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PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome

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Views from upstairs Grand Living Room
Grand living room with custom tablescape for wedding anniversary.
Family room balcony with electric BBQ
📷 Nancy Fuentes
Jacuzzi balcony
📷 Nancy Fuentes
Property is a mere 5 minute drive from downtown Carmel & also Carmel Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
  • Carmel Plaza
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Carmel Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Carmel Mission Basilica
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

"Garden" Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

"Sunrise" Bedroom with Small Independent Balcony

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

Primary Suite with Private Jacuzzi Balcony

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo

Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Primary Bathroom

+1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome

Spacious, light-filled Carmel home with huge hot tub & panoramic VIEWS of ocean + forest.
• Indoor-outdoor living at it's finest: 3 balconies with epic 🌅, plus patio & BBQ.
• Excellent privacy. ENTIRE PROPERTY on 1/3rd acre lot is all yours.
• FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN, with espresso machine & every spice from Anise to Za'atar. 🥘

--- ROOMS ---
Primary bedroom (on main floor - no stairs needed): CAL KING bed; fireplace; two-person shower and a Japanese soaking tub; private balcony with jumbo jacuzzi & stunning ocean views.

"The Sunrise" bedroom: Queen bed, private balcony with forest views and backyard access, plus optional desk with monitor and ergonomic chair.

"The Garden" bedroom: Queen bed, optional work-from-home station or baby crib.

Family Room (ROOM INTERIOR):
• French Doors opening to balcony with sweeping views of Carmel hills and the beach.
• Inside is 60" Smart TV with Chromecast, Netflix, Disney+, and YouTube TV subscription.

Family Room (BALCONY):
• Al fresco dining with comfortable seating for 6 people.
• Electric BBQ, all grilling utensils provided.
• Lounge area on corner sectional sofa.

Grand Living Room:
• Wood-burning fireplace
• Breathtaking views of ocean, forest, and hills.
• Expandable Chippendale dining table can easily seat 14 people. 🍽️
• Optional Murphy bed in semi-private space (as the room is on its own floor).
• Additional Pottery Barn Comfort pull-out sofa bed with plush Queen-size Tempur-Pedic mattress.

Kitchen (main floor): Stainless steel appliances, marble countertops, touch-screen Breville Barista Deluxe espresso machine, gas stove, oven, microwave, double-door refrigerator with ice maker, freezer.

— FAQ —
Q: What is the coffee situation?
A: We have a very high-end espresso machine (with superb milk frothing), a conical burr coffee bean grinder, a French Press, as well as standard coffee maker and a tea kettle. We promise satisfaction for your caffeine fixation! ☕
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Q: What's the pet policy? 🐕
A: We allow up to 2 adult dogs of any breed or size. (No puppies!) We do have a standard Pet Fee of $200. Additional dogs may be considered on a case-by-case basis. And your dogs will 💛 our expansive backyard, with easy direct access from both bedroom balconies!
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Q: Can I bring the kiddos?
A: Children ages 2-12 are generally not allowed due to the fine art in the house and other breakable artifacts. However, we DO welcome babies and teenagers. For babies — we also provide a very nice crib, and a baby gate by the stairs.
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Q: Can you hear noise from Highway 1?
A: No, most days highway noise cannot be heard. There are some very rare exceptions, but day-to-day traffic is generally not audible inside the house.
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Q: Is Highway 1 within view of the house?
A: No, thankfully it is not within view. All you will see is the lovely Carmel forest, the ocean, the Carmel Valley hills, and Point Lobos in the distance. 🌲⛰️🌊
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- Our driveway can accommodate 4 medium-sized cars. We request that you fit *all* cars in our driveway, out of respect to our neighbors.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Babies & teenagers allowed. No school-age kids.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
TINY events. Permission pending host approval.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
NO PUPPIES. Dogs must be 2+ years old.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO OPEN FLAME ON BACK BALCONIES or in backyard. This means no smoking and no candles, due to extreme California wildfire risk.
NO GLASS IN (or around) JACUZZI. Classy non-breakable acrylic stemware will be provided complementary. 🫶🏻
While we do allow babies and teenagers, we generally do not allow children due to the fine art and other easily breakable objects in the house.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: TINY events. Permission pending host approval.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 002043

About the area

Carmel

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Northeast Carmel, a neighbourhood in Carmel. Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carmel Beach and Monterey Bay. Travelling with kids? Make time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sunset Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Carmel Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 14 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Edwins Kaona - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jeju Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome located?

This family-friendly Carmel holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of 17-Mile Drive and Carmel Beach. Carmel Plaza and Forest Theater Guild are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Marielle & Jamie

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Hello! Your friendly hostess is also the owner of this lovely property.

I was born and raised in Carmel and am happy to provide local tips on everything from the best parking spots in downtown Carmel, to where the *real* Costco gas station is, to a locals' semi-secret beach not charted on Google Maps.

Providing you with one of the most delightful VRBO experiences is my goal and passion. I am always just a quick message or phone call away if you need anything at all. I love getting feedback from guests and learning how to make the home even better with each stay!

Why they chose this property

What I've noticed is:
- At first, guests may be booking the property for the jumbo jacuzzi.
- Then, what guests really fall in love with are the expansive views on the back balconies, the total privacy, and home's sweet "airy" charm.
- Guests also love the FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN and the espresso machine.
- The most frequent comment we get is "We didn't want to leave!"

What makes this property unique

Guests return again and again because, in their own words, they simply "feel at home." Sometimes it's also just nice to rent from the owners directly. There's a sweet personal touch that our family likes to provide, and I think really makes a difference creating that warm welcome-to-your-Carmel-home feeling.

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