The Solar Living Center, which serves as the headquarters for the Solar Living Institute, is a world-famous demonstration site for renewable energy, green building, alternative fuels, permaculture, and sustainable living technologies. The 12-acre Solar Living Center is located 95 miles north of San Francisco on Highway 101, approximately a 2 hour drive from the Bay Area.
Camping Onsite at the Solar Living Institute Workshop students are welcome to camp onsite at the Solar Living Center from April 1 to October 31. All campers are required to call us and register a week in advance, and must complete and return a camping reservation form, including: Parking pass, Camping Pass & Policy Agreement. There is a $10 fee for each night, and a $15 fee for RV Hook-up (limited spaces avail.)
Please bring your own camping supplies. Bathrooms with toilets and sinks, an outdoor shower, and kitchen facilities are available. Our interns live onsite, so campers must be respectful and quiet. Please arrive and set up your campsite before 5pm. Recreational vehicles are welcome on a space available basis. If you would like more information about camping on site, or if you would like to camp here, please call our offices.
Sheldon Creek - 40 minutes from Hopland. Six tent sites, picnic tables & fire grills. No reservations, no fee. Contact BLM at 707-468-4000. East from Hopland about 2.5 mi. Turn right onto Old Toll Rd. and go about 8 mi. (last 5 are gravel) from the turn.
Lake Mendocino/Coyote Dam - 25 minutes north of Solar Living Center. Over 300 campsites divided into 3 major areas. Prices range from $10 to $22. Group sites (25 or more people) and day lodges available, boat ramp accessible. No sites have electricity. For information call 707 462-7581; for reservation call 877-444-6777 or visit www.reserveusa.com.
Mayacamus Trail - 30 minutes north and east of Solar Living Center. Cow Mountain Recreation Area. Nine tent sites, piped water, vault toilets, picnic tables, fire grills. No reservations; no fee. Stay limit 14 days. For more information contact Bureau of Land Management at 707-468-4000.
Redwood Empire Fairgrounds RV Park - 20 minutes north of the Solar Living Center.
40 spaces, all have water and electricity, some have sewer. RV $20/night. RV club discounts available. Tent $13.50/night. Stay limit 2 weeks. 1055 N. State St. 707-462-3884 .
K.O.A. Kampgroud – 15 minutes south of Hopland. 60 acres situated among oaks & pines in hills of No.Sonoma County. Pool, fish pond, miniature golf, store & playground. Tent sites $34+, camping cabins 1 room $58+ and 2 room $68+, RV sites w/full hook ups $38+. All rates are for 2 people and 1 car. Additional people or cars are $7.50. Children under 7 free. Group rates available. 26460 River Rd. 800-368-4558.
Dutcher Creek RV Park and Campground - 15 minutes south of Hopland. Tent and RV sites available: 25 acres of quiet country in wine country, just one mile off Highway 101, surrounded by trees and nature. Pool, laundry, showers. Tents-$25/2 people; RV-$30/2 people (full hookups); $4 for each extra person. 230 Theresa Dr., 707-894-4829.
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The Hopland Inn and Restaurant has been charming weekenders, locals, and travelers alike with its 21 elegantly restored rooms, local organic cuisine, inviting bar & bistro, and intimate fireside library for more than 100 years. The best deal in town! Located within walking distance from the Solar Living Center. Special room rates for Solar Living Institute students are $79 per night. Mention code MC0955 & that you are taking a workshop from the Solar Living Institute to receive this special room rate! 72-hour cancellation notice required; two-week cancellation notice is required for holidays. Please inquire about cancellation policies for special events.
13401 S. Highway 101, Hopland CA 95449
Phone: 707.744.1890 • Fax: 707.744.1219 • Toll Free: 800.266.1891
Email: innkeeper@hoplandinn.com
The Benmore Valley Ranch is a unique geological feature, a pristine 800 acre mountain valley located in the hills above Hopland, for the first time, open to the public for recreational use. We have much to offer whether you like a quiet retreat or thrilling bonehead action. Comfortable quarters, private homes or rooms with views of private lakes, wooded hillsides covered in pine, oak, madrone, manzanita, chaparral. All amenities, yet in a remote serene setting with natural healing energy. Houses are booked by the night (2 night minimum) weekly, or monthy. Daily bookings for use of the facilties for 1 day events. Pricing depends on occupancy, cleaning options, catering options, length of the stay, and season.
