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Home away from Home in Carmel!

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 a decked hot tub and a grand oak and festive lighting
 A  generous great room; great for relaxing with a sip
adjoining dining
Dining
Private kitchen
Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Enjoy the area

Map
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
  • Popular LocationCarmel Plaza3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCarmel Mission Basilica5 min drive
  • AirportMonterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCarmel Beach7 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Home away from Home in Carmel!

Joie de Vivre means 'Joy of Life' and no better way to experince that but in Carmel California!!!!! ... . WE SLEEP 10..
CARMEL IS AS BEAUTIFUL AS EVER WITH OUTDOOR AND INDOOR DINING AND LIVE MUSIC THROUGH OUT THE TOWN.
The minute you drive into Carmel, you can see why we adopted the name for our newest Carmel getaway!
Charm is the operative word at every turn. We have and continue to add features to our home that entice relaxation and celebration!
The front courtyard is peaceful, welcoming our guests with potted flowers, climbing vines, citrus trees, and outdoor furniture for entertaining. The greatest feature, is the gas fire pit to sit around during the evening hours. It is the perfect spot for a glass of wine or roasting marshmallows for s'mores!
The upstairs living area is generous and perfect for gatherings. The dining table seats 8 comfortably,. The table in kitchen nook is set by the front window, and is perfect for your morning coffee. We even have a wine refrigerator equipped for chilling your local wine finds!
The kitchen has new appliances. It is equipped for cooking, with an array of pots and pans, baking dishes, utensils, and dishes. We provide spices and many cooking essentials for your convenience. The Keurig coffee maker, traditional brewing and pressed coffee unit, are new as well! There is a toaster, griddle and small appliances for your needs.
There are two ensuite bedrooms on the upper level.
The master has a pillow top king mattress. All of the bedding is upscale and very comfortable. We use high thread count sheets on all of the king, queen and full-size beds. The master bath has a walk in shower, his and hers vanities and a water closet.
The jr. master is comfortable Queen sized bed with a courtyard view. Its private bathroom includes a bright subway tile and white carrera stone shower, a furniture sink vanity and custom, frameless glass shower surround.
The downstairs bedroom is quiet and secluded, featuring a king-size, body form foam top mattress for the perfect night sleep. We have appointed the room with elements of the ocean... this room can also act as a double twin room upon request.
Our newly renovated downstairs bath is gorgeous, complete with natural stone, river rock, and a travertine topped furniture vanity, that gives you a spa-like experience!
Our spacious bonus room is awesome! We have included a 50" flat screen television, xbox, . It is a great place to hang out, play games and relax.. we have a pull out twin option and a queen sized bed for overflow sleeping. This room has access to the back yard, with its canopy of oak and monterey pine trees.
Our back yard decks and hot tub , out door dining and kitchen fire table and yes, even a play house are family favorites. A Oak tree canopy with festune lights hover, While You're sipping your favorite beverage in the decked hot tub !

Joie de Vivre deux is one of a kind! We know that guests come to Carmel to make memories.. so when we had the opportunity to own a house to share.. we made it happen!
An indoor laundry, closet for extra sheets and towels and every convenience of home await you.
Our garage is painted, clean and finished with epoxy floors. We can allow space for up to 3 cars at this home . We provide goodies to take to the beach. A beach wagon, an Ice chest, 2 beach chairs, a boogie board and some sand toys.
Our back yard is a tierd, partially decked hill, with a large oak tree canopy, hot tub and firetable. Our large gas bbq is also in this get a way from it all spot.
We take great pride in ensuring your great experience.
Here are a few things to note:
Our home is on a hill so it allows for street side entry buts a stairs down to the lower living , bedroom area. The kitchen, livingroom and ensuite bedrooms are on the street level.
Up to 2 well behaved dogs are allowed. As to respect all renters and our home, dogs are never allowed on furnishings at any time. They recommend them to be on leash while in the yard. The front couryard is private but not fully enclosed.
Dogs can never be left unattened without a crate. Carmel is very dog friendly ; please check with restaurants about their pet policies .
PLEASE reach out to us within the first 24 hours with any questions or concerns; or at anytime during your stay. We are here for you!
2095187368/209 5186934


