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Santa Cruz A-Frame
This unique A-Frame cabin, in a quiet mountain neighborhood with private creek access, was handbuilt in 1965 and remodeled in the summer of 2024. Now a little slice of heaven on the creek in the redwoods. *5-10 min to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroad, Loch Lomond Recreation Area, the Trout Farm Inn, Quail Hollow Ranch + Felton stores. *20 min to Santa Cruz, beach + Boardwalk. *1 min to Zayante Creek Market (EV charger) Find us on social: Insta @SantaCruzAFrame

Luxury Modern Home/ Pets OK & FREE EV
Welcome to our 4 bed/3 bath 3,000 sq. ft. contemporary home built in 2022. Enjoy the luxurious amenities in this spacious two-story house: brand-new furniture and TVs, state-of-art kitchen, high-end appliances, spa-like master bath, radiant heated flooring, built-in speaker system, fiber Internet, and stunning light fixtures throughout. Tesla charger in garage. Conveniently located minutes to beach, golf, restaurants and shopping. Have fun with the entire family and guests in this stylish place.

Very Private, 3 Balconies, Jacuzzi, Espresso, King
Spacious, light-filled Carmel hilltop home with large hot tub and sweeping views of ocean & forest. 🌲🌅 With 3 balconies + generous primary suite on main floor, this highly private retreat offers an elegant tranquility with coastal charm. Spacious 🍽️ fully stocked kitchen features espresso machine + conical burr grinder 🫘☕ as well as French Press and sizeable gas range. 3 bedrooms +3 pull-outs. Chore-free checkout. Property is *not* walkable to downtown Carmel. Outdoor BBQ is electric.

Guesthouse Carmel Highlands ~ Ocean Views ~
Serene fully-furnished 900 sq. ft. studio guesthouse 6 blocks up the hill from the beach, with 180 degree ocean-view, and 180 degree mountain and wilderness view from a private balcony. The guesthouse is artfully decorated, and is quiet. Our whole neighborhood is affluent and beautiful with plenty of beaches to explore. It is the perfect place to stay and visit remote Big Sur to the south, but also be close to the incredible restaurants & shops in Carmel. Our guests prefer a no pets policy.

Serene Redwood Retreat w/Modern Comfort
At our Modern cabin nestled among 150 year old redwoods, we invite you to embark on a unique adventure of embracing the outdoors while only minutes from town. Wine tasting in downtown Carmel, World Class Golf at Pebble Beach or Hiking trails of Point Lobos and Big Sur. "Magical", "Amazing", "A True Sanctuary" are just a few words used by our guest to describe their stay with us. Get away and unplug in the stillness and solitude of our Serene Redwood Retreat. Please see property description.

Fairytale Cottage on Ocean Avenue, Downtown Carmel
Sades Loft is located in a fairytale cottage in the heart of downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea. The upstairs loft has its own private entry on Ocean Avenue. Open your front door and explore downtown Carmel or take a 10 minute stroll down to the beach. Once a VIP room where Hollywood & local legends gathered late into the night, today, the Loft is a relaxing spot where you can listen to soft music from the restaurant below or watch passerby's buying old fashioned candy from the Cottage of Sweets.

Carmel Rustic Cabin Like a Treehouse + Dog
Stay in our Carmel Rustic Cabin along with your dogs (see dog fee below) while shopping, visiting local wineries and restaurants or just walking your dog off-leash along Carmel's white sandy beach. Hidden in the woods, our rustic cabin is like a treehouse with all the amenities and minutes from downtown and the beaches. FYI the coast drive is now accessible between here and LA, but may be shut down during stormy weather, so be sure to follow local weather reports or just call Caltrans.

Modern and Quiet Dream Getaway
Welcome to your Carmel by the Sea dream getaway. This home was completely remodeled in 2018 by renowned architect Erik Dyar around the original Carmel stone fireplace. Enjoy the fresh, clean and open space of a modern home which is rare in Carmel by the Sea. Soaring ceilings, masterful design elements and furnished with comfort in mind. Lots of space in the back yard of this home (9600 square foot lot) for kids to roam, or your eyes to rest on the gorgeous Eucalyptus and Cypress trees.

