Vacation Rentals by Owner

Wonderful getaway

Guest: Family of four (San Francisco, ca)
Date of Stay: 06/08/11 Review Submitted: 06/27/11

We had a wonderful stay here! The cottage is charming with it's mix of old charm and wonderful modern conveniences and luxuries. A beautiful kitchen, spectacular spa tub, and a fantastic sound system that piped music into all of the rooms. Super kid friendy (we had a toddler and newborn). Carl gave us a great tour of the place, was easily available, and worked with us to make sure anything that was unsafe for the kids was removed. It's a short hopto the beach and the Monterey aquarium. Having free passes was a nice bonus. Looking forward to visiting Monterey again soon. We will definitely stay here again.

Owner response:I enjoyed meeting you and your family! Thank you for the nice review. Come back anytime. Carl

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful little house - Better than described.

Guest: M. Shelly (Sedro Woolley, WA)
Date of Stay: 04/01/10 Review Submitted: 04/24/10

I highly recommend this house for anyone looking for a relaxing getaway. The house is very tastefully decorated. There were numerous fresh flower boquets throughout the house to greet us on our arrival, which was a special touch. Kitchen is completely equipped, even for the most discerning cook. The sound system is fantastic, we docked our i-pod and enjoyed our music, as well as the owners wonderful musical selections. Neighborhood was quiet and house is located within walking distance to everything we wanted to do. This house provided us with the perfect getaway and we hope to re-visit it someday.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Pacific Grove Native (Utah)
Date of Stay: 09/16/09 Review Submitted: 09/16/09

August 4, 2009 We had a relaxing week at the cottage. The fresh flowers in each room were a nice touch. We listened to the XM radio the entire time we were there. We loved the spa and the down comforters made the beds extra cozy. The efficient kitchen was really fun to cook in. We just parked the car and walked or rode the bicycles to the local sights. Carl was very helpful with tips for dining and local activities. We will definitely be back!!!

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Guest: elmer Grimsgaard (Las Vegas, NV)
Date of Stay: 09/06/09 Review Submitted: 09/06/09

An 1888 beach cottage with 21st Century accessories, bikes, aquarium passes and a music lover's sound system in every room!! A wonderful base for Concourse Week.

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Visit to Victorian Cottage, Pacific Grove

Guest: Susan and Eugene (Milton Keynes, England)
Date of Stay: 08/22/09 Review Submitted: 09/08/09

Spent a most enjoyable week at the cottage, Superb location and every comfort provided. The beds and bath made for a very special stay and the sound system was superb. The cottage is well placed for many interesting days out. We visited the aquarium, went whale watching, visited a vineyard, explored the Big Sur coastline and found plenty to see and do In Monterey and Pacific Grove, All the ingredients for a great holiday.

Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Marty K. (Winchester, VA)
Date of Stay: 07/23/09 Review Submitted: 07/23/09

Great location, we loved the sound system and custom bathroom. Thanks for the tips, bicycles, and aquarium passes.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

We visited the Monterey Peninsula for the Naval Postgraduate graduation ceremony and stayed in this Victorian cottage, which provided a perfect vacation for our family of four. The historic Monterey Bay home is located a block from Lover’s Point and the Monterey Bay Rec Trail, which is great for walking or biking. It is also a block from downtown Pacific Grove, which has a variety of fabulous restaurants. The owner provided two free passes to the Aquarium, which my little girls loved. The home has been beautifully restored for modern living and the thoughtful details in the interior design and furnishings make this a very warm and comfortable place to stay. The plasma tv, whole house XM sound system, art/photography on the walls, antique furnishings, comfortable beds, luxurious bathroom with spa, and the modern kitchen made our stay completely relaxing. We wish we could have stayed longer and can’t wait to visit again.

