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Gingerbread Mansion B & B

Ferdale, California


John C. Jones
Travel/Food Writer

Located at 400 Berding St. in Ferdale, California, this B & B will be sure to “make you feel good all over” all the pampering of beautiful accoutrements designed to spoil you and mesmerize you. It is easily recognized by the landmark peach and yellow Victorian façade that has appeared in numerous prodigious magazines. From the enchanting, captivating front view to the alluring décor of the exquisite rooms you will fall in love with the unforgettable wonder of the Gingerbread Manson.

 

Among the eleven rooms and suites, each elegantly appointed to cater to those of discriminating taste, there are five rooms with striking fireplaces, tubs in front of fireplaces, tubs side-by-side, tubs toe-to-toe, decadent mirrors placed around tubs and fireplaces – all a towering achievement of luxury B & B experience in an awesome and breathtaking setting. Among the eleven unique rooms, there is one designed that will appeal to your expectations, and beyond.

 

Needless to say, the dining will captivate your taste buds with mouthwatering experiences as you sit among the graceful surroundings. Guest there for the afternoon have the opportunity to experience the pizzazz and flair of “high tea.”  Fountain Suite to the left.

 

The gardens are incomparable in their beauty and each is truly a “garden of delights.” “The Gingerbread Mansion 's gardens are an example of late Victorian gardens, encompassing French formal, English formal, and English informal. Beaded topiary mimics the highly ornate beaded fretwork of the mansion's exterior. Serendipitous brick paths meander between tightly trimmed English box woods, leading visitors to secret corners revealing classical statuary, or hedged privets as focal points. Camellias, rhododendrons, and hydrangeas add spectacular color to a garden that is profuse with annuals and perennials. Early spring brings narcissus, daffodils, crocus, and tulips. Fox gloves, fuschias, fever few, marguerites, and columbine offer continuous enjoyment through spring and summer. Spectacular fall color abound with Liquid Ambers, Japanese Maples Cosmos and other fall perennials. During the Winter Season the structure of the garden takes center stage, showing off the ornately trimmed topiary hedges, shrubs and occasional early blooming Camellias.” *From web site below.

 

 

To get there:

On Highway 101 go fifteen miles south of Eureka, turning on the Fernbridge/Ferndale exit. Dive five miles to Main street and turn left at the bank building and the Mansion is only one block away.

Phone 707 786=400

Toll-free 800 952-4136

* http://www.gingerbread-mansion.com/index.html

 

*Pictures furnished by site.

Happy Traveling

 

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