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New Camaldoli Hermitage

62475 Coast HWY 1 at Lucia, Big Sur, CA 93920
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SSVoyage
Chicago
2 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2011
7
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I stayed in Guest House A and Scholastica, both of which intended for multiple guests and have in-room showers. Both were simple rooms, and clean and cozy. Scholastica is the larger of the two and more isolated as it is a short 5 minute walk from the book store. The monastery grounds are beautiful and the short drive up the... More

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Nattraveler82
Plymouth, Michigan
1 review
5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2011
5
people found this review helpful

I loved it at the monastery. It was beautiful overlooking the pacific ocean surrounded by desert landscape. Very serene and quiet. I felt like I was Eve. No build up of high rise hotels. The nights were pitch dark while small lizards and other creatures roamed the night. More

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Saskia72
Santa Cruz, CA
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 July 2010
7
people found this review helpful

The Hermitage is a very special place - best for those looking for quiet meditation and reflection. The rooms are not luxurious, but are very charming with a private patio and beautiful view. They are single-occupancy only, so if you are traveling with a partner or spouse, you will need to be in separate rooms, but you are allowed to... More

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pirategirrl
tucson
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8 reviews
27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2007
12
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This is not for those looking for luxury, but for peace and serenity it cannot be beat. I'm not much of a camper, so this is a step up from that--your own private room and garden, with a toilet and sink, and shared shower quarters that are very basic. The monastary asks you not to use a hairdryer due to... More

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