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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 07:55 AM
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bay area romantic getaway
looking for a romantic getaway (less than 2 hr drive) from San Francisco for valentine's day. Either 1 or 2 nites. Preferrably close to the water... any suggestions? thx
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 07:58 AM
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Bodega Bay Lodge. From there you can walk the beach, take drives along the coast, eat great seafood, get a massage, drive to the Russian River and visit some wineries......

Nice romantic rooms with Bay views and fireplaces.
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 08:33 AM
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Half Moon Bay is another option.
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 08:40 AM
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Half Moon Bay - Ritz Carlton. Very
romanitc and luxurios ! My husband swept me away there for a special weekend and we loved it. Go for the
concierge level. Great room with drink,
snacks and desserts. Loved it!!
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 09:06 AM
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bodega bay sounds like a good option.. anything else north of san francisco that's similar?

thanx!
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 09:35 AM
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The Bodega Bay Lodge & Spa is very nice! Also, check out the Sonoma Coast Villa Inn & Spa @ www.scvilla.com It looks very inviting and romantic! ***kim***
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 10:32 AM
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both options seem lovely, however somewhat pricey given they require a 2 night stay.... perhaps I might have to find something cheaper or do a vacation rental...
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 11:18 AM
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Olema or Point Reyes area.
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 11:59 AM
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if you're willing to drive 1 more hour, Mendocino is really nice. Can be a little cold around this time but very scenic, lots of restaurants and things to do.
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 01:46 PM
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Check out rentals for Point Reyes National Seashore. Lots of nice places to stay.
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 01:47 PM
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Manka's Lodge in Inverness might do very well.
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 01:53 PM
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deeman: You might look at the Seacliff
in Gualala-Much nicer than the motel in it's name and not as pricey as Bodega Bay Lodge or Mankas (although those are
very nice places!)
www.seacliffmotel.com
R5
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 03:10 PM
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I always enjoy weekends in Occidental and Healdsburg, both in Sonoma County. Neither is near the ocean, though Russian River practically connects the two.
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Old Jan 14th, 2004 | 03:46 PM
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wow the seacliff is pretty amazing.. little bit on the far side though... might look into that a bit seriously as "the price is right"

thank you EVERYONE for your ideas!
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