We really enjoyed our stay at Marley Cottage. Cozy cottage in the heart of Carmel-By-The-Sea.

We really enjoyed our stay at Marley Cottage. Cozy cottage in the heart of Carmel-By-The-Sea.

Wonderful stay at Marley Cottage !! Beautiful private and location was perfect . Will definitely be back !!

Very user friendly, had everything you need to have a great stay. Close to everything. Really enjoyed the experience!!

Very user friendly, had everything you need to have a great stay. Close to everything. Really enjoyed the experience!!

We enjoyed our stay at the Marley Cottage in Carmel. The house is in the perfect location very close to Ocean Ave so you can walk to shops, restaurants, galleries, and the beach. Very comfortable and it had everything that we needed. We did a lot of sightseeing all the way South to Big Sur and also up North to Monterey. Great weekend escape. We will be back. Thank you!

We recently returned from a wonderful month long stay at Marley Cottage in beautiful Carmel-By-The-Sea. The cottage, set right in downtown Carmel offered so many options for shopping, dining, gallery visits, walks to the beach and drives along the beautiful California coast. There are numerous restaurants, bakeries, coffee houses, wineries, delis, bars, galleries and shops just across the street. We really could not have chosen a better location during a month when the weather was absolutely superb. Sunsets and views were spectacular. Now about the cottage. It's charming in the old Carmel style. The exterior is landscaped to perfection. Every Thursday the landscapers made their way onto the property to cut, trim and clean every inch of the gorgeous gardens. There's a great little patio with a fire pit, fountain, and a hot tub for those nights when relaxation is of utmost importance. 2 bedrooms and 2 baths offer plenty of room for 4 adults. The cottage is completely stocked with everything you need to feel completely at home. Nothing has been left out. There are plenty of pots, pans, utensils, blender, dishes, glasses in the kitchen to cook a gourmet meal. The dining area seats 4 comfortably. The living room has plenty of room for visitors and although we never needed to use it, a wonderful wood burning fireplace for those cool evenings. The cottage offers wifi, a computer, printer, iron. . .there really is nothing left out. The master bedroom is large, roomy and very comfortable. The master bathroom is a bit small but Sharon has mentioned a future remodel. We used the guest bathroom which is perfect. For additional guests, the guest bedroom is really charming. We really miss waking up and taking our walks down to the beach and our favorite coffee house, Carmel Valley Roasting Company. We plan on returning to this adorable cottage next year. Thank you Sharon for providing this perfect little bit of heaven for us to enjoy!!!

Charming cottage in downtown but very private! Loved the beautiful furnishings, and comfy beds. Gardens and patio are gorgeous. Walk steps to great restaurants, shops and beach. Stayed a month and will be back!

I would highly recommend the Marley Cottage to anyone wanting to spend time in Camel-by-the-sea

A better location couldn't be asked for! Level walking to first few blocks of shops/restaurants for older people & easy to find. Close in but extremely private with the prettiest garden sitting area in back. Don't miss out on coffee or wine in the sun or with the fire pit going! Perfection would be the master bath remodeled. As of now, you are better served using the main bath. Would we stay again - you bet!

Marley Cottage is in a fabulous location. A lovely hike to the beach (be warned it is uphill back)and the village is literally out the front door. When I arrived I had a hard time finding the place as it was night time (I suggest you try to drive during the day) and there are no numbers on the houses...how quaint., but Sharon was right there on the phone with my until I got into the front door. The master bed was HUGE and very soft..They also accommodated me with the loveliest down pillows. I used the main bathroom as the master bath (they plan to renovate this shortly) was small and tended to be chilly. The kitchen had old pots (I am a health nut and wont use used non stick pans) but Sharon was agreeable to replacing them immediately....AMAZING!!! So those stainless steel lovely pots and pans are waiting for your use!! I was there during the horrific rains and one day the electricity went out. It was the whole village and Sharon was so on it..ready to have someone there immediately... The heat worked very well and some mornings the heat fan in the bath room was divine. You could not ask for better hosts or a better location ENJOY!!!

