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Old Thyme Inn

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  • Mint Room at Old Thyme Inn -- highlighting our sumptuous bedding: Freshly-pressed all cotton linens, feather bed and down comforter with down pillows. You'll think you've been sleeping on a cloud!

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  • Bed&Breakfast Diamond Collection

    An exclusive of professionally inspected and guest-reviewed luxury inns with extensive modern amenities.

    Inn Details

    Slow down, gather your peace, and feel the stress disappear when you arrive at our Half Moon Bay B&B. Indulge yourself in each other as you rediscover the pleasures of play, romance, and relaxation at our romantic Northern California Coast Bed and Breakfast. Our decor is the perfect blending of the past and present; Elegant but comfortable and casual, accented by the original plein air oil paintings of your innkeeper, Kathy. Enjoy our complimentary evening wine and cheese reception after your day of enjoying the majestic California coast and charming town of Half Moon Bay. Warm yourself by a cozy fire or soak in a soothing whirlpool tub at our Half moon Bay, CA Inn. At days end, slip between soft sheets on a featherbed with down comforter for a soothing and rejuvenating night’s sleep. Awaken refreshed to a delectable full breakfast: farm-fresh eggs and organic local produce, specialty-grade coffee, and bread and cakes baked right here at our Inn in Half Moon Bay. As you step outside our Half Moon Bay Bed and Breakfast, breathe in the fresh ocean breeze. It’s time to explore!

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    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


    Number of Dogs: 1

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • herb/flower garden

    • innkeepers' original oil paintings

    • organic & natural breakfast ingredients

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest 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 Amenities:

    • daily wine & cheese

    • video library (VHS)

    • iron/ironing board

    • guest refrigerator

    • EO bath salts, shampoo & body lotion

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  • Garden Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $329/$329

    Thyme Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $269/$269

    Mint Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $249/$249

    Rosemary Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $249/$249

    Oregano Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $199/$199

    Chamomile Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $189/$189

    Lavender Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $189/$189

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 - 7:00 PM    Check out: 11:00 AM

    • Deposit amount required: Your reservation is confirmed and held with your major credit card.

    • 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.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: BYOB

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: well behaved, age 10+

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • AAA
      Percent off: 10%

    • Active Military
      Percent off: 10%

    • Seniors (AARP)
      Percent off: 10%

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:00 to 9:30 am

    • Serving location: Garden Room can be served in room, Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    • Wine/Cheese Plate

    Signature Dish

    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.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Vegetarian

    • low carb

    Additional food services

    • Choc. dipped strawberries (in season)

    • Fine red or white wine package

    • French champagne package

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  • Location Type

    • Oceanside

    • Small town

    City

    • San Francisco

    • Distance to city: 28 miles

    • 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.

    Airport

    • San Francisco, CA (SFO) 22 miles

    • Directions to property:
      *****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.

    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

    • 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

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    Magically Pleasant

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    I have stayed in B&B facilities in a good many countries. I have enjoyed in particular those where you feel a welcome guest in a home with a real sense of family. Even better are those which impart the local culture, but there are few in California with a sense of permanence and place that I would recommend to friends from abroad. The Old Thyme Inn, built in 1898 in historic Half Moon Bay, is its own destination. This is a quiet place where accommodation is not an afterthought but a purpose. Everywhere you look, it is obvious, this place was developed with decades of dedication, a continuous and abiding love of work, hospitality without intrusion, and kindness without fawning. From the coffee to the soap, from the herb garden to the dining music, from the table books to the depth of local information, from the beds to the plentiful artwork, there is an attention to detail here that makes it an outstanding accommodation, each feature thoughtfully executed for its specific purpose, not to impress but to please. Do enjoy your stay there. We really did.

    very nice B&B.

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    The room was charming, the bed was very comfortable. The room was tidy but not particularly clean. The breakfast was outstanding!!

    Absolute perfection

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My husband and I stayed at the inn for one night on our LA-San Francisco road trip, and I can't rave enough about it. Old Thyme Inn is your quintessential B&B--lovely, welcoming hosts; gorgeous, over-stuffed beds; fresh, delicious breakfasts; and everything else you could hope for in a B&B. If we're ever back on that part of the coast, I guarantee we'll be making a return visit. What an absolute pleasure. We liked it so much that we didn't even go out for dinner--brought some sushi back to the room and luxuriated in the relaxing atmosphere :)

    Wonderful weekend

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Old Thyme Inn is superbly managed and run. Nice location on HMB's main drag. A great B&B (close to S.F. too!) Excellent breakfasts!! Recommend highly - very charming place. We could hear the guests shuffling above us from our first floor room late at night - only negative.

    Stay in September 2010

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We stopped in at the Old Thyme in for two nights during our road trip in Northern California. We were very pleased with our stay and the courtesy of our hosts. Rooms were as asvertised and very comfortable. The location was quiet and close to the restaurants. Our hostss has compiled a big book of menus so we could make informed choices on where to dine. They also provided some insights based upon their experiences. A very confortable and appealing inn - we will stay there again! Mike & Deb from SCV

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