3. There are many resources available that outline the many local attractions in Monterey County. Since the Captain's Castle is a unique property in an incredible location the Captain will step out on the plank and list some of his favorites, many of which are walkable:
Restaurants & Bars:
1. Best Seafood - Fish Hopper on Cannery Row. (http://www.fishhopper.com/monterey/)
2. Best Neighborhood Mexican - Mando's on Fountain Street in Pacific Grove.
3. Best Tropical Bar & Grill - Hulas Island Grill on Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. (http://www.hulastiki.com/)
4. Best Neighborhood Pub - British Bulldog Pub on Lighthouse in Monterey.
5. Best Beer Selection - Cannery Row Brewing Company on Prescott. (http://canneryrowbrewingcompany.com/
6. Best Cafe for Breakfast - Red House Cafe on Lighthouse in Pacific Grove. (http://redhousecafe.com/)
7. Best Mediterranean - Dametra Cafe on Ocean Avenue in Carmel. (http://dametracafe.com/)
8. Best French Bistro - Bistro Moulin on Wave Street in Monterey. (http://bistromoulin.com/)
9. Coolest Upscale Restaurant - Restaurant 1833 on Hartnell Street in Monterey. (http://www.restaurant1833.com/)
10. Best Spot for Live Music - Sly McFly's on Cannery Row.
11. Most Reasonable Mark Ups on Wine - Passionfish on Lighthouse in Pacific Grove. (http://www.passionfish.net/)
12. Largest Wine By the Glass Pours - International Cuisine on Lighthouse in Pacific Grove.
13. Most Reasonably Priced Italian with a View - Louie Linguini's on Cannery Row. ( http://www.letseat.at/louielinguinis)
14. Best Bakery - Pavel's Backerei on Forest in PG. Unbelievable chocolate croissants, fresh bread. Closed Sunday and Monday though.
15. Best Restaurant within Walking Distance - Jennini's Wine Bar & Kitchen in downtown PG.
16. Special Shout Out to The Beach House at Lover's Point - the closest restaurant to the Castle, with great views and good food.
For a complete listing of area activities:
http://www.seemonterey.com/things-to-do/
Among the many outstanding events throughout the year several stand out:
1. Pebble Beach CONCOURS d'ELEGANCE
This is more than a classic car show but a celebration of the automobile. Usually held in mid-August, the Captain's Castle is a perfect accommodation by setting the historical tone for your stay. With ample parking for three cars, one in a lockable garage, you can feel secure driving your own vintage auto to Pacific Grove. For more info: www.pebblebeachconcours.net/
2. AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am - usually held in February as part of the PGA west coast swing: attpbgolf.com/
3. Monterey Jazz Festival - usually held in September this is a short ride from the Castle: www.montereyjazzfestival.org/
For a video on Pebble Beach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3CqjMK1OqI
For a video on the Carmel Highlands: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKAcPYbmNUM
For a video on the Concours d'Elegance: www.youtube.com/user/PebbleBeachConcours
Restaurants & Bars:
1. Best Seafood - Fish Hopper on Cannery Row. (http://www.fishhopper.com/monterey/)
2. Best Neighborhood Mexican - Mando's on Fountain Street in Pacific Grove.
3. Best Tropical Bar & Grill - Hulas Island Grill on Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. (http://www.hulastiki.com/)
4. Best Neighborhood Pub - British Bulldog Pub on Lighthouse in Monterey.
5. Best Beer Selection - Cannery Row Brewing Company on Prescott. (http://canneryrowbrewingcompany.com/
6. Best Cafe for Breakfast - Red House Cafe on Lighthouse in Pacific Grove. (http://redhousecafe.com/)
7. Best Mediterranean - Dametra Cafe on Ocean Avenue in Carmel. (http://dametracafe.com/)
8. Best French Bistro - Bistro Moulin on Wave Street in Monterey. (http://bistromoulin.com/)
9. Coolest Upscale Restaurant - Restaurant 1833 on Hartnell Street in Monterey. (http://www.restaurant1833.com/)
10. Best Spot for Live Music - Sly McFly's on Cannery Row.
11. Most Reasonable Mark Ups on Wine - Passionfish on Lighthouse in Pacific Grove. (http://www.passionfish.net/)
12. Largest Wine By the Glass Pours - International Cuisine on Lighthouse in Pacific Grove.
13. Most Reasonably Priced Italian with a View - Louie Linguini's on Cannery Row. ( http://www.letseat.at/louielinguinis)
14. Best Bakery - Pavel's Backerei on Forest in PG. Unbelievable chocolate croissants, fresh bread. Closed Sunday and Monday though.
15. Best Restaurant within Walking Distance - Jennini's Wine Bar & Kitchen in downtown PG.
16. Special Shout Out to The Beach House at Lover's Point - the closest restaurant to the Castle, with great views and good food.
For a complete listing of area activities:
http://www.seemonterey.com/things-to-do/
Among the many outstanding events throughout the year several stand out:
1. Pebble Beach CONCOURS d'ELEGANCE
This is more than a classic car show but a celebration of the automobile. Usually held in mid-August, the Captain's Castle is a perfect accommodation by setting the historical tone for your stay. With ample parking for three cars, one in a lockable garage, you can feel secure driving your own vintage auto to Pacific Grove. For more info: www.pebblebeachconcours.net/
2. AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am - usually held in February as part of the PGA west coast swing: attpbgolf.com/
3. Monterey Jazz Festival - usually held in September this is a short ride from the Castle: www.montereyjazzfestival.org/
For a video on Pebble Beach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3CqjMK1OqI
For a video on the Carmel Highlands: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKAcPYbmNUM
For a video on the Concours d'Elegance: www.youtube.com/user/PebbleBeachConcours
