Sutter Creek Inn

Such a nice relaxing weekend here. Our room (the Carriage House) was a little dark for my taste (dark paint and not much natural light coming in) and a bit overcrowded with furniture, but otherwise absolutely lovely. Breakfast both days was DELICIOUS and we enjoyed our 2^nd day breakfast with one of the owners — full of spark and stories. A special shout-​out to Franklin who works there — super friendly and personable! Thanks to this wonderful family owned establishment — we will definitely be coming back.

We made a spur of the moment trip. The week after Christmas is always an odd time to travel but that’s when we were married. We found some availability with the amenities we like. This is just about the best trip we’ve ever been on and we found the accomodations and town charming. Like I said, sometimes midweek in winter is had to find the local shops all open. It is what it is but we loved having so much in walking distance. Didn’t need the car at all.
We stayed in the Carriage House. We didn’t find it musty at all. Yes, it is a bit dated and a little dark but but I’ll take «cozy», clean and a little dated for a fireplace and soaking tub for 2! Honestly, we only do bed and breakfast and this one was very reasonably priced in comparison for the ammenities so, yes, perfection isn’t always attainable but we liked it and it is, afterall, the oldest b&b in California. It’s charming enough that Kinkade painted this very inn and the picture hangs in the lobby. There’s an Asian motif to this room which I’ve seen in a lot of mining areas. All rooms are completely different, however. The only thing I could wish for is a king size bed. We actually ran into a couple that comes almost every year and they’ve stayed in many of the rooms.
The food was pretty standard fare and they have the nice little evening cookie and cider thing going. FYI, I’m a gluten free person and I just eat around if I need to. Don’t think you can expect people to cook around you.
We will definitely be back. The inn plus the town were great!

We were here for Music in the Street Amador City sadly the only designated area for smokers is right out side the front entrance we had to walk through a huge ploom of smoke all over our clothes in our hair not real pleasant. The room was nice, the staff was nice, they let us know about the many things to see close to the area just sorry we were here for one night.

We came for our 22^nd anniversary. We stayed in the storage room. It was extremely spacious and very private! The alley entrance was very charming. Breakfast was perfect both days we were there, we just had to be sure to follow the rules (9am sharp). It was extremely hot in town (100+) so the air conditioning was a definite plus! We will certainly be back!

We recently stayed in the Carriage House room at the Sutter Creek Inn. It was a memorable experience – not necessarily a good experience. While driving to the Inn, the proprietor called us at 4:30 in the afternoon to check on us. She said she’d wait for us (that’s good right?).
When we arrived, it took us awhile to find parking. We ended up parking on a narrow street. Then we walked to the front door. There was a sign saying go to the back. The side door had a sign, too. The back door had a sign saying to ring the buzzer three times and wait. Wait we did.
When she arrived she took us back to the office to register, then back to back where our room was located. Sadly, the staff left a pile of blankets in our room. It’s not like she didn’t know or didn’t have time to prepare for our arrival. She just didn’t do it. Only a few of the rooms were occupied this night, so what was she doing between the time she called and the time we arrived? What she didn’t do was check the room.
The room has a musty smell. The proprietor lives above the Carriage House and wreaked of smoke when she greeted us. Odd but the smoke permeates down into the Carriage House. To add to the ambience, the room is decorated in a 70s motif – from the gold, pinch-​pleated draperies to the orange faux leather chairs to the gaudy knick knacks scattered aimlessly through the room.
Part of the reason we selected the Carriage House room was the fireplace in the room. We were told it wasn’t the season for fireplaces; so, we couldn’t use the fireplace. Do you think they’d let us know when we made the reservation? They said nothing.
The bed was, me’h, ok. The pillows were chunks of foam. This is not what we expected from a bed-​and-​breakfast. The bathroom included a plastic-​cheap curtains and a pre-​fab, dinky shower stall. Again, not at all what we expected.
If you want a trip back to the best the 70s had to offer, you’ll love this place. We stopped by the Hotel Sutter and saw the rooms there. Immediately we knew we made a mistake staying at the Sutter Creek Inn. Don’t make the same mistake we did.

