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Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Walk down a few stone steps to your very own private rock beach and cove.
The stone fireplace as well as the hardwood floors will warm your soul.
The chefs appointed kitchen offers the finest appliances & granite countertops.
Cedar hot tub brilliantly situated to take full advantage of the views

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Carmel, CA
  • Place, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
  • Place, Garrapata State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

Main Guest with small deck

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

View Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

View Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8

THE LOCATION: One of the most spectacular meetings of land and sea you will ever experience. Pelican Cove is on the Pacific Ocean’s edge, majestically perched for you to take advantage of the ever-changing weather and rich sea life. It is home to one of the most diverse marine ecosystems in the world, including 33 species of marine mammals, 94 species of seabirds and 345 species of fish. Crashing waves as high as 20 feet, traveling from Alaska and Hawaii, provide a daily command performance. Relax by the fireplace in the great room as you watch migrating gray, humpback and blue whales.

Walk down a few stone steps to your very own private rock beach and cove. Sea otters greet you, often with baby otters in tow. The cove is a sanctuary for underwater kelp forest providing habitat and food for hundreds of fish. Keep an eye on sea otters as they wrap themselves in kelp to stay anchored in and around the cove. Enjoy our airborne visitors and residents including seagulls, blue herons, egrets, cormorants, albatross and, of course, pelicans. Feedings times are everyday, all day.

You will never tire of the non-stop action: the tide changes, blowhole blasts from pods of migrating whales, crashing waves, and much more. The rich life of Pelican Cove and the breathtaking sunsets will create memories for a lifetime.

THE HOME: Situated just steps to the Pacific Ocean and a private cove, you will find a single-level, California contemporary home with lots of privacy. High vaulted ceilings and floor to ceiling glass provide a seamless transition from indoor to outdoor living, taking in unobstructed ocean front views at every turn. With 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and 2,800 square feet of living space, this comfortably elegant home is unmatched in quality and design. The fireplace as well as the hardwood floors will warm your soul. The chef’s appointed kitchen offers the finest of every appliance from granite countertops, a SubZero refrigerator/freezer, a Bosch dishwasher to a commercial cook top/oven and attractive cookware and tableware. Internet access ia available throughout the home.

THE DETAILS:

Multilevel great room
Unobstructed Cove & oceanfront views
Floor-to-ceiling glass
Doors open to outside deck
Kitchen, dining & living room fluid space
Open wood-burning fireplace
Hardwood floors
High vaulted ceiling

Master bedroom suite
Panoramic oceanfront views
Tempurpedic king bed
Private bath, shower and Jacuzzi tub
32” flat screen TV
Wood-burning fireplace
Walk-in closet
Hardwood floors

Guest bedroom/office
Panoramic ocean views to Point Sur Light House
Tempurpedic king bed
Desk and bookshelf
Access to bathroom/shower outside of bedroom

Guest bedroom with outside deck.
Panoramic oceanfront views
Queen bed
Outside deck
TV
Access to bath room/shower outside of bedroom

Guest bedroom
Panoramic oceanfront views
Queen bed
Access to bathroom/shower outside of bedroom

Guest room/gym
Garden view
Opens to garden patio
Private bath with shower
Futon sofa / sleeper queen bed
Dumbbells
Back stretcher
Yoga mats
Exercise Ball

Outdoor deck & patio
Unobstructed cove & oceanfront views
Wood deck leads to stone patio
Stone patio with outdoor seating & dining up to 12 people
Hot tub/spa 2-4 person
Built-in BBQ

Rock beach & private cove
Stone steps lead you to your own cove
Home to Sea Otters, seals, seabirds & kelp forest.
Total privacy

Private Yankee Point beach
Gated to ensure privacy
Exclusive, available only to residents of Yankee Point
Sand beach, great for picnics
Fun and safe from surf

Mal Paso Beach
A path leads to Mal Paso Creek and Beach although accessible to the public this rarely utilized beach provides another sand beach alternative great for picnics

Proximity to area favorites
Carmel-by-the-Sea - 5.8 miles
Point Lobos State Park - 3.5 miles
Pebble Beach - 6.9 miles
Big Sur, “Start Drive” - 1.0 miles
Big Sur, Molera State Park - 17.7miles
Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf -7.3 miles
Monterey Bay Aquarium -10.7 miles

Airports
Monterey -1.7 miles
San Jose -82 miles
San Francisco -109 miles

Garage and Carport
On-site parking for up to 4 cars
Street parking available as needed


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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carmel

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Carmel Riviera, a neighbourhood in Carmel. 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 Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Carmel Beach. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Munras Avenue are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Carmel, CA

What's nearby

  • Garrapata State Park - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Monastery Beach - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • China Cove - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 8 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Carmel Beach - 10 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 27 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Heaven - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pacific's Edge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company at The Crossroads - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Allegro Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8 located?

Located in Carmel Riviera, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Point Lobos Ranch, Garrapata Beach and Garrapata State Park. Carmel Beach and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sandy a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay, house was clean and amazing views!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views from this home were amazing! We enjoyed seeing the otters, dolphins and pelicans each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

basman s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is awesome! It flows beautifully, outdoor and indoor. Comfortable and elegant furniture. The views are stunning. Nora had the place stocked with plenty of towels and all other necessities. The kitchen has everything you need for entertaining and cooking.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pelican Cove was the perfect setting for our family getaway. Nora’s home is well appointed and stocked. Otters, whales, sea lions and pelicans were seen from the deck. The fireplace and cedar tub kept us cozy and content. We made good use of the beach towels and bathrobes. Monastary Beach (5 minutes from house) is lovely though you cannot go into the water. Lover’s Point Beach (20 min) is our favorite of several nearby ocean access beaches. There is ample parking at Lover’s Point.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan & Craig S.

