YOUR NORTHERN CALIFORNIA BASECAMP

Golden Gate Bridge at sunset with vehicles traveling across, waters below, and hills in the background.
Vineyard with rows of grapevines and tall cypress trees under a clear blue sky, with hills in the background.
A scenic view of a large lake surrounded by dense green pine trees with snow-capped mountains in the distance under a clear blue sky.
A panoramic view of Half Dome mountain in Yosemite National Park during sunset with a partly cloudy sky.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Just steps from the State Capitol and the R Street Corridor, the cottage sits at the crossroads of Sacramento’s history and its modern creative pulse. Once an industrial rail hub, R Street is now lined with restaurants, galleries, breweries, and independent boutiques—a walkable blend of old and new that defines the city’s easy California cool.

You’ll find murals tucked between storefronts, local wine bars serving regional pours, and restaurants that capture the city’s farm-to-fork ethos in every plate. Enjoy morning coffee with the locals at Camellia or Temple, then stroll through Capitol Park and its gorgeous gardens, stop in for lunch at Cafe Bernardo, take in some shopping at The Ice Blocks and Warehouse Artist Lofts, followed by dinner at Good Neighbor. Catch a live performance at Ace of Spades or the Performing Arts Center followed a late night drink at The Roost's hidden speakeasy—a perfect day all within minutes from the front door.

EXPLORE THE NEIGHBORHOOD
The California State Capitol building in Sacramento, California, with a large dome, white exterior, surrounded by trees and a park with benches and walkways.
A modern multi-story commercial building with large windows, signage for West Elm, and a neon sign that reads 'COE.' The building is surrounded by trees and a parking area with several cars, with city street traffic lights and lights creating light trails at dusk.
Exterior of a brick building with a sign reading 'WAL' and 'Pull up a chair Sac Amo'. There are potted plants and flowers outside, along with black wall-mounted lights. A sidewalk and street with parked cars and a utility pole with signs reading 'Eat Drink Shop' and 'Espresso Open' are visible.

THE CITY

Sacramento is a city of trees, light, and layers—more trees per capita than any U.S. city and ranked third in the world for urban canopy. It’s a place where art and agriculture meet, where the American and Sacramento Rivers converge, and where a quiet creative energy hums just below the surface.

With 15 Michelin-rated restaurants, a thriving craft beer and coffee scene, and deep historical roots, Sacramento feels both undiscovered and essential—a capital city with small-town ease and cosmopolitan taste. You can kayak the American River by morning, explore Old Sacramento’s Gold Rush past by afternoon, and end your day with a chef’s tasting menu under string lights.

This is California’s Farm-to-Fork Capital, but it’s also a cultural capital—home to musicians, makers, farmers, and dreamers shaping the next chapter of the West.

EXPLORE THE CITY
Crowd of people gathered at a sports event at night, with large illuminated letters spelling 'DO' in the foreground.
A panoramic aerial view of a city skyline under a clear blue sky, with various modern high-rise buildings, green trees, and a historic white government building with a dome and columns in the foreground.
Outdoor restaurant patio at dusk with tables, chairs, closed umbrellas, string lights, and people dining, adjacent to a building with large windows and trees in the background.

BEYOND THE CITY

From the cottage doorstep, California opens up before you. Head west to Napa and Sonoma for a day of world-class wine tasting, or follow the Old River Road to the Clarksburg Wine Country and the Old Sugar Mill, where local vintners pour amid restored brick warehouses.

To the east, winding roads lead to the Sierra foothills, where you can hike forest trails, visit Gold Rush towns, or raft the American River. Explore Lake Tahoe or Yosemite National Park, both within a few scenic hours’ drive. Closer still, discover hidden gems—from the charming town of Winters to Lake Berryessa’s wild beauty.

Leave your car behind and take a morning train to San Francisco. Enjoy the city by the bay and still be back in time to savor a gorgeous magic hour on the terrace.

Sacramento isn’t just a stop between destinations—it is the destination. A city that connects you to everything California has to offer, yet invites you to slow down and savor where you are.

EXPLORE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
An aerial view of a narrow river flowing through a dense forest with tall evergreen trees on both sides.
A scenic view of a mountain lake surrounded by dense evergreen forest and tall mountains on a clear day.
View of Yosemite Valley with tall granite cliffs, snow-capped peaks, and a forested valley below at dusk.