Location: Carmel By the Sea, Central Coast, California, USA (Monterey Peninsula Area, Carmel) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
"Out of the Blue" is a charming two bedroom/two bath cottage at the gateway to beautiful Carmel-by-the-Sea. The unique nautical theme throughout introduces you to authentic Carmel. You will enjoy the benefits of the Carmel lifestyle including walking to the town and white sand beaches,the Forest Theatre and wonderful restaurants.
Graced with beautiful large windows and abundant flowers cascading from window boxes, this home is a true Carmel beauty.
Diane has put her unique decorator touch on the whole house beginning with the front entry. A handmade Dutch door created with stained glass welcomes each guest upon arrival. Sea life mosaic stepping stones are embedded in the beautiful blue entry tile.
A large mosaic on the wall welcomes you each time you walk through the door. New blue carpet takes you to the upper level where you will be delighted with the many windows, bright sunshine, and filtered ocean view through the Monterey pines.
The spacious upper level, decorated with whitewashed wicker, is warm and inviting in wonderful colors of blue, turquoise, jade and white. The hardwood floors throughout add to the beauty and warmth. There is a gas-burning stone fireplace to keep you cozy on cool nights. The dining table seats six and has a beautiful view of lacy redwoods with the Pacific and Point Lobos in the distance. A spacious window seat forms an inviting nook for reading and relaxing.
Two more of Diane's beautiful mosaics complement the handmade blue tile counter tops in the kitchen. There is a large deck overflowing with flowers on the top level with seating and a small table for beverages or snacks.
The upper bedroom is unique with a turquoise wrought iron bed frame in the form of a seashell. All of the furniture was custom made for the room and is adorned with turquoise seashell handles and legs. Beautiful bedding and nautical stained-glass lamps as well as original water colors complete the room. Cozy up with the lush terry bathrobes in each bedroom.
The very spacious lower bedroom is decorated in blue and white with white wicker furniture and a king-size bed. A cozy corner fireplace with unique mosaic design by local artists adds warmth and charm to this beautiful master suite. There is a television for your enjoyment. The large, tiled bathroom is airy and bright.
"Out of the Blue" has a lovely enclosed backyard with used brick patio and lush plants. There are tables and chairs on the patio for relaxing and outdoor entertaining, along with a gas barbecue.
Five short blocks finds you in the heart of town with Carmel's quaint shops, beautiful art galleries, and excellent restaurants. Carmel beach is only a ten-minute walk from the house. It is a great way to get exercise and have fun too!
Forest Theatre is just around the corner, and Mission Trails Park (great hiking) is five minutes away.
Passes to the world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium are included.
Come and experience the charm of "Out of the Blue!"
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace (2)
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed: Queen
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: DVD's and VCR tapes for adults and kids
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone (3) : Unrestricted phone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet: Wireless high speed Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Two fireplaces, deck with ocean view, patio, beach gear, DVD's and VCR tapes for adults and kids, passes for free admission to Monterey Bay Aquariuim
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: Lots of toys, books and videos
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Walk the world famous Carmel beach, Stroll through downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, Enjoy the unparalleled art galleries, shopping and restaurants, Cruise the beautiful 17 mile drive through the Del Monte Forest, Walk through Mission Trails Park to the historic Carmel Mission, Immerse yourself in the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Drive the spectacular coast highway south to the redwoods of Big Sur, Experience the stunning view from Nepenthe Restaurant, Visit the Steinbeck Museum in Salinas, Hike the magnificent trails of Point Lobos State Park, Golf the many gorgeous courses of the Monterey Peninsula, Enjoy one of the special events held throughout the year
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
June, July, Aug............. $2300/week .. $7100/month
Apr, May, Sept, Oct ........ $1800/week .. $5500/month
Feb, Mar, Nov .. $1700/week .. $5200/month
Dec, Jan ............ $1600/week .. $4950/month
$110 cleaning fee. No extra charges.Deposit payable by credit card.
Rates may be higher for holidays and special events.
Out of the Blue is smoke-free. Pets are not allowed.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Walk to Town & Beach from Unique Out of the Blue Cottage
Year Purchased: 2000
Why the Owner Chose Carmel By the Sea
Of course, we always wished we had bought a place when we first lived here, and never really thought we would ever own a home in Carmel. But finally Out of the Blue we made the big step and bought our special spot in May 2000.
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage
We hope you enjoy our home and this beautiful area, and will return many times.
Chuck and Diane Elliott
Owner's Map of Carmel By the Sea
Our romance began in 1961 when Diane came to Carmel at age 22 to be a 4th grade teacher at Carmel River School. Out of the Blue, she met Chuck who had just left the Navy's Blue Angels and was enrolled in the Naval Postgraduate School. In 1964 we were married and began a life together. Through the years, as a Navy family, we lived many places, but always returned to Carmel to visit our old friends and to bask in the beauty of the area.
