View of the Courtyard at the Front of Our Carmel Vacation Home Rental
Location: Carmel By the Sea, Central Coast, California, USA View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 7)
Keywords: House, Carmel Vacation Rental, Vacation Home Rental, Carmel CA, Monterey,
Located in a quiet residential area of Carmel, this single-level, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath single level home (approximately 2300 square feet) is nestled in the woods among beautiful oak and pine trees and is just minutes from the Carmel restaurants, shopping, and beaches and the wineries and golf courses of Carmel Valley.
Our Carmel vacation home sleeps 7 guests (including children) and features 3 bedrooms plus a den—all located on a single level. This beautifully furnished property has carpet in the living room, family room, den, and bedrooms, with wood floors in the entry, kitchen and dining area.
Living Room
In the living room, you’ll find a fireplace and comfortable furnishings and French doors viewing a garden courtyard-- the perfect place to curl up and read a book, or for your family to congregate and play games. In addition to the warmth generated by the fireplace, the Carmel vacation house is heated by a forced air natural gas heating system.
WIFI High Speed Internet service throughout the home.
Family Room
• Seating for 8
• 50” HDTV with Surround Sound
• Stereo with CD, DVD and Cassette player, AM/FM radio
• Half bath Powder Room for larger groups
Master Bedroom
• King size bed
• Private bath equipped with a Jacuzzi tub, plus a separate shower, wall to wall tile, and a double sink
• HDTV Television
Bedroom #2
• Queen size bed
• Shared guest bath equipped with double sink and shower
• Television
Bedroom #3
• Queen size bed
• Shared guest bath equipped with double sink and shower
Study/Den
• Single bed/sofa
• Desk
• Television
Kitchen & Dining Room
The kitchen is fully equipped with gas cook-top, two built-in self-cleaning gas ovens, a microwave oven, a dishwasher, a refrigerator with freezer, and garbage disposal. The dining room seats eight people generously and has French doors that open onto the deck.
Outdoor Living Areas
You will enjoy the outdoor spaces at this property as well as the indoor spaces! The front of the home features a spacious courtyard with an array of potted flowers and plants. The rear of the home offers a deck with a gas grill for barbecuing. Both are great for entertaining or quiet relaxation. The immediate surroundings teem with local wildlife, so don’t be surprised if you find yourself eating breakfast with Bambi and her deer family!
Other Property Features and Amenities
• An additional half-bath provides an additional element of convenience for larger groups
• A washer and dryer are located in a large laundry room for your convenience
• High-speed Internet
Suitability
• Groups of couples, families.
Carmel Area Information
Our vacation home is located in the beautiful town of Carmel in Monterey County, California just minutes away from the seaside village Carmel by the Sea. Carmel is conveniently situated on the Monterey Peninsula between San Francisco (120 miles north of Carmel) and Los Angeles (330 miles south of Carmel) along the California Central Coast. The town of Carmel has been home to many notable residents including Clint Eastwood (who served as mayor from 1986-1988), John Madden, Charles Schwab, photographer Ansel Adams, and authors Beverly Cleary, Sinclair Lewis, and Jack London.
Other nearby cities of interest include Monterey (6 miles), Pebble Beach (6 miles), Pacific Grove (7 miles), Big Sur (26 miles), and Santa Cruz (48 miles).
The closest airport, the Monterey Peninsula airport, is just 15 minutes to the north of our vacation home.
Carmel By the Sea Attractions
The Carmel area features a variety of attractions that will delight adults and kids alike. Theatre and music buffs will love the Golden Bough Playhouse, Forest Theater, and Sunset Center which puts on a number of productions each year, including performances by the Monterey Symphony. History aficionados will enjoy visiting the Tor House and Hawk Tower, First Murphy House, and the Carmel Mission Basilica, an over 230-year-old catholic mission deemed one of the most beautiful on the California coast. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike and bike at one of the many nearby parks including Mission Trail Park and Point Lobos State Reserve.
The Monterey area boasts a variety of golf courses including the Rancho Canada Golf Club, The Golf Club at Quail Lodge, Del Monte Golf Course, Monterrey Pines Golf Course, Tehama Golf Club, Laguna Seca Golf Club, and the Pasadera Country Club.
In the town of Monterey, you’ll find an array of additional attractions including the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Maritime Museum of Monterey.
Carmel by the Sea Events
Each year, the Carmel area hosts a variety of events that may be interest to area visitors. Annual food and wine events include the Annual Masters of Food and Wine, Annual Zin-Q Celebration, Jewish Food Festival, and the Carmel TomatoFest®. Carmel also features arts events like the Carmel Bach Festival, Carmel Shakespeare Festival, Annual Carmel Art Festival, and the Summer Films in the Forest series. Other annual events include: Annual Rio Resolution Run, Jeffers Tor House Garden Party, Carmel Valley Flower and Art Show, California Cowboy Show, Carmel Heritage Society Annual House Tour, Summer Jamboree at Chateau Julien, Annual Khakis Ferrari Event, Annual Carmel Mission Fiesta, Annual Great Sandcastle Contest, Carmel Holiday Tree Lighting, and the Twist & Shout New Years Bash.
