Chateau de Vie

Where or more importantly how do I begin to describe this absolutely amazing B&B in Calistoga which is located in the Northern region of Napa Valley, CA. My wife, myself & another couple visited in December of 2015 right after Christmas so it was pretty cold, but the four of us didn’t care, we were on a mission that week, a drinking mission! We did really good too, LOL!
The minute we walked in we were greeted by Phillipe & Peter in their warm, cozy living room with a nice warm fireplace that was a great start to our stay. Our hosts were so gracious to help, got us settled right away & immediately Phillipe got us a nice tray of cheese, crackers, grapes, & of course an excellent bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon to go with it.
We didn’t spend much time at the B&B that is situated in the middle of a beautiful vineyard as the produce their own line of wines, which are phenomenal by the way because we were out roaming around most of the week. However when we were there it was really nice & our hosts went out of their way to make sure our accommodations were perfect!
The best part of our stay is that Phillipe is an amazing chef & cooked us some of the best breakfast meals I’ve ever had anywhere, period! He is an outstanding chef & we are all going to definitely come back during harvest season when the climate is much warmer to truly enjoy this exquisite home!
Thank you both very much for your hospitality & outstanding establishment, you are truly the closest to perfection in my opinion!
Overall Rating: A++++

This is not your average review since i have never even stayed at Château di Vie. My son and daughter-​in-​law recently vacationed there and I wanted to surprise them by having a bottle of wine sent to their room. Peter was so helpful, so kind and I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation. I look forward to the day that I will travel to Napa Valley, and I will definitely stay at Château de Vie. I already know that the service will be excellent.

What an amazing stay my mom and I had here! Peter and Phillipe are just the nicest and most accommodating B&B owners I have ever met. They immediately made us feel right at home! Breakfast was amazing and delicious every morning. We ate out on the deck with the most gorgeous views it was just breathtaking! I will definitely be coming back with my husband ASAP!

This was an awesome experience. My only regret is that we did not book this for our whole stay. We had wine on the porch when we got there and sat in the hot tub when the sun went down. In the morning we went waking in the vineyard before breakfast. The hospitality was wonderful and breakfast was so good that we were asking how he did it! When we left we felt like part of the family. We are already planning a stay for next year. We told everybody we met after we left about our stay. Can’t wait to go back.

We stayed here again for our first anniversary and had an absolutely marvelous time! Felipe and Peter are without a doubt the best hosts anyone could ever dream of. Their hospitality, generosity, and extensive knowledge of Napa Valley simply go unparalleled. Felipe received training at Le Cordon Bleu in France. Needless to say, the breakfast he prepares is simply divine. My mouth is watering just thinking about it! Their B&B would be the perfect venue for a wedding (I wish I had found them before we got married) or reunion and is absolutely perfect for a couple looking for an intimate get away. We will certainly be coming back to Château de Vie again very, very soon.

No place like it on earth! Wonderful ambiance, delightful company, outstanding meals, beautiful accommodations and that’s only the beginning! Breathtaking views, stellar local area tidbits, responsive and helpful pre, during and post stay!
Peter and Philip run a top rated B&B! They are the real thing if you are looking for quality, perhaps celebrating a special occasion or just want to experience a slice of heaven on earth!
Run, don’t walk, if you can get a reservation. Don’t look back and for heaven’s sake, enjoy the experience of true hospitality! You won’t regret it.

OMG!!! What a perfect getaway! Peter and Philip are our new BFF’s! These amazing guys could not do enough to make our stay PEFECT! And we are very critical people!!!
From the check-​in to our farewell, the service and attention to detail was the best we’ve ever seen… and we’ve traveled a bunch! Breakfast was a gourmet treat! Unexpected and rejuvenating, we recommend this to everyone, especially locals like us! A last minute booking that we will never forget! Bravo!

Paradise on Earth! Nestled by the hills and situated amidst the vineyard this B&B is beautiful in every possible way. The hosts Peter and Philip are kind, gracious and very accommodating. They go out of the way to make your stay comfortable. We loved the gourmet breakfast and cheese platter put out for us everyday. There is a lot of thought and heart put into making it. Their coffee is a special blend made by Calistoga Coffee Roaster. Peter and Philip thank you for the take home coffee beans surprise. We feel rejuvenated and enjoyed the much needed R&R. We plan to keep coming back here and staying at the very special Carriage House. Best wishes, Sindhu&Chetan.

