The Stanly Ranch Residences x MOTHER Retreat
Written by Katie Hintz-Zambrano
Photography by Senay Inanici
To celebrate Mother’s Day in the dreamiest way, we partnered with Stanly Ranch Residences for the most unforgettable retreat. Over 20 lucky mamas traveled out to Stanly Ranch—an Auberge Resort and an unparalleled destination in Napa Valley just 45 minutes from San Francisco and sitting on more than 700 acres of rolling vineyards, with stunning views of the Mayacamas Mountains.
Stanly Ranch is more than a resort. It’s a community offering a rare opportunity for ownership, with beautiful Vineyard Homes and Villas that maintain the design excellence and luxury services expected from the Auberge brand.
With an awe-inspiring Napa backdrop, we curated a day-long experience for our guests, which included a soundbath and meditation, bike rides through the vast property, floral arranging, journaling, a live conversation on motherhood + entrepreneurship, cocktails, caviar, massages, shopping, delicious meals, and much more!
Much of our gathering was at one of the Stanly Ranch Residences gorgeous Vineyard Homes—which seamlessly connect residents to Napa’s nature with expansive indoor-outdoor living areas. The 5,900 to 7,700 square-foot residences feature natural materials inspired by the surrounding landscape—all designed for year-round, multi-generational enjoyment.
Meanwhile, the Stanly Ranch resort is an extension of each residence, offering the ultimate five-star experience alongside modern ranch living. Owners have full access to Halehouse, an unmatched wellness-forward spa; and they enjoy dining with seasonal menus and fresh produce from the onsite farm, including world-class cuisine at Bear restaurant.
It was such a treat to indulge in the Stanly Ranch Residences experience alongside other inspiring mothers.
For any questions or inquires into the Stanly Ranch Residences, please contact Rene Richardson of Sothebys International Realty at [email protected]
Many thanks to our event partners: Bluejay, Hanson of Sonoma, The Caviar Co., Natalie B. Designs, Tessa Mini, MILKish, Saks, and Danielle Snyder. And to our gifting partners: Minnow, Earth Tu Face, Sweet Deliverance, Patagonia Provisions, Clif Family, Wine Chips, TiDBiTS, Cheerie Lane, Once Upon A Farm, MILKish, Salio, Ebb & Flow, ACTIVIST, Sweet July Skin, Jessica Zucker, Good Weather Skin, Sugar Paper x Breathing Room, and Memento Paper Co.
Re-live our experience with Stanly Ranch Residences in the 100+ pics below.
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A look at the gorgeous property where the Stanly Ranch Residences and Resort are located—at the heart of Napa and Sonoma wine counties, in the Los Carneros region of Napa Valley, and within 10 minutes of downtown Napa.
The limited collection of whole ownership residences at Stanly Ranch, co-developed by Nichols Partnership and Selby Development Group, include fully furnished two-bedroom Villas and expansive three to six-bedroom Vineyard Homes, allowing residents to savor the bounty of Napa Valley in a new and contemporary way.
For any questions or inquires into the Stanly Ranch Residences, please contact Rene Richardson of Sothebys International Realty at [email protected]
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- We kicked off our retreat at the Olive Grove at the Stanly Ranch Residences with a coffee bar by MILKish—the first-ever watermelon seed milk.
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- MILKish founder, Guilherme Maia Silva, at your service.
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- Guests Meredith Peck and Alicia Lund enjoying their relaxing Mother's Day celebration.
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- Good Weather Skin founder Franchesca Hashim getting her morning sips in.
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- Guests fueling up for the big day ahead.
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- Fellow food entrepreneur Kate Greer, of Cheerie Lane, talking shop.
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- Sophia Waldman getting retreat-ready.
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- All smiles as we kick-off our morning.
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- Selfie time for Kate Greer and Danielle Snyder of Dannijo—our featured speaker.
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- Ariana Lauren cozy in her athleisure before our meditation and sound healing session.
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- Energy healer and founder of Bare Health, Tessa Mini, directed us in a soothing session to set the tone for the day.
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- Just what we all needed.
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- Each guest left rejuvenated and with an animal card to meditate on.
