| marble bathrooms feature 2-person soaking tubs. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. suites add lounges and full kitchens. surrounded by vineyards and the santa lucia mountains, this luxe resort is 11 miles from carmel-by-the-sea and 14 miles from monterey. chic rooms with free wi-fi, wine and gourmet snacks have hardwood floors, limestone fireplaces, nespresso machines, and balconies with garden or mountain views. other amenities include a heated pool, 2 hot tubs, 2 tennis courts, a fitness center and event space. there's also a tranquil spa, gardens, and a green for bocce and croquet. a fine-dining restaurant serves california cuisine, and there's a warm bar
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Carmel River State Beach (21 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. Carmel Beach (21 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Garland Ranch Regional Park (2 min)
Rustic, dog-friendly park offering extensive hiking trails through woodlands, canyons & chaparral. Dennis The Menace Playground (22 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (20 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (14 min)
Paved, 2.2-mile road-racing track used for auto & motorcycle racing, plus special events. Garrapata State Park (25 min)
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view. Old Fisherman's Wharf (24 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (17 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. Carmel Beach (22 min)
Curving white sandy beach backed by cypress trees known for surfing, dog walking & sunsets. Point Lobos (22 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Monterey Bay Aquarium (28 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. Fort Ord National Monument (33 min)
Home to 35 species of rare flora & fauna, this undeveloped wildland offers over 80 miles of trails. Pebble Beach Golf Links (25 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. Bixby Creek Bridge (34 min)
Iconic concrete canyon crossing on Highway 1 & standing 280 feet above Big Sur, open since 1932. | 
