Glendeven Inn Mendocino

Situated along California's rocky Mendocino Coast, a windswept destination located three hours north of San Francisco, is the charming Glendeven Inn Mendocino. This luxury ocean view farmstead, in all its gabled glory, is a delightful destination located in the hamlet of Little River. Rooms in the main house are inviting with antique beds, beamed ceilings and wondrous views. A separate board and batten annex known as Stevenscroft contains a quartet of spacious suites warmed by romantic fireplaces coupled with ocean views. The Carriage House contains a single Grand Suite, with a spacious 750-square-foot floor plan replete with roomy sleigh bed, a pair of fireplaces, private balcony and bathroom with a double-headed shower for tandem bathing.

Days at Glendeven Inn Mendocino begin with a three-course gourmet breakfast delivered to your doorstep. Nosh beneath cozy blankets or nibble in the morning sunlight on your private terrace. Afterward, explore the wineries of nearby Anderson Valley, shop for keepsakes in the village of Mendocino, or take to a kayak for two and paddle through the estuary. There are also horseback rides along the coast and an unbelievable botanical garden positioned atop an ocean bluff. Return to the inn at sunset to mingle with fellow guests over wine and hors d'oeuvres. The amuse bouche served by the innkeepers is inspired by the season as well as locally grown ingredients, from the finest herbs to the abundance of mushrooms scattered throughout the region. You can also enjoy a scenic drive along the Pacific Coast Highway as you make your way to one of this region's fine restaurants to savor some additional California culinary delights.