GATED, PRIVATE, ONE ACRE BY THE SEA 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Washer

Parking available

Gym

Kitchen

Fireplace

Explore the area

Carmel, CA

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
1 min walk
Point Lobos Ranch
3 min walk
Hidden Beach
22 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
13 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

This is a true villa on a 1 acre estate between Hwy 1 and the ocean. Carmel Highlands is located 5 minutes from downtown Carmel. Pebble Beach and the Aquarium are 15 minutes away. In the early 1900's, Carmel was largely an artists community. Many artists struggled, the successful lived in the Highlands. The Highlands is the beginning of Big Sur which continues on another 100 miles. The villa is rural yet it is not isolated, walk to the Highlands General Store, 5 minutes to dinner in downtown. Travel 1 minute south of the villa and the coastline changes dramatically. Many wonderful ocean views from the yard, porch and living room of the villa. Pt. Lobos State Reserve is very near for miles of hikes. You can explore forever.
The villa was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2005. The reconstruction updated and remodeled the villa to bring back the feeling of old California such as the 250 year Mexican arches and the hand carved bedroom doors from the days of Junipero Serra. For rose lovers there are 150 rose bushes on the property. Come experience the magic of Carmel Highlands.
Perfect for family reunions and birthdays with it's four bedrooms, (2) king beds, (2) queen beds. There is a formal dining room for your family or an outside deck off the dining room with a custom table for 8. Wander the grounds and gardens of the level one acre estate and play volleyball on the back lawn if you like. Photo opportunities abound under the stone arches or the deck with the ocean and rock caves at Birdrock. Occasionally you will hear the sea lions bark, smell the ocean air, wander the many gardens with the Pacific in your backyard.The weather by the sea can best be described as two seasons of Spring and two seasons of Fall. It can be 110 degrees inland yet the temperature in the Highlands rarely exceeds 70 degrees.
The Villa has wireless internet service--Starlink !
You are vacationing green, the Villa has a Tesla Solar roof.
Four bedrooms, three full baths, accommodates up to 8.
Lots of parking for all your vehicles within the large iron gates.
Two kings-two queens
Two minutes south to the Hyatt and the 5 star Pacific Edge Restaurant. Clint Eastwood’s restaurant is near by. Enjoy fireplaces in all but one bedroom (inserts) take in the sea air. Unlike any vacation you will have ever taken. You will not want to leave. Pictures do not do the Villa justice.

Property manager

John

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Gym

Outdoor space

Parking available

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Strict non-pet policy, owner has bad allorgies !

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Strict non-smoking policy !

Guests may not go farther down the driveway, there is no where to turn around and I am very sensitive about disturbing my neighbors.

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 in Carmel, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. 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 Point Lobos State Natural Reserve 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, CA

What's nearby

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve - 1 min walk
Monastery Beach - 2 min drive
Carmel Mission Basilica - 6 min drive
Carmel Plaza - 7 min drive
Carmel Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

Monterey Station - 23 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
‪La Bicyclette - ‬8 min drive
‪Bagel Bakery - ‬6 min drive
‪Mission Ranch Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
‪Pacific's Edge Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is GATED, PRIVATE, ONE ACRE BY THE SEA 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at GATED, PRIVATE, ONE ACRE BY THE SEA 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GATED, PRIVATE, ONE ACRE BY THE SEA 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is GATED, PRIVATE, ONE ACRE BY THE SEA 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is steps away from Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gibson Beach. Point Lobos Ranch and Hidden Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

PT D.

17 Oct 2023

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

Great Location

The home and location is perfect for your sta

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JT L.

1 Aug 2023

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

The best

Amazing property and location. Easy in and out to everything Carmel has to offer. Every evening we spent cooking out and enjoying our family. The house is beautiful and unique with character throughout. Everything worked as anticipated and it was very clean, well maintained. A pleasure to stay there.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Meredith C.

30 May 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location near Hyatt Highlands

Worked perfect for parents of the groom. Unique and beautiful gardens.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Marcella M.

3 May 2023

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Mixed experience

Loved the decor and furnishings of the house, had that old world lived in feeling. Very nicely set up with interesting articles of decor and pictures everywhere. However, on the practical side, when we arrived (April) the house was very cold and did not get warm for another 24 hours, really uncomfortable. My biggest complaint is that there were no window coverings on the 6 windows in the master bedroom! Resulting in us being awakened by the light coming in at 5:30 - 6 a.m. for the 4 mornings we were there. I actually left feeling more tired for lack of sleep, than when we arrived. Whoever cleaned the house did not do a good job. Quite a few cobwebs and dust. Counter in the kitchen was sticky. The placemats for kitchen use were not clean at all, some food sticking on to them from previous renters. The coffee grinder that was supposed to be in the kitchen never did show up. Our 4 coffee drinkers were not happy. Heads up if staying in the area next year, check dates for the Big Sur marathon. This year it took place last weekend of April. Unfortunately for us a brass band, supporters and food tables were all set up right outside the house. Band started playing at 7:30 a.m. The really bad part was, we could not get out of the house until noon. Road was closed to traffic. We had planned to attend the11:00 a.m. services at Carmel Mission, but were stuck at the house until all of the participants came through. As I said, very mixed experience. If I thought the house would be cleaner, warmer and definitely have window coverings I would go back, but the manager needs to do a much better job of making sure everything is as it should be.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice S., Bainbridge Island, WA

