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Exquisite home with remarkable ocean views, fireplace & generous patio

Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Interior
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8338.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
  • Place, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, China Cove
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Crib, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Study

1 Double Sofa Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Exquisite home with remarkable ocean views, fireplace & generous patio

Carmel Highlands Home

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Escape the everyday and experience true luxury with this exquisite cliffside home boasting breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. After renting this fabulous vacation home that rests on 55 acres, the ethereal view and picturesque sunsets will leave memories to last a lifetime. Point Lobos and beautiful walking trails along the ocean a short distance away offer a unique chance to reconnect with nature. Not to mention you'll have easy access to downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea's popular shops and upscale restaurants.

Upon arrival, you'll be greeted with a bright interior and a cozy atmosphere throughout the well-appointed living area blanketed in natural light. Marvel at the contemporary furnishings, high-end appliances, and an air of comfort exuding from every corner. Relax and make yourself at home by indulging in your favorite movie on the large TV, curling up with a good book by the fireplace, or serving brunch on the expansive balcony amidst the impressive views. Prepare grand meals and beach picnics in the sophisticated kitchen, equipped with stainless steel appliances, a floating island breakfast bar, and a formal dining table. Comfortable beds in spacious bedrooms ensure that everyone receives a well-deserved night's rest after the day's adventures, along with individual en suite baths for privacy and even a foldable crib for little guests.

The main bedroom boasts a fireplace and a private entrance to the spectacular balcony - perfect for stargazing or marveling at the world-famous California sunset. A spa-like en suite bathroom hosts an oversized walk-in shower and soaking tub. Additionally, a washer/dryer is on hand for those extra sandy days. Create unforgettable memories when you spend your getaway here on the idyllic Golden Coast.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
The driveway to this home is steep and narrow. Please use caution.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 002124

About the area

Carmel

Located in Carmel Highlands, a neighbourhood in Carmel, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. 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.
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Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

What's nearby

  • Point Lobos State Natural Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Monastery Beach - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • China Cove - 4 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Carmel Beach - 7 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Heaven - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pacific's Edge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company at The Crossroads - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Post No Bills -Carmel - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Exquisite home with remarkable ocean views, fireplace & generous patio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exquisite home with remarkable ocean views, fireplace & generous patio?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exquisite home with remarkable ocean views, fireplace & generous patio?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Exquisite home with remarkable ocean views, fireplace & generous patio located?

Located in Carmel Highlands, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Point Lobos Ranch. Hidden Beach and Monastery Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frances C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful. We had a lovely stay. Beds were comfortable. Jet tub was splendid. Views were incomparable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bethanie T.

Beautiful house!

We truly love the view, all the house has to offer for our big group. It was a great family trip. TY. The wifi is spotty but we didn't need it during the stay.

10/10 Excellent

Ladan V.

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

Elvie

I loved my stay at Highlands in Carmel!It was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. The building was exceptionally clean. While the location is a bit farther than it appears in the photos, it still offers the most stunning views of both the ocean and the forest, and it's situated in a beautiful area.I especially appreciated that the windows didn’t have curtains—you could enjoy the breathtaking scenery at all times. Each bedroom had its own private bathroom, which was a great convenience.We stayed here to bike the 17-Mile Drive, and the location was perfect for that.Working with Vrbo was also a great experience—communication was smooth and easy throughout the process.I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Beautiful ocean and sunset views

Comfortable and beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Alphonse D.

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

Guys trip

Kitchen is severely lacking, no good cookware and not even a cutting board. Place is great but needs to step it up on kitchen and no patio furniture either.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul B.

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

Vacasa Is a disaster

Property is beautiful, unfortunately Vacasa manages the property. An area power outage for 3 days left us without electricity or running water. Vacasa gave us no support, no supplies including flashlights. Forced to leave after the first night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Stunning views

The views from this home are stunning. The house is large and had plenty of room four our group of 7. We mostly ate out but the kitchen seems well stocked. The internet access was spotty at times but I suspect that might be the location. Property management was responsive to that issue.

4/10 Poor

Christina T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful Home with Minor Flaws

This is a beautiful home with breathtaking views. It has three stories, with all the rooms located on the second and third lower levels. The nice part is that each room has its own bathroom and shower. While it is nice to have all the bedrooms away from the living space, it was difficult going up and down the stairs. There are no curtains in any of the rooms because the view is amazing. However, if you are not an early riser, this might be challenging, as the sun will shine directly into the room. We were disappointed that the stove didn't work. We called property management, and while they were responsive to calls and texts, informing us that they had submitted our request, no one followed up with us, and no one came out to check the stove. We couldn't use the stove for the entire trip. Additionally, the ice machine in the fridge didn't work, and none of the power outlets in one of the bedrooms on the bottom floor worked. We really wanted this house to be part of our annual tradition, but unfortunately, we can't overlook all the flaws and difficulties we experienced.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Yvette B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication

