We had a wonderful stay on this property last year and were very happy to return for a week this spring. Again, we had a wonderful time!! The property is lovely, well appointed, and located in a great spot. Hosts Pat and Vaughn are truly special people and they attend to every need with speed and grace. Staying there is like staying in an Italian villa. The main living space has glass walls and a view of the Mission and the ocean. The property sits right next to easy trails that one can take to get to the ocean in 15-20 minutes on foot. And in front of the property there is a lovely garden and fountain. We had such a relaxed time and were able to enjoy the downtown restaurants 10 minutes away by far. A big thanks again to Pat and Vaughn. We look forward to returning!

Over the 30 years we have been renting via VRBO, we have never stayed in such a beautiful, grand and well designed home! Pat and Vaughn pretty much thought of everything from major to the most minor details and amenities to make us feel absolutely welcome and appreciated. My whole family stayed comfortably and were overwhelmed by the beauty of the house and terrace view from morning to night. The only negative part was having to leave.. We WILL be back and likely with some close friends. Hard not to want to come back to this home. Thank you! Chafic, Sheila, Drew, Bryson, Amina and Tyler

Accommodations, views, host couple, even weather were all so VERY nice! :))

Our stay was absolutely wonderful! The property, home and hosts were as billed and much, much more. Modern Italian villa with every amenity and a stunning view from a living area with a folding glass wall that allows a gentle sea breeze to roll in. A one minute walk from trails and a historic mansion, and six-minute drive to downtown Carmel's terrific restaurants. Plenty of space, extremely well maintained. And our hosts are very special people, who were fun to speak with and who were clearly committed to making our stay perfect. Very highly recommended--we will be back!

A group of women convened at Villa Marie for a surprise 50th birthday celebration. What a wonderful venue for such an occasion. We cooked, hiked, shopped, and simply spent time visiting and enjoying the awesome vistas. Pat and Vaughn are delightful--the perfect hosts. Would love to make this an annual outing!

Place was beautiful. Hosts friendly and there as needed.

I have stayed at plenty of VRBO homes and condo's and this has to be the nicest home we have ever stayed in! Vaughn and Pat are great hosts and the nicest of people. They have thought of every amenity, from coffee, to everything else you might need. They wanted to model the experience to staying in a five star hotel, and they have succeeded at offering that. The views from the balcony are breathtaking, whether you want to have your morning coffee out there, or watch the sunset with a glass of wine. This living room opens up to the deck with accordian windows and starting a roaring fire in the family room fireplace really makes the downstairs feel cozy. If you want to prepare your own meals, they have everything you need, or if you want to go out to eat, you are five minutes from restaurants in Carmel. The elevator is also very handy getting your luggage or groceries up to the top floor. The outside deck has BOTH a firepit, and a propane heater so whether it's summer and it's foggy, or winter and it can be in the 50's, you'll be plenty warm and enjoying the view. I highly recommend that anyone who wants a once in a lifetime experience in Carmel, rent this home, you won't be sorry. Dave Thomas

Beautiful Villa that exceeded expectations for our family of 5 (teen, 50s and 70s/80s crew). The views of ocean/Point Lobos/Carmel River State Beach, the Carmel Mission Basilica, and the Carmel Valley hillside to the southeast from the Villa balcony were stunning, as were the sunsets. We definitely used the provided high end binoculars to take in the views! Outdoor gas fireplace allowed us to enjoy the sunset and remain on the balcony for an additional 1-2 hours to visit. Kitchen, dining area, and coffee bar (keurig) very well equipped. Only ate out once, and welcome package of food/drink amenities a lovely touch. Our family remained on the top floor to visit, play board games, enjoy fire and watch movies (cable/xfinity) together. Bedrooms situated far enough from top floor/main living area for individuals to get away and have privacy if needed. Elevator a real bonus and made grocery transport from door to refrigerator very easy. Outdoor shower a big hit for Grandpa. Local (and well attended to) hiking trails connected us to downtown (20 min walk) as well as the Carmel Mission and Carmel River State Beach. Communication with Pat and Vaughn was superb. Couldn't ask for more. Made for a memorable family extended weekend/holiday together, and plan to come back. Thank you Pat and Vaughn for helping to create such a special memory for my parents and family! Katie Bell

