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Inn at Schoolhouse Creek
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Private Hot Tubs Overlooking the Pacific Ocean
Secluded, Intimate and Well Appointed Cottages
Private deck of Shangri-La Overlooking the Pacific Ocean
Welcome to the Inn at Schoolhouse Creek!
Gorgeous Sunsets - Private Cottages
Cypress Cottage
Evening view from the Hottub. Beyond the trees you can see a panoramic view of the area and the ocean.
View from Captain's Watch porch
View from the garden in Shangri-La, one of our cliffside cottages.
One of our Mendocino Coast Rooms, Van Damme.
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Nightly Rate
$156 - $399
, - Reviews 64
- Rooms 19
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Accepts Gift Cards
Inn's website-
Address
7051 N. Highway One
Little River, CA 95456
USA - Phone+1-707-937-5525
- Fax+1-707-937-2012
- Toll free+1-800-731-5525
- EmailContact Innkeeper
Experience a true Luxury on the Mendocino Coast - Solitude. With over eight acres of ocean views, beautiful gardens, a secluded beach cove, outdoor hot tub, meadows and forest, you will truly feel like you've escaped to another world - all this just 2 miles from the town of Mendocino! A typical cottage has an ocean view, private deck, fireplace, jacuzzi tub and kitchenette. Comfortable and charming, each is decorated individually with european style feather beds, good lighting and quality furnishings. The Inn offers privacy and a carefree atmosphere where you can enjoy your vacation on your own schedule. The lovely old Ledford home, built in 1862, with redwood coffered ceilings and paneled walls, provides a comfortable lounge where guests can curl up by the fireplace with a book or game. Indulge in afternoon snacks on our ocean-view front porch or have a massage in our private spa. The village of Mendocino, with its many galleries, restaurants and shops is close by. Check availability and reserve on line at our web site.
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 64 Reviews
4.4 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 5
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 4
4.6 out of 5anniversary escape
November 26, 2012
did not dine except for the breakfast fabulous massage therapists
4.2 out of 5Peaceful November Anniversary Retreat
November 26, 2012
We found a room (Point Cabrillo) at Inn at Schoolhouse Creek after a last minute decision to visit Mendocino area for our 1st anniversary. We arrived after the check-in time, but were greeted with an envelope with a map and keys inside. The lamps were on in the room, fire going and cookies waiting! Nice welcome after a long drive. The first night was incredibly peaceful! Quiet, other than the faint sound of crashing waves and the occasional car passing by. The wood burning stove was cozy. Bedding is pretty and comfortable. Private bath! Water pressure was sufficient. There are robes available in the bathroom, recommended use is for the oh-so-chilly walk back to your room from the hot tub. Our first morning, we went to the restaurant for breakfast. They offer a complimentary breakfast: fruit, granola, oatmeal, pastries. We opted for the paid breakfast. Husband had the daily special: Corned Beef Hash! Fantastic! I had a made- to-order omelet. Delicious! We had a nice view of the ocean and the multitude of wildlife being fed outside. Our 2nd night was slightly less peaceful; the inn was full. More people moving around. Thankfully our room was on the end of the building; we only shared a wall with a bathroom. Could hear the bathroom fan running for extraordinary lengths of time, but it wasn't too bothersome. Deck outside is not private. There was merely a lattice 'fence' between our seating area and the next. Some nice vine plants would be nice growing up the lattice. It was too cold to enjoy the outdoor space, but would be nice for a cup of tea and a good book in the warmer months. The staff is fantastic! Everyone is friendly & helpful!
5 out of 5Always great, the Inn at Schoolhouse Creek is even better!!!!
November 17, 2012
The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek has been a favorite of ours for years. We love the fact that our dog is so welcome too!! The Spa is great, the atmosphere is great, the location is very convenient and now the food is great! With the new managers, the rooms and common areas have been spruced up and the breakfast foods are truly wonderful! We love this place!!!
