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Since the opening of Highway 1 in 1937, Gorda has been a stopover oasis for millions of travelers. The gardens and scenic wonders at Gorda are a nature lover's and photographer's paradise. There are many nearby hiking trails, fishing coves, & beaches for surfing and beach combing. Gorda's natural spring water was enjoyed by the Costanoan and Esalen Indian tribes for centuries before Gorda was first settled in 1878 as a stage coach stop. During the Big Sur gold rush in the 1880's Gorda developed into an important mining town bordering the famous Gorda and Los Burros gold mines. Because of the deep waters immediately offshore, Gorda is one of the most unique Pacific locations for whale watching. The beach below Gorda is also a designated sanctuary for a spectacular colony of elephant seals. Facilities Guest Facilities include the World Famous Whale Watcher Cafe, Private & Modern Uniquely Furnished Ocean View Cottages & Studios, The Gorda General Store, The Snack Shack, Romantic Ocean Vista Garden Gazebo & Deck for Weddings & Receptions and Beautiful Garden Areas & Walking Trails. World Famous Scenery This enchanting ocean front resort is on Highway 1, 65 miles south of Carmel, Calif. and 25 miles north of Hearst Castle. The drive to Gorda along the Big Sur Coast is breathtakingly beautiful.

Nestled on the cliffs of Big Sur, California, the Post Ranch Inn provides the ultimate accommodations for a romantic getaway for those seeking a luxurious escape for a honeymoon, anniversary, or a relaxing vacation. The luxury resort’s organic architecture embraces the dramatic beauty of the Big Sur coastline. From here you can explore all that nature has to offer, or take a short drive to the picturesque towns of Monterey and Carmel.

Located off Highway One in Big Sur, this Small Luxury Hotel member is a sanctuary suited to all your needs. Rooms offer a rustic elegance with luxury and comfort. Relax by the pools and take in the views of the Ventana mountains, awaken your senses with an in-room massage, spa treatment, or daily yoga classes. Our award-winning Sierra Mar restaurant offers an awe-inspiring setting overlooking the Pacific Ocean, with stunning views of the Big Sur coast, perfect for a romantic dinner for two. Cliff House With a deck suspended over the cliffs, be closer to the waves than ever before in this extraordinary structure with 960 square feet of livable space. Enter through an enclosed garden courtyard into the secluded glass walled bedroom designed with custom-built furniture and a wood-burning fireplace.  Bathe indoors in the large bathtub and shower, or thrill to the views from the terrace in the hot tub formed from a carved granite boulder.  Details include luxurious amenities, a wet bar, and stained and polished concrete floors with radiant heat. Pacific Suite

The expansive curved interior opens to a glorious ocean view from the living room, the glass wall in the bedroom, and from the window by the oversized bathtub and shower.  On the terrace immerse yourself in the hot tub formed from a carved granite boulder.  In this circular two-story building each suite has 960 square feet of livable space with a private entrance.  Details include custom-built furniture, a wood-burning fireplace, luxurious amenities, a wet bar, and stained and polished concrete floors with radiant heat. Peak House

With a deck suspended over the top of the ridge, this room has 960 square feet of livable space and is situated to showcase an unsurpassed and private mountain view. Enter through an enclosed garden courtyard into the secluded glass walled bedroom designed with custom-built furniture and a wood-burning fireplace.  Bathe indoors in the large bathtub and shower, or soak in the view from the terrace in the hot tub formed from a carved granite boulder.  Details include luxurious amenities, a wet bar, and stained and polished concrete floors with radiant heat. Ocean House These single standing structures have a curved, beamed roof covered with a soft carpet of grass and wildflowers. There are ocean views from the bed, bath, window seat and terrace. If requested, the window seat may be made into a twin bed. The glow from the two-sided fireplace may be seen from the bed and bath. Coast House

The circular design of the Coast House resembles the nearby redwood trees. These two-story duplexes have separate entrances, and a leather couch and coffee table in front of the fireplace. Partial or full ocean views may be seen from the bed, couch, tub and terrace. Tree House

