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Charming Pacific Grove Cottage [#57865] | View Property
Pacific Grove
House, 1 Bedroom + Convertible Bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
From $150/nt
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Charming Pacific Grove Cottage
Guest: Patti F.
Date of Stay: 05/17/12
Review Submitted: 05/21/12
This truly is a "CHARMING COTTAGE". Everything was perfect. The location could not have been any better. We walked just about every where. The neighborhood was quiet and very secure. We lacked for nothing in the cottage. It was extremely clean (this from a professional house cleaner). I will be recommending this cottage to everyone going to Monterey CA..
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Comfortable, homey cottage in Pacific Grove
Guest: Jen & Mike
(San Mateo, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/20/12
Review Submitted: 04/25/12
We had a great weekend at this homey cottage in Pacific Grove. The location is perfect. The street is super quiet but it's walking distance to both Lover's Point Park as well as Passion Fish and the restaurants on Lighthouse Ave. Please don't be put off by the one bad reviewer from Tuscon. We found the cottage clean, comfortable and in good shape. The bed was firm, the couch was comfy and the kitchen was well equipped with all the pots, knives and utensils in good condition. We will be back again.
Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Great cottage in Pacific Grove
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/04/11
Review Submitted: 08/20/11
This is a romantic hideaway in a beautiful part of California. The rooms are spacious, the kitchen is well equipped, but with so many great restaurants in the area and the wonderful seafood didn't really want to cook. It is a quiet neighborhood and safe. We had a great time!
Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Nothing charming about it - dirty
Guest: A cowboy
(Tucson, Arizona)
Date of Stay: 07/26/11
Review Submitted: 08/01/11
There are so many things wrong with this place that I don't know where to begin. Major problems include mold in the shower pan, electrical outlets in kitchen that don't work, (reported to owner who never did anything include call back) duvet cover smells, bathroom sink does not drain, (used plunger daily) and dirty carpets (owner wants you to take off your shoes.) Other problems - toilet placed so a tall person couldn't sit, oven caked with food, hair dryer didn't work, shades were dirty and there was only one mirror over the bathroom sink. You have no recourse and the owner didn't seem to care. We've stayed at quite a few VRBO's and definitely this was the worst. If this review does not appear, VRBO lets owners edit or choose which reviews they want.
Owner response:Issues mentioned in this review were either fixed or unfixable like the toilet location, or the number of mirrors in the bathroom, as there is no room to add any more mirrors, there is a 3ft medicine cabinet with mirrors. Broken hairdryer was replaced. I have a very good track record of caring for my property and my guests. The rest of the reviews attest to the quality of the cottage and my prompt response to my guests.
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Quiet retreat
Guest: Buzz
(FL)
Date of Stay: 07/21/11
Review Submitted: 08/22/11
Had a great stay, close to everything but far enough to get away from the madness - the location was great. The cottage itself met all my expectations, everything was in great shape. Thanks again!
Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Marathon Get Away
Guest: seattletrigrl11
(Kent, WA)
Date of Stay: 04/28/11
Review Submitted: 05/06/11
the owner was very helpful. this place was perfect. it was so peaceful here and very well kept and clean. we can't wait to come back. the ocean is so close you can walk to it. you can smell it in the morning. the pictures were perfect to the tee, what you see is what you get. we had a couple issues but the owner was quick to help us with them. I would highly recommend this place for friends and family
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Comfortable cottage close to town and beaches
Guest: Gary
(Nevada City, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/18/10
Review Submitted: 10/30/10
We enjoyed the week here, the beautiful walk to Cannery Row and Aquarium along the waterfront, close to beautiful beaches at Asilomar, and a couple blocks to Pacific Grove downtown. The home is well maintained, cozy and comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need for cooking. Mark was very responsive with our short notice to stay in less than a week, Thanks. We will definitely look to stay here when we visit Monterey again.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
An enjoyable stay
Guest: Liz2009
(Switzerland)
Date of Stay: 12/21/09
Review Submitted: 01/15/10
All in all, a good experience. The interior is modern, with excellent appliances and a heating system that not only works but is simple to operate. The location is tops - easy walk to town or to beach and bayside walking trail. Mark, the owner, was very responsive to questions - never had to wait long for an answer. The only minus point is the exterior, which is badly in need of a coat of paint - but then we lived inside, which was fine.
Recommended for:Age 55+, sightseeing.
A Perfect Gem on Pacific Avenue
Guest: Penmark
(Merced, CA USA)
Date of Stay: 08/17/09
Review Submitted: 08/26/09
Don't let the exterior of this adorable and historical cottage fool you. The inside of this cottage has been beautifully remodeled. Loved the spacious and updated kitchen. Location could not be better - within walking distance to downtown PG and Monterey Bay. It was nice to have such a comfortable cottage to come home to after a day of exploring the Monterey Pennisula.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Russell 1
(Durham, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/03/09
Review Submitted: 07/03/09
I just spent a week in this wonderfully inviting cottage. It is beautifully renovated, comfortable, pretty, and filled with afternoon sun. There's a very small front porch which is perfect for early morning coffee. Quiet street, close to everything. Communication with Mark always received a quick, friendly response. Highly recommended!
