| parking and an evening wine-and-cheese reception are included. theres also an on-site spa and a garden terrace. set in a tudor-style building dating from 1929, this elegant bed-and-breakfast surrounded by landscaped gardens is a mile from fishermans wharf and 2. breakfast is served in the cozy dining room or in-room. most rooms have free wi-fi; some feature garden views, private entrances, carved wooden beds, stained-glass windows and/or jacuzzis. the warm, individually decorated rooms with an english country theme have down duvets, tvs and radios, plus fireplaces with seating areas. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. 1 miles from both the monterey bay aquarium and cannery row
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Asilomar State Beach (13 min)
Tranquil place featuring a 1-mi. stretch of sandy beach & rocky coves, along with a walking trail. Old Fisherman's Wharf (19 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. Pebble Beach Golf Links (11 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (13 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. Carmel Beach (11 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (10 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. Lone Cypress (16 min)
Fenced viewpoint for a landmark single cypress tree overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Carmel River State Beach (14 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. Dennis The Menace Playground (18 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Del Monte Beach (5 min)
Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas. Garrapata State Park (17 min)
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view. Monterey Bay Aquarium (7 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. Lovers Point Park (10 min)
Petite beach park with swimming, surfing & other water recreation, plus kayak & bike rentals & more. Point Lobos (15 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Carmel Beach (12 min)
Curving white sandy beach backed by cypress trees known for surfing, dog walking & sunsets. | 
