Winter Wonderland Elopements

White House Inn offers Elopements pp to 20 guests
Book now for a winter / spring elopement in chic downtown Napa! Just minutes from several wineries and a short walk to dining, shopping and boutique wine tasting rooms!

Elopement Package:

$2,900.00, plus tax
2 to 6 people

$3,400.00, plus tax

7-10 people

$3,700.00, plus tax

11-20 people

*More than 20 attendees - please contact our wedding sales manager for information on our other unique wedding packages!

Package Fee Includes
· Two (2) night’s luxurious accommodations for two in one of our King Rooms. Includes a daily gourmet breakfast & evening wine & hors d’ oeuvres - prepared by our In-House Chef!
· Welcome Amenity in room upon arrival
· On Site Ceremony location with Officiant
· Bridal Bouquet & Boutonniere
· A Champagne Toast for you and your guests
· Wedding Cake with cake cutting service
· One (1) Hour Swedish Couple’s Massage in our couple’s spa room
· Professional Wedding Photographer for One (1) Hour
· Day-of Wedding Coordination
· Concierge services for sightseeing, wineries, dining!

Package Enhancements

*Chilled bottle of champagne in room upon arrival - $25.00, plus tax

*A floral arrangement in your room upon arrival - Call for Pricing

*Upgrade to Presidential Retreat - $160.00 additional

*Two Luxurious White House Inn Robes - $200.00, plus tax

*Acoustic music for (1) Hour - choose Solo Piano or Harpist
(Music selection subject to availability)

*Luxury Transportation service to dinner in the Napa Valley
(Includes driver gratuity. Dinner is not included) - $250.00

*Additional Bouquets or Boutonnieres – Call For Pricing

*Vineyard Photo Excursion – additional time with your photographer to a selected off-site vineyard location for “Napa Valley” photos
(Must be pre-arranged in advance – additional time will be billed directly by your photographer)

*Napa Valley winery tour in a Luxury Town Car - $500.00

CALL 707.254.9301 FOR MORE INFORMATION OR VISIT

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Winter Package Deals at White House

Think you can't afford a romantic getaway in tough economic times? Think twice...go for a winter special package! White House Inn & Spa has some incredible cost saving specials going on right now...check it out!

“Free Friday’s”
Is the economy affecting you? If you’re like most people, your budget and time may only allow you to get away for a mini-vacation over the weekend. So, take advantage of our weekend special with Friday night FREE!
Minimum 2 night stay required; Applies to any new reservation which includes a Friday; Valid December 1, 2008 – January 30, 2009. Not applicable to previously placed reservations.

Wine. Dine. Sleep Time...

Indulge yourself for a night at the White House Inn and enjoy the fabulous offerings of downtown Napa!
Package includes:
One night accommodation in King Room with fireplace
Welcome amenity
Pre Dinner Glass of Wine at Ceja Wine Salon & Lounge
$75.00 Gift Certificate for dinner at Elements Restaurant and Enoteca
Gourmet breakfast prepared by our in-house chef
Complimentary evening wine and cheese
Package Price: ONLY $375.00 plus tax
Valid December 1, 2008 – February 28, 2009. Minimum night stay may be required on some dates; Holiday black- out dates applies as well.

White House Inn Style Luxury Package
Treat yourself to an extravagant getaway and experience the Napa Valley ‘Inn’ style!
Package includes:
2 night’s accommodations in a King Room with fireplace
4 hour private wine tour in a luxury sedan
3 VIP tasting passes to Napa’s boutique wineries
Gourmet breakfast each morning prepared by our in-house chef
Complimentary evening wine and cheese
Package Price: ONLY $990.00 plus tax
Valid December 1, 2008 – February 28, 2009. Holiday black- out dates applies.
Subject to availability and you must mention this special at the time of booking the reservation. Additional hourly charges will apply if wine tour exceeds 4 hour limit.

Romance Retreat Package
Relax and be pampered!
Package includes:
2 night’s accommodations in a King room with fireplace
Champagne in room upon arrival
Couples (50 minute) massage in our couples spa treatment room
Complimentary VIP wine tasting passes to some of Napa Valley’s finest boutique wineries
Gourmet breakfast each morning prepared by our in house chef
Complimentary evening wine and cheese
Package Price: Only $840.00 plus tax; (upgrade to King premium room for an additional $100)
Valid December 1, 2008 – February 28, 2009.

Roses and Bouquets and Boutonnieres, Oh My!

With so many choices...how does a bride choose the perfect flower decor?

Choose a floral designer that is courteous, pleasant and knowledgeable - make sure it is someone you can work with easily!

If you have a wedding planner - ask them for suggestions and referrals for florists they use.

Think about your colors and theme - but also be open to the florist's ideas. Remember they are "creative people" and can take a lot of stress away from the decision making process!

