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The highly acclaimed Post Ranch Inn proves once again that bigger doesn't always mean better. Nestled between towering redwoods and the pristine beauty of the Big Sur coast, the intimate thirty-room hotel has received some of the most prestigious recognitions in the travel industry by the Condé Nast Traveler 2003 Readers' Choice Awards Poll, announced during an all-star ceremony in New York. Post Ranch Inn has been recognized as the #1 Hotel in North America and has tied for #1 for 'The Best of The Best in the World' with the highest score of 98.4.

In an elegant event at the New York Guggenheim Museum, hosted by Condé Nast Traveler's Editor-In-Chief Tom Wallace, Post Ranch Inn won two of the most coveted awards of the evening, accepted by Dan Priano, general manager for Post Ranch Inn. In 'The Best of the Best' awards category, Post Ranch Inn was the only North American hotel to place in the top five worldwide. Post Ranch Inn was also one of only six other hotels to have achieved flawless scores for its accommodations.

Regarding the announcement, Mike Freed, the key visionary and managing partner of Post Ranch Inn stated, "It is so thrilling to think that we have been recognized as #1 in both categories and we are only thirty rooms!

Located on Highway One in Big Sur, The Post Ranch Inn is, no doubt, one of the most "rugged elegant" places in the world. In fact, when people ask us to describe a hotel or resort that both fits the aesthetic we are after, and represents the soul of that area, our immediate response is "Are you familiar with The Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur?"

Nature meets nurturing at this intimate and romantic luxury resort. Nestled on the cliffs of Big Sur, overlooking a seemingly endless Pacific Ocean, are ingeniously designed Ocean, Tree and Butterfly Houses, each with a slate spa tub, wood-burning fireplace and a spacious deck with awe-inspiring views.

Enjoy complimentary in-room mini bar filled with snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. An elaborate gourmet breakfast is served each morning at their Sierra Mar restaurant which features unforgettable dining and panoramic views.

Resort Amenities: Infinity Basking Pool, heated lap pool, fitness room, large menu of spa treatments offered in guest rooms or spa treatment rooms; complimentary daily yoga, Tai-Chi, nature walks, sculpture tour and guided hikes.

We recommend taking an adventure to Big Sur and staying at The Post Ranch Inn any time you are looking for an indoor/outdoor sanctuary to rejuvenate your soul, or a place to reconnect with your soul mate. We especially recommend this resort for anyone planning their honeymoon, anniversary, or romantic get-away.

Before deciding "Tree House" vs "Ocean House," we encourage you to read the Style Group.com's Luxury Reviews.

Whether or not you indulge in the Post Ranch Inn, it is worth the journey to their online Photo Gallery, to at least be enticed. At the very least, you will know to consider this rugged elegant place, the next time you are looking for the ultimate sanctuary for your soul.

Inspire & Be Inspired™

~Jennifer & Tim