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Cozy Yellow "Beach Tract" Cottage One street from Monterey Bay Trail

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Front house 2
Linving room
Living room
Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 5129.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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Pacific Grove, CA
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oceanview Boulevard
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lovers Point
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Cozy Yellow "Beach Tract" Cottage One street from Monterey Bay Trail

Minimum lease term is 30 nights as required by the city. No 12% occupancy tax.

The house is just ONE SHORT SREET away from the Monterey Peninsula Trail, which runs from Asilomar Beach to Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Shops and restaurants in downtown Pacific Grove are merely a mile distant. Carmel and Monterey can be reached in 10 minutes by car. Outdoor lovers can enjoy a morning run or walk along the bay and sunset on the beach. Municipal golf course club house is 1/2 mile away.

Nestled in a peaceful upscale area, this tastefully renovated cottage of three bedrooms and two and a half baths comfortably accommodates up to six guests, making it an ideal choice for reconnecting families and friends.

This cozy, cheerful yellow house trimmed in white has a classic feel with a curving stone path that leads to the side yard and the tiled entry that opens to the comfortable living room. The interior has the original hardwood floors and vaulted ceilings throughout. Family and friends can gather for visiting in the comfortable living room with its red-brick fireplace and cushy sofas. The dining room seats six has access through the French door to the outside deck.

Cooking will be a pleasure in the bright, fully equipped kitchen with its functional layout, with Corian counter, white cabinets and appliances including gas range, dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator. Sip your morning coffee at a round oak table for four in a cozy breakfast nook.

The master bedroom has a queen bed with an excellent mattress and memory foam topper. The renovated master bathroom is tiled throughout and has a tub/shower. The second bedroom has a king-size bed with an excellent mattress and Memory Foam topper as well. The third bedroom is set up with a king-size bed and a small desk. A second hall bathroom has Corian counters and a tub/shower lined with white tiles. To make your stay more comfortable, we provide bathrobes, and oversized towels and beach chairs.

A completely enclosed back and side yard for privacy with 2 a deck and 2 sitting areas. A washer and dryer are located in the oversized one-car garage with a half bath just off the kitchen. The house is completely level and there are no steps inside of the house. For more information, please go to 1032balboa dot com.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Tuesday trash collection day. Take out bin to curb Monday night.
Write the owner a note on any broken items
Return one house key to the front lock box
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Remove shoes inside the house, especially soiled and wet shoes.
Rinse dishes before putting them in the dishwasher. No loud noises after 10 pm.
Do not drop heavy things onto the bathtub surface. Wipe off excess water in the tub with a towel after each use.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Yellow "Beach Tract" Cottage One street from Monterey Bay Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Yellow "Beach Tract" Cottage One street from Monterey Bay Trail?

As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Yellow "Beach Tract" Cottage One street from Monterey Bay Trail on 8 June 2026 start from NZ$355, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cozy Yellow "Beach Tract" Cottage One street from Monterey Bay Trail?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Yellow "Beach Tract" Cottage One street from Monterey Bay Trail?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Yellow "Beach Tract" Cottage One street from Monterey Bay Trail?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Yellow "Beach Tract" Cottage One street from Monterey Bay Trail located?

Located in Beach Tract, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of 17-Mile Drive, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row. Monterey Bay is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 185 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Earl and Brigitte's home was the perfect choice for us, with it's close proximity to the water and to downtown PG. The house has a very comfortable layout and is fully supplied with everything one needs for an extended stay. Earl and Brigitte were very easy to communicate with and pleasant to deal with.
Stayed 104 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Todd W.

great location and house

House in great shape, well appointed, very comfortable. We would definitely stay in the house again. Wish there was more flexibility on the check out time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
We would like to thank you for the very kind review, and we are glad to hear you enjoyed your visit. Unfortunately, because another guest was checking in the same day you checked out, we did not have the flexibility to alter the check out time. Our housekeepers make up their schedule at the beginning of the month, and have other commitments in addition to our house. Because they take three and one half hours to completely clean and stage our house, we need the "cushion" before the next guest arrives. If we can accommodate our guests with an early check in or a late check out, we always do so.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

Centrally located in a very quiet neighborhood. Short walk to the ocean.

This was our second visit to this home and we enjoyed it as much as we did the first time. Brigette and Earl the owners were wonderful to work with. We had everything we needed at the house and enjoyed having the barbecue. The home was clean and nicely decorated. It could use a little TLC as it is starting to show some wear as a rental. We would certainly recommend this home as a great place to stay and we will return for another girls golfing trip. Thank you Brigitte and Earl.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Hi Debbie, Thank you for your comments and for the review. We are very glad to hear you enjoyed your visit. Usually, as we well into the summer season, the house starts to show a little cosmetic wear because it has been heavily used for several months. With eight to nine turnovers each month some scratched paint is inevitable. When we have a couple of days vacant, we will be at the house with paint brushes in hand, we will have a handyman/contractor do a few minor jobs, and the house will be sparkling like new. Thanks again, Earl
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel E.

