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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
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Bedroom 1
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Only Inquiries Please! Oceanfront Romantic Big Sur Cottage Stunning Coast Views
Oceanfront Romantic Big Sur Cottage with Stunning Coast Views - The Gallery House
ALERT! NATURAL DISASTER, massive tree crashed into, inside, and on our dwellings on the property. Please contact us with INQUIRIES Only, and we will update you on the progress. Please do Not put in "booking requests" at this time, thanks!.
PLEASE SEND AN INQUIRY FIRST before booking & read entire listing below carefully!
We like to get to know you, so tell us about yourselves and what you are hoping for in your request. We are always selective about having guests, so we screen requests carefully. If the calendar looks booked or empty, our family or friends may be using The Gallery House, so please contact us, we do keep waitlists.
We are a Private QUIET small Guestcottage for 2 ADULTS over 21 ONLY. The owners live on the property nearby. The home is pet & smoke free not suited for parties! We are members of Monterey County Vacation Rental Alliance, and uphold good neighbor policies, and health practices and expect that of our guests. Thank you for your cooperation!
THE GALLERY HOUSE - A Sanctuary by the Sea
Enjoy the beauty of Big Sur in this unique redwood, rock & glass oceanfront cliff-side Guesthouse, that is embraced by tall cypress and Monterey pines, on a gently sloping rolling green lawn to the Pacific’s edge.
This Guesthouse consists of a living/dining room, kitchen, one bedroom and a bathroom with shower & dressing room attached. The bedroom is a perfect couples romantic getaway for 2, with its queen size bed and ocean view, or use the single size sofa bed in the living room and the queen bed in the bedroom for 2 friends.
Spend time with your sweetheart in a special place for just the two of you. Come renew your love in the perfect romantic anniversary spot. Reconnect with an old friend in our natural environment. Or perhaps you just need time alone, away from it all in a place of quiet peace and great beauty.
Relax by the fire, enjoy the chaise lounges on the sun-drenched southwest facing stone patio with fantastic ocean views. We also are just over a mile away from the famed Esalen Institute for hot springs bathing, workshops, and their world renowned massage treatments. Enjoy the many galleries, shops & cafes nearby.
Or perhaps you will want to just unwind in nature enjoying the dolphins dancing off the coast or the seasonal passage of the whales. Sit on the bench at the cliff edge and delight in the sea otters playing below as the hawks and often condors soar high above.
Unplug from the cell phone and the computer and simply relax, renew, reflect and retreat in this stunning location in Big Sur with nearby hiking trails, galleries and fine dining for your enjoyment. A perfect place for a personal retreat, meditating, practicing yoga, reading, creating art, writing poetry or allowing your next book to flow through you.
A FEW DETAILS
On your way here, enjoy the drive on beautiful Highway One with it's scenic turnouts, beaches and state parks along the way. We suggest you stop in the lovely 2 small towns in either direction, that's Carmel or Cambria, to shop for groceries and gas before driving down or up the coast, as Big Sur has only a few places for these, and you will want to stock up before your trip.
Owned by 2 artists & meditators, the energy here is very inspiring for artists, writers, poets, meditators, couples or friends, as mentioned above. Enjoy the owners artworks of photography, paintings, & collages. This land was considered a sacred site by the ancient Esselen Indian tribe, and we ask that you honor the feeling of this land as a wonderful sanctuary retreat, not suited for parties, only quiet ADULTS!
Please note Big Sur & our home does not promise cell phone or internet service, because we live in REMOTE Big Sur we don't always get service, as is true in most of Big Sur. We do not provide laundry service for our guests or mid stay cleanings.
The Gallery House rents for our standard nightly rate plus cleaning fee and Monterey County taxes, also this site adds their service fees to the traveler. Monthly rate is available. For 2 ADULTS only! Please no smoking anywhere on this property or in the cottage and no parties or pets or visitors. TOT Tax & a non-refundable cleaning fee apply. Rates increase for Holidays and Monterey County Events. See more details in the rate section of this listing. We are a NO-Refund cancellation policy and advise trip insurance.
Please message us first, to inquire about your dates before booking, as we prefer to screen and connect with our guests and meet you first with a questionnaire, since we also live on the property. At the time of booking we will call you and ask for your personal registration information and send a confirmation email with details and agreements. Then after payment is received we will give you directions, and confirm your reservation.
