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"Serendipity " at Carmel By the Sea

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Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cozy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Carmel Beach
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Carmel, CA
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪10 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

About this property

"Serendipity " at Carmel By the Sea

Quiet and tranquil, yet just a two block walk to Carmel's famous shops and restaurants and eight blocks to the Beach! This home is situated among the towering trees of Carmel and upon entering it you will be surrounded by its charm.

Our home was built in the 20's with hardwood floors and many lovely antiques. There is a front flower garden with patios on both sides for either sun or shade.

Upon entering you will find a well- stocked kitchen with a large comfortable dining room. There is a lovely window seat that looks out onto the front patio and garden. A perfect place to sit and have coffee and read the morning paper.

Enter the great room where there is plenty of space for the whole family to sit together watch TV and enjoy the roaring fire in the Carmel stone fireplace.

On this level there is one large bedroom and bathroom (queen bed), with doors leading out to the front patio and garden. The backyard has a gas barbecue, table and chairs for 6 and outside seating. We allow dogs so the yard is completely fenced.

Upstairs is the master bedroom with king bed and charming window seat, with a full bath with two sinks. There is also a loft with a twin bed for additional sleeping.

The ADU has a King bedroom and ensuite bath with soaking tub and shower overhead.

Come visit Carmel and our charming home-- There is something magical here--once you're here, you'll never want to leave!

No Smoking, Please.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 52180
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

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 in the mood for shopping can visit Carmel Plaza and Cannery Row. 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 hiking and cycling nearby.
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Carmel, CA

What's nearby

  • The Doud Arcade - 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
  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio - ‬2 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 Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Serendipity " at Carmel By the Sea on Aug 31, 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 5-minute walk of Galante Vineyards and Carmel Plaza. Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Madeline R.

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

Nice

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

8/10 Good

laura p.

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

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Edmund P B.

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

Angela W.

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.

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Malamut

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