Uncanny Valley

I always wonder why I am one of those people who never seems to see any ghosts. I love watching the Ghost Hunters and reading about haunted places, but I just need to see for myself. That’s one reason I went to this place. Tales about the Blue Lady, the resident ghost, were even on Unsolved Mysteries. Though I heard all the ghostly happenings may not be caused just by ghosts, if you catch my drift. So I figured I’d see something.

But somehow I missed the real ghost(s) as well as the faked ones. The hoaxes include the lights above the bar shaking, strange knocking and piano-playing, a chair in the foyer that moves, and a shadow appearing on a stained-glass window. I clearly should have been more prepared.

Besides the hauntings, the views here are excellent. The windows are huge, and there is a patio with blankets and benches as well. You can also wander some of the paths around here, but the signs strongly advise against this. I advise saving up for any food purchases, because this place is pricey.

Getting here is easier than it may look on the map. From highway 1, look for the HUGE sign between Pacifica and Half Moon Bay. You will be guided through the maze by a few other smaller signs. Did I mention this place was used for alcohol-smuggling during Prohibition? Now you know why.

UPDATE: So went back, and got a drink at the bar. Saw the lights jiggle. The bartender make a smile at my reaction, but I don’t think he pressed a button. It’s probably on a timer. My EMF detector picked up no reading when the lights moved. The EMF detector didn’t get much, except for a light plate in the bathroom. My S.O. say the face in the mirror in the bathroom. A much better trip than last time, especially with the super nice barkeep.