Universal Hospitality

IN HARMONY WITH PEOPLE & PLANET

The Ground is an evolving collection of virtual and physical destinations designed to nourish, renew, and connect. Guided by our belief in universal hospitality, we are creating spaces and experiences that honor and celebrate the interconnectedness of all species and the knowledge that humans are, in fact, part of nature.

Our Ecosystem  

Our physical and virtual destinations are rooted in the collaborative spirit and natural abundance of the Willamette Valley. Inspired by the history of pioneering hospitality in Yamhill County, The Ground is creating avenues for joy, discovery, and growth in harmony with the community and the planet.

A wine enthused hotel in McMinnville, the heart of Oregon Wine Country at a reasonable cost. Our 65 room Hotel has grown to incorporate our beautiful community. Our appreciation of McMinnville and the surrounding Willamette Valley is something we're eager to share at every opportunity. At the Best Western McMinnville Inn, we know it's the added detail in our rooms that enable you to soak up our Oregon wine country lifestyle. We invite you to explore our hotel, chat up our staff and become our family while staying in one of our rooms. Whether you're celebrating a wedding, an anniversary in a Suite, or having a leisure stay, you'll discover the heart and soul of Oregon by residing in one of its great historic towns of McMinnville. Welcome to the Best Western. We offer Wedding Packages and Wine Packages that bring quite the experience. Contact the Front Desk for details. Hours of Operation 24 hr   

A Truly Special Place

Celestial Hill is one of the westernmost vineyards in the foothills of the Oregon Coast Range in the Willamette Valley, where vineyards enjoy the hot, dry summers favored by pinot noir and chardonnay grapes. But it’s Celestial Hill’s proximity to the Pacific Ocean that’s responsible for the cool evening breezes that allow the grapes to remain on the vine longer. Four distinct vineyards spread across 12 acres produce purposefully low yields, marrying volcanic and oceanic sedimentary soil with subtle elevation changes to create exceptional terroir-based wines with a true sense of place.

Instilled with the dreams of its owners, Celestial Hill is a boutique vineyard in Oregon’s renowned Willamette Valley, where Chris and Melissa Thomas hand-cultivate pinot noir and chardonnay grapes to produce small-batch wines in the Burgundian style. They maintain a close connection to the earth, making their home on the 52-acre property and committing themselves fully to giving the grapes and vines the attention they deserve.  

With the belief that fine wine starts with the soil, Celestial Hill produces wines that are a natural extension of the vineyard itself: approachable, welcoming, and authentic. The moment you step foot on Celestial Hill soil, and sample our world-class, high-quality wines, you’ll understand why we’re unapologetically true to the land.

Book a private tour Celestial Hill Vineyard to learn more about our terroir-based wines and the passion we pour into every glass. Stroll the vineyard, or enjoy a flight in our Carlton tasting room.       

Visit Our Vineyard & Winery  

Make an appointment to visit our vines and experience the authentic vineyard lifestyle through the eyes of Chris and Melissa Thomas. Our Carlton winery and tasting room offer tastings and tours by appointment or by chance.      

Chris Browne Insurance (CBI) offers health and life insurance services including Medicare, Individual/Family, Small Group and Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid). We’ve been privileged to serve the residents of McMinnville, Oregon and surrounding communities for more than 30 years.

sharing food with heart    

we’re a wine country restaurant in historic downtown mcminnville, oregon. our menu celebrates the seasonal bounty of the willamette valley, focusing on provisioners using practices like regenerative farming and small-batch craft. we’re excited and grateful to serve our friends and neighbors beautiful, down-to-earth cuisine made with loving intention, purpose, and joy.

   we’re a wine country restaurant sharing food with heart in historic downtown   mcminnville, oregon.      

our dishes are a celebration of willamette valley’s ingredients, combining thoughtful sourcing with fine dining techniques and preparation. expect artful cuisine served with a sense of humor in an approachable, light-filled space—welcoming locals and tourists alike for everyday dining out, events catering, and special celebrations.      

      what you’ll eat      

on our menu, you’ll find comfort food like meatballs and burgers made with 100% grass-fed beef and pastured pork from tabula rasa farms. and beyond our responsibly raised meat, vegetables from the market garden are showcased with just as much love and enthusiasm, whether served in our signature humble spirit spaghetti, or slowly braised and paired with a yolky baked egg and herbed toast. to complement your meal, sip on a highly curated selection of wine and beer alongside rosé on tap. for a sweet send-off, kids of all ages can indulge in soft-serve ice cream and frozen drinks.

how we celebrate  

every meal at humble spirit showcases purposefully sourced ingredients, with a particular focus on local provisions, regenerative farming, and small-batch craft. loving intention will always be at the heart of our dining experience, as we strive to highlight the work of the exceptional farmers, ranchers, fishers, winemakers, and artisans around us.