Carmel:  45 minutes
 Los Angeles:  6 hours
 San Diego:  8 hours
 San Francisco:  3 hours
 San Jose:  2 hours

Airport Information:

The Monterey Peninsula Airport is the closest airport, located 35 miles away in Monterey. Major and commuter airlines offer many flights, especially from Los Angeles and San Francisco. Several car rental agencies serve the airport.

Guests should take State Highway One into Big Sur and follow the signs to the Ventana Resort. The private road leading to the house departs from Ventana's grounds. Detailed instructions will be provided to guests when reservations are confirmed.

Dinner on the deck