AREA ATTRACTIONS  Lockeford, Lodi, Stockton, the Delta, Mother Lode

 

There is something to do every day of the week, every month of the year in this diverse region of California.  From our guests, we learn about places to experience and post these on the carriageway bulletin board.

          Go to Innkeepers’ Journal for current area events and related specials at the inn. We will update you on other things you may enjoy during your stay with us. Dining choices are varied and plentiful. Check our collections of menus in the parlor.   Choose your experiences!

Wineries

Lodi Wine and Visitors Center   A good place to begin the Lodi Wine Trail

Vino Piazza Only a half-mile from the inn this unique wine plaza boasts over ten tasting rooms, Gigolo’s Italian restaurant, comedy shows, art shows, and art exhibits.
Harmony Wynelands  is noted for its wines and fantastic restored theatre organ in its tasting room.  We offer packages which include some of their special events such as Silent Movie nights.
Jessie’s Grove - This family-owned farm boasts a tasting room filled with historic memories.  It’s a great venue for summer concerts, picnics, and theatre.
Macchia – Recently relocated into their family’s farmhouse, this winery and its wines are also on our guests’ favorites list.

Other nearby and favorite wineries include Woodbridge-Mondavi, Crystal Cellars, Michael David, Oak Ridge, Berghold, and Peirano Estates

Outdoor Adventures i
Lockeford Springs Golf Course 18 hole course located less than 5 minutes from the inn with  pro-shop, clubhouse dining,  and scenic event area.
Sierra Adventure Outfitters – Classes plus equipment rental and sales of everything you need to enjoy a Sierra adventure on land or water.
Lodi Parachute Center– Within 15 minutes of the inn you can be airborne or land your private plane at the Lodi Airport
Bird Watching– Add to the inn’s own bird count as you relax in the garden.  Participate in the Sandhill Crane Festival and California Fish and Game tours, or map your own birding adventure.
Clements Rodeo and Stampede - Home of the Buckaroos, this is the venue for Cowboy Church, rodeo event lessons, western days, and an annual rodeo
Cycling   Bikely.com     http://www.mapmyride.com/ – We have special inn ride maps to take guest cyclists through vineyards and up into gorgeous countryside. 

We are close to equestrian trails and equestrian centers such as Jack Tone Ranch, Hansen’s Performance Horses, and Matt Sargeant which offer clinics for beginners and advanced riders. Gardeners will enjoy selecting plants from world-renown Kings’ Mums.

Boatings and fishing options begin at the Fish Hatchery in Clements and extend to Lodi Lake, Lake Camanche, Lake Pardee,  Lake Amador, Rio Vista and Stockton Marina.

Tours, Concertstc.
Chocoholics Divine Desserts Factory Store & Tours You enjoy this chocolate in our recipes!  Make time to experience the delicious selections in their old-time shop, lunch and ice-cream parlor after you tour the factory!
Lodi Conference and Visitors Bureau Get on this mailing list to get news of and tickets for concerts, art shows, and special wine events.
Lodi Chamber of Commerce- Another great source of information on the greater Lodi area.
Knowlton Gallery - Whenever we are in town, a stop at this gallery is a must.  Be sure to check out the art classes.  When you register for classes, ask Robin about our artists’ rates at the inn.
You will also want to check out the Stockton Convention and Visitors Bureau, Hutchins Street Square in Lodi, Lodi Community Art Center and Gallery, and Bob Hope Fox Theatre in Stockton.

Museums and Parks

Micke Grove Regional Park  (sanjoaquinhistory.org) -  This amazing park can be a two-day affair. The museum collections represent the vast history of San Joaquin County. You will also enjoy the unique Japanese Gardens, zoo, park and picnic groves, Julia Weber House, children’s amusement park, and golf course .

In Lockeford you must visit Harmony Grove Church and Cemetery on Locke Road and the newly restored Lockeford School House.  Lodi’s Hill House Museum gives one the sense that the Hill family is still in residence.  Stockton’s Haggin Museum has  extraordinary collections and exhibits. Both the University of the Pacific and San Joaquin Delta College campuses and buildings merit an afternoon’s exploration.

Day Spa

Perfect Balance Day Spa  Our favorite place for complete spa treatments.

 

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