Whether a romantic getaway or a weekend away with friends, take a trip out in search of award-winning wine, world-class cuisine, and postcard-perfect landscapes across the U.S.’s popular wine destinations. Reconnect with loved ones, explore the outdoors, and appreciate the (fermented) fruits of local artistry with a wine country vacation rental. Stay close to tours and tastings, then come back to your vacation home to recharge, refresh, or keep the good times rolling. Find homes with plenty of space for large groups, as well as amenities like hot tubs, fireplaces, pools, and views.
This Mediterranean-style manor makes the perfect backdrop for a vacation of sipping wine and enjoying the ocean. Walk to the beach, shops, and restaurants, then come back to unwind by the fireplace. With room for six, you can bring friends or family along and enjoy delicious meals al fresco beside lovely views of the Santa Ynez Mountains.
Located between Syracuse and Buffalo, the Finger Lakes region is home to over 130 wineries. Clink your glasses with close friends at a wine tasting, embark on a waterfall hike or two, and settle into a slower pace with culinary delights and lakefront leisure. Get the most out of your visit and plan your trip in time for the Finger Lakes Wine Festival in late July.
The Lake Champlain Wine Trail winds you through the area’s three dozen wineries and vineyards, not to mention the fresh produce farm stands, markets, and restaurants you’ll enjoy in between.
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Located on Long Island, Sparkling Pointe Winery & Vineyard is the only winery on the North Fork to produce exclusively sparkling wines, including Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay.
Name a better pairing than incredible wine and the coast. San Sebastian Winery offers tours and tastings through its sweet and light wines, with a rooftop patio and a gift shop.
Outdoor recreation and fine dining meet in southeast Virginia. After a day of hiking, boating, or swimming, watch the sunset from the local vineyards as you sample their famous Cabernet Sauvignon.
Grab a vacation home or resort rental close to True Blue Winery and find relaxation in every sip. This hidden gem offers a delectable experience across both food and wine, perfect for any romantic vacation or trip with friends.
Hawaii’s guava and pineapple harvest lead the way for popular fruit wines that pair well to any beach vacation. Vitis vinifera is also widely grown on the islands, making Viognier, Chenin Blanc, Syrah, and Malbec varieties to try on a wine tasting. Pour a glass to enjoy by the water as you watch the waves come in.
With a revered wine country, natural swimming holes, and fields of bluebonnets, Texas Hill Country is a treat to all the senses. Dig into delicious cuisine, shop antique markets, and hop from one tasting room to the next.
Northern Michigan’s Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail includes over 20 award-winning wineries, with fine dining options and incredible views to boot. Find tasting rooms on the water’s edge, fit in a few lakefront activities, or adventure your way through nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Lake Chelan is surrounded by tens of thousands of acres of fruit orchards and vineyards, making it an ideal destination for a wine country vacation. By day, take a scenic drive and stop by farm stands for apples, cherries, grapes, apricots, pears, and peaches. By evening, treat yourself to a few evenings of wine tasting through exceptional ciders and wine at any of the region’s 40 wineries.
Oregonians are rightfully proud of the state’s vineyards, which specialize in world-class pinot noir. Take to the countryside’s rolling green hills and lounge out in luxury.
Washington is best known for its cabernet, and with dozens of urban wineries throughout the city, you can fill an itinerary with finding your favorite.
If the stunning scenery wasn’t enough, the Columbia Gorge’s renowned Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot should definitely earn it a visit on your wine country vacation.
Looking to stay as close to the tasting room as possible? With beautiful views of the vineyard and the Columbia River, this chic and cozy condo rental is just a short walk away from the award-winning Cave B Winery, as well as the Spa at Sagecliffs and the Gorge Amphitheater. Savor fine wines (and some well-deserved R&R) on a getaway to remember.
Gourmet dining and over 400 wineries—one trip to California’s award-winning wine capital and you’ll see what the buzz is about. If wine isn’t your thing, no worries—farmers markets, spas, and the Napa River make it a great retreat for everyone.
Nestled along the banks of the Russian River, Healdsburg brings small-town charm to fine dining and farm-to-table eateries, best enjoyed from a charming vacation rental.
Truly a trip for all the senses, Sonoma’s gorgeous rolling green hills are home to Michelin-star restaurants, art galleries, farmers markets, and some of the country’s greatest vineyards.
Halfway through San Francisco and Los Angeles, Pasa Robles has received several accolades for its wineries and atmosphere over the years, including “Best Food and Wine Festivals,” a spot on “America's Happiest Cities,” and “Winery of the Year,” among others.
The Russian River is the homeland of organic and artisanally-crafted cuisine, a natural landscape that blends forest with valley and vineyard, and of course, a historic legacy of winemaking.
Napa Valley is considered the wine capital of the U.S., but the California Wine Country region stretches across the Napa Valley and along a small portion of the northern coast, about 50 miles north of San Francisco. Each town has something different to offer, including Sonoma, Glen Ellen, Sea Ranch, Santa Rosa, Bodega Bay, and more.