EXQUISITE Carmel fairytale Cottage, Huge Private gardens!
5.0
Outstanding(52 Reviews)Cottage in Carmel by the Sea, CA
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this cottage rental
Featured in Conde nest traveler, With a number one ranking, this is the ULTIMATE ROMANTIC GETAWAY IN MAGICAL CARMEL BY THE SEA!! This exquisite 100-year-old two-bedroom, one-bath jewel feels like a holiday in Europe!
Please note: CAR WEEK 2022 IS A 4 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY.
Perfect for special events such as engagements, anniversaries, birthdays and special holidays; we provide custom cakes, floral arrangements and Champagne upon request.
The cottage features a vast courtyard which exudes an old world ambiance of a French country home and is located on a RARE TRIPLE LOT with full GATED privacy.
There is plenty of charm in this 1925 ‘carmel charmer’, including a turreted entrance, abundant paned windows, Dutch door with regional Carmel Stone entry, European style gardens, antique fountains, amish wooded birdfeeders, bloom covered archways, manicured gardens, enchanted private paths…even a pair of wild bunnies… all reinforcing the magic of this very rare and special property! An award winning, fully landscaped garden provides privacy and sanctuary, with five different sitting areas and many pathways to wander down and explore! Absolutely fantastic for children to play in, fully gated and private… A haven for adults seeking leisure!
6-7 blocks to town, A mile to the beach, with very easy access to Highway 1, Monterey aquarium and cannery row, supermarkets and all that the peninsula has to offer.
Enormous brand new smart televisions in living room and master, additional new TVs in second bedroom and kitchen, movie channels include HBO and Showtime, Full cable etc. Our TV system is Roku.
Prepare to be pampered, we have Brand new spring air luxury beds, Tencel sheets and Egyptian cotton towels, luxurious bamboo cozy earth sheets, fluffy down pillows & Fretté robes, as well as every kitchen appliance and accessory you could ask for. Vitamix, Breville, Nespresso, Keurig, 2 sets of All Clad pots and pans…Perfect for cooking at home!
The cottage itself is1205 Square feet, with a private spare toilet in the garage if needed. Sofa is a fold out, with queen size bed and luxury memory foam mattress.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Carmel by the Sea, CA
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(52 Reviews)5.0
The property was beautiful and charming and the town is fun to explore. The host was very helpful and professional, providing great information on dining. We hope to return someday.
5.0
I took my son and his gf for the weekend. It was serene and warm and the gardens were magical
5.0
This is a beautiful Carmel cottage. You might as well be in the South of France. Loved every minute. Felt spoiled.
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay at this cottage. Everything was clean and comfortable. In my opinion the highlights were the fireplace and the garden. The kitchen was also great, wish we had stayed longer so we could’ve cooked in it. Would definitely stay again if we ever return to Carmel by the sea, which we hope to do one day!
5.0
My favorite VRBO. Spotless, warm and cozy. Hillary has supplied everything including spices, aluminum foil and robes no less! The cottage and the gardens are something out of a Hans Christian fairy tale. Hillary is incredibly responsive and clearly takes great care of the cottage with love. Pure perfection.
5.0
Loved all the spaces inside and out. Extensive gardens and quaint home. Plenty of room to relax and a minute away from everything in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
5.0
Our stay was perfect. The garden was a.joy to explore, the home provides everything anyone could want. The beds are great. Thank you!
5.0
This property is a gem! It is very clean, comfortable and beautiful. It truly felt like a home away from home. The passes to the Monterey Aquarium is an added bonus. We loved our stay and hope to return soon.
5.0
We loved our stay at the Carmel cottage. It felt like we were in Europe. The gardens are exquisite and had everything that we could need. It was clean, organized, and very comfortable. We rented E bikes, and it was the perfect location to the town. We had a wonderful stay and we would definitely, again and recommend it highly. Hilary was a perfect host!
5.0
The home sits on a very large corner lot in the quiet neighborhood north of Ocean Ave. At first glance, you might think the property would hear noise from nearby highway 1. However, the well manicured and landscaped yard seems absorb the sound in a way that leaves you feeling quiet and solitude in the best ways. The house was ideal for our anniversary weekend as it gave easy access to all Carmel has to offer with extremely comfortable accommodations. The house is clean and well appointed, the gardens are even more impressive in person and the home’s furnishings are very comfortable. In short, we look forward to coming back!
