Description
Circa 1898. Spend enchanted nights in this "Princess Anne" Victorian inn located on the historic Main Street of Old Town, Half Moon Bay. Its lush, aromatic English flower and herb garden with a bubbling fountain provides a perfect backdrop for casual conversations or romantic tete-a-tetes. Just 28 miles from San Francisco and less than one hour from San Jose and the Silicon Valley, the inn is within walking distance of a crescent-shaped beach, art galleries, shops and fine dining. Furnished in antiques and adorned with the innkeeper's art collection, it offers seven freshly decorated guest rooms, each with a queen bed and hypoallergenic featherbed and down comforter. Two rooms have both Jacuzzis and fireplaces. Savor the inn's tantalizing full breakfast before a day of relaxing or sightseeing.
This property has been featured in California Weekends, Los Angeles, San Mateo Times, San Jose Mercury News, Herb Companion, San Francisco Examiner. Location: Ocean Community.
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Rooms & Rates |
Rates: $155 to $325 Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Discover, Visa, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks and Cash. Rooms: This property has 7 total guest accommodations with private bath, 3 with fireplaces, 3 with whirlpools. The types of beds available include Queen.
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Policies |
Minimum Stay Requirements: Two-night minimum stay is required, year-round, when a Saturday is requested. Cancellation: When cancellations are made within 14 days of scheduled arrival, guest is responsible for the full amount of the scheduled stay, unless we are able to re-rent the room(s). Please note that certain holidays, holiday periods, and special events may have different cancellation requirements. Pets: Innkeepers pets on premises, We have no facilities for pets. However, there are kennels and in-home petsitters available. Call for information. Smoking: Smoke Free Property and Outside Only.
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Services & Amenities |
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments, Wine and Hors d'oeuvres. Types of meals: Early Coffee/Tea, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Vegetarian Breakfast, Wine and Hors d'oeuvres. Amenities In Room: Cable TV, Reading Lamps, Clock Radio, Television, VCR, Hot Tub/Spa, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Bathrobes, Bath Amenities, Wireless Internet Access and Iron/Ironing Board. Amenities On Site: Parlor Games, Phone, Fax, Fireplace, Television, VCR and Gift Shop. Business Traveler Amenities: Television, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Daily Newspapers, Gym Nearby and Flexible Check in/out Times.
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Spa Services |
Off-Site Spa Services Available Nearby Recommended Spas:
Primrose Country Day Spa
(650)726-1244
www.primrosespa.com
Harmonics Full Service Salon
(650)726-2129
Half Moon Bay Massage
(650)726-3555
www.halfmoonbaymassage.com
hmbmassage@aol.com
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Discounts |
Special Discounts: Call for special promotions  - One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night. The dates this property will honor the certificate are Nov. 1 to April 30, Sunday-Thursday (except for Thanksgiving, year-end holidays and Valentine's/President's Day weekends), valid for the Garden or Thyme room only, subject to availability.
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Activities |
Events Hosted: Reunions and Romantic Getaways. Other Activities: Antiquing, Art Galleries, Beaches, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Live Theater, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Water Sports and Wineries. Recommended Restaurants: Cetrella Bistro & Cafe - (650) 726-4090, Cafe Gibraltar - (650) 728-9030, Pasta Moon (650) 726-5125.
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Historic Interest |
Built in 1898, Old Thyme Inn was the home of the Gilcrest family, prominent in early Half Moon Bay life. George Gilcrest was principal of the local school and the town's druggist. Historic Awards: State Historical Site (Applied), State Historical Site (Granted), City Historical Site (Applied) and City Historical Site (Granted). Historic Memberships: National Trust and Local Historical Society. Historic sites nearby: San Francisco (25 miles), Filoli Estate and Gardens (9 miles)
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Romantic Interest |
 The Inn's seven guest rooms (all with private bath) take their names from our garden— the Garden, Thyme, Rosemary, Mint, Lavender, Chamomile and Oregano rooms. Each is uniquely decorated with lovely antiques, sumptuous beds with crisp all-cotton linens, original fine art and fresh cut flowers. Cozy fireplaces and/or luxurious whirlpool tubs-for-two are available. All rooms offer cable TV with VCR and feature Essentiel Elements spa amenities.
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Ratings |
Rated By: 3 AAA Diamonds, 2 Mobil Stars, iLoveInns Guests Guest Reviews:
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