PRIME DOWNTOWN LOCATION-2br/2bath/office-Charming Cottage

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Carmel Beach 12 minute walk from the house

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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6107 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA

Carmel Beach1 min walk
Carmel Plaza13 min walk
Carmel Mission Basilica19 min walk
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)16 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This original early1940's Carmel Cottage has been tastefully updated and exudes old world charm. The home maintains it original latch and key farmhouse doors, rustic paneled walls and wavy glass wood windows. The 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom w/Office home is located in the Heart of Downtown Carmel. This Cottage is within a few steps of all the great restaurants, shops, wine tasting rooms, art galleries etc that Carmel has to offer. Just a short 12 minute stroll to the beach, everything is easily accessible and walkable. The Sunset Center and famed Forest Theater are also just a couple short blocks away. There is also a lovely farmer's market every Thursday that is right around the corner.

The beautiful and secluded outdoor backyard space includes a spacious deck, fire table, fountain and gas BBQ. This peaceful atmosphere allows you to soak in the great weather amongst the mature Coastal Live Oaks on the property.

Inside you will find 2 bedrooms both tastefully decorated with vintage furniture that add to the charm of the home. In the master bedroom, there is a King bed with a TV and private bathroom/shower. The second bedroom has a queen bed. There is also a separate office that is an ideal space for those that are looking to work remotely.

The living room has a "Art Frame" TV along with a wood burning fireplace. Perfect after a romantic stroll at the beach, a day of wine tasting or an afternoon spent shopping.

The kitchen is complete with new appliances, dishwasher, pot/pans and a cabinet stocked with spices and other convenient necessities for a cooking dinner for a nice meal at home. We also offer a Nespresso and Keurig machine to help get your day started. We also offer a back storage shed that is stocked with beach equipment for your use and enjoyment!

The cottage is a short drive to all the tourist destinations such as Big Sur, Nepenthe, Carmel Valley wineries, golf courses (e.g. Pebble Beach, Spanish Bay, Poppy Hills, Black Horse, Bayonet, and Pacific Grove Muni), Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, and the Monterey Wharf.

If you are looking for an authentic Farmhouse Beach Cottage in an amazing location with both indoor and outdoor space to enjoy your time here this is your location!!!

Additional Information:

* Holidays & Special Events may have higher rates or require different minimum stays. Please email us for details.
* Housekeeping, Processing , Property Protection fees and taxes are additional to the base rates.
* Rates are subject to change and approval.
* Total occupancy may affect rates: Rates may vary depending upon how many guests are occupying the home, including all infants and children.
* Sorry no pets allowed.
* There are exterior cameras located at the entrances to the property for added security.
***Please note: Due to the City of Carmel's rental ordinance, we can accept only one booking within a 30 day period. Any questions please contact us.***

Property manager

Mark and Krista

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Small children should be attended at all times.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet Time: No events, quiet enjoyment of property between 10pm-8am.

Holidays & Special events may have higher rates.

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 Golden Rectangle, 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 17-Mile Drive and Carmel Beach. 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-By-The-Sea, CA

What's nearby

Carmel Beach - 1 min walk
17-Mile Drive - 13 min walk
Carmel Plaza - 13 min walk
Carmel Mission Basilica - 19 min walk
Pebble Beach Golf Links - 5 min drive

Getting around

Monterey Station - 21 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪Carmel Bakery - ‬10 min walk
‪Il Fornaio - ‬9 min walk
‪La Bicyclette - ‬9 min walk
‪Dametra Cafe - ‬10 min walk
‪Toro - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is PRIME DOWNTOWN LOCATION-2br/2bath/office-Charming Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PRIME DOWNTOWN LOCATION-2br/2bath/office-Charming Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIME DOWNTOWN LOCATION-2br/2bath/office-Charming Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PRIME DOWNTOWN LOCATION-2br/2bath/office-Charming Cottage located?

Located in Golden Rectangle, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. Pebble Beach Golf Links is 2.5 mi (3.9 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

Elizabeth Z.

23 Mar 2024

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

A-MAZ-ING!

Our hosts, Krista and Mark, have created a two-bedroom gem in Carmel. The house was spotless with beautiful decor, great light, comfortable beds and linens and all sorts of unexpected amenities. The backyard patio is an artfully designed space with beautiful flowers, plants and a table with a built in fire source. The house also has a small office, which was perfect for remote work. WiFi is excellent. Location is 2-3 blocks to shops and restaurants, and a 10 minute walk to Carmel beach. Even better than the pictures!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M., LIBERTYVILLE

8 Jan 2024

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

Absolute Bliss in Carmel by the Sea

What a great host and a great place!!! My family all enjoyed the beautiful cottage, the amazing town of Carmel, and spending quality time in Monterey. 5 stars and we will be coming back!!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim K., Naples, FL

11 Nov 2023

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

wonderful, again

This was our second year staying at this house. Once again we had a wonderful time. The house is perfectly located, warm, comfortable, immaculately clean and well equipped. Krista couldn't have been any more accommodating. She was very attentive to our needs and provided us with a delightful welcome basket. We will return again!

Stayed 19 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

25 May 2023

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

Ten star stay!

Beautiful charming cottage with everything you could possibly need. Very comfortable, just blocks from Carmel, the beach, hiking trails...perfect location. The hosts answered all our questions and provided loads of tips on restaurants and activities. We plan on visiting Carmel again and staying in the same wonderful cottage!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann K.

30 Mar 2023

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

Wonderful Beauty & The Beach

Best VRBO we’ve ever experienced. Accolades to Krista !

