The Inn at Europa Village

My husband and I went away for a relaxing Saturday. We were blown away with the views from our private balcony. We loved it here! Wonderful breakfast!

What was supposed to be a relaxing vacation with the family at this inn turned out to be a very, VERY disappointing experience.
Let me explain.
So I found this place on Unilocal; we were looking for a bed & breakfast within Temecula and this was the first one on the list. Reviews were mostly good, lots of praises about chef Dean and his works. Pictures of the food and the scenery looked beautiful. We found other places on Expedia with great deals but we prioritized B&B, which only Motel 6 and the likes had; so the Inn at Europa Village was our first-​pick. Called in for a reservation and they only had one room available for that night! Heck yeah! Dibs on that!
Check-​in was at 3:00pm. We arrived about 10−15min late, but Chef Dean greeted us with a warm welcome without any signs of gripe about our tardiness. He was cool, I liked him and everybody else working there.
The Inn at Europa Village appeared more like a nice house situated on top of a hill overlooking the vineyards, which my family and I greatly appreciated.
Stayed inside the Grenacha Rose room — I believe that’s how it was spelled — located on the very right-​hand corner of upstairs. One king-​sized bed, a small closet, personal bathroom, and a desk. Everything seemed to be kept well-​maintained. Awesome!
We took a trip down the street that evening to a different winery for tasting. Nothing against the winery at the Inn; we just wanted to drive around and explore a little. Afterwards, we had dinner at the Italian restaurant chef Dean recommended. The restaurant was authentic — food and service was great! So far so good!
My family and I returned to the Inn around 7:30pm just to relax in the room. The three of us were all tired from the trip coming here so we decided to sleep early.
This is where the disaster started.
Another party of three next door came back from their outing, went into their room with giggles trying to contain themselves while going into their room around midnight. As soon as they closed the door, and I thought they were considerate fellows, they start talking obnoxiously.
Uh-​oh…
I have to say, the wall between us was close to non-​existent. I could hear almost every freakin’ word they say. This was around the moment I was dozing off into deep sleep. Their voices — one high-​pitched voice of a woman and one deep-​toned voice of a man — woke me up completely. One of my biggest peeve is being abruptly woken up like that. I wasn’t having it.
I first sort of warned them by mildly yelling, «SooOOO Loud.», hoping they would get the message through the paper-​thin wall and SHUT THE FRONT DOOR. But nope, they didn’t get it. They carried on like troopers on a mission.
So I’m like, «Alright, that’s enough» after about 20 minutes of patience; I put on my pants, and knocked on their door.
A clueless afro-​woman came out, so I kindly said, «I’m from next door, we’re trying to sleep, sorry for interrupting but it’s pretty loud.»
She’s like «Okay, you’re fine.»
No b****, I ain’t, that’s why I’m here knocking.
I go back into my room thinking, «phew, that’s taken care of!». How wrong was I???
Fast forward five min. As if they completely forgot about me, they carried on with their conversation with the noise level of about 7.5 on a scale of 1 – 10 (10 being trying to sleep inside a full-​house party). WTF? really??? F@#$ man.
Then the unbelievable happened.
They started having a 3-​some.
Mind you, I’m with my sister, and my MOM. Thank God my little sister was snoring. Un-​fucking-​fortunately, my mom was just getting into bed. She didn’t say anything, but I knew she heard all the moaning I was hearing because she was sleeping closer to the wall than I was. I’d rather have my sister awake than my mom for this kind of ridiculously awkward situation. Just plain appalled. The nightmare lasted for about good 10 minutes. One of the longest 10min I’ve ever experienced and trust me, I’ve had my fair shares of real bad 10min prior to this lovely evening.
So after their 10min session, I’m thinking, «Jesus Christ, that dude finally put their @$$es to sleep.»
Wrong again.
They began conversing AGAIN and I am at a point where I just want to front-​kick the wall open and smash their heads in with the wine bottles we purchased earlier. And gouge their eyes out with the bottle-​stopper. How much more brutal can you fucks get?
Long story short, the party next door and the wall ruined the entire experience for us. Alright, I have to be fair to the Inn — 69% of the blame was on the neighbor’s part. The rest, I blame on the wall. It’s just too damn thin with clearly no sound-​proof materials installed.
Will I come back? I don’t think so. Everything was so perfect — yet so grueling at the end.
They say it’s the first impression that really counts, but I’m not quite sure if I can agree with such a cruel ending.
The 2-​course breakfast was great until they came out with robes all high and mighty. I threw up in my mouth.
I GUESS it could’ve been worse???

