Ocean House Northern
- 575 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King bed
About this room
Ocean House Northern at Post Ranch Inn is a 575 sq. ft. ocean-view haven perched above the Pacific, designed for two adults seeking a serene Big Sur escape. Floor-to-ceiling vistas frame the coastline from a thoughtfully appointed bedroom with heating and air conditioning, premium bedding and a pillowtop mattress that invite slow mornings and quiet evenings beside a fireplace.
The room sleeps two guests on a single king bed and includes a private bathroom with a deep soaking bathtub and a shower/bathtub combination. Plush bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries — shampoo, soap and other amenities — are provided, along with a hair dryer and towels. In-room conveniences include an iPod dock, tablet computer, free WiFi, free local calls, electrical adapters and guidebooks, plus ironing equipment on request and daily housekeeping with turndown service.
Your stay includes a suite of complimentary resort offerings: daily breakfast at Sierra Mar for overnight guests, access to the inn’s pools and 24‑hour fitness center, valet or self-parking, and use of Lexus vehicles. The in-room mini-bar is stocked and complimentary inclusions extend to free bottled water, limited-hours room service and the option to arrange in-room massages. Post Ranch Inn’s programming also provides guided nature walks, morning yoga and other resort activities, all intended to complement the quiet, adults-only setting and make your stay on the cliffs of Big Sur effortless and restorative.
What's included
- Ocean views across the Pacific from cliffs 1,200 feet above the water
- 575 sq. ft. retreat with a bedroom, bathroom and fireplace beneath wide ocean views
- One king bed with pillowtop mattress and premium bedding, sleeping two guests
- Private bathroom with deep soaking tub, shower, robes, slippers and designer toiletries
- Fireplace-warmed room with guidebooks, local maps and an iPod dock for slow evenings
- Free stocked minibar, with complimentary bottled water and champagne service
- No television, but a tablet, tea maker, kettle, free WiFi and limited-hours room service
- Daily breakfast, pools, 24-hour fitness center, valet parking, Lexus use and resort activities included
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What is the view like from the Ocean House Northern at Post Ranch Inn?
As the name suggests, this is an ocean-view room. Post Ranch Inn sits atop cliffs about 1,200 feet above the Pacific along Highway 1 in Big Sur, so the outlook is over the coastline. Big Sur is also one of the few places in the world where California condors can be seen, and guests are encouraged to watch for them from their rooms.
How big is the Ocean House Northern and who does it sleep?
The room is 575 sq. ft. with one king bed, a pillowtop mattress and premium bedding. It sleeps two guests. All rooms at Post Ranch Inn are limited to two people because each has a single king bed.
Can we bring children, or is this room suited to families?
Post Ranch Inn is an adults-only retreat built for relaxing and nurturing relationships, and it has no children's programs. The minimum age to check in is 18. Guests under 18 must stay with an adult, and the inn recommends contacting reservations in advance to discuss suitable rooms. With one king bed and a two-person limit, the Ocean House Northern is best for couples.
What is the bathroom like?
The room has a private bathroom with a deep soaking bathtub and a shower/bathtub combination. Bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries (including shampoo and soap), towels and a hair dryer are provided.
Does the room have a television?
No. Guestrooms at Post Ranch Inn do not have televisions or alarm clocks. The room instead has an iPod dock, a tablet computer, free WiFi, free local calls, guidebooks and local maps. It also has a fireplace, a coffee/tea maker and an electric kettle.
What is included when I book the Ocean House Northern?
The rate includes daily breakfast at Sierra Mar, which is reserved for overnight guests. It also includes a stocked in-room minibar, access to the pools and the 24-hour fitness center, valet or self-parking, and use of Lexus vehicles. Resort activities such as daily yoga and meditation, guided nature walks and garden tours are included too. There is no separate resort fee, though nightly taxes and tourism assessments apply.
Where can we eat, and how do the pools work?
Sierra Mar is the inn's cliffside restaurant, with ocean views, a Michelin Green Star and a Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning wine list. Breakfast runs 7:30 to 10:30 AM, lunch 12:00 to 3:00 PM and dinner 5:30 to 9:00 PM, and dinner reservations are required. The property has three outdoor pools: two cliffside infinity basking pools kept around 104°F and a separate lap pool. Pool access is open 24 hours.
Do I need a car, and how do I get to Post Ranch Inn?
Yes, a car is essential. Big Sur has no meaningful public transport, and rideshare is unreliable south of Carmel. The nearest airport is Monterey (MRY), about an hour's drive away. The inn is about 150 miles south of San Francisco. Highway 1 can close after landslides, so check road conditions before you travel.
What are the stay requirements for this room?
Check-in is at 4:00 p.m. and check-out is at 12:00 noon. A two-night minimum stay is required. All rooms are non-smoking. Pets are not allowed, though trained service animals are permitted. The remaining balance is charged to your card 14 days before arrival.
What can we do around the inn during a stay?
Guests can join complimentary morning yoga, forest meditation, guided nature hikes, birdwatching, art walks and a Chef's Garden tour. Billy's Trail runs through the property. The Post Ranch Spa is open 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, and many treatments can be given in your room or on a private deck. Pfeiffer Beach is about a 10-minute drive away, and Hawthorne Gallery is within walking distance.
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575 sq. ft. / 2 Guests
Ocean House Northern at Post Ranch Inn is a 575 sq. ft. ocean-view haven perched above the Pacific, designed for two adults seeking a serene Big Sur escape. Floor-to-ceiling vistas frame the coastline from a thoughtfully appointed bedroom with heating and air conditioning, premium bedding and a pillowtop mattress that invite slow mornings and quiet evenings beside a fireplace. The room sleeps two guests on a single king bed and includes a private bathroom with a deep soaking bathtub and a shower/bathtub combination. Plush bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries — shampoo, soap and other amenities — are provided, along with a hair dryer and towels. In-room conveniences include an iPod dock, tablet computer, free WiFi, free local calls, electrical adapters and guidebooks, plus ironing equipment on request and daily housekeeping with turndown service.
What's included
- Ocean views across the Pacific from cliffs 1,200 feet above the water
- 575 sq. ft. retreat with a bedroom, bathroom and fireplace beneath wide ocean views
- One king bed with pillowtop mattress and premium bedding, sleeping two guests
- Private bathroom with deep soaking tub, shower, robes, slippers and designer toiletries
- Fireplace-warmed room with guidebooks, local maps and an iPod dock for slow evenings
- Free stocked minibar, with complimentary bottled water and champagne service
- No television, but a tablet, tea maker, kettle, free WiFi and limited-hours room service
- Daily breakfast, pools, 24-hour fitness center, valet parking, Lexus use and resort activities included