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Carmel-by-the-Sea holiday rentals start at $196 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Carmel-by-the-Sea
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Luxury Modern Home | Pets OK | FREE EV | 8 Parking
Welcome to our 4 bed/3 bath 3,000 sq. ft. contemporary home built in 2022. Enjoy the luxurious amenities in this spacious two-story house: brand-new furniture and TVs, state-of-art kitchen, high-end appliances, spa-like master bath, radiant heated flooring, built-in speaker system, fiber Internet, and stunning light fixtures throughout. Tesla charger in garage. Conveniently located minutes to beach, golf, restaurants and shopping. Have fun with the entire family and guests in this stylish place.
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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. Large 🍽️ FULLY STOCKED kitchen features espresso machine + conical burr grinder 🫘☕ + French Press + gas range. 3 bedrooms + 3 pull-outs. Chore-free checkout. Property is *not* walkable to downtown Carmel. Outdoor BBQ is electric. Backyard 90% enclosed.
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Pacific Grove Mid Century Near Beach
Mid Century Pacific Grove house on 17 Mile Drive. Just a couple blocks from the Pebble Beach gate. Great area. Close enough to walk to town restaurants & shops, Asilomar State Beach & other sites all within minutes of our home. Private yard with a deck & outdoor furniture for entertaining. Lic. # 0289 - Our City STR Permit restricts us to a max of 2 adults/1 car per reservation. Any additional guests MUST be under 18 years old. We cannot & will not make exceptions to either restriction.
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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. **This property does NOT have designated parking. Please be aware that street or paid parking is necessary for all guests.
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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.
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Private romantic 1 br homestay love dogs
Dog friendly! Private entrance to 2 rm studio overlooking the forest w/ floor to ceiling windows. Queen memory-foam bed, bathroom w/shower & amenities, kitchenette w/ dishes, microwave/convection oven, burner, toaster, coffee.Far ocean view, sunsets, deck, gas grill. wood burning fireplace, complimentary wood, free internet, TV, DVDs, LPS, All amenities. Beach towels/mats, ottoman/cot, free parking. note: ceilings are low in spots & there are some steps. Let us know about dogs when booking.
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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.
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Oceanfront beach house with private hot tub
This home has a spacious layout with private beach access . Only a half minute walk to the natural beach with panoramic views of Monterey Bay. Relax in the private hot tub as waves crash in the background( WE JUST INSTALLED NEW Hot tub )There are beautiful ocean views from all rooms. Breathtaking sunsets are an evening routine. Whales and dolphins can be seen from the comforts of the bed or couch. The house is a perfect setup for one big family, or two families with small children .
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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.
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Beautiful Farm in Carmel Valley
Our 2 bedroom guest house in beautiful Carmel Valley is close to Monterey, Big Sur, Pebble Beach and Carmel by the Sea. Sight see all day and escape to a pastoral setting five minutes from Carmel Valley Village with quaint shops, restaurants and over 20 wine tasting rooms. Visit with our alpacas, horses, giant tortoises, goats, sheep, donkey and more! Wake up to sunshine, fresh air and the donkey braying for breakfast! (Due to the nature of our farm we have a strict "No Pets" policy).
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Monterey Dunes Oceanfront Beach House
The Monterey Dunes Colony is a picturesque gated community on the beach sitting between Monterey and Santa Cruz. This house features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a beautiful ocean view and private beach access. The Master, main living area, and kitchen have beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. You can watch dolphins and whales from the comfort of the kitchen table. Beautiful sunsets are a daily occurrence. This house is great for a large family or 2 smaller families.
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Luxury Carmel | View | 15 Guests | 9 Parking | EV
Welcome to your Carmel retreat! Newly built in 2024, this home blends modern comfort with relaxed coastal charm. Bright, open spaces and high ceilings create a peaceful atmosphere. Thoughtfully designed for families and small groups, the home offers spacious gathering areas, peaceful mountain views, and comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to 15 guests. Minutes from downtown Carmel, scenic beaches, and top Monterey Peninsula attractions.
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Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Carmel Garden Retreat
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Sunset Landing - ocean view & hot tub
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Private Treetop Beach House
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Carmel Hilltop Retreat - Views, Fire Pit, Hot Tub!
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BEACH front townhome
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Beautiful Ocean View 2 BR-Seascape-Miles of Beach
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Creekside Log Cabin
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Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Pet Friendly Cozy Pacific Grove Getaway Lic#0388
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Carmel Mid-Century Ranch Retreat Homestay
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Serenity Getaway - Near MRY Aquarium and downtown
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Pet-Friendly* Cottage Near Beach for 30+ day stays
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Unique location steps to Cannery Row & Aquarium!
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Charming, perfect location, large, super clean!
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Carmel Rustic Cabin Like a Treehouse + Dog
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Charming Farmhouse in Carmel Valley
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Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Relax + Unwind in Brand New 2BD Modern Bch Retreat
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Snug and Cozy between the Skyline and the Sea
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Spectacular Ocean View- Heated Pool & Spa Seascape
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2bed OceanFront condo w/Pools+HotTub
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Monterey Bay Sanctuary Beach resort
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Stay Alpha Home • Modern Redwood Retreat with Pool
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Beach Front Villa at Seascape Resort
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Guest House in Sunny Carmel Valley
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When is the best time to visit Carmel-by-the-Sea?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $810 AUD | $831 AUD | $852 AUD | $936 AUD | $967 AUD | $955 AUD | $839 AUD | $1,053 AUD | $839 AUD | $767 AUD | $895 AUD | $751 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 15°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 13°C | 11°C |
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