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Guest: Susan100
(Vancouver, Canada)
Date of Stay: 02/01/09
Review Submitted: 02/01/09
We stayed in the cottage for one lovely week (last week of January). The location was perfect. A lovely stroll to the Aquarium past Lover's Point and a beach full of seals. Just a hop skip and a jump to Carmel, Big Sur etc. We also loved just wandering around Pacific Grove looking at the other cottages. Our favourite restaurant was the Red House which was just around the corner. The cottage was absolutely perfect for our needs. We traveled with our 18 month old daughter. Lots of room in the master bedroom for a pack and play leaving us to enjoy a movie and a glass of wine after she went to bed. The washer/dryer/dishwasher were much appreciated. The play park around the corner was great.
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Peaceful retreat
Guest: Sherryl
(Bethany, Oklahoma)
Date of Stay: 01/10/09
Review Submitted: 01/29/09
My stay at this cottage was so relaxing...a cozy retreat. The location is perfect for walks on the beach, proximity to good restaruants, and scenic drives along the Pacific shore. Pacific Grove is a lovely quiet town and I would highly recommend this as a wonderful getaway vacation.
Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Guest: Bill and Donna
(Sioux City, Iowa)
Date of Stay: 02/01/08
Review Submitted: 02/11/08
What a wonderful little cottage! Our week in Pacific Grove was so comfortable and quiet staying in this adorable cottage. It was so convenient to shopping, restaurants and the ocean. We loved the historic charm of the cottage and Pacific Grove. Thanks, Mark!!
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Guest: Jerry_HAC120537
(Modesto, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/01/08
Review Submitted: 01/12/08
Mark, We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and your cottage and look forward to using it again. It was close to everything we wanted to do and more peaceful than a hotel. Thank You.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/07
Review Submitted: 09/07/07
Our family enjoyed a lovely vacation at this rental home. It was clean and generally kid-friendly for our 3 children: 8, 6, & 3. We loved the fact that it was located just a couple blocks from the beach an easy & short walk. The owner was very prompt with his responses to any questions and/or needs via email. We will definitely stay here again on our next visit to Monterey/Pacific Grove!
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Guest: betron2
(Halifax, Nova Scotia, CANADA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/07
Review Submitted: 07/07/07
We spent 4 blissful nights in this delightful Victorian beach cottage. Pacific Grove is blessed with many such historic properties, and this one was beautifully renovated and very comfortable. The town is an excellent alternative to Monterey, being quieter and less "touristy". PG also has some great restaurants (don't miss eating at Passionfish, one of the best on the coast). Thank you, Mark, for sharing your little bit of heaven!!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/01/07
Review Submitted: 06/04/07
Hi Mark, I felt like I had come home to visit the folks. Everything was comfortable and conveniently located. What can I say, coming from a busy city to a place like Pacific Grove is so nice and relaxing. Thanks for making my visit a memorable one. Frances, Los Angeles
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/01/07
Review Submitted: 04/30/07
The location simply can't be beat. Close to everything, yet on a quiet, nice street. Owner is very thorough and a pleasure to deal with. We had a most enjoyable and comfortable stay. Thanks, Mark.
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Guest: Jeanette_HAC76782
(San Francisco, Ca)
Date of Stay: 02/01/07
Review Submitted: 02/19/07
The cottage is great very central to downtown Pacific Grove. We stayed 3 nights with our 18- month-old. Not only is the cottage walking distance from Lover's Point, it's also about two short blocks from a great little playground. We ate in two nights but our last night there, a relative who lives in the area came and babysat so we could enjoy an adult meal at Passionfish. The meal was suberb, highly recommended. I definitely recommend this cottage especially if you have a small child.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/07
Review Submitted: 01/21/07
Although small, the cottage has all the essentials for a comfortable vacation. The kitchen in particular was quite spacious and useful for a family of four. Also, the location can't be beat!
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Guest: Mike Elliott
(Not Specified)
Date of Stay: 01/01/07
Review Submitted: 01/16/07
The cottage was perfect for us. We like to walk to as many attractions as possible, and were able to walk to the Aquarium, Cannery Row and to downtown Pacific Grove.
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Guest: gregL
(Flagstaff, AZ)
Date of Stay: 12/01/06
Review Submitted: 12/03/06
We stayed in the cottage over the Thanksgiving holiday and had a great time. It was cozy, warm, and inviting. Everything worked perfectly. If we come to Pacific Grove again, we'll try to stay there again.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/06
Review Submitted: 10/01/06
We had a lovely stay for a week in Mark's cottage. The location was great - just a few block walk to the beach or restaraunts. Lovely neighborhood (and a cute playground just around the corner for restless kids). Furnishings were comfortable - nice to have satelite TV and DVD player. Definitely recommend!
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Guest: Kelly Poe Wilson
(Flagstaff, AZ)
Date of Stay: 09/01/06
Review Submitted: 09/03/06
We had a very enjoyable experience in the cottage--it was especially nice to be able to walk to the Aquarium and Lover's Point.
