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Very Private, 3 Balconies, Jacuzzi, Espresso, King
Spacious, light-filled Carmel hilltop home with large hot tub and sweeping views of ocean & forest. 🌲🌅 With 3 balconies + generous primary suite on main floor, this highly private retreat offers an elegant tranquility with coastal charm. Spacious 🍽️ fully stocked kitchen features espresso machine + conical burr grinder 🫘☕ as well as French Press and sizeable gas range. 3 bedrooms +3 pull-outs. Chore-free checkout. Property is *not* walkable to downtown Carmel. Outdoor BBQ is electric.

Carmel By the Canyon
Our studio is located in Carmel, less than a mile from the town center. The house faces out over Hatton Canyon and affords a private rural setting yet close to Big Sur, Pebble Beach, Monterey, etc. 15 Minute walk to Carmel downtown. A hub to explore Big Sur and all the Monterey Peninsula has to offer. Due to certain regulatory changes regarding minimum stay, the dates you are requesting may not be available. While we prefer longer stays, do make an inquiry to us about the dates you want.

Guesthouse Carmel Highlands ~ Ocean Views ~
Serene fully-furnished 900 sq. ft. studio guesthouse 6 blocks up the hill from the beach, with 180 degree ocean-view, and 180 degree mountain and wilderness view from a private balcony. The guesthouse is artfully decorated, and is quiet. Our whole neighborhood is affluent and beautiful with plenty of beaches to explore. It is the perfect place to stay and visit remote Big Sur to the south, but also be close to the incredible restaurants & shops in Carmel. Our guests prefer a no pets policy.

Serene Redwood Retreat w/Modern Comfort
At our Modern cabin nestled among 150 year old redwoods, we invite you to embark on a unique adventure of embracing the outdoors while only minutes from town. Wine tasting in downtown Carmel, World Class Golf at Pebble Beach or Hiking trails of Point Lobos and Big Sur. "Magical", "Amazing", "A True Sanctuary" are just a few words used by our guest to describe their stay with us. Get away and unplug in the stillness and solitude of our Serene Redwood Retreat. Please see property description.

Fairytale Cottage on Ocean Avenue, Downtown Carmel
Sades Loft is located in a fairytale cottage in the heart of downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea. The upstairs loft has its own private entry on Ocean Avenue. Open your front door and explore downtown Carmel or take a 10 minute stroll down to the beach. Once a VIP room where Hollywood & local legends gathered late into the night, today, the Loft is a relaxing spot where you can listen to soft music from the restaurant below or watch passerby's buying old fashioned candy from the Cottage of Sweets.

Modern and Quiet Dream Getaway
Welcome to your Carmel by the Sea dream getaway. This home was completely remodeled in 2018 by renowned architect Erik Dyar around the original Carmel stone fireplace. Enjoy the fresh, clean and open space of a modern home which is rare in Carmel by the Sea. Soaring ceilings, masterful design elements and furnished with comfort in mind. Lots of space in the back yard of this home (9600 square foot lot) for kids to roam, or your eyes to rest on the gorgeous Eucalyptus and Cypress trees.

Charming Carmel Studio in Carmel, CA TOT # 001407
Our cool and comfortable guest studio has a separate entrance. It is just 1-2 miles from Carmel beach and Carmel by the Sea restaurants and wine tasting rooms. It comfortably accommodates two. It has a king size bed and a small kitchenette with a microwave, wine refrigerator and coffee pot. It is located close to downtown Carmel by the Sea, Pebble Beach, Point Lobos and Big Sur. Enjoy nature and hiking at beautiful mission trail only 1/4 mile away. Point lobos 2 miles away.

Flora Belle, Perfect Carmel-by-the-Sea Getaway
Flora Belle is your perfect Carmel- by- the- Sea get away. This ground floor condo is in a superb location just steps to Ocean Avenue with its world class restaurants, shopping, and white sand beaches. There is one off street designated parking spot ideal for a compact car. The bedroom has a queen bed and petite walk in closet. The bathroom, accessed through the bedroom, boasts a roomy corner shower. Carmel Belle awaits your visit!

Fancy-Free by the Sea
Petite but sweet studio built by our grandfather, Chaz, in 1940. It is one of four units formerly known as Piney Woods Lodge, where our grandparents welcomed travelers for years. We're excited to return Francy Free to its roots and hope you will join us (two sisters) in continuing their legacy. Studio is ground-level, easy to access and a short (1/2 mile) stroll through the woods to downtown and iconic Carmel beach.

Charming Carmel Cottage - Close to Downtown!
Step into this charming, quintessential Carmel Cottage located close to downtown Carmel. Easily accessible and set back on a corner lot, you'll be centrally located to all Monterey Bay has to offer. You're a short walk to all the shops and restaurants in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, as well as within walking distance to the beach. Truly a zen-like experience, we can't wait for you to stay in our beautiful home.

Elegant Carmel Cottage
Private, elegant cottage at a ten minute walk to popular shopping and restaurants in downtown Carmel by the Sea. On Ocean Ave, the main street going into downtown Carmel By The Sea. Very close to Highway 1 and a short drive to scenic Big Sur and the California coast. Minutes drive to Pebble Beach and 17 Mile Drive. Deck overlooking a backyard with oak trees. Wifi and cable available.

Charming Studio in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Charming Studio Apartment located on top of the Galante Family Vineyards Tasting Room in the center of the business district. You can't get any closer to the action! Just steps from the beach, shopping and all of the wonderful restaurants Carmel-by-the-Sea has to offer. *noises from the tasting room, such as music and conversation, can be heard during business hours.
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