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Zen atmosphere with treetop vistas.

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Welcome to our paradise....
Park right there, next to the house and come on in, the door's open:)
Plate wall~ Guests leave a plate w/name&visit date. Hint:Great thrift shops here
Welcome:)
Dining table opens up to allow seating for 8 - 10

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Carmel Valley, CA
  • Bernardus Winery Tasting Room
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Talbotts Vineyards
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs #2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs ‘Master’

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Zen atmosphere with treetop vistas.

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.
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!

Property manager

Kathy - Property Manager

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Very quiet neighborhood, 9:00 p.m. noise curfew
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Pets

Pets allowed
The yard is not fully fenced. Pet Fee $50.00
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO FIRES/FLAMES
Please strip beds during this pandemic. Thank you.
NO FIRES AT ALL ALLOWED!!!

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: 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
Property Registration Number 001606

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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. 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

  • Bernardus Winery Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Talbotts Vineyards - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Heller Estate Organic Vineyards - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Carmel Valley Community Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course - 15 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 31 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Plaza Linda - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Trailside Cafe & Beer Garden - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lodge Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Corkscrew Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stonepine Estate - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Zen atmosphere with treetop vistas. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this 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

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

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

Carmel Bliss

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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

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

Lovely Get Away

Loved our stay here. Our host was very responsive & friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Gorgeous, comfortable home!

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thom G.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful Carmel Valley Home

My family and I stayed at this beautiful Carmel Valley home in March 2025. The love and attention Kathy put into every detail of her home was astonishing.As a person who has been in real estate … I recognize the quality of workmanship (paint, doors, tile, kitchen)…We loved the privacy, the setting and location.Thank you again for opening this wonderful vacation slice of paradise to us!We hope to stay again...Thom, Tina, Jessica and Gabriel
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

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

Beautiful Oasis in the woods

Kathy was a wonderful host. They house is amazingly beautiful and well decorated. I highly recommend it and plan to stay there in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave J.

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

Nice and quiet and well equipped

We had a nice time, Kathy communicated well, it was just the right size for our family of four!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ashley j.

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

Perfect oasis

We loved our stay, inviting and felt like home ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Diane R.

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

Budget friendly home

This home was a good fit for our needs- 6 adults and a dog. The location is beautiful and near the wedding we attended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Grand Island New York

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

Perfect for a family

We had an awesome stay at SUNNY HILL Kathy is a wonderful person and fantastic host local wineries are incredible
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea U.

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

Fun, peaceful, and clean

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
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise T.

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

Very quiet location and nice roomy home

We had a very nice time and the house is fully equipped with all the amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

jay e.

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

Great time

Enjoyed artsy secluded hideaway
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica E.

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

Wonderful stay!

Kathy is awesome- responsive, flexible, friendly. We were welcomed by a fruit bowl, The house is lovely and the setting is peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

This place is wonderful!!! The outside area is a place I could stay a very long time. Lovely detail

All went smoothly. We loved just being at this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy V.

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

Relaxing Weekend

Beautiful setting up in the hills. Great place to get away and reconnect with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn P., Fremont CA USA

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

Wonderful home at Carmel Valley

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Great House!

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

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

Amazing escape

A comfortable and beautiful spot that feels like you are in the trees. The website design and photos are very accurate. The owner lives next door and is available if any problems arise (none did for us!). She left cheese, crackers, and fruit for us, perfect for happy hour on the back deck among the oak trees and birds. We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

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

Lovely

Lovely and secluded.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

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

The property in the location is beautiful. Our stay was relaxing. The owners have thought of everyth

Extremely easy securing this property. The owner was responsive and we were confirmed within 24 hours.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Perfect Getaway

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alan H., United States

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

Beautiful and Clean

A wonderful place with a novice view and a deck. We sipped coffee among the deer. Very nicely furnished!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

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

A quiet retreat

A well appointed home in a lovely location in the hills. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B., Boston, MA USA

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

Peaceful respite on the hillside

We were attending a wedding nearby and had a wonderful weekend here. Kathy was an outstanding hosting and everything we could have wanted or needed was in the house. Thanks so much for a lovely visit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

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

Great house for a weekend road trip

Drove down the coast with the family for the weekend. This was a great house for our home base. Very close to the Carmel Valley Village. Everything was very clean. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

About the host

Hosted by Kathy - Property Manager

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Hi, my name is Kathy. I've lived on Sunny Hill for 30 years, on the Monterey Peninsula for decades. 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:)

Languages:

English