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Spectacular Award Winning Ocean Front 2 Bed 2 Bath
Award winning historic ocean front home with beautiful Spanish revival decor overlooking Monterey Bay. Gather around the ocean front fire pit and watch whales, seals, sealions, otters, dolphins from the traditional Talavera tiled patio. Ideally situated for walking to Pacific Grove, Cannery Row, Monterey Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf. Fine dining, bars and shopping are a short stroll away. Convenient access for 17 mile drive, Carmel and Big Sur. A spectacular home in a World famous location.

Pet Friendly Cozy Pacific Grove Getaway Lic#0388
Easy access to everything the Monterey Peninsula has to offer - Located in Pacific Grove with easy access to Pebble Beach/17-Mile Drive, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and Big Sur. Monterey Bay Aquarium, golf, surfing, and hiking are all close by. Laundry room, gorgeous bathroom, and fully stocked kitchen are some of the wonderful features. Off-street parking. High-end linens and comfy beds await your arrival. Trader Joe's, Safeway and 12+ restaurants in walking distance. Professionally cleaned.

Peaceful Home near Monterey, Carmel STR25-00022
Nestled in the beautiful city of Marina, our home is perfectly positioned for your adventure: Beach Access: Just a short, less than 1-mile trip to the sandy shore. Steps away from shopping, award-winning dining, wine tasting rooms, beaches, scenic trails, bike paths, and golf courses. Attractions: A short drive to the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Pacific Grove, Carmel-by-the-Sea, the breathtaking Big Sur coastline, and Pebble Beach. Business License Number 04106537

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).

The Sea Glass Cottage
Nestled in the Beautiful seascape of the Bay Area, this warm and welcoming home is centrally located to everything Monterey, Pacific Grove and Carmel have to offer! The stunning sand dunes by the home and the views of the setting sun on the ocean horizon are sure to impress. The home is in a safe secluded area and offers keypad entry, driveway parking, and 2 car garage. Please note this home is not on the beach. It is on the other side of Highway 1 and the mapped location is accurate.

Backyard playground & 1 mile to the beach
1 mile to the beach and 3 to Cannery Row. Enjoy your Monterey Peninsula home with a backyard playground for the little ones. The Monterey Bay Aquarium, Point Lobos, Laguna Seca Raceway, Pebble Beach, and Carmel are just a few of the area activities to enjoy. Eat out at one of our area's great restaurants or stay in with a home-cooked meal. With a large dining table and additional seating for up to eight, family style dining is a joy. Enjoy comfortable beds in your home away from home.

Seaside Bliss - A Modern Home Close to Attractions
The entire family will enjoy our home with all of the needed amenities to provide an excellent vacation getaway! A stylish home in the heart of Seaside that provides close proximity to main attraction, yet tucked away for privacy and a peaceful stay! Bring the whole family to enjoy this area and gem of a house! We are located near all attractions from The Beach to The Aquarium. The home is also close to many restaurants, Carmel, Pebble Beach, and The Monterey Fair Grounds.

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.

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.

Serenity Getaway - Near MRY Aquarium and downtown
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located place. Our home is located in a prime location, just minutes away from The Beach, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Carmel, and down town! Enjoy a well thought out floor plan with modern & comfortable fully furnished home. Want to cook a family meal? Use our fully stocked kitchen to whip out some amazing meal for the full family! And see the ocean from some of our windows on the 2nd floor!

Coastal Cottage #B
Our Coastal Cottage #B is nestled in the art community of Sand City's Westend. It's a bustle of industry and art which quiets down to a peaceful still in the evening. The kitchen includes a dining table and chairs, refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker and an electric fry pan. There is no stove. We include a few snacks and coffee, dishes, glassware, silverware, bowls and cooking utensils.

Steps to the Beach + Ocean Views + Walk Everywhere
Relax and unwind just steps from Lovers Point Beach in beautiful Pacific Grove. Walk to cafés, restaurants, shops, Cannery Row, Fisherman’s Wharf, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Right outside the front door is the scenic coastal recreation trail stretching from Monterey to Asilomar Beach — perfect for biking, beach walks, and sunset strolls. Comfortably sleeps up to 7 guests. PG License #0171
Popular amenities for family-friendly rentals near Monterey Bay Aquarium
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

2bed OceanFront condo w/Pools+HotTub

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Ocean View at Monterey Bay - Hot Tub & King Bed!

Beautiful Ocean View 2 BR-Seascape-Miles of Beach

Creekside Log Cabin

Aptos Beach Retreat • Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand

Carmel Garden Retreat

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The Good Shepherd Marina Beach Base STR25-000034

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Home Away from Home Visit Monterey

Prestige Palace STR25-000046

Premier Monterey Bay Getaway, minutes to Carmel

Luxury Modern Home | Pets OK | FREE EV | 8 Parking

Peninsula Refuge-A Modern Home in Heart of the Bay

Marina Studio • King Bed by Beach & Downtown 30+
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Walk to the beach, panoramic ocean view, and pool!

Snug and Cozy between the Skyline and the Sea

*Official Resort Listing* Partial View 2 BDR Villa

Aptos Condo with Spectacular Ocean Views

Spectacular Ocean View- Heated Pool & Spa Seascape

Oceanview Villa w/ 2 Decks, ONE Pool & Fireplace

28 Sec Walk to Beach with Private steam shower

Relax + Unwind in Brand New 2BD Modern Bch Retreat
Family-friendly home rentals with Wi-Fi

PG House: Modern Ocean Bungalow Amazing Location

Visit Monterey's Beaches from a Charming Home in Seaside

Pacific Grove Mid Century Near Beach

Charming Entire House With Free Parking on Premise

3 Bedroom Vacation Home - The Hummingbird

2B/2B Pajaro Dunes with Dunes and Ocean View

Three Mermaid’s Cove ( License #0459) Penthouse

Magical & Romantic Beachfront Home at Pajaro Dunes
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Monterey Bay Aquarium stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Destinations to explore
- Santa Cruz Beach
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Pinnacles National Park
- Capitola Beach
- Carmel Beach
- SAP Center
- Carmel Beach
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Big Sur Campground & Cabins
- Rio Del Mar Beach
- Pfeiffer Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Seacliff State Beach
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Asilomar State Beach
- Winchester Mystery House
- Natural Bridges State Beach
- Seabright Beach
- Twin Lakes State Beach
- Manresa Main State Beach
- Davenport Beach
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Santa Cruz Wharf