4.4 out of 5Comfortable, Friendly, and Accommodating.
November 05, 2012
The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We had taken a long hike in rain and they dried our clothes for us. The continental breakfast was extensive and delicious. We would definitely recommend this Bed and Breakfast.
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Steven Musser & Maureen Gilbert
Innkeepers Description:
Steven and Maureen both share a passion for the natural world - they were rafting guides for a summer in Kernville, CA and feel most at home running a river. Whether it's hiking or camping; rock climbing or scuba diving if it's outdoors they are in their element.
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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Nightly Rate
$156 - $399
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$156 - $399
Captain's Watch
Large luxury suite with whirlpool tub, king feather bed, deck with ocean view, gas fireplace, refrigerator, miocrowave, in-room coffee service, TV/VCR/DVD and lots of amenities.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactWhale Watch
Large luxury suite with whirlpool tub, king feather bed, gas fireplace, refrigerator, microwave, TV/VCR, CD player, in-room coffee service, deck with panoramic ocean view.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactLedford
Private feeling two bedroom cottage, barnwood walls in living room, 75 gal whirlpool tub, woodburning fireplace, deck with forest views and ocean glimpses, kitchen
- Maximum Capacity: 6
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King, 2 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactRose
Turn of century mill worker home with original redwood paneling, kitchen, and deck with ocean views. Warm and cozy, an anniversary favorite
- Maximum Capacity: 3
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactFuchsia
Cottage with private bedroom, large deck with ocean view, kitchen, wood burning fireplace, double sofa bed in living room.
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen, 1 Double
Contact for Availability ContactHeather
Queen bed in separate bedroom with double sofa bed in living room, kitchen with dinette area, Franklin woodburning fireplace and large deck with excellent ocean view.
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen, 1 Double
Contact for Availability ContactWater Tower
Cozy room wih queen feather bed, wood burning fire place, private hot tub and ocean view deck.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactCypress
Private and romantic cottage, pot belly wood burning stove, mini kitchen, queen feather bed, front yard has adirondack chairs and ocean view - a play house for adults!
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactThyme
Queen feather bed and futon in large suite, sitting area in front of french doors, gas fireplace, cathedral ceiling. Tiled bath with tub & shower, jacuzzi tub.
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactTansy
Two room suite - Bedroom has queen feather bed and single bed, living room has double futon, woodburning Franklin fireplace, small deck to east with meadow & forest views. Blue water ocean views from living room to west.
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen, 1 Double, 1 Twin
Contact for Availability ContactVan Damme
Large room with king bed in front of gas fireplace, small sitting area, small deck, partial ocean view, open redwood ceiling and tiled bath. Pets OK in this room (extra fee)
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactPoint Cabrillo
Small deck with nice view of ocean, gas fireplace, tiled bathroom, private entrance, open redwood ceiling. Pets OK in this room (extra fee)
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 2 Double
Contact for Availability ContactAnderson Valley
Large room (250 sf) with king bed, ocean view, gas fireplace, small table/sitting area, open redwood ceilings, private deck. Pets OK (extra fee)
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactBuckhorn Cove
Large room (250 sf) with small deck, open redwood ceilings, queen bed and small sitting area. Pets OK in this room (extra fee)
- Maximum Capacity: 3
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactGarden
The Garden Cottage is secluded and private with a wall of windows facing the creek side. A large deck overlooks roses and blueberries. Antique windows over the queen feather bed and spa tub. A gas fireplace completes the atmosphere.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactPacific View
Our newest, largest and most luxurious room, Pacific View offers fabulous panoramic ocean views from a large private deck. This 2-story apartment can be rented with just the upper floor or as an entire house giving you a full kitchen and sleeping for up to 6 people. Pacific View has a king sized feather bed and a single bed upstairs, and a queen feather bed and a double futon downstairs.
