Golf-cart Through the Vines: An Intimate Guided Tour of Willow Creek Winery

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Golf-cart Through the Vines: An Intimate Guided Tour of Willow Creek Winery

A 45-minute, guided vineyard tour of Willow Creek Winery that traces the estate’s winemaking heritage, sustainable practices and panoramic views aboard a golf cart.

Golf-cart Through the Vines: An Intimate Guided Tour of Willow Creek Winery.

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Santa Rosa
Operator
Willow Creek Winery
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Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
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On the Willow Creek Winery Vineyard Tour you climb aboard a golf cart and move through rows of vines while an experienced guide recounts the estate’s winemaking heritage, describes its sustainable practices and points out broad panoramas and an ocean breeze that define the property’s atmosphere.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Golf-cart ride through the estate
THE ROUTE

Golf-cart ride through the estate

The tour is conducted aboard a golf cart, taking visitors into the heart of the vineyard where guides explain the traditions and practices that shape Willow Creek’s wines.

Panoramic vineyard overlooks and ocean breeze
THE VIEW

Panoramic vineyard overlooks and ocean breeze

Along the route you’ll pause for sweeping views across the vines and the refreshing ocean breeze that the property advertises as part of its sensory appeal.

A concise lesson in winemaking heritage
THE STORY

A concise lesson in winemaking heritage

Guides introduce the estate’s winemaking legacy and describe sustainable practices used on the property, giving context to what you see in the rows and around the site.

What the day feels like

What the tour feels like

The Vineyard Tour is a compact, interpretive outing: a guide drives a small group along vineyard lanes in a golf cart, stopping to point out key blocks, sustainable practices and scenic vantage points while weaving a short history of the estate.

Golf-cart ride through the estate

THE ROUTE

Golf-cart ride through the estate

The tour is conducted aboard a golf cart, taking visitors into the heart of the vineyard where guides explain the traditions and practices that shape Willow Creek’s wines.

Panoramic vineyard overlooks and ocean breeze

THE VIEW

Panoramic vineyard overlooks and ocean breeze

Along the route you’ll pause for sweeping views across the vines and the refreshing ocean breeze that the property advertises as part of its sensory appeal.

A concise lesson in winemaking heritage

THE STORY

A concise lesson in winemaking heritage

Guides introduce the estate’s winemaking legacy and describe sustainable practices used on the property, giving context to what you see in the rows and around the site.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this tour suits—and who should look elsewhere.

1
Wine lovers / curious adultsIdeal for adults who want a concise, guided overview of the estate’s history and practices; note that everyone must be 21+ to partake in wine on the tour and a photo ID is required.
2
Small groupsBest for groups of up to seven people, as tours are priced and operated with limited seating for intimate groups.
3
Families with older childrenFamilies can attend only if children meet the minimum age or height requirement—participants must be at least 8 years old or 57 inches tall—and all passengers must be seated.
4
Visitors requiring child restraintsNot recommended for those who need child restraint seats: the golf carts are not equipped with restraint seats and sitting on laps is prohibited.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The Vineyard Tour lasts approximately 45 minutes.

What to Bring

This is an outdoor tour—wear weather-appropriate clothing and bring sunglasses, a hat, bug spray and sunscreen; bring a photo ID if you plan to enjoy wine.

Prohibitions

Outside food and beverage are prohibited; guests should leave water bottles, tumblers or thermoses in their vehicle.

Rates & Group Size

Rates are $25 per person for groups of up to seven people; gratuity is not included.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tour?

Approximately 45 minutes.

How much does the tour cost?

The rate is $25 per person for groups of up to seven people; gratuity is not included.

Can children come on the tour?

Children may participate only if they are at least 8 years old or at least 57 inches tall; the golf carts do not have child restraint seats and all passengers must be seated.

Do I need ID?

Yes—please bring a photo ID. All guests must be 21+ to enjoy wine on the tour.

Can I bring food or my own water bottle?

No—outside food and beverage are prohibited; leave water bottles, tumblers or thermoses in your vehicle.

Are child restraint seats provided on the golf carts?

No—the golf carts are not equipped with child restraint seats and are subject to applicable child passenger restraint rules.