We had an excellent experience staying at Pat and Vaughn’s amazingly beautiful Villa. They are wonderful hosts who have thought of every detail to make your stay comfortable and worry-free. Snacks, as well as beer and wine, are provided to unwind from your travels. There is an elevator which was most welcomed by one of our family members who uses a walker for mobility. The home is located adjacent to Mission Trails Park. A short hike will take you to the Carmel Mission Basilica Museum. There is also the historical ivy-covered Flanders Mansion within the park. The amazing vista from the deck is unsurpassed. One can view the mission and the Carmel Bay beyond. Enjoy the sunset and listen to the hooting owls in the evening while enjoying the evening sky with a glass of wine. Thank you, Pat and Vaughn, for sharing your fantastic Villa.

Our stay at Villa Mare could not have been any more wonderful than it was! The home is spacious and beautifully decorated. Everything we could possibly have needed was provided with bonuses such as a luxurious outdoor shower and the most fantastic view in Carmel. We were in heaven! Vaugh and Pat have created a truly special home. We will be eternally grateful to them for sharing their place with us as it was the very best family vacation we have ever experienced!

We stayed at Pat and Vaughn's lovely home July 5 - 10, 2021. The house is gorgeous, even more so than in the photographs, and its architecture incredibly impressive. We had booked a ton of activities, so didn't get much time to speak with Pat and Vaughn except in passing — unfortunate given that they were so welcoming and friendly, but which does speak to their unobtrusiveness to guests. We can't recommend Villa Maré highly enough. Thanks to our gracious hosts for a wonderful place to call home for a week.

Wonderful house in a tremendous location. Although accurate the pictures don’t truly show how nice this house is. The house is spacious, and very well thought out with rooms that flow from one area to the next. The fact that you could walk to downtown Carmel on the nearby trail made the house even better.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the stunning villa. The villa is gorgeous with stunning views, real artwork and tasteful decor throughout. Walking distance to a redwood grove via mission trails (bring your hammock). The hosts are lovely people who thoughtfully stocked the fridge with beer, wine, waters, cheese, crackers, juices, half and half...basically everything we needed to enjoy our first evening/morning in the villa. The views from the balconies are stunning and practical with an outdoor heater, fire table and seating for all. In the evening the view of the stars is amazing. The outdoor shower was invigorating and unique. You won't regret your vacation here. We also recommend renting e-bikes at Mad Dogs and Englishmen to ride the 17 mile drive. We will definitely try to book again, the next time we visit Carmel. Thank you Pat and Vaughn for a lovely stay!

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Wow, what a spectacular home! The location was perfect, just a short distance to downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. Vaughn and Pat were very helpful with recommendations for activities and restaurants. The furnishings and amenities were top notch. Hope to visit again soon.

I stayed with three friends for three nights for a golf weekend. The house was more beautiful than the pictures show. This is an amazing place with terrific home owners. I would highly recommend it and plan on staying again in the future.

We had a great time in your beautiful home. A very restful location with room to roam. What an amazing view from the great room. You never want to leave. We enjoyed seeing/hearing the wild life next door including an owl, bobcat (twice), deer, birds. It is a great set up for entertaining which we enjoyed a few meals with family and friends. Thank you!!

Villa Mare was the perfect home base for a short birthday getaway. Pat and Vaughn were very thoughtful and attentive hosts, and their home is beautiful, well located, and well appointed. We loved that the main living space (kitchen, dining room, living room, deck) is on the top floor with a great view of the ocean. We were so happy up there, we didn’t feel the need to go out for any meals. The location is also terrific - secluded but close to town, and right near some great trails. We definitely hope to be back soon (and hopefully post-covid, when we can invite Pat and Vaughn for a meal!).

Excellent communication with hosts from beginning to end. Delightful home in a gorgeous setting. Looking out over the Mission to the Bay. The elevator is such a remarkable plus for us as we have 1 family member using a wheelchair. But she was able to get to every floor!! Pat and Vaughn are extremely hospitable hosts leaving delicious snacks and drinks/coffee. They have invested a lot of love into this beautiful home and we all felt it. We’re definitely hoping to return one day!

