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Type: Luxury Hotel

Summary: Rustic-chic style ranch in California

Feature: Fireplaces in every room

Rooms: 73 rooms

Location: Carmel, California, United States of America

Star rating: AAA Four Diamond

Nearest airport: Monterery Airport

Transfer: Located twenty-five minutes from Monterey Airport and two hours from San Francisco Airport by private car transfer

Luxury Holidays At Bernardus Lodge and Spa

Carmel Valley conjures images of honeyed sunsets, undulating green hills and sprawling ranches. The ideal setting in which to experience California’s famed ‘good life’. A perfect climate, exquisite wines, and a wealth of natural beauty awaiting your discovery, this sophisticated pocket of The Golden State is the perfect place to relax, unwind and explore. At Bernardus Lodge and Spa, the ambience is one of cool charm. Combining classic Monterey architecture with French country chic and contemporary spa facilities, this is a beautiful luxury boutique lodge with a private residence feel. Set in twenty-eight acres of vineyards and manicured gardens, Bernardus Lodge and Spa boasts an outdoor swimming pool, an award-winning restaurant, private dining facilities, a professional wine cellar and a vibrant array of activities that bring guests a real taste of the luxury Californian lifestyle.

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Why Bernardus Lodge and Spa is so special...

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Romance

Romance is at the heart of Bernardus Lodge & Spa's philosophy and couples can enjoy a range of bespoke experiences against the seductive backdrop of the Carmel Valley countryside. Savour the exclusive 'lover's menu', a tempting tasting menu especially designed for two,  or the Vineyard Romance spa treatment, designed to leave you and your partner truly relaxed and rejuvenated. Enjoy walks in the rose gardens or the privacy of poolside cabanas during your stay. For a more indulgent romance, why not have your butler draw you a Dream Bath for two.

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Hotel Experiences

From horse riding to wine tasting, kayaking, 'movie tours', whale watching, off-road driving, nature walks and hiking trails, you can experience the greatness of the outdoors in one of California's finest locations. The expert concierge service can arrange any luxury activities or itineraries including daytrips to the coast, exceptional golf courses, or outback treks to Big Sur's spectacular waterfalls.

Spa Breaks

Bernardus Lodge & Spa is tucked among twenty-eight acres of rolling vineyards, orchards, and gardens. We are ideally nestled in sunny Carmel Valley on the famed Monterey Peninsula, just 1.5 hours from the San Jose International Airport and within easy reach of the San Francisco Bay Area. Not far from the bustle of the city, escape to the near-perfect climate of Carmel Valley, tranquil setting, and rich sense of place within one of Northern California's most artistic towns, surrounded by the picturesque Santa Lucia mountains.

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Pricing

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Accommodation and Dining Experiences

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Guestrooms feature two-person soaking tubs, heated marble floors, vaulted beamed ceilings, premium hardwood floors, sitting area with sofa, spacious patio or balcony, plush bathrobes, fireplaces, dining table and chairs, lavish featherbeds with goose down comforters, Frette Italian linens, mercury lamps and a stylish interior design set in tones of oyster, olive and charcoal.

The collection of 14 Villas & Suites feature expansive floor plans with outside fire pits, master baths featuring copper free-standing soaking tubs, wet rooms with wall and rain showers, alfresco showers (Villa Suites and Villas only), French doors, wet bars, radiant marble heated floors, multiple fire features and private patios and terraces with vineyard or Santa Lucia Mountain views. In addition, each guest accommodation includes lavish featherbeds with goose down comforters and Frette Italian linens.

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Showcasing California's signature farm-to-fork cuisine, Lucia Restaurant and Bar is the ideal setting to experience gourmet dining and world-class wines. Using the hotel's home-grown organic produce and herb garden, Chef Stamenov incorporates the freshest flavours into his artistic flair. At Bernardus Lodge & Spa the food philosophy is to provide guests with freshly prepared fare that does wonders for the soul. You'll eat well and live well in this corner of Californian delight.

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California Travel Information

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Climate

California is one of North America’s sunniest states and enjoys a Mediterranean-style climate. Generally, Californian summers are warm and dry, while winters are reasonably mild and moderately wet.

Northern California, including San Francisco:
The northern coast is generally cooler and wetter than coastal areas further south. Along the coast, sea fog occurs and this reduces the amount of sunshine hours in both summer and winter compared to further inland. The city of San Francisco has cool to mild summers, which is caused by the sea fog which regularly washes over San Francisco Bay and can be chilly and/or foggy at any time of year. However, frost and snow are not common on the coast, and winters in much of California are fairly mild and moderately wet. However, more mountainous parts – such as Sierra Nevada, experience more rainfall and at greater heights this falls as snow, offering the opportunity for winter activities.

