Deetjen's Restaurant

At the edge of a cliff in Big Sur, Sierra Mar offers diners stunning ocean views through expansive windows and a fine Californian prix fixe menu that changes seasonally.

Modern, ranch-style lodging offering rustic-chic rooms, suites & treehouses, plus pools & a spa. Set on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this upscale, ranch-style boutique hotel is 1.6 miles from the Henry Miller Memorial Library. The rustic-chic, TV-free rooms, suites and tree-houses have private decks with mountain or ocean views, and wood-burning fireplaces. They also have free minibars and Wi-Fi, plus iPod docks. Some have indoor and outdoor spa pools. Free perks include full breakfast and loaner cars, as well as yoga, meditation and star-gazing classes. Other amenities include a spa with 2 cliff-top infinity pools, a swimming pool and a fitness center. There's also a polished restaurant offering ocean-view dining.

Nestled by the Big Sur River, this laid-back resort offers cabin and motel stays, an on-site tavern, and easy access to nature's beauty.

Creative American comfort food, wood-fired pizzas & fresh pastries & desserts in a rustic setting.

Nestled in a picturesque setting, The Camp at Carmel Valley offers cozy cabins, glamping options, and a smorgasbord of activities for unforgettable group retreats.

Pezzini Farms is a family owned heirloom artichoke farm and local artisan market that specializes in offering the freshest and highest quality goods that California has to offer!

Discover the magical allure of this serene beach, where purple sand meets dramatic rock formations and breathtaking coastal views—definitely worth the $15 entry fee!

Nestled along California's iconic Highway 1, this stunning park invites you for a quick hike to breathtaking coastal views and the picturesque McWay Falls.

Posh suites with private decks & fireplaces, plus a sleek restaurant, outdoor pools & a spa. Set on 500 acres in Carmel Valley, this upscale resort is 3 miles from hiking and biking in Garland Ranch Regional Park and 9 miles from the ocean at Carmel Bay. Sophisticated suites feature fireplaces and private decks, plus flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, iPod docks and Keurig coffeemakers. Some suites add kitchenettes or separate dining areas. There's a spa, a golf course and 9 tennis courts, plus 2 outdoor saltwater pools, a gym and a business center. Dining options include a sleek organic restaurant, a grill eatery and a cafe.

Eatery perched on a Big Sur cliffside offering California fare & a terrace with breathtaking views.