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Featherbed Railroad Bed and Breakfast Resort
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Each of our suites is a genuine retired railroad caboose which is nestled among centuries-old bay and redwood trees right alongside Clear Lake in Northern California's historic wine country.
The Orient Express is a tribute to luxurious train travel with a two-person Jacuzzi tub and a relaxing featherbed. Enjoy your own private patio overlooking Clear Lake in the shade of 100-year-old trees and calming breezes.
Start your day with our freshly-prepared breakfasts featuring Thanksgiving coffee and ingredients sourced from our own garden and local farmers whenever possible.
The themes at the Featherbed Railroad range from mild to wild with "wild" being represented by La Loose Caboose, a tribute to a New Orleans bordello complete with "La Playpen" denoted in neon
The Wild Wild West Caboose is a step back in time with its western motif, clawfoot tub and in-room bar.
The Easy Rider Caboose is a tribute to the open road with a miniature Harley replica in the cupola and a two-person Jacuzzi tub right in the room. There are even handlebars on the headboard. Take a ride on the fun side in the Easy Rider.
Join us in Northern California's northern wine country as depicted in the Wine Country caboose complete with wine barrel table and two-person Jacuzzi tub.
Our 100-year-old Main Station building features a brand new kitchen and completely refurbished dining hall where we serve home-made meals for breakfast every day.
The Featherbed Railroad is right on beautiful Clear Lake. Bring your own watercraft and launch right from our private boat launch. Our private dock and pier are the perfect place to enjoy the largest natural lake entirely within California.
Our Casablanca caboose has lots of little touches to take you back to Rick's Cafe Americain. Join us soon so we can say, "Here's lookin' at you, kid!"
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Address
2870 Lakeshore Boulevard
Nice, CA 95464-4016
USA - Phone+1-707-274-8378
- Toll free+1-800-966-6322
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The Featherbed Railroad Bed and Breakfast Resort is Northern California's most unique Bed and Breakfast. The Featherbed Railroad is located on the shore of Clear Lake. At the Featherbed Railroad, you enjoy the peace and tranquility of one of nine luxuriously themed vintage railroad cabooses set in a park-like setting overlooking our private dock, boat launch and beach. Lake County's Clear Lake offers activities of all sorts, from boating and fishing to antique shopping. There are almost 30 premium wineries within a short drive of the Featherbed Railroad. Ecotourism is growing quickly in the region with hiking trails, kayaking and bicycling and geo-caching is very popular here too. Clear Lake has the cleanest air in California and the third cleanest air in the US. In fact, we have some great ideas for two- and three-day itineraries. We serve a fresh, homemade breakfast every day incorporating the incredible bounty of our local farmers. All the cabooses feature private restrooms, individual heat and air conditioning and queen-size beds topped with a luxurious European-style featherbed. The Featherbed Railroad is just 120 miles north of San Francisco and about 90 minutes away from Sacramento. Also near by are Mendocino, Healdsburg, and Calistoga. The unhurried local attitude in Lake County makes this a wonderful destination to anyone looking to truly relax away their stress. Join us soon for a relaxing stay in a genuine antique railroad Caboose where you relax in your own private two-person Jacuzzi tub and savor some of our excellent local wine. With nature trails, fabulous water sports, bass fishing, great antique stores and more, the Clear Lake area offers something for everyone and with peaceful, uncrowded country roads and a relaxed atmosphere; it's the perfect place to unwind this weekend.
Rooms & Rates
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 71 Reviews
4.3 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 4
Award Winner: 2011 - 20124.0 out of 5What a find!
March 02, 2013
We were on a whirlwind 2300 mile road trip, heading from Sacramento to the California north coast. We needed a place to stay around Clearlake. With the wonders of smart phones, we found this delightful B&B as we were leaving Sacramento. The ambience is spectacular, scenery mellowing, and food was great. The innkeepers are proud of their business and it shows. Not having a regular shower was a small price to pay for such a unique experience. We would stay again.
