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I Wanted to visit Big Sur and after reading the other reviews I had to check this place out for myself. I'm so glad I did! Richard has created a truly magical getaway in Big Sur. The view, I could go on for days about the view. And the stars at night, unbelievable! Combine those with a cozy cabin with everything you need to feel comfortable. The outdoor shower and bath are the icing on the cake! My daughter and I left refreshed and happy! Don't delay, visit this magical place and give yourself a break. You deserve it :)

Big Sur is magnificent and healing no matter what, but when you actually find a place where you can dive into the beauty and power of it's true essence, you know you found a treasure. Taking a bath and looking at the stars, wale watching while you shower outside, I couldn't wish for anything more. You can be one with nature amd let the magic happen to you. All you have to do is show up and take it all in.

Richard's created a safe niche away from it all. It has everything you need and nothing more. Zoe his dog is the cutest door bell and the chicken lay an egg or two a day for you. Go alone or with your favorite person, all you want is a book and the wish to experience Big Sur in it's purest way. I hope this place will be open to the hungry for nature city people for ever.

I am a stay at home mom of two little ones needing a small break from the daily grind. I needed to get away from television, phones, and civilization in general. I wanted to be off the grid. Richard's place was absolutely perfect. I felt very comfortable and safe there. Now, if you're looking for a place that has room service and pay-per-view, this isn't for you. It's rustic and simple and everyone should try it. I spent two nights and wish I could have stayed longer. The bed must be made from Hogwarts students, because it was magical. The time spent hiking down to and sitting along his creek was rejuvenating. Richard himself was kind, providing, and a wonderful conversationalist if you care for a chat. While you are there, throw a stick for Zoe, hike up to the top of the property, walk your way to Julia Pfeiffer Burns, and definitely, hike down to his creek. Take a bath every night in the rustic tub at the bathhouse (yes, the inside is a little cracked and it is even better for it) and shower surrounded by the splendid outdoors of Big Sur.

I thought long and hard about whether or not I should leave this review. Why?? Because I wanted to keep this gem all to myself. However, that wouldn't be fair to the owner and host who has done a remarkable job creating one of the best hideaways my husband and I have ever experienced. There are very few places in this world where you can actually just be with each other in nature with complete privacy. Richard has done an amazing job with this place. All our needs were met and the accomodations were steller. We woke to birds singing, whales breaching and the creek below. We hiked, lay in the sun, fed the chickens, drank wine with a backdrop of one of the best views I have seen since our last Kauai trip. The best was the double person tub that overlooked the ocean and the trees. We took bubble baths with our wine every night. My only complaint was that we eventually had to say goodbye and hit the asphalt jungle far too soon. Richard was incredibly kind. He brought us fresh eggs, apricots and even beer. His hiking trails are extremely well marked and the wading pools and mini waterfalls were incredible. It was simply one of the most memorable vacations we have ever had. We highly recommend this paradise and will go back again and again.

My fiancee and i were looking for a place to escape the city over Valentine's Day weekend and stumbled upon Richard's oasis. We stayed three nights and by the time our trip was over we were fantasizing about leaving the rat race and finding our own piece of paradise where we could permanently reconnect to what is important. That day may still be quite a way off, but our long weekend on Richard's property made a lasting impression on us. We've both traveled a lot both in the U.S. and around the world, and we've simply never been anywhere so beautiful, so relaxing and so romantic. It was the perfect thing for us leading up to our wedding, allowing us to get away from all of the digital clutter and focus on our relationship. You have complete privacy there. Days were spent cooking delicious meals, drinking wine, exploring the vast property, peering through the binoculars and relaxing on the lounge chairs overlooking the ocean. Nights were spent with more wine, scrabble, star gazing, and enjoying the deepest sleep imaginable. To say that the trailer and bathhouse are well-stocked is an understatement. Bring your favorite food, libations and some clothes but you'll need very little else so save yourself the hassle. Richard is a great guy and you can see his thoughtfulness played out throughout the property. Thank you Richard for the amazing stay - we will be back!