The 7 Most Romantic Getaways in California
"A cliffside location, unobstructed views of the Pacific, roaring fireplaces, and moody, wood-beam details—every element of Sonoma's Timber Cove Resort seemingly adds up to a surefire recipe for a romantic weekend away. It's self-described as "one part hippie chic and two parts rustic modern", which draws a decidedly NorCal mix of couples who want to pair their downtime, whether that be wine tasting on the oceanfront deck or afternoons cozying up by the fire, with active time outside. Activities on offer include everything from private guided hikes through the redwoods (there are more than two miles of hiking trails on property), or going kayaking on the Pacific below. The location is also a perfect base for exploring Sonoma Country's wineries, and local oyster farms like Hog Island Oyster Co. (which are anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour away, depending on what you go.) Get there: It's roughly a three-hour drive north from San Francisco. Splurge on: To dial up the romance factor to a ten, spring for the Ocean View Jr. Suite and choose the Romance Package add-on for just $50 more per night, which includes a sparkling bottle of wine in your room, and breakfast for two. (You can pretend the bottle waiting in the room was your idea—we won't tell.) This suite, the second-largest room, has a 180-degree view of the Pacific, and an in-room fireplace, redwood patio, and, unlike the larger suite, the added perk of a soaking tub." - Megan Spurrell
