Fair Oaks is a very very special place that needs to be experienced to be believed! I’ll admit we are spoiled and lucky enough to have stayed at the best.. We were not disappointed! There is attention to detail at every turn: top quality furniture, bedding, cooking gear, etc; warm and comfortable robes and the softest throw blankets ever; unique, whimsical decor that surprises you from the day you arrive to the day you leave! Don’t get me started on the private, amazing and gorgeous garden… You will feel like you’re living in a fairytale and you will not want to leave.

The month spent at Fair Oaks was magical and a magical time of year. We enjoyed cold weather, minimal crowds, and the delightful residents of the city. The location was convenient for a walk to town or beach and the enclosed front yard delighted by an 18-month-old granddaughter to no end. The decor is cozy and whimsical with small hidden collections of ceramic owls or metal mice etc. The stairs are originally small and steep. So my only alert would be if you had frail guests this may be a problem for you. Kim and the staff were great. Recommend.

We had a wonderful stay at Fair Oaks. The gates front garden is zen-like and so peaceful. The beds were super comfortable. It was cold at the beach so it was wonderful to come back and light a fire in the fireplace. We didn’t really cook much because the kitchen is kind of small (although well stocked). But who wants to cook on vacation anyhow??!! Definitely highly recommend Fair Oaks!!

Can’t say enough about this Cottage. It was so perfect. The privacy, the comfy beds, cute kitchen with everything you need. The whimsical things you find everywhere you look. Clean and cozy and quiet. Walked every day to the beach and downtown. Enjoyed the private yard and cozy fireplace. Loved it.

Fair Oaks was a perfect multi-generational family Carmel getaway. Thumbs up on all counts! The house is spacious and wonderfully cozy, with delightful quirky details everywhere that make you feel instantly at home -- not like you're camping in someone else's home or, at the opposite end of the spectrum, like you're staying in a hotel, the way some rental houses feel. The house opens beautifully into the charming oak-filled garden (which is entirely hidden from the street), encouraging you to eat your meals outside and laze around reading on sunny days, and sit inside by the fire and watch the rain dripping off the oaks on rainy days. And the detached studio was a perfect bedroom for our teenage son, giving him a little space from the rest of the family. Cooking was also a pleasure at Fair Oaks: the kitchen is extraordinarily well-equipped (even plenty of cookie sheets and pie plates), and we never once found ourselves lacking for anything we needed, or trying to plan our meals around what equipment we had available. It's not a huge kitchen, but it's sizable enough to make cooking Thanksgiving dinner the usual fun for multiple cooks. In fact, the house was notably well-equipped in most ways: plenty of throw blankets for curling up on the couch, plenty of beach towels, plenty of flashlights, plenty of hangers in the closets, etc. It's also a great house if you want to leave the car at home on your vacation. In a very quiet location, but just 7 short, easy blocks walk to both of Carmel's markets (Nielsen's & Bruno's) and to lots of Carmel's terrific restaurants. The quieter (southern) end of wonderful Carmel Beach is also a short, pleasant walk downhill from the house. We definitely hope we'll be back at Fair Oaks the next time we spend time in Carmel!

This is our fourth visit to Fair Oaks over the last two years. We obviously like Fair Oaks very much, otherwise, we wouldn't keep coming back. One of the things that we like best is that the owners have done a great job of retaining the old charm of the home while still offering all of the modern necessities. The home is always neat and clean, well appointed and the gardens beautifully maintained. Fair Oaks is close (walking distance) to Ocean Street and the beach yet the property itself is wonderfully private. The front patio and gardens offer the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a day of taking in all that Carmel has to offer. The guest cottage is perfect for those in a group that would appreciate a little extra privacy. Patty (the owner) and Kim (the manager) are great to work with and very attentive and responsive to any issue that arises. Overall, just a wonderful home away from home. We expect to continue our trips to Carmel and our stays at Fair Oaks.

Fair Oaks is a comfortable, quant, and well appointed home. The property manage, Kim, was outstanding as she inquired if everything was as I wished and if there was anything she could do. She was quick to respond with the few questions I had. She was always pleasant and professional. The house was immaculate. The home is well equipped and it is clear someone put a lot of effort to ensure that every conceivable need is accommodated. All the beds are very comfortable. There is a high quality foldout sofa bed in the guest cottage that is like a regular bed when opened, and not your typical sofa bed. I'm glad the owner went the expense to provide such an upscale sofa. The rooms and guest cottage are a good size and allow guest privacy and well furnished enough for them to be separated from the group for 'alone' time. The three bathrooms are modern and well equipped with soap products, towels and paper products. They are also a nice size. The bathrobes in each bedroom are a nice touch. The great room easily accommodates eight people for watching TV and/or conversation. The home is furnished with attractive antiques that provide very good eating, closet and draw space. The wall decorations are eclectic and charming with each day you notice something new and interesting. The garden is large, beautifully landscaped, and has several areas to sit outside to enjoy it. The large trees and paths make the area enchanting. I am very glad to have stayed here for a month would have stayed another month if I could. Great place.

We had an absolutely wonderful time staying here. The cottage is even more charming than it looks in the pictures, and every detail is attended to--lush bathrobes, wine and treats waiting upon arrival. The garden is beautiful, and a lovely place to sit for a morning coffee. We were three couples with two three year olds in tow and it worked perfectly. (I would note that all of the thoughtful, whimsical decorations are a perfect temptation for little ones, delighting them and keeping us parents on our toes). The guest house was so nicely furnished that it was the most coveted room! Kim did a great job coordinating and making sure we were comfortable. We enjoyed walking to town and the beach (few sidewalks, but also few cars so a kind of country feel) as well as riding bikes along the nearby 17 mile drive. I really can't say enough about how special this place is--we can't wait to go back!