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Kaleidoscope Inn & Gardens
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Jasmine Retreat
Lover's Nest
Enchanted Rose
Master Suite
Main Foyer entrance looking at great room and library.
Cute fairy Cottage in the garden, sometime called our "Hobbit Room". Based in our beautiful acre of gardens.
Have your beautiful elegant Wedding in our flower filled acre of gardens. This is a photo of our Heart Gazebo with roses in bloom.
Our elegant Victorian Gazebo is the perfect back drop for your Garden Wedding and Ceremony. We only do one event a day and will make sure your wedding or event day is special.
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Address
130 East Dana Street
Nipomo, CA 93444
USA - Phone+1-866-504-5444
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Escape to this romantic, beautifully restored 1887 Victorian B&B with an ocean-close location on the California Central Coast - midway between LA and San Francisco. This Historic Inn boasts 1 acre of lush gardens, delicious gourmet breakfasts, and large comfortable rooms...each with stained glass windows, high ceilings, detailed wood trim, transoms, private bath, radio/CD, hair dryer, and down comforter. Local activities include untouched beaches, golf, wineries, spas, horseback riding, kayaking, sailing, whale watching, fishing, lakes, bird & butterfly watching, hiking, biking, antiquing, scenic drives, Missions, Hearst Castle, and a wide variety of superb restaurants. The Inn also hosts Weddings, Receptions, and Parties in the gardens.
Rooms & Rates
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 14 Reviews
4.1 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 4
4.0 out of 5Sweet Nipomo Inn
April 16, 2013
We arrived to an empty house, however, Kevin came quickly and set us up with locations of interest, directions, reservations adn everything we needed to enjoy our stay and the area. The rooms and bathrooms were very comfortable, the gardens and grounds astounding adn inviting. We would definitley return. The breakfast and the cook were great starts to each day that we were there.
3.4 out of 5A nice stay in a lovely old house
December 03, 2012
A good value in a town that is mostly forgotten by travelers.
1.8 out of 5Title 8 Housing
August 20, 2012
My girlfriend found the Kaleidoscope B & B online and read several reviews, previewed the beautiful property and we thought it would be a charming place to stay. However, nobody mentioned that the house was right in the middle of a Low-income neighborhood. Their brochure showed the lovely 1880’s house and beautiful gardens, but failed to mention that their appeared to be a “Title 8 apartment” right across the street (I own two Title 8 properties so I’m familiar of low-end rental properties). Upon arrival I spoke with the owner Kevin and told him this was not what we expected and didn’t want to stay here. His response was “it’s not the first time he heard that comment but give it some time and you will appreciate the charm” and politely told us that if we cancelled we would have to pay for the first night, so we stayed the first night and cancelled the second night. I’m only 5’9” and I banged my head twice going up the stairs and once in the shower, so I feel sorry for anybody taller than me. I expected more than scrambled eggs and fruit for breakfast but that’s all that was served. Lesson Learned: PREVIEW THE PROPERTY ON GOOGLE MAPS! I’m not sure why the other people writing reviews were not as honest?
4.2 out of 5first time experance
June 19, 2012
The cook meet my gluten problem with no problem. She also big help in thing to do around the area. The only negtive when call to find out arrival time. Was not told about wedding going on so could not get in room on arrvial .
