A great vacation rental

Guest: Barb (New York)
Date of Stay: 09/01/11 Review Submitted: 10/09/11

We had a wonderful vacation at your home in Carmel Valley. The house is lovely and the views are breathtaking. The property is very clean and well maintained. Just a couple of miles to Carmel Valley village and an easy drive to Monterey and Carmel by the Sea. The owners, Mike and Cindy, are very helpful and nice. There are several good restaurants in the village. We ate out for lunch, visited the wineries and vineyards in the afternoon and then cooked out on the wonderful large deck every evening. There is a gas grill and plenty of seating to enjoy a bottle of wine from the vineyard ( we did) and a good meal . We intend to return and would highly recommend this property. You do need to be comfortable driving on fairly steep, windy roads though! We had no problem and the climb is worth it for the views.

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

a great summer stay

Guest: Bill (LAS VEGAS)
Date of Stay: 07/01/11 Review Submitted: 09/07/11

We are still in withdrawal from a fantastic two months in Cindy and Mike's home. Great views, outstanding home with everything you could need. We can't say enough good things about the stay. the owners were available for questions and help anytime we needed it. My wife and two dogs were there much of time by themselves and it meant a lot to me knowing she could call Cindy or Mike. This was the best summer ever--a secluded spot just minutes to the Village and the park for the dogs. Never more than 20 mins or so to Carmel. Perfect--just perfect.

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

Amazing place to stay

Guest: Robin (Watkins Glen NY)
Date of Stay: 03/31/11 Review Submitted: 04/05/11

This is the mose wonderful house with amazing views. You will not need anything the house is so well equiped and has everything you could ever want. If you have the chance you MUST stay at this property.

Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with teenagers, pet owners, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

Stunning home and perfect place to relax

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/15/11 Review Submitted: 01/24/11

We agree with comments from all previous reviews...this is a wonderful place to stay. The amenities, excellent furnishings and great views allowed our family to rest, relax and spend quality time together. Cindy was helpful from the first call and ensured that we had a perfect stay. We will certainly be back again.

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

Excellent experience

Guest: Mike (Redwood City, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/26/10 Review Submitted: 01/06/11

My wife and I were looking for a quality place to stay for the Christmas holiday this year and this place met our needs exactly. It was modern, sunny, quiet, luxurious, and had a Xmas tree to boot. The view from the deck is amazing. We took advantage of the member passes for the Monterey Bay Aquarium and bypassed the lines (excellent). Our dinners in the village at Cafe Rustica and another at Sardine Factory in Monterey were both top notch. We stayed in one night and watched a movie on the huge flat screen TV in the living room. The house has all of the necessities for cooking meals at home as well. Our experience was a 10.

Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

Perfect weekend stay in Carmel Valley

Guest: Beth (Burlingame, CA 94010)
Date of Stay: 11/27/10 Review Submitted: 12/08/10

We had a multi-generational family of 5 spend a perfect weekend at this beautiful property. We went wine-tasting, shopping in Carmel, ate at 2 fabulous restaurants in Carmel Valley, and thoroughly enjoyed relaxing in the home and enjoying the views from the deck. The views are indeed amazing. We had hoped to go horseback riding very close by, but were rained out. This house was built with multiple master bedrooms and was so comfortable for everyone. What a treat!

Owner response:We love meeting families and just let us know if there's a special request!

Recommended for:Families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, adventure seekers.

OUR BEST VRBO YET!!

Guest: Donna (Lodi, California)
Date of Stay: 11/05/10 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

We spent a wonderful weekend with our daughter, son-in-law, two grandchildren and their dog Riley. Mike and Cindy were very welcoming and helpful. The home was immaculately clean and everything you would want or need was available. The view from every window was great and we all appreciated all the special touches that went into this lovely home. It truly is nicer than the photos show and so private and peaceful. What a wonderful job Mike and Cindy have done in offering such a special VRBO rental!

Owner response:We look forward to seeing our guests return.

Recommended for:Pet owners, age 55+, romantic getaway.

A Role Model for All VRBO

Guest: Jen (San Jose, Ca)
Date of Stay: 10/22/10 Review Submitted: 11/08/10

Mike and Cindy should be the role model of what owners should be of a vocation rental property. I was at their property with few of my good friends during a random October weekend. The weather wasn't so friendly, but this house make our stay at Carmel Valley worthwhile. This home has so much attention to the details that make a vacation truly a vacation! The kitchen is equipped to the max, complete with cookware, every spice you can imagine, and top of the line appliances (large and small). It sits right on the summit with spectacular views of the Carmel Valley from every angle. The beds are so comfy and clean. Her specific directions on how to get to the property were very much appreciated. It's convenient located with grocery stores on the way home. A gated private entrance to ensure the tranquility and privacy we all need out of our busy schedules. At night, we kick back enjoyed the sound of rain drops on the balcony. Some of us were watching DVD on the huge TV , some were relaxing on the massage chair, and some were just reading a book on the sofa. But we all had the same thing in mind: A toast to the Cindy and Mike who provide us this beautiful home that is meticulously maintained and cared for !

Owner response:We certainly try to make sure everyone has all that they need! Please always ask if there' s anything we can do to make your stay special such as a birthday, anniversary, etc. It is always a pleasure!

Recommended for:Pet owners, romantic getaway.

A Truly Sublime Stay

Guest: Charlie (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 08/02/10 Review Submitted: 10/02/10

There is so much to love and admire about this home, not the least of which being its fabulous owners, Mike and Cindy. The property is absolutely stunning - it was such a pleasure to wake up, take a cup of coffee out to the massive deck, and watch the fog roll through Carmel Valley. Looking up at the night sky from the home's position on the side of the mountain was unspeakably breathtaking. The home's interior is charming to say the least. One cannot help but appreciate the love and care that so clearly pervades the entire home, down to the most minute of details. We were at all times consummately comfortable, whether we were relaxing on the deck with a glass of wine, unwinding in the massage chair, or sleeping soundly in one of the luxurious beds. I could not have asked for a better location - perched on the sun-drenched side of the valley in perfect peace and quiet, only a short drive into town, and worry-free parking in their ample driveway. To Mike and Cindy - I can't thank you enough for such a one-of-a-kind stay. Thanks so much for all your hospitality and for making our trip to Carmel Valley that much more special.

Owner response:We were a bit perplexed when we learned we would have an fabulous designer staying in our home! One worries that our ecclectic taste will match up to a guest's expectations. You were truly delightful guests and we look forward to your return. Cindy and Mike

Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers, pet owners, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

Fabulous Home with Terrific Hosts

Guest: Colleen (Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 08/11/10 Review Submitted: 08/28/10

We (6 adults) had a wonderful stay at Cindy and Mike's beautiful home. The immaculate house looks even better than the photos indicate. The house is situated at the end of the road with wide open views so it is very quiet and private. The outdoor living spaces were beautiful and the beds and linens were so comfortable. There was every comfort of home including a wonderful massage chair that everyone wanted. Our hosts were so easy going and extremely helpful. It is so true that the weather in Carmel Valley is sunnier and warmer than Carmel by the Sea. This was the best VRBO home that I've stayed at.

Owner response:We are always pleased when guests are happy!

Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers, pet owners, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.