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Article I wrote about Sonora Bed & Breakfasts for Valley Direct Media:

Sonora Bed and Breakfasts - A World of Options
Sonora Bed and Breakfasts are a lesser-known secret that is quickly becoming well known in the world of private retreats. Located in the Central Sierra Nevada foothill region of California known as Gold Country, their location is nothing less than a golden opportunity. You can handpick from dozens of varied activities to dictate what type of vacation you would like to have in this quaint gold rush town.
Activities offered in the area include: panning for gold, hiking past glistening streams to sunset overlooks, mountain biking with trail offerings from beginner to expert, white water rafting, horseback riding, golf, fishing, boating on one of many lakes, live theater, spelunking, and mining. Positioned evenly between Yosemite National Park and the Dodge Ridge Ski Area, Sonora is surrounded by multi-seasonal options for exploration that are close enough for a day trip. The prime location of Sonora Bed and Breakfasts grants you access to all the wonders of the outdoors.
The town of Sonora is layered thick with history, and the Sonora Bed and Breakfasts play their part in upholding this ideal. Spend a day remembering the golden years from dawn till dusk. Wake in the morning to experience a handmade breakfast custom made for each guest every morning. Although each bed and breakfast is unique, each offers a breakfast that has been answered by rave reviews. During the day, you can visit one of the many museums in downtown Sonora and then shop for antiques in the historic area. In the evening, you can take a stagecoach ride to a live theater reenactment of the gold rush era. A few of the homes are placed in town amidst the subtle action of Sonora, whereas some prefer their outer skirts location. Depending on what you would like out of your vacation, you should choose wisely before picking a final destination.
With all the Victorian nostalgia wrapped up into the restored locations that Sonora Bed and Breakfasts have made their home; you may find yourself in more of the mind for relaxation. Many of the homes showcase private gardens and others are nestled amidst beautifully calming trees. However, the trees and gardens aren't the only way to relax in Tuolumne County. The Gold Country also hosts California's quieter wine country with over 20 wineries in the surrounding areas, boasting exquisite wines to help you sit back, relax, and enjoy the seclusion that is Sonora.