Other local events include AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am Golf Tournament, Laguna Seca Racecourse, Pebble Beach Concourse d’Elegance, Monterey Jazz Festival, and Dixieland Monterey.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage : 2 car garage
- Off Street Parking : Circular driveway for several cars.
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Entry Garden and Outdoor deck for relaxing and dining.
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Nestled in Oaks and Pine Trees.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Front courtyard, Deck, 4 televisions, Media Room, forced air natural gas heating system
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Biking
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Wine Tasting, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Big Sur, Pebble Beach, 17 Mile Drive
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Spring 3/1-5/31 ................$2300/week $425/night 3 night min.
Summer 6/1-9/30................ $2800/week
Fall 10/1-11/30.................$2600/week $425/night 3 night min.
Winter 12/1-2/28................$2000/week $400/night 3 night min.
Holidays and Events ............$3000-$4500/week (Concourse, AT&T, Bach)
Payment via Credit card (VISA/MC) or PayPal. $185 Housekeeping fee.
$950 refundable security deposit. Monthly rates available upon request.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Property Photos
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- View of the Courtyard at the Front of Our Carmel Vacation Home Rental - California Vacation Home Rental
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- Living Room with Fireplace and Comfortable Seating for 8 with Game Table for 4 - California Vacation Home Rental
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- Dining with Service for 8. French Doors to Deck for Outdoor Dining! - California Vacation Home Rental
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- Fully-Equipped Kitchen with Gas Cooktop, Dbl. Gas Oven, Microwave and Dishwasher
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- Family Room with HDTV Television, Surround Sound, DVD and Stereo with CD changer
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- Private Deck with Outdoor Seating, BBQ overlooking the Carmel Woods. No Fog!
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- Master Bedroom with King Size Bed and Private Bath with Jacuzzi Tub and Shower
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- Bedroom #2 with Queen Size Bed and Shared Bath with Double Sink and Shower/Tub
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- Bedroom #3 with a Comfortable Queen Size Bed and Shared Bath in Our Carmel Home
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- Fully Equipped Kitchen in Our Cozy Carmel House Rental
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- Enjoy Wildlife from the Deck of Our Private Carmel Home Nestled in the Woods
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- Kitchen/Dining Area
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- Laundry
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- Master Bathroom - 2 Lavs, Shower and Jacuzzi Tub
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- Living Room with Game Area
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- Media Room with HDTV, WIFI, Surround Sound
Traveler Reviews (35)
Carmel Holiday August 2008
Guest: AI
(Gloucestershire UK)
Date of Stay: 08/03/08
Review Submitted: 08/20/08
The house was beautiful, very clean and comfortable with all amenities as advertised. The owner was always extremely helpful to us and gave us lots of useful information both before and during our stay We found it very comfortable and in a lovely location and thoroughly recommend this property. Carmel is a lovely place and we enjoyed divine pastries in the town centre at a french place near Tiffany, pizza at Allegro at The Barnyard, Breakfast at From Scratch, Dinner at The Hogs Breath and particularly liked Pfeifer State Beach and our trip to Nepenthe at Big Sur. Many Thanks Ken for all your help and advice.
Owner response:Glad you had a good time and were able to visit some of the nearby areas in your search for sunshine! Next time try the cheese/wine shop located in the same center as Tiffany's! Its a treat to take to the beach!
Recommended for:People with disabilities, sightseeing, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Beautiful Carmel
Guest: hanfam
(El Salvador)
Date of Stay: 09/06/11
Review Submitted: 10/21/11
My wife and I spent September in this house in Carmel and we wish we could have spent the year!! The house is well located, inland from the coast in a very quiet wooded neighborhood so you don’t get the fog but are 5 minutes to Carmel by the Sea. It was great getting up and having breakfast on the porch and enjoying the weather. The house is just great. Has everything you need. It seemed like we had swapped houses with the owners. The kitchen was complete all the utensils you could need. Like wise with the bathrooms and bedrooms—sheets, towels, hangers. We had 4 guests come down from San Francisco and spend a weekend with us and it worked out just great. Nice golf courses 5 minutes away. If you want to spend a great time in the Monterey area I highly recommend this house.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway.
Perfect location
Guest: Ash
(Chicago)
Date of Stay: 08/07/11
Review Submitted: 08/30/11
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to stay in the Carmel / Monterrey area. The house itself is well appointed and very comfortable but the location is absolutely spectacular ...up in the hills and surrounded by woods yet only 5 minutes from the town (the boutiques on ocean avenue) and only 15 minutes from Monterrey.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Ordinary place..
