Or perhaps you'd like to get a bit more rustic, such as Manka's Lodge in Inverness (yeah, I know, sounds familiar -- sometimes we're not very imaginative with our place names), Marin County, up by the Point Reyes Peninsula.

Yes you took me up correctly!! Not sure if I explained myself too well!

Thank you so much for your help. We have heard carmel is beautiful so it looks like this is the place to start at. We hope to relax for a few days and then rent a car and visit the cities and see where the road takes us! I will certainly have a look at the places you suggested..

thanks again

fen

If you would like suggestions for lodging, places to see, eat, etc. I would love to help you fine-tune your Carmel time on the Carmel forums! You've made a great decision to visit this gorgeous area. Carmel/Montery/Pacific Grove are all close to one another, so you can visit this entire area without having to go too far out of your way. Have a great trip! :)

Thank you very much for the advice..

Take care

Fen

My vote is definitely for Pt. Reyes area and Betterthanbings recommendation of Manka's Inverness Lodge. It is beautiful in a rusticly elegant way and the area is much more romantic, restful, and far removed than Carmel and Monterey which are always crowded. Google Manka's and check them out.

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