Pick flowers that will be in season on your wedding day

Keep in mind the type of wedding being planned and choose your floral decor around that theme, is it casual or formal, simple or lavish?

The style of your dress, your wedding colors and even your height, also play a role on the choice of the flowers that will fit the occasion.

There are various styles of bouquets which your florist and/or wedding planner can help you choose. These include round, trailer, sheaf, crescent and cascade styles.

And of course...the bride's bouquet should be the most spectacular bouquet in the wedding party, while the bridesmaid bouquets are traditionally a similar style yet smaller.

For a chic, contemporary touch - have each bridesmaid carry a different color bouquet!

Various colors are used in today's weddings for the bridal party - soft pastels to vibrant colors (think pale pink vs. hot pink) Choose the colors that fit you best!

Mothers of the bride and groom, Grandmothers and sometimes Aunts traditionally wear corsages. Know ahead of time the color of their dresses so they do not clash with the corsage! Safe choices are pale colors, white or ivory.

Typically the groom and groomsmen wear a boutonniere - this is a single flower of the same type as used in the bride's bouquet (yes, even a man can sport a pink flower!)

For an added touch of glamour, choose accents such as tiny pearls, organza or satin ribbon, bows, streamers, or baby's breath.

For a traditional touch - ask your mother and/or grandmother what flowers they had in their bouquets - than incorporate that into your bouquet.

Most importantly...your flowers are a reflection of you, your tastes and personality!

Photo courtesy of Anna Kilbridge Photography

Romance Retreats

Our Romance Retreat is perfect for a winter getaway or holiday proposal.

Package includes:
2 night’s accommodations in a King room with fireplace
Champagne in room upon arrival
Couples (50 minute) Massage in our couples spa treatment room
Complimentary VIP wine tasting passes to some of Napa Valley’s finest boutique wineries
Gourmet breakfast each morning prepared by our in house chef
Complimentary evening wine and cheese

Package Price: Only $840.00 plus tax; (upgrade to King premium room for an additional $100)
Valid December 1, 2008 – February 28, 2009
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707.254.9301

Holiday Parties

The holidays are a time for family, friends and of course...parties!



White House Inn & Spa is an elegant and intimate venue to host your company party! We are pairing up with Melissa Teaff Catering to provide gourmet hors d' oeuvres that will tempt your palate!



Our dining salon with fireplace is an excellent room to host a company party or retreat and is comfortable for parties of up to 50 people. For overnight lodging, all 17 deluxe rooms and suites feature sleek modern design and contemporary furnishings. Most rooms have King beds and all include desirable amenities, lux linens, plush robes, romantic fireplaces, private baths, jetted over sized tubs, comfy sitting/ relaxing areas, flat screen TV's and complimentary Wi-Fi. Included in the room rate, our in-house chef prepares daily gourmet buffet-style breakfasts.



Contact us for special rates for your company get-together!

Small Weddings & Elopements

Planning a wedding but don't have a lot of time or a large budget? Times are tough in today's economy, but that doesn't mean you have to forgo having an elegant wedding celebration! Consider an all- inclusive package or a small wedding of less than 50 guests, even an elopement. No, we're not suggesting Las Vegas!!

Napa's White House Inn offers an "Elopement" package for up to 20 guests! You can still have a nice wedding without the cost of a huge reception...consider a small wedding with just your close family & friends, some champagne, cake and a photographer. Simple, easy and efficient! In lieu of a reception, consider having a fancy lunch or dinner after your wedding ceremony, or take it up a notch and plan a fun winery tour with your group!

Package Fee Includes

· Two (2) night’s luxurious accommodations for two in one of our King Rooms.
· Welcome Amenity in room upon arrival
· On Site Ceremony location with Officiant
· Bridal Bouquet & Boutonniere
· A Champagne Toast for you and your guests
· Petite Wedding Cake with cake cutting service
· One (1) Hour Swedish Couple’s Massage in our couple’s spa room
· Professional Wedding Photographer for One (1) Hour
· Concierge services for sightseeing, wineries, dining!

$2,900.00, plus tax (up to 6 guests)

$3,400.00, plus tax (7-10 guests)

$3,700.00, plus tax (11-20 guests)

The White House Inn & Spa now has winter rates available for romantic getaways and also vacations to celebrate time with friends & family for the holidays, as well as company holiday parties! Check out these amenities:

Welcome Gift Amenity in room upon arrival
Group Packages include the Presidential Retreat
A Customized Group Itinerary
Pre-arranged preferred seating time for gourmet buffet breakfast prepared by our fabulous in-house Chef!
Evening wine & hors d’ oeuvres reception**Option of having this served on the private patio of the Presidential Retreat if this suite is reserved!
Pool, outdoor Jacuzzi and 2 spa treatment rooms on site

A friendly and professional staff to cater to your every whim!

www.napawhitehouseinn.com

707.254.9301

*Photo courtesy of Anna Kilbridge Photography

Why should I use a Wedding Planner?