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Guest: Susan S. (Brentwood,CA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/08 Review Submitted: 09/08/08

We just got back from a wonderful getaway. This home is definitely worth staying at. It felt very warm and cozy and we felt right at home. Also, you step right outside the door and you are at the beautiful Lover's Point Beach which is literally less than half a block away. You don't even need a car as there are many restaurants, shops and sights all within a walking distance. The owner also provided bikes free of charge which we used to ride along a picturesque bike path which goes along the ocean in either direction from the home. We will definitely come back to this lovely cottage and recommend it very highly!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/08 Review Submitted: 08/29/08

We've come to realize that the places that have provided our very best stays were those homes, cabins, hotels or B&B's that have paid most attention to detail, that contained the most surprising touches, and were well cared for. Carl, this turned out to be one of our very favorite stays because of the great thought and care that went into putting this charming place together. The XM radio was on constantly (Jazz in the mornings, Classical at night); the and shower, so beautiful to look at, became a regular morning and evening ritual. The warmed floors, the kitchen faucet, the colorful bathtub light all contributed to make our three day stay seem woefully short. We love the area - the otters, Willy's Barbecue, the walks along the shore, and the shops on Lighthouse. You've created the perfect place for contemplation, a game of scrabble, taking naps, and, not the least of which, being with someone you love. Greg & Dale

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/08 Review Submitted: 08/09/08

This lovely and quaint restored victorian cottage is a perfect getaway destination and is ideally located in downtown Pacific Grove on a quiet side street; it is only 3 short blocks to downtown restaurants and a block from Lover's Point beach. Amenities are well described by the owner and all are top-notch; perfect efficiency kitchen, fabulous home-wide sound system with XM radio, back patio with BBQ and dining table and very nice front porch. We have 2 children and enjoyed having everything so close by, including the Aquarium, restaurants, beach, shopping... We recommend this house highly and will return as it is the perfect getaway and base for exploring the Monterey peninsula.

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Guest: Susan S. (Brentwood,CA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/08 Review Submitted: 07/29/08

We just got back from a wonderful weekend get-away. This home is definitely worth staying at. It felt very warm and cozy and we felt right at home. Also, you step right outside the door and you are at the beautiful Lover's Point Beach which is literally less than half a block away from the home. You don't even need a car as there are many great restaurants, shops and sights all within a walking distance. The owner also provided bikes free of charge which we used to ride along an incredible bike path which goes along the ocean in either direction from the home. The tub with jets came in handy after our ride. We will definitely come back to this beautifully remodeled home. Susan and Tom, Brentwood, CA

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/08 Review Submitted: 07/27/08

The cottage is filled with wonderful surprises throughout. We stayed here for a weekend and it was absolutely perfect. 2 bedrooms & 1 bath, plus a great front porch and back patio area. Wood floors throughout and many upgrades such as whole house music system, and a great whirlpool bathtub overlooking the garden. The cottage is just a few blocks from the beach, and we walked to Monterey Bay Aquarium, which the owner included free passes for. The cottage is ideally located as a great base for spending the day at the beach, or walking to Cannery Row in Monterey, and close to all the great restaurants of Carmel. Plus the owner is super nice & accomodating, there was a cute little welcome basket with chocolates waiting for us, as well as bikes if we wanted them, and a bbq. It was perfect, I highly recommend it!

Owner response:It was such a pleasure meeting you and Jeff, and I hope you come back soon. For the benefit of future guests, the cottage is located less than half a block from the beach, and just a few blocks to downtown Pacific Grove.

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Guest: Deb (Corpus Christi, Texas)
Date of Stay: 07/01/08 Review Submitted: 07/20/08

The Victorian cottage at Lover's Point in Pacific Grove was such a pleasant surprise. The owner took meticulous care in making it comfortable and charming. The historic home has been redone in an eclectic combination of old and new. While preserving it's antique charm, the owner incorporated comforts like European fixtures and appliances, a Japanese spa tub for two, heated stone floors, an exceptional sound system along with luxurios matresses and bed linens. I felt pampered and spoiled. The location of the property is perfect. Just a two minute walk to the very scenic and romantic Lovers Point, and a quick easy drive to many points of interest in Pebble Beach, Monterey and Carmel. The surrounding community includes all historic Vitorian houses. It's like stepping into a picture postcard. It's peaceful and quiet. Parks, restaurants, and shopping are all within walking distance. If you like seafood, the fishmarkets at the wharf are nearby. We cooked in several nights, and had everything we needed. You're gonna love it!!! We sure did.

Owner response:Thank you Mark and Debbie. The neighbors miss you being here!

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