A really wonderful lodge
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 8/17/07
We loved the Bernardus Lodge so much that we decided to extend our stay for an extra night. And this is why:
The service is above average. Every single staff member that we talked to was kind and eager to help.
The setting is amazing!! The lodge is so peaceful and the views of the vineyards and mountains are beautiful!!
And if you like to play croquet, the Bernardus Lodge is your paradise!!!
Although the prices were quite high for us, it was definitely worth every single penny because unlike most hotels (that charge you $4 when you want to take a water bottle or a snack from the mini bar in your room), the Bernardus is completely different. The Bernardus does not "nickel and dime" you. Waiting in your room when you check in are complementary bottles of wine, water, soda, and delicious cookies!! Additionally, the lobby has complementary coffee every morning and the spa always has complementary tea.
I would definitely recommend the Bernardus Lodge to adults and teenagers but I would not recommend it to families traveling with young children.
If I was ever in the area again, I would definitely return to the Bernardus Lodge!!!!!!!!