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

You owe it to yourself to stay here!

Have you ever stayed at a place where you can watch a whale breach and otters swim bye from the living room, dining room and kitchen? The house, the location, all that is included, is just perfection!We already miss the place and look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco C.

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

Amazing location and fully equipped house

The location of the house is stunning and the property is fully accessorized to a high standard. The manager is very helpful. We look forward to coming back
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles s.

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

Run retreat

Relaxing ocean side
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jena R.

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

Another great vacation!

This was our third year to stay here. It was, as always, a great week! Nora is quick to respond to questions and the house is outfitted with everything we needed! No reason to leave the house for great views, it’s one of the best in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

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

Gorgeous property, amazing views

My family loves being by the ocean and this is a gorgeous spot. We saw otters, dolphins, seals and so many birds. The property manager was helpful and quick to communicate. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara V.

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

Very relaxing

It is a wonderful property. Very peaceful with lots of wildlife. Kitchen was well stocked and beds we’re comfortable. The view is incredible and fireplace worked well and wood was well stocked.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcy W., northern California

Relaxing, private, dramatic ocean landscape

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful house over looking the dramatic Pacific Ocean. We loved listening to the waves crash on the rocks outside, while sitting by a cozy fire inside with our family. We also loved sitting outside on the patio watching the skies change from clear and sunny to dark and stormy in a matter of minutes. We got unpredictable and dramatic weather for our stay, but we loved every bit of it being in such a lovely setting so close to the sea. One thing not completely ideal about the House was the number of bathrooms. There are only 3 (including the one in the laundry room) for all 5 bedrooms. We made it work, but it was just one downfall of the house. The beds were comfortable and had nice linens, good pillows and warm blankets. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, etc. but there were scratched nonstick pans, which isn’t my favorite, so maybe those could be replaced with something nicer. I will say, we have rented many, many high end homes throughout the US, and this was the most expensive cleaning fee we have ever paid. With such an expensive cleaning fee, I would expect a spotless house. The House was clean, but not spotless. I had to wash many dishes, mixing bowls, silverware and pots and pans before using; there was hair stuck to the wall of the shower wall; and there was some accumulated dust in some hidden places (ex: stuck in the detail of the master bedroom door). We would like to return to the house, because overall it was an amazing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for relaxing and enjoying our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

william D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was better than advertised. Well stocked and very clean. One of a kind ocean view. Nora, the host, was very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views. Limited walking directly from property. Property tired in areas. Had to have a car to access beautiful walks.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nora was great to work with. Property was clean, photos were accurate, kitchen etc was all well stocked.Very easy and convenient to get set up immediately and get on with the vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan J.

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

Spectacular home

We were celebrating a birthday with friends and this beautiful home served as the backdrop for a perfect week in Carmel and the Big Sur. The outstanding ocean views, beautiful fireplaces and well equipped kitchen made for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRAD G.

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

Family vacation

Great view !!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property. Had a great time. Well thought out set up for guests. Absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

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

Spectacular Home/Stunning View

Secluded, luxurious, spacious, immaculate and fully stocked…ocean and flora are spectacular. Nora is a fabulous host who cares for her home and guests, we would be honored to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

California Dreaming

Thanks Nora for sharing your amazing property with us. We already miss our incredible views and otter friends. See you again soon!!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen a.

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

Perfect in every way!

Nora was an amazing host. She made sure we were comfortable and checked on us during a storm. The house was beautiful and perfect for our needs. We couldn't get enough of the views. Next time we'd like to do less in town and enjoy the views more. We are so please with our choice to stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan t.

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

Celebration of Friends

We had an incredible stay at this wonderful beach house. It is larger and even more lovely than the photos, besides having very nice appliances and numerous amenities that make it a "real" home. It is definitely worth a return visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Layton R.

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

Heaven on the Pacific coast

Pelican Cove is truly a unique and outstanding experience. We greatly anticipated this trip and the accommodations and location exceeded our expectations. During our six day stay, we saw at least 25 migrating whales and as many sea otters who played in our private cove. We very much enjoyed the family room with its fireplace and expansive views. Nora met us at the property and introduced it to us in detail. She was always available if we needed her. We have stayed in a number of VRBO homes, but none come even close to matching Pelican Cove.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

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

Stunning property, perfect for our large family

Wonderful time in Carmel Highlands, an area we have been visiting for 40+ years. The home was perfect for our large family with small, well behaved grandchildren. The host was very responsive and proactive, and easy to work with. The home had everything we needed for a long $th of July weekend. Nice walkable and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan & Craig S.

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

It doesn't get much better than here!

When was the last time you watched whales breach, slap their flukes and otters swim bye all from the couch in the living room? Or from the dining room table? Or from the bedrooms? Everywhere you look gives you amazing views in a comfortable environment that is difficult to leave. If you do leave, there is access to the charming town of Carmel, easy drive down Hwy 1 and the other direction to Carmel Valley. We look forward to coming back soon!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

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