Monterey Peninsula - Gorgeous Ranch Style Home with Grounds
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
This ranch-style single family home has been owned by one family since 'Grandpa' built it the '40s. It has 3++ bedrooms, two baths, living room with wood burning fireplace, dining room, office and TV/family room in more than 2500 square feet. Single story, this home is surrounded by private lawn and gardens. Wonderful flow and outdoor living make this home an ideal retreat from which to base exploration of all the area offers.
Located on Salinas Highway a stones throw from the airport, this house on a family compound is central to many great sites and adventures. Only an eight minute drive to the beach. Also close by: Laguna Seca, Carmel by the Sea, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Pebble Beach, Big Sur and Pacific Grove just to name a few.
Possible locale for small weddings. Please call us with questions to see if our home would be a perfect haven for your California Central coast getaway.
Keywords: House
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Children Welcome
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 6-8
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Den
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
Kitchen & Dining
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Cooking Utensils
Amenities
- Babysitter
- Wood Fireplace
- Clothes Dryer
- Washing Machine
- Linens Provided
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- VCR
- DVD Player
Communications
- Broadband Access
- Telephone
- Wireless Internet
Outdoor Features
- Deck / Patio
- Outdoor Grill
Location & View
Activities
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Groceries
- Hospital
- Laundromat
- Mountain Biking
- Sailing
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Tennis
- Wind-Surfing
- Parasailing
- Fishing
- ATM/Bank
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Cycling
- Surfing
- Basketball Court
- Kayaking
- Golf
- Deepsea Fishing
- Equestrian Events
- Golf Privileges Optional
- Pier Fishing
- Roller Blading
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Racquetball
- Snorkeling
- Fitness Center
- Wildlife Viewing
- Museums
- Cinemas
- Restaurants
- Live Theater
- Churches
- Library
- Marina
- Playground
- Recreation Center
- Winery Tours
- Beachcombing
- Sight Seeing
- Bird Watching
- Scenic Drives
- Walking
- Whale Watching
- Shuffleboard
- Horseshoes
- Shopping
- Boating
- Horseback Riding
- Antiquing
- Miniature Golf
- Shelling
- Paddle Boating
- Surf Fishing
Other Activities
Reviews
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Incredible Vacation Home
Incredible Vacation Home
- Guest TB
- Date of stay 04/11/13
- Review Submitted 04/15/13
We rented this wonderful vacation home to celebrate my Father’s 70th Birthday. This ranch home was so amazing we found ourselves cutting our trips short to Big Sur and Carmel, just to spend more time at the breathtaking ranch. We enjoyed breakfast in the front courtyard every morning and wine in the spacious backyard during the peaceful evenings. My children already miss the goats and horses. Thank you for the wonderful memories!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
Owner response: You all were a great group to have stay at Rancho Buena Vista. It fills me with joy that you all enjoyed the property as much as we do. It was wonderful that you gathered as a family (multi-gen) to enjoy Monterey. I love the way you roll!
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Buena Vista Beauty
Buena Vista Beauty
- Guest MST
- Date of stay 04/05/13
- Review Submitted 04/10/13
My extended family and I had a wonderful stay at the beautiful and homey Buena Vista! We've been going to Monterey for the past 4 years for an annual trip and I think we've found our new favorite home away from home. Madeline was so welcoming and helpful and the property more than exceeded our expectations. The kids loved the horses and goats in the nearby pasture. All in all it was a lovely and memorable weekend. Thank you!Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, pet owners.
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Splendid place, with kindness, history, nature, and care
Splendid place, with kindness, history, nature, and care
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 03/27/13
- Review Submitted 04/02/13
This was the most amazing place to stay. Horses grazing in the back pasture just behind the backyard. The gardens in the back are beautiful, and invite you for a relaxing cup of tea or a chance to read a book. There is so much space, and each area is so lovingly set up and cared for. We felt so very welcome and everything we needed was right there waiting for us. From the greeting and tour to the quiet days that followed we enjoyed the rich history this home holds and had a terrific respite from our city life. Thank you so much=)Recommended for: Families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
Owner response: Thank you so much Karri. We charish each group that comes and stays in our home like they are extended family. It was such a pleasure to have you all here!! Thank you so much for the review!!!! Come again!!
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Perfect home for our New Year gathering
Perfect home for our New Year gathering
- Guest Emma
- Date of stay 12/27/12
- Review Submitted 01/05/13
Our family gathered at Buena Vista for five days over New Year, so that Grandma could visit during the days from her nearby retirement home. We were SO delighted with the house and gardens - spacious but also cosy, and the wonderful 'home' feeling (thank you for leaving the Christmas decorations up for atmosphere!!) just emphasized 'family' for us. The morning light in the gardens was amazing, and the cosy evenings perfect for our gathering. Each evening we had dinner at the beautiful dining area, and found everything we needed (really, everything) at hand. We are already planning to return, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making such a peaceful, friendly, fascinating place available to us. Everything was super clean, and the pictures cannot do justice to your beautiful home. And Grandma could not help but keep commenting on how lovely it all was, too. You made our New Year perfect, thank you.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway.