5 out of 5Outstanding!
February 01, 2013
As we work our way through staying in each adorable room, Peggy and Tony continue to add a very special warmth to our visits. The rooms are private and all so very unique, most with jacuzzi tubs to relax in, comfortable beds, and a remarkable view of Clearlake you can enjoy on the private dock or deck from some rooms. Keep up the good work Featherbed Staff. We look forward to our next stay as much as the first!
4.8 out of 5More than Nice
January 09, 2013
Upon our arrival I was taken away. The clear sky, fresh air, beautifully lit grounds & serene lake a hop skip away made for a wonderful stay. The Casablanca room was romantic & cozy. I won't forget the hot tub. The breakfast was delicious. I had a great time meeting other guest & talking about all the area has to offer. A winter stay that has bribed us to come back in the summer.
4.0 out of 5Great for a vacation or stay-cation
January 05, 2013
I'm a local but have always wanted to stay over for a night or two. Took advantage of the New Years Eve "holiday" and stayed over for the duration. Great room, breakfast and company! Thanks Tony and Peggy - I'll do it again!
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Tony & Peggy
Innkeepers Description:
Peggy is a groundwater geologist and loves the desert. Tony is a writer who has a syndicated automotive column and has written the book Wedding Horror Stories and How To Avoid Them.
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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German
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Spanish
Resident Pets
2 Dogs , Desert Tortoise Others
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Address
2870 Lakeshore Boulevard
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$129 - $220
La Loose Caboose
Experience the passion and free spirit of New Orleans in La Loose Caboose. This romantic getaway has its own deck overlooking our dock and Clear Lake with the mountains beyond. Bring a bottle of wine from one of the nearly 30 premium wineries in the area while relaxing in the in-room two-person Jacuzzi tub, or climb up to the cupola or relax on the private deck and enjoy a beautiful sunset. This very private room is ideal for an anniversary, wedding night or just because you're in love.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$220/$220Orient Express
Go back in time in this romantic caboose that's a tribute to the Orient Express. This romantic getaway has its own deck overlooking our dock and Clear Lake with the volcanic mountain beyond. Bring a bottle of wine from one of the nearly 30 vineyards in the area while relaxing in the in-room two-person Jacuzzi tub, or climb up to the cupola for a beautiful sunset. This very private room is ideal for an anniversary, wedding night or just because you're in love.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$190/$190Easy Rider
Climb aboard your Hog in our tribute to the open road. If you're Born To Be Wild you might enjoy some time in this room's two-person Jacuzzi tub. Maybe it's a night of Leather and Lace in our queen size bed with authentic handle bars on the headboard. Enjoy the sunset or sunrise from your cupola. Whether it's a relaxing weekend getaway or a very special celebration, this is certainly the most unique room on Clear Lake.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$190/$190Wine Country
With nearly 30 great wineries in the area, you're sure to find the perfect bottle of wine to go with this beautiful tribute to the local beauty. Relax in the comfort of your own in-room two-person Jacuzzi tub or climb up to the cupola for a beautiful view of our immaculate landscaping and the lake beyond. Celebrate Wine Country in a unique style.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$167/$167Wild Wild West
Take yourself back in time to the gold panning days of yesteryear with our Wild Wild West Caboose. Outfitted with a western-style bar (darn, not stocked!) and beautifully varnished wood interior, this inviting caboose is a perfect spot to saddle up for a relaxing stay. Get spiffed up in the clawfoot tub or enjoy the views from the second-story cupola. We hope to see you here, pardner!
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$159/$159Casablanca
As Time Goes By many of our guests return to Casablanca, saying to each other "It Had To Be You!" With a ceiling fan overhead, two-person Jacuzzi tub, and decor that brings the namesake movie to life, you'll find yourself transported to faraway places. The kicker is a real piano right in the caboose. Here's staying with you, kid!
