Banning House Of Two Harbors

Banning House Of Two Harbors - A historic Craftsman-style bed & breakfast with ocean views and complimentary wine hour

Set on a hilltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Two Harbors, Banning House Of Two Harbors is a restored early 20th-century lodge offering 12 individually decorated rooms with private baths, hardwood floors, and seating areas. Some rooms feature sea or mountain views. Guests enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and daily wine and cheese hour with two glasses of wine per person. The property includes a trellised courtyard, solarium, and library with a fireplace. Free WiFi and shuttle service to Two Harbors village operate daily from 9 am to 8 pm. Catalina Express ferry service from San Pedro provides access to the island, with limited transportation options to Avalon via Safari bus. Recreational activities include scuba diving, kayaking, and bicycle rentals.

Pros

The hilltop location offers sweeping views of the Isthmus and Catalina Harbor.

Complimentary wine and cheese hour enhances the guest experience.

Individually decorated rooms preserve the historic lodge's early 20th-century character.

Free shuttle service simplifies travel between the lodge and Two Harbors village.

Proximity to water activities like kayaking and scuba diving.

Cons

Limited ferry schedules may restrict travel flexibility in fall and winter.

Avalon is only accessible via a 2-hour Safari bus ride.