Flora Belle, Perfect Carmel-by-the-Sea Getaway
Flora Belle is your perfect Carmel- by- the- Sea get away. This ground floor condo is in a superb location just steps to Ocean Avenue with its world class restaurants, shopping, and white sand beaches. There is one off street designated parking spot ideal for a compact car. The bedroom has a queen bed and petite walk in closet. The bathroom, accessed through the bedroom, boasts a roomy corner shower. Carmel Belle awaits your visit!

Charming Carmel Cottage - Close to Downtown!
Step into this charming, quintessential Carmel Cottage located close to downtown Carmel. Easily accessible and set back on a corner lot, you'll be centrally located to all Monterey Bay has to offer. You're a short walk to all the shops and restaurants in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, as well as within walking distance to the beach. Truly a zen-like experience, we can't wait for you to stay in our beautiful home.

Modern Lux home by downtown Carmel 3bd 2ba
Welcome to your perfect getaway in Carmel-by-the-Sea! Nestled near downtown Carmel, this exquisite 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the ideal blend of modern comfort and convenience amidst breathtaking coastal surroundings. Located 1.0 mile away from downtown Carmel where cafés, restaurants, shopping, and galleries await, our home is peaceful and spacious. A perfect getaway, we can’t wait to host you!

Charming Studio in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Charming Studio Apartment located on top of the Galante Family Vineyards Tasting Room in the center of the business district. You can't get any closer to the action! Just steps from the beach, shopping and all of the wonderful restaurants Carmel-by-the-Sea has to offer. *noises from the tasting room, such as music and conversation, can be heard during business hours.
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Carmel Beach
Other top sights near Carmel Beach
Apartment rentals with wifi

One of a kind full River and Ocean view!

Beachfront Tranquility

Seagull House Downtown Pacific Grove

2B/2B Pajaro Dunes with Dunes and Ocean View

Spectacular Ocean View- Heated Pool & Spa Seascape

Royal Villa - Ocean View - Heated Pool - Seascape

Seaview Condo - 150 Steps to the beach!

Aptos Condo with Spectacular Ocean Views
Family-friendly house rentals

Pacific Grove Mid Century Near Beach

Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views

Sunset Landing - ocean view & hot tub

Carmel-by-the-Sea Mission Beach House

Pebble Beach's Empire

Romantic Carmel Cottage: Ocean & Country Views

Now and Zen - Tranquility (Luxury Rental)

Elegant Carmel Cottage
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Unit 418: Cozy Pleasure Point Stay, Walk to Beach

Cozy Upstairs Hideaway

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Downtown charming-2 BR 2 BA Flat Carmel-by-the-Sea

No road between you and the sand

New 1-Bedroom apartment in Beautiful Santa Cruz

Breathtaking Carmel Penthouse Suite w/ Brad Pitt!

Downtown Santa Cruz Upscale Apt!
Other great holiday rentals near Carmel Beach

Magical & Romantic Beachfront Home at Pajaro Dunes

Carmel HideAway-Cozy and Sweet

Carmel By the Canyon

A Magical Redwood Tree Fort Retreat

Beautiful Farm in Carmel Valley

Sunny redwood forest cottage

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View

Hideaway in the Hills Guest Suite and Spa
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4.8 Average rating
Carmel Beach stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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- Santa Cruz Beach
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Capitola Beach
- Pinnacles National Park
- Rio Del Mar Beach
- Pfeiffer Beach
- Seacliff State Beach
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Davenport Beach
- Carmel Beach
- Asilomar State Beach
- Twin Lakes State Beach
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Natural Bridges State Beach
- Manresa Main State Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Seabright Beach
- Santa Cruz Wharf
- Big Sur Campground & Cabins
- Wilder Ranch State Park
- Henry W. Coe State Park
- Castle Rock State Park




