Big Sur Mountain Retreat

My husband and I took a few days off after our wedding in Big Sur, and this place was perfect. Very well kept, clean, cozy, beautiful and peaceful. The bath house is probably the best part about it, with views of the ocean. The views from this place are incredible and you could just sit for days and days and never get bored. Access to nice hiking trails, and close to great surf spots. We cooked in all nights but one, and that night we had a great sushi dinner at Tree Bones, a yurt resort a few miles up the road. A storm came through on the last day and it was magical watching it come across the ocean and there is no place I'd rather have been while it was pouring outside. We read books, built a fire, and it was lovely. The horses are a great addition and come to say good morning too! Thank you Peggy and Richard!!!

My husband and I were spending our 10th anniversary in Big Sur. We had just hiked out 10miles from the Ventana Wilderness where we spent a night at Sykes hot springs. Tired, hungry and a bit dusty we were so looking forward to the next half of our trip, the cabin and bathhouse. We began our ascent up the road to the gate, and I just started laughing as it's a bit exciting to be honest. Just drop it into 2nd gear and keep steady on the gas and you'll be fine. We were greeted by 2 gorgeous horses and a wonderful silence as we pulled up and hopped out of the car. Within an hour's time we had each taken a glorious shower in the clean, rustic and delicious smelling bathroom, with homemade soap (that I'm going to order more of), changed into our cozy attire, started a fire in the wood stove in the cabin, popped a bottle of wine, and just exhaled. My husband summed it all up by saying, "It's ridiculously cozy here". We enjoyed the rest of our weekend, eating our dinner and breakfast at the quaint table for 2, reading by the fire, soaking in the deep clawfoot tub with endless hot water and ocean views, watching the humming birds and monarch butterflies tease the flowers in the garden, lounging in the chairs at the over look while having our morning coffee, or evening glass of wine and listening to the owls talk to eachother, and the crickets serenade us. At night we'd let the fire die down and open the windows to allow the fresh ocean breeze swirl over us, as we pulled the soft, clean linens up to our chins. The cabin took on so many moods throughout the day, as the light would dance through the windows on all sides and cast shadows and warmth throughout the interior, further warming the soul of this place. At night the moon light lit up the stoic redwood trees that surrounded us, and stood guard just outside the door. There's not much water right now in the creek beside the window by the bed, but I can only imagine how wonderful that sounds during the wet season. We brought our food, and drink, and clothes and were well equipped with everything else we needed. Simplicity at it's best. Thank you Peggy and Richard for creating and sharing such a wonderful retreat. We're already talking about returning for a longer stay someday....maybe for our 15th!

This was one of the most incredible places I've ever stayed! The whole experience felt luxurious even though it was centered around living simply. The cabin was rustic, but spotlessly clean and comfortable. Being in the bath house felt like being at a private spa.

The view was incredible. It was so peaceful sitting above the ocean and watching the fog roll in with absolutely nobody else around. The owners thought of every detail to make the experience special. There was fresh lavender in the bath house, the nicest quality linens and towels, locally made soap, a fire already built and ready to light in the fireplace. We felt so spoiled and lucky. My husband and I can't wait to go back someday! Such a special place.

Oh, one warning though.. There is poison oak growing around the cabin and on the trail. Richard, one of the owners, pointed it out to us but my husband still got a little rash on his foot. Other than that, it was perfect!