Discover Julian

Julian is an East County treasure that has been here since 1869. It was once a thriving gold mining town. Today, it's a year-round getaway for the day, a weekend or longer.

Its tiny, four-block long Main Street is home to country stores, wineries, bed & breakfast inns, galleries, romantic restaurants, real estate offices and homemade apple pie served year-round

Getting To Julian

Getting to Julian is easy and it takes less than an hour from almost anywhere in San Diego County. Refer to the county map for directions. Then take either Highway 67, 79 or 78. For more information on visiting Julian, contact the Julian Chamber of Commerce (9) at (760-765-1857) or visit their website at www.julianca.com. They are open daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m

Bed & Breakfasts

Julian is home to 10 romantic bed & breakfast inns that are perfect for a weekend getaway.

Butterfield Bed & Breakfast (1), 2284 Sunset Dr., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-2179). ($135-$185). Five charming rooms, fireplaces, gourmet breakfasts. AAA approved, three diamond rating. (www.butterfieldbandb.com). Credit cards: AE, DISC, MC, VISA.

Eaglenest Bed & Breakfast (11), 2609 D St., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-1252). ($150-$195). Townsite Victorian with great views. Four guest rooms, fireplaces, A/C, pool, spa, private hot tubs, patios, full breakfast and desserts. (www.eaglenestbandb.com). Credit cards: AE, DISC, MC, VISA.

Horseman's Inn (3), 3298 Old Cuyamaca Rd., Julian, CA 92036 (760-
765-1034). ($150-$175). Romantic atmosphere situated on a six-acre horse ranch. Features a fully-equipped kitchen, A/C and heating. (www.horsemansinn.com). Credit cards: AE, DISC, MC, VISA.

Julian Gold Rush Hotel Bed & Breakfast (4), 2032 Main St., Julian CA 92036 (760-765-0201). ($120-$210). Sunset Magazine's “Best of the West Bed & Breakfast.” AAA approved. (www.julianhotel.com). Credit cards: AE, MC, VISA.

Oak Hill Farm Lodging (5), 3333 Coleman Cir., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-2356). ($85-$95). Private baths and entries, pool, continental breakfast. (www.oakhillfarmlodging.com). Credit cards: AE, MC, VISA.

Orchard Hill Country Inn (6), 2502 Washington St., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-1700). ($195-$425). Features 22 rooms. AAA approved, four diamond rating. (www.orchardhill.com). Credit cards: AE, MC, VISA.

Rainbow Hill (7), 1643 Oak Land Rd., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-2644). ($140-$190). Architecture by James Hubbell features stained-glass panels and light sconces, forged metal works and mosaics. Includes desert and ocean views, fireplace, musical waterfall. (www.rainbowhill.com). Credit cards: none.

Shadow Mountain Ranch Bed & Breakfast (8), 2771 Frisius Rd., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-0323). ($130-$150). Themed cottages on 15 acres in the Pine Hills area. Features pool, hot tub, archery, badminton, croquet and horseshoes. Country breakfast and afternoon tea. Credit cards: none.

Villa de Valor-Hildreth House (18), 2020 Third St., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-3865). ($145-$210). Historic and elegant home with suites offering private bathrooms and entrances, fireplaces, parlors, antique furnishings, A/C, TVs, VCRs, DVD players and wireless Internet. Also features evergreen garden with gazebo, fountain pond and private aromatherapy sauna. (www.villadevalor.com). Credit cards: AE, MC, VISA.

Wikiup Bed & Breakfast (10), 1645 Whispering Pines Dr., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-1890). ($175-$195). Secluded and romantic four-bedroom B&B located in the woods one mile from Julian. Features private hot tubs, fireplaces and featherbeds. AAA approved, and three diamond rating. (www.wikiupbnb.com). Credit cards: MC, VISA.

Where to Dine

For delicious barbecue in Julian, visit Bailey Barbecue (17), 2307 Main St. (760-765-3757). Here the meat is cooked for 5-6 hours over California live oak for fully cooked and tender .