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Beach Front Cottages with Stunning Views Abalone Cottage

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A kitchen with a large window overlooking a grassy yard with a view of the sea.
View of Trail from the Cottages. Walk to Carmel River Beach or into Carmel.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table. There is a painting on the wall and a view of the ocean through large windows.
Terrace/patio
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a dining area with a view of the ocean, and a comfortable seating area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Carmel, CA
  • Place, Point Lobos Ranch
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Monastery Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Beach Front Cottages with Stunning Views Abalone Cottage



Professionally Cleaned
Linens Professionally laundered.

Guests will enjoy the rich history of whaling, dairy operations, abalone fishing, and canning which were among many thriving business that A.M. Allan operated on this historic property dating back to 1898. This 2 bedroom, one-level home is perfectly situated to maximize the views of Point Lobos and is just a few steps to Monastery Beach — famous for diving and pounding ocean swells. Take pleasure in the sweeping panoramic ocean views of Point Lobos and a white sand beach as your backyard. Scuba divers come from far and wide to enjoy the kelp forests, otters, seals, whales and other wildlife found in the waters off Monastery Beach. Hardwood floors, fireplace and large glass panels blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living. 3 cottages on property. Two 2 bedroom one 3 bedroom.

No Weddings, Events, or Parties of any kind are allowed.

2 Dogs max for a fee of $195.

Keywords: Beach Front Property, CLOSE TO BEACH, Ocean Views of Point Lobos Monastery Beach.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
$195 pet fee 100 lbs and less allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Owner will charge an additional $250 cleaning fee if the cottage is left in unacceptable condition after check out. We allow dogs under 100 lbs.
No weddings or events of any kind are permitted. Local owner monitors property. 2 cars max.
Hazardous Ocean. Dogs are not allowed on the furniture.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number PLN210353
Property # 396478vb
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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Carmel

Located in Carmel, this cottage is on the beach. Pebble Beach Golf Links and Fisherman's Wharf 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 Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Carmel, CA

What's nearby

  • Point Lobos Ranch - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Monastery Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Point Lobos State Natural Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palo Corona Regional Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Carmel River State Beach - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 20 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Heaven - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mission Ranch Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Front Cottages with Stunning Views Abalone Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Beach Front Cottages with Stunning Views Abalone Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beach Front Cottages with Stunning Views Abalone Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Front Cottages with Stunning Views Abalone Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach Front Cottages with Stunning Views Abalone Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Carmel cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Point Lobos Ranch and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Carmel Beach is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view of the ocean and shoreline were unbeatable. The cottage was well appointed and extremely comfortable. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Genie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The charm, history and location of this cottage are extraordinary.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2026
Thank you so much for staying at The Abalone Cottage, we hope you come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as advertised. Beautiful view and property grounds. Cute cottage with everything you need for a comfortable and pleasant stay! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thought we were in Heaven!!! What an amazing & magical place!!! We love hearing the waves every night!!! We brought groceries & did not leave until our last morning! The views,beach,& hikes were beautiful!!! Spectacular sunsets!!! Very peaceful!!! Thank you Sara for being a great host!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Bev was a wonderful host easy to communicate with and sincerely excited to share her slice of heaven with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful property with the perfect location - would recommend to anyone visiting the area! Owners were very responsive and helpful. Overall, an amazing experience. Hoping to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. The thoughtful layout and accomodations maximized comfort and made the most of the spectacular and unique location. It was a privilege to stay in this carefully preserved part of California history.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks for the detailed directions! I am so glad we arrived during daylight hours otherwise it would be easy to miss.Location? AWESOME. Cottage? Dated, but worth every penny. Stunning views and easy walk to the nearby walking paths and a quick drive to Carmel or Point Lobos.Or bring a bike and it’s an easy bike ride to Carmel or Point Lobos.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Carmel

Great location and accommodations! Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Abalone Cottage was perfect for two people and a small pup. Everything we needed was at the cottage. The view was spectacular, and the entire experience exceeded my expectations. Thank you for sharing this cozy cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2025
Thank You for staying at The Abalone Cottage, please come back soon !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Abolone Cottage exceeded our expectations! Relaxing, clean and a beautiful setting. Everything you need and more with this little slice of heaven.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue J.

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

Amazing property!

The perfect pace to stay in Carmel if you like the sound of waves crashing, beautiful views, a great walking path and beach outside your door, and extremely responsive hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 February 2025
Thank You so much for staying with us, please come back soon ! Sara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

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

A Cottage in Paradise

Although this cottage is very small, the location is outstanding!...Where else can you stay in a private oceanfront property?
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Restful place for elderly mom

We all enjoyed the quiet cottage with spectacular views
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

leo r.

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

the cottage

well appointed and great location. Great visual experience
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Abalone Cottage

Amazing view, great place to observe beautiful sea life, relaxing environment~Pure serenity!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thank You for staying with us, please come back soon. Whisler-Wilson Family
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jay B.

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

Stunning location & property!!

We enjoyed the property during our week's stay - the views are incredible!! Enjoyed the adjacent trail along the shoreline. We like to make our own meals, so just wish the kitchen's range was more user-friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2025
Glad you enjoyed the stay and the views. We agree the oven can be more user friendly and have ordered a new glass stove top and convection oven uni to be installed this montht. We hope you can come back and cook on our new oven soon. Best Regards Sara & Pat (Owner Managers)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Cozy, Comfortable, Convenient, and Quiet

We enjoyed our entire 4 days in this wonderful little cottage. Get back to simple living and take in the superb view of Carmel Bay. Great set-up for our dog, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney A.

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

Breathtaking Views!

Our family had such a wonderful time staying at the Abalone Cottage! The hosts were very communicative and the house was spotless upon arrival. We thoroughly enjoyed the walking trail nearby. Highly suggest this lovely home to anyone who wants a quiet place to stay right on the ocean. We can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger T.

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

Paradise

Lovely setting with striking ocean views and sunsets. History of property is very cool. House was perfect for two people.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Paradise at Abalone Cottage

I have stayed with friends at bothWhaler’s Cottage and Abalone Cottage several times. Each and every time has been a delight. The cottages are sublime and the location is unbelievably gorgeous. The hosts are wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2022
Thank you for taking such great care of our cottages, we always look forward to your visits. Please come back soon ! Sara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ray i.

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

Heavenly.

Outstanding!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

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

A Perfect Stay in California

This was the perfect get away from a Mn arctic blast in January. Sarah was responsive and helpful with every question we had and Mark was gracious in orienting us to the property and cottage upon our arrival. The cottage was small, comfortable and cozy which was perfect for our needs and the view was beautiful. The location was nice with easy access to Point Lobos and other trails. We truly enjoyed our stay at this property and would love to visit again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lupe C.

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

Beautiful View, confortable house and great hosts.

Comfortable and clean house. Comfortable beds and linens, very wl stocked kitchen with nice utensils. Quiet house and restful location. Nice shops nearby, loved the local stores and restraunts. Thank you for the bottle of wine it was nice to enjoy on our first nite at the house, watching the sunset. Will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Beautiful

Perfect Cooler weather than expected
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2024
Thank you for staying with us, and for taking such.good care of our cottage.

About the host

Hosted by Pat & Sara Whisler

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Family owned property since the 1800's.

Why they chose this property

Unique one of a kind beach cottage, no other location like this in Carmel.

What makes this property unique

Incredible views and right on the beach. Lots of marine wildlife to be seen. Walking, tidepooling, outside the front door!

Languages:

English

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