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The Darling House A B&B Inn By The Sea

The Darling House A B&B Inn By The Sea

314 W Cliff Dr
Santa Cruz, CA 95060-6145
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Denise Darling

(831) 458-1958
 

Circa 1911. Overlook the Monterey Bay while staying in lavish accommodations in Santa Cruz, California. Relax amid the peaceful elegance of this ocean-side inn with beveled glass, Tiffany lamps, open hearths and warm hearts. Verandas on the first and second floors are inviting sitting areas. Stay in a guest room that features a fireplace, antique furnishings, fresh flowers, an ice bucket, wine glasses, turndown service and other pampering amenities. Gather for a hearty breakfast then take an easy stroll to Lighthouse Point, Steamer Lane, Cowell's Beach and the Boardwalk. Ask about special packages that can include gourmet wine dinners and house concerts.

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The Darling House A B&B Inn By The Sea



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Rates

$195 to $225

Payment types accepted include Discover, Master Card, Visa, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks and cash.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast

Events Hosted

  • Honeymoons
  • Meetings
  • Family Reunions
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Seminars
  • Weddings

Available Food Service

  • Continental Plus Breakfast

Other Activities

  • Amusement Park
  • Antiquing
  • Art Galleries
  • Beaches
  • Bicycling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Sports Events, Major College
  • Tennis
  • Water Sports
  • Wineries
  • Narrow Gauge Railway
  • Aquarium
  • Ocean Research
  • Shakespeare Festival In July
  • August
  • Begonia Festival
  • Cabrillo Music Festival
  • Jazz Festival
  • Pga Tournaments
  • International Ocean Sport Contests

Innkeeper(s)

Denise Darling

Languages Spoken

Spanish

Rooms

This property has 7 total guest accommodations.

Amenities In Room

  • Modem Hook-Up
  • Turn-Down Service
  • Desk
  • VCR
  • Message Service
  • Clothes Press
  • Reservation Service
  • TV On Request

Amenities On Site

  • Library
  • Parlor Games
  • Copy Machine
  • Phone
  • Fax
  • Fireplace
  • Limited Handicap Access
  • VCR

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The Darling House A B&B Inn By The Sea

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Location: Country, City/Urban, Ocean Community, Redwoods and UCSC.


Historic Interest

Historic Awards:

  • Local Register (Granted)
  • City Historical Site (Granted)

Historic Memberships:

  • City Historical Society

Historic sites nearby:

Wharf, roller coaster and merry-go-round at boardwalk (1/4 mile)

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About Our Rooms

Pacific Ocean Room

Pacific Ocean RoomDisplaying the most spectacular views of the Pacific 100 feet from your room, appointed with tiger oak suite this east-facing room glows in the first rays of sunrise and radiates with the moon on the water. The tiled fireplace with the light of the Tiffany lamp exudes understated luxury. Private bath in the room with large porcelain tub.

 

The Rainbow Room

The Rainbow RoomThe prism, bevel-cut windows shower this ground-level ocean-view room with rainbows. This room with the large original porcelain tub and king-size bed in the low light of the Dresden China lamp is the definition of romance. Private bath on the hall with large porcelain tub.

 

The Eastlake Room

The Eastlake RoomThe Ocean View from this second-story vantage point is framed by a pair of majestic Queen Palms. Furnished with Eastlake crown bed and matching love seat this room, in the light of the etched Handel lamp, is pure magic. Shared bath on the hall with tub/shower.

 

The Iliff Room

The Iliff RoomAppreciation for the 200 year craftsmanship in the Burled Chestnut crown head board, scrolled foot board and matching dressers enrich your enjoyment of the present moment. You may lose yourself in a timeless work of art. You can see the ocean from the window but you won’t want to leave your room. Private bath with shower.

 

The Chinese Room

The Chinese RoomWrapped on three sides by hand-carved friendly auspicious characters and covered with gold-threaded silk canopy the Chinese Wedding Bed provides peaceful protection for intertwining your fantasies with those of its 200 years. Shared bath on the hall with tub/shower.

 

The Spanish Mission Room

The Spanish Mission RoomThe simplicity of the quaint turn-of-the-century white iron bed is a happy reminder that for a hundred years this house has made dreams come true. Let your dream come true. Private bath with shower.

 

The Monterey Bay Room

The Monterey Bay RoomBurled walnut and rich maroon velvet invite you to melt into your own Valentine any night of the year. Open the drapes each morning to the garden, the cherry orchard and the wonderful world outside the expansive Bay Windows. Private bath with shower.

 

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:Normally 2 nights on Saturday
Cancellation:5 days advance
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

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Last reviewed on10/21/2008
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10/21/2008

So pretty, so sorry to leave.

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Publicity and Press Reviews

Modern Maturity, Pacific, New York Times, LA Times, Sacramento Bee Fresno, San Francisco Chronicle, Oakland Tribune, Santa Cruz Sentinel, Bay Guardian, San Jose Mercury News, Thrill (ABC made-for-TV movie).

Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property will honor the Free-Night certificate found in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. The certificate is valid for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are Sunday-Thursday, Oct. 15-May 15, excluding Dec. 23-Jan. 2 and holidays

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