Nestled in the shelter of towering redwoods, the peaceful Applewood Inn was named one of the West's Best Small Inns by Sunset Magazine. Tuck in with this exclusive $295 package for two that shaves 40% off. This deal includes:

• One night accommodation
• A five-course tasting dinner at their Michelin-starred restaurant
• Daily hot breakfast
• Sparkling wine upon arrival
• A "wine passport," offering tastings for two to as many as 25 local wineries
• $50 spa credit (towards a 60-minute couples massage)

Or settle into a Junior Suite -- measuring more than 500 square feet -- for $345 with the above extras. These rooms feature a fireplace, and many offer a spa tub, two-person shower and a private patio or balcony.

Arrive Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday through Nov. 18.

The inn is one mile from downtown Guerneville and close to several wineries in Sonoma's Russian River Valley region, nominated for Wine Region of the Year 2011 by Wine Enthusiast. It is about 1.5 hours driving distance from San Francisco.

Not available on: June 29-30; July 1-2, 4, 13-16, 19, 26-30; Aug 1-6; 31; Sept. 1-3, 21-23; Oct. 5-8. The Restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.