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Carmel Valley Peaceful & Serene Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub

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Private front yard with unique pool
Slopped entry to unique pool with natural cement finish
Well lit and fully equipped kitchen
Dining room table seats up to 10
Master bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Carmel Valley, CA
  • Place, Carmel Valley Community Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Joullian Vineyards
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Bernardus Winery Tasting Room
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bunk Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Carmel Valley Peaceful & Serene Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub

This serenely comfortable home and tranquil setting will melt your cares away. Soak in the hot tub, enjoy the gardens, swim in the pool, or read a book by the fireplace. This is a classic Monterey Post/Adobe style house that has been fully remodeled and exquisitely furnished. There are many inviting outdoor nooks to discover here. Walk to Carmel Valley Village and taste wine at one of the many tasting rooms or dine at a choice of international restaurants.

Perfect for families, personal, group, and executive retreats, or small quiet seminars and workshops.

In this park-like setting, you can hear the sounds of birds and the gentle breeze rippling through the pine trees, see an occasional hawk circling over the property, or revel in watching the pool reflections on the living room ceiling. The back terrace, accessible through French doors from the dining room area, has a table with umbrella and chairs surrounded by a raised terraced garden. Each of the five bedrooms has night tables with reading lamps and pretty bedspreads.

Fully-equipped and very roomy kitchen. Gas cook top, single gas oven, water filter, microwave, full set of utensils and cooking accessories, coffee maker, toaster oven, phone, breakfast nook (not in picture) with pool view, and skylight.

Natural, pond-like full-size swimming pool with solar heat. Pool is swim-able from approximately May through most of October. Hot tub behind bamboo provides serene privacy. Surrounded by pine, maple, willow, and fruit trees full of birds, an occasional deer, and other wildlife.

Cozy living room with fireplace, Tibetan rug, oriental cabinet, book collection, view of pool and garden, writing desk, TV, VCR, cable, CD, tape, and radio.

Location:
* Carmel Valley, Monterey County, California, USA
* Sunny over 330 days per year, on average
* Two minutes to Carmel Valley's private air strip
* Fifteen minutes to Carmel and Laguna Seca Raceway
* Twenty minutes to Monterey and Pebble Beach
* One and one-half hours from San Jose Airport
* Two and one-half hours from San Francisco

Accommodations:
* House - Three bedrooms, Two baths
* Guest House - Two bedrooms, One bath (unattached and next to house, not rented separately)
* Sleeps 2-10
* Full kitchen
* Two car garage
* Swimming pool and hot tub
* Weekly house cleaning and pool and garden maintenance

Neighborhood Activities:
* Wine tasting
* International dining
* Hiking at Garland Park and Los Padres National Forest
* Horseback riding
* Bicycle riding
* Hidden Valley Music
* Carmel Valley's Magic Circle Theater

Restrictions:
* No Smoking in house
* Children younger than seven not advised
* No Pets

Keywords: House with Guest House

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
An Indemnity Waiver is required if 7yrs or younger
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Events

No events allowed
No gatherings of over 20 people including tennants
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Bring sheets & towels to laundry room. Don;t bring comforter covers and blankets unless dirty. Try and do one load of wash. Do not leave wet laundry in washer. OK to leave dry laundry in dryer.
Turn house thermostat and all heaters off. Leave garage door opener on kitchen counter with Guest Book.
Make sure hot tub jets are off and temperature knob is turned all the way to the left.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
1. OCCUPANCY LIMITS: The maximum overnight occupancy is ten (10) persons (including children).

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 gatherings of over 20 people including tennants
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number PLN220014

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carmel Valley

Located in Carmel Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Carmel Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Fisherman's Wharf. Cherry Center for the Arts and The Carmel Business Association are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Carmel Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Carmel Valley Community Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Joullian Vineyards - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Chock Rock Vineyard Tasting Room - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Boekenoogen Winery Tasting Room - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Bernardus Winery Tasting Room - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 26 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corral de Tierra Country Club - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sunny Bakery Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wizard Ranch - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lucia Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Running Iron - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Carmel Valley Peaceful & Serene Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Carmel Valley Peaceful & Serene Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub?

As of 27 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carmel Valley Peaceful & Serene Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub on 22 May, 2026 start from S$514, 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.