- Maximum Capacity: 6
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Double, 1 Twin
Contact for Availability ContactShangri-La
Shangri La is a dream brought to life as it should be on the Mendocino Coast…surrounded by amazing beautiful nature. This cottage is the larger of our two spectacular cliffside cottages located on our secluded property in Albion just 3 miles south of our Inn at Schoolhouse Creek property. Nestled under the pine trees on the cliffs overlooking the ocean, magnificent unobstructed white water ocean views abound everywhere you look with fabulous large decks, gardens and a glass enclosed private hot tub spa. Shangri-La has a full kitchen, king feather bed, and queen sized sleeper sofa.
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King, 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactSea Cloud
Sea Cloud fashions a secluded ambiance that will leave you breathless in the clouds! This cottage is one of our two spectacular ocean cliffside cottages located on our secluded property in Albion just 3 miles south of our Inn at Schoolhouse Creek property. Nestled under the pine trees on the cliffs overlooking the ocean, dramatic unobstructed white water ocean views are abound everywhere you look. Sea Cloud has a king feather bed, and a hot tub on the deck overlooking the ocean.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactPomo
King bed, queen futon in living room, full kitchen, private fenced yard with hot tub, wood burning stove, TV/VCR/DVD.
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactPolicy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 3:00PM Check Out: 11:00AM
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Minimum Stay: weekends two nights, holidays three nights
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Deposit Amount Required: One nights lodging
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Cancellations: Cancellation fee $25, no refunds with less than 14 days notice, 28 days for holiday periods
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: No
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Guest Pets Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Description: Wine for sale, wine hour in afternoon
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Drinks Available: Yes
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Children Allowed: Children should be under adult supervison
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Suitable For Children: Yes
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Childcare Provided: Yes : Will attempt to arrange for local sitters
Discount Type
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Dec - Mar
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 2
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Nightly Rate
$156 - $399
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 64 Reviews
4.4 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 4
4.6 out of 5anniversary escape
November 26, 2012
did not dine except for the breakfast fabulous massage therapists
4.2 out of 5Peaceful November Anniversary Retreat
November 26, 2012
We found a room (Point Cabrillo) at Inn at Schoolhouse Creek after a last minute decision to visit Mendocino area for our 1st anniversary. We arrived after the check-in time, but were greeted with an envelope with a map and keys inside. The lamps were on in the room, fire going and cookies waiting! Nice welcome after a long drive. The first night was incredibly peaceful! Quiet, other than the faint sound of crashing waves and the occasional car passing by. The wood burning stove was cozy. Bedding is pretty and comfortable. Private bath! Water pressure was sufficient. There are robes available in the bathroom, recommended use is for the oh-so-chilly walk back to your room from the hot tub. Our first morning, we went to the restaurant for breakfast. They offer a complimentary breakfast: fruit, granola, oatmeal, pastries. We opted for the paid breakfast. Husband had the daily special: Corned Beef Hash! Fantastic! I had a made- to-order omelet. Delicious! We had a nice view of the ocean and the multitude of wildlife being fed outside. Our 2nd night was slightly less peaceful; the inn was full. More people moving around. Thankfully our room was on the end of the building; we only shared a wall with a bathroom. Could hear the bathroom fan running for extraordinary lengths of time, but it wasn't too bothersome. Deck outside is not private. There was merely a lattice 'fence' between our seating area and the next. Some nice vine plants would be nice growing up the lattice. It was too cold to enjoy the outdoor space, but would be nice for a cup of tea and a good book in the warmer months. The staff is fantastic! Everyone is friendly & helpful!
5 out of 5Always great, the Inn at Schoolhouse Creek is even better!!!!
November 17, 2012
The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek has been a favorite of ours for years. We love the fact that our dog is so welcome too!! The Spa is great, the atmosphere is great, the location is very convenient and now the food is great! With the new managers, the rooms and common areas have been spruced up and the breakfast foods are truly wonderful! We love this place!!!
4.4 out of 5Comfortable, Friendly, and Accommodating.
