Our wine expert Cellar Princess J’nai Gaither shared the fabulous experience of her time at Camp Schramsberg yesterday.  And her conclusion:  Camp Schramsberg is the Camp of everyone’s dreams!  Oh, my… what a time.

www.meadowood.com

Camp Schramsberg‘s fee is only inclusive of the Camp itself but you get your money’s worth and then some.  Since lodging is up to you, you can choose any hotel you’d like in the Napa Valley.  I chose Meadowood Resort because of its vaunted reputation.  It’s somewhere I’ve wanted to visit for quite some time.  It was also the hosting property where most of our meals and food and wine seminars occurred.  Camp began and ended there every night, so it made it much easier to not have to travel off the grounds when you’re dog tired and full from the day’s activities.

Ahhhh.... Relaxation (Photo from www.meadowood.com)

Meadowood Resort is a storybook 250-acre property scattered high above the hills in St. Helena, California.  It’s garnered much acclaim, not only its restaurant, but the property and amenities themselves.  Consider it your “bunking” headquarters for your Camp experience although you may never want to leave once Camp has concluded.

Enjoy Poolside (Photo from www.meadowood.com)

You can reward yourself with signature spa treatments at the Spa but only after you’ve played nine holes of golf on the resort’s own course, tennis at its tennis courts and croquet on its own croquet field.  Yes, after all of that activity, you’re certainly going to need a relaxing massage.  Or, if you feel you’ve spent more than enough money already, feel free to retire to your room to your two person soaking tub to bathe with provided fragrant sea salts and Molton Brown bath products.  If a bath isn’t your speed, walk a couple of steps to enjoy a relaxing rain shower in your separate shower.  It’s big enough for two… or three or four… just don’t let the Camp counselor catch you!  He’s sure to write a note to your parents  ;-)

Perfect Pairing ~ Golf & Wine (Photo from www.meadowood.com)

And if the night is still young (it won’t be since you’ll be in Camp all day), check out your beautiful 200 square foot terrace and enjoy each other under the moon and stars and forested area that surround you.  There’s nothing more romantic.  Except for maybe a perfect night’s sleep in your fluffy bed.  The pillows are abundant and the sheets’ thread count is off the charts.  Although there are many windows in your room, you’re in a wooded area and the lovely Meadowood sleep fairies have drawn your shades.  Sweet dreams are guaranteed.  Trust me, you’ll need it.  You’ll be doing it all over again tomorrow for day two.

Be One With Nature (Photo from www.meadowood.com)

On Monday, Cellar Princess will share her camp tips for make your stay the ultimate experience.

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