These single standing structures are built nine feet off the ground on stilts with a stairway to each entrance. Triangular in shape, each room has a bed in the center with a window seat, desk and fireplace in the corner. They all accommodate only two people. All Tree Houses are on the inland side with views of the trees and mountains from the windows and terrace. Mountain House

This circular duplex is designed exactly like the Coast House but with views of the Ventana Peaks and Mountains from the bed, couch, tub and terrace. Butterfly House

The six-room building is shaped like a butterfly with wings outstretched. There are three floors included under each wing, one room on each floor. Each room has a view of the trees and the mountains from private decks.

Resort Features Ripplewood Resort features a grocery store, gas station, café and cabins located beside the Big Sur River.

The Cabin rates range from $94.93 to $183.33 per night. The Café entrée prices range from $5 to $12. Breakfast and Lunch are served from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. You can see the café menus Here.

Ripplewood is open year around, except for one week in early December for cleaning and renovations.

Recently Renovated

The new engineering staff at Ripplewood has been making many improvements to the Cabins including: New Carpeting, some new Furniture, and new Mattresses in all cabins, as well as Stoves, Refrigerators, and Heaters. They have been constantly working to improve the fixtures, while maintaining the rustic feel of the cabins since the new owners took over in January 2006.

Cabins & Rates River Cabins

Cabin 1 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen, Deck, Fireplace: $165.00 plus
tax per night.

Cabin 2 - 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Deck: $129.00 plus tax per night.

Cabin 3 - 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Deck: $129.00 plus tax per night.

Cabin 4 - 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Deck, Fireplace: $145.00 plus tax per night.

Cabin 5 - 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Fireplace: $145.00 plus tax per night.

Cabin 6 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed, Kitchen: $129.00 plus tax per night.

Cabin 7 - 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Fireplace: $145.00 plus tax per night.

Cabin 8 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen, Deck, Fireplace: $150.00 plus
tax per night.

Cabin 9 - 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Deck: $129.00 plus tax per night.


Lower Hillside

Cabin 10 - 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds, Kitchen, Fireplace: $145.00 plus tax per
night.

Cabin 11 - 2 Queen Beds: $105.00 plus tax per night.


Upper Hillside

Cabin 12A - 1 Queen Bed (Duplex Unit): $95.00 plus tax per night.

Cabin 12B - 1 Queen Bed (Duplex Unit): $95.00 plus tax per night.

Cabin 14 - 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Fireplace: $140.00 plus tax per night.

Cabin 15 - 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed, Kitchen, Fireplace: $175.00 plus tax per
night.

Cabin 16 - 1 Queen Bed, Fold out Couch, Kitchen, Fireplace, Yard: $165.00
plus tax per night.

Cabin 17 - 1 Queen Bed (Upstairs Unit): $100.00 plus tax per night.

Payment & Requirements We recommend that you try and contact us at least three months in advance for weekend bookings, and six months in advance for a specific cabin or location.

We require a prepayment of the first night by Visa or MasterCard. This is refundable less a $5 cancellation fee provided you cancel not less than 72 hours prior to arrival.

We do not accept personal checks or allow pets.

Amenities All of our cabins are supplied with bedding, have daily maid service, and a private bathroom with amenities. All of our Kitchen Units are supplied with utensils, and all of our Fireplace Units are provided with one complimentary bundle of wood per day. All units are provided with a Coffeemaker and Coffee.

We have a two night minimum on the weekends, our check in time is at 3:30pm and check out is 11:00am.

