Winter Romance In Carmel-By-The-Sea Cypress Inn Rolls Out "Love On The Rocks" Winter Escape

CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA, Calif., Oct. 28, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Carmel-by-the-Sea's iconic Cypress Inn, a 1929 landmark property co-owned by legendary Hollywood actress Doris Day, warms up winter 2015 with a new Love on the Rocks escape.  Set for January 1 – February 28, 2015, the two-night stay includes deluxe accommodations, kayaking for two, on-the-rocks cocktail flight crafted by a resident "startender" and tasty turndown of Lula's Chocolates dark aloha rocky road.  Rates start at $225.00/night, double occupancy, including daily breakfast.  www.cypress-inn.com.

HOLLYWOOD BY THE SEA

From the ornate entrance and stately wrought iron embellishments to clubby Terry's Lounge -- everything about the Cypress Inn speaks to the Golden Age of Hollywood with a sleek retro vibe.  The interior design of all 44 guestrooms and suites -- including the coveted Queen Tower with its triad of impeccable views -- fuses Hollywood glam with Spanish-Moroccan overtones in a fresh spiced-tone palette of paprika, ginger and clove.  Suites step things up a notch with classic silver and copper overtones. 

The Mediterranean-style landmark speaks equal parts Shar-Pei and Sazerac with an animated Yappy Hour and hand-crafted cocktails playing off Day's leading co-stars.   With a sidebar of Pillow Talk playing in the backdrop, Terry's Lounge offers guests of the Love on the Rocks package a spin with the "startender" for a Classic Love on the Rocks Cocktail flight for two.  The lineup kicks off with a sinful French 75 followed by an Old Fashioned and Dark 'n Stormy finale.  Advance reservations required.

KAYAK FOR TWO AT LOVER'S POINT

After a morning scouting Conde Nast Traveler's #2 Best Small Cities in America (2014), stroll of Carmel Beach's  porcelain shoreline or gallop through 100+ art galleries within one square mile, it's time to roll with the waves.  Included in the package is a two-for-one kayak rental experience at Adventures by the Sea, including scouting the rugged shoreline of Lover's Point in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.  Expertly suited up and launched, guests will enjoy a day of play packed with resident sea otters and harbor seals.  The waters also offer a serene urban escape hatch with dramatic backdrops during migration season.  

SCOUT ABOUT

Call is a sea change, or Carmel 2.0.  Once a sleepy seaside village, Carmel-by-the-Sea has stepped up to the plate with a fresh new lineup of eateries, expanded Wine Walk By-the-Sea with 17 venues and top shelf list of culinary and cultural events.  Top picks include the annual Carmel By-the-Glass soiree, Carmel International Film Festival, Days and Nights Festival with Philip Glass, Concours on the Avenue with an exceptional showcase of vintage autos and new Gourmetfest (March/2015).  Just a three-iron from iconic 17-Mile Drive, Carmel-by-the-Sea is a perfect jumping off point for excursions to Big Sur (26 miles), Point Lobos National Reserve, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Carmel Valley. 

LOVE ON THE ROCKS PACKAGE

• Deluxe Accommodations/Daily Breakfast; two night minimum
• Classic Love on the Rocks Cocktail Flight for Two
• Two for One Kayak Rental at Adventures by the Sea
• Turndown of Lula's Chocolates Dark Aloha Rocky Road  
• Starting at $225.00/night, double. Two night minimum, based on availability.  Excludes taxes, blackout periods apply.  No resort fee.
• Reservations:   www.cypress-inn.com; 831.624.3871

BACKSTORY

An iconic landmark since 1929 and part of the elite collection of Carmel Boutique Inns, Cypress Inn embodies Hollywood-by-the-Sea elegance with casual seaside charm.   Co-owned by legendary Hollywood actress and animal rights enthusiast Doris Day, the 44-guestroom property is set in a Mediterranean footprint with vaulted ceilings, airy courtyards, in-room fireplaces and a crisp, contemporary décor.   Ideally located just blocks from Carmel Beach and walking distance to 100+ art galleries, Cypress Inn offers afternoon tea, a pet-friendly Yappy Hour and sustainable dining menu at Terry's Restaurant + Lounge, Carmel's first Seafood Watch program participant.  Carmel-by-the-Sea is one square mile of incorporated city set along Carmel Bay on the Monterey Peninsula.  It is located 120 mi./192 km., south of San Francisco and 350 mi./560 km., north of Los Angeles.   The Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) is served by non-stop flights from Denver (DIA), Las Vegas (LAS), Los Angeles (LAX), Phoenix (PHX), San Diego (SAN) and San Francisco (SFO).

Info:  www.cypress-inn.com; www.carmelcalifornia.org

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