True hospitality, beyond every expectation. The Château de Vie is such a special place in every way, how blessed I was to wake in the vineyards with the scent of the garden, and the sound of music. The owners treated us like family, the château is Europe meets CA. In truth, I didn’t want to leave to explore Napa, because I wanted to relax at the Château, enjoy the view and the company. Best breakfast in Napa Valley, thanks to the chef of the house. I look forward to many more memories at the Château de Vie. Bisous, Peter & Philip

This place is outstanding. Peter and Philip are great hosts. There are so many reviews so I’ll be brief… immaculate rooms and property, the best breakfast ever, great wines, snacks and hot tub! We stayed in the carriage house for a little privacy… worked perfect because we had our 10 month old baby.
We will definitely be back next year. LOVE CDV.
PS: we are ordering a case of their wine when we get home.

This place is phenomenal! We stayed here for 2 nights to celebrate our anniversary weekend in Nov. Felipe and Peter are such gracious and generous hosts. We had booked the king jr suite, but at check in Felipe graciously gave us a free upgrade to the private carriage house. The carriage house is in the wine yard! We were ecstatic! On top of this, we were welcomed with a delicious cheese plate and a full bottle of their 2008 Cab. It was like a dream come true. The breakfast everyday was delicious! I strongly recommend this place. Thank you Felipe and Peter for this memorable experience :)

I would highly highly recommend staying at this luxurious B&B. Definitely 5 star service, meals, accommodations and grounds. One of my favorite places I have ever stayed at in area. Every detail is captured and you are treated better than family. Peter and Phillip are so sweet, generous, accommodating and beyond helpful. (They have a sweet dog as well, Marcel, for you dog lovers.) These people are genuinely sweet and love making sure you have the most memorable trip. I will be visiting again with my family and friends and renting out the entire B&B. This is the type of experience that hotels, motels and other B&B should be striving for.
Thank you again Philip and Peter for making my weekend one that I will never forget. Cheers.

This is my second time staying at this property. My wife and I stayed here a year ago and we were so eager to come back and stay again. I was worried that the second time around would not be as good, but I was wrong. Peter and phillipe did a fabulous job attending to every detail. The breakfast they serve is a world-​class. They even remembered that we adhere to the gluten-​free diet and made us breakfast to accommodate us every day. Don’t forget the wine and cheese in the afternoon and full-​time concierge level service for all of your needs including dining and other reservations. Best of all the property is absolutely gorgeous, immaculately maintained, and perfectly located. Add to that the guys who run this place really are class acts and need to be commended on running such a fine operation.
If I could leave any tip for you it is plan ahead and secure the Carriagehouse. If you want to little bit of privacy in the bed-​and-​breakfast scene, this is the way to go for sure. Imagine coffee on your private terrace in a vineyard. A real Vineyard that is, and we even have a bottle of wine to prove it! Go, you wont be sorry you did

Best B&B my husband and I have ever experienced. Gracious and warm hosts, great wine, amazing food, outstanding in every way. Property and house are gorgeous, and we wished we could have stayed longer!!! So many good things to say about CdV that I don’t even know where to begin… No other establishment comes close in service and comfort. Stay here, you will NOT regret it!!! Definitely a highlight of our trip. Thanks Peter and Phillip!!!

Peter and Phillip have done an amazing job.
Fantastic setting, beautiful house and rooms, and the breakfast is not to be missed. Great attention to detail in every aspect. Very laid-​back comfortable vibe and the make you feel right at home. This place came highly recommended from friends, and exceeded expectations. Can’t wait to go back!

The Château de Vie was gorgeous. Thank you Peter and Phillip, you were fabulous. They accommodated every need we had. They have raised the bar forever. I will never want to stay anywhere else again, We came to Calistoga for a pampering weekend with girlfriends and was pampered to the nine. I will never forget this weekend. I have already recommended to my colleagues. Château de Vie will see again.

Amazing stay! Not only the property is gorgeous, the whole experience here was unforgettable. Thank you so much Peter and Phillip for making our trip most memorable. They were so nice and friendly yet very professional. Also, the breakfast here was amazing. I would come back here just for Phillip’s homemade scones & muffins with homemade jam.

