Captures the spirit of l6th century England’s west country; rooms have draped tester beds, Turkish rugs and old world antiques. Located in Golden Gate National Park, between the ocean and the giant redwoods of Muir Woods.

Perched high on a Mt. Tamalpais ridgeline between the ocean and San Francisco Bay, this Northern California inn overlooks quaint woodsy villages, SF Bay and distant mountain peaks. Trailheads right outside its door lead into Muir Woods and Mt. Tamalpais wilderness parks.

Step back in California’s history at this rustic white clapboard farmhouse with a wrap-around veranda, set among the peaceful Sonoma vineyard countryside. Antique cast-iron beds, local artwork and breakfast made with eggs laid by the ranch’s chickens. Owned by the fourth-generation descendants.

Luxury Mediterranean-style California hotel in the heart of the Napa wine country.

A grand national park hotel built with towering beams and massive stone hearths.

Provencal-style manor house located near south entrance of Yosemite National Park.

High end rusticity in a dramatic coastal setting 1,200 feet above the Pacific.

Former 1867 Sea Captain’s home located within walking distance of the beach and shops in a small surfing town, Freshly renovated with William Morris prints, Schumacher textiles and arts & crafts detailing, the romantic hotel is run by identical twins and their husbands, a chef and wine specialist.

This Southern California romantic getaway is an elegant 1874 Eastlake home, with period Victorian antiques. Secluded within an acre of tall hedges, stone walls, lawn and gardens, a five minute walk from downtown Santa Barbara.

Cluster of 1920’s Spanish-Colonial style buildingsl its interiors were updated in 2017 by celebrity designer Martin Bullard.

John and Jackie Kennedy spent a romantic honeymoon here in a bungalow hideaway amidst the orange trees and eucalpytus in the Montecito foothills of Santa Barbara.

A garden oasis with sweeping views of salt flats.

1927 Mediterranean style villa. When it was still a private home, guests included the honeymooning Clark Gable and Carole Lombard.

Originally built in the 1920’s to recreate the Tangier ambience of its artist owner’s Moroccan years.

This former 1950’s motor lodge has been expertly recreated by the couple that founded the Korakia Hotel into a stylish old-time ranch hotel with rusted tin roofs, vintage swiss army blankets and a salt water pool. There’s a no-kids policy but dogs are allowed.

Avoid the poolside hotels filled with children and stay at this hip romantic hotel boasting a large pool and excellent restaurant.

Located on eleven acres, scattered villas containing 4-10 rooms and suites each.

La Jolla’s landmark “pink beauty” building evokes European charm.

Once the summer home of chewing gum magnate William Wrigley, this mansion has panoramic views over the harbor and sea.

Australian interior designer and her architect husband transformed this 1950’s motel into a chic boutique hotel with an attention to detail. There are Bellino linens, hammocks on the balconies and surfboards available to the guests. Surfers will appreciate this location right across the highway from Surfrider Beach.