Guest: Koka
(San Jose)
Date of Stay: 07/02/11
Review Submitted: 07/21/11
This house is up in the woods and not close to the beach or downtown near all the attractions. The house is old and does not look as good as the pictures. When we arrived at the home owner was himself cleaning the house and doing some plumbing repair. Restrooms have water leakage issues. All over the restrooms there are signs posted that there could be a potential drain problems when flushing water and hence use caution!! There are also detailed notes as to who will pay the cost of repairs in case of drain issues :-) During my trip my nephew who is 2 yr old drew some pictures on the path way outside the house near the road with a chalk piece. We were charged $25 cleaning charges to remove the chalk. I would not recommend this home as to begin with its not the place to be in Carmel and secondly the owner looks for every little opportunity to knock off your deposit. Beware and stay out!
Owner response:Every once in a while you run across a guest that turns vindictive when they are not able to get everything they desire and leave the home in a condition requiring excess housekeeping services. This particular guest received a discount and then proceeded to demand an early check in and late check out. We attempted to accommodate. Unfortunately on their arrival day (a Sunday) we developed a plumbing problem several hours before their arrival. We contacted the guest four hours before their arrival indicating that we would not be able to accommodate the early check in and asked that they show up at the normal check in time. They showed up early anyway while we were fixing the plumbing problem. They were ultimately able to get into the home at the normal check in time but were very upset. Yes, we do have signs in the bathrooms indicating potential toilet problems if certain items are flushed in the toilet. This is a requirement of our management company as the entire Monterey Peninsula has water conservation issues and all toilets are extremely low flow toilets and could be a problem. We have never experienced any problems, but our management company requires the notice since they have had problems in other homes. This guest was upset that a small portion of their security deposit was retained because their children drew with chalk all over the driveway and required two visits by our housekeeper to remove it. As you can see the guest turned vindictive. We charged the guest a small portion of the amount of the extra charge the housekeeper charged us. As for the other negative comments we encourage the reader to view all the comments of our past guests and you will see these negative comments are not true. We strive to give our guests a warm welcoming Carmel experience and assist them with restaurant selections, key attractions, etc. as we lived in Carmel for several years and know many of the hidden gems of the Monterey area. We have had many happy guests. Occasionally there are guests that are not suitable for vacation home rentals.
Recommended for:
Great Location, Comfortable Home
Guest: BT
(Dallas, TX)
Date of Stay: 12/26/10
Review Submitted: 01/08/11
This house delivers exactly what the description promises, and looks just like the photos. It is in a very convenient location for anyone who wants to take advantage of the central California coast. It's easy to drive south to the Big Sur area or north toward Santa Cruz -- and Carmel and Monterey themselves offer many activities from sightseeing and hiking to shopping and museums (and, oh yeah, golf). The house itself is clean and comfortable, and the owner is very organized and very helpful. Great for two or three couples, with room to spread out and a well-equipped kitchen and useful living areas. There's a TV almost every time you turn around, WIFI works fine, and the surround sound makes DVD watching a vivid experience. We were there in the winter, and in warmer weather you could also take advantage of the deck (we did see deer!) in back and patio out front. Young or old can travelers can make this versatile location home.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway.
Great location for Carmel, Carmel Valley, Monterey, and Big Sur areas
Guest: BT
(Dallas, TX)
Date of Stay: 12/26/10
Review Submitted: 01/08/11
This property delivers everything promised in the description. It looks exactly like the photos, and it's a very comfortable home in a very convenient place. The owner was very helpful in making suggestions before our stay and checked after arrival to make sure all was well. The kitchen is well equipped for any kind of cooking you might want to do. TV and WIFI work well, and we did in fact see deer in the back yard. The house is very close to Rte. 1 and so makes a great base to go either north or south -- and also east to the wineries of Carmel Valley. We especially enjoyed being close to Point Lobos, a beautiful state park with lovely hikes as well as local history. Nearby shopping center has all the necessities -- groceries, drug store, banks, wine shop, specialty stores, and a couple of good restaurants. It's a great location for a vacation with family or friends. We've always had good luck on VRBO and this is another example.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway.
Lovely Stay
Guest: Bakshi
(Laguna Niguel, CA)
Date of Stay: 02/20/10
Review Submitted: 01/05/11
Thanks for a lovely stay in your home. Everything was here that we needed and the house was very clean when we arrived which was fantastic. We will certainly stay here again! Thank you.
Recommended for:
Beautiful Place!
Guest: Ford
(Laguna Niguel, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/05/10
Review Submitted: 01/05/11
We had a great time. We didn't finish our Thomas Kinkade puzzle. Hopefully someone else will on a rainy day! Great fun in a beautiful home.
Recommended for:
FAmily get together
Guest: Porticos
(Laguna Niguel, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/09/10
Review Submitted: 01/05/11
A beautiful family get together for an 80th birthday. Memorable by our being in a delightful, warm, comfortable home. Many, many thanks. We would surely love to come again.
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