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$167/$167Lovers
The only thing more beautiful than the lake view is being in love. Whether you've been together for one week or 50 years, the Lovers Caboose celebrates romance! Of course there's the private two-person Jacuzzi tub to spark romance and a table for two so you can share a snack or a bottle of one of the local wines.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$167/$167Celebrations
Guests visit the Featherbed Railroad are often times celebrating a very special occasion. We get lots of birthdays, anniversaries, baby moons, honeymoons and more. That's why we have our Celebrations Caboose. This caboose can be accented with decorations for your special occasion. We also change the them to reflect the various seasons or occasions throughout the year. There's a Jacuzzi tub for two on one end and a dining nook on the other. Two wingback chairs make reading a pleasure. Come share your celebration in this very special room.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$190/$190TropiCaboose
It's five o'clock somewhere, and if you are in TripiCaboose you'll want to slip into your flip-flops and climb up into the cupola for a view of the beautiful grounds and an afternoon refreshment. From beautiful hardwood floors to airy wicker furniture, this light and relaxing room is inspired by the music of Jimmy Buffett and interior features a Key West feel. By request, TropiCaboose has the most traditional bathroom facilities of all our cabooses, but it's still an extraordinary experience.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$140/$140Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 3:00PM Check Out: 12NOON
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Minimum Stay: Minimum stay required for certain dates.
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Deposit Amount Required: Credit card required for stay with all nights paid upon arrival.
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Cancellations: All cancellations made prior to 72 hours before check-in will not be charged. Those made after 72 hours will be charged in full for the first night.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: Limited
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Guest Pets Allowed: Limited
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinks Available: No
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Suitable For Children: No
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Childcare Provided: No
Discount Type
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Corporate
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 0 -
Government
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 0 -
Length of Stay
Percent Off: 33% Days Required: 3
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Nightly Rate
$129 - $220
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 71 Reviews
4.3 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
Award Winner: 2011 - 20124.0 out of 5What a find!
March 02, 2013
We were on a whirlwind 2300 mile road trip, heading from Sacramento to the California north coast. We needed a place to stay around Clearlake. With the wonders of smart phones, we found this delightful B&B as we were leaving Sacramento. The ambience is spectacular, scenery mellowing, and food was great. The innkeepers are proud of their business and it shows. Not having a regular shower was a small price to pay for such a unique experience. We would stay again.
5 out of 5Outstanding!
February 01, 2013
As we work our way through staying in each adorable room, Peggy and Tony continue to add a very special warmth to our visits. The rooms are private and all so very unique, most with jacuzzi tubs to relax in, comfortable beds, and a remarkable view of Clearlake you can enjoy on the private dock or deck from some rooms. Keep up the good work Featherbed Staff. We look forward to our next stay as much as the first!
4.8 out of 5More than Nice
January 09, 2013
Upon our arrival I was taken away. The clear sky, fresh air, beautifully lit grounds & serene lake a hop skip away made for a wonderful stay. The Casablanca room was romantic & cozy. I won't forget the hot tub. The breakfast was delicious. I had a great time meeting other guest & talking about all the area has to offer. A winter stay that has bribed us to come back in the summer.
4.0 out of 5Great for a vacation or stay-cation
January 05, 2013
I'm a local but have always wanted to stay over for a night or two. Took advantage of the New Years Eve "holiday" and stayed over for the duration. Great room, breakfast and company! Thanks Tony and Peggy - I'll do it again!
4.8 out of 5Nice Change
October 26, 2012
The Featherbed Railroad B&B was a unique and pleasant experience. Private room with its own theme and the hosts were not only super-accomodating (they let us borrow their kayak) but they are wonderful chefs as well. Each railroad car (room) is separate from the other so you have a lot of privacy and are a short walk to their dock looking over Clearlake. My only small critique is that our room just had a jacuzzi and while there was a hand nozzle, it was a little tough if you just wanted to take a shower. If in the area, we would definitely return. Their 2 dogs are also very cute.
