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PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome

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Views from upstairs Grand Living Room
Grand living room with custom tablescape for wedding anniversary.
Family room balcony with electric BBQ
📷 Nancy Fuentes
Jacuzzi balcony
📷 Nancy Fuentes
Property is a mere 5 minute drive from downtown Carmel & also Carmel Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
  • Carmel Plaza
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Carmel Mission Basilica
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Carmel Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

"Garden" Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

"Sunrise" Bedroom with Small Independent Balcony

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

Primary Suite with Private Jacuzzi Balcony

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo

Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Primary Bathroom

+1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome

Spacious, light-filled Carmel home with huge hot tub & panoramic VIEWS of ocean + forest.
• Indoor-outdoor living at it's finest: 3 balconies with epic 🌅, plus patio & BBQ.
• Excellent privacy. ENTIRE PROPERTY on 1/3rd acre lot is all yours.
• FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN, with espresso machine & every spice from Anise to Za'atar. 🥘

--- ROOMS ---
Primary bedroom (on main floor - no stairs needed): CAL KING bed; fireplace; two-person shower and a Japanese soaking tub; private balcony with jumbo jacuzzi & stunning ocean views.

"The Sunrise" bedroom: Queen bed, private balcony with forest views and backyard access, plus optional desk with monitor and ergonomic chair.

"The Garden" bedroom: Queen bed, optional work-from-home station or baby crib.

Family Room (ROOM INTERIOR):
• French Doors opening to balcony with sweeping views of Carmel hills and the beach.
• Inside is 60" Smart TV with Chromecast, Netflix, Disney+, and YouTube TV subscription.

Family Room (BALCONY):
• Al fresco dining with comfortable seating for 6 people.
• Electric BBQ, all grilling utensils provided.
• Lounge area on corner sectional sofa.

Grand Living Room:
• Wood-burning fireplace
• Breathtaking views of ocean, forest, and hills.
• Expandable Chippendale dining table can easily seat 14 people. 🍽️
• Optional Murphy bed in semi-private space (as the room is on its own floor).
• Additional Pottery Barn Comfort pull-out sofa bed with plush Queen-size Tempur-Pedic mattress.

Kitchen (main floor): Stainless steel appliances, marble countertops, touch-screen Breville Barista Deluxe espresso machine, gas stove, oven, microwave, double-door refrigerator with ice maker, freezer.

— FAQ —
Q: What is the coffee situation?
A: We have a very high-end espresso machine (with superb milk frothing), a conical burr coffee bean grinder, a French Press, as well as standard coffee maker and a tea kettle. We promise satisfaction for your caffeine fixation! ☕
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Q: What's the pet policy? 🐕
A: We allow up to 2 adult dogs of any breed or size. (No puppies!) We do have a standard Pet Fee of $200. Additional dogs may be considered on a case-by-case basis. And your dogs will 💛 our expansive backyard, with easy direct access from both bedroom balconies!
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Q: Can I bring the kiddos?
A: Children ages 2-12 are generally not allowed due to the fine art in the house and other breakable artifacts. However, we DO welcome babies and teenagers. For babies — we also provide a very nice crib, and a baby gate by the stairs.
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Q: Can you hear noise from Highway 1?
A: No, most days highway noise cannot be heard. There are some very rare exceptions, but day-to-day traffic is generally not audible inside the house.
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Q: Is Highway 1 within view of the house?
A: No, thankfully it is not within view. All you will see is the lovely Carmel forest, the ocean, the Carmel Valley hills, and Point Lobos in the distance. 🌲⛰️🌊
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- Our driveway can accommodate 4 medium-sized cars. We request that you fit *all* cars in our driveway, out of respect to our neighbors.

Property manager

Marielle & Jamie
Premier Host

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Babies & teenagers allowed. No school-age kids.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
TINY events. Permission pending host approval.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
NO PUPPIES. Dogs must be 2+ years old.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO OPEN FLAME ON BACK BALCONIES or in backyard. This means no smoking and no candles, due to extreme California wildfire risk.
NO GLASS IN (or around) JACUZZI. Classy non-breakable acrylic stemware will be provided complementary. 🫶🏻
While we do allow babies and teenagers, we generally do not allow children due to the fine art and other easily breakable objects in the house.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: TINY events. Permission pending host approval.
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number 002043

About the area

Carmel

Located near the beach, 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 Carmel Beach and Monterey Bay. 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.
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Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sunset Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Carmel Beach - 8 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 14 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A W Shucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant & Patisserie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Swiss Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PRIVATE Hilltop Home: Stunning Carmel Views, Hot Tub, 3 Balconies, Dogs Welcome located?

This family-friendly Carmel holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of 17-Mile Drive and Carmel Beach. Carmel Plaza and Forest Theater Guild are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan N.

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

Wonderful property

Great property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald L.

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

Outstanding

Really wonderful and comfortable house with spectacular views, great hot tub (!). all the amenities, and super nice owners. Very convenient to all of the activities in Carmel, Carmel Valley, and Monterey Peninsula. Really terrific experience on our long weekend stay with 2 couples.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

katie l.

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

Carmel home

Wonderful property for our family of 5 adults. Great communication. We definitely would come stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takanori

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The facility and the view is splendid.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Really lovely!

