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Festive Season at The Madrona

Festive Season at The Madrona

Come one, come all to The Madrona’s festive season. The halls of our parlours will be decked and our tables set, setting the mood for decadent and lively feasts this holiday season. We invite you to take advantage of a truly momentous holiday and make a night of it with our exclusive overnight experiences.

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Christmas Eve Feast

Introducing our second annual Christmas Eve feast featuring a rich four-course Beef Wellington supper and hearty sides utilizing the bounty of Winter from across our grounds and gardens. Hannah’s Bar and its adjacent parlors will play host to fireside cocktails before and after.

 

$175+ Per Person

 

Make a Night of It

 

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A New Year’s Eve Affair

This calls for celebration. Our New Year’s Eve experience will feature an extravagant, four-course dinner followed by a lively celebration and midnight toast in the Mansion. Additional culinary surprises and delights can be added to your experience making for a truly decadent affair. And throughout the evening, music and cocktails will fill our halls as we close out the year in true Madrona fashion.

 

$225+ Per Person

 

Make a Night of It

 

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Holiday Soirees at The Madrona

The Madrona is excited to be hosting various events for our guests and the local community. Book your Holiday Party by November 30th and receive a $250 gift card to use at your leisure towards an overnight stay or dining experience. The Madrona is a magical place to host your event and your guests will remember this unique experience.

 

Please reach out to:

 

Arielle Larson, Director of Events

 
arielle@themadronahotel.com
 

707.395.6700 ext 504

 

Thank you and let’s party!

Holiday Event Booking Request

Thanksgiving at The Madrona

Join us on November 23rd

A delectable, convivial feast will overtake the halls of our mansion this Thanksgiving. Featuring a mix of shareable plates and traditional mains make it a holiday to remember.



$165+ Per Person
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Thanksgiving Menu

 
 

To Start (Shared for the table)

Housemade Chips with Dip
Gruyere Gougeres
Petite Radish & Cultured Butter and Salt

 
 

Starters to Share

Garden Salad
Candied pecans, fresh herbs, pomegranates, goat cheese

 

Roasted Vegetable Tarte Flambée
Fromage blanc, caramelized onion, roasted winter vegetables

 
 

Entrée – Select Between

Truffle Risotto
Kabocha squash, fresh white truffles

 

OR

Turkey
Sage roasted turkey, stuffing, potatoes, glazed carrots, gravy

 
 

Dessert

Pumpkin Bread Pudding
Bourbon crème anglaise

 

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Art at The Madrona

DESIGN • AUGUST

The Madrona is honored to house a unique and dynamic art collection curated by Dolby Chadwick Gallery. Multiple pieces throughout the hotel are available
for purchase directly through the gallery.

Art for Art’s Sake

Thanksgiving at The Madrona

Join us on November 23rd

A delectable, convivial feast will overtake the halls of our mansion this Thanksgiving. Featuring a mix of shareable plates and traditional mains make it a holiday to remember.



$165+ Per Person
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December 3rd Dinner Menu

 

Toasted Barley, arugula, pickled onion, pomegranate, chèvre

 

 

Bread and Butter, chicken schmaltz, flaky salt

 

 

Brick Chicken, balsamic, mushrooms, estate peppers

 

 

Estate tomato panzanella

 

Lemon Olive Oil Cake, lemon curd, berries

 

Make A Night of It

Extend the Weekend with 40% Off Sunday Stays.

 

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Art at The Madrona

DESIGN • AUGUST

The Madrona is honored to house a unique and dynamic art collection curated by Dolby Chadwick Gallery. Multiple pieces throughout the hotel are available
for purchase directly through the gallery.

Art for Art’s Sake

Thanksgiving at The Madrona

Join us on November 23rd

A delectable, convivial feast will overtake the halls of our mansion this Thanksgiving. Featuring a mix of shareable plates and traditional mains make it a holiday to remember.



$165+ Per Person
View Menu Below

Reserve

Continue Reading…

Art at The Madrona

DESIGN • AUGUST

The Madrona is honored to house a unique and dynamic art collection curated by Dolby Chadwick Gallery. Multiple pieces throughout the hotel are available
for purchase directly through the gallery.

