Find Romance at a West Coast Bed and Breakfast
June 26, 2008 – 9:22 amFrom the cool winds of the Puget Sound to the surf and sand of Southern California, West Coast bed and breakfasts offer some of the country’s most romantic vacation spots. Here are some top picks for that romantic getaway.
Beautiful views of the Seattle skyline and the Puget Sound await you at the Inn at Harbor Steps. This boutique hotel-style bed and breakfast is located in Seattle’s arts and business district, just minutes from all of the city’s popular attractions. For those seeking romance, the inn offers lush rooms, each individually decorated and many with a fireplace or garden view. The innkeepers offer several add-on packages to make your stay even more special, such as balloons, chocolates or a bottle of sparkling wine.
After a few days’ stay at the Saratoga Inn on Washington’s picturesque Whidbey Island, you’ll probably be sneaking looks at local real estate and ready to pack and move to this scenic spot. The guest rooms are romantic retreats with fireplaces and views of the Saratoga Passage. Pamper your significant other with a full breakfast and gourmet afternoon treats. You can even surprise your special someone with a bottle of sparkling wine or chocolate truffles and a teddy bear. The vast island offers an abundance of nature activities, as well as shops and art galleries.
Cypress trees and gardens dot the landscape at the Seal Cove Inn, a romantic bed and breakfast just a few minutes from the coastal town of Half Moon Bay and only 24 miles from San Francisco. The peaceful, romantic setting includes spacious guest rooms with a private balcony or terrace with views of the ocean. The rooms also include king beds and fireplaces. Treat your special someone with the inn’s Keepsake Package, which includes balloons, chocolate truffles and a teddy bear.
Built upon a bluff overlooking Cowell’s Beach, the West Cliff Inn is full of romance and historic ambiance. The 1877 Italianate Victorian has nine guest rooms, each with a fireplace and king bed. Some rooms include a jetted spa tub, and one has a private, outdoor hot tub. The inn is close to Santa Cruz’s famous beaches and boardwalk.
Spectacular ocean views and romantic dcor await you at the Green Gables Inn in Pacific Grove. The historic, restored Victorian is literally just across the street from the sea, and many guest rooms offer a stunning view. Cuddle up next to a crackling fire in your guest room or enjoy afternoon wine and hors d’oeuvres while gazing at Monterey Bay. The Gosby House Inn is another Pacific Grove gem. Located in a sunny, yellow restored Victorian, the guest rooms have been decorated individually in English Country style. Several have sitting areas with fireplaces, and two rooms include both a fireplace and spa tub. Both inns are near to all of the attractions of the Monterey Peninsula.
Just a short walk from the famed Santa Monica boardwalk, the picturesque end of Route 66, the historic Channel Road Inn is a perfect spot for a romantic coastal getaway. This Los Angeles bed and breakfast has 15 posh guest rooms, several with a fireplace or whirlpool tub. A few have a peek view of the ocean. The innkeepers pamper guests with full breakfast, freshly baked cookies and afternoon hors d’oeuvres and wine. A short drive will take you to museums or shopping on Rodeo Drive.
Enjoy a romantic getaway filled with relaxing amenities at the Blue Lantern Inn. Located about an hour south of Los Angeles, the bed and breakfast is perched on a bluff overlooking the Dana Point Harbor. The guest rooms are spacious and romantically appointed, and each includes a fireplace and whirlpool tub. Several rooms include a view of the coastline and harbor. The inn’s spa offers a variety of relaxing treatments, from Swedish massage to a green tea European facial. Add on the Celebration Package and enjoy breakfast in bed, a bottle of champagne, chocolate truffles and a soft teddy bear. Several restaurants are within walking distance, and Laguna Beach is just a short drive away.
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