5.0
We have been coming to Carmel for over 40 years and mostly staying at The Cypress Inn or The Lodge at Pebble Beach. We wanted to try a cottage this time and we are so happy we found this gem. The home is charming, gardens are spectacular for relaxing, reading and just enjoying. The kitchen was fully stocked with anything you might need. Beds were comfy. TV's in every room with Netflix. Restaurants, beach and shops are close by. The owner was very helpful and responsive, when needed. We already have a return trip planned.
5.0
I absolutely loved my stay at this beautiful cottage. The house and gardens are more than I could have hoped for. The home is very comfortable and beautifully decorated. There is so much natural light. We enjoyed many spots to read and look out in the garden. So cozy! Our host thought of everything to make our stay comfortable and just perfect for us. Her recommendations for food, clothing, and activities were wonderful and taken by us. Any questions we had were answered immediately. Our favorite meal in Carmel was a grocery recommendation that we just brought back to the cottage so we could enjoy it surrounded by all the flowers in the garden. The location is wonderful too. We enjoyed walks in the neighborhood and an easy walk into town. I can't say enough wonderful things about this cottage and host. It was such a perfect and loved stay. I am so eager to return!
5.0
This is the second time I have stayed at the cottage. It is a magical place. It is extremely well taken care of, well appointed with everything you could imagine needing, a perfect location, peaceful and charming. Hillary is unparalleled in her hosting ability. She is proactive in her communication and in assuring you have an amazing trip. I hope to be back again soon!
5.0
This was a rare opportunity to have a relaxing stay in Carmel for a few days. This home is especially lovely and comfortable. The host has thought of everything we could have wanted. The outside grounds are stunning with plenty of areas to sit and enjoy nature. We just got lucky that it was available. I can't imagine it not being booked pretty far out. It is very close to the shops and restaurants in Carmel and the beach, but is situated in a quiet neighborhood, away from noise and traffic. We loved it and the host is wonderful!
5.0
This beautiful property was our home for 3 days of combined spring break and 20 Year Anniversary celebrations. The property offered something for every family member. My wife loved the gardens, the kids enjoyed their own bedroom and the table tennis. The kitchen was equipped with more than the bare essentials and we found it easy to prepare a family dinner. Of course the great restaurants down the street in Carmel will have you leaving the house some of the time. We can’t wait to return.
5.0
..and I give that compliment having just completed 6 mos of back-to-back quality vacation rentals waiting for a California home renovation to finish. This property is exceptional but beyond what the photos illustrate, the refreshing thing is that the owner has terrific taste (the cottage/property are elegantly casual and clean!), the quality of everything in the house is superior (including bed linens and cookware) and the owner/host was available if needed and graciously accommodating (truly empathic to make sure we had a great stay: providing her personal mobile phone number, checking in with us to see if we need anything remotely from her permanent home also in the community yet respecting our privacy while we were staying there). Our stay was over Christmas and without asking, Hillary had the home and property elegantly decorated including having a Christmas tree. The entire experience there was so good that our family did not miss having the holiday at our own home- and the specialness of this Carmel place made it fun, highly recommend,
5.0
Beautiful house and gardens! Hillary was an exceptional host.
5.0
The house and grounds are absolutely beautiful. Any trip to Carmel is great but this elevated the experience above and beyond. It’s like staying in a fairytale. So much love, care and talent went into the creation of this unique home. Had some pretty awful travel experiences on the way home but would do it again just for this.
5.0
This inviting cottage is extraordinary, both inside & out! The owners provide hospitality-plus, with great attention to detail and special extras. Comfy furnishings, thoughtful decor, “heavenly” beds, a well-equipped kitchen and fabulous outdoor garden/yard added up to a comfortable, pleasant, enhanced stay… we could not have enjoyed it more!! Communication was smooth and timely in all respects. The host was available to answer questions and offered helpful tips on local restaurants, shops and activities. It was hard to leave; we hope to return for a future visit.
5.0
Hillary’s cottage was an absolute dream. The gardens are magnificent, she was incredibly hospitable, and there were several nice touches for families with young kids. Can’t wait to return. Thank you!
5.0
Hillary’s cottage was an absolute dream. The gardens are magnificent, she was incredibly hospitable, and there were several nice touches for families with young kids. Can’t wait to return. Thank you!
5.0
Sublime
Hillary’s cottage was an absolute dream. The gardens are magnificent, she was incredibly hospitable, and there were several nice touches for families with young kids. Can’t wait to return. Thank you!
5.0
Amazing!
We loved this house. Gardens 360 degrees around the house. Bunnies and birds hanging out with us. We felt like Snow White would be coming around the corner at any minute. And Hillary is wonderful!!
