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Carmel Cottage by the sea LuxeC 30 night min

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A coastal path leading to a beach with a clear view of the ocean and a distant shoreline.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and cushions.
A backyard with a fire pit, outdoor furniture, and a building with a sloped roof.
A wooden kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a peace sign decoration.
A bedroom with wooden panel walls, a large bed with multiple pillows, bedside lamps, and a window with a view of greenery.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Carmel, CA
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Mission Basilica
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel River State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Carmel Mission Inn
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$192 nightly
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Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Mission Inn

About the neighborhood

Carmel

With a stay at this vacation home in Carmel (Carmel Point), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. .This family-friendly vacation home is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Monterey Bay and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Cannery Row.
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What's nearby

  • Carmel Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carmel River State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sunset Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carmel Plaza - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 22 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carmel Bakery - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Heaven - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mission Ranch Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Carmel Cottage by the sea LuxeC 30 night min

Located in a prime location near Mission Ranch just a short stroll from both of Carmel's white sand beaches, this clean Carmel cottage is ready for its next owners to enjoy as-is, or move forward with the included two sets of designs to add additional living space. Set on a sunny, private, oversized 6,000 SqFt lot with a beautiful yard, the home is perfect for getaways to our village by the sea. With world-class dining, shopping, and art galleries downtown, Big Sur to the South, golfing at Pebble Beach, and endless activities on the Monterey Peninsula, this home is the perfect spot to enjoy Carmel
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Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this vacation home include concierge services and barbecue grills.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 543216

Property is also known as

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Carmel Cottage by the sea LuxeC 30 night min Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

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

Delightful Cottage

The accommodations were wonderful, and the location was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maurice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Walkable everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

david f.

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

Long weekend

Really just right for us, liked the location and the house was fine
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location! Clean and comfortable home. We recommend this rental if visiting Carmel area
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

natalie b.

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

Great location

We had a very positive experience here. We were able to walk to several beaches and the downtown area. Quiet, private location!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glyn G.

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

Nice & quiet getaway

Loved this little Carmel house! Cozy place with a full kitchen, washer/dryer and parking. It’s a quick drive to the downtown shops, restaurants, and Carmel Beach. Would love to stay here again someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariah O.

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

Cozy stay.

The yard was lovely. They house had many pretty original details and was super comfortable. I loved staying there. I would definitely st
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lauren V.

Incredible Cottage in Quaint Carmel

My husband and I have stayed in the Monterey/Carmel area many times, and this cottage is our new favorite spot! Walking distance to Carmel River Beach, Mission Ranch Restaurant, Carmel Mission, and only about a mile to the center of Carmel by the Sea. A great location, had everything we needed, and we definitely plan to return soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dani L.

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

Great spot!

Great house for small families and couples. Super close downtown, walkable to the beach. Clean. Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison F.

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

Sweet place

My friend and I came to stay in Carmel for the Big Sur Marathon. It was the perfect spot, close to everything especially the finish line! I would highly recommend for anyone looking to stay in Carmel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

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

Great escape

The listing was everything we thought it would be. Great location and very well maintained. Easy to get to and easy to get downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

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

Get away

My wife and i got away for a couple of nights and it was a great little spot for us. Close to the beach and Carmel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie U.

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

Private neighborhood bungalow

What a great place! This little gem, just down the hill from downtown Carmel and a few blocks from the beach, was the perfect weekend launching pad for all the fantastic offerings of the Monterey Bay Area. We loved the privacy of the yard area and the retro vibe of the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darling cottage in a great location. We really enjoyed coffee on the porch and the moon by the fire. Walking a few minutes to the mission was also so nice. The pull out bed was okay for kids but the mattress was not in good enough shape for an adult to sleep on it, needs a new one. Would love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sjamesr67 M.

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

Cozy cottage

This house was perfect for my husband and me. It had everything we needed for our stay and we couldn’t ask for a better location. We highly recommend this place. Easy walking distance to Mission Ranch and the beach. The property manager was very nice and easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Upon arrival the place had a stale oder, Fans were essential but a bit noisy. Otherwise, the place was a basic accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darci W.

