Absolutely the best accommodations EVER!!!!!

Guest: Clarissa (Oak Lawn, IL)
Date of Stay: 10/03/11 Review Submitted: 11/13/11

After I dug myself out of my post-vacation depression, I am now able to review this fabulous place. Life will never be the same. We miss hearing the waves throughout the night crashing on the rocky shoreline. We miss the fireplace just lighting up in the middle of the night when it got chilly. Miss the hiking, the exploring, the sites!!!! Most of the time we could not peel ourselves away from the window. Our expectations were to go to dinner every night somewhere different and explore the town. One night we ordered pizza (delivered) just so we could enjoy the beautiful sunset. Bill was very accommodating. We even got a beautiful basket celebrating our anniversary with ingredients to make my favorite cocktail from the owners. We enjoyed the backyard with a deer stopping to look at us before she made her way through the yard. We went on a 6 hour hike stopping at the Spanish Bay to have lunch. I absolutely would recommend this place as it went beyond our expectations. Clean, well-designed, and the most spectacular view. Thank you for sharing this property with us!! (Must have that asian rock sculpture in your yard and now I understand about Kneel). Thank you!!!!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+.

Beautiful Oceanside view, and close to leisure attractions!

Guest: Mike (Cedar Rapids, IA USA)
Date of Stay: 11/04/11 Review Submitted: 11/09/11

My wife and I traveled to Pacific Grove for a long weekend. I found this rental through VRBO, and was very pleased with the outcome. The roaring ocean is across the street with an infinite walking trail. We thoroughly enjoyed walking both in the early mornings, and to enjoy the beautiful sunsets. The residence provides all the comforts of home, plus access to restaurants, shopping, hiking, etc within 5-10 minutes. The fireplace and lighting provide romance if desired. We dined at local restaurants every evening, traveled down the "17 Mile Drive" (within 2 miles of the residence), and journeyed to Pebble Beach, Carmel, and Point Lobos Reserve. You will not be disappointed with the views, scenery, and intimacy. Our hosts very accommodating, beginning with a bottle of champagne to start off our weekend, and were available if needed. I highly recommend you consider this site for your trip to Monterey, Carmel, or Pacific Grove. Mike and Dawn

Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+.

Picture PERFECT!!

Guest: Ellen Morris (Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 10/10/11 Review Submitted: 10/25/11

My husband and I were looking for a place near the coast to celebrate a belated honeymoon. Everything about this place exceeded our expectations. The view is absolutely intoxicating and we found ourselves sipping wine, listening to music and staring endlessly at the amazing show that the incoming waves provided right from the huge picture window in the living room. Pacific Grove is a great location and we had big plans to do lots of day trips to Monterey, Carmel, etc, and that did happen and we loved all that we saw and did, but to be honest, the best part of our vacation was just enjoying our strolls along the beach and chilling out at this great little pad. It is absolutely spotless and the hosts were are so accomodating. The only negative is that our stay was far too short. Can't wait to come back!

Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.

Loved the Suite!

Guest: Greta (Studio City, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/13/11 Review Submitted: 10/18/11

My husband and I were very impressed with the cool vibe and actual ART in this beautiful ocean front suite. The view is incredible! The location is fantastic and easy to navigate around town. We found the local Trader Joes very close by and bought fruit and cheeses to nosh on. The pictures of the suite absolutely do not do it justice. I would definitely stay here again the next time we visit!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway.

"Rare" is a great way to describe this wonderful accommodation

Guest: Monterey Peninsula fans! (Scottsdale)
Date of Stay: 08/09/11 Review Submitted: 08/21/11

I cannot emphasis enough how the pictures just do not fully describe this "suite" and the exterior certainly is not an example of what awaits you! If I were to review this property on the view alone, that would be all it needed to be rated excellent but the owners have gone to great lengths to be sure that the suite is filled with all you need to have a comfortable stay. We were lucky enough to have one evening (during a foggy August stay) with a sunny afternoon that lead to an amazing sunset! We come to the Monterey Peninsula at least once yearly; on longer stays we rent a house but for shorter stays we would definitely rent this PG Suite.

Owner response:Richard and Cindy- We're so glad you were comfy, and that you noticed our consideration of individual guest's privacy and our attempt to blend in to the amazing California Coastal terrain, where the Blue Pacific is the star! Oops- sorry the sun was mostly stubborn- luckily we did arrange for one of those gorgeous silver/gold sunsets to pour into the Suite's picture windows! : ) Next time, I'm sure it will be different- the infinite array of colors is always breathtaking! Do return any time!

Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.

A perfect, Classy Gem!