5.0
Fairytale come true- the most exceptional vacation gem in Carmel-by-the-Sea
My husband and I celebrated a quiet milestone birthday at this beautiful cottage and we cannot emphasize enough what an exceptional property this is in Carmel-by-the-Sea. We looked at each other and said, "This is the hands down the best vacation rental we have ever stayed at..." for the charm, details, gardens, host communication, location, EVERYTHING!
We found ourselves not wanting to leave to play cards in one of the many cozy garden vignettes, and even cancelled one of our dinner reservations to "eat at home." The hostess makes the property perfect- I have never received such thorough and prompt communication from anyone else...so refreshing!
We checked out and already started to plan our return. We love this fairytale cottage.
5.0
We loved everything about this house. The yard is like a botanical garden, the beds are so comfortable and the kitchen has everything you need for cooking and entertaining! We will be back!
5.0
Amazing cottage close to town
We loved everything about this house. The yard is like a botanical garden, the beds are so comfortable and the kitchen has everything you need for cooking and entertaining! We will be back!
5.0
Beautiful Gardens!
A charming cottage home surrounded on every side by beautiful gardens with multiple seating areas. A gas fireplace in the main living area make a perfect ending to every day.
5.0
Wonderful, charming, cottage that is beyond superlatives. The cottage is in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance of the town's restaurants and shops. Hillary is an excellent hostess with lots of great recommendations. Wanted to stay longer and looking forward to a return visit.
5.0
Exceptionally charming cottage
Wonderful, charming, cottage that is beyond superlatives. The cottage is in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance of the town's restaurants and shops. Hillary is an excellent hostess with lots of great recommendations. Wanted to stay longer and looking forward to a return visit.
5.0
Charming Cottage!
This was our first visit to Carmel and Hillary was so helpful with places to dine or visit, all the special gems! She also so graciously arranged for a late night dinner for us as we arrived so late! She was truly our fairy godmother!! This home is beautiful and cozy, the grounds are breathtaking . The house was very well stocked and we especially enjoyed cooking in the lovely kitchen. Even a bit of rain the first couple of days only added to the romantic feel of this cottage! We can’t wait to come back, thank you Hillary!!
5.0
This was a 5 star experience all around! An incredibly thoughtful host, whose local tips were priceless. The house is as beautiful as it is comfortable. We absolutely loved our stay!
5.0
Perfection
This was a 5 star experience all around! An incredibly thoughtful host, whose local tips were priceless. The house is as beautiful as it is comfortable. We absolutely loved our stay!
5.0
The cottage is a dream. It is perfectly decorated, the beds are super cozy and the outdoor spaces are beautiful. The kitchen is well stocked with everything one would need to create culinary perfection. Hillary is the perfect host. I felt so welcome and she made sure our family had everything we needed. The location is quiet and close to everything. We will be back. We had a magical weekend and cannot wait to return.
5.0
5 stars plus, plus.
The cottage is a dream. It is perfectly decorated, the beds are super cozy and the outdoor spaces are beautiful. The kitchen is well stocked with everything one would need to create culinary perfection. Hillary is the perfect host. I felt so welcome and she made sure our family had everything we needed. The location is quiet and close to everything. We will be back. We had a magical weekend and cannot wait to return.
5.0
Great stay!
Very comfortable and great location.
5.0
This is truly an incredible place, right out of a story book. Hillary was extremely accommodating and a wonderful host. We will be back soon!
5.0
Amazing
This is truly an incredible place, right out of a story book. Hillary was extremely accommodating and a wonderful host. We will be back soon!
5.0
Beautiful property and Gardens
Wonderful and the Host Hillary was so helpful in every way!
5.0
Magical Gardens
Hillary was a wonderful host and made my stay extra special!
Hillary pays attention to every detail and wants her guest to have a wonderful time.
The gardens are absolutely beautiful on her property !
5.0
This was a special mother/daughter getaway to celebrate a thirtieth birthday. The house surpassed all our expectations; and, Hillary could not have been easier to work with. Neither my daughter nor I wanted to leave. We both highly recommend.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Carmel by the Sea?
The average price for a rental in Carmel by the Sea is $569 per night. This rental is $1,092 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at EXQUISITE Carmel fairytale Cottage, Huge Private gardens!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is EXQUISITE Carmel fairytale Cottage, Huge Private gardens! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at EXQUISITE Carmel fairytale Cottage, Huge Private gardens!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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