Bernardus Lodge & Spa  

Set on 28 acres of vineyards and gardens in Carmel Valley, this luxury lodge & spa channels wine-country cool. You’re minutes from Garland Ranch Regional Park and a handful of tasting rooms, including Bernardus Winery and Talbotts Vineyards. Family-friendly and pet-friendly, it’s an easy base for outdoor adventures and winery hopping.

Rooms and suites pair rustic limestone fireplaces with private balconies or patios and vineyard or mountain views. Expect two-person soaking tubs, separate showers, pillow-top beds with Egyptian cotton and down comforters, plus iPod docks and minibars (some items complimentary). Many rooms include a complimentary in-room wine bar for nightcap vibes.

Soak at the full-service spa with massages and facials, or swim in the outdoor pool and hot tub. Play a set on the tennis courts, stroll the croquet lawn, or hit the fitness centre. There’s a poolside bar, concierge services, babysitting on request, and a tour desk for local excursions—wake up to vineyard views and sea-breeze-adjacent mornings.

Complimentary high-speed wired and wireless internet, a business centre, and 4,000 sq ft of event space with five meeting rooms make it a capable meeting spot. Valet parking is available onsite.

Home to Lucia Restaurant & Bar, the property leans into award-winning, farm-to-table flavors. Enjoy a poolside bar, a coffee shop/café, room service, and full breakfasts served daily (for a fee). Expect local wine-focused touches throughout the dining experiences.