TRAVEL TO | North Bay, California

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Meet Alexa Glockner from Hedge Realty!
Both Tim Little and I founded Hedge Realty in 2021. We created Hedge Realty to meet a need in the North Bay for a hyperlocal agency with the ambition, vision and marketing sophistication to truly distinguish client properties in a perpetually competitive market. We have a passion for harnessing a spectrum of our resources to meet each individual client’s needs.

How Long Have You Lived in North Bay?
I have lived in the north bay for 22 years. I moved here from the east coast to start a family with my husband James. Tim was born and raised here in Sonoma County with deep roots in both Marin and Sonoma Counties.

What Do You Love Most About Living in the North Bay?
I love the food, arts and lifestyle culture that is here. It is very beautiful and offers many different types of entertainment and opportunities.

NIck’s Cove

Favorite Weekend Activity
Shopping all the small towns and enjoying the amazing food. I also love day trips to the coast with a stop at Nick’s Cove in Tomales Bay.

Solage in Calistoga

A few Of Your Favorite Things
I love the town of Calistoga. It has everything: great food, wine and resort style living. One of my favorite resorts is Solage in Calistoga. It has the most relaxing day spa, stunning pool area with great food. I also love an afternoon at Scribe Winery, delicious wine and lunch with a view.

Top 5 Tips For Those Traveling To The North Bay

1. Make sure to visit the coast line, not just wine country.

2. The arts and music scene is spectacular. Whether seeing a concert at Green Music Center at Sonoma State, the Mystic Theatre in Petaluma, Little Saint in Healdsburg or a concert at the wineries or breweries- you will find your genre of music and exceptional talent.

3. The culinary scene throughout Sonoma County is incredible. Some of the newest spots we are excited about are Table Culture Provisions in Petaluma, Valley Swim Club in Sonoma, & Molti Amici in Healdsburg. 

4. Every corner of the North Bay is riddled with ways to get grounded in nature. Hot Springs in Geyserville, Lake Sonoma for boating, camping in the Russian River, mountain biking & hiking at Helen Putnam, and enjoying the salt spray of Dillon Beach or any smaller beach in Bodega Bay. 

5. Endless wineries, breweries and distilleries can be found through out Sonoma County. Some of our favorites are Scribe Winery, Hanson of Sonoma Distillery, & Hen House Brewing Company

Advice For Someone Relocating To The North Bay
Explore all the different towns. Each one has so much to offer and they all differ from one another.

What Is Most Appealing To Tourists and Locals
I think the different towns are the most appealing to tourists and locals. Whether it’s a drive to the coast, apple picking in Sebastopol or wine tasting, each town has its own soul and adventures.

Tell Us A Local Secret!
The area that our office is located in Petaluma, Foundry Wharf Area, has a ton of new artisans at the collective called The Water Shed.  Stellino Pronto in Petaluma is the best spot for a cappuccino and pastry.  I also love a stop at the Dry Creek Market for their Turney Cranberry or their Curry Chicken Salad.  

Featured Properties 

4030 Old Barn Road, Healdsburg, CA | 10.44 + Acres | $9,500,000 | Property Video

In the heart of Healdsburg amidst the Russian River, overlooking Mt. St. Helena and the innumerable, tidy rows of vineyards that designate Alexander Valley, is this storybook property. From the moment of arrival, visitors are greeted with lush greenery, zen grounds and meandering garden pathways. The primary home is the embodiment of a work of art – a true symbiotic relationship between modern design aesthetic and classic European architecture. The twenty five yard lap pool and spa, expansive patio, bocce ball court and various private seating nooks allow for plenty of fun and relaxation in the warm sunshine, amongst the majestic heritage oaks and harmonious environment this flawlessly designed property provides. 

Quailbrook Farm, Penngrove, CA | 160 Acres | $6,950,000 | Property Video

Quailbrook Farm’s 160 acres are nestled on a gentle western slope of Sonoma Mountain – steeped in fog-soaked mountain dawns, stunning sunsets and 270-degree views of Sonoma, Nap and Marin counties. A true oasis of hope and beauty, the farm has been lovingly managed for more than a decade with an eye towards a sustainable future.

Black Sheep Cabin, Monte Rio, CA | Secluded Oasis | Property Video

A luxe cabin nestled in a secluded oasis amongst towering redwood trees on the Russian River. This designer home has been meticulously crafted with only the finest materials, every detail expertly executed to create a serene retreat that beautifully mirrors the majestic natural surroundings. The house is filled with floor to ceiling glass framing mature redwoods from every window and skylight like a painting. Vaulted ceilings and an open floor plan add grandeur to this cozy space perfect for year-round enjoyment of all that West Sonoma County has to offer.