The Marley Cottage is clean and well appointed. It had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. The location cannot be beat and I would call it the perfect spot for two couples to spend some quality time together. We'll be returning for sure!

Our stay at the Marley Cottage was above our expectations. It is a true Carmel cottage with a lot of character. Much better than a hotel room as the extra space of a clean, well appointed home made the stay all the more enjoyable. We usually stay in Carmel or Carmel Valley hotels and found this to be more enjoyable. We much prefer the option of eating breakfast in and, at our own pace. Healthier too. There is a nicely stocked kitchen and a cute eating area with a huge bay window overlooking a nice garden (even in winter). This afforded us the option to have meals at the home at our leisure vs. eating out for all three meals (although nice dinners out were part of the experience we wanted while on our quick get-a-way). The home was clean (a huge point for me) and while we didn't use some featured amenities (fire pit, Jacuzzi) due to the weather we could definitely see ourselves making great use of the patio/fire pit area another time. Location, location, location is all true. The Marley Cottage is in a great location right near the downtown shopping and not too far to the ocean (but it is a trek back). All without any tourist noise. We didn't drive our car for 3 lovely days. There is covered, private driveway parking with a picket gate you close behind you. Lastly, the owners are very easy to work with! We will definitely come back!

The cottage is just wonderful. The kitchen is well equipped, the house is warm, and beautifully decorated. Sharon was great to work with and was very responsive. We really enjoyed the location of the cottage, just across the street from the mall in downtown Carmel. We look forward to our next vacation to Carmel and will definitely return to Marley Cottage.

We loved staying at Marley Cottage. It was very convenient to downtown Carmel. The hot tub is wonderful after a day at the beach. The beds are very comfortable. The kitchen is fully stocked. What more could you ask for?

Our three night stay in Marley Cottage (8/24-8/27) was fantastic. This charming cottage is cozy and welcoming, just steps from downtown Carmel. This tastefully furnished and well laid out cottage is complemented by lovely art work and a really gorgeous garden filled with colorful flowers and plants galore as well as fascinating old trees. Nestled in this wonderful oasis, we enjoyed a cup of tea at dusk as we relaxed after a busy day. Aside from the comfort and beauty of the cottage and its surroundings, the kitchen was well stocked and nicely laid out which we appreciated as we usually had our breakfast and dinner at the cottage. The linens and towels provided were high quality complemented by other small details - like having kleenex in all the rooms - that created a comfortable environment. Sharon, the owner, was delightful to work with and always accessible and immediately responsive. Her book on the functioning of the cottage (where to find things, how the TV works, when the trash is picked up and her final checklist for departure) was one of the best and most user friendly I have seen of all the VRBO rentals I have stayed in. We highly recommend a stay at Marley Cottage and hope to return someday. Jinny S (Washington D.C.) Jane S (Chicago, Illinois)

My 2 adult children and I spent a wonderful 4th of July Holiday at Marley Cottage. Immaculate and close to shops and restaurants. We could walk to the Beach and to the shops easily. Loved the nearby Safeway but the owner has a well stocked kitchen as well. The Hot Tube, fire pit, fountain and beautiful garden created the perfect spot to end each day. The living room has an easy to light gas fireplace for cozy inside gathering also. Beds were very comfortable too. My daughter kept telling me how perfect the cottage and the location was for our trip. We would definitely return!

We stayed here for several nights and it was just perfect. The house is even prettier than the pictures make it out to be. Especially the outside areas-so pretty! The house sits away from the street so it is nice and quiet while being so close to everything. We walked everywhere- to the beach, several restaurants and all the shops. There's a little convenience store right around the corner and a big Safeway about 5 minutes down Hwy 1. The owners have really thought of everything. There's a big binder of menus, maps, brochures for things to do. There's a closet with some beach towels and chairs (we had brought our own) and there were several board games and a chess/backgammon set. NICE! The owner was also very responsive to a couple questions we had-we had trouble getting in-totally on US because we are dumb and not her instructions and she hooked us right up! We made s'more and hung out by the fire pit with the fountain going! Perfection. I would love to stay there again!