Besides our home on this property the owners also have another home & guesthouse in the Carmel/Carmel Valley wine country area if you care to combine your trip with a visit to our Country Cottage, please see our listing at VRBO 888420
We are a very Private QUIET small Guesthouse
The Guesthouse accommodates 2 ADULTS over age 21 ONLY
We are a pet & smoke free home, not suited for parties!
No discounts, events, filming or photo shoots or visitors.
Big Sur's Hwy 1 may have road closures please check before coming.
See Rates, Tax & Non-refundable Cleaning fee & no refund cancellations below
READ ENTIRE LISTING ABOVE CAREFULLY!
Keywords: Big Sur Oceanfront Cottage, Romantic Big Sur Cottage, Big Sur Coastal View Cottage, Big Sur Sanctuary Retreat, Artists Retreat in Big Sur, Romantic Oceanfront Cabin in Big Sur, Charming & Romantic Oceanfront Cottage in Big Sur, Meditation Cottage in Big Sur on Ocean, Cliff-side Cottage in Big Sur
ALERT! NATURAL DISASTER, massive tree crashed into, inside, and on our dwellings on the property. Please contact us with INQUIRIES Only, and we will update you on the progress. Please do Not put in "booking requests" at this time, thanks!.
PLEASE SEND AN INQUIRY FIRST before booking & read entire listing below carefully!
We like to get to know you, so tell us about yourselves and what you are hoping for in your request. We are always selective about having guests, so we screen requests carefully. If the calendar looks booked or empty, our family or friends may be using The Gallery House, so please contact us, we do keep waitlists.
We are a Private QUIET small Guestcottage for 2 ADULTS over 21 ONLY. The owners live on the property nearby. The home is pet & smoke free not suited for parties! We are members of Monterey County Vacation Rental Alliance, and uphold good neighbor policies, and health practices and expect that of our guests. Thank you for your cooperation!
THE GALLERY HOUSE - A Sanctuary by the Sea
Enjoy the beauty of Big Sur in this unique redwood, rock & glass oceanfront cliff-side Guesthouse, that is embraced by tall cypress and Monterey pines, on a gently sloping rolling green lawn to the Pacific’s edge.
This Guesthouse consists of a living/dining room, kitchen, one bedroom and a bathroom with shower & dressing room attached. The bedroom is a perfect couples romantic getaway for 2, with its queen size bed and ocean view, or use the single size sofa bed in the living room and the queen bed in the bedroom for 2 friends.
Spend time with your sweetheart in a special place for just the two of you. Come renew your love in the perfect romantic anniversary spot. Reconnect with an old friend in our natural environment. Or perhaps you just need time alone, away from it all in a place of quiet peace and great beauty.
Relax by the fire, enjoy the chaise lounges on the sun-drenched southwest facing stone patio with fantastic ocean views. We also are just over a mile away from the famed Esalen Institute for hot springs bathing, workshops, and their world renowned massage treatments. Enjoy the many galleries, shops & cafes nearby.
Or perhaps you will want to just unwind in nature enjoying the dolphins dancing off the coast or the seasonal passage of the whales. Sit on the bench at the cliff edge and delight in the sea otters playing below as the hawks and often condors soar high above.
Unplug from the cell phone and the computer and simply relax, renew, reflect and retreat in this stunning location in Big Sur with nearby hiking trails, galleries and fine dining for your enjoyment. A perfect place for a personal retreat, meditating, practicing yoga, reading, creating art, writing poetry or allowing your next book to flow through you.
A FEW DETAILS
On your way here, enjoy the drive on beautiful Highway One with it's scenic turnouts, beaches and state parks along the way. We suggest you stop in the lovely 2 small towns in either direction, that's Carmel or Cambria, to shop for groceries and gas before driving down or up the coast, as Big Sur has only a few places for these, and you will want to stock up before your trip.
Owned by 2 artists & meditators, the energy here is very inspiring for artists, writers, poets, meditators, couples or friends, as mentioned above. Enjoy the owners artworks of photography, paintings, & collages. This land was considered a sacred site by the ancient Esselen Indian tribe, and we ask that you honor the feeling of this land as a wonderful sanctuary retreat, not suited for parties, only quiet ADULTS!
Please note Big Sur & our home does not promise cell phone or internet service, because we live in REMOTE Big Sur we don't always get service, as is true in most of Big Sur. We do not provide laundry service for our guests or mid stay cleanings.
