Napa draws numerous tourists each year who visit to enjoy all the benefits wine country has to offer. Many don’t just visit—they move to Napa permanently. With the superb weather, world class dining and wine, beautiful natural surroundings, and peaceful pace of life, it’s not hard to see why.
While Napa is known first and foremost for its tremendous wines and wineries, keep reading for additional reasons to love calling Napa home.
The Food
Napa is known far and wide as a haven for food lovers. The town boasts two three-Michelin star restaurants—French Laundry and The Restaurant at Meadowood—and five one-Michelin star restaurants: Auberge du Soleil, Bouchon, La Toque, Solbar, and Terra. These restaurants are travel destinations for many foodies, those fortunate to live in the area enjoy world-class dining options all year long!
In addition to fine dining options, Napa is known for its amazing Farmer’s Market, which operates from April to November. The market gathers over 40 local farms who sell everything from fresh fruits and vegetables, to seafood and organic local meats, to fresh herbs and flowers. If you miss the Farmer’s Market you can also visit the farms themselves to purchase amazing local products!
The Great Outdoors
It’s easy to forget Napa’s close proximity to the hustle and bustle of nearby San Francisco when you explore one of the area’s beautiful hiking/biking trails. Bothe-Napa Valley State Park is filled with peaceful acres of forest and rivers. The 1,991-acre park even contains the farthest inland coast redwoods in a California state park. The city of Napa also has beautiful public access land, with over 48 parks and 800 acres of land! In addition to hiking/biking trails, Napa boasts several beautiful private and public golf courses and good fishing.
The Weather
The mild Mediterranean climate in Northern California wine country makes it a wonderful place to call home. With year-round mild temperatures, beautiful seasonal variation, and not much rain, Napa’s weather allows you to enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors for the majority of the year!
The Art
Napa has a rich history of art and artists, with many wineries displaying large sculptures and often housing their own galleries. Residents are able to enjoy local art, performance theater, and live music at the venues listed below:
- Museums: The Hess Collection Winery and Art Museum and the Napa Valley Museum
- Galleries: Di Rosa and Quent Cordair Fine Art gallery
- Theaters: The Uptown Theater and the Napa Valley Opera House
The Location
Napa’s close proximity to nearby towns and cities makes it a convenient place to call home! Check out some of the nearby amenities:
- Sacramento — 61 miles
- San Francisco — 49 miles
- Marin — 42 miles
- Oakland — 43 miles
- Walnut Creek — 38 miles
- Sonoma — 14 miles
At Annadel Builders, our Sonoma and Napa County fine home builders have experience architecting and creating gorgeous custom homes that showcase the natural beauty of wine country. Take a look at some of our recent projects, or contact us today to learn about designing your dream home!
