Point Sur Lighthouse and its supporting lightstation buildings, now a California State Historic Park, stand atop a dramatic volcanic rock just offshore in Big Sur, California. This historic aid-to-navigation has a modern aero-beacon which still guides ships along the treacherous Central California Coast. On the National Register of Historic Places […]
[…]Luis Lighthouse Built in 1890, this well-preserved example of Gothic Prairie architecture still lights the way, visible up to 17 miles offshore. Reach the lighthouse with a docent-led hike along the Pecho Coast Trail, take a shuttle, or even kayak into a nearby cove! Make a tour reservation, and soak […]
[…]a beachfront ceremony, Beach Club cocktail hour and breezy reception beneath romantic string lights. Tour the spacious property with your photographer in a six-seater golf cart and scout out multiple locations for incredible photo opportunities.Looking for a wedding venue that also appeals to your guests? Loved ones will delight in […]
The Cambria Discovery Route highlights 24 points of interest along the northern coast of San Luis Obispo County. Highlights include the historic Piedras Blancas Light Station and Hearst Castle, scenic trails along Moonstone Beach, Santa Rosa Creek and Fern Canyon, plus numerous parks and beaches. You can download the Cambria […]
[…]plus a lush Outdoor Pavilion ready to welcome your reception complete with dance floor, twinkle lights and outdoor kitchen grill located just steps away. With close proximity to the inn’s luxurious guest rooms, you and your wedding party will never need to step foot off of the charming property. Room […]
[…]characters in the creative interpretation of Sherlock’s toughest and most personal case. Music, lights, sound and costumes round out the show and make for excellent entertainment, for all ages. As always, the show ends with a fun vaudeville revue that will put a smile on your face. Under the Boardwalk […]
[…]was no exception. Today, Hearst Castle decks the halls for a special tour in the evening, when lights twinkle brightly. Highlights include Casa del Sol, the grand rooms of Casa Grande, the Kitchen, Theater, both pools and the gardens. (75 minutes; available late November through late December.) Private Tour The […]
[…]and walk the property answering questions. Holiday twilight tours show the estate decked-out in lights and greenery for the season. For folks interested in art and architecture, two tours address those subjects directly, including the “Designing The Dream” tour, which highlights architect Julia Morgan’s process and long working relationship with […]
[…]European art. Although colorful at any time of year, the halls are decked with glittering holiday lights and décor from late November through December. Fall also brings the return of the seasonal evening tours, where staff dress in period costume. Cambria’s East and West VillageJust 6 miles south of Hearst […]
[…]Randolph Hearst decorated his palatial home during the holidays―especially in the evening, with lights all aglow. The Great American Melodrama Holiday Extravaganza is one of the great treasures of SLOCAL’s holiday season, when this beloved theater performance includes a live production of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, plus an uproarious short musical and […]
[…]tree. View Mr. Hearst’s celebrated art collection in the warm glow of thousands of holiday lights. Your knowledgeable guide will share stories of holiday festivities during the estate’s heyday. In 2017, this tour is offered on November 24th and November 25, and again from December 16th through December 30th, with […]