My boyfriend booked us a room to stay here for my 30^th birthday. Coincidentally, my birthday falls on the first weekend in October, and unbeknownst to us, we booked during the big crush weekend (we didn’t know about it until the week of my birthday… but we will get to that later). He specifically booked a room without a hanging bed because we are both pretty light sleepers and we really had no desire to try the hanging bed. He also repeatedly told them this was a very special occasion (my 30^th).
About a week ahead of time, he called the inn to make sure they could accommodate my diet, which is mostly vegetarian and sometimes vegan. When he called, a woman answered. Her response was that they could not accommodate me, and at most I could «eat around» anything that I didn’t eat.
When he tried to tell her my food allergies, she brushed him off curtly and got off the phone.
A few hours later she called him back, without any reference to the first call he made earlier that day. She told him they had double booked us on accident, and would be putting us in a different room that cost more per night but we could still pay the lower rate. The alternate room had a hanging bed. When my boyfriend tried to explain that this was a very special occasion and we wanted something with a non-​hanging bed, she brushed him off and explained that we had only booked one night and the other party had booked two, therefore we had to move. She further brushed him off by saying that the bed could be lowered to prevent swinging (which isn’t really true… but that will come later). Basically, she kept cutting him off and reiterating that because the room we were transferred to cost more than the one he booked, HE should be grateful to HER for messing up our reservation.
At this point, the woman’s attitude really turned him off. There were a few problems though. 1) She didn’t tell us about the room change until we were within our week cancellation window and 2) By the time we were informed of the room change every other hotel or B&B was booked in the Sutter Creek area due to the big crush (we looked at them all).
So, reluctantly, we tried to make the best of things and showed up on my birthday to the inn to check in. When we arrived, the younger woman at the front desk (who was very nice throughout our time here, I must say) realized she had just booked someone with my boyfriend’s same first name into our room. We proceeded to wait ten or fifteen minutes for her to try to track them down and get them into the right room.
She then hurriedly took us to our room (other people had arrived after us so we didn’t really hear the times things started and other things she ran through as she showed us to the room). The inn has no info in the rooms with this information so we kind of floundered around trying to remember when breakfast and coffee started.
When we got in the room, we immediately noticed that it smelled really musty, and this was with all of the windows and doors open. Further, there was no conditioner (just shampoo) and no hairdryer. The window seat appeared old and dirty, the comforter (which looked like it had been white at one point) looked like it hadn’t been washed in years. The curtains in the bathroom were either moldy or just spotted with dirt.
And then there was… The hanging bed. We both got nauseous throughout the night due to the fact that with every slight movement, the bed swung uncontrollably. Even when we lowered it, it still swung.
At one point, my boyfriend actually went to sleep in the daybed/​window seat in order to avoid how unpleasant the bed made him feel. We were also constantly sneezing… probably due to aforementioned mold/​mildew issue in the room.
In the morning, I went to get us coffee in the kitchen. Both the older woman (presumably the one who had called earlier that week) and the younger woman were cooking breakfast. I finished the creamer (there had been hardly any remaining when I arrived). I turned and told them I’d finished it, so hopefully they could refill before someone else came in for coffee. The older woman curtly and rudely responded in a sarcastic tone, «Gee, thanks a lot.» The younger woman smiled and said it was nice of me to let them know.
Breakfast was alright. The omelets thankfully didn’t have a lot of the foods I am allergic to and I could eat around the meat.
The whole experience just kind of put a damper on my birthday celebrations. We continually felt like we were a burden to the staff, and there was none of the hospitality that we both have come to expect when paying a good deal of money to stay in a bed and breakfast.
We have previously stayed at Hanford House and for the same amount of money our experience (which wasn’t even a special occasion) was infinitely better.
Save yourself the hassle and expense and go somewhere else. I hope that no one has a special occasion ruined by this woman at this inn like I did.