Art for Art’s Sake

Thanksgiving at The Madrona

Join us on November 23rd

A delectable, convivial feast will overtake the halls of our mansion this Thanksgiving. Featuring a mix of shareable plates and traditional mains make it a holiday to remember.



$165+ Per Person
View Menu Below

Reserve

How would you describe your approach to regenerative farming?

AC : I would describe the foundational part of the philosophy as “giving back more than you take”. We try to do that in every way possible such as planting native plants and flower hedgerows, minimum-no till bed preparation, cover crops, etc.

 

Ultimately we use a holistic blend of tools, techniques, practices and philosophies to help our specific system. The health of land across the world has been depleted significantly. Oftentimes, it needs to be regenerated back to a healthy, balanced state.The goal after that is to continue sustaining that equilibrium and having as many closed loop systems as possible.

What makes The Madrona’s gardens and grounds so special?

AC : It already has a very mature surrounding landscape. This provides a more balanced ecosystem, shade and beauty to the garden. It also provides a unique microclimate.

 

Typically it gets very hot in Healdsburg. However this location allows for proper cooling moments in the morning and throughout the day. We have established a robust, healthy food system with our cultivated gardens intertwined with the landscape. 

 

How do you plan for a full year’s worth of plantings?

AC : Hyper communication with Chef Jesse and Hipo (lead farmer) to figure out what crops are desired, what is working best in the field, etc. We practice diligent crop rotation practices.

 

This is important to ensure we don’t continuously plant the same family of crops into the same beds over and over (this promotes disease and pest build up). Also the understanding of every crop such as its growing habits, day to maturity (for fruiting), weather preference, soil preference, nutrition preference, etc.

From garden to table

Harvest at The Madrona gardens

What have been some of the best pieces of produce to come out of the garden this year?

AC : Carrots during the cool seasons and Tomatoes during Summer. The carrots tasted super sweet and tender while producing well into late Summer!

 

We had an amazing variety of tomatoes this year like heirlooms, cherries and San Marzano for sauce! I love the diversity and of course, they tasted amazing.

Are there any practices that The Madrona utilizes that could apply to a home garden?

AC : Absolutely! The timing of planting a specific crop is very important. Some crops prefer cooler weather whereas others prefer warmer weather.

 

Some crops even love to be overwintered and taste the best during the coldest part of the season. The Madrona Gardens is always the leading example in the correct timing of plants (given our location).

Continue Reading…

Art at The Madrona

DESIGN • AUGUST

The Madrona is honored to house a unique and dynamic art collection curated by Dolby Chadwick Gallery. Multiple pieces throughout the hotel are available
for purchase directly through the gallery.

Art for Art’s Sake

Thanksgiving at The Madrona

Join us on November 23rd

A delectable, convivial feast will overtake the halls of our mansion this Thanksgiving. Featuring a mix of shareable plates and traditional mains make it a holiday to remember.



$165+ Per Person
View Menu Below

Reserve

Continue Reading…

Art at The Madrona

DESIGN • AUGUST

The Madrona is honored to house a unique and dynamic art collection curated by Dolby Chadwick Gallery. Multiple pieces throughout the hotel are available
for purchase directly through the gallery.

Art for Art’s Sake

Thanksgiving at The Madrona

Join us on November 23rd

A delectable, convivial feast will overtake the halls of our mansion this Thanksgiving. Featuring a mix of shareable plates and traditional mains make it a holiday to remember.



$165+ Per Person
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Dinner

petite lettuce and herb salad
sunflower seeds, sherry vinegar salad

 

 

Madrona Fried Chicken
vegetable slaw, sweet and spicy ginger sauce

 

 

ice cream sundae
seasonal fruit compote

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Art at The Madrona

DESIGN • AUGUST

The Madrona is honored to house a unique and dynamic art collection curated by Dolby Chadwick Gallery. Multiple pieces throughout the hotel are available
for purchase directly through the gallery.

Art for Art’s Sake

Thanksgiving at The Madrona

Join us on November 23rd

A delectable, convivial feast will overtake the halls of our mansion this Thanksgiving. Featuring a mix of shareable plates and traditional mains make it a holiday to remember.



