Inn St. Helena offers a charming escape in downtown St. Helena, surrounded by scenic hills and vineyards. Guests enjoy the lush garden, unwind on a cozy balcony with a porch swing and chairs, and relax in the spa tub. In-room WiFi ensures connectivity.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Spa pool
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
The current price is AU$2,214
AU$2,214
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Ambrose Bierce House
Welcome to Inn St. Helena, a #1 Bed and Breakfast in the town of Saint Helena! We invite you to experience the warm hospitality of our historic inn nestled in the perfect Napa Valley location.
This listing is for the entire 5 bedroom main home, called Ambrose Bierce House, with full service provided: a 3-course breakfast and daily maid service.
We are licensed to rent out for short term rentals. Some of the listings on here may not be allowed to do so and could put your trip in jeopardy if the county cracks down.
You will have access to the entire inn except the kitchen and office area which is separated from the rest of the home.
If you need an additional room, there is a private studio apartment with 2 beds and 1 bath above the garage available for an additional cost. This loft has two queen beds, well-equipped kitchen, dining, and sitting area. Did I mention that the private bathroom comes with a steam bath! That studio listing is vrbo.com/
For an even bigger group, you can consider booking our 3 Bed, 3 Bath Cottage House located right next door. That listing is vrbo.com/488705.
With the entire inn (Main House, Studio, and Cottage House), you will get 8 guest rooms, with one of them being a 2-bedroom suite. In total, we can accommodate 20 people (2 people per bed) in actual beds and perhaps 2 more on a sofa bed. Guest do not have access to the kitchen in the Main House, but will have use of a kitchen if you added either Cottage House or Loft Studio.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Dining
Free breakfast available
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Things to do
Cycling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
606627
About the area
St. Helena is home to this holiday home. Castello di Amorosa and Calistoga Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Folie a Deux and Calistoga Spit N' Cycle are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our St. Helena travel guide
How much does it cost to stay at Ambrose Bierce House?
As of 30 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ambrose Bierce House on 12 May 2026 start from AU$2,214, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Ambrose Bierce House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ambrose Bierce House?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ambrose Bierce House?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ambrose Bierce House located?
Situated in St. Helena, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Merryvale Vineyards, Beringer Vineyards and Culinary Institute of America. Napa Valley Olive Oil Co and Salvestrin Winery are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Ambrose Bierce House Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Our stay was exquisite! The Host, Patrice, was wonderfully kind and hospitable, and made the absolute best breakfasts!!! Her meals were sensational and the location was perfect. We will never ever ever stay anywhere but here. Everything was far beyond our expectations - the historic house, each room with its own bathroom, the breakfasts, communication, cleanliness.. it was all superb! We miss Patrice already!
Morgan G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
kristin i.
1 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
New years 2023
Cottage is Great Location to restaurants & wineries ! Loved walking down Main St
St Helena! Would definitely return!
The cottage at Inn St. Helena was perfect for three couples. Each of the three rooms offered en-suite bathrooms. We cooked, laughed and enjoyed the patio. The innkeeper, Petrice, was so thoughtful and made certain that our stay was perfect. The location is an ideal home base for visiting Napa Valley wineries and is within walking distances of downtown St. Helena. We all highly recommend this property
This is a great little cottage for 3 couples visiting wine country. All three bedrooms, each with its own full bath, are nicely appointed and furnished, well stocked, with comfortable beds. The kitchen is small, but has everything you need to prepare any meal. It even is stocked with St. Helena s own coffee, which is very good. Walk a block down Main St. to Model Bakery, or to shop in the many upscale shops available. Sit out on the front porch and enjoy that bottle of wine you just discovered. Patrice, the innkeeper, is such a delight. We would definitely return.
The cottage at Inn St Helena is lovely place to stay. The cottage is very roomy with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. It was spotless when we arrived, and the beds were very comfortable. It has a very cozy, quaint vibe, and the location is a short distance from downtown. There is a parking lot and ample on street parking.. I highly recommend it!
Super large and spacious. Separate sitting throughout. Kitchen was well equipped and we had everything possible to cook multiple meals. All the bedrooms had big beds and they were soft and high quality. Communication was superb and we got all we asked for and more. Well done!
We stayed at this charming home to celebrate my husbands 60th birthday. Everything was perfect! A great home with everything we needed for a fabulous weekend. Julian, the manager was awesome! Providing us with a great caterer and fun places to visit. We would definitely recommend this home for your next visit to beautiful wine country,
Great location! The house was in excellent condition with both nice indoor and outdoor space. We will be back! Petrice was very helpful and good to work with.
We enjoyed this lovely home for our stay in Napa. It was really nice to walk to restaurants for dinner every evening.
Stacey P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie W.
24 Mar 2019
Great location and thoughtful amenities
The cottage was well appointed with comfy bedding and large bathrooms, and just about anything else you could need for your home away from home. The location can’t be beat with walking distance to St Helena shops and wonderful restaurants. And the off-street parking was a real boost. We’ll be back.
Julie W.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicci J.
1 Jan 2019
Perfect location!
We had such a lovely time and The Inn House was perfect for our group of six. After tasting fantastic wines we were able to relax in the house and make a meal to go along with our new finds. The location was perfect for a stroll into town and pop into some of the cute stores. Cheers!
Nicci J.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sergio O.
27 Aug 2018
Fantastic property located on Main Street, St. Helena
Wonderful property to stay in downtown St, Helena. The rooms are well-appointed and very comfortable. The location is so convenient to the shops and restaurants - all within walking distance. Looking forward to staying here again for our future visits to the wine country.
Sergio O.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Angelina O.
27 July 2018
You will love this house!
We loved our stay in St. Helena! The house is in walking distance to many awesome restaurants and stores. The innkeeper is amazing! She is so friendly and welcoming. The house was perfect for our family. All 3 bedrooms have a full bathroom attached. The full kitchen is great and we spent some time sitting around the kitchen table. We ate our breakfast one morning in the outdoor area on a beautiful sunny day! The only downside is that the living room area is small. We would definitely rent this house again if we go to St. Helena with our family!
Angelina O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paula R.
3 Mar 2018
Awesome stay!
Perfect location, beautifully appointed home! We loved the house! It was a perfect stay, although a little pricey. Madeline was an amazing host. Thank you!!
Paula R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
brian d.
5 Feb 2018
Amazing location with a great patio to hang/grill out and their Mgt on site is very attentive
Can't wait to stay again this Fall!!
brian d.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah N.
30 Jan 2018
Great location, great house!
Loved everything about our stay. A beautiful home in a perfect location and the team was very hospitable. Definitely will be back!