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A Taste of California’s Wine Country: Dining, Wine & a Refined Retreat
Your Choice of One Signature Culinary Experience & 2-Night Stay at the Valette Guest House for 2
This isn’t just a getaway — it’s an immersion into the heart of California Wine Country, where flavor, craftsmanship, and warm hospitality define every moment.
This Experience for 2 Includes:
• 2-night stay at the Valette Guest House — a refined, private retreat in the heart\ of Healdsburg
• Your choice of one signature culinary experience, each celebrating the best of Wine Country
• Winspire booking & concierge service — every detail handled seamlessly
Your Healdsburg Escape
Tucked among rolling vineyards and sun-drenched hills, Healdsburg is where Wine Country’s culinary spirit truly shines.
Think slow, golden mornings with coffee in hand… leisurely strolls past tasting rooms and boutiques… and evenings filled with glowing patios, clinking glasses, and vibrant conversation.
Your Stay: The Valette Guest House
A beautifully restored 750-square-foot hideaway just two blocks from Healdsburg Plaza, this private one-bedroom retreat blends warmth, refinement, and effortless comfort.
What You’ll Love:
• Entire top floor of a historic 1950s bungalow
• Vaulted ceilings & hardwood floors
• Beautifully appointed kitchen with marble countertops
• Cozy Jacuzzi tub & gas fireplace
• In-unit washer & dryer
• Curated selection of wine, beer & cocktail mixers
• Pantry essentials for easy, relaxing mornings
Your stay feels personal, peaceful, and perfectly connected to Healdsburg’s culinary heart.
Choose Your Culinary Indulgence
Option 1: Wine & Culinary Icons of Healdsburg
• Valette Wines “Flights & Boards” at the brand-new Valette Wine Lounge
• 5-course tasting menu at The Matheson — a showcase of Sonoma’s farms, flavors, and bold culinary creativity
This option pairs two of the region’s most beloved culinary institutions into one
unforgettable day.
Option 2: Elevated Evenings & Rooftop Romance
• 5-course family-style tasting menu at Roof 106 — vibrant, seasonal share plates paired with one handcrafted cocktail per guest
• Take home a bottle of Valette Wines Sauvignon Blanc
• Valette Wines “Flights & Boards” at the Wine Lounge
Perfect for couples who love incredible food with a view — intimate, stylish, and full of Wine Country charm.
Option 3: “Trust Me” at Valette — A Chef’s Signature Experience
• 5-course wine-paired “Trust Me” tasting menu at Valette
• Chef-selected courses that surprise, delight, and highlight Sonoma’s terroir
• Thoughtfully paired wines to elevate every bite
For true food lovers, this is Healdsburg at its most soulful, seasonal, and imaginative.
Key Details:
• Blackout dates: Major holidays & local event weeks
• Healdsburg is approx. 1.5 hours north of San Francisco & Oakland
• Winner has two years to travel from purchase date
• Reservations must be booked 60+ days in advance
Imagine waking up in the heart of Wine Country, strolling into town for tastings, and ending your evening with a chef-crafted, five-course meal paired with world-class wines. Picture a private guest house all your own, a tasting menu you choose, and the warm glow of Healdsburg wrapping around every moment. Tonight, you’re not just bidding on a getaway — you’re claiming a taste of California’s most irresistible culinary escape.
Auction Location:
2596 Bay Road, Redwood City, California, 94063, United States
Credit Card Processing Fee of 4% and Buyers Premium of 6% will be added on each invoice.
Buyer's Premiums:
| From (Incl.) | To (Excl.) | Premium |
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Infinite |
6% |
Additional Fees:
| Fee | Amount | Applicable Locations | Applied To |
| Credit Card Processing Fee |
4%
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Not Applicable
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This fee applies to the total of the invoice
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Shipping Details:
The Purchaser (winning bidder) of any physical items will be responsible for the cost, with payment in advance, of any shipping, crating, packaging and insurance associated with delivery.
SCI SFBA assumes no responsibility or liability of shipped items. No physical merchandise will be delivered to winning bidders until SFBA bank confirms full payment has been received. All physical merchandise may not be shipped until 30 days after the close of auction.
Trips purchased online will have the hunt packet emailed to them following payment.
Payment Details:
Credit Card Processing Fee of 4% and Buyers Premium of 6% will be added on each invoice.
All sales are final. NO RETURNS OF WON ITEMS WILL BE ACCEPTED. No payments will, under any circumstances, be accepted from any third party not being a successful qualified bidder. Bidders’ names and addresses to which the merchandise must be delivered may not be changed after date of sale.
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SHIPPING DETAILS:
The Purchaser (winning bidder) of any physical items will be responsible for the cost, with payment in advance, of any shipping, crating, packaging and insurance associated with delivery.
SCI SFBA assumes no responsibility or liability of shipped items. No physical merchandise will be delivered to winning bidders until SFBA bank confirms full payment has been received. All physical merchandise may not be shipped until 30 days after the close of auction.
Trips purchased online will have the hunt packet emailed to them.
CHARITABLE DEDUCTION QUALIFICATIONS
SCI SFBA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and is listed as a charitable organization under the United States Internal Revenue Code. Therefore, in accordance with IRS regulations, payments or donations made to the SCI SFBA Chapter for auction items MAY be tax deductible. Please consult your accountant. SCI SFBA tax identification number is 94-3142350
ACCEPTED PAYMENT METHODS
Please contact John Ware within 24 hours to arrange payment. john2sfba@gaiatec.com / 650-409-6005. You must provide card type, account number, expiration date, billing zip code, and 3 digit security code from back of card.
All sales are final. NO RETURNS OF WON ITEMS WILL BE ACCEPTED. No payments will, under any circumstances, be accepted from any third party not being a successful qualified bidder. Bidders’ names and addresses to which the merchandise must be delivered may not be changed after date of sale.
Premiums
6% Buyer's Premium will be added to each winning bid.
4% Credit card fee will be added to each winning bid processed by credit card, wire transfer, or Paypal.
All physical items are subject to local sales tax for Redwood City, California. (9.875%)