There is a very neat place in Yountville to stay at called Maison Fluery.
Its part of the foursisters chain of inns.

Its not going to be a fancy place but it is litterally behind Bouchon which
I find is average compared to Bistro Jeanty. But walking distance
everywhere.

They have a small pool, outdoor hot tub for about 10-20 people, great
breakfasts, bikes to ride anytime, and the best of locations. Plus from
their roof top deck you see vineyards everywhere. Rooms are a bit on the
quaint to slightly worn style but its very cozy. No TV's in most rooms.
But if you need TV in napa there is something wrong. They do have wi-fi so
that was good.

Here is a link:

http://www.maisonfleurienapa.com/

I felt like I was in France. GREAT PLACE.

"Lawrence Leichtman" > wrote in message
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> In article . net>,
> "Richard Neidich" > wrote:
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>> Brix used to be great!!! I had a very good meal at REDD and it was
>> expensive.
>>
>> The best meal I have ever had was Chez Panisse in Berkely.
>> Outstanding...not pretensious.
>>
>> I have tried for 5 year to get into the French Laundry with no success so
>> I
>> really don't know what I am missing. But when I walk by their
>> building...it
>> looks great. The ambiance can be a very important part of a meal. REDD
>> was
>> very sterile.
>>
>> What I love is Bistro Jeanty. Country french food. That is really my
>> absolute favortite place in Napa. My other favorite place was the Pinot
>> Blanc...but apparantly others did not like as it closed since last year.
>> Honestly...it was not that good last year either.
>>
>> Dick
>
> I really like Bistro Jeanty as well and I have never had a bad meal at
> Mustards or Domaine Chandon. Redd was sterile looking and that was some
> influence. Just wasn't impressed for the price. I have been trying for
> about 5 years as well and have never gotten into French Laundry either.
> I have a narrow window in time I can go and I can never get a
> reservation when I try for the times I want.