Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage
Cottage in Carmel by the Sea, CA
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this cottage rental
Thank you for stopping by to view our vacation home, La Vita Dolce in Carmel by the Sea. Our charming cottage sits quietly nestled amongst a forest of juniper, pine and oak trees, surrounded by lavish perennial gardens in a charming neighborhood. Upon your arrival you will quickly find yourself settling in and relaxing in our beautiful living room with its vaulted ceilings, beautiful white limestone fireplace, watching your favorite show or movie on our 46” HD Plasma TV & Blue Ray DVD player. Once you're settled, have fun socializing in our gourmet kitchen outfitted with a Viking Grill and everything a chef needs to prepare a fabulous meal for his/her guests. Finally before retiring for the evening enjoy the private fireplace in the master bedroom and the company of a loved one in this amazingly cozy bedroom.
Our charming cottage is a short walk to Ocean Avenue where you will find numerous shops, art galleries and world famous restaurants. As you stroll down Ocean Avenue you will find yourself at the foot of Carmel Beach. Here you will find a beautiful white sand beach, where you can have a picnic or just snuggle up under a cozy blanket and watch the sunset.
Not only is our cottage centrally located we are also just a few short minutes away by car from Carmel Valley, Pebble Beach or 17 Mile Dr., Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row or head south and enjoy the beautiful Big Sur Coast along Hwy 1.
Our charming cottage is a short walk to Ocean Avenue where you will find numerous shops, art galleries and world famous restaurants. As you stroll down Ocean Avenue you will find yourself at the foot of Carmel Beach. Here you will find a beautiful white sand beach, where you can have a picnic or just snuggle up under a cozy blanket and watch the sunset.
Not only is our cottage centrally located we are also just a few short minutes away by car from Carmel Valley, Pebble Beach or 17 Mile Dr., Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row or head south and enjoy the beautiful Big Sur Coast along Hwy 1.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Carmel by the Sea, CA
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Reviews
5.0
We’ve been married 41 years and this is the perfect romantic setting - like an Italian villette. Beautiful amenities, lots of sun exposure plus ample bright task lighting. The home is close to gorgeous walking paths, close to Ocean Avenue shopping and restaurants, Carmel Valley retail plus Monterey. Very quiet and so safe, lovely neighbors too. We were in the home for a month, working side by side, and really lived in it, cooking as well as basking on the front patio on warmest days. John and Karen really care about their guests - evident from the attention to the lovely decor to being responsive to our routine questions.
5.0
Great house and location
This is a lovely and comfortable Carmel cottage. Great light and outdoor seating areas and all the amenities. The hosts are super responsive and we would definitely stay again.
5.0
Carmel house
Very well kept up.
4.0
Lovely Home in Great Location
We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 month stay in this lovely home in the heart of Carmel Village. We would highly recommend the property.
5.0
Excellent location in Carmel
Our home was in a great location in Carmel allowing us to park our car and walk everywhere. My son and I even walked to Pebble Beach everyday for the US Open. John was wonderful to work with throughout the entire process. John’s home has three very nice bedrooms and a great kitchen if you like to eat in. During our stay we had family and friends stay with and everyone felt completely comfortable. We will certainly return as Carmel is our favorite place on earth.
5.0
Gorgeous!
Beautiful home, fully equipped. It is located a five blocks from the center of Carmel, so you can walk to the beach while admiring all the nice neighborhood. It is like a fairy tail.
five stars for sure!
5.0
Loved it
Beautiful place and excellent location.
5.0
QUIET LOCATION IN CARMEL
My wife and I had been renting another vacation residence in Carmel during the month of July for the past several years and this year we wanted to extend our stay through the month of August. The only vacation rental that was available for August and fit our needs for the entire month of August was “La Vita Dolce,” hereinafter referred to as the house. The photos of the house on VRBO reflect an accurate and current view. The house is equipped with every conceivable accessory you would want in a vacation rental. The house is located in a very quiet neighborhood and is a walkable distance to downtown Carmel.
The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet as well as an ensuite master bathroom which has a large walk-in shower, two sinks, and a separate water closet. The master bedroom also has a large TV on the wall. The two other bedrooms have access to a full bathroom with one sink, toilet, and shower/bath combination as well as a half bath. Both of these bathrooms are down the hall from bedrooms two and three. We used the king size bed and the queen bed and they were both very comfortable. The bedroom (3rd. bedroom) with the full-size bed was not used, however, it did have a very nice large closet.
The laundry area has a newer full-size front load washer and dryer conveniently located off the hallway. The family room has a very comfortable couch as well as two oversized leather type chairs to view the nice large TV or just relax by the fireplace. There are two sets of wood french doors off the family room and dining area that lead to a patio that has a gas barbecue for grilling. The kitchen is well equipped for just about any type of cooking event. The appliances include a fully-integrated, Miele Slimline dishwasher, Viking gas stove/oven, GE side by side refrigerator and a Panasonic microwave oven. There is also a nice size pull-out type pantry.
There is a detached garage for your parking convenience, however, it will not accommodate large SUV’s which is what we were driving. You can park in the driveway or also in front of the house. As a bonus, there were passes for two to the Monterey Bay Aquarium. These passes can be used on multiple occasions.
John and Karen, the owners of “La Vita Dolce,” were extremely helpful when a few minor issues came up during our stay. I don’t think there is too much else to add other than we can highly recommend “La Vita Dolce.” We have already booked for a portion of next summer.
5.0
Paradise away from Home!
Was a get away trip to visit my Friend who was staying here and found this cottage house to be a charming beautiful place to stay at. I can say the pictures do not do justice for this home, just can't capture it a photo! Very spacious and beautifully decorated.
Location was perfect from the beach, to the wonderful town and all the places around! I highly recommend this as a get away to anyone.
5.0
Perfect Carmel by the Sea Hideaway!!!!
I stayed at LaVita Dolce for 6 weeks in late 2013. The home is well equipped and in perfect condition. The owner has paid attention to every detail. I have stayed at many VRBO homes during my travels but I will say this this is by far my favorite. Pack your bags and get ready for your Carmel adventures, you have found the perfect place!
5.0
We stayed in John and Kar...
We stayed in John and Karen's property during a home remodel, which took longer than expected to complete. They were very accommodating and responsive to our needs, and we found their house to be very comfortable, nicely appointed, and conveniently located. We highly recommend staying at this property.
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 R 6,448 per night. This rental is R 1,393 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage . Enjoy the water!
Is Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage ?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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