See for yourself
• Fairview Manor's colorful history has unfolded in the mountains of Ben Lomond, California for more than a half century. Add in two generations of gracious hospitality, and you have the making of a great getaway, free of pretensions
• Outdoors, miles of trails wind through redwood forests and rambling grounds. Fairview Manor itself is situated in a redwood grove, in the mountains above the San Lorenzo River
• Indoors, each homey room comforts you with a private bath. Spacious common areas feature a giant fire place. In the morning, wake up refreshed, and enjoy a full breakfast
• In walking distance, find two favorite local restaurants. Ciao Bella, is a Back Roads favorite. It wines and dines you in Decor-Gone-Mad. The more down-to-earth Tyrolean Restaurant & Beer Garden serves local Bavarian specialties. Don't miss either one
• You won't believe you're in the mountains when you discover the easy drive to Santa Cruz, UCSC (University of California Santa Cruz), Santa Cruz Natural Bridges, and the Santa Cruz Boardwalk in California's quintessential beach town on the California Central Coast.