Sweet, Historic Cottage on Carmel Point

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All-heart redwood living room with stone fireplace looks out on lush garden

The warmth of redwood surrounded by a wild garden

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Carmel, CA

Carmel Beach
‪12 min walk‬
Carmel Mission Basilica
‪12 min walk‬
Carmel Plaza
‪3 min drive‬
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to the cozy, wonderful Cottage of River Winds, a unique and wonderful all-heart redwood cottage designed by early California architect Julia Morgan! This 103-year-old cottage is the heart of our family's memories for 3 generations--and soon to be yours, too. Step back in time in this wonderfully preserved, immaculate home, truly a historic gem of old Carmel. Open beams, all-heart redwood walls, many original features, a stone fireplace, large sunny patio, antique furniture and original oil paintings of the area.

We are happy to share this family treasure with you. Our cottage stands amid a large garden on Carmel Point, just two blocks from Carmel Beach and three from Carmel River Beach. It is close to everything--just one mile to Carmel Village, about 1/2 mile to the Carmel Mission, and easy access to Hwy 1.

We have 3 bedrooms: 2 with queen beds that share a full bath (tub/shower) down a small hallway. The third bedroom is quite small and has 1 full bed with private access to a tiny full bathroom (with shower) in the main part of the house.

Fully supplied kitchen; all linens provided; cable TV, DVD player, iPod player, secure wireless internet, and everything you need for a comfortable stay.

We mostly rent by week or month; shorter stays in wintertime. If the simple peacefulness of bygone times speaks to your heart, you will fall in love with the Cottage of River Winds.

Property manager

Krys Holmes

Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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View from Kitchen Window Looking West over the Pacific Ocean

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Stone hearth & steps, sharp edges, antiques.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Carmel

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Carmel Point, a neighbourhood in Carmel. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Carmel, CA

What's nearby

Carmel River State Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Carmel Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Carmel Mission Basilica - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Carmel Plaza - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Monastery Beach - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

Monterey Station - 23 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Carmel Bakery - ‬19 min walk
‪Il Fornaio - ‬18 min walk
‪Dametra Cafe - ‬19 min walk
‪Sade's Cocktails - ‬18 min walk
‪La Bicyclette - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet, Historic Cottage on Carmel Point pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sweet, Historic Cottage on Carmel Point?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet, Historic Cottage on Carmel Point?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sweet, Historic Cottage on Carmel Point located?

Located in Carmel Point, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Carmel Beach. 17-Mile Drive is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

14 Apr, 2025

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

Garden Paradise

This charming, eclectic cottage with a beautiful garden surrounding the entry. We woke up with the sunrise and fell asleep to the sound of the ocean. It is a mile walk into town with easy access to Carmel Beach, only a 5-7 minute walk away, depending on your route. My only caution is that the beds are somewhat soft. My husband and I prefer much firmer beds for our backs. We would rent again. If you like old charming cottages, then this is definitely the place for you.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda M.

1 Jan, 2025

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

Wonderful

It was just wonderful to see beautiful garden and historic place. It was perfect for our family and has everything we needed to get comfortable

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

10 Nov, 2024

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

Great place

Lovely, charming, well kept.

Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharen G.

2 Dec, 2024

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

wonderful

its so great to be back at "our" cottage

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill N.

21 Oct, 2024

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

Carmel week

Very relaxing and peaceful

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr Robert D W.

29 Oct, 2024

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

This is an Annual Golf Trip 22 years

This was our third year in Carmel and it is just the greatest place to stay at for the three visits but it seems next year has already been booked by others so we are disappointed to not return for 2025. But for those who have not experienced ‘The Cottage’ it is great.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

15 Sept, 2024

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

We stay every year

We love staying here. We can escape the heat back home, enjoy the walks to the beach, sit inside or outside for meals or walk into Carmel for a meal at a restaurant. The beds are comfy, the place has everything you'd need and we have no complaints. We'll be back next year.

Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

10 Aug, 2024

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

Loved it!

We’ll be back over and over again!

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

16 Jan, 2025

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

WE loved this house!

A great mix of the old and the new. 100 year old redwood house with a few quirks you would expect e.g. no heat in the bathroom! And antique bureau drawers that can be tricky to open. But also upgrades to the current times: gas range, tiny little dishwasher and microwave in the sweet galley kitchen. Big washer & dryer. Beautiful garden outside with a lovely patio table perfect for sunny day lunches, of which we enjoyed several. You can watch the birds in the garden while you have your breakfast. Beautiful rugs. Very comfy. It was clean and very inviting and comfortable. If we come back to Carmel, we would definitely see if this lovely spot were available for another stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

30 Sept, 2023

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

Amazing place!

