This is an enduring work of ecological harmony. The Inn is softly sewn into the bold, rusticity of the landscape. There is a prevailing sense of timelessness. N epenthe, a restaurant created by Lolly Fassett, grand daughter of a Carmel founder, is a destination, and a whole new trip. World famous for the views, chimes, bonfires, moonlight dancing, and ambrosia burgers, Nepenthe is remembered mostly for rare ambiance.
T here is simply the pleasurable sensation of the earth moving about in the galaxy.
The Sea is so far below, but so compelling, you feel like you are riding on it. It seems so distant, it appears soft and harmless, like a big mattress. T he wind whispers through the canyons up from the ocean and into the forest. Colors change around the hills all day long, and the sage, berry, pine, canyon creek and sea mist scents strafe around. O riginally the sight was a private lodge, the Coastland Trails Club - Or, The Trail Club of Jolon.