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Walk to town & beach! 4 bdrm sleeps 7, gated yard, 2 firepits, deck w/ocean view
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 72100 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Downstairs Guestroom #2
1 Double Bed
Downstairs Guest Room #1
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Guestroom #3
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Downstairs Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Upstairs Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Walk to town & beach! 4 bdrm sleeps 7, gated yard, 2 firepits, deck w/ocean view
Welcome to your Carmel-by-the-Sea home away from home. Can you already feel a cool ocean breeze on your skin? Smell the salty air with hints of Carmel Pine trees? Hear the breaking waves in the distance? Relaxation sets in even before you open the gate to The Salty Dog! Inside, a lush, private garden courtyard with a welcoming fire pit awaits you.
This home features four comfortable bedrooms and two full bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to seven people. The expansive front of the house features a luxury (and private) outdoor living space with a beautiful stone patio, sofa seating, and a dining area, creating a peaceful, open-air setting. The circular seating around the fire pit allows for conversation, snuggling with a great book, or quiet reflection.
Upon entering our recently renovated, light-filled home, a welcome tote bag with goodies will be waiting for you!
Inside, you’ll find a gas fireplace that opens to both the living and dining areas. The living room has a large art frame smart TV, a new, comfy sofa, an oversized chair, and more. An entire wall of glass looks out onto the front patio and garden. The fully-equipped kitchen has modern appliances, an oven, a gas stove, a microwave, plenty of storage, an espresso maker, a coffee maker, a high-end juicer, an ice maker, and so much more. A dutch door leads to the side yard and back deck, which has a freestanding gas BBQ, commercial outdoor heater, and another private seating area.
The main level also features two guest bedrooms (one double and one queen bed), one bathroom, a laundry area with a washer and dryer, a clothesline, an iron, and an ironing board. A dutch door provides access to the back deck.
To access the primary bedroom and the upper balcony deck, you must be able to climb stairs.
The upstairs boasts a third guest bedroom (queen bed) and a spacious primary bedroom (king bed). Both bedrooms have access to the full bathroom with a tub/shower. Large windows look out onto the treetops and an ocean view! There is a second fireplace and a walk-in closet located in the primary bedroom. Each bedroom has a dutch door leading to the upper deck.
The detached office cottage has a tv, a leather sofa, and room to work on a puzzle or have a game/movie night! The recently remodeled space also serves as a quiet office, separate from the main house. A desk, printer, and some office supplies are provided. A wall of windows and French doors leads to the front garden, stone patio, and fire pit.
The upper deck is a spacious oasis with gorgeous ocean views, stunning sunsets, neighborhood, forest views, and comfortable seating around a fire pit.
We have a driveway and a parking spot in front of the house. We do not have a garage.
The Salty Dog is located on the north end of Carmel-by-the-Sea and adjacent to the Pescadero Canyon. (The property is located on San Carlos Street between Alta and Vista. The VRBO location site is sometimes inaccurate, so it's best to refer to a Carmel map to verify the home's location.) It is an eight-block walk (and a 3-minute drive) to downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea with its famed restaurants and shops, or a ten-block walk (and a 3-minute drive) to the beach along our village’s charming streets. The Forest Hill Park, nestled within the neighborhood forest, is just around the corner from The Salty Dog and offers a playground, public restrooms, a basketball half-court, and public tennis courts.
Please note: The Salty Dog is located in a quiet, residential neighborhood, and we expect our guests to be respectful. Absolutely NO smoking or parties are allowed, or loud outdoor music or conversations after 10:00 pm. Only the contracted guest may have one pre-approved dog stay at the house. Other visitors may not bring their pet(s).
This home features four comfortable bedrooms and two full bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to seven people. The expansive front of the house features a luxury (and private) outdoor living space with a beautiful stone patio, sofa seating, and a dining area, creating a peaceful, open-air setting. The circular seating around the fire pit allows for conversation, snuggling with a great book, or quiet reflection.
Upon entering our recently renovated, light-filled home, a welcome tote bag with goodies will be waiting for you!
