Unplug, relax and rejeuvenate in our tiny house featuring off-the-grid living

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A wooden cabin with a deck and hammock.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white stove, a microwave, a sink, and a window with a view of trees.
A cabin with solar panels, surrounded by dense trees and shrubs.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a window with a view of trees, and a wooden cabinet above the window.
A hammock tied between two wooden posts in a natural setting with trees and a wooden structure in the background.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Carmel Valley, CA
  • Place, Bernardus Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hastings Natural History Reservation
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Hastings Reserve
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft

2 Single Beds

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Carmel Valley

Located in Carmel Valley, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Bernardus Winery and Bernardus Winery Tasting Room are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Los Padres National Forest and Carmel Valley Community Park. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Map
Carmel Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Bernardus Winery - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Hastings Natural History Reservation - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Hastings Reserve - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Bernardus Winery Tasting Room - 32 min drive - 30.5 km
  • WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca - 54 min drive - 49.9 km

Getting around

  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Szalay - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Emporio Don Matias - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gerois Winery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Red Pig Roadhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whines, Bites and Howls - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unplug, relax and rejeuvenate in our tiny house featuring off-the-grid living pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Unplug, relax and rejeuvenate in our tiny house featuring off-the-grid living?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unplug, relax and rejeuvenate in our tiny house featuring off-the-grid living?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unplug, relax and rejeuvenate in our tiny house featuring off-the-grid living?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unplug, relax and rejeuvenate in our tiny house featuring off-the-grid living located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Bernardus Winery and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Los Padres National Forest. Bernardus Winery Tasting Room and Carmel Valley Community Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a nice time

We had a nice time
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Getaway

My wife and I loved staying in the tiny house. The star gazing was amazing. We enjoyed a meteor shower, and appreciated the peace and quiet of the remote location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tiny house as named

Neat little cabin in great location with wildlife around. We loved the great horned owl who hooted every evening.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

What a wonderful place to stay. Views were amazing, tiny home was so sweet, location was perfect. Enjoyed day trips exploring Big Sur, Carmel By the Sea, Monterey, Carmel Valley Village and then relaxing evenings by the fire pit stargazing and enjoying the peace and quiet. Host was very responsive and tiny home was just as described.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We saw the milky way every night

What a stunning place to stargaze. Lovely home with everything you need. Great property for a stroll. And composting is possible by leaving any food scraps in a pot on the countertop. I couldn't ask for anything else!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away from it all

This is my third time staying at the Tiny House. Wonderful experience. Clean, comfortable, beautiful views. Got to totally unplug for a week in this beautiful setting. My favorite part was the new Adirondack chairs clustered around a cozy fire pit. You can watch the sunset facing west, then enjoy a fire and the starry sky.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cxcx

This property was exactly what i was looking for but just we hadn't anticipate the rats inside the cabin - such a shame
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Unplug and relax

My husband and I had a great visit to this lovely spot! If you are looking for a relaxing, more off the grid location, this is it! That being said, getting to the Village section of Carmel Valley is about 20-30 mins and has some wonderful artsy stores, plenty of wine tasting spots, and delicious restaurants. You don't even have to get to the coast if you feel like staying more local, plus the views are beautiful. It was quite hot inland at this spot during the day and did not have AC but some ceiling fans. Once the sun goes down and you open up the windows, it's perfect and peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Hi Jennifer - just reading your review now many months later and wanted to point out to other potential guests that we do have an AC window unit that cools the place nicely along with the ceiling fan and standing fans.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique, Cozy, and Simple

Lovely cottage with simple amenities and plenty of hiking, nature, and solitude to relax in. We stayed with family and everyone was comfortable. Everything worked well off grid on solar and gas. The entrance hill road is totally fine for any car unlike some comment about steep grade. Most of the SF streets are much steeper🙄. Plenty of wildlife and outdoor recreation around the property and in the area. This isn’t for groups who want to be next to stores, social life, and places to eat etc. We cooked our meals fine in a tiny kitchen and went to Carmel, Monterey, Big Sur coast as well.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Little House

