The Bite Magazine - Spring Summer 2013

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THE INN AT SPANISH
BAY PEBBLE BEACH
Just ten
m i n u t e s ’
drive from
Monterey, the
Inn at Spanish
Bay sits in an
idyllic spot
between Del
Monte Forest
and the Pacific, fronted by a Scottish-
style links golf course and breathtaking
coastline. The style is contemporary and
comfortably elegant, and the guestrooms
have views of pine forest, green fairways
or the ocean. The 22,000 square foot
Spa at Pebble Beach has a wide range of
services on offer, incorporating the healing
properties of plants, herbs and minerals
indigenous to the Monterey Peninsula.
EATING
There are plenty of options on the resort,
including North-Italian flavours at Peppoli,
or Hawaiian fusion at Ray’s. Nearby sister
resort The Lodge at Pebble Beach has
French and Seafood restaurants as well as
a classic American Tavern.
THINGS TO DO
The Inn at Spanish Bay is on the famous
17 Mile Drive, with marked stopping
points to gaze at amazing scenery and
wildlife. Nearby Carmel have a fantastic
sandy beach, and great little shops and
restaurants. A trip to Pebble Beach would
be incomplete without some time spent
on the world famous golf courses.
This elegant Victorian inn is less
like a hotel, more like staying in a
grand old house owned by a distant
relative, surrounded by oak trees, fountains
and flower filled gardens. Brimming with
gracious English hospitality and a touch
of the whimsical, the Cheshire Cat Inn
has a subtle Alice in Wonderland theme
running through it. The Main
House has six guestrooms, and
elegant sitting and dining rooms.
The Eberle House next door
has a further six bedrooms and
a spacious communal sitting
room and kitchen. The Coach
House has two luxury suites –
Tweedledum and Tweedledee of course!
For families there are also four self
contained cottages across the street from
the main Inn. We love the Eberle Suite,with
its huge bubbling hot tub in the bedroom.
Breakfast sets you up for the day, with
a range of courses including freshly baked
warm scones, and varied dishes such as
Mexican frittata and poached pear. In the
early evening wine and hors d’oeuvres are
served every day, giving you a chance to
meet your hosts and fellow guests.
CHESHIRE CAT INN SANTA BARBARA
balconies or decks are the perfect spot to
catch the spectacular sunsets over the blue
Pacific Ocean. The Inn prides itself on a
welcoming and professional service, and this
is apparent throughout your stay. There are
fresh flowers in rooms and bathrooms, and a
delicious fresh baked breakfast.The extras are
great – hors d’oeuvres, wine and coffee are
served in the late afternoon, and then when
you get back from dinner there’s a splendid
array of puddings and treats to tuck into.
EATING
Summerland is full of cool beach cafes and coffee
houses, or take a trip into Santa Barbara and enjoy the
many cuisines on offer there.
THINGS TO DO
It’s all about the beach! Summerland is a laid-back, cosy
enclave of artists, designers, architects and surfers. Pop
down to the pristine beaches; explore the village and its
clothing boutiques, wine tasting and spas.
Photo credit: Innlight Marketing
The Inn is situated in
a quiet, leafy residential
area of Santa Barbara,
walking distance from
the great restaurants
on State Street. Santa Barbara is a melting
pot of southern and northern California,
combining the art and culture of a big city
with the beauty and hospitality of a small
beach town.
EATING
There are some great restaurants within
walking distance of the Inn, including Olio
e Limone – an upscale Italian with a menu
of mouth-watering dishes laden with
flavour.
THINGS TO DO
Wine lovers should take a
tour of the UrbanWineTrail in
downtown Santa Barbara. You
can try a variety of watersports
– kayaking, diving, sailing, whale
watching, surfing, or just relax
on the beach!