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"Serendipity " at Carmel By the Sea

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A bedroom with a bed, a red sofa, a patterned rug, a picture on the wall, and a window with a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a lamp, a framed picture, and a door leading to another room.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, and a window with a view of greenery.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a large window overlooking a patio area.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair, wooden flooring, and built-in shelving.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Carmel Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Carmel, CA
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunset Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Carmel

Downtown Carmel, a neighborhood in Carmel, is home to this vacation home. 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. Snorkeling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Carmel, CA

What's nearby

  • Galante Vineyards - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sunset Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • 17-Mile Drive - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carmel Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 20 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chez Noir - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "Serendipity " at Carmel By the Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at "Serendipity " at Carmel By the Sea?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Serendipity " at Carmel By the Sea on Oct 26, 2026 start from $289, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Serendipity " at Carmel By the Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Serendipity " at Carmel By the Sea?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Serendipity " at Carmel By the Sea located?

Located in Downtown Carmel, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Galante Vineyards, Carmel Beach, and 17-Mile Drive. The Doud Arcade and Blair Estate Tasting Room are just steps away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location! Great hosts!

Will stay again if it's available when we next visit the area. It was wonderful!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Barbara is nice to deal with
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

The location cannot be beat! Walk to everything!

We loved staying at Serendipity. We found a 5 mile circle walk, through Mission Trail Park, around the point, Carmel Beach, and back up (!) Ocean Avenue. It was fun to mix that up a bit by heading down side streets and checking out the beautiful homes. Serendipity has a lovely front courtyard with huge, old cypress tree in front of the fence, which made the upstairs bedroom seem like a tree house. Check out the window seat in the dining room, which became my coffee spot. The house is quite old and could use some refurbishing, which is why I only gave it 4 stars, but that is part of its great charm. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Month in Carmel

This warm and relaxed home was perfect for our Carmel stay. We felt at home the instant we walked in. The home is spacious and casual with beautiful natural lighting. The host was easy to work with and accommodating. The courtyard garden was charming and beautiful with ample out door seating and a towering redwood distinguishes the front yard. The kitchen was well appointed. And we loved a fire in the fireplace at night. The location was perfect, convenient for exploring downtown and for walks to the beach. We enjoyed a magical month in Carmel and look forward to returning to Serendipity.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 2022 Carmel Stay

Very close to town which made it us able to walk down every day. Good communication with owner. Quiet street, Dog friendly. Beds comfortable. Made for a great vacation.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carmel Charm

We enjoyed our stay. Great location and charming.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Unique cottage with true Carmel character, close to everything you need.

We walked every day, to the beach, to the shops, in the woods on Mission trail just up the street. Our dog came with us everywhere, so we all had a wonderful vacation. Serendipity is well equipped in the kitchen, as well as throughout the bedrooms and baths. Everything was there that we would need. Barbara responded very nearly immediately to our request for getting the DVD player to "talk" to the TV, and we were able to enjoy a number of movies that we checked out of the Carmel library. Weather permitting, there is a lovely patio with tables and chairs, where we ate a few lunches and enjoyed the bright flowers in the garden. There is adequate parking for two cars, very important! We had a great month at Serendipity.
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely Perfect!

My husband and I had an extended stay at Serendipity. The location is absolutely perfect. You are just two blocks from downtown Carmel, and a short walk to the beach. The home is fully furnished with everything that you could possibly need. We had our small dog with us, and the fully fenced front and back yard was great for him. I didn't have to worry about him getting out at all. There is plenty of parking. I would highly recommend this property for a short or long term stay. The owners were great to work with.
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