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

PAC GROVE 2019

This was the second year in a row we stayed at this property. Once again everything was perfect. I only wanted to note one thing for the owners of the property. The cold water faucet in the second bedroom bath room area is not working correctly. it seems a bit sticky and it may get worse or create a problem in the future. I noticed it the first day we were there and was extra careful with it the remainder of our stay. My wife noted that the toaster in the kitchen only seems to toast one side of the bread so we had to turn the bread over to get both sides toasted. The batteries in the Television remote are old and need replacement and I bought a new light bulb for the front porch. These are just minor notes and not items that disrupted or diminished our stay. We love the house and it is very comfortable and in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to all of the facilities (golf, restaurants, shopping) in Pacific Grove. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Hello Samuel, We would like to thank you for the review and we are delighted to read how much you enjoyed your visit. We appreciate your feed back. We will have our housekeeper change the batteries in the tv remote and check the toaster and cold water faucet. We are replacing all the outside lighting fixtures because they deteriorate in the salt air. That work should be completed today (Sunday). Thank you again for your comments. Earl and Brigitte
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

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

Pacific Grove

The property worked well for our get together with friends to attend a music weekend in Monterey.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

allison d.

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

charming

very charming and peaceful stay, highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth E.

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

Loved our stay in the yellow cottage

Cleanest place we’ve stayed in PG. Owners are great, and the location and amenities cannot be beat. House is exactly as pictured in listing. Nice little garden area in back with table and chairs was great for pre-dinner glass of wine - you can hear the ocean! Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary g.

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

Jubilee Journey celebrated our 50th Anniversary here

Wonderful location and house very close to sunset trips to the ocean
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alisa f.

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

Cozy PG home

This home is very clean and comfortable in a great location, one that we’d love to return to.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carey w.

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

Lovely location

This is a great house just a block or so from the shore. We lo ed walking along the coast and down to lover's point. Very clean, spacious home. Kitchen has plenty of utensils- we cooked a few meals here and the kitchen was great for that. Beware- wood flooring is incredibly creaky and noisy. Makes it hard to sleep if anyone is up and walking around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Delightful getaway

This is a lovely home. My friends and I wanted to schedule a relaxing getaway to celebrate a birthday. This was perfect. The house is beautiful, comfortable and spotless. The neighborhood is so quiet and peaceful. It met all of our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Great getaway

Five of us ladies spent 4 days here. It was the perfect getaway. We walked all over, did some watercolor painting, watched movies, BBQ’d, and just enjoyed our vacation! We all wished we could have stayed a full week. We hope to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Great Value

5 beds, clean home, tastefully updated, great deal. I’d recommend this place to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

A walk to the beach

This was our first stay at 1032 Balboa Ave and the home was exactly what we expected. The location is perfect & the home accommodated our families needs which included large bedrooms and a spacious living area. We love the location because your steps away from the ocean, Point Pinos Lighthouse, Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, great restaurants & coffee on Lighthouse Ave, and roughly 2 miles from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C L.

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

Lovely Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed out stay in Pacific Grove. The home is in a great neighborhood literally a block from the ocean trail. We walked along the ocean to the aquarium and Cannery Row, about 3 miles away, as the weather was gorgeous. The home is quite clean and well cared for. If you are looking for something that has been fully updated and is ultra plush, this is not the place for you. But if you are looking for a warm, inviting, comfortable, well appointed and cared for home that is relaxing and affordable, then you should look no further! We were 110% satisfied with this gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Emergency enjoyed our stay.

Easy and fun
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

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

Great stay

Great location and house, close to the ocean and town. Owner was very communicative and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristina r.

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

Awesome house in an amazing location

We stayed at the yellow house for a week and absolutely loved it. The house looks exactly as pictured and has every detail and essential accounted for. The house is a quick walk to the beach and a very short drive to pretty Pacific Grove and Monterey. Deer frequent the neighborhood which is tranquil and helps you escape completely. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Great location

Loved the neighborhood!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor V.

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

Great place so close to the ocean!

We had a great stay so close to the beach. The house had everything that we needed. It was in a safe neighborhood and was only a quick walk to the ocean, shopping and restaurants. A wonderful house for a girls weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NANCY S.

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

Monterey Marathon

Our little group just loved this place! Plenty of room (considering 4 of our group had illness/family emergency). Close to our starting line and even ran by the street on the course- thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAN S.

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

Perfect Vacation Spot

This is the most perfect house to stay in Pacific Grove! It's has great access to the beaches, close to shopping and plenty of coastal viewing. The Yellow Bungalow is always in wonderful immaculate condition and so great to cozy up in the evenings. Totally warm and comfortable to stay in. We've spent 5 years renting this home for our annual sibling's get-together and are so looking forward to many more!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Z.

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

Wonderful Girls Weekend Away

We really enjoyed this wonderful house with a great location. The house was very clean and had all of the comforts of home. The movie selections was really great also, we didn't need to go out an rent movies. The short distance to the ocean, Cannery Row and Fisherman's Wharf was perfect. Also, the weather that weekend could not be beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Wonderful quiet neighborhood

Home as listed. Nice quiet neighborhood. Great area to walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Great location

The little yellow house was a perfect spot for us. The location to the ocean and to town was great. The house is very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Earl and Brigitte Aiken

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We are a couple of semi-retired financial executives in the Bay Area who enjoy managing our own vacation rental and interacting with our guests. Our goal is to make your stay with family and friends a high point of your year.

Why they chose this property

We found that as soon we get to our cozy and peaceful cottage we start to unwind from the stress of our regular lives.

What makes this property unique

Cozy, peaceful and great location a street away from the Monterey Peninsula Recreation Trail along the beach. Perfect for family and friends to share good time together.

Languages:

English, French
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