Lovely family get-away: garden beauty, sticky buns, playgrounds, & beach strolls.
Lovely family get-away: garden beauty, sticky buns, playgrounds, & beach strolls.
Submitted: November 1, 2012
Stayed: August 2012
Our family of four, (kids ages 4 1/2 and 1 1/2), spent two nights at this lovely spot just down the road from Occidental. Having spent much time in the area pre-children, we wanted to introduce our kids to the beauty of the California coast and the magic of the redwoods. The cottage was the perfect nesting spot and launch point for our adventures: calm and lovely in it's interior design, with a sweet kitchen for preparing and eating family meals and sweet-dream-inducing beds in which to rest our heads at night. The yard was a boon for the kids, complete with rope swing, fruit trees, creek overlooks, and ball-kicking space. I appreciated the short walk to the nearby Wild Flour Bread bakery with its delicious breads, beautiful gardens, and well-made lattes. We spent several mornings wandering the bakery garden and enjoying the sites and sounds therein. Other nearby treasures: a local elementary school with a fantastic school garden and playground, plus an amazing trail through the redwoods - perfect for small legs; close proximity to sandy, surf-friendly beaches; and some great dining opportunities and a Whole Foods (including homemade ice cream) in nearby Sebastapol. All in all, such a lovely way to spend a few days just being present with each other as a family...We highly recommend this spot to other travelers looking for a quiet, calm, cozy get-away close to a weath of recreational opportunities and great food options.
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Adventure Seekers,
Girls Getaway,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
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