Howard Creek Ranch
Howard Creek Ranch is an historic 60 acre oceanfront farm bordered by miles of beach and mountains near a 60 mile long wilderness. The ranch offers farm animals, flower gardens, fireplaces/wood stoves, post a 75 foot swinging foot bridge over Howard Creek, a hot tub, sauna, and German masseuse. Accommodations include cabins, suites and rooms furnished with antiques, large comfortable beds, and handmade quilts with views of the ocean, mountains, creek and gardens. Visit the gigantic redwoods.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Beachside
- Countryside
- Mountains
- Oceanside
- Ranch
- Village
- Nearest major city: Mendocino, CA (15 miles)
- Directions to property:
3 miles north of Westport on highway One at Milepost #80.49 - Nearest major airport: San Francisco, CA (SFO) 160 miles
- Directions from airport:
North on Highway One.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: 7 Rooms, 3 Cabins & 2 Suites
- There are 12 guest accommodations (11 with private baths)
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 75.00 and $ 198.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Coffee/Tea facilities | Desk |
| Fireplace | Fridge |
| Hot tub/whirlpool tub | Internet Service |
| Private entrance | |
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| On Site | |
| Alarm clock | BBQ grill |
| Board games | Fax Machine |
| Library | Piano |
| Radio | Telephone |
| Wi-Fi | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Beach Access | Hiking Trail |
| Horseback Riding Nearby | Creek |
| Massage by Appointment | |
Meals
- A Full Homestyle breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 9:00 A.M.
- Breakfast is served in the In room by advance request, Breakfast/dining area
- Additional food services included in room rate: Teas, hot cocoa always available, Afternoon tea
- Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Hot Cakes with Baked Apples
Buttermilk strawberry banana hot cakes with baked apples stuffed with granola and raisins topped with real maple syrup, and either French whipped cream or yogurt.
Policies
- Minimum stay required (Two or three nights some weekends)
- Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Outside)
- Limited accommodations for guest pets (By prior arrangement only. $15 per pet per night.)
- Limitations on children staying
- No childcare is provided
- Deposit amount required (1/2)
- Check in time is 2:00 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am
- Cancellations:
One week notice is required. If the room is re-rented, full refund (less 3.5% credit card fee), if not 1/2 is forfeited. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- California Association of Bed and Breakfast Inns
- Professional Association of Innkeepers International
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Charles and Sally Grigg
Charles (Sunny) Grigg is a Hollywood expatriate, who has left the studios for his own ranch. He is a master craftsman working with old growth redwood and riding the hills and beaches on his big black stallion - The innkeepers speak: English, German, Spanish
- There are 7 cats on the property
- There are 2 dogs on the property
- Other pet(s) on the property: Llama, Sheep, Horses
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Casino, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Howard Creek, Skunk Train, 75 foot swinging foot bridge, Remote & Secluded, Giant Redwoods, Wildlife, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Vineyard, Winery
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bird watching, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Horseback riding on the beach, Sauna, Peace & Quiet, Hiking Onsite, Massage by Appointment, Hot tubs, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Water sports
Westport Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Westport, California.