Property Photos
- Out of the Blue at the gateway to beautiful Carmel-by-the-Sea - Carmel, Monterey, CA - California Lodging Rental - "Out of the Blue" in Carmel-By-the-Sea!
- Walk to world famous Carmel beach - Carmel, Monterey, CA - California Lodging Rental - "Out of the Blue" in Carmel-By-the-Sea!
- Great room opens to filtered sunlight - Carmel, Monterey, CA - California Lodging Rental - "Out of the Blue" in Carmel-By-the-Sea!
- Sunny dining
- Kitchen with mosaic counter
- Bedroom with nautical theme
- Bedroom with king and fireplace
- Mosaic corner fireplace
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We have had a fantastic week in your lovely house – thank you so much, Diane and Chuck! From the moment we walked in and found your lovely note (and bottle of wine!) we knew we were going to relax and enjoy ourselves. The highlights were the sunsets on the beach, the aquarium, which was amazing, puttering around the shops and coming back and sitting on the deck. We are looking forward to the next part of our holiday in San Francisco, but will never forget our week in Out of the Blue. John & Mary Sweeney Betty Logan Wales, UK
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Dear Diane & Chuck, It was such a pleasure spending these last few days in your lovely home. The creativity and loving touches are a reflection of your hospitality and provide a welcome respite at the end of each day - in fact we left the house each morning later than intended because it was nice to read a book or play cards in the cozy living area on a foggy day! Thank you for your dining suggestions – we tried several and they were excellent. We definitely look forward to a future visit! All the best, Lee, Alexis, Karen & Kehan Eils Danville, CA
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Diane & Chuck, Our stay at Out of the Blue was great. We found great joy in the fish theme, straight down to the fish toilet seat! This was our third time in Carmel and the location of the house was perfect for us. We were able to walk to town to eat dinner or hop in the car to Monterey. We are avid beach glass hunters, so Pacific Grove’s beaches were perfect. We found ourselves at the beaches every morning for low tide. And we knew about most of the restaurants you suggested and they were all great! Point Lobos is beautiful and Mission Ranch was the BEST brunch we have ever had. The weather was even great! Out of the Blue was perfect for our Carmel retreat. Amanda, Marion and Carson Manchester
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Dear Diane & Chuck, We had a great week in your wonderful Out of the Blue. Our two teenagers, Elyse (15) and her best friend Elizabeth (17) enjoyed the privacy that the downstairs afforded them and we thoroughly enjoyed the light-filled upper bed & living areas. It was a week of beachcombing, hiking biking, kayaking and even a trip down the coast to Hearst Castle. Great week! The weather was fabulous and the dining suggestions that you made were spot on. Many thanks! The Hennewinkels
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Dear Diane & Chuck, Out of the Blue was a great house for a multi-generation wedding weekend. Grandma and grandpa, son and grandson all enjoyed "Out of the Blue". Your decor lends a truly Carmel feel and the location was ideal for fun at the beach and quuick access to Carmel Valley where the wedding "happenings" took place. There were many personal touches that made us feel right at home - thanks to your attention to detail. We hope to see you again. The McEwans Bob, Jeanne, John, William
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Dear Diane & Chuck, This house and the details it has make it a unique testament to the love of life that you two share with your guests! We thank you for sharing it with us and for your generous gift. We'll keep in touch. Azniv, Tigran, Michelle, Michael
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Thank you for sharing your home with us. We truly enjoyed spending time in "Out of the Blue". Our kids (4,2) did not ask to go home the entire time we were here. They generally miss their own beds and toys after the third day of vacation. Our favorites are the big windows, trees and the patio. It rained a lot while we were here but enjoyed staying in by the fire. We'll be back next year! Simon, Dana, Noah and Henri
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We had a great stay! It was both fun and relaxing. I appreciated your having so manyvof the basics available in the kitchen. We also made use of your guest passes to the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Thanks! We look forward to our next trip to Carmel. Michael & Susan Gallagher
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Dear Diane & Chuck, We had a lovely week with our family in "Out of the Blue", your cottage inspired by the sea. It was a perfect place to return to Carmel & connect with all the fond memories that I have of living here a few years ago. It was a perfect spot for our Christmas holiday that combined family & friends. Thanks for sharing your charming cottage - all the best to your family in the coming year -- Lisa, Marie & Jim Choate
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11/21/08 Dear Chuck & Diane, Out of the Blue was just what the Doctor ordered! What a perfect place to get rejuvenated after a hectic year of work. I wanted for absolutely nothing the entire week! The forest-like setting, the warmth & charm of your cottage, and the attention to detail (including kitchen utensils & pantry items). But, most of all, I want you to know that I felt all the love you poured into Out of the Blue. I look forward to seeing you some time next year. Cheryl