A Disclaimer From AAA

Seeing the full-page ad in Via for Timber Cove Inn in Jenner, my husband suggested we book a visit. I came to TripAdvisor and read him the reviews, which consistently mention a lack of cleanliness. Surprised, I wrote AAA asking why they endorse such a place. Here is their response to my e-mail:

';Any accommodation that wishes to enter into an advertisement agreement with CSAA%26#39;s VIA magazine may advertise in our bi-monthly publication. Not all lodging advertisements that are viewed on CSAA.com or in our VIA magazine are affiliated with AAA. Only those that advertise our AAA orbit logo are AAA approved and/or carry a AAA discount.';

So, just because you see it in Via or on CSAA.com doesn%26#39;t mean it has the AAA stamp of approval. If you%26#39;re counting on that imprimatur, be advised and check it out accordingly.

It%26#39;s sure a good thing we have TripAdvisor.

A Disclaimer From AAA

Up until 2 or 3 yrs ago, we used to stay at Timber Cove regularly and altho%26#39; rooms were dated and furnishings somewhat worn, there were no prob%26#39;s with cleanliness in the rooms we stayed in (well, maybe a stray cobweb or 2, but that%26#39;s all). However, despite it%26#39;s funky charm and fantastic location I felt that the price/value ratio wasn%26#39;t very good. We then stayed at Sea Ranch Lodge (www.searanchlodge.com) located south of Gualala and north of Timber Cove--and have gone there ever since. Very nicely appointed rooms (some have hot tubs and fireplaces), gorgeous views and a very good restaurant on-site. Rates are in the $200 range and I always feel like it%26#39;s a great value even when we stay on a wkend. Timber Cove has been on the market for some time (I believe it still is) and sadly, I think that has negatively impacted the owners%26#39; williness to spend more time/$ on maintenance and upgrades. I would still stay there if it made more sense to be further south along the Sonoma Coast--but given the choice bet. Sea Ranch and Timber Cove, I always choose Sea Ranch.

A Disclaimer From AAA

That%26#39;s a wonderful reference, Forestvillian. Thanks! I%26#39;m going to check it out, since we do regular getaways and are always looking for something worthy. Sure appreciate your post.

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