"I have a friend who reminds me, 'Every time you travel to the ocean you experience negative ions which are revitalizing to one's health." I certainly did feel revitalized staying at the Sandpiper House Inn. The view in the advertising shot is the view from the Weston Room so we could sit in our wing-backed chairs or laze in bed and gaze on the ocean waves breaking on those gigantic rocks. I woke up in the middle of one night and looked out and saw what looked like three lighted Christmas trees floating in the fog. I watched them for a long time, trying to figure out what could be so beautifully appointed. It turned out they were crab boats placed there to enhance my stay. I suggest, upon arrival, grab the wine glasses provided in your room and a bottle of your favorite wine, walk down to the gardens, plop down in the Adirondack chairs and see if you can sense the negative ions. You'll have to wait until dark to see the crab boats. Joyce and Bill, Santa Rosa"