I was looking for an inn in Amador County to stay. I only wanted a Saturday night because I have a newborn and couldn’t leave her for two nights. I called in the afternoon and talked to a gentleman. I told him I only wanted a Saturday night and asked if he had any available rooms for a month away. He said they were almost all available and then we processed to talk about which rooms I would like best (patio). I called back at 7:00 to make my reservation and a different man answered the phone. He said that there is a two night minimum on the weekends. I then explained my earlier conversation with one of his staff members. He said that the gentleman had made a mistake, he’s new and young and he would not be giving me a room for 1 night. I said that I thought they should honor that because one of THEIR employees told me this. He says everyone makes mistakes in life and this was not his problem. Very poor customer service.

My second time here– it just feels like home now! I love the West Room, it’s so cozy for a single gal. And the claw-​food tub is heavenly! I totally had WiFi, and was able to get work done.
And breakfast was exquisite! Zucchini walnut pancakes with homemade peach syrup??? Are you kidding me??? I felt like a princess! Keep up the good work, Sutter Creek Inn!

Don’t even think about calling if you have children.

My wife and I visit northern CA regularly from Chicago for family but we always take one day to come up to Sutter Creek and stay here. We usually stay in the Miner’s Cabin when the weather is warm so we can enjoy the private patio. In the winter we like the Carriage House for the nice fireplace and extra space inside. On our first visit I called ahead and requested chocolates and wine to be waiting for us and it was so nice that they did all of it for us. I found out later that good chocolates were not easy for them to find in Sutter Creek but they pulled it off. Made my wife’s day!
It is a little strange the first time you go since you enter through the back alley but it’s worth it. Lindsey is always so wonderful and makes us feel at home.
The Bella Grace wine tasting next door is great as is the cheese tasting shop down Main St. It’s always a nice one day get away for us.

Was a bit put off at first by the fact that this was the only B&B in the entire county with availability last weekend. However… what a wonderful spot! Swinging bed makes you feel like a babe in arms. Beautiful wood burning fireplace, huge tub. Romantic, relaxing. walking distance to at least 5 tasting rooms — can’t beat it!

Stayed in the «Storage Shed Room». Very nice size, cozy, and we loved the swing bed. It takes a little getting used to, after a glass or two of wine it is reminiscent of having the bed spins, but once you get accustomed to the bed «moving» when you sit down on it, it’s like a gentle rocking chair and extremely comfortable.
Room was very clean and comfortable, but could use some updating. Mostly a 70’s era with some 80’s updating.
Service was a little under what we’re used to in the b&b’s we stay at (and I travel about 30 weeks a year for business). Arrived at 5:30 on a Sunday and kind of had to hunt down the Inn keeper. Followed the signs & arrows back to the alley, then left to a house, and knocked on a screen door. A little strange.
Checking out in the morning was equally bewildering. Breakfast was «ok». Loved the bacon, but didn’t have the pancakes or anything that others seem to like (wasn’t offered the day we were there apparently). Immediately after breakfast, did the check-​out, but was kind of a self-​service thing. No inn keeper again, so we left the key on the front desk & left.
WiFi was non-​existent unfortunately, finally found it in the main house, but was secured and no guest info around with the security password, (and no inn keeper for that matter). Would have liked to stay, but I had to get some work done, so had to get going.

My husband and I stopped in there for a last minute night away from our home in Cameron Park and we had the best time in our lives. It was quiet and peaceful. We stayed just one night and just read had a fire and walked around town after dark and it was so peaceful. By far the best place for real relaxing

Our first visit and will definitely not be our last. Charming property with unique clean individualized rooms. Hospitality from Lindsey was wonderful and the breakfast prepared by Lavonne was delectable… definitely a must stay property!

