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Old Thyme Inn

Come, gather your peace at the faraway nearby. Our lush and fragrant English-style garden provides a tranquil setting for romance, rest, and quiet conversation in this peaceful coastal village—just 28 miles South of San Francisco. The Inn is furnished with antiques, custom pieces, fine art, and the innkeepers’ original "plein air" oil paintings. Seven uniquely decorated guest rooms each include a queen bed with featherbed, down comforter and sumptuous freshly-ironed all-cotton linens, private bath, free in-room Wi-Fi, and cable TV/VCR. Some rooms feature luxurious whirlpool tub-for-two, and/or cozy fireplace. Afternoon wine & hors d'oeuvres and delicious gourmet full breakfast. Walk to fascinating shops and galleries, fine restaurants, and our magnificent beach.

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Oceanside
    • Small town
  • Nearest major city: San Francisco, CA (28 miles North)
  • Directions to property:
    ****28 miles South of San Francisco,
    ****40 miles North/West of San Jose,
    ****115 miles West of Sacramento, and
    ****100 miles North of Monterey/Carmel area.
    From either North or South, take highway 101 or 280 to Highway 92 West (toward Half Moon Bay). After you go over the "mountain" and come down the valley into town, turn left at the first traffic light, Main Street, (Shell gas station on corner) and go 8 blocks, look for the Inn on the left. If you're on the Coastal Highway (Hwy 1) go toward Highway 92, turn East on it, go to first light, Main Street, and turn South 8 blocks to the Inn. If you get lost, give us a call at (650) 726-1616.
  • Nearest major airport: San Francisco, CA (SFO) 22 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    *****San Francisco Int'l (SFO) - 22 miles (35 minutes if it's not rush hour): exiting airport onto Hwy 101 toward San Francisco (north) stay to right, almost immediately get on Hwy 380 West to San Bruno, stay in the left lane and in a couple miles get on Hwy 280 South to San Jose, go 10 miles or so and watch for signs to Hwy 92 West (Half Moon Bay). Take 92 into town to Main street, turn left and look for the inn on the left after about 8 blocks. *****San Jose Int'l (SJC) - 45 miles (50 minutes if it's not rush hour): when exiting the airport, follow signs to Hwy 101 North, stay on 101 till you see signs for Hwy 92 West, Half Moon Bay. Stay on 92 till you come into town, look for Main Street, turn left and look for the Inn on the left about 6 blocks later.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 7 guest accommodations (7 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 155.00 and $ 325.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 155.00 and $ 325.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • CD player
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • VCR
  • Wi-Fi
  • On Site
  • Board games
  • Fax Machine
  • Library
  • Telephone
  • Videos
  • Other Amenitites
  • daily wine & cheese gathering
  • video library (VHS)
  • iron/ironing board
  • guest refrigerator
  • available wine & champagne packages
  • Meals

    • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 8:00 to 9:30 am
    • Breakfast is served in the Garden Room can be served in room, Breakfast/dining area
    • Additional food services included in room rate: daily wine & cheese reception, wine & champagne packages
    • Special meals available: low carb, Low Fat, Vegetarian
    • Our signature dish is Old Thyme Inn Double Stuffed Potato Skins
      Crisp-baked Idaho potato skins are stuffed with a combination of creamy scrambled eggs, Canadian bacon, luscious red tomatoes and ripe brie cheese, then served with toasted homemade bread accompanied by one of our popular crumb cakes such as lemon-rosemary.

    Policies

    • No minimum stay required
    • Smoking is allowed outside only
    • We cannot accommodate guest pets (we cannot accomodate pets; kennels info. available)
    • Limitations on children staying (well behaved, age 10+)
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (BYOB)
    • Deposit amount required (Your reservation is confirmed and held with your major credit card.)
    • Check in time is 3:00 - 7:00 PM and Check out time is 11:00 AM
    • Cancellations:
      For cancellations within 7 days of arrival, you are responsible for any portion of your reservation not re-rented. No shows are charged for full stay. No refunds for early departure.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • AAA
      • Calif. Assoc. of B&B Inns (CABBI)
      • Calif. Lodging Industry Assoc. (CLIA)
      • Half Moon Bay Business Improvement District (BID)
      • Mobil Travel
      • Professional Assoc. of Innkeepers Int'l (PAII)
      • Chamber of Commerce

    Discounts available:
     10%AAA 
     10%Active Military 
     10%Seniors 

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Rick & Kathy Ellis
      The innkeepers are interested in gardening (as you'll see in their herb and flower garden), cooking (you'll remember fondly their delicious full breakfasts), reading, films, music, fine art, travel and fine dining.
    • The innkeepers speak: English, French
    • There is one dog on the property

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, deep sea fishing, beach combing, greenhouses & nurseries, elephant seal breeding ground, tidal pool exploring, whale watching (in season), Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, Rodeo, Vineyard, Winery

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, health spa/massage (nearby), weekly farmers market (Summer & Fall), fitness center/swimming pool (next door), Pumpkin & Art Festival (mid-October), In-line skating trails, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming

    Online Bookable Property

    Rooms available starting from $190.00 USD   

    Contact Information


    Old Thyme Inn Bed and Breakfast
    Old Thyme Inn, Half Moon Bay, CA - Inn
    Old Thyme Inn
    779 Main Street
    Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
    USA
    Phone: +1-650-726-1616
    Fax: +1-650-726-6394
    Toll-free: +1-800-720-4277
    Innkeeper(s)
    Rick & Kathy Ellis
    Rates:
    $155 - $325
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    The parlor is the center of activity at Old Thyme Inn.  There you'll find current magazines, games, snacks, our video library, and the opportunity for stimulating conversation with other guests.Garden Room is our most luxurious and private -- catheral ceiling, whirlpool-for-two, TV/VCR, CD Stereo, fridge, fireplace, full breakfast served in room.
    Thyme Room is one of our loveliest, with an antique  Louis XV queen bed, tv/vcr, romantic fireplace, and a cozy whirlpool tub-for-two.The Mint Room features a custom-designed queen size four-poster bed, tv/vcr, and a romantic fireplace.
    Rosemary room looks out of flower filled windows onto our garden with its soothing fountain.  It features an antique Louis IX queen bed and a whirlpool tub-for-two.Oregano Room looks our over our flower garden, has old-fashioned clawfooted tub, TV/VCR, antique French queen bed.
    Chamomile Room is one of our most romantic, with clawfooted tub in alcove under skylight, brass framed queen bed with featherbed and down comforter, TV/VCR.Lavender Room is, as the name implies, a lovely shade of pale lavender.  Offers sitting area, TV/VCR and adjacent private bath with 6 foot long tub and shower.
    Our fragrant, colorful herb a flower garden is a wonderful place to ralax, chat with new friends over a bottle of wine,  read a book, or just take a nap.

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • herb/flower garden
    • innkeepers' original oil paintings
    • Antiques/decor
    • Business travel
    • Christian Travel
    • Gay / Lesbian Travel
    • Gourmet food
    • Honeymoons
    • Luxury
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape

    Type:
    • Bed and Breakfast

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Farmhouse Victorian
    • Built in 1898
    • Opened for business in 1987
    • Restored / Remodeled in 1987
    • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
    • Parking available (three spaces on lot - plenty of street parking)


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