Outstanding B&B! I came here with the boyfriend for a relaxing Thanksgiving getaway, and was not disappointed. We stayed in the Voigner Room and had a lovely view of the vineyards and grounds. The Europa winery had a Christmas event going on that was very cute & cozy! I love Chef Dean as this is my second stay here at the B&B. Greeted with A+ hospitality and a delicious glass of Sangria. Chef Dean also gave us some discount cards to use for wine tasting! Yeah!!! This is by far the best B&B in the Temecula Valley. Cheers to 2016!

We’ve vacationed at many properties in the Temecula Wine Country in the past including South Coast Winery, Inn At Churon Winery and Wilson Creek Manor; and when I saw the Groupon deal at Inn At Europa Village (with their rating of #1 B&B in Temecula), I called the Inn on Dec 10, 2015 to check on the Groupon Deal for $ 295 for a 2-​night stay to get room details after noticing that Jan 1 & 2 2016 (Fri/​Sat) was not blacked out. My wife and I were excited to buy the Groupon, but when I mentioned the dates to Damien at Europa, he stated that the stays are only good for Sunday — Wednesday check-​ins. However, the Groupon Deal doesn’t mention anything of the sort (I took photos of the Deal page and Fine Print page as proof). I repeated to him that the Groupon Deal said nothing about Sunday — Wednesday check-​in requirement and he became rude and insistent that they (Europa) wrote the deal and it says there’s a Sun — Wed check-​in requirement. Of course, he did nothing to remedy the situation other than to be rude and cocky. I see this as a bait and switch and I’m very disappointed in the attitude I was given when I only was asking for what was clearly advertised. If Inn At Europa Village isn’t interested in backing up what they’re advertising, then maybe Groupon should pressure Europa to back up their deal as advertised in my opinion. I would have to suggest to avoid any business that advertises one thing and then doesn’t provide the service as represented… and Inn At Europa Village is one of those businesses. What good is it to strive to be #1 but then not follow through with what you advertise? RESPONSE TO CHEF DEAN: note that acceptable customer service doesn’t start and stop with breakfast alone… It’s from the very first contact with your customer all the through to when they check out. I’ll never check in and will never recommend Inn at Europa Village to anyone due to glaring mistakes being blamed on Groupon and an unacceptable attitude by a sous chef «doing his job». Also, about your grasping Positive Karma comment; take a look at my 50+ Tripadvisor reviews (this review was posted there too)… 90% of my comments on hotels are positive!

From the view to the rustic charm this place is a must! I was told they are going to go to the next level on a new development, I can’t wait. Chef Dean, what can I say? The breakfast and ambiance you provide are just wonderful. Napa, I’m sorry but your to far and you have serious competition over in Temecula

Love love love this place. Beautiful, peaceful, serene and clean and I am a clean freak. Breakfast was amazing each morning chef dean and chef Damian were awesome. I wish I could give this place 5 stars but one important element of bed and breakfast is the bed. I stayed in the libido room which was beautiful by the way. But slept on the worst mattress I’ve ever slept on in my life. By day two I was in pain and it felt like the bed was gonna break at any given time. Upon further inspection I found two bricks under the bed holding it up. How tack and dangerous is that. Chef dean it is time to purchase a new bed and mattress. They are not that expensive. The second let down was that I found a hair in my breakfast on one of the days. All in all I still love this place and hope to return soon

Chef Dean and his wife are so great! I recently got married at the Europa Village Winery, and Chef welcomed my crazy bridal party for two nights. Nothing but great things were said from all who stayed here. The food is amazing and the views are breathtaking. I will definitely be coming back.

