Prufrock's Garden Inn by the Beach
YES-LOCATION IS IMPORTANT TO YOUR EXPERIENCE *Best Downtown Vacation City in California (California Planning & Development Report) See their website at 'cp-dr/node/2057'. We are the only Inn in this 'best' location & within three blocks... more
Here is what guests had to say...
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We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and took time to write such a thorough evaluation. Your response to the opportunities right out the door is that of most of our guests. Some don't even move their cars until ready to leave. But even though the beach and all the options for dining and browsing are right out the door, it isn't overly busy as it is right downtown. So many do drive the ten minutes to downtown and retreat to the beach and relaxation of the inn. We do look forward to your return.
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| - Jim and Judy Halvorsen (owner-innkeepers) |
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We regret that you experienced inadequate pressure from the shower head in your room and thank you for bringing it to our attention. It is true that we have tried to balance environmental concerns and guest comforts "green hospitality" but we never want it to negatively impact guest experiences. The problem has been corrected with new showerheads that give guests a choice of high or low flow. We want you back for 4th, 5th and many future visits. Mention this note and your next night is on us. Again, we appreciate your bringing this to our attention and look forward to your return. Thank you.
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| - Jim and Judy Halvorsen (owner-innkeepers) |
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The extra details and extras you mention are one of the things that make bed and breakfast inns such a welcome change from 'cookie-cutter' motels and hotels. We love the experience when we travel and are glad you did as well. We think of it as 'Home away from Home'. We're thrilled that you felt cared for and pampered and that you let us know. Many thanks!
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We celebrate many birthdays and anniversaries at Prufrocks and are always thrilled to hear that our efforts have guests feel like royalty. Thank you for sharing your experience and we'll do our best to have you feel like royalty when you return for your next celebration.
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We hope you return for future anniversary celebrations. Birthdays, holidays, and other special events are good too and we look forward to your return regardless of the event or reason. Thanks for your kind words.
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| - Judy and Jim Halvorsen (innkeepers) |
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Thank you for your very personal comment. We meet many guests who we think would make good neighbors and hate to see them leave but never thought of it in reverse. We want to be that kind of hosts and are so pleased that you experienced us and the inn in that way. Thank you! Thank you!
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Thank you for the pictures. They will be helpful in representing Prufrock's Garden Inn to potential guests. We're pleased that we were able to offer the retreat you were seeking and look forward to your return with your family.
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Wow!!! Thank you. You've helped us set a new target to make every stay feel like the holiday you experienced. Thanks for your 'postcard' memory.
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| - Judy and Jim Halvorsen (innkeepers) |
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Probably the most enjoyable aspect of innkeeping is return guests who love to come back. When we get the call the anticipation begins. Since we're from Iowa we especially enjoy catching up on the great midwest. Thanks for your kind comments. Come back soon!
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We're always pleased when guests feel at home and are pleased that you had a great time. We look forward to your return. It's been almost a year. See you soon. Judy and Jim
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| - Judy and Jim Halvorsen (innkeepers) |
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This review is surprising to us and we sure want take responsibility for any failing on our part. We introduced these guests to others at the breakfast table as the couple celebrating 57 years. These other guests included honeymooners and an enjoyable interchange occured. We were very impressed with this couple and the story of their lives and therefore regret that they didn't feel that their anniversary was adequately recognized. We celebrate many anniversaries, birthdays, honeymoons, and other special events at Prufrock's and want all to be recognized in the way each desires. We try to get it right but obviously didn't in this case and are sorry for it.
As to the other two issues mentioned, we are one block from the Amtrak station. Many of our guests ride the train and enjoy being 'carfree' with the beach and other options so close. All Santa Barbara area inns that are close to the beach are close to the train but few have galleries, cafes, antiques, grocery and other options so close. And as to checkin, ours does begin at 4PM and all bathrooms are connected to guest rooms. We protect guest privacy and therefore don't have a way to accommodate other bathroom needs.
To these special guests, we are sorry and your next weeknight stay is on us. Remind us when you call.
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| - Judy and Jim Halvorsen (innkeepers) |
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We're thrilled that you enjoyed your time and look forward to your return. Hurry back.
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| - Judy and Jim Halvorsen (innkeeper) |
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Thank you for your gracious, lovely comments. Our very gracious hostess Nina and her husband owned and managed a business just off State Street for over thirty years. They have lived in the area even longer and she provides a wonderful presence in our absence. She and other members of our staff are like a large extended family and we feel grateful every day.
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| - Judy and Jim Halvorsen (innkeepers) |
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We have many requests for our 'Southwestern Egg Bake' recipe. We're glad you liked it as well and we look forward to having you and your mother with us again.
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| - Judy and Jim Halvorsen (innkeepers) |
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We love to 'hook' first timers. It is not only good for us but for all BnB's around the country. We recently had guests from Florida who were first timers and then took a New England trip and stayed exclusively in BnB's. They thanked us for introducing them to this great alternative travel opportunity. Many love this way to 'be at home away from home' and we love being a part of it.
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| - Judy and Jim Halvorsen (innkeepers) |
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Wow! What can we say? We have nothing to add but a huge thank you.
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| - Judy and Jim Halvorsen (innkeepers) |
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We like your kind of 'old fashioned'. Thanks for sharing it.
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| - Jim and Judy Halvorsen (innkeepers) |
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It is our intention to provide great value and service to our guests. We're glad we did in your case and thank you for telling us and others.
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| - Judy and Jim Halvorsen (innkeepers) |
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We want happy guests like you in every season. Thanks for sharing.
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| - Judy and Jim Halvorsen (innkeepers) |
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