My adult daughter and husband visited from Minnesota. They had spent their honeymoon in Carmel and, during same, had enjoyed a private tasting at Parsonage Winery in Carmel Valley. Their visit was timed to permit us to attend the annual Parsonage Member Party, always a great event. We also enjoyed experiencing the Bypass Trail on HWY 1 at the bridge that is in the process of replacement and then a ride on rented electronic bikes down 1 to McWay Falls and back north, with a lunch stop at Nepenthe. The cottage was perfect for our needs. Convenient to Carmel proper, Carmel Valley and our adventure south.
Many reviewers have already commented favorably on the grounds behind the property. I can only echo their sentiments. In a word, particularly for Carmel properties, amazing. The property was also spotless, not always the case with the rentals we have experienced. Some or all of us enjoyed the hot tub each evening after sunset. Love the lighting Michele. As other have also mentioned, Michele was also great. Always ready with recommendations, pleasant conversation and a smile, and we all appreciated the welcome amenities.
One reviewer mentioned overhead noise during their stay that disturbed their sleep. For the record, while we heard a few footsteps during the day a couple of times, we could have heard a pin drop at night had we not been so deeply asleep on the cottage's comfortable beds. A small point to note, which for us was more a matter of humor than importance, the 1/2 bath that is off the kitchen has a toilet, good lighting and a nice mirror, but no sink. We jokingly nicknamed it the quarter bath, but with four adults in the cottage, it was a very nice convenience.
There is no question that we would try to stay here again with any two couple group. Very, very comfortable. Thank you again Michele and Bob for a wonderful stay!