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.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- 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 |
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| On Site | |
| Board games | Fax Machine |
| Library | Telephone |
| Videos | |
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| 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
Half Moon Bay Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Half Moon Bay, California.