29 Dec 2022

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

Beautiful villa in Carmel Highlands

This is a perfect property for a family holiday gathering. Point Lobos Reserve is nearby, beaches, and hiking trails. We visited the Monterey Aquarium and played volleyball and soccer in the back yard. We enthusiastically recommend this propert.y.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

11 Oct 2022

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

Eclectic wonderful property

Family group of 8 stayed here from a wedding weekend visiting from Florida. Location was easy to find and convenient to Carmel and Monterey, also easy access to run down to Big Sur. We used the kitchen and outdoor grill one night and everything was provided to make a large group meal. Internet access is sometimes spotty but overall consistent and you will need it as cell service can be limited. House and furniture are bit dated but overall comfortable, warm and inviting. I'd recommend this place and would stay here again

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Ka Lai R.

25 Aug 2022

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

Great location

Great location with easy access to all that Monterey, Carmel, and Big Sur have to offer.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicky M.

8 Aug 2022

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

Lots of room to roam!

Directly across the street from a lovely convenience store and a view of the ocean! Beautiful spot!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

kyle b.

4 Aug 2022

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

Pictures didn’t do it justice. Incredibly charming and cozy cottage home with absurdly gorgeous view

Loved it. We had the best time and the location is literal perfection. Was ideal for everything we needed and John was so kind and easy to communicate with.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecka N.

30 July 2022

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

Peaceful and convenient

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay - location and amenities were perfect for our family.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

27 July 2022

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

Charm, Grace & Great Space! OH MY!

When searching for accommodations for my family, it was a bit of a challenge. With 3 generations staying under one roof, I wanted to make sure each family had their own space while also having large enough common areas to allow everyone to spend quality time together. My elderly parents had their own room with plenty of space for them to escape from the noise & ruckus of the little ones when they needed to rest. My brother’s family stayed in the room with the smaller downstairs room off of it - perfect for a family with two little ones. My sister & 18-month-old nephew had their own room. And, my family & I were upstairs, with my two teenagers. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect house for all of us to stay in! The weather was a bit chilly & overcast with a thick marine layer for the entire 4 days we were in Carmel. But, it wasn’t so bad that we couldn’t get out & about. The Villa is so close to everything. On one of the days, we went to Sunday Mass at the mission & explored the town. On another day, we went to the Monterey Bay Aquarium & meandered about Cannery Row. There was/is just so much to do in the area! (BTW… The antique stores are awesome!) It was nice to come back to a space that allowed everyone to unwind & not be on top of each other. The jacuzzi broke down before we got there & wouldn’t be fixed until after our trip, so we couldn’t soak after the long days of walking. John let us know ahead of time. However, it would’ve been nice to hop into the jacuzzi after all the little ones were in bed each night with some wine or cocktails. Nonetheless, all the other great aspects of the house made up for it! The Villa marries the charms of an older property with all the modern amenities we’re used to. The TV’s have all the essential streaming services and the WiFi was a must for the teenagers (& the hubs who was still semi-working during our trip). Everything was exactly as described and was perfect for our family’s needs. My family is talking about making this a yearly trip since we all had such a wonderful time! Thank You, John, for your hospitality & great communication! We cannot wait to come back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Dave P.

2 Sept 2018

Our family of 10 enjoyed a very good stay.

There were a few problems considering the high rental and cleaning fees. On arrival no WiFi but fixed next day. Fridge not cleaned - filled with used condiments. Stove not cleaned. Gas barbecue not cleaned. Minimal gas supplied ( 2 gas bottles. One empty and one 1/4 full - ran out! ) Dish washer did not satisfactorily clean crockery and cutlery. Hot tub jets did not work. Highway one significant delays due to roadworks. Problem not communicated prior to booking.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

22 Aug 2018

Wonderful Unique Property

We had a great family get together at the Villa July 21st to the 28th with five adults and five children. The property is amazing, unlike any vacation rental I have experienced with tremendous furnishings in the home and throughout the property. The yard was beautifully landscaped and a great place for the children to play. We enjoyed day trips to Big Sur, the aquarium, and local beaches. Point Lobos park is fabulous for hiking and observing sea mammals. We did not run out of things to experience and all agreed a return trip may be in order.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P., Durham CA USA

9 July 2018

Lovely Place

Our family was very comfortable and had everything we needed for our vacation. John has the home stocked with everything a person could need from the kitchen to outdoor comforts. Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ronald F.

16 June 2018

Beautiful property inside and out. Close to everything. Property has a lot of character .