Nestled on a hillside overlooking Big Sur's dramatic Pacific coastline, Ventana offers the ultimate in accommodations for those seeking a romantic getaway, luxurious escape or a relaxing vacation. Spacious suites and guest rooms are elegantly rustic with thoughtful appointments. Located on 243 acres in the heart of Big Sur, the Inn's unique one-and two-story buildings blend seamlessly into their natural surroundings. Dining The Ventana Bistro features a menu that utilizes local, sustainable ingredients from California’s Central Coast to create memorable dishes to pair with our award-winning wine list. Due to the intimate size of the Bistro, advance reservations are recommended, please call 831.667.2331. The Restaurant at Ventana (formerly Cielo) is scheduled to reopen in summer 2009! Spa Allegria Spa embraces the magical "Essence of Big Sur" through the use of natures healing gifts. All treatments are designed to relax and nurture the body and spirit, and rejuvenate and revitalize subtle energies. Choose from a variety of massages in the privacy of your room, on your deck or in our spa, either by yourself or with your partner. Take the opportunity to lose yourself in the fragrance of wild mountain lavender and other natural botanical essences. Our practitioners are dedicated to providing a sensory experience that offers relaxation and connection where one can find inner peace and sanctity. 

Call 831.667.4222 for information and to schedule appointments. Rooms Ventana Guest Rooms
This comfortable room features a king size bed, window seat, well-appointed bathroom and private deck with forest or ocean views. Room is 414 square feet. Ventana Fireplace Room
This comfortable room features a king size bed, wood burning fireplace, window seat, well-appointed bathroom and private deck with forest, meadow or ocean views. Room is 414 to 471 square feet. Superior Fireplace Room
This spacious room features a king size bed, wood burning fireplace, dining alcove, wet bar, window seat, well-appointed bathroom and private deck with forest views. Room is 480 to 485 square feet. Superior Hot Tub Room
This room features a king size bed, wood burning fireplace, window seat and well-appointed bathroom. The 300 square foot deck has a private hot tub and ocean views. Room is 499 square feet. Both rooms are located in the Coast House and can be combined with a common living area. Pacific House Room
This luxurious room features a king size poster bed, wood burning fireplace, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large bathroom with mobile glass windows, oversize soaking tub for two, double vanity sinks and separate shower. The 227 square foot deck has a private hot tub and distant ocean views. Room is 634 square feet. Suites Big Sur Suite
This suite features a king size four poster bed, cozy seating area in front of the wood burning fireplace, dining alcove, wet bar and large bathroom with oversize soaking tub for two, double vanity sinks, separate shower and dressing area. The 300 square foot deck provides ocean or forest canyon views. Suite is 619 square feet. Big Sur Spa Suite
This suite features a king size four poster bed, cozy seating area in front of the wood burning fireplace, dining alcove, wet bar and large bathroom with oversize soaking tub for two, double vanity sinks, separate shower and dressing area. The 300 square foot deck has an oversize hammock, private hot tub and ocean or forest canyon views. Suite is 619 square feet. Vista Hot Tub Suite
This suite features a king size four poster bed, a cozy seating area in front of the wood burning fireplace, dining area, wet bar and large bathroom with oversize soaking tub for two, double vanity sinks, separate shower and dressing area. The 600 square foot deck has an oversized hammock, private hot tub and meadow views. Suite is 773 square feet. Villas & Houses Big Sur Villas
Villas are upstairs/downstairs accommodations. First floor features a living room, queen size sofa bed pull out, wood burning fireplace, dining alcove, wet bar, window seat and a private deck. Second floor offers a bedroom with king size bed, bathroom and a private balcony. Big Sur Villa square footage ranges from 930 to 1198 square feet. The Cottage House
This luxurious free standing unit features a king size hour poster bed, cozy seating area in front of the wood burning fireplace, dining alcove, wet bar and large bathroom with oversize soaking tub for two, double vanity sinks, separate shower and dressing area. The 600 square foot deck has an oversized hammock, private hot tub and amazing forest canyon views. Room is 722 square feet. The Sur House
The Sur House is free standing unit near the property entrance. It has a lofted style bedroom with a king size bed, bathroom with double vanity sink, and bathtub and shower combination. Downstairs has a cozy seating area in front of the wood burning fireplace, full kitchen and dinning alcove. The 600 square foot deck has an oversized hammock, private hot tub and ocean views. Room is 1020 square foot.