Vacation Like You're a Local Guidebook
Sightseeing
Lover's Point Beach is a great beach! Even on a windy day, the locals know that Lover's Point usually shields you from the wind. It is a great a place to learn to kayak, boogie board, surf, or snorkel. It is also a great place to watch the sunrise.
There are two dining options atop the beach. The Grill has a great burger, and of course my children always want their soft serve ice cream. Beach House Restaurant at Lover's Point is one of my favorites! Weather I'm eating in the restaurant or ordering for take on on the beach, I cant get away from the Fire and Ice meal they serve. If you like shrimp you have to try this! Its a crunchy shrimp in a delicious sauce served over an ice berg wedge with blue cheese. In fact, I want some right now!
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Lover's Point Beach
Lover's Point Beach is a great beach! Even on a windy day, the locals know that Lover's Point usually shields you from the wind. It is a great a place to learn to kayak, boogie board, surf, or snorkel. It is also a great place to watch the sunrise.
There are two dining options atop the beach. The Grill has a great burger, and of course my children always want their soft serve ice cream. Beach House Restaurant at Lover's Point is one of my favorites! Weather I'm eating in the restaurant or ordering for take on on the beach, I cant get away from the Fire and Ice meal they serve. If you like shrimp you have to try this! Its a crunchy shrimp in a delicious sauce served over an ice berg wedge with blue cheese. In fact, I want some right now!
This is a must! Not more than up to a 40 minute drive up the coast line. If you have never seen the purple sand of Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur you are missing out. The moment your feet hit the sand your breath is taken away! Go the distance and take a walk until you come to a grove of trees and hike up to the top of the hill to experience one of the most magnificent views you will ever see. This will change your life, I promise.
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Pfeiffer Beach
This is a must! Not more than up to a 40 minute drive up the coast line. If you have never seen the purple sand of Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur you are missing out. The moment your feet hit the sand your breath is taken away! Go the distance and take a walk until you come to a grove of trees and hike up to the top of the hill to experience one of the most magnificent views you will ever see. This will change your life, I promise.
Golfing
The Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Links is quite literally, in your backyard. Enjoy it’s stellar reputation as one of the “Nation’s Top 50 Gold Courses under $50.00” by Golf Digest.
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Pacific Grove Golf Links
77 Asilomar AveThe Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Links is quite literally, in your backyard. Enjoy it’s stellar reputation as one of the “Nation’s Top 50 Gold Courses under $50.00” by Golf Digest.
Food scene
We hope you'll enjoy some of our favorite places to dine!
I love going to Big Sur River Inn! I take my children and order a great meal and relax literally in the river. Big Sur River Inn provides in river seating! You'll love the experience!
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Big Sur River Inn
46800 CA-1I love going to Big Sur River Inn! I take my children and order a great meal and relax literally in the river. Big Sur River Inn provides in river seating! You'll love the experience!
If you love Italian cuisine, you'll adore Vesuvio in Carmel! Experience the magic of the rooftop bar at sunset, have a drink, relax and enjoy their music playlist! . Their restaurant offers an unbeatable ambiance that you'll fall in love with. Enjoy the flavors of Italy!
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Vesuvio Restaurant
Junipero StreetIf you love Italian cuisine, you'll adore Vesuvio in Carmel! Experience the magic of the rooftop bar at sunset, have a drink, relax and enjoy their music playlist! . Their restaurant offers an unbeatable ambiance that you'll fall in love with. Enjoy the flavors of Italy!
Another favorite! Mission Ranch offers an exceptional menu and a unique dining experience with its picturesque ranch views. I love dining in the bar while enjoying the live piano music. It's truly a special place!
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Mission Ranch Restaurant
26270 Dolores StAnother favorite! Mission Ranch offers an exceptional menu and a unique dining experience with its picturesque ranch views. I love dining in the bar while enjoying the live piano music. It's truly a special place!
You must try Sam's Gyro—it's the best! This family-owned and operated restaurant makes you feel like a guest in their home while you enjoy authentic Mediterranean food. Don't miss out on this delightful experience!
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Petra Restaurant
477 Lighthouse AveYou must try Sam's Gyro—it's the best! This family-owned and operated restaurant makes you feel like a guest in their home while you enjoy authentic Mediterranean food. Don't miss out on this delightful experience!
I often crave the Firecracker Shrimp at Beach House! Their Fire and Ice meal pairs the Firecracker Shrimp with a fresh salad. Both indoor and outdoor dining offer the best views of Lover's Point Beach. It's a dining experience you won't want to miss!
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Beach House Restaurant at Lovers Point
620 Ocean View BlvdI often crave the Firecracker Shrimp at Beach House! Their Fire and Ice meal pairs the Firecracker Shrimp with a fresh salad. Both indoor and outdoor dining offer the best views of Lover's Point Beach. It's a dining experience you won't want to miss!