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

10 Jan 2023

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

Lovely Place & Excellent Location

If you want to be within walking distance to everything in Carmel by the Sea and stay at a VRBO that is fresh, bright, clean and very well stocked, look no further than Beauty & the Beach! Even though we only cooked in one night, we appreciated that the cottage came with all seasonings, oils, dishes, pots and pans one could ever need to create a nice meal. The beds and pillows were super comfy and we loved the added bonus of spa style robes and slippers! The sweet little gifts they had for us when were arrived were a nice touch and Mark & Krista were easily contacted when we had questions during our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

14 Nov 2022

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

Excellent home and location

We are already plotting ways to come back to Carmel and stay at this home again. This property is so well appointed (very comfortable sofa and beds, well outfitted kitchen). Location is perfect for walking to town/dinner/etc. The hosts are very communicative and responsive to any questions. Seamless stay in Carmel!

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim K., Naples, FL

31 Oct 2022

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

Lovely home with a fabulous location

Your lovely cottage is full of charm! We have so appreciated the gracious touches you provided which made us feel pampered. We have also enjoyed the high-end amenities and supplies you provided through out the house. Your location is ideal for roaming the adorable streets of Carmel. Thank you so much for the care you have taken to make our stay so very special. We look forward to returning next year !!

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark p.

6 Oct 2022

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

Great stay. Perfect location and great owners!!

One of the best vrbo's we have experienced. Can walk everwhere, and Owner's are great

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darryl F.

9 Aug 2022

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

Perfection

My husband and our teen daughter stayed in this lovely cottage during July and it was absolutely wonderful. The location was right off Ocean and easy to walk to all the restaurants and shopping. The property though is what was so special and it made us instantly feel at home. It's so charming and everything felt new and fresh, but it was all the little details the home owners thought of that made this one of the best rentals we have ever booked. It was a summer we will never forget. Thanks M & K for sharing your beautiful home with us.

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karli M.

9 July 2022

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

Fabulous Stay!

I can't say enough about this beautiful cottage! The home is walking distance to all the shops and restaurants and only .45 miles from the beach. It's beautifully decorated inside and has the most amazing backyard. The home had high-end touches that one would typically see in a 5-star hotel (robes, slippers, high thread count sheets, etc). The owners are super helpful with recommendations of things to do and places to go. We will definitely be back! Thank you Mark and Krista!

Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

21 Apr 2022

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

A wonderful home in a wonderful location

We had a great stay. The home is a block from the restaurants and shops of town. It's also a reasonable walk to the beach. We appreciated the host's personal recommendations and beautiful home. We made great use of the available beach toys, kitchen for prepping lunches, and backyard for soaking in the warmth of the sun.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan V., South Lyon

2 Apr 2022

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

Amazing!

Amazing place in a great location. Owners were super helpful and gave great advice on all the local attractions. And the area in general is gorgeous; we saw Big Sur and redwoods trees and the ocean etc. overall a great stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne A.

9 Mar 2022

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

Relaxing visit

Lovely cottage, great location, fabulous hosts. We definitely will come back.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

3 Jan 2022

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

Beauty and the Beach - The Best!

What a delightful stay we had over the holidays at Beauty and the Beach! Krista and Mark, the owners, could not have been more communicative, helpful, generous and available. They were thoughtful and responsive at every turn. The house itself is a darling cottage, beach-style home that is cozy and pretty. We cannot say enough about the location - it could not be any closer to all you want to access in Carmel - galleries, restaurants, shops - all are within a short walking distance. Plus the beach is accessible walking down 8th or Ocean Ave. where you can view beautiful sunsets or walk along Scenic Drive, We were so happy to be able to stay at this property and hope to be back in the future. Thank you for everything, Krista and Mark.

Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leili V.

5 Nov 2021

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

Absolutely charming experience!

Where do I start? Mark and Krista were wonderful! They made me feel right at home and also gave me a thoughtful welcome gift. The location could not be any more perfect. It is close to all the fine restaurants, shops, entertainment, and I was able to walk to the beach. Their home is filled with charm. I could tell how much thought and detail they put into making this cottage. The backyard is beautiful as well. I love this cute little cottage and can't wait to come back!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meghan H., Flagstaff, AZ

21 Oct 2021

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

Wonderful retreat

This is a beautifully appointed house within walking distance of shops, wine tasting rooms, walking trails, and the beach. Krista and Mark were very attentive. We could not have asked for more!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mark and Krista

We have been coming as a family to Carmel-By-The-Sea for years and finally decided to purchase a place in our dream area. Our children love walking to the beach, going to the Sweet shop cottage to get a special treat and exploring all the great parks and hiking areas, beaches and restaurants in the region. We have spent countless tireless hours to bring this original beach cottage back to its original glory. We sincerely hope you and your family enjoy our home and make many wonderful memories here in Carmel-By-The-Sea.

Why they chose this property

Location, Location, Location. This Cottage is ideally located for your enjoyment. This cottage is located in town!!! There is also a short 12 minute stroll down to the beach. Everything the town offers is within close walking distance.

We value our renters and have poured our heart into this beautiful little cottage. We want our clients to experience a piece of Carmel history while enjoying some modern conveniences. We have tried to think of every little detail to make your stay as comfortable and memorable as possible.

What makes this property unique

This cottage has a great blend of indoor and outdoor space to enjoy and make great memories with your family. A large 6 seat designer farm house dining table to enjoy a nice meal inside along with a large back patio surrounded by old growth coastal live oaks and one of the biggest oldest coastal pine trees in town. There is a wood burning fire place in the living room for a cozy night in as well as a gas fire table in the back to enjoy a glass of wine while looking up at the stars. We've also stocked our backyard storage shed with beach gear (sand castle kits, chairs, umbrella, boogie boards, for your use and enjoyment). This beach cottage has it all!