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Renovated 2BR, 2 Ba + Den Carmel Charmer - Gingerbread Cottage

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A coastal pathway with potted plants, a stone wall, and a building with large windows overlooking the sea.
A patio with a wooden deck, two chairs, and potted plants.
A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a dishwasher, a sink, and a stand mixer.
A blue car parked in a driveway with a wooden fence and a brick pathway.
A corner seating area with two armchairs and a small round table, large windows with a view of a wooden fence and trees, and a wooden floor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to 17-Mile Drive
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Carmel, CA
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Den/Office

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

Renovated 2BR, 2 Ba + Den Carmel Charmer - Gingerbread Cottage

Originally built in 1937, the Gingerbread Cottage is ideally situated less than a half mile from the Carpenter Street/Highway 1 intersection allowing for easy access to all the sights and attractions on the Monterey Peninsula. The gate in the large privacy fence opens to a stone paver landscaped patio which gets plenty of mid day sun.

Upon entering the home you will find a cozy comfortable living room featuring a thermostatically controlled gas fireplace and a 42 inch flat panel 'smart' television. Or if you prefer to bring along your favorite music, listen on the Bose Wave sound system (CD's) or Bluetooth sound bar. On your right will be the office/den with a desk and a queen size sofa bed if additional sleeping arrangements are needed. This room can become private simply by closing the pocket doors.

The well equipped kitchen features all new stainless steel appliances including a refrigerator with ice maker, a dishwasher, microwave and gas stove. To the right of the bay windowed dining area is the full size washer and dryer and entrance to the second bath and second queen sized bedroom.

Moving past the dining area is a sunroom/sitting area outside the master bedroom which features a king bed. The master bath has a walk-in shower, separate toilet area and a walk in closet.

Virtually all Monterey Peninsula activities and attractions are within 10 minutes from the property conveniently located less than half a mile from the Carpenter Avenue/Highway 1 intersection. Ocean Avenue in Carmel is less than a mile away and within five miles of the home is the Lodge at Pebble Beach, the Monterey Wharf, Cannery Row and the Monterey Aquarium, and the Crossroads and Del Monte Shopping Centers. Add a few more miles heading south and you can enjoy many photo opportunities of Big Sur along the way.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
NO cribs, playpens, high chairs or other equipment
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
$500 additional fee if pets brought to property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Violation results in $300 additional cleaning fee

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No cribs, playpens, high chairs or other equipment suitable for infants or toddlers is available
Charges to security deposit for permanent stains $25 towels/sheets $75 for comforters $100 or replacement cost for stains to furniture
Charges to security deposit Repair/Replacement cost for damage to electronics or appliances Replacement cost for missing or broken items

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number VR001143
Property # 478118
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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Carmel

Northeast Carmel, a neighborhood in Carmel, is home to this cottage. Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach Golf Links 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. Scuba diving, windsurfing, and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Carmel, CA

What's nearby

  • 17-Mile Drive - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Forest Theater Guild - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sunset Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Carmel Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 15 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chez Noir - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Renovated 2BR, 2 Ba + Den Carmel Charmer - Gingerbread Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Renovated 2BR, 2 Ba + Den Carmel Charmer - Gingerbread Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated 2BR, 2 Ba + Den Carmel Charmer - Gingerbread Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renovated 2BR, 2 Ba + Den Carmel Charmer - Gingerbread Cottage located?

Located in Northeast Carmel, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Forest Theater Guild and 17-Mile Drive. Carmel Beach is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Bob Froese

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The Gingerbread Cottage was originally built in 1937 as a two bedroom, one bath cottage which was perfect for Barrie Hart Froese's first home in her hometown of Carmel while serving as a vice principal at Carmel Middle School. She moved to San Francisco, met her husband Bob and has also lived in Barrington, IL and now in Montgomery, AL but has always kept this home as a rental.

Why they chose this property

As the old saying in real estate goes, Location, Location, Location. Virtually all Monterey Peninsula activities and attractions are within 10 minutes from the property conveniently located less than half a mile from the Carpenter Avenue/Highway 1 intersection. Ocean Avenue in Carmel is less than a mile away and within five miles of the home is the Lodge at Pebble Beach, the Monterey Wharf, Cannery Row and the Monterey Aquarium, and the Crossroads and Del Monte Shopping Centers. Add a few more miles heading south and you can enjoy many photo opportunities of Big Sur along the way.

What makes this property unique

In 2014, the decision was made to totally renovate the house and expand it to its current configuration. All that was kept were three of the outside walls and the original roofline - and of course the gingerbread woodwork on the outside of the house. While still maintaining the cottage atmosphere, the house has all new stainless steel appliances, a full size washer/dryer and WiFi throughout.

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