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Flora Vista

Address: 1258 San Andreas Rd., La Selva Beach, CA, 95076 | Map It
Phone: 831/724-8663; 877/753-5672
www.floravistainn.com

Price range: $$-$$$
Location: Aptos

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Fodor's Review:

Multicolored fields of flowers, strawberries, and fresh veggies unfold in every direction at this luxury neo-Georgian inn set on two serene acres in a rural community just south of Aptos; Sand Dollar Beach is just a five-minute walk away. Innkeepers Deanna and Ed Boos transformed the 1867 home, a replica of Abe Lincoln's Springfield farmhouse, adding modern conveniences like Wi-Fi and spa tubs while retaining the house's original redwood floors and country charm. Guests wake to a full breakfast—which might include the neighbor's strawberries—and enjoy a wine and cheese spread in the late afternoon. Each room has its own sparkling bath and gas fireplace; three have a spa tub with shower. Stroll through the eclectic gardens (something's always in bloom) or play tennis on the two tournament-quality HarTru tennis courts. Pros: Superprivate, near the beach, flowers everywhere. Cons: No restaurants or nightlife within walking distance, not a good place for kids.

Hotel Details: 5 rooms
In-room: no a/c, Wi-Fi.
In-hotel: tennis courts, no-smoking rooms.
Rate includes: Full breakfast
Credit Cards: AE, MC, V