$165+ Per Person
View Menu Below

Reserve

How would you describe your approach to regenerative farming?

AC : I would describe the foundational part of the philosophy as “giving back more than you take”. We try to do that in every way possible such as planting native plants and flower hedgerows, minimum-no till bed preparation, cover crops, etc.

 

Ultimately we use a holistic blend of tools, techniques, practices and philosophies to help our specific system. The health of land across the world has been depleted significantly. Oftentimes, it needs to be regenerated back to a healthy, balanced state.The goal after that is to continue sustaining that equilibrium and having as many closed loop systems as possible.

What makes The Madrona’s gardens and grounds so special?

AC : It already has a very mature surrounding landscape. This provides a more balanced ecosystem, shade and beauty to the garden. It also provides a unique microclimate.

 

Typically it gets very hot in Healdsburg. However this location allows for proper cooling moments in the morning and throughout the day. We have established a robust, healthy food system with our cultivated gardens intertwined with the landscape. 

 

How do you plan for a full year’s worth of plantings?

AC : Hyper communication with Chef Jesse and Hipo (lead farmer) to figure out what crops are desired, what is working best in the field, etc. We practice diligent crop rotation practices.

 

This is important to ensure we don’t continuously plant the same family of crops into the same beds over and over (this promotes disease and pest build up). Also the understanding of every crop such as its growing habits, day to maturity (for fruiting), weather preference, soil preference, nutrition preference, etc.

From garden to table

Harvest at The Madrona gardens

What have been some of the best pieces of produce to come out of the garden this year?

AC : Carrots during the cool seasons and Tomatoes during Summer. The carrots tasted super sweet and tender while producing well into late Summer!

 

We had an amazing variety of tomatoes this year like heirlooms, cherries and San Marzano for sauce! I love the diversity and of course, they tasted amazing.

Are there any practices that The Madrona utilizes that could apply to a home garden?

AC : Absolutely! The timing of planting a specific crop is very important. Some crops prefer cooler weather whereas others prefer warmer weather.

 

Some crops even love to be overwintered and taste the best during the coldest part of the season. The Madrona Gardens is always the leading example in the correct timing of plants (given our location).

“Wow factors but with a balance of quiet serenity because people need a sense of calm right now.”

– Jay JEffers

Vision behind The Madrona

SEATING SURROUNDING POOL

Exterior

The Grounds

Mansion Guest Room

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Art at The Madrona

DESIGN • AUGUST

The Madrona is honored to house a unique and dynamic art collection curated by Dolby Chadwick Gallery. Multiple pieces throughout the hotel are available
for purchase directly through the gallery.

Art for Art’s Sake

Thanksgiving at The Madrona

Join us on November 23rd

A delectable, convivial feast will overtake the halls of our mansion this Thanksgiving. Featuring a mix of shareable plates and traditional mains make it a holiday to remember.



$165+ Per Person
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Reserve

“My goal has always been to show art that causes a visceral reaction and opens a doorway into something else. When art does that, it elevates not just a room but the lives of the people who get to experience it.”

– -Lisa Dolby Chadwick

Dolby Chadwick Gallery

The Collection

The Collection

For twenty three years, Jay Jeffers and Lisa Dolby Chadwick have had a fun and fruitful collaboration finding art for Jay’s exquisitely designed homes. “Jay has been incredibly supportive of our artists over the years — so when he decided to renovate the hotel it was an easy decision,” says Gallery founder Lisa Dolby Chadwick. The resulting collection at the Madrona showcases a wide range of the Gallery’s accomplished artists, including works created specifically for this beautiful site.

 

Located in the heart of San Francisco, Dolby Chadwick Gallery was founded with the vision of creating a community of artists and art lovers, to celebrate the free exchange of ideas, and to advance artistic excellence. Since its inception in 1997, the gallery has built an international roster of artists who create exceptional work that is articulate, visceral, and provocative.

See The Current Collection

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Art at The Madrona

DESIGN • AUGUST

The Madrona is honored to house a unique and dynamic art collection curated by Dolby Chadwick Gallery. Multiple pieces throughout the hotel are available
for purchase directly through the gallery.

Art for Art’s Sake