We are following the CDC Covid-19 guidelines for sanitizing between guests, and in addition, are allowing 24 hours between guests. Please help us to reduce the spread into the Carmel Valley and Monterey Peninsula community and to keep its lodging open to visitors by following Monterey County social distancing guidelines (wash hands regularly, stay 6 feet away from anyone not in your household, wear a mask inside public places or whenever you cannot stay 6 feet away from others and please visit another time if you have any symptoms). Thank you! Located just three minutes by car off of Carmel Valley Road, the house is a brisk twenty minute walk into Carmel Valley Village and a leisurely twenty minute drive into Carmel-by-the-Sea! ‘Life is Good’ is located in a very quiet neighborhood and we like it that way:) The house is not suited for parties due to the noise factor. Parking limited to three cars. We are pet friendly. $75.00 fee for dogs/cats. Pets may Not be left alone in the rental. The yard is not fully-fenced. Dogs must stay on lead or respond to voice command. No roaming off-property. The house has no a/c! ‘Master’ bedroom: New firm, queen mattress, foam topper. Preparing for sleep, the sky offers you views of the moon as it glides across the sky. The upstairs bathroom, shower/tub, has a glass-bloc wall allowing the sun to shine in while ensuring complete privacy. The second upstairs bedroom is roomy and bright with tall windows facing west and north. Queen bed w/new firm mattress. Walking downstairs, linger a moment on the landing to enjoy the exquisite tile work while looking out the window on the east for wildlife sightings! You might just see a pair of intelligent animal eyes peeking back at you! The downstairs bedroom with private access to the bathroom, has a queen bed (soft) and french doors leading to the patio. The downstairs bathroom, accessible from the bedroom or the living area, is decorated with tiles hand-crafted by local artisans. The kitchen offers a gas stove/oven, refrigerator w/ice maker, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, blender and has a washer/dryer in the pantry. Plates, bowls, utensils, pots and pans, cutlery ~ everything one might need to make their stay here as comfortable as possible are provided. Sit inside or enjoy dining al fresco on the patio. Fire up the propane BBQ while feasting your senses on the views, the colors, the sounds and the smells of the canyon while enjoying homemade fare. Food take-out suggestions: Trailside Cafe, Kathy's Little Kitchen, Thai Village, Running Iron, Rustica Cafe, Los Laureles Lodge, to name a few! Local art galleries including CVAA and Patricia Qualls are gaining international attention. Carmel Valley Village has a motorcycle museum and the Carmel Valley History Museum; check website(s) for hours. Laguna Seca-Mazda Raceway/Recreational area is 9.8 mi. away (15 minutes). Carmel Beach and River Mouth Beach are approximately 25 minutes by car. Asilomar Beach and Steinbeck's Cannery Row in Pacific Grove are 40 minutes away. Living room has a Smart tv, no local programming & DVD player (video library upstairs). Enjoy your stay!
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please strip beds during this pandemic. Thank you.
NO FIRES AT ALL ALLOWED!!!
KINDLY RESPOND TO THE MESSAGE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE ON THE CHAT WHEN SENDING BOOKING REQUESTS
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Property Registration Number 001606
Property # 607719vb
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: Very quiet neighborhood, 9:00 p.m. noise curfew
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 Valley
Located in Carmel Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area. Fort Ord National Monument and Carmel Mission Basilica are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Hatton Canyon. North Fremont Street and Monterey County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca - 29 min drive - 22.6 km
Carmel Beach - 33 min drive - 30.1 km
Cannery Row - 39 min drive - 38.4 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium - 41 min drive - 39.8 km
Getting around
Salinas Station - 31 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Sunny Bakery Cafe - 4 min drive
Lucia Restaurant & Bar - 9 min drive
Valley Kitchen - 18 min drive
The Market & Creamery - 17 min drive
Los Laureles Lodge - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Zen atmosphere with treetop vistas. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Zen atmosphere with treetop vistas.?
As of 10 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zen atmosphere with treetop vistas. on 21 Aug, 2026 start from S$641, 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 at Zen atmosphere with treetop vistas.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Zen atmosphere with treetop vistas.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Zen atmosphere with treetop vistas.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Zen atmosphere with treetop vistas. located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Parsonage Estate Winery, Bernardus Winery Tasting Room and Boekenoogen Winery Tasting Room. Chock Rock Vineyard Tasting Room and Joullian Vineyards are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The beauty and quiet of the grounds and neighborhood are unbeatable. The bed and linens beyond comfortable and communication quick and efficient. A great place to stay.