Cool place, some issues

Pros: Views of Carmel, Point Lobos, and the sunset west of Big Sur are awesome – this made the visit Home was spacious and well appointed for our group of 6, 8 people would be comfortable, but maybe a little tight on living room seating Everyone slept well in comfortable beds Kitchen was spacious and good for socializing Cons: MICE! In the kitchen, being trapped while we entered the property – NO WARNING from the agent We found mice poop on entering the property and a dead mouse with all the guts squished in a trap that fell out of the cabinet as we reached for a pan - We were refunded ½ a night stay for this by Vacasa which didn’t quite seem like enough for the anxiety - We had to call 3x to have someone respond to this and tell us where the traps were for safety Patio table shattered – we were called the morning of check in to let us know, no replacement offered, which we asked for or for a board to set on the table we could cover with a table cloth - There were still glass shards on the patio, my son stepped on one in bare feet but luckily didn’t get cut - Vacasa refunded a whopping $20 a day for our inconvenience, but never tried to replace or substitute - It’s a shame, as the patio would have been much more enjoyable with a table Inaccurate Listing info: - The 55 acres are not open to use; this notification comes after booking - Narrow/single car private road is a test of driving skills and you are not allowed to walk on the road - NO WHERE NEAR WALKABLE to Po
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Teresa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, it was very nice. The water pressure is definitely disappointing, as well as the shower drainage in the master bathroom and the sink in the upstairs bathroom. Also, be prepared to take a shower if you want to wash your hands in that sink… Lol… The microwave was also a bit of a scare, as there must be some electrical issues because it started to spark and smoke, we left it on the patio for safety reasons. I couldn’t quite figure out how to work the oven, so thankfully I didn’t need to use it. Maybe there was a flipped breaker? I couldn’t see any power on the display panel. Also, it would have been nice to be able to better. Enjoy the breeze with screens on the windows and doors. Leaving the windows open brought in all kinds of bugs/gnats. Customer Service was very responsive, though, and the texting feature is a really nice feature. Overall, I was very satisfied with Vacasa as a service, and the house was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Param R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and up on the hills in Carmel. Secluded and beautiful home. Cell signal not good and WiFi does not work well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful home.It’s a beautiful home, 4 couples of us really enjoyed it a lot! The top floor with living room, kitchen and dining room was wide and bright with big windows showing beautiful ocean views. The lower two levels of bedrooms were even better, each room was very roomy with its own bathroom and balcony with great views too, you couldn’t find this kind of setup in any other homes. They also kept good contacts with us and provided great services. One of us missed placed her precious sunglasses and couldn’t find it anywhere. We contacted the company after we left, and they found the sunglasses and were willing to mail them back to our friend. Our friend was so super happy about it. We had a wonderful stay and left there with very sweet and happy memories. Thank you for the wonderful house and great services!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bella A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing time for family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ladan V.

Elvie

I loved my stay at Highlands in Carmel! It was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. The building was exceptionally clean. While the location is a bit farther than it appears in the photos, it still offers the most stunning views of both the ocean and the forest, and it's situated in a beautiful area. I especially appreciated that the windows didn’t have curtains—you could enjoy the breathtaking scenery at all times. Each bedroom had its own private bathroom, which was a great convenience. We stayed here to bike the 17-Mile Drive, and the location was perfect for that. Working with Vrbo was also a great experience—communication was smooth and easy throughout the process. I would absolutely stay here again!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Amazing Views

The beautiful Carmel Highlands sunset and the coastline was the first view that welcomed us to this warm and pleasant house. We truly enjoyed our stay and the surrounding nature of this beautiful home. We highly recommend it to all...

10/10 Excellent

Daniel I.

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

Amazing Property

Spacious, with gorgeous views of the Monterey Bay. Truly an excellent getaway to spend my 40th! My only regret is I didn't bake in more time to spend at the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Indravijay G.

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

Great house for families

Amazing place with a lot space and great living room to hang out and watch the views. Also was very close to Point Lobos which is amazing for a hike
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Susan B

It was nice a beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Wouldn't stay again

Wouldn't let us park our car early because we would be using the houses amenities without checking in. Wifi went out 2nd day and there is no signal, outlets didn't work. Wasted an entire day trying to get wifi back unsuccessfully and then checked out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Steve L.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Great location and could be a great house, but listing is not accurate and service was TERRIBLE

Listing title says "grill" and there was no grill setup. Microwave was broken. Stove/cooktop did not have power. We got a house instead of a hotel so we could cook and we were not able to. The house was between 84-87 degrees. Two a/c units outside and only one worked for one room in the entire house. We went to bed sweating. I understand things break, but neither VRBO or VACASA did anything to get anything repaired. I spent over 4 hours on the phone and online chat. All I was told is that the local contact is not responding.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

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

House on mountain

It’s on side of mountain so expect a curvy ride up. This road is explained on the notes. Beautiful place to stay and awesome views. Carmel/Monterrey area is awesome! Lots to see and do.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

What a beautiful home with amazing views

Staying at this home was a wonderful experience!!! Such a beautiful and clean house with stunning views throughout. Would definitely recommend. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Emma T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Beautiful location, so-so management.

This house is in a really beautiful location, and is decently modern. Has very strong mid-aughts decor. Views are beautiful, and I like how removed you are from neighbors. The drive up is not great, and even though you can get to many places pretty quickly, the hill up and down is precarious at night or if you’re tired. The wifi was not good, and because it was busy in town for the holiday weekend, cellular data was not great either. I’d recommend saving or downloading things preemptively for your visit. Some of the bedding had staining, but seemed clean. Found a dead mouse in the trash compactor during our visit. Only a couple screens on windows, so if you want breeze, you’re going to get moths. There was no grill as stated in the listing. Vacasa customer service was decently responsive, but not very helpful, and not apologetic when told about issues. You’re supposed to text when you check out, and I got a bounce back text. You’re given no booklet of information about the house. Kitchen was nice, but lacked basics like a cutting board and decent knives. The vent for the stove top was broken.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne C.

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

Car Week

Rented the house for our extended family during car week. House was large enough to accommodate our family, close enough to the action in town and the views were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Fantastic Mansion in the Sky

Absolutely gorgeous house, high above Carmel by the Sea! Beautiful great room with views, open kitchen, and fireplace. 6 stars. I would book this again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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