Owner response: Thank You so much for this wonderful review. You all were the perfect renters. We are delighted that you had such a wonderful time at Buena Vista. We look forward to another occasion when you can rent Buena Vista and build some more wonderful family memories.
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Beautiful, Comfortable, Charming Home!
Beautiful, Comfortable, Charming Home!
- Guest Adela
- Date of stay 11/17/12
- Review Submitted 11/28/12
I stayed here with fellow runners during the Big Sur Half Marathon. The house was a PERFECT place to stay, and our hostess was extremely responsive. The grounds are gorgeous, and the neighborhood is wonderfully quiet. I look forward to rending this beautiful home in the future!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Owner response: Thank you so much 'Marathoners' for your review!! We loved hosting you and we are so glad that your stay at Buena Vista was perfect. Please do come again!!
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Lovely home
Lovely home
- Guest Brenda
- Date of stay 08/03/12
- Review Submitted 08/06/12
Our family had a wonderful time at this house during our weekend getaway, it had ALL we needed and more. The side gardens are beautiful and the front enclosed yard is amazing with a BBQ area and several tables surrounded by chairs. Perfect for any party to sit out and enjoy nature. The setting was perfect and the minute we walked in we just took a big sigh....as it has that cozy and warm welcome feel. The kitchen is large and fully stocked with pots, pans, etc. All you need is your suitcase. It's a comfortable "home away from home". HIGHLY recommend staying here, we certainly plan on going back !!!!Recommended for: Age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway.
Owner response: What a wonderful review!! Thank you so much and we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for leaving our home so clean. You are the kind of renters we always hope for!! Hope to see you again!!
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We had our dream wedding here!
We had our dream wedding here!
- Guest Tamara
- Date of stay 05/22/11
- Review Submitted 07/12/11
We rented out Dee's house for a week prior to our wedding, and also used it as our wedding ceremony and reception venue. It was wonderful beyond words. Dee and her husband are more hospitable than we could have dreamed, and the grounds were GORGEOUS. The gardens are spectacular. My guests remarked on them over and over again. The pictures truly do not do it justice. I am not allowed to post a link in a review, otherwise I would post the link to our wedding pictures from Joyeuse Photography. Please ask Dee for the link and she will send it to you if you are interested! We would recommend this house for a family vacation or event! The renters must be respectful, of course, because it is a private residence, not a hotel.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children, pet owners.
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Prefect Monterey Location
Prefect Monterey Location
- Guest L.E.C.
- Date of stay 08/31/09
- Review Submitted 05/06/10
My parents rented this home for a week for my wedding and it was the best idea ever! The home was perfect and Dee was so great. It was the perfect idea to have one central location to work out of...The home was beautiful and the pictures with my girls as we were getting ready before the wedding were amazing and something I will treasure forever.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$300 | $1900 | ||||
Additional information about rental rates
Our standard rate is $300 per night. If you stay for more than 7 nights we can do a $250/nt rate. Prices may very depending on local events and depending on the number of people staying in the house, prices are subject to change until your reservation is confirmed.
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
- Nearest Airport: Monterey Airport at 0.5 Miles
- Nearest Beach: Monterey Beach at 5 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: Golden Tee or Tarpy's Roadhouse at 0.5 Miles
- Nearest Restaurant: Tarpy's Roadhouse and the Golden Tee at 0.5 Miles
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1940
About the owner: This beautiful property was purchased by my grandfather and grandmother back in the 1940's. The home was built by my grandfather with help from loving family and friends. My grandfather learned contracting working on sites like Hurst Castle under Julia Morgan and Superintendant George Loorz. My grandmother was born in Thousand Oaks, CA. Her grandmother came to California in a wagon-train around 1864. My grandparents met in Thousand Oaks, married and settled here in Monterey CA. They built a large family and a large homestead which we now call Rancho Buena Vista (the name given to it by my grandparents). wedding pictures taken at the property go to: http://www.joyeusephotography.com/?p=1819
Why the Owner Chose Monterey:
It's beautiful views and botanical grounds resinate the love and care that was put into this home when it was built by my ancesters in the 1940's. One can sense the love here and the peace. One can still feel the good times that were had here and are still had by family and friends!
wedding pictures taken on the property go to:
http://www.joyeusephotography.com/?p=1819
The Unique Benefits at this House:
We have a large house that is beautifully decorated. We have horses grazing just across the fence. We have apple trees producing fruit to feed the horses who are very glad to be given a fresh apple. Views of Mount Toro and Jack's Peak and the famous Tarpy flats. When the wind is blowing our way you may hear the sea lions call coming from the Monterey Harbor. We are close to everything yet far enough away so that it's quiet and country. At night you may hear the coyote's call and in the evening you'll hear the doves coo.
wedding pictures taken at the property go to:
http://www.joyeusephotography.com/?p=1819
Links to more information:
- CLICK HERE - more pictures of our property
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Photos
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Large living room with fireplace, piano, game table & room for many to gather .
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Recently updated kitchen. 5-burner gas stove on the right (not in picture.)
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Back Garden. Home offers private gardens on all sides. Beautiful!
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Dining room can seat up to 12.Enjoys a view of patio & garden, outdoor seat too.
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lovely guestroom with views into the secret garden
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