Life is Good was everything it was advertised to be and more. This is an incredibly beautiful home in an amazingly peaceful place. Kathy communicates with you every step of the way. She provides everything you could need, from shampoo to laundry pods,barbeque tools to brochures of places of interest in the area. Cheese, crackers, and grapes were waiting for us along with a dish of chocolates as well as chocolates on our pillows. The only things Kathy asked us to do before leaving were to strip the beds, load and run the dishwasher, and turn out all lights. I am so glad we opted to stay here with our family instead of a motel. After action packed days in Monterey, it was nice to come "home" to this Zen home in the tree tops.
Suzanne R.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2026
Thank you for enjoying our house and area as much as we do:) You and yours were wonderful guests and we hope you’ll visit us in the future.
A unique property surrounded by trees, colors and beauty. We thoroughly our stay.
Linda H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2025
Thank you for taking such great care of Life is Good. We appreciate guests like you who come to enjoy the natural surroundings and peace in our little canyon.
Best wish to you all:)
Our second stay was as wonderful as the first and the weather even better!Thank you Kathy!
Thom G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2025
Thank you for being one of our repeat guests. We love that you enjoyed our peaceful and colorful zen rental and how nice to have family just up the street who can visit and enjoy Life is Good, as well!
Best wishes to you all.
What a great property! It had all our needs. Was clean, quiet, we loved it!
Jude C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2025
We were so happy to host you and your family and we’re glad you found everything you needed or wanted at our peaceful little rental, Jude. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us in Life is Good:)
We loved coming here for the weekend, great spot to stay if you want to easily go into Carmel by the sea and Monterey but want somewhere peaceful to come back to at night
Excellent stay! Very peaceful and tucked away. Great to come home to after exploring all day. All couples thoroughly enjoyed the stay. Kathy was great communicating and providing suggestions. Great visit
Eric A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2025
Thank you for your lovely compliments and for being such great guests, Eric. We welcome you back anytime:)
This home was a good fit for our needs- 6 adults and a dog. The location is beautiful and near the wedding we attended.
Diane R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2024
We are so glad you mentioned that, in addition to the beauty of our rental home, it is a ‘budget friendly’ option. Our intention has always been to provide a great space that is affordable for families as well as couples and it seems as if we’ve succeeded! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time here in wonderful Carmel Valley and ‘Life is Good’ :)
We stayed here for the weekend to attend a family wedding in Carmel Valley! The location was great and it was very quiet.
The host was amazing with communication prior to trip.
Julie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2023
Thank you, Julie,
Communication is an important component for a great trip; no surprises equals no disappointments and we appreciate how great you are at communicating, too:)
Wow! This is an absolutely beautiful home inside and out! Nestled in the hills and the beautiful trees, this home had all we needed to have a comfortable and fun stay. We had a great time!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2025
Thank you for your review, Dawn, we’re always happy to know that our guests appreciate our little corner of the world as much as we do:)
Kathy's house is beautifully decorated and stocked with everything needed to enjoy your stay. It is located in a peaceful valley about 20 minutes away from downtown Carmel. We throughly enjoyed our time and would stay again.
The house was perfect and very clean. Location was great and the property is loverly with all the trees. Kathy was very helpful and responded right away to our questions and suggested some great restaurants.
Evelyn P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Dec, 2023
We loved having you stay. Best wishes for a happy new year;)
About the host
Hosted by Kathy - Property Manager
Hi, my name is Kathy. I've lived on Sunny Hill for 37 years. I love my community and hope to introduce you to the many facets of beautiful Carmel Valley.
Why they chose this property
Stunning interior, decorated colorfully with tiles from the owners' world travels, this property is perfect for romantic get-aways, family vacations and groups. Very private, situated on the hillside, away from rural traffic. Within walking distance of Kahn Ranch and five minutes driving distance to Garland Park. CVVillage currently has 15 wine tasting room, all within a brisk 20 minute walk from the house!
What makes this property unique
Only five minutes from the village of Carmel Valley, this property is very private and quiet. Gorgeous southern views from both patios, propane BBQ to roast those veggies you just bought at CV's Sunday Farmer's Market and perhaps local wine from any of the excellent vineyards here and voila! You've started your weekend just right!! Tiles abound, lending a sense of fun, adventure and whimsy here. You're invited; please come and stay:)