My husband and I just stayed Sunday through Tuesday with the living social deal as a treat for us, we have two little ones under two! We stayed in the Libido room. Beautiful room, comfortable bed. Would’ve liked a private balcony– but that was no fault of the inn, we should’ve made our reservation sooner!
This was our first stay at a B&B and it didn’t disappoint! Breakfast was 8:30 — 9:30… And had beautiful views of the vineyard. The breakfasts were fabulous and two courses. So yummy and just enough to start off a day of wine tasting. Chef Dean was very accommodating and willing to give fabulous recommendations for meals and etcetera. We came back home refreshed! Wonderful, relaxing trip in Temecula wine country.

What a huge gift to myself! I had a great time, and they upgraded my room! The breakfast in the morning was 2 course, and explained by the head chef. Stunning views! Highest recommendation!

The Inn at Europa Village is an excellent choice for a low key and relaxing Temecula sojourn. Situated just past the point along Rancho California Road where it stops being suburban and starts becoming completely «wine country,» the location is perfect. The Inn is nestled on top of a hill with nice views of the surrounding vineyards and countryside. It’s far enough from the main road that the setting is as quiet as can be. Maybe in the morning you’ll hear the distant bass thump of the hot air balloon burners resonating through the valley.
Almost all of the rooms have balconies that allow you to fully enjoy the surroundings. We picked the Viognier because we learned that it faces west. Unfortunately, a large tree blocks your view of the sunset. But that’s a very minor non-​complaint. The room was cozy with a comfortable king bed that gave us two fantastic nights of sleep.
And when you wake up in the morning, the highlight of your stay will no doubt be the «breakfast experience» that takes you to various places in Europe through their use of fresh ingredients in creative ways. From Switzerland to Spain to Italy, everything was incredible. Chef Dean goes into such detail when describing each dish, it really enhances your appreciation for the individual elements that comprise the plate you are about to enjoy. Without trying to transcribe fully (because that would take up a whole page), my favorites were (1) the Swiss Bircher Muesli with a little rhubarb surprise underneath and (2) the beef and mushrooms braised in Sangiovese alongside a poached egg garnished with chive blossoms from their garden on top of a delicious apple risotto.
We previously stayed at and fully enjoyed the South Coast Winery Resort. But we truly loved the B&B atmosphere of Europa Village. With only a handful of rooms, it’s an intimate and friendly crowd. We will definitely return – hopefully when the weather is a bit cooler!

We lucked upon this little jewel by way of a Living Social coupon, but we couldn’t be more happy with everything. The only surprises were tasty ones and random acts of kindness.
We were greeted by the unflappable Chef Dean with apple wine sangria, given a quick rundown of the House Rules, and sent to our room-​in our case The Pino Grigio room at the end. Spartan, but clean and comfortable, I did espy the Jacuzzi tub in the bathroom for later. The included breakfasts were sublime, every mouthful a celebration of good, healthy eating. We haven’t stopped the gravy train since we got home, we are making up light and tasty menus for all 3 meals a day now.
As previously mentioned, Dean and Nicole are good at what they do, great in fact and they make it look so easy I just assumed they were retired too! They do work hard at making the guest feel comfortable and meeting their various needs and wants, while filling the place to near capacity every week!
–No small task in this touchy economy. We will be recommending them to our folks in Capo Beach, Bön Appetit!

This place is as good as it gets. There are only 10 rooms and all with great views of wine country. I was amazed with the breakfast they provided. It was 5 start quality and the food alone is worth the stay. I almost didn’t want to review it so it would be my little secret but I also wanted them to do well. I would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone. The owner is also the chef and treats you like personal family.

