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The Estate Yountville Debuts Hotel Villagio, Napa Valley’s Newest Luxury Hotel

Hotel Villagio (formerly Villagio Inn & Spa), today unveiled the second and final hotel to undergo its major transformation and multimillion-dollar renovation which completes the rebranding of The Estate Yountville. This new property is a bold reimagining of luxury in Yountville and offers an entirely unique experience than that of its serene sister property, Vintage House. This reimagined Napa Valley favorite now provides guests with the rare opportunity to choose from two distinct accommodations that co-exist at The Estate Yountville. Hotel Villagio is spiced with a vibrant social undercurrent and offers brand new, fully redesigned guestrooms and public spaces perfect for entertaining groups as well as a state-of-the-art spa experience.

The Estate Yountville
Yountville, California, United States
Appointment

Greg Wiener has been appointed as Executive Chef at Vintage House and Hotel Villagio at The Estate Yountville

Chef Greg Wiener brings more than 20 years of diverse culinary experience to his new role as Executive Chef at The Estate Yountville, in Napa Valley, California. Chef Wiener will fulfill his lifelong dream of returning to Napa Valley when he assumes responsibility of overseeing food and beverage operations at The Estate Yountville for the recently-renovated Vintage House, the soon-to-be completed Hotel Villagio, as well as for all events at ‘The Venues at The Estate.’ The Venues make up a total of 55,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor lush event space, including The Pavilion, The Groezinger, The Barrel Room and a new addition arriving in Summer 2018, The Gallery. Events held in each of these distinctive spaces will have outstanding culinary offerings under the leadership of Chef Greg.

Vintage House
Yountville, California, United States
Development Renovation

Vintage House at The Estate Yountville Reimagined

The Estate Yountville, a 22-acre compound located in California"s Napa Valley wine country comprised of two ultra-luxe lifestyle hotels, a celebrated spa, retail and dining complex and experiential event spaces, The Vineyard and The Pavilion, unveiled the design concept for the multi-million dollar transformation of Vintage House and Hotel Villagio. A team of the world"s most sought-after interior designers, architects, landscape designers and talent were assembled by owners Brookfield to bring the new luxury vision to life and further enhance the property"s legacy in the community. Leading hospitality interior design firm, Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), worked in tandem with two of the firm"s subdivisions, Illuminate lighting design and Canvas art consultants, as well as with SB Architects for the exteriors, to spearhead the transformative renovation. Launched to the public on October 4, 2017, Vintage House"s serene interiors exude a sophisticated aesthetic with gray and soft lavender color schemes and subtle nods to the locale"s carefree spirit. The 80 bungalow-style abodes are tucked quietly amidst the lush landscape of The Estate, which is ideally located in the center of Yountville, walking distance from many of the nation"s most acclaimed restaurants and world-renowned wineries.

Vintage House
Yountville, California, United States
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Stephanie Leavitt has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Bardessono Hotel & Spa

Bardessono Hotel & Spa, the luxurious, LEED Platinum Certified wine country retreat in the heart of Yountville, welcomes Stephanie Leavitt as director of sales & marketing. With more than 20 years of specific focus on the luxury lifestyle segment combined with robust Ritz-Carlton experience, Leavitt is positioned to build upon the already exceptional level of management, anticipatory service, guest relations and revenue growth at Bardessono.

Remington
Yountville, California, United States
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Sileshi Mengiste has been named VP Operations at Bardessono Hotel & Spa

Bardessono Hotel & Spa, the luxurious, LEED Platinum Certified wine country retreat in the heart of Yountville, welcomes new Vice President of Operations, Sileshi Mengiste. Appointed to elevate the Bardessono guest experience and lead developments in Napa Valley on behalf of Remington Hotels, Mengiste delivers expert, luxury hospitality leadership. Mengiste most recently served as the divisional vice president of Remington Hotels Luxury Division, where he has unassumingly drove success for the luxury hotel portfolio in New York, Florida, Washington, D.C. and Chicago.

Remington
Yountville, California, United States
Appointment

Jeff Gillis has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Bardessono Hotel & Spa

Bardessono Hotel & Spa, the luxurious, LEED Platinum Certified wine country retreat in the heart of Napa Valley, is pleased to introduce Jeff Gillis as the new director of food and beverage for the hotel and its signature restaurant, Lucy. Bringing over fifteen years of experience, Gillis is responsible for the management and successful operations of all food and beverage processes as well as establishing “exceptional by nature” culinary guest services.

Remington
Yountville, California, United States
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James DeLuca has been appointed as Director of Front Office Operations at Bardessono

James DeLuca brings an extensive hospitality background and Napa Valley market experience to his new role with Bardessono. He was previously general manager of District 4, the large tasting lounge and wine bar in Napa, which collaborates with the region’s most exclusive wineries. Mr. DeLuca has also served as general manager for La Residence and for the North Block Hotel in Napa Valley.

Pyramid Global Hospitality
Yountville, California, United States
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Kini Parente has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Bardessono

Benchmark Hospitality International, a leading US-based hospitality management company, has named Kini Parente director of sales & marketing for Bardessono, an exquisite LEED Platinum Certified-hotel located in Yountville, Napa Valley. Bardessono is part of Benchmark’s new Personal Luxury Resorts & HotelsSM. Jim Treadway, Benchmark’s vice chairman and general manager at the hotel, made the announcement. Kini Parente was most recently director of sales & marketing for Pan Pacific Hotel, located in Seattle, Washington. Previous to this appointment, Ms. Parente served in sales & marketing leadership roles for Hotel 1000 and Hotel Sorrento, both located in Seattle and now each a part of Benchmark’s collection of Personal Luxury Resorts & Hotels.

Pyramid Global Hospitality
Yountville, California, United States