We spent a lot of time outside enjoying the beautiful property. We had a family of 9 and it was perfect. We even left some items and they were quickly shipped back to us. Will definitely stay here again in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

16 May 2018

Perfect for a large group

A group of us came out to Carmel to run the Big Sur Marathon. The house suited our needs perfectly. We enjoyed relaxing on the deck and using the hot tub. We were also able to use the picnic table for a large family style dinner. We loved the house and would love to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mickaela H.

10 May 2018

Beautiful gardens

This home was in a wonderful location and surrounded by beautiful gardens. John was a breeze to communicate with and I would highly recommend this property for your next gathering.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Grace H., San Jose, California

5 Mar 2018

Charming eclectic oceanside getaway

I celebrated my 30th birthday weekend here with my closest friends and family. The home is large so it was a little spooky the first night with my just my husband and myself but it was well lit and we quickly settled in. Once everyone else arrived, I was thankful for all the space and each room was set up in a B&B manner with it's own private entrance, bathrooms and amenities which was really convenient and nice. During the day is when the property really shines. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and great for exploring. We had a great time playing badminton and volleyball with the net onsite. We even found a path down to the beach right outside the property which was breathtaking. John and his wife were kind enough to meet us during check in to welcome us and then stopped by the next morning to make sure we had enough propane since they knew we were having a bbq that afternoon. I would definitely recommend staying here if you are visiting with a large group!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

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10/10 Excellent

Reyna P.

19 Feb 2018

Weekend Getaway - Simply Amazing!

This place was so amazing ! The characteristics of this home were simply unbeatable. It had plenty of room for our entire party and the grounds and view of the ocean are beautiful. We couldn’t stop taking pictures, and we still didn’t get to cover all the picture perfect spots! Our kids had a great time playing outside .. so much space for them to run around! Thank you to John and his family for letting us stay in your second home! 😊

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Beverly G.

12 Jan 2018

The villa was amazing! Clean, well stocked, great location.

We are a party of nine, ranging in age from 7 to 67. The villa had something for all of us, and there was plenty of room. It’s a great house to play hide and seek, and a fabulous place to relax and take in the views. My grandchildren felt like they’d entered “The Lion, Witch, Wardrobe” novel. The location made day trips easy and fun. Overall, loved it!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jacob g.

29 Aug 2017

Beautiful and very comfortable

This house was perfect for our family reunion. All of the rooms were well equipped and accommodating for our large group. The kids played outside the entire time, and because it was fenced it gave us complete peace of mind.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aimee C.

31 July 2017

FABULOUS PROPERTY, WONDERFUL OWNER!!

What a fabulous property! Our family had such a wonderful time! Fantastic location, gorgeous property and the the owner John was the best! Thank you John for such a memorable vacation! We will be back!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Gregory T., SAN JOSE

13 July 2017

Fantastic property with rustic feeling

We had a 3 generation family reunion (ages 17-88) for 10 for 6 days here and everyone had a great time. The property is beautiful and conveniently located. We spent lots of time on the deck and in yard. The ocean view is a small slice, but still enjoyable. The house itself is nicely renovated and very quaint. The big fireplace was a regular gathering place and we cooked a great dinner one night. There were a few minor issues, but the owner was responsive and none of them interfered with overall enjoyment. Like most places, if you are expecting fancy hotel type accommodations, you should stay at a fancy hotel, if you want a nice, rustic Carmel style place, this is a great choice.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

18 May 2017

Beautiful

The property fit our family perfectly. Accessing the property was easy and grocery options nearby were sufficient. Owners were very nice and respond quickly to questions, comments, or concerns. We would recommend this property.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

leslie w.

19 Feb 2017

A great escape!

I had a lovely time at the villa. Great kitchen for cooking!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017

About the host

Hosted by John

Real Estate Developer and a native of Northern California. Nina is a native of Thailand and a Dr. and professor. We have homes in Carmel, Pebble Beach and Bangkok. We enjoy traveling often and love to share our home here in the Carmel Highlands with guests from all over the world.

Why they chose this property

Love at first sight. Being near the ocean is something I've treasured since my college days in Santa Barbara. The property has a charm and magic seldom experienced on the Central California coast. The villa is the beginning of Big Sur. You can take a short 30 minute excursion on Hwy1 or a day trip down to Hearst Castle stopping to see the Sea Elephants along the way.

What makes this property unique

Breathe the ocean air ! See the sights, take a walk by the beach.
Play golf at one of a dozen golf courses on the Peninsula. The restaurants are fabulous! The Aquarium should not be missed. The Aquarium is on Cannery Row and is pretty much the way John Stienbeck described. See Big Sur and the 17 Mile Drive. Stop for lunch in Spanish Bay or the Lodge in Pebble Beach. The Monterey Wharf offers whale watching and kayak excursions and some of the best sea food in California. We are always happy to give restaurant recommendations or tell you about an off-the-beaten-path walk along the coast.