This home is truly a gem - well situated to walk to all of the shopping and food venues at Carmel by the Sea, but with a lovely private garden area to unwind and truly relax. It really is a lovely oasis and I hope our family of four will be able to make the journey again in the not so distant future.

My husband and I along with another couple spent 6 nights here in early July. This isn't just a rental - it's truly a wonderful and cozy home in a perfect location. Close enough to take walks on the beach every morning, sightseeing during the day and cocktails by the fire pit on the completely private patio in the evening before walking to one of the many fantastic restaurants. A perfect spot in what I believe is the most romantic city I've been to (other than Paris). I look forward to a return visit.

The location of Marley Cottage is absolutely perfect, with shops and restaurants literally across the street, and the beach is only a few blocks away. We were able to walk everywhere in town and left our car parked at the house for most of the trip. We did extensive research on VRBO before selecting Marley Cottage and could not have been any more pleased with the accommodations, location and personal service from the owner. We would come back to this place in heart beat and HIGHLY recommend it to anyone.

After some pretty serious research trying to find the perfect place in Carmel to spend our honeymoon, my wife and I decided on Marley cottage. We are so happy with our decision! From the very beginning, Sharon made us feel right at home. And throughout our six night stay, we never wanted for anything. Perfect location! It's a short walk to everywhere in downtown Carmel. The shops, delicious restaurants, and the stunning beach are all right there. Perhaps our favorite part about Marley cottage was how comfortable it was. The most comfortable bed ever! and the beautiful decor inside and out. Very charming and we loved every minute. Thanks again, Sharon for everything! The gift basket for our honeymoon was such a nice surprise. That was very kind and you helped make our time in Carmel simply magical. Thanks for sharing your home with us and we will certainly be back! Be well and thanks again! Phil and Eva

What a wonderful week-long stay at Marley Cottage! We loved it here-- it's so relaxing and comfortable and the best location! It was the perfect home base for exploring this beautiful area with our two kids-- 10 and 8. We enjoyed outings to Point Lobos, 17-Mile Drive, San Juan Bautista Mission, Big Sur, Biking from Monterey to Pacific Grove, and Garland Ranch Regional Park in Carmel Valley. We capped off each day with some time in the Marley Cottage hot tub and then walked to one of the wonderful restaurants in town before heading down to the beach for frisbee-throwing and the sunset. You couldn't pick a better place to stay in Carmel. We hope to go back someday soon!

Every inch of Marley Cottage is perfect! Besides the very convenient location to town, Marley Cottage is a well loved and cared for home. Sharon and her family have done an amazing job caring for their parents' legacy. When we were there a newly planted garden, copper rain gutters and a freshly painted home greeted us. WOW! Prepare to want to stay. Since that's not possible, just plan to return. It’s perfect!

We stayed in Marley Cottage for 3 days in early October. What a perfect little hideaway, clean, cozy and convenient. All of downtown is literally across the street. Gated parking on the property is a bonus. We would definitely stay here again.

My husband and I and our visiting family from Wales all loved Marley Cottage. Cottage tastefully furnished and exceedingly comfortable for 4 adults, great beds, kitchen and bathrooms well supplied too. We did not make use of the hot tub, but enjoyed watching the variety of birds visiting the feeder and bird bath, the garden is so pretty. Location great to leave the car parked and enjoy what Carmel has to offer. The weather for our stay in November was glorious, the 17 mile drive along the coast magnificent. The best breakfast at Katy's. It was a memorable trip. Thank you for sharing your cottage Sharon. We would all come back for sure.

My family and I stayed at the Marley cottage for nine beautiful days. I can't say enough about the cottage itself. Everything you need is right at your disposal. Location location location-Perfect!! Walking distance to many shops,restaurants, wine tasting and the lovely carmel beach. My husband and I are looking forward to another stay at the Marley cottage. Thank You Sharon :)

My first reaction to the cottage was - "Charming", but it was much more than that. First, the location is right in the heart of Carmel, just one block off Ocean Ave., the main street. The rooms are full sized, not cottage sized, and all the amenities are "home" quality, not commercial. Two car parking (tandem for small cars) is a hugh plus in Carmel. Owners were very pleasant to deal with. We had a very positive first VRBO experience.