San Francisco Chronicle - (Sunday)
Breathtaking seaside, valley courses for all skill levels
decks (some with soaking tubs), fireplaces and access to numerous outdoor activities, among them beekeeping, hilltop yoga, stargazing, falconry, swimming and horseback riding. Midweek rates start at $585, weekend from $670.
1 Old Ranch Road, Carmel, 831-625-9500, www.carmelvalleyranch.com in 1964. Refined in 2015, the tree-lined, par-71 links have since been regularly cited by Greenskeeper.org as having the best playing conditions in Central California. $145-$259
Edgar’s Restaurant recently returned to the Clubhouse with casual California fare and drinks for indooroutdoor lunch or early dinner. Overlooking Mallard Lake, Covey Grill debuted Aug. 1 as an upscale dinner spot with steak specials and an automotive-themed bar.
Through December, rates for a one-night stay with a round of golf for two, including shared cart and practice balls, start at $395 Sunday-Thursday and $495 Friday-Saturday.
8205 Valley Greens Drive, Carmel, 831-624-2888, www.quaillodge.com
The site of the 2018 PGA Professional Championship,
these former Fort Ord fairways reflect military heritage in their names. The Bayonet course, created in 1954 by Gen. Robert B. McClure, took the nickname of the 7th Infantry Light Fighter Division. Ten years later, McClure also honored the 11th Cavalry Regiment, then stationed at Monterey’s Presidio, by giving its nickname to his new Black Horse course. Renovated in 2007-2008, both courses are par 72.
$170-$235; 36hole special $260
The casual, moderately priced Bayonet Grill features local microbrews on tap along with gourmet burgers and tasty breakfast options like huevos rancheros, best savored on sunny days from the patio.
Ask the pro shop about special rates at the nearby Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside that include 36 holes of golf and 20 percent off apparel. Regular weekend rates start at $206.
1 McClure Way, Seaside, 831-899-7271, www.bayonetblackhorse.com