4.8 out of 5Dave and Tracy's Road Trip
October 08, 2012
Stayed here over the summer for a few nights on our road Trip around California it's a great fun place to stay with very friendly owners. Had the best time in the Easy Rider . We have shown all our friends here back in England the photos and they think it look great. keep up the good work you are doing to make peoples stay wonderful .
4.6 out of 5Unique to the max
August 12, 2012
This B&B is wonderful. It is so unique with cabooses being used as rooms. Just adorable. The grounds are beautiful, meticulous landscape. The breakfast was good.
4.8 out of 5Wonderful visit
July 11, 2012
My wife found this railroad-inspired B&B as a treat for our anniversary trip. Quiet, quaint, and a great surprise. It was fun to stay in the caboose and climb up to the top of the cupola to view the lake. Very relaxing site. Owners very personable. They arranged a anniversary cake for us to top off the stay. Nice little breakfast in the dining area. With only a few rooms, it would never feel crowded.
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Location
Location Type
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Countryside
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Lakeside
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Mountains
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Small town
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Wine country
City - Lakeport
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Distance to city: 10 miles
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Directions to property:
Coming west on Highway 20 into Nice, turn left on Lakeshore Blvd. You can't miss us! If driving east on Highway 20, turn right onto Hammond St then left onto Lakeshore Blvd.
Airport
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Sacramento, CA (SMF-Metropolitan) 105 miles
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Directions to property:
Sacramento, CA Take I-5 north 50 miles to Williams, CA Take CA-20 exit towards Clear Lake/Colusa Turn left on CA-20 go 55 miles to Nice, CA Turn left onto Lakeshore Blvd.
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Art Galleries
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Beach
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Casino
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Concert venue
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Lake
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Live Music
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Movie Theater
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Museum
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National/State parks
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Nature area
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Nature Tours
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Eco Tourism
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Parasailing
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Geocaching
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Performing Theater
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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Rodeo
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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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Billiards
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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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Hunting
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Kayaking
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Mountain Bike trails
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Wine Tasting
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Geocaching
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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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Table Tennis
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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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Sleeping in Cozy Caboose
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Antiques/decor
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Business travel
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Excellent views
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Gay / Lesbian Travel
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Gourmet food
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Group events
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Honeymoons
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Luxury
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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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Copier
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DVD Player
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Desk
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Fax Machine
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Fireplace
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Internet Service
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Library
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Piano
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Telephone
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Videos
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Wedding Facilities
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Wi-Fi
Guest room(s)
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Air conditioning
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Alarm clock
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Ceiling fans
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Coffee/Tea facilities
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Fridge
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Hairdryer
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Hot tub/whirlpool tub
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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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VCR
Other
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Casinos
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Watersports
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Boating
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Eco Tourism
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Local Wineries
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Geocaching
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: 9 am to 10 am
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Serving Location: Breakfast/dining area
Complimentary Perks
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Non-alcoholic Beverages
Signature Dish
Featherbed Breakfast Au Gratin
A very filling breakfast of au gratin potatoes, eggs, cheese and smoked ham baked to perfection and served with home-made salsa and sour cream. We also include fresh local fruit, pastry baked and served right from the oven and even dessert!Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
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Lactose-free
Recipes
Breakfast-Brunch
Pfannenkuchen (German Crepes)
Serves: 8
Prep time: 15 minutes -
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Featherbed Railroad Bed and Breakfast Resort Video: The Featherbed Railroad is a unique Bed and Breakfast experience featuring nine railroad cabooses, each distinctively decorated with an individual theme. Most of our cabooses feature in-room Jacuzzi tubs and all have an incredible view of Clearlake. With a huge variety of nearby recreation and over 20 wineries in the area, this unique and romantic getaway is the perfect place to celebrate being in love or just enjoying the tranquility of our peaceful surroundings. Enjoy our private dock, sit on the porch of our 100-year-old Main Station or languish in the pool or spa. Tony & Peggy Barthel are thrilled to create a wonderful retreat for you.
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