More of a luxurious stay with great friends than B&B. Five-​star service, five-​star food, & five-​star accommodations/​grounds. I’d give it ten stars if I could!
This is THE perfect place to stay when visiting Napa Valley; this place far exceeded every one of my expectations!
Where to begin?
The Château is this beautiful home with gorgeous ivy growing all over it. It just oozes charm at every corner. There is no detail left behind or disregarded. From the usual B&B guest books, the CDV water bottle gifted to you, the cookbooks carefully sitting in their dining area, the many magazines & newspapers all available for you, the perfect ‘outdoor’ wine glasses from govino to enjoy the daily free wine from 3−7pm, the outdoor seating area framed for you to fully enjoy their vineyard and mountain views, the pool to cool off in when it gets too warm, to the beautifully manicured gardens and grounds. It’s such a beautiful house that feels like home. And their deck out back was so cozy with breathtaking views of vineyards and mountains. It was wonderful having our breakfast out there every morning.
The owners, Peter & Phillip, are warm, friendly, accommodating, and BEYOND helpful! Phillip was essentially being my travel guide, helping me with winery & restaurant reservations and suggestions BEFORE we even arrived. He is extremely helpful! And you get the feeling that he thoroughly enjoys helping you. That he WANTS to help you enjoy your time. That he ENJOYS being there for any need you may have. I’ve worked in the service industry and it can be hard. I always feel bad asking people for too much, especially when I can figure it out for myself. But Phillip is so kind, he insists on helping you. So thank you Phillip, thank you for your patience and help from the minute we booked our stay to the minute we had to leave your beautiful château.
Peter was also extremely helpful and friendly! We were going to have a picnic, so he got forks & knives (the real stuff, not plastic), napkins, even offered a cooler for any wine we may have. He gave us maps and outlined an itinerary based on what we said we may want to do that day. And every afternoon, after a day of wine tasting & eating, Peter & Phillip would ask about our day, genuinely listening to our thoughts and feedback. How refreshing. Staying here and being around them and listening to them talk to other guests, you can tell they really enjoy what they do. Which makes visiting with them and staying here all the more enjoyable. It’s infectious in the best possible way.
The food; my goodness the food is unbelievably amazing. I don’t know if Phillip is a chef or he just has a talent with food, but every breakfast was simply amazing. Beautiful creations of fresh pastries and breakfasts. It was all VERY GOURMET! I’m a foodie (like the kind that enjoys good food, not the kind that knows every chef), and this food was NOT your typical B&B food. It was as if we were dining in a gourmet restaurant every morning. But in the comfort of their beautiful château, sitting on their beautiful deck, enjoying their beautiful views. And we can’t forget Phillip’s ‘barista’ Peter; he makes one mean cappuccino! We couldn’t get enough, we’d order two every morning! We’re from Seattle, so we’re a bit of coffee snobs, but his cappuccinos were divine. It was the perfect way to start each morning; a breakfast of pampering. We wished they could cook us every meal! Their breakfasts were better than most the meals in these ‘high-​end’ restaurants nearby! Also, there’s fresh cheese & fruit plates personally provided in the afternoons; ahhh! :)
We had only one option for the room, so we had the room that had a bathroom across the hall. It was a bit of a pain, but P&P provided plush robes that helped make the trek across the hall workable. Next time, I’m booking my stay MUCH earlier to get a in-​room bath. The bed was actually really comfortable and the pillows were comfy and fluffy. Perfect! We actually got a good night’s sleep, whereas many times in B&B’s and even hotels you don’t feel comfortable. The luxury doesn’t end there; they even have L’Occitane bath products! My husband now only wants to use L’Occitane shampoo and conditioner! ;)
I HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend anyone visiting to stay here! There REALLY is no other comparison! Unless you’re thinking of staying in a comparable hotel, but then you’d end up spending $ 500+/night — and that’s just crazy!
If I have one gripe, it’d be that I felt we couldn’t NOT have breakfast and that we didn’t have the freedom to skip out if we were tired. But that just goes to show that P&P are so attentive! What more can you ask for?!
P&P totally spoiled us. I don’t think I can stay at another B&B, ever. I’m not sure I even want to stay at another hotel because it just won’t be the same as staying here. It’s really the best and blend of staying at a luxury hotel, a B&B, and staying with friends. It’s like getting pampered at your friends’ luxury estate!

UPDATE: (The owners have installed new blinds in the top floor room so no more morning sunlight issues). There’s a lot of 5 Star reviews for Château de Vie and they are warranted because the owners have done a really great job and have the eye for detail that small independent hoteliers can sometimes have. I gave it 3 Stars because we stayed in the room at the top of the house and the blinds barely blocked the morning light. Who wants to wake up at sunrise while on vacation in Napa?! I hope they fix that oversight. In the meantime make sure you stay in a different room.

Normally, my husband & I stay at Cottage Grove Inn. I wanted to try somewhere new in Calistoga and OMG I’m so glad I wanted to venture outside my comfort zone. Absolutely amazing! I’m so happy I did, even my husband, whom isn’t the biggest fan of B&Bs — was blown away.
I love my baby, but shoot… If I could afford to get away every weekend… this is the spot. Thank you Philip and Peter for making our first night away as parents memorable.