Each of our rooms has a special set of journals where our guests have put down their tales, great and small, true and tall. Our diaries contain dreams, fantasies, memories, hopes, histories and more.

"For decades Deetjens guest have used these books to let each other know what they were looking for when they came here, and what they found:

'The first time I came here in '59 I knew I was coming back.  In the 60s I chopped wood for a room and a meal. My third trip In the 90's, good old Deetjens…Thin walls, big fires, friendly people. If heaven isn't like this, I want to be sent back.'.

'On the way here we had a horrible argument. Venomous words with
no regard for the other's feelings flew about the car. We have regained our calm and rekindled our love'.

'Only places of such wondrous character can fool you into thinking you are at home."
- Sunset Magazine

" I am grateful for this little room. Just room enough for your soul. How happy and still I am in Big Sur. And clear. Always. What a lovely, lovely gift this place is. More, more."
-Christina 9-15-91

" I never thought I'd sleep in a bed where so many neurotics and bad poets slept before me. I hope it doesn't affect my sleep, because it is-otherwise-very peaceful here. Goodnight,"
-Mitchell 7/11/92

" Deetjens-your healing force once again has renewed my spirit charging me with light and gratitude. Thank you!"

"The Deetjens magic is so strong that love can be rekindled in every room."
-1993