Cam and I spent a night at the lovely Carmel Valley Ranch last week and for the majority of the time you would have found us right here, in this beautiful cabana next to the pool and infinity jacuzzi. The ranch is a gorgeous property. There’s deer and wild turkeys that roam their vineyards and lavender fields, roses and flowers everywhere. There’s all kinds of things to do like spend an afternoon with the ranch beekeeper or vintner, or hike, but since I can’t exercise at all and have to be off my feet as much as possible for the rest of my pregnancy, we didn’t move much from our spot. And it was amazing! We got to read the entire day and nap in the sun, talk, and have uninterrupted time together. I cherish every second I get with that man!
We ate dinner on the outdoor courtyard at Cafe Rustica in Carmel Valley and couldn’t recommend it enough! We had the best fried calamari that we’ve possibly ever had, a big roast chicken salad filled with grilled veggies for me and the house pasta and wine for Cam. It was all delicious. And if there’s one thing you can’t miss at the ranch, it’s their nightly s’mores. They have a bonfire pit with adirondack chairs next to the pool with a cart full of everything you need to sit back and relax underneath the stars and eat as many s’mores as your tummy can take. After one night and two afternoons there, we felt so relaxed and refreshed. Thank you so much Nana Beth for happily taking on your sweet, wild man grandson so we could get away. We are still feeling so thankful!
Also… if you ever get to stay at Carmel Valley Ranch, try to go on a weeknight and be sure to ask if there are any discounts offered. I asked if there was a discount for locals (there wasn’t) but they kindly gave us a nice one anyways plus a room upgrade to a beautiful suite with a wraparound deck!
Katie says
It snowed here in Germany today…I want to climb into your pictures just to feel some of that warm sunshine!
Amanda Marshall says
I just read on your blog that it was getting sunny so boooo… soon enough!!
Tim and Lanna Britt says
you look adorable! So glad you guys got a mini-getaway in lieu of Croatia!! Rest up! Oh and I'm sending you the girly clothes this weekend!! Sorry it's taken me awhile to get them to post office! 🙂
love lanneybear
Amanda Marshall says
Yay, thanks Lanney!!! Love you
Colleen says
Oh my goodness, that place looks so magical. What a gift to spend that time away just the two of you!
Amanda Marshall says
It really was! Thanks, Colleen!
Nicholle Montalvo says
You are gorgeous, as always! CVR looks like the best getaway – I love that you are able to go for one night, not forced into two like a lot of places. Hopefully someday we can sneak away ourselves! 😀
Amanda Marshall says
I hope you get to! 🙂
Sarah Tucker says
What an amazing getaway and well deserved! dying to make it out that way one day with JB. You look gorrrrrgeous. love you love you.
Amanda Marshall says
I hope you get to, though I'd rather you make it out to Croatia first 😉 love you!
jewelswandering.com says
I've stumbled across your blog and can I say, I'm totally crushing on it! <3
Amanda Marshall says
Aw, thank you so much!!
Cara says
Gorgeous! I think I'd get all pruney just sitting in that pool all day. Glad you guys got a little getaway for yourselves!
Alex says
This looks like HEAVEN!!