November 05, 2012
The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We had taken a long hike in rain and they dried our clothes for us. The continental breakfast was extensive and delicious. We would definitely recommend this Bed and Breakfast.
4.8 out of 5Beautiful spot to unwind.
October 30, 2012
Very nice and tranquil Inn, with very friendly and cordial inkeepers. The breakfasts are tasty, and served in an old farmhouse. The old farmhouse is wonderfully decorated and the warm atmosphere is truly special, especially the "animal feedings" just outside the window. I can't recommend this wonderful Inn enough.
5 out of 5"A Hidden Gem" Far Exceded My Expectations!!!!!
October 28, 2012
Looked nice enough as we arrived at dusk on a rainy night. Happily we were greeted sooooo nicely by Evan who was so pleasent and polite that the bad weather seemed irrelevent! We booked the Heather Cottage and there were 4 of us. Evan told us they were not booked and offered us the Ledford Cottage which has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths and ....for the Same Price! It was just wonderful!! Gas stove kept us nice and toasty and breakfast in the morning was unbeleivable!!!! We (myself, my 2 adult daughters 25 and 27 and my older sister) had the best time and would definately love to come back.
3.4 out of 5Romantic B&B
October 22, 2012
Highly recommend it! We spent our 7yr anniversary and were absolutely delighted with the value and service we received. The rooms are clean, and all have a great view. It is also very quiet and we slept like babies. Again, highly recommend it!!!
5 out of 5Best Anniversary Trip we have ever experienced
October 19, 2012
Weather was perfect, facility was exceptional, staff could not have been more attentive, Bob and Sally Phillips
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Location
Location Type
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Oceanside
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Small town
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Wine country
City - Mendocino
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Distance to city: 3 miles
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Directions to property:
Airport
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San Francisco, CA (SFO)
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Directions to property:
San Francisco or Oakland
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Aquarium
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Art Galleries
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Beach
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Live Music
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Museum
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National/State parks
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Nature area
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Ocean
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Historical Village
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Pygmy Forrest
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Headlands
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Fern Glen Canyons
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Performing Theater
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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River
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Vineyard
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Winery
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Bicycle rental
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Bicycle riding trails
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Bicycles
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Bird watching
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Boating
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Canoeing
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Fishing
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Golfing
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Hiking trails
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Horseback riding
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Horseshoes
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Hunting
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Kayaking
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Mountain Bike trails
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Art Center and Galleries
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Scuba Diving
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Hot Tub w/ ocean view on site
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Wine Tasting
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State Parks (5)
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Private Spa
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Sailing
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Swimming
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Swimming pool
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Tennis courts
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Water sports
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Amenities
Type:
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Bed and Breakfast
Property highlights
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Mendocino
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Pet Friendly
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Economical rates
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Excellent views
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Family Travel
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Fitness
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Gay / Lesbian Travel
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Group events
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Honeymoons
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Nature
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
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Weddings
On-site
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BBQ grill
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Board games
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Computer
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Conference Rooms
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Fax Machine
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Library
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Videos
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Wedding Facilities
Guest room(s)
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Alarm clock
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Bath robes
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CD player
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Ceiling fans
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Coffee/Tea facilities
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DVD Player
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In-room internet
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Desk
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Fireplace
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Fridge
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Hairdryer
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Hot tub/whirlpool tub
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Internet Service
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Ironing Board
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Microwave
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Private entrance
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Radio
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Telephone
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VCR
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Wi-Fi
Other
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Private Spa
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Picnic area
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Beach access (300 yards)
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: 8:30 to 10:00
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Serving Location: Breakfast/dining area,Guest room
Complimentary Perks
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Afternoon Tea
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Fruit
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Non-alcoholic Beverages
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Wine/Cheese Plate
Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
Additional food services
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coffee & tea in room
Recipes
Breakfast-Brunch
Apple Cheddar Muffins
Serves: 12
Prep time: 20 Minutes -
Contact The Innkeeper
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