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Carolayne Holley & Kevin Beauc
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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Address
130 East Dana Street
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$125 - $160
Lover's Nest
Relax in this large corner room with sitting area. Furnished with a king sleigh bed, antique armoir and high backed reading chairs. Large private bath with shower. Luxury bedding with down comforter.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
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$140/$125Master Suite
Indulge yourself with this huge suite. The bedroom is decorated with an impressively oversized queen bed and has a sitting area with fabulous antique chairs. The large living room provides a comfortable sofa with chairs, TV and a tree-top view. Private bath with shower and tub. Luxury bedding with down comforter.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$160/$150Jasmine Retreat
Enjoy the delicate scent of jasmine from the patio below the Jasmine Retreat room. This comfortable room features an antique oak high backed queen bed, a reading area, a small desk and a private bath with shower. Luxury bedding with down comforter.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$140/$125Enchanted Rose
This beautifully decorated room overlooks the memorial garden and the fountain. It features a queen sized brass bed, a reading area, a private bath with shower and tub, and a view of the memorial garden. Luxury bedding with down comforter.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$140/$125The Cottage
This darling private cottage, located in the garden, is made of stone greater than a foot thick with a wood shingle roof covered with everblooming morning glory. One of our more popular rooms, it features direct garden access, garden views, an antique double bed and a bath shared with the Carriage House Suite. This is one of our two pet friendly rooms. Luxury bedding with down comforter.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Beds 1 Double
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$140/$125Carriage House Suite
Our newest room! The expansive Carriage House Suite allows direct access to the gardens and is one of our two pet friendly rooms. It features a king bed, a large desk, a large living room area with TV and a bath shared with one the Cottage. Luxury bedding with down comforter. Outside your door is a wisteria covered pergola with the rose covered gazebo just beyond. Truly a garden lovers paradise.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Beds 1 King
Nightly RateCheck Dates
(High/Low Season)
$140/$125Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 3:00 pm Check Out: 11:00 am
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Minimum Stay: 2 night minimum on holidays
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Deposit Amount Required: Credit card is used to secure the room
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Cancellations: Rooms may be cancelled at least 7 days in advance with no charges. Rooms cancelled within the 7 day window will be billed as follows: full night fee for a 1 night reservation, 50% of the planned stay for reservations for 2 or more nights.
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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: Limited
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Childcare Provided: No
Discount Type
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4 Day or more discount
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 4
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Nightly Rate
$125 - $160
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 14 Reviews
4.1 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 4
4.0 out of 5Sweet Nipomo Inn
April 16, 2013
We arrived to an empty house, however, Kevin came quickly and set us up with locations of interest, directions, reservations adn everything we needed to enjoy our stay and the area. The rooms and bathrooms were very comfortable, the gardens and grounds astounding adn inviting. We would definitley return. The breakfast and the cook were great starts to each day that we were there.
3.4 out of 5A nice stay in a lovely old house
December 03, 2012
A good value in a town that is mostly forgotten by travelers.
1.8 out of 5Title 8 Housing
August 20, 2012
My girlfriend found the Kaleidoscope B & B online and read several reviews, previewed the beautiful property and we thought it would be a charming place to stay. However, nobody mentioned that the house was right in the middle of a Low-income neighborhood. Their brochure showed the lovely 1880’s house and beautiful gardens, but failed to mention that their appeared to be a “Title 8 apartment” right across the street (I own two Title 8 properties so I’m familiar of low-end rental properties). Upon arrival I spoke with the owner Kevin and told him this was not what we expected and didn’t want to stay here. His response was “it’s not the first time he heard that comment but give it some time and you will appreciate the charm” and politely told us that if we cancelled we would have to pay for the first night, so we stayed the first night and cancelled the second night. I’m only 5’9” and I banged my head twice going up the stairs and once in the shower, so I feel sorry for anybody taller than me. I expected more than scrambled eggs and fruit for breakfast but that’s all that was served. Lesson Learned: PREVIEW THE PROPERTY ON GOOGLE MAPS! I’m not sure why the other people writing reviews were not as honest?
4.2 out of 5first time experance
June 19, 2012
The cook meet my gluten problem with no problem. She also big help in thing to do around the area. The only negtive when call to find out arrival time. Was not told about wedding going on so could not get in room on arrvial .
4.4 out of 5Great place outside SLO
June 07, 2012
Nice rooms and a great breakfast. Bathrooms are private, but down the hall.
5 out of 5Excellent Stay at Kaleidoscope
January 09, 2010
Kaleidoscope Inn rocks! This is a nice, clean B&B which has been very nicely restored by the owners. They have several different types of rooms to choose from, including some detatched units, like a standalone stone-built cottage. The grounds are nicely maintained and manicured; they have a gazebo in back and a nice patio area to relax. I think they even host weddings on the property. They're just down the road from so many great things to do, like wine tasting in Edna Valley, Oceano Dunes, Pismo Beach, and more. They put on a great breakfast in the morning. It's not a fancy, elegant place - which is a good thing in my book. They're a little more casual and laid back, in a good way. The owners seem very nice and went out of their way to ensure we had a good stay. I highly recommend Kaleidoscope in next time you're passing thru the Central Coast!
