Take a field trip to local vineyards and wineries to survey and sample some of the best the area has to offer. If you want to know what makes a great wine, and how you can determine its quality, this class is for you. Situated on Highway 1, only six miles from the world-famous Hearst Castle, our hotel is nestled among 25 acres of Monterey Pines. The rolling hills of the wine country and miles of unspoiled beaches are nearby. The trees and wonderful Mediterranean climate lend a quiet and serene ambiance to the area, which is also a migratiory stop for elephant seals and monarch butterflies.
Rooms have private bath.
A car is needed to enjoy the beautiful central coast. In contrast, a study of nearby tide pools yields information about the smallest sea creatures. Discover this fascinating range of sea life. Archaeology of California Central Coast Study the fascinating science of archaeology. Learn detective work that enables us to know what life was like centuries ago.