Top 14 Most Romantic Inns in California

A chance to check out some of the most romantic getwaways in the Golden State!

Photos: CeliaSue Hecht

(PACIFIC GROVE, Calif.) - For Valentine's Day, a June wedding, or any special romantic occasion(anniversary), here are my picks for THE 14 most romantic inns in California.

Whether you enjoy a mountain retreat, an ocean getaway with the sights and sounds of undulating ocean waves, or a romantic haven in the desert, this list has something for everyone.

Visit each Website for Valentine and romance special packages. And all of the inns except for The Martine Inn and the Strawberry Creek Inn also are pet friendly so if you don't have a sweetheart, you can always bring your best friend.

1. The Martine Inn, Pacific Grove martineinn.com/wedlocation.html(sweet wedding gardens, perfect for a Victorian wedding)

2. Casa Cody, Inn, Palm Springs (beautifullydecorated, intimate wedding venue and quiet accommodations in theheart of Palm Springs)

3. Blue Whale Inn, Cambria bluewhaleinn.com (honeymooners delight, across from the ocean, lots of amenities anddelicious breakfast, cookies and chocolates, sweets for you and yoursweetie)

4. Strawberry Creek Inn, Idyllwild strawberrycreekinn.com (mountain heaven, eco friendly wedding venue and fabulous breakfasts)

5. Island Hotel in Newport Beach IslandHotel.com (Kai Pua Ritualfor Two at the Island Spa, exemplary service and romantic dinners inthe Palm Terrace Restaurant and Lounge, where couples can woo oneanother with champagne and chocolate desserts in the unique CocoaLounge)

6. MacCallum House, Mendocino maccallumhouse.com (hottub under the stars, fabulous wedding venue and phenomenal food) American Historic Inns, Inc. (AHI), publisher of more than 2.7 millionguidebooks and parent company to iLoveInns.com, an award-winning Website, has announced their 2009 Top 10 Romantic Inns and MacCallumHouse is numero uno... iloveinns.com/2009Top10RomanticInns.htm

7. Point Reyes oldpointreyesschoolhouse.com/barn_loft/index.htm (adorable barn loft with views, kitchenette, and ocean nearby)

8. Hilton Waterfront hotel, Huntington Beach waterfrontresort.com (gorgeous ocean views and luxurious accommodations)

9. Greenwood Pier Inn & Cafe, Elk greenwoodpierinn.com (spectacular views, lovely wedding venue and intimate setting)

10. Little River Inn, Little River littleriverinn.com (amazing ocean views on the patios for two, hot tub for two inside the room and fireplace plus relaxing spa treatments)

11. Howard Creek Ranch, Westport howardcreekranch.com (oceanfront farm and intimate and serene setting) Rated by Vacation Magazine as one of the best romantic places to stay.

12. Vagabond Inn Carmel vagabondshouseinn.com (charming guest rooms with fireplaces, private baths and private entrances)

13. Stanford Inn by the Sea, Little River stanfordinn.com (enchanting wood burning fireplaces, massages in the forest, and gourmet organic cuisine)

14. Inn at Schoolhouse Creek, Little Riverhttp: schoolhousecreek.com (spa and massage experiences in a cozy yurt, beautiful ocean view hot tub and sauna, and two-person in-room Jacuzzis)

-- At a loss for words, contact: CeliaSue Hecht, aka the Writing Wiz regularly writes press releases that get published, writes and edits newsletters and website copy and blogs and obtains media coverage in local and national newspapers and magazines for authors, professionals and small business owners.

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