Our pricing comparison is with the finest boutique hotels in the vicinity and we exceed expectations while being about 20% below hotel prices. The three bedrooms in our 1876 Victorian accommodate up to 6 people. Rates for three bedrooms per night are as high as $545/night. We provide an impressive list of amenities including filtered water in chilled carafes in each room with more in the refrigerator with bottled water on request. We have a drawer in the guest bathroom stocked with items they may have forgotten like (all new in packages) nail clippers, toothpaste/toothbrush, shavers, bandaids, plastic bags, aspirin/Tylenol and more available free of charge. Guests can and do use us like the concierges we are trained to be. (We love being of service!) We really try to incorporate as many holistic and environmentally supportive touches like essential oil infused linens and towels, a cinnamon infused ambiance, and a super clean home supporting our obviously high standards. We bought the home for our dog, Bello. He runs the place with love and dedication unmatched by any other canine - a loving experience that fascinates our guests and becomes part of their adventure. Guest reviews usually mention the luxurious sleep experience, the wonderfully fresh food offered for breakfast, and Bello - check us out!
As trained Tourism Ambassadors we help with suggestions, maps and guidebooks to support chosen itineraries. We caution guests about drinking and driving and are incredibly supportive of our local neighborhood and the welfare of our community overall. We will call and arrange special treatment from the businesses we know in the area (we do not take kick-backs or spiffs). There are about 80 restaurants within 1000 steps of Casa Bello. We allow guests to borrow towels, backpacks, picnic baskets, coolers, binoculars or whatever is within reason to make the experience unforgettable and friction-free.
We have confidentially standards so our guests' images or names are not shared on social media or guest books or anything unless they make those posts themselves. We have hosted many business leaders, politicians, entertainment personalities and probably a handful of rogues with money.
We offer a continental breakfast of fresh baked croissants from the bakery a block away, yogurt, coffee, tea, and juice. Did you say "almond milk preferred" - we'll provision that for you - just ask! Fruit is available 24/7. Some of our guests like to cook so they may use our kitchen and feel free to use our spices, high grade cooking oils, etc. with the food that they purchase. (One group brought their personal chef.) Guests may request special food and treats and they usual offer to pay for atypical items. Upon arrival we may share a bottle of local IPA or glass of wine if they have had a tough travel day to unwind from. We also provide iced tea or make some fresh lemonade from the lemons we pick from the tree in the garden. Usually our guests leave wonderful gifts for us of artwork, fine wine, autographed books and more. Many of our guests travel here to enjoy world-class wine, beer, spirits, and cannabis so we oblige by providing premium stemware, cutting board/knife, smoking accessories and curated gardens and patios for their enjoyment (no smoking inside Casa Bello allowed). (Knock on wood) but we have received only 5-star reviews for the past 37 months of our 4 year history. We received a couple 4-star reviews when we first opened when we were perfecting our business processes and description. We have increased our prices substantially since launch, but of course prices vary depending on demand. We have had many guests return. We will extend discounts to fellow hosts traveling to Sonoma County, so please mention that you are fellow hosts when inquiring about a stay at Casa Bello. Overall, expense for guests' consumables is about 5 - 8% of the revenue.