The Gallery House rents for our standard nightly rate plus cleaning fee and Monterey County taxes, also this site adds their service fees to the traveler. Monthly rate is available. For 2 ADULTS only! Please no smoking anywhere on this property or in the cottage and no parties or pets or visitors. TOT Tax & a non-refundable cleaning fee apply. Rates increase for Holidays and Monterey County Events. See more details in the rate section of this listing. We are a NO-Refund cancellation policy and advise trip insurance.
Please message us first, to inquire about your dates before booking, as we prefer to screen and connect with our guests and meet you first with a questionnaire, since we also live on the property. At the time of booking we will call you and ask for your personal registration information and send a confirmation email with details and agreements. Then after payment is received we will give you directions, and confirm your reservation.
Besides our home on this property the owners also have another home & guesthouse in the Carmel/Carmel Valley wine country area if you care to combine your trip with a visit to our Country Cottage, please see our listing at VRBO 888420
We are a very Private QUIET small Guesthouse
The Guesthouse accommodates 2 ADULTS over age 21 ONLY
We are a pet & smoke free home, not suited for parties!
No discounts, events, filming or photo shoots or visitors.
Big Sur's Hwy 1 may have road closures please check before coming.
See Rates, Tax & Non-refundable Cleaning fee & no refund cancellations below
READ ENTIRE LISTING ABOVE CAREFULLY!
Keywords: Big Sur Oceanfront Cottage, Romantic Big Sur Cottage, Big Sur Coastal View Cottage, Big Sur Sanctuary Retreat, Artists Retreat in Big Sur, Romantic Oceanfront Cabin in Big Sur, Charming & Romantic Oceanfront Cottage in Big Sur, Meditation Cottage in Big Sur on Ocean, Cliff-side Cottage in Big Sur
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Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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No events allowed
Pets
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About the area
Big Sur
Located in Big Sur, this cottage is by the ocean. Keyhole Arch at Pfeiffer Beach and New Camaldoli Hermitage are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Big Sur, CA
What's nearby
- Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- McWay Falls - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
- Big Sur Station - 21 min drive - 22.6 km
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park - 22 min drive - 20.5 km
- Sand Dollar Beach - 38 min drive - 40.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Big Sur Coast Gallery - 8 min drive
- COAST Big Sur - 8 min drive
- California Long Beach - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
24 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John B.
8 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim H.
22 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kim H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rob M.
5 September 2025
Rob M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cathy W.
1 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cathy W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
17 November 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marc K.
18 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot!
Marc K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
EFRAIN S.
24 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was a little taste of Paradise
EFRAIN S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Scott M.
4 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Weekend
Scott M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charlie N.
16 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


Charlie N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Katty R.
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful peaceful place!
Katty R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew L.
19 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Andrew L.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lauren B.
22 May 2018
Gorgeous views!
Lauren B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rohan S.
20 March 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A view to remember
Rohan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kinam C.
5 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location
Kinam C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
T B.
29 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape
T B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carol H.
17 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly
Carol H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark K.
20 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Spot
Mark K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily H.
6 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot in Big Sur
Emily H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Suzanne H.
23 May 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Time to relax and enjoy the ocean
Suzanne H.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stacy C.
17 January 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise in Big Sur
Stacy C.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracy W.
23 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely
Tracy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Sarah H.
14 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picturesque Big Sur cottage
Sarah H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent
VS
24 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
VS
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer N.
6 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Views
Jennifer N.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
About the host
Hosted by Owners
We are 2 artists living and working in Big Sur for nearly 40 years. We teach workshops at nearby Esalen Institute in art, photography, dance, meditation and unfolding one's intuition. We both exhibit our art in local Big Sur & Carmel galleries, and are in museum and private collections worldwide. We love living and creating on this property!
Why they chose this property
There is no other place like Big Sur in the world, with it's breathtaking beauty & it's natural environment. We have some of the worlds greatest & most inspiring teachers, thinkers, artists, writers, poets and illuminaries living here or who have lived here or passed through. The local people, like a tribe of creative individuals, really know how to live life as human 'beings', rather than human doings. The land calls to us in her quiet spiritual whispers, where One can slow down and appreciate the simplicity of just BEING. We feel blessed everyday and are so very grateful to own and live on this property here in God's most magnificent creation!
What makes this property unique
It's all been said above, just leave the world behind and find a sanctuary for the soul here in an environment of a beauty that is beyond words.
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