Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Carmel by the Sea, CA

Carmel Plaza7 min walk
Carmel Beach17 min walk
Carmel Mission Basilica3 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)8 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Room

1 Double Bed

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Thank you for stopping by to view our vacation home, La Vita Dolce in Carmel by the Sea. Our charming cottage sits quietly nestled amongst a forest of juniper, pine and oak trees, surrounded by lavish perennial gardens in a charming neighborhood. Upon your arrival you will quickly find yourself settling in and relaxing in our beautiful living room with its vaulted ceilings, beautiful white limestone fireplace, watching your favorite show or movie on our 46” HD Plasma TV & Blue Ray DVD player. Once you're settled, have fun socializing in our gourmet kitchen outfitted with a Viking Grill and everything a chef needs to prepare a fabulous meal for his/her guests. Finally before retiring for the evening enjoy the private fireplace in the master bedroom and the company of a loved one in this amazingly cozy bedroom.

Our charming cottage is a short walk to Ocean Avenue where you will find numerous shops, art galleries and world famous restaurants. As you stroll down Ocean Avenue you will find yourself at the foot of Carmel Beach. Here you will find a beautiful white sand beach, where you can have a picnic or just snuggle up under a cozy blanket and watch the sunset.

Not only is our cottage centrally located we are also just a few short minutes away by car from Carmel Valley, Pebble Beach or 17 Mile Dr., Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row or head south and enjoy the beautiful Big Sur Coast along Hwy 1.

Property manager

John Giovannoni

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Our Storybook
Cottage awaits you....two blocks from the Village of Carmel

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Sorry, there are no exceptions.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Sorry, we do not allow smoking in the house.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carmel

This cottage is located in Northeast Carmel, a neighbourhood in Carmel, and is near theme parks 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 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 Plaza - 7 min walk
17-Mile Drive - 13 min walk
Carmel Beach - 17 min walk
Carmel Mission Basilica - 3 min drive
Pebble Beach Golf Links - 6 min drive

Getting around

Monterey Station - 16 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

Vesuvio - 6 min walk
Stationæry - 5 min walk
Toro - 7 min walk
A W Shucks - 8 min walk
Little Swiss Cafe - 8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage located?

Located in Northeast Carmel, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Forest Theater Guild and 17-Mile Drive. Carmel Beach is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Woodland Park, NJ

11 Mar 2023

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

Quintessential charming and beautifully decorated Carmel cottage in a lovely peaceful setting

We’ve been married 41 years and this is the perfect romantic setting - like an Italian villette. Beautiful amenities, lots of sun exposure plus ample bright task lighting. The home is close to gorgeous walking paths, close to Ocean Avenue shopping and restaurants, Carmel Valley retail plus Monterey. Very quiet and so safe, lovely neighbors too. We were in the home for a month, working side by side, and really lived in it, cooking as well as basking on the front patio on warmest days. John and Karen really care about their guests - evident from the attention to the lovely decor to being responsive to our routine questions.

Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

3 Apr 2021

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

Great house and location

This is a lovely and comfortable Carmel cottage. Great light and outdoor seating areas and all the amenities. The hosts are super responsive and we would definitely stay again.

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

John L.

1 Aug 2020

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

Carmel house

Very well kept up.

Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Harley S.

2 Oct 2019

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

Lovely Home in Great Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 month stay in this lovely home in the heart of Carmel Village. We would highly recommend the property.

Stayed 91 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

16 July 2019

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

Excellent location in Carmel

Our home was in a great location in Carmel allowing us to park our car and walk everywhere. My son and I even walked to Pebble Beach everyday for the US Open. John was wonderful to work with throughout the entire process. John’s home has three very nice bedrooms and a great kitchen if you like to eat in. During our stay we had family and friends stay with and everyone felt completely comfortable. We will certainly return as Carmel is our favorite place on earth.

Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2019