Hofsas House in Carmel- by- the- Sea , offers Holiday ’s Are Where the Heart Is package! Stay at the Hofsas House any date in November and December 2012 and enjoy rate discounts and family fun!

Kids will enjoy ginger bread houses to decorate in-room while adults sip award winning local wines. Whether you are visiting family or just looking for that special holiday getaway, Hofsas House will help make your holidays memorable.

Accommodations start at $179 for a spacious room with two queen beds or for a two bedroom family suite (king with two queen beds, two bathrooms) $239 per night plus taxes. (This includes one Gingerbread making kit, a bottle of award winning Ventana Vineyards Wines and a cheese tray in room upon arrival. Holidays Are Where The Heart Is package must be ordered 72 hours in advance and subject to availability)

Package can be booked through the Hofsas House concierge. Offer valid with a minimum of a 1 night stay at the Hofsas House. Expires December 31 2012. Booking Code: HHHoliday.

The team at the Hofsas House in Carmel-By-The-Sea loves the great outdoors and exploring the Coast.  We offer the perfect European ambiance for hikers! Within minutes of the hotel, you can experience hikes in Pebble Beach, Carmel Valley and Big Sur hiking trails ranging from tranquil walks along a coastal waterfall to miles-long ascents through the redwoods and into the rugged wilderness. After a day of hiking, relax your tired muscles in the hotel’s heated swimming pool or European dry saunas.

This September we invite you to try two new hikes we have found and love!

Bird Rock to Indian Village – Pebble Beach

This casual day hike is a great break from the usual 17-mile Drive for those who want to explore the Del Monte forest that reaches into Pebble Beach.  Start at Bird Rock on the coast and begin a stroll up the coast to Seal Rock before venturing across the sand dunes inland through Monterey pines towards Indian Village.  After one mile you will arrive at a grassy picnic area with a log cabin, named Indian Village for as it was thought to be used by the Costanoan Indians as a spa before the Spanish missionaries arrived in the 1700s.

Duration: 1 hour

Length: 1.5 miles

Difficulty: Beginner/ Casual

Buckeye Nature Trail – Garland Ranch Regional Park, Carmel Valley

Named for its shady Buckeye Trees, take the Buckeye Nature Trail at Garland Ranch Regional Park in Carmel Valley for a moderate hike any time of the year.  Hike along the trial and stop frequently to learn more about the flora that reside in the Carmel area, as well as how natives and settlers used the plants as medicines and foods.  Make sure to grab a map of Garland Ranch at the visitor’s center so you can continue the exploration of the favorite local hiking spot!

Duration: 2 hours

Length: 2 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

From September 1 - 30, 2012 the Hofsas House explores nature with its special Hiking Package. Mention this Hiking Packing when reserving a minimum of two nights and receive a $25 gift certificate to 5th Avenue Deli, the perfect place to get your picnic for the hike. 5th Avenue Deli is located only 2.5 blocks from the hotel. When booking online, indicate HHNature to receive this gift certificate upon arrival. This offer is not valid with any other discounts or promotions.