Nicola Roualdes, Realtor

07/01/2026

If you're spending the 4th of July weekend in Wine Country, I've put together a guide to help you plan it.

From hometown parades, to fireworks, and family-friendly activities throughout Napa and Sonoma, this guide rounds up some of the best ways to celebrate the holiday.

Whether you're a local, visiting for the weekend, or thinking about making Wine Country home, I hope you find it helpful.

Check out the full list below, and if I missed one of your favorite 4th of July traditions, I'd love to hear about it in the comments! 🇺🇸🍷

Sonoma County    City of Sonoma Named the 8th best 4th of July celebration in the country by Travel+Leisure Magazine! The parade will begin at 10am and wind its way around the historic Sonoma Plaza. Then stay afterwards for the festival featuring food booths and games. End

06/01/2026

✨☕️ NOW OPEN: Sam’s General Store in Downtown Sonoma

Heading to Sonoma this weekend? Add this BRAND NEW coffee shop to your itinerary

📍Sam’s General Store
520 Broadway
Sonoma, CA 95476

OPEN: Everyday 7am-4pm

If you find yourself near the Sonoma Plaza, I highly recommend checking out Sam’s General Store’s brand new location on Broadway. The Napa Valley’s beloved coffee shop & grab and go lunch spot has just opened their newest location. The perfect spot to grab a tasty bite if you’re on the go or want to stay a while.

What You’ll Find:
➡️ Gourmet Coffee Drinks, Matchas, + Teas   
➡️ Fresh Grab + Go Salads, Sandwiches, Fruit + Overnight Oats
➡️ Various Bagels + Avocado Toasts
➡️ Bottled Waters, Sodas + Juices
➡️ AND MORE!!

Check out their IG page .store for more info!

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Nicola Roualdes
REALTOR | COMPASS
707.480.2672
DRE #02023814

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01/06/2026

I’m proud to officially share that I’ve partnered with Compass, the #1 real estate brokerage in the United States by sales volume.

When I started in the real estate industry almost 10 years ago, I had no idea where this journey would lead me. Through market shifts, personal milestones, and transactions, I have new perspective on the direction I want for my business and how I am going to get there.

Partnering with Compass was not just about joining a top performing brokerage, it's about gaining access to the tools, technology, and support to give my clients a better real estate experience.

Compass offers access to cutting-edge technology, unmatched marketing resources, and a network of top agents across the country. Meaning my clients get more exposure, better data, and a seamless experience from top to bottom.

I could not be more excited for this next chapter.

Cheers!✨

10/12/2025

✨JUST SOLD✨

19688 Admiral Cooke Lane, Sonoma, CA

$1,300,000

This wonderful property boast over 14 acres down a private drive, right off Lovall Valley Road, and under 10 minutes to the Sonoma Plaza.

Congratulations to my buyers on scoring this home $400k UNDER the original asking price! So excited for them!!

SOLD BY:

Nicola Roualdes
707.480.2672
[email protected]
Vanguard Properties
DRE #02023814