Guest: Scott and Coleen Stevens (Scotia NY)
Date of Stay: 07/21/11 Review Submitted: 07/29/11

The photos and descriptions say it all! This suite is the perfect quiet get-away! We were in town for a wedding, and found the suite was only 2 1/2 miles from the reception. It was very convenient to Carmel, Pacific Grove and Monterrey. For runners, walkers or cyclists, the area has a wealth of safe, traffic-protected trails. The walk into Pacific Grove is beautiful! The amenities provided to guests show careful consideration to comfort and peace. A very lovely, comfy bed, quilts, warmed towels,and a professionally designed/decorated suite make this one perfect, classy gem! And, that we had chilled champagne and assorted fruits awaiting our arrival was such a welcoming gesture!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, adventure seekers, age 55+.

studio apartment

Guest: Peggy and Marco (Colorado)
Date of Stay: 05/20/11 Review Submitted: 06/14/11

What a place to stumble on going through all those VRBO listings! First, most important to me- VERY CLEAN, and simple, beautiful design. Comfy, luxurious bed, although next time I'll bring my own tiny squishy pillow- theirs are a bit plump for me. With the openness of the rooms, we were able to see the ocean from our "breakfast in bed", and oh, those shiny Ocean nights couldn't be beat! I really only fully understood their ad and pictures when we arrived and saw the wild ocean through the front "glass wall" windows. You can see the ocean from every room! We both had to work while we were there, so we set up separate workstations- since I work late at night, I used the little bar in the kitchen/dining room, and Marco set up in the living room so he wouldn't disturb me while I was hanging out in the soaking/jetted tub, tra la!!… so relaxing…. Eco. in size, but they told us it has that special airflow system, so no worries about any "ickies". We spent a day at the wonderful Aquarium, picnicked on the beach in front of the house, and found incredible Point Lobos for another picnic. Didn't find time for golf, but next time…. I could go on, but boy, this is a super place- got to stay longer next time!

Recommended for:Age 55+.

Pacific Grove, CA - Ocean side peace!

Guest: Old Time Rocker (Nashville, TN)
Date of Stay: 05/03/11 Review Submitted: 05/10/11

It would be difficult to find a better beach-side rental property in Northern California than this romantic hideaway, which is literally just a few steps from Asilomar State Beach. My wife & I had a wonderful experience here, and found the price extremely competitive to the local beach-view hotels. The queen sized bed was comfortable, the fireplace was romantic, and the view was spectacular through the large window overlooking the beach. We enjoyed a gorgeous Pacific sunset every night of our stay. We watched passing whales & dolphins and were greeted by a sea lion on a beach-side stroll our first day there! We were also visited by 3 deer at our window one morning. The unit even has a telescope for zooming in on the occasional passing whale or dolphin - or, if you're lucky, even a sea otter. It was wonderful! The rental offers two TV's, a jacuzzi tub & shower, and a full kitchen with a coffee maker, as well as a dishwasher. There's also wireless internet available if you bring your laptop. The rental was conveniently located to Cannery Row, Pacific Grove restaurants & shops, the beautiful 17 Mile Drive, and it's a very short ride to Carmel, too. There's a Safeway market nearby (with a Starbucks!) as well as a Trader Joe's if you want to stock-up the refrigerator or get a bottle of wine for your stay. Everything that we wanted to see in Monterey & the surrounding area was convenient & near to the property, which was a big plus for us as new tourists to the area. Note that the rental is one, large room. The bedroom is separated from the front room by a simple curtain. There are no private rooms except for the bathroom itself, so the rental is best suited for one couple's private getaway. Also, the jacuzzi tub is rather deep, and it takes a big step to get in & out of it, and there is no handrail to hold onto; because of this I would hesitate recommending the unit to an older couple who may have difficulty stepping in & out of the tub. I am in my late forties and nearly lost my footing a couple of times while stepping into the shower. An added handrail and an anti-slip mat in the tub would be a perfect addition. That being said, my wife & I would definitely stay here again if we have the opportunity. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and enthusiastically recommend this place to other couples looking for a romantic, seaside getaway! We'll definitely be telling our friends about it, and we're sure that you'll love it, too.

Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.

Simply Beautiful...

Guest: Noel (Chicago)
Date of Stay: 04/20/11 Review Submitted: 04/26/11

My boyfriend and I stayed at the Master Suite for only two days and we wished it could have been longer. The outside of the home is very under stated in comparison to when you walk inside. The home is very beautifully decorated and extremely neat and clean. Mark described it as being very cozy. The pictures truly aren't sufficient in capturing the essence of this house. The location is perfect. The view takes your breath away. Mark and I experienced the most beautiful sunset as we drank wine and sat in front of the house. The hosts made the process of booking the accommodations very simple. They had sparkling wine and some fruit for us upon our arrival. If you are considering staying at this home, Do it! You truly won't be disappointed. We are definitely going back!

Owner response:Thanks for the very nice and considerate review- come on back any time!

Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.

Paradise on the Monterey Peninsula

Guest: LouBob (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 10/15/10 Review Submitted: 10/21/10

My husband and I were truly delighted to spend 4 days and nights in this beautiful master suite right on the coast in unspoiled Pacific Grove. Everything was perfect, from the cold bottle of cava Bill had waiting for us upon arrival, to the spectacular sunsets we saw during our strolls along the Asilomar State Beach boardwalk. The apartment is simultaneously luxurious and homey, a very welcome change from sterile hotel rooms. It was THE perfect base from which to explore the wonders of California's central coast. We can't wait to return.

Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.