The house was very cute and very clean and comfortable. The driveway to the house was scary. It was very steep, narrow, curvy with blind spots. Not a driveway my family felt comfortable driving up and down to see the sites of the area. We stayed 2 hours, found other accommodations and left. If we knew about the driveway beforehand with a picture we would not have selected this house and lost our vacation money.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2022
Thank you Lisa for your review and I am sorry you were uncomfortable with the driveway. It is paved (unlike many others in our neighborhood), but it is steep and windy which can't really be avoided in this mountainous area. While the drive is not for everyone, you are the first guest to report any discomfort with the driveway in our nearly five years of being hosts. Glad you were able to find other accommodations better suited to your needs.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded

I love this place! It's in the middle of nowhere. At night you will see the lights of a house faraway on another mountain. You might hear a car on the highway a mile away. Landscape is picturesque. Ideal for someone who wants to read, write, draw, or relax. I hope to return as a yearly internet-detoxing tradition. Tips: 1. arrive during the day. It's easy to miss the driveway in the dark. 2. your gps probably won't work. print directions to everywhere you want to go. 3. arrive with food. the nearest restaurant and market aren't close. 4. the driveway itself is a nice hike. Speaking of which, a previous reviewer complained about the driveway. I don't see what the big deal is. Yeah, it's narrow and windy, but so are the roads you need to take to get here. The long driveway is a gift that adds to the seclusion. Improvements: The host could improve our stay by providing printed directions to nearby spots, such as the market and hot springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!!

Great Location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite, Neat, Simply Amazing!

We live the place! Property is Clean, quite, and the mountain view is amazing! 2 nights and 3 days of peaceful getaway! Communication with the owner is superb! Picnic table with a swing next to it, bbq place, poech for hanging out! Highly recommended! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Off the Grid

Serene. Relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

I love the tiny house. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect rejuvenation!

My husband and I, and Uncle Lou, picked up our son from his first year at UCSC. We were all overworked and needed a respite. We hiked, we slept, we played poker, we cooked and ate out on the lovely patio. The house is cute as ever, well stocked with utensils, cookware, and games. The bed I slept in was divine. The only thing wrong was not enough vacation. Thank you Steinmetzs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place

We had a wonderful time at the tiny house. Location is remote and amazing. Our teenage boys had plenty to do and were very happy even without wifi! The house is nicely equipped and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Little Cabin

it’s not very close to more touristy areas! be prepared to drive. be sure to have what you need going back after a long day of travel. the cabin comfortably houses two people. the loft space because of the low ceiling could only be charming to children. adults would find it to be an inconvenience. the kitchen and living area were spacious and cozy. the outside living space is vast and the landscape is a treat. the sight of it never sours. it was nice to unplug. it was quiet and relaxing. the host was gracious, understanding and available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Remarkable Tiny House

High mountain forest, small creek, absolute serenity and quietude, ideal place to unplug from civilization... blue jays, lavender fields, starry nights, the Tiny House is much more spacious than imaginable. No Wi Fi. No TV. No Cell Phone Reception... Let it all go, relax, dream, play, imagine...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tiny House

House super clean and well-equipped; house tiny but light and airy with vaulted ceiling and many windows in living-dining area. In quiet, forested area but on hillside in bright clearing. Easy communication with owner. Winding, 25-30-minute drive to nearest stores and restaurants (in Carmel Valley Village).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved Tiny House!

Beautiful setting. My teenage daughters *loved * this house. It has everything you need (hammock, badminton, tree swing, porch chairs, games!). The kitchen is small but, again, has what you need. No WiFi (as they make clear) but my T-Mobile picked up AT&T signal just fine. The shower water pressure could be better, but that’s probably why we didn’t run out of hot water. And there are lots of uncovered windows, so we all awoke with the light (again, probably a good thing with two teenage daughters!).
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect and amazing

Loved it. We had an amazing time. Little bit of a drive to Carmel but sooo worth it. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great place

nice house, beautiful surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

This place is remote and very peaceful. Kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Tiny House

Our stay at the tiny house was absolutely wonderful! The house was so comfortable. On the hot days the air conditioning worked really well. The small kitchen was well stocked with cookware. It was just as charming outside as it was indoors. The picnic table, hammock, and adirondack chairs facing the sunset, plus the full night sky of stars with no light pollution, all made for a magical experience. A stag visited us one day. And our dog loved exploring the wide open space. We loved being unplugged & off the grid, remote enough to be totally relaxing. Carmel Valley village is just 30 minutes away and charming. Big Sur is close enough for a day trip. We'll come back for sure, and stay longer this time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
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