You've got the ring, you've got the date (maybe)...now what??

Planning a dream wedding involves so much more than the "I Do". That's the easy part!

There are so many details involved in a well-planned event and this takes a great deal of time and effort - consider it another full time job...that you're not even getting paid for. SO why not take the stress-free way and hire a professional to work out the details for you!

More than half of today's brides are using the services of a professional wedding planner to help them in orchestrating their special day. This is your wedding...you deserve perfection! Wedding Planners are experts at successful event planning and will work with you to customize your wedding day. Imagine a professional party planner, personal assistant, counselor and friend all wrapped into one...they will help you with anything and everything involving your wedding from invitation design, to choosing the perfect dress to finding the best photographer...even down to the colors and theme, and those hard-to-find flowers.

A wedding planner can be counted on to make sure everything happens on schedule, handle any emergencies and be there for advice and support. In choosing a planner, look for a person you feel comfortable with, that is key! This person will become your best friend over the next few months to make your wedding day the best it can be, and to keep you focused on why you're getting married in the first place...this is a day of love and devotion, not headaches and hassle. Your Planner will focus on the details, giving you the spotlight.

Relax and enjoy, and let your family and friends do the same...no worries, your wedding planner has it covered. Leave it to the pros and you will be sure to remember one of the happiest days of your life with fond memories.

Wedding Trends

When planning your wedding...

Consider having your wedding on a holiday weekend. This allows you an additional day for the celebrations to continue (or some extra relaxation). Also consider having your wedding on a Sunday or during the week, which is typically less expensive than a Friday or Saturday, usually by quite a bit! Be sure to relax and calm your nerves before the main event: get a massage, have a spa day, go on a bike ride or brisk walk, play golf, read a good novel or work out. Whatever it is, let your mind take a break from the event.

After the Reception...

Post-reception snacks for your guests are a big hit after a long night of dancing. This is another area where the bride and groom’s personality can be carried through the event as a fond farewell. Some suggestions are:

· Mini fast food option

· Asian noodles in a Chinese to-go box with chopsticks and personalized fortune cookie from the couple
· Box of popcorn with a movie theatre or rental gift card (or a Netflix subscription) or a small basket of candy and other goodies
· Petite box of donuts or donut holes

Remember to have fun during your planning...this is YOUR special day!

Fall weddings and elopements

Ah, the ever-popular Elopement. What better way to say "I Do" than a heartfelt ceremony with just you and maybe a few close friends and family, followed by cake and champagne, fabulous photos, a wine tour, a spa treatment and a romantic gourmet dinner! This is SO much better than Las Vegas!!

October was a popular month for Elopements - must be the combination of the end of harvest, grape crushing and the amazing California weather! The days are still warm and yet there's a slight hint of winter in the air. Couples love it here, its so romantic...the Inn will be busy in the winter with couple's enjoying their fireplaces, drinking champagne and enjoying a relaxing massage or hot stone therapy spa treatment. Sounds cozy!

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WeddingMoons - a new trend in getting married

A Destination Wedding (also called a "WeddingMoon") is quickly becoming a very popular Honeymoon trend, and it has several benefits for couples and their guests...

Since most locations that specialize in Weddingmoons / Destination Weddings have Wedding Planners & Coordinators at their finger tips who are knowledgable about local marriage laws and customs, you'll be able to spend your time before, and the day of, your wedding relaxing and enjoying some spa treatments while someone else handles all the details for you.

If you have guests who will be joining you for your celebration, it can be a mini-vacation for them, Napa Valley offers a wide variety of activities and sight-seeing opportunities! if you love food and wine, this is the place for you, but there's so much more to Napa Valley!

The renovated White House Inn mansion (originally built in 1886, renovated in the 90's and again in 2008) offers guests a visually striking yet relaxing setting, perfect for a Napa Valley getaway, vacation, wedding or event. From a Napa wedding moon, elopement or romantic getaway, the inn has the amenities discerning guests desire... clean, modern design, luxurious linens, fireplaces, jetted spa tubs, pool, lush gardens, on site spa treatments and culinary delights both at breakfast and evening wine and hors d'oeuvres. Enjoy walking to Napa's downtown shopping, art galleries, wine tasting and some of the valley's finest cuisine. Check out the new developements at the Napa River Promenade area and main street! White House Inn is only a 5 minute walk from central downtown Napa but yet still situated on a quiet, tree-lined street. Ideally located in old town Napa, this historic 17 room resort-style inn features contemporary decor and stylish details. Not your typical "Bed & Breakfast" Inn!