Inside, you’ll find a gas fireplace that opens to both the living and dining areas. The living room has a large art frame smart TV, a new, comfy sofa, an oversized chair, and more. An entire wall of glass looks out onto the front patio and garden. The fully-equipped kitchen has modern appliances, an oven, a gas stove, a microwave, plenty of storage, an espresso maker, a coffee maker, a high-end juicer, an ice maker, and so much more. A dutch door leads to the side yard and back deck, which has a freestanding gas BBQ, commercial outdoor heater, and another private seating area.
The main level also features two guest bedrooms (one double and one queen bed), one bathroom, a laundry area with a washer and dryer, a clothesline, an iron, and an ironing board. A dutch door provides access to the back deck.
To access the primary bedroom and the upper balcony deck, you must be able to climb stairs.
The upstairs boasts a third guest bedroom (queen bed) and a spacious primary bedroom (king bed). Both bedrooms have access to the full bathroom with a tub/shower. Large windows look out onto the treetops and an ocean view! There is a second fireplace and a walk-in closet located in the primary bedroom. Each bedroom has a dutch door leading to the upper deck.
The detached office cottage has a tv, a leather sofa, and room to work on a puzzle or have a game/movie night! The recently remodeled space also serves as a quiet office, separate from the main house. A desk, printer, and some office supplies are provided. A wall of windows and French doors leads to the front garden, stone patio, and fire pit.
The upper deck is a spacious oasis with gorgeous ocean views, stunning sunsets, neighborhood, forest views, and comfortable seating around a fire pit.
We have a driveway and a parking spot in front of the house. We do not have a garage.
The Salty Dog is located on the north end of Carmel-by-the-Sea and adjacent to the Pescadero Canyon. (The property is located on San Carlos Street between Alta and Vista. The VRBO location site is sometimes inaccurate, so it's best to refer to a Carmel map to verify the home's location.) It is an eight-block walk (and a 3-minute drive) to downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea with its famed restaurants and shops, or a ten-block walk (and a 3-minute drive) to the beach along our village’s charming streets. The Forest Hill Park, nestled within the neighborhood forest, is just around the corner from The Salty Dog and offers a playground, public restrooms, a basketball half-court, and public tennis courts.
Please note: The Salty Dog is located in a quiet, residential neighborhood, and we expect our guests to be respectful. Absolutely NO smoking or parties are allowed, or loud outdoor music or conversations after 10:00 pm. Only the contracted guest may have one pre-approved dog stay at the house. Other visitors may not bring their pet(s).
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Shots must be current, dog treated for fleas/ticks
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please ensure all dishes have been washed and put back in their original places to help us keep our kitchen clean and organized.
Please ensure all furniture/furnishings have been returned to their original places.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Carmel
Located in Northwest Carmel, a neighborhood in Carmel, this vacation home is near a water park and near the beach. Pebble Beach Golf Links and Fisherman's Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carmel Beach and Monterey Bay. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
What's nearby
- 17-Mile Drive - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Carmel Plaza - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Blair Estate Tasting Room - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Sunset Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Carmel Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - 14 min walk
- Vesuvio - 14 min walk
- Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company - 14 min walk
- Dametra Cafe - 14 min walk
- Il Fornaio - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
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Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Sep 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 52 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rick F.
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place
Rick F.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ryan D.
Mar 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Ryan D.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Martin C.
Oct 5, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Salty Dog
Martin C.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah E.
Feb 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing rental home in Carmel
Sarah E.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rick F.
Aug 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the Salty. Dog
Rick F.
Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diane T.
Oct 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent House in Beautiful Carmel
Diane T.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
John A.
Sep 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carmel Gem on San Carlos
John A.
Stayed 29 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Clayton A.
Jun 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house in great location!
Clayton A.
Stayed 46 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
mary b.
Mar 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nirvana
mary b.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lora S.
Apr 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Stay at the Salty Dog
Lora S.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lucia B.
Jan 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical
Lucia B.
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Heidi G.
Nov 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property that was better than advertised!
Heidi G.
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen D.
Jul 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable
Karen D.
Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
W. S. (Steve) P.
Jul 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet,relaxing, and clean
W. S. (Steve) P.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2022
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