Excellent communication with hosts from beginning to end. Delightful home in a gorgeous setting. Looking out over the Mission to the Bay. The elevator is such a remarkable plus for us as we have 1 family member using a wheelchair. But she was able to get to every floor!!Pat and Vaughn are extremely hospitable hosts leaving delicious snacks and drinks/coffee. They have invested a lot of love into this beautiful home and we all felt it. We’re definitely hoping to return one day!

Pat and Vaughn were gracious hosts and welcomed us with treats and a lovely note. The house was beautiful and spotlessly clean. We loved sitting on the outdoor balcony and watching the sun set over Carmel Bay. We had a great time!

Villa Marie was just what we were looking for. We did not want to stay in a hotel during these crazy times but we also wanted to attend the golf tournament. The home was beautiful and very spacious for the four of us. All the amenities, nice trail walk to town, fabulous owners who couldn't have been more gracious and helpful. Thank you Vaugh and Pat! Hopefully we see you next year, we may never go back to the hotel. Dave and Jan

Villa Marie was just what we were looking for. We did not want to stay in a hotel during these crazy times but we also wanted to attend the golf tournament. The home was beautiful and very spacious for the four of us. All the amenities, nice trail walk to town, fabulous owners who couldn't have been more gracious and helpful. Thank you Vaugh and Pat! Hopefully we see you next year, we may never go back to the hotel. Dave and Jan

property was great and very clean

In some ways, I’d rather keep this place a secret, but it such a great house I guess I have to share. Vaughn & Pat were excellent hosts and live on the property. They gave us privacy, but were there if we needed anything and were very accommodating. The house is gorgeous inside and out! The rental is on the second and third floors of the house with balconies off the great room and the two larger bedrooms. They all have amazing views of the Carmel bay and mission. There are three bedrooms and two large bathrooms. The master bedroom and bathroom are upstairs, on the same floor with the great room, with large kitchen, dining area, living area and office. The master is huge, with fireplace, huge closet, king bed, and an amazing bathroom that wraps around. The balcony area off the master is called the spa deck and has an awesome outdoor shower, which I used every day. The other two bedrooms are downstairs on the second floor and on the same floor is the game room area. There is a day bed in the hallway if you need extra beds for your group, the larger of the two bedrooms has a balcony with two chairs and lots of closet space. There is a shared bathroom between the other bedroom with separate shower area, toilet area and sink/counter area, nice for sharing. The third bedroom is the smallest, but has a large dressing room and closet, but is a bit on the darker side. Located right next to the property is the Flanders trail, which we used to walk to the mission, to the beach or to the village every day. Also it was cool to see the Flanders Mansion there as well. I would highly recommend this house for two couples or families. I should also mention that there is an elevator and plenty of parking. The house is well stocked with every you need, including lots of coffee, tea, beverages, crackers, cheese, OJ, wine, beer and more. The furniture and artwork were very all very beautiful and comfortable. We were very sad to leave, and we had an amazing time enjoying the house and area. I hope to return another time!

Enchanting

Pat and Vaughn were the kindest hosts and their home is extremely spacious, clean and very well stocked. The kitchen is beautiful and such a joy to cook in, they supplied us with wine beer and sparkling water and many other special treats. In the main living area the large glass wall retracts and the space becomes indoor/outdoor with the most spectacular view of the Mission and the bay beyond. All the rooms are charming and beautifully appointed. Communication with pat and Vaughn was easy and always pleasant. We were not lacking a single thing and wish we didn’t have to leave! We will definitely be back.

From our first communication with Pat and Vaughn our wonderful hosts and owners of the villa we knew our stay would be perfect. The home is beautiful and situated on a hill with gorgeous views of the mission and the bay. It is a 5 minute drive into downtown Carmel or a 25 minute walk into town through the park. Stunningly furnished, yet very comfortable for our whole family of 6 to cook and socialize throughout the weekend. We hated to leave and hope to be back soon!