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Joyful Home near Monterey, Carmel, Pebble Beach, Big Sur

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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Marina, CA
  • Marina State Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Marina Dunes Preserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Joyful Home near Monterey, Carmel, Pebble Beach, Big Sur

It Matters Where You Stay! Enjoy Whole House.
Nice and cozy fully renovated house with plenty of space in Beautiful city Marina. 2-mile to the Beach. Conveniently close to shopping, award wining dining, wine tasting, beaches, trails, bike paths and golf. A close proximity to Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Pacific Grove, Carmel, Big sur and Pebble Beach.

Property manager

BJ
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Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Marina

Marina is home to this holiday home. 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 Monterey Bay and Lovers Point. Travelling with kids? Make time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.
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Marina, CA

What's nearby

  • Marina State Beach - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Marina Dunes Preserve - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • California State University Monterey Bay - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 16 min drive - 22.0 km
  • WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca - 24 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 19 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dametra Fresh Mediterranean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Joyful Home near Monterey, Carmel, Pebble Beach, Big Sur pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Where is Joyful Home near Monterey, Carmel, Pebble Beach, Big Sur located?

This family-friendly Marina holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marina Dunes Preserve and Marina State Beach. Fort Ord Dunes State Park is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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

Marina Stay

The property was very clean and nicely appointed with many conveniences. We appreciated being able to include our dogs and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa m.

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

Girls trip

We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra H.

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

Perfect overnight stay in the Monterey area

Spacious home and safe feeling neighborhood. We were only there for a night but the drive over to Monterey in the morning was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elna M.

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

Great getaway

We enjoyed our Monterey stay. The home was cozy and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronda W.

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

The second cleanest rental I’ve ever stayed in!

Very quiet neighborhood, well furnished and appointed, really appreciated the extra amenities !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip L.

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

Great place for golfers playing in Monterey.

BJ’s place was terrific for four adults. I would like to see a bbq added for future trips to this great vrbo.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sofia B.

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

Relaxing stay near everything in Monterey County!

My friends and I stayed here while going sightseeing around Monterey and Big Sur prior to attending a wedding. Although the bathrooms were a bit dated and leaky, the cozy and relaxing living room and bedrooms made up for it. Plus, with the location near State Hwy 1, you can get anywhere up and down the Central Coast very quickly! Bijay was a great and responsive host and we recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory P.

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

Great location

Easy trip to 17 Mile drive and golf!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

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

Lovely place to stay

Had everything we needed and well stocked collection of coffees & caffinated teas. Great rooms, very warm, comfortable & inviting! Thanks for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amyntom G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice place

It was a great place for my friends and I to explore nearby Monterey and Carmel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia D.

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

Love the house and location

Marina is close to Monterey Aquarium and the rest of places one wants to see and enjoy in the Monterey Bay. The house comfortably accommodated my family and a small dog. We enjoyed the place and would recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Nice Place

Enjoyed our stay as it was close to Laguna Seca, had ample parking, and was close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

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

Will stay again

The house was perfect for our needs. Clean, the beds were very comfortable. The neighborhood was great for dog walking. It was a great value for the price. We will definitely rent again when we come back Monterey.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita S.

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

Bijay

Nice place. Close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don G.

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

Great Beach house in Marina

Great 4 bedroom house minutes from the beach. Great layout and amenities. Comfortable, clean, charming. Definitely would recommend this house to stay in if you are ever in the Monterey area with your family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley Q.

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

Weekend getaway

We stayed here for a friends’ wedding in Carmel. Everything was 20 mins or less away, including yummy food, beautiful beaches and views. It was really easy communicating with the host-BJ responded quickly to my questions. We were all comfortable and enjoyed the backyard hangs. The neighborhood is quiet and had easy freeway access- but far enough to feel away from it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

gilliantheadventurer

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

Holy Smokes Batman!!

My friends and I had a fantastic time staying at this property. Everything went smoothly and the house was perfect and pristine!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

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

Clean cozy home

This home was perfect! The host was nice and easy to communicate with. We had the best stay! The beds were so comfy, everything was clean, and the location was perfect. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

george s.

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

Fabulous

I am a rental property owner so I know what it takes to serve clients. This property was perfect. It was super clean, had wonderful amenities, a welcomed surprise gift, and perfect location. 3 golfing buddies and I shared the home. It’s the ideal foursome one or two night stay-only 20 minutes from Pebble Beach. Also it’s only 3 miles from a state park and expansive beach area. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Wonderful place for multi family vacation

We absolutely loved this place. Really nice details such as the table already set for us. Full tea selection (in the cupboard above the coffee area). To help anyone with their planning, the configuration is one queen & 1 shared bathroom downstairs, en suite king plus 2 queens & 1 shared bathroom upstairs. Really well kitted out for kids, including a walk in closet with a pack n play already in it in the primary! Had to reach out to host to get check in instructions, but was very helpful. Loved and recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Great place close to Monterey

Clean house with good amenities such as fireplace and fire pit outside m. Close to Wharf and Aquarium
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee m.

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

Monterey Golf Trip

Perfect for our group
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

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

Exactly as described

Had a nice stay. Good location to beach, aquarium and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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