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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.

Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views
The Copper Nest is an ideal getaway located steps from the beach in the gated community of Pajaro Dunes where the Pajaro River meets the Pacific Ocean. This newly designed three bedroom home is customized to create a serene beach retreat for you and your guests. This newly designed three bedroom home has a well equipped kitchen and outdoor seating, game, and BBQ areas. There are stunning ocean and agricultural views from every room. Close to California's popular food and travel regions.

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.

Carmel Mid-Century Ranch Retreat AC EV Charger
My Mid-Century Carmel ranch house is perfectly located between Carmel and Carmel Valley. The property is next door to Carmel Valley Ranch and close to local wedding venues, Bernardus, Holley Farm, Holman Ranch, and Quail Lodge. It’s an easy walk to the Mid Valley shopping center and 6 miles from Carmel Valley Village with 30+ tasting rooms and restaurants, and 6 miles from downtown Carmel. The large outdoor patio with fireplace and barbecue is perfect for outdoor dining.

Unique Sculptured House with Private Beach Access
Escape from the outside world to this one of a kind ROMANTIC Sculpture House. Enjoy its unique design, white rounded walls, sitting nooks, gas dome fireplace, and beautiful tranquil gardens. Sit back and relax in the rounded sunken bathtub perfect for two. This is the perfect romantic getaway and just one block away from private beach access. Named one of the most stunning Airbnb's in Santa Cruz. Enjoy more fun with zero extra Airbnb fees—we've got you covered!

Modern Beach Retreat-Free EV Charging
This open and airy modern home is a 5 minute walk to Rio del Mar beach. Enjoy the clean design, large deck and indoor outdoor living. Numerous outdoor activities at your doorstep including golf, world class surf breaks, and renowned biking and hiking trails in the forest of Nisene Marks. Equipped with high speed internet, a projector and Sonos sound system. Our place comfortably hosts five and is good for couples, business travelers, solo, and families.

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.

Casa Dolores - Upscale Carmel
MPORTANT NOTE: Reduced rates due to construction noise/activity Mon-Thurs 7:30 am to 4:30 pm on neighboring lots. Carmel’s pristine beaches, shops, restaurants and galleries are just minutes away from this oceanview jewel. Inside, the wood floors glow with the patina of the past, but the décor is straight out of Architectural Digest.

Creekside Log Cabin
Get away from it all and find peace and privacy at this storybook cabin in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Nestled at the edge of a babbling creek, this cabin is a place for basking in the scenery of a lush woodland grove, observing passing wildlife, and unwinding each evening in a private hot tub. Permit number 211400

Sallie’s Cottage
SALLIE’S COTTAGE Pacific Grove STR license #0396 This cozy, comfortable historic cottage, with a beautifully updated interior, is a wonderful place to relax. It’s location, blocks to downtown and the amazing rugged shoreline, is the perfect home base for exploring the strikingly beautiful area.

Pebble Beach's Empire
An original Marcel Sedletzky architectural creation. Gorgeous lot of almost 2 acres, with views of Stillwater Cove. Enjoy the wonderful amenities of Pebble Beach living. Overlook the bay, walk to the Beach Club and all Pebble Beach shopping.
Popular amenities for house rentals in Carmel-by-the-Sea
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Alpine Zen Retreat with pool, sauna and spa

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Poppy Farm

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Serene Vineyard Chateau with Pool, Hot Tub, BBQ

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Old Amesti Schoolhouse mid-bay amidst farmland
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Visit Monterey's Beaches from a Charming Home in Seaside

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Beautiful Coastal Home

Charming, perfect location, large, super clean!
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Ocean View on the Dunes - Monterey!

Miles Away Carmel-by-the-Sea

Luxury modern home with backyard + golf simulator!

Panoramic Sweeping Ocean Views.

Cabin Nestled in Forested Canyon

Two-Six Beach House - newly renovated!

Jack's Peak Retreat

Mermaids & Moonlight by the Sea License #0447
When is the best time to visit Carmel-by-the-Sea?
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| Avg. price | £332 | £389 | £344 | £443 | £350 | £435 | £403 | £501 | £424 | £332 | £425 | £360 |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 15°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 13°C | 11°C |
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170 of Carmel-by-the-Sea holiday rentals include wifi access

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Carmel-by-the-Sea stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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