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Victorian Penthouse right in the heart of downtown and close to the beach

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Aliotti's Victorian Penthouse which was built in 1893. Great location!
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Kitchen eating area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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Pacific Grove, CA
  • Lovers Point
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Cannery Row
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Victorian Penthouse right in the heart of downtown and close to the beach

* Concours week just opened up! Still available inquire soon! *

This spacious and sun kissed penthouse is the perfect home away from home. Our building is one the most historic Victorians right in the heart of downtown. It is also the most photographed building in downtown Pacific Grove which we also call 'America's Last Home Town.' This charming penthouse has great views of downtown and the Monterey Bay. This is a completely furnished unit decorated in victorian charm and comforts of home with two (2) bedrooms and one (1) bath. This unit is perfect for up to four (4) guests. There is 24 hour off site parking. There is also a brand new custom kitchen beautifully decorated. The bathroom spacious and clean. There is also a washer and dryer available for your washing. Come enjoy breakfast downstairs before walking through the beautiful downtown area for great shopping, two short blocks to the ocean, next door to our movie theatre, and 1 mile to the Monterey Bay Aquarium. This unit is first class and very clean. Even though you are right in the downtown area, this unit is very quiet. Guests have said that it is more quiet than staying along the ocean drive.

This unit has beautiful hand scraped teak hardwood floors, high ceilings and is tastefully decorated. Curl up on the couch in the front bay window with a good book and enjoy looking at our downtown in action.

It is an easy 2 block walk to Lover's Point and the breathtaking regional trail that winds along the Monterey Bay. You can walk south around the Asilomar State Beach or north to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row & Fisherman's Wharf. Don't forget to visit our beautiful Point Pinos Lighthouse.

Hop in your car and you can drive to Pebble Beach (17 Mile Dr.). It is only 5 minutes away, 10 minutes to downtown Carmel, 20 minutes to Carmel Valley and 45 minutes to Big Sur.

This unit is available year round. Please check the calendar for available dates and inquire within. Please contact us for more information and any questions you may have about our vacation property.

Please note: NO SMOKING ALLOWED, NO PETS & NO YOUNG CHILDREN PLEASE (WITH EXCEPTION) please when emailing us let us know the ages of children


Keywords: great for two couple to share the property, romantic penthouse in the heart of downtown, historic victorian building,
views of Monterey Bay, near Lover's Point,
close to the Aquarium, Pebble Beach, Laguna Seca, Cannery Row, Fisherman's Wharf, walking distance to downtown shopping, 2 short blocks to the ocean, secret get away

Transient Use License # 0254

Property manager

Mary Aliotti

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Ocean view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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
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

About the area

Pacific Grove

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in an area with great shopping. 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 Monterey Bay and Lovers Point. 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 horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Pacific Grove, CA

What's nearby

  • Lovers Point - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cannery Row - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Point Pinos Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 19 min walk
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪First Awakenings - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Passionfish - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Victorian Penthouse right in the heart of downtown and close to the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Victorian Penthouse right in the heart of downtown and close to the beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Victorian Penthouse right in the heart of downtown and close to the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Victorian Penthouse right in the heart of downtown and close to the beach located?

Located in the heart of Pacific Grove, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of The Strouse and Strouse Studio-Gallery and Lovers Point. 17-Mile Drive and Monterey Bay Aquarium are also within 1 mile (2 km). Monterey Station is 19 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Lovely home in a perfect spot

I was in town for a long weekend. The house was cozy, comfortable and well provisioned. It’s close to everything and the restaurant below was just as welcoming with delicious breakfast and dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

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

Pacific Grove charm

Exceeded expectations! Loved the charm of the space and furnishings. Grateful for the fully tooled kitchen which allowed us to prepare our side dish for our family Thanksgiving dinner. Great restaurants nearby and fun shops. Walking distance from the ocean. Really enjoyed our visit!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marshall C.

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

Relaxing

Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

Cute place in a nice location

We were visiting the aquarium and wanted to be relatively close to the aquarium. The place was at a great spot to walk around and the property was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa L.

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

A gem!

We came for a weekend from SF to explore the area and drive to Big Sur. It was a great place to stay! Comfortable beds, centrally located on a fun street with cute stores, restaurants and coffee shops. Short walk to beach which was beautiful at sunset!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug P.

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

Great location

This was a great stay. We had all we needed and a very central location. Mary was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Perfect location

Loved the apartment. Perfect location. Within walking distance of great restaurants, shops and the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

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

Wonderful Stay

Mary's place was wonderful and perfect for a long weekend around Monterey. Located above a little restaurant (which we had a lovely brunch at), it is right in the middle of a downtown strip. Close to the aquarium and parking was relatively easy (there is a 24 hour lot next door - though don't confuse it with the short term lot it's connected to). The rental was clean and well taken care of and we all found it super charming. Thanks, Mary!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myra T., Racine, Wisconsin

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

Absolutely beautiful and perfect location

The apartment was immaculate, beautiful trims and furniture, comfortable beds, just a very nice place to stay stocked woth everything you need, with a restaurant downstairs that had delicious breakfast lunch and dinners! Highly recommend this place
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Perfect!

What an adorable place in a perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Perfect!

We loved everything about this home! Location was near everything. The restaurant downstairs was great. Mary responded to my questions as soon as I called. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID D.

