PRESEASON HOLIDAY GUIDE 96 South Bay Accent ed by the rustic beauty of the Sierra Nevada. It is just one mile from the Heavenly Mountain Resort Ski Area and all the action of the South Shore casinos. Lakeland’s free private shuttles make getting around easy. Or you can stay put, and enjoy the resort’s outdoor heated pool, hot tubs, sauna and fitness room. Costanoa Lodge and Camp. 2001 Rossi Road, Pescadero, 650/879-1100. www.costanoa.com. The tranquil surroundings of Costanoa Lodge and Camp make for a calming getaway, a welcome pre- or post-holiday treat. Situated on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, just off scenic Highway 1, Costanoa is surrounded by endless acres of undisturbed wilderness, rolling coastal hills and secluded beaches. Guests have a variety of green-certified accommodations, starting with the luxury of the camp’s expansive lodge and including more rustic but comfortable options such as the Douglas Fir cabins and cozy tent bungalows. After a day of hiking, mountain biking or kayaking, enjoy a relaxing massage at the on-site spa followed by a meal of farm-inspired California coastal cuisine at Cascade Bar & Grill. Special weekend packages for both couples and families are offered. Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite. 1122 Highway 41, Fish Camp, 877/313-2711. www.tenayalodge.com. Bring the family this holiday season and join in the traditions at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite, beginning with a Thanksgiving buffet and the lighting of Tenaya’s 30-foot lobby Christmas tree. The season’s festivities include gingerbread house workshops, horse-drawn sleigh rides, ice skating, kid’s dinner with Santa Claus and more. For those prepared to party join Tenaya Lodge for the annual New Year’s Eve Celebration. Enjoy a performance by comedian Dick Hardwick then dance the night away with The Valley Cats. Book the all-inclusive package and receive two-nights of accommodation in a newly renovated room, two tickets to the soiree, breakfast for two each morning and late check out. Tenaya Lodge is the ideal getaway for the holidays. Experience Yosemite’s inspiring vistas, the serenity of the wooded surroundings of the Sierra Nevada and the iconic scenery—and create new family traditions for the holidays or any time of year. SHOPPING & HOME DÉCOR California Stools, Bars and Dinettes. 1272 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose, 408/294-7353; 930 El Camino Real, San Carlos, 650/591-3900; 571 Contra Costa Blvd., Pleasant Hill, 925/825-6888. www. castoolsbarsdinettes.com. Do your holiday shopping in style by replacing your outdated dining set, pub table or bar stools with beautiful new ones from this locally owned business, offering the largest selection of bar stools and dining sets in Northern California. Just in time for the holiday party season, give your home an upgrade that both guests and family are sure to enjoy. For more than 30 years, customers have relied on excellent service, friendly expertise, great prices and fast, convenient delivery at California Stools, Bars and Dinettes, where the motto is “Quality You Can Afford.” Filoli. 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, 650/364-8300. www. filoli.org. Add some magic to the season with a visit to beautiful Filoli. From Nov. 25 through Dec. 3, the historic mansion is decked out for a spectacular fundraising event— Holiday Traditions. The manor dazzles with stunning decorations‚ a holiday boutique, strolling musicians, gourmet bistro fare, children’s lunches and fun-filled appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Visitors shop for unique gifts— clothing, jewelry and home décor—knowing their purchases will help keep Filoli a public treasure for generations to come. And for a brilliant gift that keeps on giving, consider an annual membership to this bucolic country estate. Members enjoy unlimited visits from February to October, strolling Filoli’s gorgeous gardens, hiking scenic trails and receiving discounts on classes and special events. Gregory Deane Studio. 4075 Transport St., Palo Alto, 650/424-1970. www.gregorydeane.com. Bring vibrant color and creativity into your home for the holidays and beyond with artwork by the Bay Area’s own Gregory Deane. A critically-acclaimed expressionist, Deane seeks to evoke powerful feelings in the viewers of his exuberant abstract paintings. “The emotion in my work comes from somewhere within, and can speak to the inner part of each person,” he says. Deane’s work is regularly featured in major galleries throughout the United States and Europe, and appears in private collections around the world. Inspired by his travels, he has recently turned toward mixed media, incorporating antique papers, found textural items, images and printed words to enhance the spatial depth of his pieces. To view Deane’s work, call the studio for an appointment. An artistic feast awaits you. Home Consignment Center. Mountain View, 650/964- 7212; Campbell, 408/871-8890; San Carlos, 650/508-8317. www.thehomeconsignmentcenter.com. Every day feels like a holiday at the Home Consignment Center, where fine quality vintage and contemporary jewelry awaits the savvy shopper. Not only do visitors pay only resale prices on the extensive and ever-changing collection of consignment gems, platinum, gold, diamonds and fine watches, but on-site jewelers also inspect all items—so quality and peace
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