SWEETWATER

Established in 1985, Sweetwater Inn and Spa has been owned and managed by a small group of friends since the beginning. Originally named Sweetwater Gardens, it was the first spa in Mendocino to provide therapeutic massage and remains the only spa in the village with redwood soaking tubs and saunas. Founder John Fliessbach lovingly built the redwood hot tubs and sauna and refurbished the Sweetwater Tower, an original water tower from the 1800s, with the help of his friends. When the Sears House Inn next to the Sweetwater Gardens came up for sale in 1996, John invited his friend Hank McCusker to purchase it with him. John and Hank fixed up the water towers, cottages, and historic Victorian Inn, and the Sweetwater Inn and Spa was born... Located in the village of Mendocino at 44840 Main St., Sweetwater Inn and Spa is across the street from the historic Presbyterian church, a short walk from the beach, and within easy walking distance of shops, galleries, and restaurants. The Inn consists..

Also known as: Sweetwater Spa

Primary location: Mendocino United States