We have stayed here several times, and it never disappoints. This is a true B & B, not a hotel proper, which must be considered when making a reservation to stay here. The hilltop location is spectacular, with sweeping views of vineyards and the valley, and beautiful gardens surrounding the property. There is always a warm welcome from the inn keepers, whether it be Chef Dean or his wife Nicole, complete with a tour of the common areas and patio with spa, and a sincere invitation to make ourselves at home. They are very helpful with recommending wineries or restaurants to visit during our stay.
Some have complained that the walls are thin, but we have never been disturbed or heard sounds from adjacent rooms. This trip we had the En Vie room, which is upstairs on a corner, with a private balcony. Felt very private. The rooms are nicely appointed and very clean, and our bed was quite comfortable. We had ample space.
Then we come to the breakfast. It really is that special. Chef Dean and his chef de cuisine (who was in the kitchen during this mid-​week visit) out-​do themselves every time. Breakfast is always a two-​course, European-​inspired tour de cuisine, with fruit and other produce grown on the grounds in their own garden and orchards. Served on the patio, it is not to be missed, and truly a highlight of our visit every time.
We love the Inn at Europa and will return again and again.

What a view! The Inn at Europa Village certainly is a beautiful place. Located at the top of the hill at Europa Village, this bed and breakfast really is breathtakingly beautiful and quite impressive. Definitely a place for a romantic getaway.
My sister in law just got married at Europa Village and stayed 2 nights at the inn this past weekend. I came to her room (Cabernet Sauvigon room, $ 250 per night weekday and $ 300 per night Fri/​Sat) early Saturday morning to get my hair and make up ready for her wedding (as I was the matron of honor). Since each of the rooms are named after wines (a little play on words for this winery), it was a little hard looking for her room (as it is much easier to find a room by number).
Her room had two window panel doors that had this amazing view from the top of the hill. Since this room was facing outward, there was plenty of natural lighting coming into the room (but I believe there are curtains to block them out if you do not want that). There are some chairs outside in case you want to sit and look at the scenery or just enjoy the weather (if you come in the summer, it will be very warm).
The room she stayed in had one king size bed with a closet and large restroom. Toiletries provided by the inn included the usual suspects (bar soap, shampoo, conditioner and lotion). My sister in law and her other bridesmaid stayed with her on Friday evening. This room was big enough for myself to get ready in, the other bridesmaid, my sister in law, her now mother in law and her niece. There were two make up artists there and one photographer.
One thing I do have to mention is that when driving up or down the narrow road to or from the inn, can be a little challenging when there are cars in both directions. Luckily the few times that I did drive down the little road, there were no cars.
Now with this being a bed and breakfast, every morning the chef will make breakfast. If you have any dietary restrictions, he can accommodate for you (but you will need to tell them ahead of time). According the the chef, he uses ingredients that are grown locally (yay to sustainability).
On the grounds, you may see the inn keeper’s 3 Shih Tzu dogs walking with her. But I don’t believe the inn is dog friendly for visitors/​guests to bring onto the premises (and since I like to travel with my dogs, I will most likely not be able to stay here the next time I am in town). There was also this large cat (perhaps the cat was all fur or all muscle, lol) that also roamed the grounds while I was there.
This location is simply gorgeous and would make for a special getaway weekend in Temecula.

This is a very cozy & beautiful Bead & breakfast Inn in the top of the hill in Europa Village vineyard.
Chef Dean is very creative with his delicious European style breakfast dishes that are one of kind!
My wife & I just had breakfast on their beautiful patio and it was extraordinary.
I recommend the inn @ Europa Village.
Cheff dean & staffs are spot on with excellent service & quality of food.