Perfect!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

2 Apr, 2024

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

Didn’t want to leave

Beautiful gardens,comfortable and close to everything. Beds and furniture were nice. What a place to visit!!! Would like to come back soon,

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Volitta M.

23 Apr, 2024

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

Charm, Authenticity, Location!

Loved the cabin! Much better than expected–pictures did not due it justice. Location, just two blocks from the miles-long Carmel boardwalk overlooking the coastline. Can walk downtown and to Carmel and Carmel River beaches. Super easy parking.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda M.

1 Jan, 2023

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

We loved it!!

A wonderful historic cottage in Carmel-by-the Sea!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne L.

13 Mar, 2024

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

Great vacation at historic Carmel property

We stayed for a month and wish we could have stayed longer. The property is just as described, a historic house with modern amenities. Both the property manager and the owner were proactive in reaching out to us during the storm and ensured we had everything we needed. Hope to stay here again soon.

Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

13 Aug, 2018

Wonderful unique home our family loved it

Great location between two beaches on a quiet road the house has real soul and is easy to live in

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 Nov, 2023

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

Wedding retreat

Great location for walking to beaches. We were easily able to walk into town. The surrounding neighborhood is beautiful. Interior design of the house is sweet. The artwork on the walls is very enjoyable.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bill N.

26 Sept, 2017

Very comfortable

Charming older home near beach

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

2 Sept, 2023

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

Historic Carmel Home

Very nice, cozy home. Very clean. Beautiful grounds.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

6 Aug, 2020

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

July 2020 (great during covid!)

Location - perfect! Garden - exquisite! Historical House - fascinating! Grateful for a memorable week in such a lovely area!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharen G.

12 Dec, 2023

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

thanks giving with the family at The Cottage

absolutely wonderful this cottage has meant so much to our family over the years. unchanged but with subtle improvements each visit. excellent owners and excellent manager. thank you so much

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia C., Charleston, SC

13 Mar, 2019

Beautiful cottage in the heart of Carmel!

We loved everything about this cottage! It’s in the perfect location and has the most beautiful gardens. We felt at home the minute we walked through the door. Highly recommend! I can’t wait to go back again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lenore D.

20 Jan, 2024

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

Great location and lovely outdoor space

We loved the close proximity to the ocean and walked to the water a couple times each day. The garden on this property is also a standout. We enjoyed sitting on the sunny patio early in the day and having a glass of wine in the evening. The kitchen was well equipped to meet our meal prep and grilling needs. Lastly, we enjoyed great food, beautiful drives, golf, and hiking in the gorgeous Carmel area.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky C.

8 Apr, 2024

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

Wonderful Carmel Cottage

We have enjoyed Cottage of the River Winds during two stays and highly recommend it. It served well for four adults, a toddler, and a baby as the younger generations had their own space slightly separated from the old folks. The large garden around the cottage is beautifully kept, and there is an easy, short walk to the shoreline road. The chance to enjoy a Julia Morgan design makes the cottage extra special. Both the host and the caretaker are very responsive.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

20 Feb, 2023

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

Marvelous property and best location in Carmel

This historical gem is a well preserved treasure and the gardens are magical. Our family had such a great time here and this is a very special place that is so unique and great, I am a little worried about sharing our review, in case too many people know about it and its just booked up forever. You won't be disappointed in your stay and the owner and caretaker are top notch and very responsive.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri W., Rowlett TX

15 Jun, 2023

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

Perfect Location

We were blown away by the location and the gardens. This his a charming cottage, perfect for us on our 20th wedding anniversary. You feel like you have gone back in time. I wish I could live there for the rest of my life :)

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Krys Holmes

Our great-aunt Etta (in the blue dress) settled here at the Cottage with her friend, Kelly, after World War I. They ran the Cottage of River Winds as a Bed & Breakfast for many years, through many days of hard work and grace. The Cottage has been in our family for 3 generations. Our parents loved and cared for this beautiful property until their deaths a few years ago, when my brothers and I took over. We try to take care of it in the way that Etta would do, providing peaceful simplicity in an atmosphere of beauty at 'the greatest meeting of land and sea.'

Why they chose this property

The Cottage of River Winds is our family's treasure. We were blessed to enjoy many of our best family memories here while growing up, and we enjoy sharing this remarkable, unique place with others who seek a simple, peaceful experience like this.

What makes this property unique

The Cottage of River Winds lets you step back in time to a simpler day when the beauty of a garden, the whisper of rainfall on the roof, the peacefulness of a cup of tea in the morning sun, enrich your soul and feed your heart.