Tree Bones Resort
- June 26, 2006
- Rated 5 of 5 by
modernist from Cambridge, Massachusetts
Between San Simeon (25 miles to the south) and Monterey (65 miles to the north), I found a very unique place for lodging. With Hindsight, I would have much preferred to stay at this unusal place rather than a hum drum lodging in Monterey.
"Tree Bones was created by owners John and Corinne Handy and their family whose long time dream has been to provide a unique and "close to nature" stay for those visiting the southern part of California's dramatic and breathtaking Big Sur Coast," is how the brochure describes th collection of modern Yurt's that comprises the Tree Bones resort. Yurt is a circular domed tent, originally used by the Mongol nomads of Siberia. However these Yurts have all the modern conveniences of polished wood floors, hot and cold running water in each Yurt, wood burning stove, and also in the middle of the Yurt is plexi glass dome so you can see the moon at night. There is also electricity in the Yurts, plus a heating system when the nights get too cold. There is a impressively clean, four-star hotel quality, bathroom and shower facility that is shared by the entire complex. There is also a dining area in which waffles are served for breakfast. There is also a small pool which overlooks the Pacific Ocean. This place can be a great base for exploring Big Sur area. Make sure you have reservations.
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