Picture yourself sipping wine at the luxurious Tuscan-inspired Allegretto Vineyard Resort, surrounded by classic artifacts, inspired by Douglas Ayres, a fourth-generation hotelier, who has traveled the world to create and design this unique destination. Once you arrive, you are immediately drawn to the magical experience in the entrance with the compass rose fountain in the driveway, which symbolizes continual abundance.
As you stroll throughout the resort, the exterior gardens are lush with exotic plants, trees and surrounding vineyards. The Star Garden Trail encompasses a spiritual journey through the heavens. Each station you come to represents a constellation in the Zodiac, where you can seek answers and messages from the divine energy source. Created by Douglas Ayres himself, he designed this space to inspire people of all spiritualities for contemplative meditation and self-reflection.
The art & artifacts that are throughout the resort have origins of multiple centuries, cultures & faiths, which highlight what is common among us across time and space. The Romeo and Juliet Tunnel feature many sculptures including a Buddha and the Virgin of Guadalupe among other Roman state architecture.
One of the most impressive collections is the SEQUOIA ROOM, where the centerpiece is a CROSS SECTION from a giant Sequoia tree. Its rings give a tangible timeline of natural history and human history from the building of the Great Wall of China to the birth of Christ into the 1900’s.
Each guest will find something that will intrigue them, including the guided Art Tours, an Olive Oil Tasting San Miguel Olive Farm, Vineyard Tours and wine tasting in the quiet & casual Allegretto Wine Tasting Room. These world-class wines are some of the most celebrated from the Paso Robles region.
Once you settle into your guest room or suite, most rooms have balconies or patios that open out into the lush garden areas. There are 171 European-inspired room, all with 14’ high ceilings, custom linens, plush robe and slippers, flat screen TVs with complimentary high-speed wireless internet. Select rooms also feature fireplaces.
For the health & fitness conscious guests, SPA ALLEGRETTO provides the perfect retreat to Relax, Rejuvenate & Recharge, while honoring your body, mind and spirit. The spa offers Massage, custom body, facial and eye treatment add-ons.
A most unique experience is YOGA in the CHAPEL, also called the Abbey, a small non-denominational French-inspired building, featuring custom-made stained glass windows. The east-facing rose window depicts the chakras of the human body as well as windows depicting the Eastern yin and yang, Star of David and the Tree of Life. In addition to morning yoga, the Abbey also hosts a Sound Healing Meditation including crystal sound bowls and other vibrational instruments to nourish your soul.
Families truly enjoy the spacious swimming pool and hot tub surrounded by vineyards and six cabanas with chaise lounges with poolside bar service available seasonally in warm months.
For your dining pleasure, CELLO Restaurant & Bar next to the lobby is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant with an extensive wine list and many farm-to-table entrée’s. The culinary team crafted a menu that will delight everyone from taste, flavors and presentation. Most wines are from the Central Coast, as well as from around the world to be paired with meat, fish, vegan and salads. Outdoor dining is also available including breakfast lunch and small bites. Large doors open onto a patio with iron fire bowls and bocce ball for warm evenings in the summer and heated for cozy winter weather.
Adventure awaits as you explore the expanding Paso Robles area . A journey up the mountain to Calcareous Vineyard & Tasting Room for an afternoon of wine tasting and lunch is the ideal destination with breathtaking 180-degree views overlooking the valley. These estate grapes are grown at the vineyards that father & daughter Lloyd Messer and Dana Brown established in the year 2000 on one of the highest limestone plateaus on Paso Robles’ westside. There are a variety of option for winetasting, reservations required, including the Outdoor Wine Tasting with Optional Lunch, a favorite for first-time visitors to the region. The Indoor Wine Tasting with Lounge Seating is a relaxing way to enjoy the award-winning wines, with sweeping panoramic view from the glass-walled tasting room. The Wine-Down Wednesdays feature live music by local musicians. Most wines are moderately priced with new releases each year. The 2021 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is considered a Calcareous Super Star!
Several downtown Paso tasting rooms cater to guests who seek a one-of-a-kind experience. BROKEN EARTH Tasting Lounge & Restaurant hosts people, with comfortable seating, live music, dancing and delicious food including a pizza oven. The winery features Reds, Reserves, Rose’s, Sparkling & Whites. The 2019 Reserve Cabernet Franc is one of their most popular.
If you prefer a visit to an estate winery, then CHATEAU MARGENE is exactly what you are looking for. Nestled on the private estate vineyard & residence of Michael & Margene Mooney, who fulfilled their dream since 1997. Guests can enjoy Michael’s wine presentation in the boutique tasting room, or sit outside on the deck drinking luscious varietals hand-crafted by the family.
History buffs will enjoy eating at LOADING CHUTE Restaurant & Barn in the quaint town of Creston, featuring delicious steaks, American fare & a flavor of the wild west.
A “must-see” outdoor exhibit is LIGHT AT SENSORIO, created during Covid by internationally acclaimed artist Bruno Munro. The FIREFLIES exhibit is a glowing light show which illuminates at dusk into the night of 10,000 flickering lights, planted in the ground throughout a hilly landscape as the sun sets. Adults & children become mesmerized at this contemplative experience. There is ample seating, live music, food & beverage, local wine & beer available onsite.
For the eclectic travelers, the GENESEO INN + GUESTHOUSE is a modern B+B, built of industrial shipping crates on the CASS Winery’s 145 acres of vineyard. The inclusive Estate Breakfast is prepared by the executive chef and delivered to your suite each morning. The spacious Care & Tasting Room hosts 100% estate grown Rhone wines, surrounded by massive oak trees and a quaint chef’s garden. The CAMP CASS enhances your visit to the wine county which offer crafted adventures and learning experiences: Wine Blending Classes, Archery, Pain & Sip, Side-car Wine Tours, Ax Throwing & Horse Back Riding.
Your “Picture Perfect” Vineyard Vibe is awaiting, and only a few hours drive from Southern California to the Central Coast. Cheers!