4.0 out of 5Our Wedding Rocked
January 31, 2009
Our wedding at the Kaleidoscope Inn was perfect! The first time we saw the gardens we both knew it was the place for our wedding, but we looked at more places and then came back and were lucky to get the date we wanted. They were really helpful in our wedding planning meetings and on the day of the wedding. Everything looked beautiful and everything went just as planned. So much so that my new husbands cousin is getting married there next year. We did a fake getaway from the reception and then snuck back to stay over in one of the suites for our wedding night. We stayed in the suite in the garden, forgot its name, but it was big and cozy and we loved every minute of it. We didn't go to the dining room for breakfast, so can't talk about the food, but we will always remember our perfect wedding and the first night of our honeymoon at the Kaleidoscope:)
5 out of 5What a Treat!
October 05, 2008
This B&B was such a treat! They should really put more photos on their website because the intricate Victorian architecture and the amazing gardens blew our socks off – we didn’t expect it to be so nice. This location was perfect. Close to home but yet so different than the city. This B&B is close to lots of things we wanted to do (beaches, wineries, hiking), with about a ten minute drive to get back to the hotel in the evening. Not being right in the middle of a bunch of hotels or busy Pismo Beach meant the place was nice and quiet. Our room was great. We stayed in the Carriage House. Our bed was soooo comfortable. The mattress was great and the sheets were super soft. It did get a little nippy in the evening, but we were able to find extra blankets. The gardens are very pretty and serene. We saw three hummingbirds and a monarch the first day. There is a fountain in the garden too, which is a great place to sit and watch the birds since they gather there to drink. We had our coffee there both mornings before breakfast. Coffee was good and strong. Breakfast was very good too. We had a full breakfast each day - a baked egg dish with potatoes, fruit, toast, juice, coffee. The cook was also very helpful with directions and advice. We also liked the way everyone ate together in the morning. Some of the other guests passed on some information on a nice hike that they had done the day before. This B&B was just right for us. Not too big, but with five rooms it was big enough so that we did not feel like we were intruding on someone’s home. We felt like we had as much privacy as we needed, which is generally the one thing we don’t like as much about B&Bs versus hotels. We will definitely visit again and will likely invite our best friend couple to meet us there (they are from LA). Almost forgot about famous Jocko’s. We highly recommend Jockos too - we had the Spencer, which is what most people call a Rib Eye!
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Location
Location Type
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Hearst Castle
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Montana de Oro State Park
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Oceano Dunes
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Pismo Beach
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Solvang
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Wineries
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Beachside
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Countryside
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Mountains
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Oceanside
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Small town
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Wine country
City - San Luis Obispo
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Distance to city: 17 miles
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Directions to property:
From the North. Take Highway 101 south. About 10 miles south of Pismo Beach, exit the 101 at Tefft Street. Go left on Tefft Street. Drive about 0.7miles and turn right onto Thompson Avenue. Drive one block and turn left onto Dana Street. Drive one block and the Kaleidoscope Inn is on the right. From the South. Take Highway 101 north. About 7 miles north of Santa Maria, exit the 101 at Tefft Street. Go right on Tefft Street. Drive about 0.7miles and turn right onto Thompson Avenue. Drive one block and turn left onto Dana Street. Drive one block and the Kaleidoscope Inn is on the right.
Airport
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San Luis Obispo (SBP) 17 miles
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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Ocean
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Hearst Castle
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Butterfly & Whale watching
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Wine Tasting
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Oceano Dunes
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Hiking galore
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ATV riding
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Outlet Stores
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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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Zoo
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Bicycle rental
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Bicycle riding trails
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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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Kayaking
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Mountain Bike trails
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Wine Tasting
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Sailing
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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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
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Country Inn
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Historic Inn
Property highlights
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Historical building
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Historical former owners
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Antiques/decor
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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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Copier
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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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Satellite/Cable TV
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Telephone
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VCR
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Videos
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Washer/dryer
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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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Bath robes
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Board games
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CD player
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Ceiling fans
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Coffee/Tea facilities
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Computer
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DVD Player
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In-room internet
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Hairdryer
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Hot tub/whirlpool tub
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Radio
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TV
Other
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Acer of Gardens
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: 9:00 am
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Serving Location: Dining Room
Complimentary Perks
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Afternoon Tea
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Dessert
Signature Dish
Asparagus Fritatta
This fabulous Asparagus Fritatta is to die for! We combine fresh-from-the-local-farm cage free brown eggs, sauteed tender asparagus, and jack & cheddar cheeses to create this crowd pleaser. -
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