Rachel & Nicholas
Things To Do
Sonoma Coast State Park
Sonoma Coast State Park is a State of California property in Sonoma County consisting of public access use on lands adjoining the Pacific Ocean. This extent of beach runs from a coastal point about 4 miles north of Jenner and continues for approximately 17 miles to the south to terminate at Bodega Head. Any beach you choose will be gorgeous!
Pomo Canyon Trail
Hike from Shell Beach to Pomo Canyon for breathtaking views and fresh salty air. Pomo Canyon Trail Red Hill Trail Loop from Shell Beach is a 6.5 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Jenner, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate.
Islands In The Sky Vista Loop
This is one of our favorite trails. It is beautiful to hike early in the morning looking down above the fog line. Trail is a 4 mile loop of forest and grasslands with stunning views of the ocean.
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve is a state park of California in the United States established to preserve 805 acres of coast redwoods. The reserve is located in Sonoma County, just north of Guerneville. The reserve is in a temperate rainforest. The climate is mild and wet. Easy/accessible forest floor trail for everyone or moderate hike to Bullfrog Pond.
Laguna de Santa Rosa Trail
Hiking area featuring a walking & equestrian trail through picturesque wetlands with vineyard views.
Alamere Falls Trail
If you have a free day and transportation, Alamere Falls via Coast Trail from Palomarin Trailhead is a 8.8 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Bolinas, California that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and birding and is best used from October until December. Absolutely beautiful trail that ends at a waterfall on the beach.
Helen Putnam Regional Park
Helen Putnam Regional Park is a regional park southwest of Petaluma, California, U.S.A. which is maintained by the Sonoma County Regional Parks Department. It covers an area of 216 acres. Beautiful oak groves and many trails to choose from. The park entrance is at 411 Chileno Valley Road.
Casino Bar & Grill
Rustic, cash-only tavern & pool hall featuring local seafood & refined New American cuisine. Tali Aiona cooks here on Tues-Thurs. Dinner served on the weekends as well. Rae's favorite place.
Cafe Aquatica
Owned by Rachel (Rae's bridesmaid) Amazing North Coast cafe with delicious organic eats and carefully handcrafted, locally roasted coffee. Enjoy a bite while lounging on the deck overlooking the ocean.
Handline Coastal California
Breezy eatery for sustainable seafood, pizza, sandwiches & other coastal Californian fare.
Willow Wood Market Cafe
Updated comfort food, including brunch, served in a quaint & cozy space with a patio & small market.
Ramen Gaijin
Variety of ramen noodle dishes & Japanese small plates served in a relaxed space with exposed brick. Noodles made in house, locally sourced ingredients.
Fork Roadhouse
Delicious food, on the way to the coast right by Rae and Nick's house. Rustic, welcoming cafe space for locally sourced New American fare from a catering company.
Wild Flour Bread
Literally across the road from Nick and Rae's. Enjoy a scone or stickybun and a great cup of coffee in a lush garden on your way to the beach. Quaint bake shop with organic French breads, scones & other treats, plus specialty coffees.
El Roy's Taco Truck
Best Taco Truck ever! Open Late. Hopefully they have champurrado in October.
Cafe Reyes
Easygoing eatery featuring wood-fired pizzas, beer, wine & cookies, plus a dog-friendly patio.
Retrograde Coffee Roasters
Great coffee! "We craft as many things in house as possible, from our coffee syrups to our chai and house made hemp-coconut milk. We take great pride in crafting our provisions using wholesome ingredients sourced locally from Sonoma County whenever possible."
Hardcore Espresso
Great coffee! Quirky, artsy community hub of Sebastopol.
Moonlight Brewing Company
The Moonlight Brewing Company is a brewery founded in 1992 by Brian Hunt in Santa Rosa, California, USA. It is known for its flagship beer, Death & Taxes, which is popular in Sonoma County, California. In 2008, it received the Best Brewery award at the 17th annual Santa Rosa Beerfest. This is where the wedding kegs are coming from.
Crooked Goat Brewing
Local brews. Unique little brewery that is not only a great place to hang out but also positively represents West County's independent spirit.
Lagunitas Brewing Company
Dog Friendly brewery between airports and Sebastopol.
The dhyana Center
Rae's place of work! Come use the bath house, get a treatment or take a yoga class. The dhyana Center is a place for all people to heal, learn, and grow. We provide a community of support to empower individuals with knowledge, tools, and skills for their optimal well-being. The dhyana Center has everything you need for a complete self care practice. Our Center includes: the Self Care Sanctuary where you can steam, sauna, and soak, the Treatment Center with massage and treatments to fit your needs, our Body Temple where we host yoga classes, education, and events, tasty herbal elixirs at our Apothecary Bar, and essential self care tools and products in our Store.
The Sebastopol Farmers' Market
The Sebastopol Farmers' Market takes place in the Sebastopol Plaza year-round on Sundays 9am-2pm ish. There is always live music and a wide of assortment of food to nosh on.