Ambrose Bierce House

1515 Main St.

Saint Helena, CA US

Formerly the home of the witty and cynical author Ambrose Bierce... now, the owners John and Lisa Runnells offer a gracious blend of luxury, history and warm hospitality under the a roof of 1872 Victorian elegance. The fine linens and elegant antiques offer old fashioned charm combined with the modern day conveniences we have all come to appreciate. The full gourmet champagne breakfasts here are known throughout the valley; Eggs benedict, Belgian waffles, home-baked croissants and breads, fresh fruits, our own blend of coffee, teas, juice and champagne (of course). While sipping premium wines you are welcome to watch the world go by as you sit on the covered balcony tucked high next to a huge redwood tree. Each beautiful guestroom is as inviting as the next. All have private baths with large 2 person tubs. The Ambrose Bierce Suite suite has a Jacuzzi Tub for two and a fireplace. Enjoy our relaxing Hot Tub after a short walk home from one of the unequalled fine and casual restaurants in St. Helena.

Room Information

Eadweard Muybridge

Eadweard Muybridge with one queen bed. Tucked snuggly away in a quiet corner of the inn where the sun shines through white lace. A stunning iron and brass queen bed outlined with a half canopy sits pretty with cherubs looking out for you. A beautiful oak mirrored dresser and armoire keep your clothes tidy while you are out for the day. The bath is wonderful with an oversized and extra deep soaking tub with large shower and glass surround, a free standing sink and a window in the bath complete this precious picture. Other amenities include air conditioning.. an alarm clock and radio. Non smoking.

Lillie Langtry

Lillie Langtry Room. The romance you bring with you is reflected here as a half canopy frames the beautiful hand carved oak queen bed that sits up high -we supply the stool-All dressed up and wonderfully reminiscent of days gone by with lace covered windows, a classic antique oak dresser and heirloom pictures. Your bath is private with a Jacuzzi tub with large ceramic tile shower and glass surround, a free standing sink and a window in the bath compliment this already most perfect room. Other amenities include air conditioning.. an alarm clock and radio plus a jacuzzi tub. Non smoking.

Ambrose Bierce Suite

This generous suite is full of sunshine and tranquility; your enchanting four poster ivory and brass queen canopy bed layered with fine linens abundant with pillows, sits up high, an antique stool assists you in. Two spacious antique oak armoires and a dresser make a comfortable home for your special things. Draw your bath in an oh so private six foot Jacuzzi tub for two, together with an oversized ceramic tile shower with glass surround. Attached, your private sitting room offers a television for that can't be missed romantic movie. A fireplace for extra cuddle-ability invites you to linger. Other amenities include air conditioning.. an alarm clock and radio plus cable tv. Non smoking room.

Directions

SFO - San Francisco Airport: NE

Faster route - 1 hour 15 minutes. Take the Bay Bridge 80 East. Exit 37 to 29. At town of Napa follow signs for Calistoga and Highway 29.

San Francisco: NE

Scenic Route - 1 hour 30 minutes. Take 101 over the Golden Gate Bridge to Novato. Take 37 to 121 to 29 St. Helena is 18 miles North from the junction of 121 and 29.