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

Great place, great location

We came down for the weekend from the Bay Area. This unit was in an ideal location in the center of an area of Lighthouse Avenue filled with wonderful restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Best place to explore Monterey and surroundings

We loved the apartment! From the brand new kitchen to the excellent beds. It was welcoming and super clean. Photos do not do it justice. The steps are tall but easy to climb and parking is super easy. The location was a great base to explore the area and the proximity of a wide choice of restaurants made our evenings nice and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arly K.

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

Hospitality Super Stars

This apartment is cozy, beautiful and spotless clean. It is within walking distance to many shops, restaurants and a market. The kitchen is stunning and well equipped. The owners also own the restaurant downstairs which has delicious, beautifully presented food, and it couldn't be more convenient. I would recommend it and stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Great Rental

We had a wonderful stay in the apartment. It is bigger than pictured and everything that we needed was supplied. It is located in a great neighborhood and within walking distance of the ocean, restaurants, and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy F.

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

Great location, clean, Mary was very attentive

Enjoyed our time there, being above the restaurants was a little noisy at times but it was a weekend. I had to go and buy shampoo, but other than that it was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

marta m.

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

Couldn't be better

As in the pictures, but better. The flat is cuter than the photos show, kitchen and bathroom well provided and comfortable, check-in and check-out a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

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

Perfection

This home was very clean, inviting, comfortable, bright and happy. The location is centrally located and made getting to restaurants, shopping and the beach extremely easy and convenient. Mary was a very friendly and helpful host and we really enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nic M.

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

Nicely Updated Victorian in a Great Location

The property is very nicely updated and comfortable but it can get a little warm and does not have a lot of airflow. Mary was great and the restaurant downstairs is convenient and good food. Located in a great area with a lot of good restaurants and an easy walk to the beach and Cannery Row.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

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

Charming Property in the Heart of Pacific Grove

I have always loved this area of the Pacific Coast and when my spouse and friends were coming back for the Big Sur International races, I was very excited to find this gem of a property in downtown Pacific Grove. Check-in and out were perhaps the easiest in my 20 years of using VRBO. Parking was a breeze with 3 HR available out front and a free parking lot ajacent. All 3 rooms are very comfortable and have ceiling fans. When needed, the wall heaters in the bathroom and lounge made us very cozy. The kitchen was nicely equipped with coffee pods and all the appliances you could need (blender, toaster, etc.). What made this stay most special are the people. Mary was a generous host with her wonderful restaurant right under the property, and she even arranged with the kitchen to have coffee for us early on our first morning, and she shared tips on parking on favorite places in PG. Her kindness was not unique, in fact every single restaurant, grocery store, pub, brewery we walked to had some of the nicest people who were very engaging and legitimately interested in what brought us for a visit and even how our races went. The location is even walkable to Cannary Row, I would recommend along the water, if you don't mind a 1.8 mile stroll. Places we tried out and recommend: La Mia Cucina, The Monarch, PG Meetinghouse, Mary's restaurant Aliotti's (breakfast and dinner), Grove Market, Hops & Fog. We will be back. Thank you to Mary for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Location and Layout

This quaint property was exactly what we needed to make the weekend relaxing and enjoyable. Just a few blocks from the beach and a very short drive to cannery row, we loved this spot. It was quite clean and neatly tucked above restaurants. We were able to make it to our event in downtown Monterey (just a 10 minute drive) without any problem. There are also so many small shops and eateries within walking distance that made this a place we will definitely revisit. The owner was also quick to reply for anything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

raija g.

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

Refreshing getaway

The Victorian getaway! Comfortable, pleasant easy. Nice being able to go downstairs for breakfast lunch or dinner ! Mary is fun to talk to!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

jo c.

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

Perfect in every way!

We loved this spot! Stayed for 3 nights; walked all over Pacific Grove trying lots of restaurants and enjoying the coastline. Traveled to Big Sur for hiking. The apartment was spacious, clean and had everything we needed. Mary is an amazing host. I highky recommend this gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Worked out perfectly

This property is a condo above a very nice neighborhood Italian restaurant in the heart of Pacific Grove shopping. 15 minute walk to Cannery Row and the aquarium. We stayed here four nights and used it as our homebase for going to Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa F.

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

Daughter’s 21st birthday

Loved the house. It was even better then what I imagined. Clean, beautiful and great location. Located right in the middle of everywhere we wanted to go. The wharf, cannery row and lovers point. Mary is amazing she’s very sweet and very accommodating. Next trip I take that way I will definitely stay there again ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mary Aliotti

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We have owned this beautiful downtown Victorian since 2000. This building was built in 1893 and kept up with tender loving care. It is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in Pacific Grove. We own and operate our restaurant Victorian Corner which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. We enjoy visiting with our locals and also meeting new people from all over the world. We have two children that keep up very busy as well.

City of Pacific Grove Transient Use License TUL # 0254

Why they chose this property

Since we have owned the building we always wondered what would be best to do with the penthouse above the restaurant. We are so proud and we know the space is so beautiful we just want to have it available for visitors to Pacific Grove to be able to experience our excitement.

What makes this property unique

It is amazing to wake up in the morning and look out the window to such and amazing view of downtown and Monterey Bay. It has such a great feeling of being in an authentic Victorian overlooking downtown and Monterey Bay.

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