Central and Southern California, including Los Angeles:
In central and southern California summers tend to be very dry. There may be short-lived spells of cold weather in wintertime. Los Angeles suffers a city smog – a mixture of pollution and fog – which is at its worst from July to September. The smog lingers because the light winds are not strong enough to blow it past the surrounding hills.

Getting There

Flight Information
British Airways direct from London Heathrow to Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego. Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines direct from London Heathrow to Los Angeles and San Francisco. Air New Zealand direct from London Heathrow to Los Angeles.

Flight Time
From London Heathrow to Los Angeles: 11 hours. London Heathrow to San Francisco: 10 hours, 50 minutes. London Heathrow to San Diego: 11 hours, 10 minutes.

Beaches

Lovingly dubbed “The Golden Coast”, California is home to countless stunning beaches. The coastlines of Santa Barbara and Santa Monica are characterized by soft sand and iconic Californian palm trees - both offering beaches that are unrivalled for sunbathing, swimming, kayaking, surfing and beach volley ball - whilst at Big Sur you'll find more secluded coves and rugged beaches. Down in San Diego, Coronado Island's sublime beaches (accessed via the impressive San Diego-Coronado Bridge) are repeatedly considered to be amongst the world's best - they quite literally sparkle, due to the mica mineral content in the sand.

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Cuisine

A state that is unparalleled in the variety and quality of its cuisine, California is sure to serve you up some unforgettable gastronomic delights. For the state’s freshest seafood, visit San Francisco’s vibrant Fisherman’s Wharf, offering a salty dose of traditional stalls and restaurants, steaming crab cauldrons and French-style bakeries against a backdrop of fishing boats and basking sea lions. For Michelin Star dining, our featured property Auberge Du Soleil in Rutherford, Napa Valley was established by a French-born restaurateur, offering exquisite cuisine and the wine to match, whilst Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel in Los Angeles is home to CUT - Wolfgang Puck's Michelin-starred eatery.

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Shopping

For many visitors, California becomes synonymous with world class shopping. For exclusivity and to splash the cash, Rodeo Drive is Beverly Hills’ most famous shopping area, home to a staggering one-hundred world-renowned luxury fashion brands – including Salavtore Ferragamo, Valentino, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Tiffany & Co and Christian Dior –interspersed with luxury hotels and a number of stylish bars and restaurants. For smaller boutiques and local vendors, Napa Valley’s charming stores offer a range of wine-related accessories and gifts, alongside antiques and artisan-crafted goods, whilst Dana Point Harbor’s quaint shops showcase handcrafted treats and unique artwork – perfect souvenirs of your Californian adventure.

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Outdoor Adventure

Whilst luxury hotels, A-list celebrities and world-class shopping may (rightly) spring to mind when you think of California, the state also boasts its fair share of natural beauty. Cycle or horse ride through the breathtaking Yosemite National Park, discovering an array of wildlife, or pack a picnic for a mesmerising day overlooking the turquoise-coloured water of stunning Lake Tahoe. Half Moon Bay's Pacific Coast region offers sandy beaches and scenic coastal drives, whilst the ancient and breathtakingly tall California Redwood Trees of the Redwood region are sure to catch your attention. For hiking trails through peaceful meadows, or to spot cheeky Grey Whales as they dance in the waves, California’s Big Sur is a must visit.

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Family Fun

A state that offers something for all ages, California is the perfect choice for your next family getaway. In Santa Barbara, the intriguing Ty Warner Sea Center presents a host of sea themed exhibits - including touch pools and a crawl-through tidal pool tank – while San Diego Zoo offers an unforgettable day meeting its charming and beautiful inhabitants. To get the whole family’s adrenaline pumping, take a trip to San Francisco Bay’s Six Flags Discovery Kingdom – complete with giant loop-de-loops and white-knuckle rides – or live like you’re in the movies at the iconic Universal Studios Hollywood; its newest attraction is the truly mesmerizing Wizarding World of Harry Potter ™.

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Culture

Eclectic California is home to a huge array of world-class museums, diverse galleries and striking monuments– perfect for those seeking a little culture on their visit. San Francisco's Mission Dolores is the city's oldest structure, whilst Alamo Square's 'painted ladies’ - a line of Victorian Houses – are both enchanting and fascinating. Spend hours exploring the art galleries that pepper Napa Valley, offering a wide spectrum of contemporary art, traditional paintings, glassware and sculptures; take a trip to San Diego’s Balboa Park - the United States’ largest urban park and home to fifteen museums – or take a step back in time on Santa Monica’s charming Pier, dating back to 1909.

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Our Luxury Travel Specialists are an enthusiastic, passionate and committed group of people who are exceptionally well travelled.

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