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- Holly Blakey of Breathing Room taking one of our Bluejay e-bikes out for a spin.
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- Bluejay lover Angela Tafoya couldn't resist a chance to take in the stunning Stanly Ranch Residences property on two wheels.
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- Natalie Brookshire of Natalie B. Designs directed everyone in a bud vase arrangement exercise.
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- The perfect outfit for the occasion.
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- Meanwhile, each guest selected a beautiful shell balm by Earth Tu Face.
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- A peek inside—guests had a choice between Passion Fruit & Yuzu and Lavender & Mint botanical blends.
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- A peek at Earth Tu Face's other offerings.
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- Anna Brown and Natasha Spirina with their chosen shells.
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- Claudia Mata and Lindsey Abramo trying their hand at arranging.
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- Just one of many beautiful creations.
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- Holly Blakey proudly showing her piece.
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- Letting the creativity flow.
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- Natalie Brookshire of Natalie B. Designs, a.k.a. The Arranger.
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- Susan Work with her floral delight.
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- Ready for lunch and flowers!
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- Anna Brown and Rene Richardson—pretty in pink.
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- Lunch is served, thanks to the Stanly Ranch Resort.
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- A peaceful scene in the shade at the Stanly Ranch Residences' Olive Grove.
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- Sherri McMullen and Franchesca Hashim, catching up and having a blast.
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- Natalie Brookshire and Alicia Lund, happy to be out on a gorgeous day, together.
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- Meredith Peck and Lauren Podoll taking an after-lunch pedal around the Stanly Ranch Residences.
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- Off she goes on her Bluejay bike.
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- With some Good Weather Skin in her basket.
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- Anh Sundstrom and Holly Blakey heading over to one of the gorgeous Stanly Ranch Residences Vineyard Homes for our afternoon activities.
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- Nusheen Baig McGettigan showing a guest around the Vineyard Home.
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The Stanly Ranch Residences Vineyard Homes have stunning views in every direction you look.
Each home celebrates, creates, and honors a sense of place, capturing moments and memories in residents’ lives, all with spectacular views of the surrounding vineyards.
For any questions or inquires into the Stanly Ranch Residences, please contact Rene Richardson of Sothebys International Realty at [email protected]
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High ceilings and gorgeous views, all around.
The 5,900 to 7,700 square-foot residences offer plenty of light throughout, are modern in design, and feature natural materials inspired by the surrounding landscape—all designed for year-round, multi-generational enjoyment.
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- Each Vineyard Home comes complete with a modern high-end kitchen with luxury appliances and an open dining floorplan, perfect for party preparation and entertaining.
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- A dream kitchen for day-to-day living and entertaining.
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- The outdoor living experience at the Vineyard Homes includes a private pool, loggias, calming water features, landscaped courtyards, an outdoor fireplace, and generous lounge spaces and dining areas for al fresco entertaining.
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- Nusheen Baig McGettigan sitting pretty.
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- The perfect private pool for impromptu dips—the Vineyard Homes celebrate, create, and honor a sense of place, capturing moments and memories in residents’ lives, all with spectacular views of the surrounding vineyards.
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- An outdoor dining space for al fresco meals.
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- Inside: a covetable bath scene.
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- Yes, please!
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- The Vineyard Home made a gorgeous backdrop for our live Q&A.
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- A cozy, relaxed scene for listeners.
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- Danielle Snyder of Dannijo and MOTHER founder and editor Katie Hintz-Zambrano discussed motherhood, entrepreneurship, cross-country moves, late-term pregnancy loss, and so many other topics—some heavy, some lighthearted.
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- Many laughs were shared.
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- Ariana Casillas, Rene Richardson, and Anna Brown are all smiles.
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- Danielle Snyder was so fun—and funny!—to interview.
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- Our lovely guests Ariana Douglas, Sophia Waldman, and Holly Blakey chuckling along.
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- Meredith Peck grabbing a front row seat on the plush RH couch.
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- The Hanson of Sonoma crew waiting patiently to serve their delicious cocktails.
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- After our live discussion, guests grabbed a journal by Sugar Paper and Breathing Room for some mindful moments.
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- They also received conversation prompts inspired by our live discussion and the Breathing Room x Sugar Paper Mindful Journal, created by our guest Holly Blakey.