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Guest: Jenny & Lawrence
(San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/01/06
Review Submitted: 08/18/06
We stayed 2 nights with our children, ages 2 and 5, and had a lovely time. The cottage was clean, comfortable and functional (we really utilized the wireless connection plus the washer & dryer!) and the location is unbeatable. There's a great park & playground within very short walking distance that my daughters really enjoyed. A great experience all-around, from making the arrangements with ease (thank you, Mark!) to the relaxing stay itself. Highly recommend!
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Guest: Four golf buddies
(Berkeley, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/01/06
Review Submitted: 08/17/06
I'm hesitant to leave positive comments for fear of this cottage becoming too popular! Quiet neighborhood, comfortable furnishings, and great location make this a wonderful alternative to staying in a hotel. Have breakfast at Toasties and margaritas at Pepper's, both nearby. Yum!
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Guest: Deborah_HAC58778
(Santa Fe, New Mexico)
Date of Stay: 07/01/06
Review Submitted: 07/30/06
This was the perfect cottage for my son (age 13) and me. It was an easy drive from San Jose and once we arrived we walked everywhere -- to the beach, the aquarium and to several great restaurants. We hope to return soon.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/01/06
Review Submitted: 04/30/06
Dear Mark, We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.Your Pacific Grove cottage is very cozy and comfortable. It was great to be so close to a playground, Lover's Point Beach and about a 20 minute walk to the Aquarium along the bike/walking trail. We also enjoyed the proximity to local cafes and restaurants. Our five-year old son said that he was going to "miss our little house". We will definetly consider renting your cottage again on our next trip to the Monterey area.
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Guest: M, B, and K
(Santa Rosa, CA.)
Date of Stay: 04/01/06
Review Submitted: 04/12/06
Had a great visit. The house is close to the water, on a very quiet street, and a nice 25 minute walk to the aquarium. We will try to stay here again on our next trip to Monterey!
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Guest: David and Julie Hernandez
(Sacramento)
Date of Stay: 02/01/06
Review Submitted: 02/05/06
This is a lovely cottage; clean and centrally located. Our 3 Children loved it - and we thoroughally enjoyed the short distances to the various area of interest!
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Guest: Mary Chan
(Oakland, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/01/06
Review Submitted: 01/16/06
The location is great!! Walking distance to everything: beaches, lighthouse, aquarium, shops & resturants. Very intimate & cozy for a couples getaway :) Will recommend and will be back to visit again.
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Guest: Mary Daniel
(Bishop, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/01/06
Review Submitted: 01/14/06
Our family spent three nights in this charming Pacific Grove home. Communications with the owner prior to the trip were always professional, and included timely reponses to our questions. The house itself had rustic, historic charm from the outside; the inside was modern and had everything one needs to ensure a comfortable stay. What we appreciated most was the location. We were within walking or biking distance to nearly everything we wanted to see, which was wonderful. We were all delighted to have found such a perfect get-away home and will, most certainly, put it on top of the list of options when we come this way down the road.
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Guest: Carolyn_HAC41511
(Sacramento, ca)
Date of Stay: 12/01/05
Review Submitted: 12/19/05
Mark, I just want to thank you for allowing me to stay in your beautiful cottage. The place was so cute and close to everything I wanted to do. It was within walking distance of Canery row and only a few minute drive to Carmel. I love it and my time went by too fast!!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/05
Review Submitted: 10/30/05
We had a wonderful time staying in your cute little cottage. I loved the location being so close to everything and walking everywhere. We were very comfortable. It was a little cooler than I expected and the big down comforters were a treat. I will recommend your cottage to anyone I know that is planning a visit there. Thanks for everything.
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Guest: Michael Digirolamo
(Walnut Creek, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/05
Review Submitted: 09/16/05
What a great location! The cottage is clean and conviently located to head up to Monterey or down to Carmel. Perfect for walking down to Lovers Cove. Nice cozy cottage. Totally enjoyed my stay, and will hopefully be back next year at the same time.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/05
Review Submitted: 09/05/05
We had a wonderful time in Monterey. The cottage was clean and had all the amenities we needed. The location was perfect for the activities we wanted to do. We were able to wake up in the morning and walk to the beach. We couldn't have asked for anything better.
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Guest: Kathy L.
(Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/01/05
Review Submitted: 08/17/05
What a great location! The cottage is a really good price and has everything you might need for a visit. We stayed a week and had a chance to sample many of the restaurants and shops that are within walking distance. I also enjoyed the easy walk to the ocean and aquarium.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/05
Review Submitted: 08/09/05
Sweet cottage, just moments from Lover's Point. The town is silent and peaceful, and the owners are great to do business with. The cottage is in great shape inside with nice personal touches. We enjoyed our stay!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/05
Review Submitted: 04/08/05
It's a lovely cottage with everything needed for a small family. Pacific Grove downtown with a lot of coffee/breakfast/dinner places is a 5-minute walk away. It takes 20-30 minutes to walk to Monterey Bay Aquarium. The part we liked the most was the walking/bike track which starts at Lover's point (5-minute walk from the cottage), and goes right by the ocean, all the way to the aquarium and beyond (to the town of Seaside?). This track is excellent for an early morning or post-dinner walk/jog, especially in summer.
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