Travel Note
We are getting married in beautiful Tomales Bay, but we recommend people stay in Petaluma where we will provide shuttles to and from the venue. We've listed a variety of hotels below, but there are many options in the local area. When you select your accommodations, please keep in mind ease of access to the pick up and drop off locations at Hotel Petaluma or the Hampton Inn. If you are coming from an airport, it is not necessary to rent a car, but may be nice to have if you want to explore Sonoma County! Check out our "Things To Do" page for ideas of places to visit and drive times.
Shuttle
September 13, 2025 2:45 pm - 3:00 pm
There is no guest parking at Straus Home Ranch and dark, windy roads to get there. To respect the property and keep everyone safe, we will be providing transportation to and from the venue. There will be one shuttle departure time to get to the wedding venue from Petaluma. Guests will gather at Hotel Petaluma or the Hampton Inn at 3 pm and take the shuttle to Strauss Home Ranch. After the wedding, there will be multiple departure times returning to Petaluma. Check back for final details in August.
Hotel
Our Pet-Friendly hotel is set in the restored 1892 Petaluma Silk Mill, we’re one mile from downtown. Local breweries and Kastania Vineyards are within 10 minutes, and we’re an hour’s drive from Oakland International Airport. A SMART Train station is less than a five-minute walk from the hotel. Your stay includes fitness center use, free WiFi, and free, hot breakfast.
Hotel
Hotel
Another great option in Petaluma. 15 minute walk or 4 minute Lyft/Uber from the shuttle pick up at Hotel Petaluma. Step into the Metro Hotel & Cafe, a charming boutique hotel built in 1870 that offers a whimsical Parisian escape right in the heart of Sonoma County Wine Country. For the past 20 years, we've been proudly rated #1 on TripAdvisor and recognized as one of the top 10 boutique hotels under $200 in the U.S. by TripAdvisor. Sunset Magazine has also named us among the top 20 most unique hotels in the Western U.S.
Hotel
Hotel
This hotel will be the pick up and drop off location for the shuttles to and from the wedding venue! Located in the heart of Petaluma, Hotel Petaluma, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, offers a blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Built in 1923, this hotel places guests within walking distance of downtown shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, and the iconic Phenix Theater. With easy access to Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park and renowned wineries, it’s an ideal base for exploring the region.