Property manager

rob and susan farrens
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carmel

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Northeast Carmel, a neighbourhood in Carmel. 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 17-Mile Drive and Carmel Beach. Travelling with kids? Make time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 3 min drive
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 5 min drive
  • Carmel Beach - 7 min drive
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 7 min drive
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 15 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Vesuvio - 20 min walk
  • Stationæry - 19 min walk
  • Toro - 3 min drive
  • A W Shucks - 3 min drive
  • Little Swiss Cafe - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home away from Home in Carmel! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home away from Home in Carmel!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home away from Home in Carmel!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home away from Home in Carmel! located?

This family-friendly Carmel holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of 17-Mile Drive, Carmel Plaza and Forest Theater Guild. Carmel Beach is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carmel visit
Susan and Rob were excellent hosts for our stay in Carmel. We were celebrating a milestone birthday and they ensured we had a lovely weekend. Susan was very responsive to my questions and provided detailed responses. The home was beautiful. The space met our needs for 8 people comfortably. The departure instructions were easy to follow. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay in carmel
We had a great time with two families with three kids. Downstairs with tons of space for kids. Hot tub was a highlight. Kitchen had everything to pull off an ambitious dinner. Beds were extremely comfortable. We were able to walk to the pebble beach Carmel gate for the pro am. It is quite a descent so walk up would be difficult for some and really hard with strollers.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

J&T B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Home and Wonderful 2024 Celebration!
Excellent and clean property in Carmel, CA! Close to downtown (Lyft/Uber highly recommended) and the beach. Susan was a wonderful host and left a (very much appreciated) personal note for us upon check-in. Despite lots of rain during our stay, the hot tub got lots of use as did the fire pit! Only wish is that there were more covered patio spaces and that Hwy 1 was a little farther away. But we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Christmas ever!
Great house ! Appointed with everything you could need or want! Location is awesome- a beautiful 15 minute walk into town. Susie and Rob were terrific hosts and super responsive. Best Christmas ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Time in Carmel
We enjoyed our stay in Carmel at this wonderful property. The house was clean and in a great location that was convenient to both Carmel and Monterey. The kids in our group loved the play house and the hosts were very responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by rob and susan farrens

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We are Rob and Susan Farrens
We moved to Carmel two years ago and sincerely fall more in love with living here every day!
We have 5 children and FIVE grand babies. Our three adult children have flown the nest. Our son Robbie attended Stevenson Boarding school, for Highschool which made for an easy move to Carmel. Robbie is an avid road cyclist and National Champion. Riding on the Peninsula and into the Santa Lucia Mountain range was his passion. He is now off to Colorado and College. Stacia is our teen who just graduated from Carmel High.
Rob has been in the Health club industry for more than 30 years! He has loved helping people improve the quality of their lives through good health. Susan is an interior designer. (thats me!) I have been working on projects in the Carmel and Pebble Beach area for decades. The remodeling and sharing of our homes to guests is a joy for me. When we travel, having our family and friends connected to us with a brewing coffee maker in the morning and wine around a fire.. a place to play a board game, and curling up on the couch to watch a movie is just something we can never find in a hotel setting.

Why they chose this property

The biggest draw, is the convenience. Its location gives easy access to Carmel by the sea, monterey, Pebble Beach, Pacific Grove, Carmel Valley and of course, Big Sur. The front Court yard is secluded and quiet and there is fabulous space for families to spread out!
It is a quiet neighborhood with a real time feeling of home while on vacation.

What makes this property unique

Many guests who stay with us are excited about Carmel, but they carve out time to experience our home and enjoy the environment. That is the ultimate compliment as we know there are so many wonderful options. A hop in the hot tub, bbq on the patios and relaxing around the out door fire, after a big day of exploring the sites of the peninsula is exceptional!

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English

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