We so look forward to our stays at this unique and charming B&B. Besides the well-​appointed cottages, each with its own sweet personality, garden setting, and both individual and shared patio seating arrangements, the owner, Lindsay, couldn’t do enough for us. We took a cottage for my parents, the «Garden Room», and a room in the main house, the «Library Room», for my brother, girlfriend and me. These lovely little homes unto themselves contained many amenities thoughtfully placed to ensure comfort and delight the eye.
An artist who works in clay sculptures, Lindsay is well rounded and informed, openly engaging in on just about any topic you wish to discuss. In the mellow breeze of a lovely afternoon under an umbrella on the well-​groomed lawn, we shared an unhurried conversation on the area’s history and recent events. We brought out appetizers and Lindsay provided crackers as we chatted until dinnertime. When Lindsay learned of our mutual friends in Sutter Creek, she graciously invited them at her own cost to a sumptuous breakfast in the morning.
After dinner at Teresa’s Place on Jackson Gate Road, we returned and found Lindsay still willing to assist with details of where we could listen to music or engage in other activities. When we appeared undecided, she offered her own dance floor, taking us into a converted barn and playing music so we could dance until ready for a peaceful sleep.
In the morning, as a group, we shared a delectable breakfast of gourmet omelettes, meat, fresh cut fruit, juice, and biscuits with homemade jam. We sat together, old friends in their 90’s, parents in their mid-80’s, to teenagers, my relatives and hers, reflecting on what a lovely time we’d enjoyed in this town I’d lived in from the ages of 3 to 12. After breakfast, we strolled the many brick walkways of the gardens between and among the cottages, admiring foxglove, calendula, lavender, and so many other plants of bright color and wafting fragrance. Truly incomparable. How we hated to have to depart.
Thank you, Lindsay, for being a truly memorable host, the best of a genre of innkeepers.

The breakfast is spectacular! Everything was made from scratch and yummy. My fiancée’ was hesitant about the breakfast because all the guests are seated together, but we made some new friends and learned more about the town of Sutter Creek.
We hadn’t planned on spending the night but had to much fun next door at Scott Harvey Wines.
We plan on staying again!

What an amazing experience! The Sutter Creek Inn not only provided an amazing and unique bedding accomodation (a bed suspended by chains), it also supplied a completely singular and sublime breakfast the next morning!!! There was a little «guest story» book inside, where guests are invited to tell the tale of their visit… we did, and to my surprise, it seems all of The Sutter Creek Inn’s previous visitors had as positive experiences as I (and my date) had enjoyed.
Bravo indeed!!!

My husband and I hosted a holiday weekend stay for our out of town family when our daughter got married at a venue in a neighboring town, and the Inn was a perfect setting for our gathering.
We occupied 10 or 12 rooms at the Inn and spent the days lounging on the lawn and greeting other guests as they arrived. The garden area and private patios were just lovely.
The breakfast room was a perfect place for us to all start our day and the meals were just fabulous. We also enjoyed the homemade cookies and lemonade in the afternoon.
The staff was friendly and helpful, and everyone was comfortable in their rooms. My friends from Florida especially liked the swinging beds.
I would definitely go back for a relaxing weekend, and my daughter and her (now) husband plan to go back there to celebrate their first anniversary.
It’s a definite must if you are in the area.

Took my husband here for his birthday and romantic getaway. We stayed in the Miner’s Cabin. I like the idea of the B&B with little cottages; adds a little more privacy. The Miner’s Cabin has it’s own little patio, fireplace in the room with seating area and a bathroom. No tv or radio, which was so nice — made for a very relaxing stay! We went next door and bought a bottle of wine and drank it out on the big porch in the evening (right on Main St). The kitchen supplies glasses and a wine opener. Beautiful gardens and little niches here and there. Friendly staff and great homestyle breakfast! Right on Main St, so you can walk to the nearby restaurants and all the shops downtown. Charming!

Cozy B&B with plenty of great rooms to stay. My wife & I came here for a romantic weekend get-​away, and stayed in the «Upper Wash House» room.
The room was perfect for 2 adults, hot water came quickly, and the furniture was comfortable. Bed was very comfortable and motif was fun too. Looking out from our window we had a nice view, and there are little «easter egg» type things to spot around the place. We saw a giant wooden praying mantis on one of the roof tops!
The staff is all very nice and responsive to requests.
Breakfast was AMAZING! They serve it family style and there was more than enough to go around. Avacado+egg omelets, ham, fresh fruit, homemade salsa for the omelets… everything was perfect.
We would stay here again without hesitation and recommend it to ANYONE going through the area. Next time we’ll get a room with a swinging bed! :-D