My family took a week long trip to Southern California this week and spent two days in Temecula at the Inn at Europa Village. As soon as we approached the inn (set on a beautiful hilltop) I turned to my partner and said, «I hope that is where we are staying!». Indeed it was, and every bit as breathtaking close up as it is from the road.
I am 36 weeks pregnant (different than the other 36 week pregnant person who reviewed lol) and we were wanting to just relax and have a little family time– my 7 year old accompanied us, and although she is younger than the required age for stay they were incredibly accommodating and provided a roll-​away for an additional 50.00 charge– not to mention special chocolate that she is still talking about days later. Nicole is her hero!
The breakfast was to die for. As a vegetarian who doesn’t eat eggs I don’t expect much out of breakfast, I’m pretty simple and granola and yogurt or a bagel and cream cheese is just fine with me. But to my amazement the first morning we woke up Chef prepared me (after a delicious greek yogurt/​passionfruit purée/​tangerine/​blueberry/​almond biscotti parfait) some of the best tofu and tomatillo sauce I have ever experienced. It was accompanied by truffled carrot purée, dehydrated apple, blackened kale (picked on-​site from greens grown in cut wine barrels), leeks, seared cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers. My partner had some type of cured ham with his, and a chorizo stuffing and poached egg which he absolutely loved. My daughter had homemade peanut butter and jelly and scrambled eggs (perfect!!!). My partner enjoyed their organic Sumatran coffee and I used the hot water for tea I had brought from home (pregnancy tea), but there was a box of very tempting Republic of Tea choices with lemon and honey available ²⁴⁄₇.
Our room was the Muscat Canelli and the bed was so comfortable. I truly did not want to get out of it, such a nice break from mainstream hotel stays– at 36 weeks pregnant I need cozy to sleep, so this place was right on the money. The view was beautiful and there was a small balcony to get some fresh air on. There was no t.v. in the room, as it should be when taking time away from the world to be together on a vacation in a place as serene as this.
We tried to use the hot tub the first night we were there, but it needed to be cleaned so we got out after about 5 minutes of seeing gunk float around us. We were going to ask the next day if there was something we could do to clean it, but first thing in the morning we saw it was already being taken care of. We went in later that night and it was heavenly.
Europa Village had a wine tasting that we met some friends at on our second day, and the kids just ran around the vineyards having the time of their lives (upon checking in we were given a voucher for a 2 for 1 wine tasting which was a nice surprise). It was the absolute perfect place for us. Quiet, romantic, genuine, and blissful. Do not hesitate to stay here, you will be SO glad you did! We will be back!

Chef Dean and Nicole are great! This place is like a dream come true. I can only hope to come back over and over again. The breakfast is Amazing! You feel like you are in your house. Must try their Sangria! The view and the entire place are a memory picture. A very unique experience. Thank you so much for making this trip an unforgettable one for me and my husband. Our valentine dinner was the very best! The details of the place are so perfect and everything they do, it is with their hearts. Thank you so much! We will back soon.

Fantastic Bed and Breakfast experience in the Heart of Temecula Wine Country.
Location: 5
Room: 4 (please see the paragraph at the bottom of this review)
Views: 5
Breakfast: 5
Facilites (Spa/​fire pit, lounging area, TV room, kitchen, outdoor dining): 5
Chef Dean and hospitality: 5
What a wonderful place to stay after a day of wine tasting. This bed and breakfast sits atop a hill next to the Europe Village wine tasting room. With only 10 rooms total, the Inn is comfortable and feels a lot like home. Chef Dean runs the Inn and welcomes you like family. He also cooks you a 5 star breakfast in the morning, that is truly amazing.
I HIGHLY recommend staying here sometime. I will be back soon.
Be careful: If you are planning on a night of craziness (you know what I mean honeymooners), be aware that the walls are fairly thin at the Inn. It is quite interesting to hear what OH GOD, OH GOD sounds like in other languages. It also makes for a fun breakfast when trying to figure out which couple uses that same accent.

Just got back from a week long trip in California traveling the PCH! The Inn at Europa Village was definitely my favorite stop! The views were amazing, the staff was great and the atmosphere was cozy. Chef Dean hooked us up with a map and told us exactly where to go in the short time we were there.
BEST part: Breakfast. A two course gourmet breakfast. We were SO happy we got out of bed that morning to enjoy it. Seriously, it might have been the best meal I’ve ever head.
Thank you Chef Dean for being an amazing host!

AMAZING AMAZING! The Chef made a breakfast (2!) which tasted exquisite! The Inn was clean and lovely. We especially appreciated the view, the hot spa and the breakfast (oh, I already mentioned that!)
Celebrating our 17^th wedding anniversary here felt like a visit to France, Spain and Italy! **To top it all off, Dr Doug was an amazing wine educator at the Europa Tastings. Professional and friendly. We wanted to take him home to meet the gang! We learned so much while having a lovely and extremely memorable time.