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- Happy Hour time! Thanks to Hanson of Sonoma for creating delicious cocktails—and mocktails—for all to enjoy.
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- Each guest had two delectable options: the Ladies in Lavender cocktail featuring Hanson of Sonoma Meyer Lemon Vodka, infused with calming lavender and vibrant butterfly pea flower—and the Basil Peach Blossom Mocktail, featuring lush white peach puree and local honey.
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- The cocktail scene at the Vineyard Home.
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- Meanwhile, The Caviar Co. brought their charming caviar trike to serve our guests.
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- The Caviar Co.'s delicate creations.
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- Guests could also shop the Saks Pop-Up at the Stanly Ranch Residences.
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- ...while eating The Caviar Co. caviar!
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- What a perfect afternoon.
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- Marie Elaine Stewart and Ariana Casillas embracing the wine country chic vibes.
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- Meredith Peck living the Stanly Ranch Residences life.
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- The Ladies in Lavender cocktail by Hanson of Sonoma gets its stunning purple hue from the butterfly pea flower.
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- When work doesn't stop for wine country, you find a cozy spot in the shade and pop open your laptop.
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- This particular Vineyard Home features retractable glass doors that allow for an easy indoor-outdoor flow.
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- The Basil Peach Blossom mocktail by Hanson of Sonoma has summer written all over it.
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- Saying goodbye to some of our early departures.
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- But not without gift bags! (Yes, plural!)
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- Thank you to Minnow for these chic canvas beach totes that fit all of our gift bag goodies.
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- A peek inside of our Minnow bags: Snacks by Sweet Deliverance, Patagonia Provisions, Wine Chips, TiDBiTS, Cheerie Lane, Once Upon A Farm, and MILKish, socks by Salio, incense by Ebb & Flow, immunity drops by ACTIVIST, skincare by Sweet July Skin, Normalize It by Jessica Zucker, SPF by Good Weather Skin, a gift card by Bluejay, journal by Sugar Paper x Breathing Room, and a video gift tag by Memento Paper Co.
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- Our second bag was by Stanly Ranch Residences.
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- Tucked inside was a very special trio of gifts by Clif Family, including a brand-new Rosé of Cabernet Franc in a bottle illustrated by Reyna Noriega, Rosé Wine Jelly, and Organic Hot Honey Cashews and Peanuts.
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- Eunice Ross, getting some relaxation in.
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- Last—but not least—was a dinner at Bear at Stanly Ranch.
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- Florist Natalie Brookshire sprucing up the table.
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- The sweetest.
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- Golden hour at Bear.
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- Anh Sundstrom soaking it all in after a full day.
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- We used our bud vase arrangements from earlier in the day to grace the tables.
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- A lush scene.
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- Isabel Freeman basking in the sun.
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- First course: Farm vegetables with preserved, cashew-miso butter and crispy rice.
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- A beautiful way to end the day.
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- We love seeing old friendships strengthened and new friendships formed.
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- Cheers to a wonderful Mother's Day getaway.
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- Ariana Casillas enjoying the evening.
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- Nusheen Baig McGettigan and Margaret Kobler toasting with Bear's fine selection of wines.
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- A blissful end to a wondeful day.
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- Our second course at Bear: pasta soprisine with creme fraiche and pea leaves, a pasture-raised chicken with fermented kohlrabi and hibiscus harissa, and Mt. Lassen rainbow trout.
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- Taking in remarks given by Sotheby's Rene Richardson.
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- Golden hour fun.
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- Lauren Hurst embracing some end-of-day relaxation.
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- Anna Chiu-Chiles catching up with tablemates.
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- Sherri McMullen went home with a prize: Natalie B. Designs' gorgeous vase.
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- A sunkissed Ariana Lauren.
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- For dessert: a strawberry olive oil cake with jasmine and roasted berries and a chocolate hazelnut sable with banana and marshmallow sauce.
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Thank you, Stanly Ranch Residences and Bear for an unforgettable Mother's Day retreat!
For any questions or inquires into the Stanly Ranch Residences, please contact Rene Richardson of Sothebys International Realty at [email protected]
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