Is Carmel Valley Peaceful & Serene Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Carmel Valley Peaceful & Serene Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Carmel Valley Peaceful & Serene Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carmel Valley Peaceful & Serene Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Carmel Valley Peaceful & Serene Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Carmel Valley Community Park, Joullian Vineyards and Boekenoogen Winery Tasting Room. Bernardus Winery Tasting Room and Garland Ranch Regional Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lois C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, laid out very nicely for multiple families! Well stocked kitchen. Host was very responsive. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was amazing private and peaceful Plenty of space for 10 adults The outdoor area is beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed the pool absolutely will be staying here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for our trip! Great location in Carmel Valley. Both the indoor and outdoor areas were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay over Christmas. The hosts were welcoming and communicative with nice touches like fresh flowers on the table and logs for the fireplace. We were a three generation family group of ten and had enough room. We really enjoyed the local hiking trails. The pool was too cold to swim, but we enjoyed it as a cold plunge between hot tub rounds. The landscaping is gorgeous. We had some rain/wind so did not hang out around the pool but in better weather, we would have spent a lot of our time in the yard.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

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

Vacation home for large family

Property is nicely located close to activities,
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was perfect and it a great location. Owner was great and handled a few minor issues promptly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carmel Valley Retreat was a slice of heaven. The pool is the soul of the property. Visiting Carmel and Monterey was a scenic 20 minute drive. I would rebook this property if needing a place in the area. The kitchen was well equipped.our group of 7 were very comfortable.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Beautiful place! There were maintaince
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

kerry p.

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

Great Stay for Family Trip

Lots of space for our big family with several gathering places.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Annual Girls trip

This was our annual girls trip, the property was amazing annd very relaxing. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Stay here if you want to have a fantastic vacation!

The house exceeded our expectations. It was well laid out, well equipped and very comfortable. The pool was very cool and the hot tub was a real plus. Carmel Valley is a beautiful and quaint town with great food, great access to hiking and a really nice vibe. We were in town for a family wedding and to a person, all our adult children said it felt like a real family vacation, and the house gets a lot of the credit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie C.

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

Awesome place to stay!!

Everything was fantastic! The kids and adults loved the pool and the hot tub. The house was well equipped and Chuck was a fantastic host. Would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

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

Beautiful healing zen home

We enjoyed our vacation at this beautiful home. Relaxing and zen property. The area has lots of shopping and wine tastings. Loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim V.

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

Great Home

We really enjoyed our stay and had a great time in the area and walking into the village. The grounds are beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Miller Family vacation

Great place. Had everything we needed. House, guest house and pool all great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylee R.

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

Great place for pebble

Stayed there while visiting pebble car show. Chuck was brilliant with the booking and helped me with any questions.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

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

Great house.

Beautiful and peaceful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandie S.

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

Beautiful home

Such a lovely week! We loved the pool and it was a beautiful property inside and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey L.

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

Wonderful experience

Absolutely enjoyed this beautiful and peaceful spot. Outdoor pool area was very enjoyable. House and beds were clean and very comfortable. Pictures on vrbo don’t do this place justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Great family vacation

A wonderful spot, perfect for adults and children. Pool and hot tub were much used. The valley is so scenic and numerous attractions close by. May well visit again if possible.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Much better than the pictures

Awesome home and well appointed. Good location and big enough to accommodate our entire family. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

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

Everything we expected

Coming from a life-long residency in the Northeast, I was genuinely excited to see Cali architecture and landscaping. It's probably run-of-the-mill to native Californians, but the succulents, the oversize bonsai tree, the cacti - it was all very cool. The house itself was perfect for the nine members of our party. Well-stocked kitchen, plenty of towels, very enjoyable pool and hot tub. The number of rules and 'restrictions' regarding water use was a bit disconcerting, but I guess that's the tradeoff you make when you live in that part of the country. All in all, it was a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hector & Vanessa M.

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

Stunning grounds, cozy home, delightful stay

The photos dont do it justice, the pool, hot tub and garden are stunning! We had a very peaceful stay, the home is cozy and family-like with a custom feeling home. Not a single piece of IKEA furniture to be found as is typical in rental homes! The home feels like an inviting retreat. We loved our stay and would come back
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

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

Truly a RETREAT!

Listing was just as described and perfectly laid out for two families traveling together (one in main house and one in guest cottage). Kitchen was well-equipped. House was spotless. Yard was private and pool & hot tub were lovely and well-enjoyed by our family. Location close to Carmel Valley Village was lovely! Great spot -- would definitely stay agin!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chuck Stein

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We lived in this wonderful home from 1976 until 1986. During that time we fully remodeled this wonderful classic Carmel Valley post adobe home. In 1999 we completely furnished the home and set it up as a vacation rental so we could spend time there ourselves as well as let others enjoy the peace and tranquility it offers. It is our art piece and escape. Everyone who has stayed there loves it and we now have many yearly returning families and groups.

Why they chose this property

Carmel Valley Retreat was the home we lived in for over 10 years.

What makes this property unique

Carmel Valley offers some of the best weather in the world. Over 300 sunny days a year and almost none of the fog that covers Carmel and Monterey all summer long.

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