Harvest Inn
Vern Lakusta is an accomplished hospitality executive with extensive experience in managing luxury hotels and restaurants. Currently serving as Managing Director at Harvest Inn since July 2021, Vern previously held the role of General Manager at Hotel E Santa Rosa, where responsibilities included overseeing the opening of a 4-Star boutique hotel in Sonoma Wine County. Vern's career also includes significant positions such as Assistant General Manager at Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City and Executive Director of Hotel Operations at The Langham Huntington Hotel and Spa in Pasadena. With a robust background in food and beverage management across various prestigious properties, Vern holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Toronto Metropolitan University and is certified at Level 1 by the Court of Master Sommeliers.
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Harvest Inn
Recognized by Conde Nast Traveler as one of Napa Valley’s top hotels, Harvest Inn welcomes guests to an enchanting slice of vineyard life in the heart of St. Helena. The eight-acre resort blends modern luxury with storybook charm. Tudor-style buildings with leaded glass panels and rustic exterior stone dot a landscape of lush lawns, winding pathways, and soaring redwood groves. The property’s natural beauty syncs perfectly with its architectural design. The resort is also home to Harvest Table, a recipient of Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence. A robust wine list celebrates Napa Valley wineries and the comforting farm-to-table menu highlights ingredients sourced from local growers – including the resort’s own collection of five culinary gardens. Harvest Inn concierge services arrange private wine tastings and facilitate easy access to all-year wine country attractions – including hot air balloon rides, biking and kayaking tours, Napa Valley Wine Trolley excursions, visits to nearby Sonoma, Healdsburg and Yountville and so much more. From romantic weekends to dinner with friends, family reunions to corporate off-sites, spa retreats to dream weddings – Harvest Inn delivers a “let’s never leave” guest experience.