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Howard's End

Petaluma, California.

Howard's End in Petaluma was featured in Sunset Magazine highlighting the architecture and hand craftsmanship of the proprietor, Aaron Crespi. All of the furniture and cabinetry were designed and built by Mr. Crespi.

Bed and Breakfast Description

The building in Aaron Crespi's backyard started life as a small garage. A previous owner did the original conversion, which was somewhat primitive, adding electricity, running water, and a shag carpet. After a small fire damaged the building, Crespi decided to make it a guest cottage.

The project became a creative outlet for Crespi, a furniture designer and builder. His love for wood is evident in the finishes. He used 13 different kinds of wood to build the cabinets, floors, countertops, and shelves. "I think the natural colors of wood are really
beautiful," he says. "When you mix them, they give an interior a rich quality."

He added windows and a skylight to let in maximum natural light. A small room with a slate floor at the front of the building creates a sense of entry. An interior window brings the natural light from this space inside.

To maximize space, Crespi used built-in storage units and added a sleeping loft over the bathroom. He also built a deck and painted the building the same color as the main house for a unified look. "When I don't have guests, I like to hang out on the deck or in the house," he says. "It's a very harmonious space."

There is a two night minimum. Please inquire about extended stay discounts. An extra sleeping loft is available free for children and at an extra charge for adults.

Inn Information

Season: All Year
Rates: 80.00 - 155.00 US Dollars (double occupancy)
Rooms: 1
With private baths: 1
Mealplan: Breakfast included
Food Served:

• Fruit, coffee & orange juice

Payment methods accepted:

• Checks
• Cash

Area Attractions and Activities:

Petaluma is ideally located for easy travel to the Pt. Reyes National Seashore, the Napa and Sonoma Valley Wine Country, and the city by the bay, San Francisco.

The downtown area offers boutique shops, antique stores, a myriad of dining opportunities, and a small selection of theaters.

With the picturesque Pacific Ocean just a short drive away, you have a handful of beautiful beaches to choose from for a lovely afternoon picnic and a fine opportunity for wildlife and landscape photographers.

Restrictions

• Smoking not permitted.
• No access for disabled persons.

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