Phone: 831.334.2898
Email:info@BenmoreValleyRanch.com
Motel 6 in Ukiah, Laundry, outdoor pool, pets accepted. Mention "Code 60" for a special 10% discount of $39.95/night. 1208 S. State St., Ukiah, CA
Phone: 707-468-5404
America's Best Value Inn Mention that your are taking a SLI class, and receive the special rate of $45/night.
1070 S. State St. Ukiah, CA
Phone: 707-462-6657
Days Inn: Continental breakfast, outdoor pool, air-conditioning, free wi-fi hotspot with high-speed internet, pets accepted. Mention that your are taking a SLI class, and receive the special rate of $45.00 per night with 1 bed. Excluding holidays and weekends.
950 N. State St. Ukiah, CA
Phone: 707-462-7584
Super 8: 54 rooms, complimentary continental breakfast, hot tub and outdoor swimming pool. Walking distance to classroom. Mention that your are taking a SLI class, and receive the special rate of $48.88/night.
683 S. Orchard Ave, Ukiah, CA.
Phone: 707-468-8181
Quality Inn Mention that your are taking a SLI class, and receive the special rate of $50/night.
1050 S State St. Ukiah, CA
707-462-2906
www.qualityinn.com
Discovery Inn in Ukiah: 177 rooms, kitchen, phone, TV, air conditioning, heated pool, spa, fitness center, and buffet breakfast. Mention that your are taking a SLI class, and receive the special rate of $59/night.
1340 N. State St., Ukiah, CA
Phone: 707-462-8873
Vagabond Inn Mention that your are taking a SLI class, and receive the special rate of $69/night.
601 Talmage Rd. Ukiah, CA
707-462-8868
www.ukiahlodging.com
Hampton Inn in Ukiah, #1 Rated Hampton Inn in CA. Small, exquisite wine country-style inn. Rooms feature refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer, ironing board and onsite laundry, private patios and balconies. Full hot breakfast with fresh local fruit; exercise room, business center and free WiFi and DSL.
Mention that your are taking a SLI class, and receive the special rate of $89/night.
1160 Airport Park Blvd., Ukiah, CA
Phone: 707-462-6555
Fairfield Inn & Suites: 44 rooms and 12 suites. Continental breakfast, indoor pool and spa, fitness center, laundry, air-conditioning and free internet access. Mention that your are taking a SLI class, and receive the special rate of $99/night.
1140 Airport Park Blvd. Ukiah, CA
Phone: 707-463-3600
Old Crocker Inn in Cloverdale, 1126 Old Crocker Inn Road. 707-894-4000 or 800-716-2007. Private and relaxing on five quiet acres of comfortable hillside charm. Pool & Spa. 8 luxurious, spacious rooms, $145-$235, all with fireplace, air conditioning, private entrances, private baths (some jetted), TV/VCR/DVD, internet. Voted "Best Overall B&B in North America" (Arrington's Book of Lists 2006).
The Shelford House in Cloverdale, 29955 River Rd. 707-894-5956
Beautiful country Victorian house in the vineyards. Full gourmet breakfast provided as well as complimentary bikes. 7 rooms at $115-$250. 2-night minimum stay on weekends. Open May-Nov. Discounts available.
Vintage Towers Inn in Cloverdale, 302 N. Main St. 888-886-9377 or 707-894-4535
Spacious 1901 Queen Anne Victorian mansion on the U.S. register of historic places. Gourmet breakfast, 40-ft veranda w/swing, gazebo. 7 antique filled rooms with private baths, from $95-$185. Specials available.
Cloverdale Bed & Breakfasts, Old Crocker Inn, Tea Garden Inn, Shelford House (also see above), and Vintage Towers Inn (also see above). You can check availability for all four of the inns at http://www.innsofcloverdale.com or by calling (800) 894-1737.
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