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

Private cabin near Carmel Mission

Perfect for couple's getaway. Walking distance to Mission Ranch Inn, the mission and scenic paths. Loved strolling to Mission Ranch Restaurant to watch sunset while enjoying drinks and snacks. Front porch lovely spot for breakfast and morning tea. Protected hideaway if stormy weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The house was exactly as shown on the pictures. Everything was clean and the bed was very comfortable. The bathroom was clean but very dated. Throwback to the 60's. The fire pit was lovely and the pillows and outdoor furniture was very nice. Couldn't fit more than two people as there is no dining table and the bar stools are too high (they should be replaced). Otherwise it was a wonderful property and we would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

April S.

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

A mixed bag

A combination of quality and needs improvement. Great privacy and yard, TV, and comfortable bed. Bathtub needs some improvement, no dish drainer, inadequate amount of furniture, barstools a joke.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No ocean view, a long walk to beach,No chairs to sit in to eat at counter top. Stool with no backs too high for counter to eat while sitting in.Sofa needs replacing. Nice kitchen, TV easy to navigate. Easy to communicate for beach chairs we requested, but arrived the following day. Really needs some new furniture for comfortable relaxing in evenings in living room. I felt a bit over priced for this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

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

Walk to Carmel River Beach

The first thing that we noticed upon check-in was the size of the yard the privacy. The hedges were really high, so even though you were on the street you felt like you were your own private oasis patio furniture, gas grill for enjoying the cool foggy evenings walking distance to Carmel River Beach, which was perfect and it is less than a block from Mission Ranch for fabulous breakfast, lunch and dinner and the afternoon cocktail Will definitely stay again. We had two people staying there. I slept on the sofa sleeper, which was comfortable. Kitchen was equipped for our needs and we look forward to going again this year with highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tanya W.

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

Location made it worth it

Perfect location for a 5 night stay for two.More living room seating and a bigger coffee pot would make it better. More than two people would be uncomfortable in my opinion. We mainly just slept here and were out a lot so it was fine for us. I contacted the management company about a washer and dryer since it was listed but no photos. Two different responses told me there was NO washer and dryer so we packed accordingly, but there actually IS a washer and dryer available.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa O.

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

Great Location

This was truly like a 1960 beach cabin I stayed in as a kid. It's had some updates, like the flooring that we loved. It was really close to the beaches, making for very nice peaceful walks. The bed was really comfy, as was the couch, well stocked on paper products. Close to grocery shopping area and close to town. There is a great restaurant just up the road. It could use a few things, like a dish rack for washing dishes, and maybe some beach chairs to take to the beach, along with some beach towels. I didn't see any instructions for lighting the fireplace. Three doors in a one bedroom cabin was a little odd, specially the door in the bedroom but who knows what they were thinking when it was originally built. We had a great time here exploring Carmel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Cozy Comfortable

We loved this location, toasty and hot showers, clean linens, smelled good, beautiful views. There was a hiccup with an amenity which was addressed directly by the manager. The manager communicated well and was kind. Two minor suggestions: could use thicker pillows on the bed, these are worn. Consider adding a cheap cutting board, the ones you have are too nice I was hesitant to use them. The house is so cute, it had been well cared for and the classic elements are hardly worn. I can see someone loved this house very much. Thanks for this wonderful vacation.Oh and if you haven’t been to this part of California before, definitely go see Monterey Aquarium.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

James H.

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

Nice little place

The property itself was fine. Clean. Relaxing front gas fire pit. Good hot water for showers. The washer and dryer had issues. Thankfully we didn’t really need them. We brought enough clothes. We did have a, I wouldn’t call him a gentleman, contractor of some sort in a work truck pull to the front of the house and was saying something to the effect of “ I want these f**king people out of here.” My wife encounter the man. Sort of uncomfortable for her. Not sure if he was there for our property at the time. Also, lawn guys were at the house for over an hour. Had lunch in the front. I guess Mondays are the best day for that as the weekends are usually booked. Just a heads up for anyone staying there during the weekdays. Overall, the weather played nice and it was an excellent 4 nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025