Nestled along the coastline of Sonoma County, Timber Cove offers a serene escape. This iconic lodge, perched on a dramatic cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, offering breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere. Follow along as I recount My Wonderful Timber Cove Stay along with an amazing dinner with guest Chef Dustin Valette who was doing a pop up the weekend I visited.

Want to learn more about Chef Dustin Valette? Check out his restaurants, The Matheson Healdsburg and Valette Healdsburg Restaurant.

Timber Cove Resort

Guests can enjoy cozy, rustic-chic accommodations that blend mid-century modern design with natural elements, creating a unique and inviting retreat. Timber Cove has stunning scenery, exceptional dining experiences featuring local cuisine, and an array of outdoor activities such as hiking, relaxing by the stunning coast along a fire pit, games and more. Timber Cove Resort promises a memorable stay that captures the essence of California’s coastal beauty.

And of course gearing up for the reason of this visit… Valette Week at Timber Cove! We were so excited to be here for this event and try all of Chef Dustin’s incredible food.

Charming Rooms

The rooms offer a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern luxury, providing a cozy retreat on the stunning Sonoma Coast. Each room is designed with mid-century modern decor and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame breathtaking ocean or forest views.

Whether you’re enjoying a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine in the afternoon, the views from the rooms at this resort are breathtaking…

Things To Do at the Timber Cove Resort

Whether you’re an avid hiker eager to explore the California coast or wanting to check out the gorgeous views by a fire, this resort caters to all your desires. This exceptional hotel offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and indoor relaxation, including invigorating hikes, stunning scenic views, and well-equipped fitness facilities. Whatever your preference, Timber Cove ensures a memorable and rejuvenating stay.

All smiles with gorgeous views like these!

The fire pit with ocean views was probably my favorite spot to relax at this hotel. I can’t think of a more beautiful setting and a fun way to meet other guests at this wonderful hotel.

During my stay I was training for Chef’s Cycle benefitting No Kid Hungry (where I was one of 100 riders that rode up to 100 miles a day in Sonoma Country). Training on a Peloton during this visit was heavenly, it’s great when a hotel has a nice gym guests can enjoy.

Dining at Timber Cove

Dining at the resort is a wonderful homage to the Sonoma Coast. The Coast Kitchen offers dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients. We were able to have fresh seafood, artisanal cheeses, and organic produce while enjoying the ocean views. We also ate at the bar one night in the main lodge which was amazing.

Whether you’re having breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks, this resort has a variety of great options to try! With our reservation we enjoyed complimentary breakfast which was delicious. Hard to beat this spread and the gorgeous Sonoma Coast views.

Dinner with Chef Dustin Valette

One of the reasons fo rmy visit in addition to visiting Timber Cove which had been on my bucket list for years, was also to support my pal Chef Dustin Valette during this culinary experience (He was a visiting chef doing a 5 day visit / takeover).  The menu (shown below) reflected his personal dedication to innovation and culinary excellence. This special event was an unforgettable experience that truly celebrated the vibrant flavors of Sonoma pairing Dustin’s great culinary talents with Valette Wines (where I am a Wine Club Member).  Learn more about Valette Wines here.

Want to keep a collection of Valette Wines? Check out my blog on The Best Wine Clubs to Join to see more about Valette Wine Club.

Chef Dustin Valette doing what he does best, being an amazing host sharing his Valette Wines Chardonnay with us.

The Steak guests enjoyed during the Valette Dinner at Timber Cove was heavenly. It paired perfectly with the two stellar Valette Wines Pinot Noir Wines.