The Garden Chalet is 250 square feet of open floor space. It sits in the back yard with views of the flower garden with plenty of lounging space in the patio. There is easy access to hiway 101, 68, and 1. It has everything for traveling professionals that need extended time for work. The cottage holds only 2 persons no exceptions.
Old Town Salinas is less than a 10 minute walk from the Garden Chalet there's dining, shopping, breweries, movie theater, spa, antique shopping clothing boutiques. There is a Farmers Market on Saturdays with plenty of food vendors and crafts. John Steinbeck's childhood home is just beyond Main Street in a residential area of town, they do serve lunch. The John Steinbeck Museum is at the end of Main Street.
If you enjoy exceptional wines there are plenty of wineries to visit along River Road visit riverroadwinetrail.com as well Carmel by the Sea Food Tour and Carmel Valley Wineries.
Along the coast is Monterey, Pacific Grove and Carmel. You can rent bicycles or canoes to enjoy the outdoor activies. At Fishermans Wharf you can arrange a Whale Watching Tour or Fishing Boat and or drive along the coast to see beautiful ocean views. 866 Cannery Row in Monterey is one of the most beautiful Aquariums in the world Monterey Bay Aquarium.
The Micro Climate in Monterey Bay is a dream come true. I grew up in the high desert of New Mexico so cool ocean breezes are like heaven year round. The climate is 65° to 75°most of the year exept in September and October when we have the toasty Indian Summer Weather.
Property manager
Diana Perez
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House rules are posted in the chalet, visitors and personal services are not allowed at the property. Additional charge of $35 per person applied.
House rules are posted in the chalet, please read them carefully.
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
Note from host: No Visitors allowed, $35 CHARGE PER PERSON.
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
Salinas
Salinas is home to this cottage. National Steinbeck Center and Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Monterey Zoo and Moss Landing Marine Laboratories. Hamlin Antiques and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute are also worth visiting.
Salinas, CA
What's nearby
Steinbeck House - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
National Steinbeck Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
California Rodeo Grounds - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
Salinas Sports Complex - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Northridge Mall - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
Getting around
Salinas Station - 20 min walk
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 4 min drive
Restaurants
Fresh Market Produce - 13 min walk
Fosters Freeze - 8 min walk
Jack in the Box - 4 min walk
Burger King - 10 min walk
Taco Bell - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Garden Chalet walking distance to Oldtown Salinas pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Garden Chalet walking distance to Oldtown Salinas?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Garden Chalet walking distance to Oldtown Salinas?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Garden Chalet walking distance to Oldtown Salinas located?
Situated in Salinas, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Aguila Cultural Center, Steinbeck House and National Steinbeck Center. First Mayor's House and Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Salinas Station is 20 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
I had a great week stay in the cottage and found everything I needed there. It is very cozy and well decorated and the host was very responsive to all my questions.
Diana and her crew were extremely accommodating- thank you! A serene and secure getaway for a single female traveling on business. The lush gardens were beautiful, and the lodging was sparkling clean! Would definitely recommend to any person in need of a safe, private space for working or relaxing after a busy day.
Diana was very responsive, friendly and helpful. She offered to upgrade us to the Cozy Cabin to accommodate another guest in the Garden Chalet. We gladly accepted. The cabin was homey and comfortable. The walk-in closet was great with nice shelving for our luggage. The gardens were beautiful. Thank you Diana!
The cottage was small, but MORE THAN ADEQUATE!!
I appreciated Diana’s friendly personality and hospitality!
I also appreciated the well stocked kitchenette; and the personal touches such as family antiques, scented soaps and q-tips (and the ‘closet’ with hangers)
If I come back to the area, I would very likely stay there again!!
It is also reasonably priced!
The garden chalet was so cute! It reminded me of my childhood growing up the wine country, especially because of the eco-concious feature as far as doing laundy. The Sleep Number bed was amazingly comfortable and we looked forward to it at the end of a long day. The neighborhood was very quiet and we felt safe on our short walk to get a bite to eat. Diana is lovely, she really wants her guests to enjoy their stay and she made us feel welcome from the start, she gave clear instructions and she even had a place for us to park. We felt right at home.
Gregoria L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
6/10 Okay
Mia M.
20 Aug, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Quaint, centrally located, but some concerns.
I was contacted about a week before my trip by the host telling me that she had accidentally double-booked this property (also listed on a competitors site) and that I needed to cancel the reservation to get a full refund. This was extremely stressful for me as I was left in limbo about whether I would have to cancel my business trip a few days beforehand as there were nearly no places left to stay. She was ultimately able to accommodate me and put the other guests in another unit she had. On the first night, I was abruptly woken up by someone trying to enter the unit, I imagine it was the guests in the other unit as they realized immediately but scary at the moment thinking someone was entering the unit. This is more so a converted garage into a unit. It needed a deep clean, there were multiple spiders inside, and even one that I found on my pillow the first night before I went to bed. There are critters around - every night around 3 am I was woken by something walking around on the roof of the unit, it was unsettling as it sounded like the animal was inside of the unit, extremely annoying to be woken up like that every night. The shades on the windows are somewhat see-through, not a big deal as you are in the back yard but knowing there were other guests in the unit across made me wary. Again, a bit dated but a very comfortable Sleep number bed. If you need a cheap place to crash, stay here! But don't have too high of expectations.
Mia M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Diana Perez
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests