Penon Blanco Lookout - Joaquin Murrietta Suite

Penon Blanco Lookout Bed & Breakfast



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Penon Blanco Lookout is named for the fire lookout of the same name which was built on the highest peak in the area projecting a majestic brown quartz outcrop marveled by John Muir. Located about 3 miles (as the crow flies) west of the old gold mining town of Coulterville, which is just 31 miles from Yosemite. The inn is built on a 200 acre working cattle ranch that was once used as a resting place for cowboys and their horses on cattle runs.

Today there are still two cattle runs per year. One in May driving the cattle to the high country for the summer, and one in October when they return to the valley. Often times we have guests on those days and it is quite a treat for them to see a truly Western event just as it was done 150 years ago.

Penon Blanco Lookout offers travelers romantic casual luxury. Guests can gather on the lake view patio in summer or before the cozy fire in winter with a glass of wine from our fine extensive selection. At days end guests relax in the spa beneath the sparkling crystal clear stars above. Many shooting stars can be seen and the Milky Way is directly overhead.

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For the hiker, we offer a two mile hike to the original and historic Penon Blanco Fire Lookout accompanied by our two dogs: Chief and Tess. From there guests can explore a cave once occupied as a hideout by the famed outlaw Joaquin Murrietta himself.

In the morning when the guests smell the coffee and tea brewing,
their appetites grow, and they are ready to sit down to a gourmet
champagne, multi- course candlelight breakfast (more like brunch). For those who prefer herb tea, we grow our own herbs.

Guests may choose to be served outside on the parlor deck while taking in the remarkable views or dine in our elegant candlelit dining area. For Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's, your four
night stay includes a holiday feast in addition to the usual great amenities.

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Cribs:
Cribs and high chair are available.

Patio:
Size: 750 square feet Capacity: Meeting 10 / Banquet 50 Meetings can be held on the lakeview patio. There is a large table and chairs for seating up to 10

Complimentary Breakfast:
Penon Blanco Lookout, a unique and romantic bed and breakfast offers it's guests a three course gourmet champagne breakfast between the hours of 7:30 and 10:00 a.m. at your convenience. Be prepared to be hungry!

Free Parking:
Parking is always free at Penon Blanco Lookout, we have a large parking lot with room for boats, trucks and RVs, no hookups.

Other Services:
Restaurant reservations Road conditions Directions and maps Weather reports Itineraries

Translation Service:
We offer German translation services.

Whirlpool / Jacuzzi / Hot Tub:
Our outdoor hot tub seats 8 and is open until 10 P.M.

Beach:
Lakes Mc Clure and Don Pedro offer day camping, sandy beaches and lagoon swimming.

Bicycling / Jogging Trails:
PENON BLANCO LOOKOUT, a unique and romantic bed and breakfast is located directly on the historic JOHN MUIR CORRIDOR, the original and still the best route to Yosemite Valley. Today one can experience this bit of history by bicycling from La Grange up Penon Blanco Road all the way to Yosemite Valley the same way John Muir walked with a flock of sheep in 1869 and discovered Yosemite Valley and the Hetch Hetchy. The whole area is great for bicycling and jogging. Miles and miles of country roads.

Boating:
Any type of boating is available on both Lakes McClure and Don Pedro. Boat and jet ski rentals are available on both lakes.

Casino:
There are two American Indian Casinos nearby.

Fine Dining:
Coulterville offers a restaurant with a full bar, and a cafe with beer and wine. A Bar B Que place with steaks ribs etc. is open during the day. Greeley Hill has a pizza and hamburger restaurant and bar, and a cafe. Don Pedro has pizza and a country club restaurant with a full bar. In nearby towns, there are a variety restaurants, bars and grills.

Fishing:
Both Lakes McClure and Don Pedro sponser live black bass fishing tournaments. Fly fishing is also a favorite. Feel like trout for breakfast today?

Fitness Center / Gym:
One can be found in nearby Sonora.

Golf Course:
Don Pedro, Sonora and Groveland all have golf courses.

Health Spa / Massage:
There are several massage parlors in the area.

Hiking:
Penon Blanco Lookout, a unique and romantic bed and breakfast is situated on 200 hilly acres with panoramic views from it's ridges. One can hike to the original Penon Blanco Lookout atop the highest peak in the area. Walk another 50 feet and an adventurous one can visit a hideout cave once frequented by the famed bandit, Joaquin Murrietta. It requires a little repelling. So try this one at your own risk. Penon Blanco Lookout is located on the historic JOHN MUIR CORRIDOR, the original and still the best route to Yosemite Valley. There are numerous other day hikes nearby, i.e., Yosemite National Park, and the Hetch Hetchy.

Horseback Riding:
If you have a horse, bring it with you. We have a corral and 200 acres for grazing. Water included. Horseback riding lessons are available at a ranch in Don Pedro. They supply the horses.

Museums / Galleries:
Coulterville, at the intersection of Highways 132 and the Golden Chain Highway, Route 49, offers an interesting and informative museum featuring the history of an old gold mining town. A pancake breakfast is sponsered by the History Center each 2nd Sunday of the month, 8-11am.

Nature Preserves / Trails:
PENON BLANCO LOOKOUT, a unique and romantic bed and breakfast is located directly on the historical JOHN MUIR CORRIDOR, the original route, and still the best route, to Yosemite Valley. Other nature preserves and trails include: The Red Hills Yosemite National Park The Hetch Hetchy And many more All nearby!

Repelling:
Moaning Cavern is nearby. It is a 185 foot drop. The brave ones, after repelling down into the cave, can continue on the guided adventure tour deep into the wormholes of the earth. By appointment only - TANDEM HANG GLIDING! right here in Coulterville and can be viewed from our balconies. Let us know you are interested well in advance. ANTIQUING ! Coulterville hosts three antique stores alone. Nearby towns also offer antiquing.

Snow Skiing:
Snow skiing areas nearby are Badger Pass at Yosemite National Park, Dodge Ridge outside of Sonora on Hwy. 108 and Bear Valley Ski Area above Arnold on Hwy. 4.

Swimming Pool - Outdoor:
An outdoor swimming pool is located in the Coulterville Community Park four miles from Penon Blanco Lookout, a unique bed and breakfast.

Tennis:
There are two double tennis courts located in the Coulterville Community Park four miles from Penon Blanco Lookout, a unique bed and breakfast.

Theater:
Nearby Sonora recently opened it's Cinema 10 movie theater. There are three live performing arts theaters in Sonora.

Water Activities:
Water activities include WHITE WATER RAFTING, fishing, swimming, boating, water skiing, sailing, jet skiing. Lakes include McClure and Don Pedro. Rivers include the Tuolomne and the Merced. All are within 1/2 hour or less from Penon Blanco Lookout, a unique and romantic bed and breakfast.

Wine Tasting:
Penon Blanco Lookout, a unique and romantic bed and breafast invites you to taste our own home made wines in addition to a variety of worldwide labels. One can also visit the Ironstone Winery in Murphys whose Museum harbors the largest flake gold nugget in the world found right here in nearby Jamestown.

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Penon Blanco Lookout
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4705 Penon Blanco Rd
Coulterville, CA

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