Everything you could possibly want except walkability. Would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rima K.

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

Beautiful house , great location, and wonderful host !

My family enjoyed the stay at this specious house with all the great amenities, 3 balconies, hot tub , gorgeous view of point lobos and Carmel highlands . The host was so easy to reach and had a great communication experience with her :) Can’t wait to rent this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

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

Beautiful home

Such a beautiful home. So we’ll equipped. Comfortable and incredibly clean!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve W.

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

AMAZING STAY

I cannot say enough about this stay. The attention to details, the sweet treats and flowers awaiting you was the best. The owner really cares about their home and it shows. We brought our dog and he had a welcome toy, bed and treats as well. The location was perfect. We will come back here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hildur S.

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

Breathtaking Views

Absolutely amazing. Even better than the pictures. Comfortable and cozy with the most amazing views. Would definitely recommend and would come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

therese s.

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

Fantastic!

Wonderful dog-friendly home with stunning views! The hosts were warm and welcoming and don't miss a detail- right down to the brownies or fresh flowers that greeted us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

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

Best vacation rental ever!

I highly recommend this place! We will definitely rent again if back up in Carmel. Everything was amazing and the communication with the owner was fantastic! The attention to detail and the care that was taken for my family was unlike any other house I have ever rented. Loved everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda C., La Selva Beach

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

Girls trip!

This lovely tri-level beauty is minutes away from all charming Carmel offers. The home was very well appointed with a cooks’ kitchen and very thoughtful extras for the gals. We especially enjoyed the three outside decks each with its own unique view of Monterey Bay. Thanks for the memorable stay in one of our favorite destinations.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Magnificent views

We can't say enough about how wonderful our stay in this beautiful home was. From the moment we arrived, the owners' hospitality was so warm and welcoming. The home is comfortable and beautiful. There are many comfortable rooms to live in and all have magnificent panoramic views. The hosts left every amenity for us that we ever could have wanted. No wonder they are super hosts! We hope to return to this home on our next visit to the West Coast.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald I.

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

Welcome experience

We felt very welcome at this property. It did not feel like a short term rental. It felt like someone welcoming you to their home. The care they took showed the are dog people and wanted the pet to have a nice time also. Very nice indeed. Beautiful home. Wonderful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

alison r.

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

incredible!

this house is truly amazing! the views from the top floor are so beautiful and expansive that i found myself spending every spare moment in the armchair mesmerized. the kitchen is extremely well equipped and it was a joy to prepare dinners there. i highly recommend trying out the espresso machine, delish! hot tub at sunset is also not to be missed. the owner is very communicative and friendly. everything about this house is incredible and it gets my highest recommendation!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

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

Dad's 75th Birthday

I cannot say enough about this listing. First, it is a stunning property situated on a hill overlooking the Carmel coastline. The place has it all - a state of the art kitchen, a balcony with a table and chairs to enjoy the view and centrally located within just a few minutes from Downtown Carmel. Our hostess was very attentive to us and was a delight. It was a memorable experience to say the least.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna H.

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

Fabulous property, didn’t want to leave !!

Great hosts, chocolate brownies and fresh flowers, well stocked kitchen. Comfortable beds , good space and awesome view. Cannot fault anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Great Place

This property exceeded our high expectations. Not only is it located in one of the prettiest places on earth, the house is well layed out, the views are spectacular, the owners care about their renters experience and it is well equipped. Very pleased.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C., Beaumont, Texas

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

Charming home!

Great location and beautiful views- we highly recommend this charming home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

An Oasis of peace and comfort

This house is an excellent choice very quiet, very private, and an amazing house. You're expectations will be exceeded. Owner is very good with communication and ease of use. Incredible for small or large gatherings enough space for all. The views are spectacular and memorizing. BOOK it now-worth the money!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elyce M.

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

Beyond Expectations

It was fun to meet Jaimie when we arrived, but the warmth and thoughtfulness of the owners would have been apparent even without the personal greeting. When she heard we were celebrating birthdays, she added a festive cake to the flowers and cookies that are part of her welcoming committee. The house is comfortable, extremely well equipped and located close to town and valley. Plus the hot tub and fabulous views! We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great house, great view, great time

We could not have been more pleased with our stay. From the available slippers when you walk in the door to the homemade rosemary shortbread treats to the terrific restaurant recommendations and everything in between, Marielle went out of her way to make our stay perfect. The house is wonderful, the view is amazing, and the location is great. We recommend her home as a great base to explore the area and will certainly look to stay there on our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

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

Scenic and private oasis in Carmel

I have no words to adequately describe how wonderful our stay was but I’ll try. First, the house is itself is lovely and has a bunch of thoughtful touches (ex: floorboard heaters in the bathrooms and kitchen). The kitchen is STOCKED if you want to cook at home. Literally anything you need (including a ton of pantry staples) are available. The view is AMAZING. The pictures don’t do it justice. There are three separate back decks and all are incredibly private/neighbors can’t see you. All overlook the valley down into Carmel and the view from the top floor has beach/ocean views. Second, our host went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect. We were staying here on the first leg of our honeymoon and she left a full on gift bag of snacks and other goodies, put matching robes for us in the bathroom, and left flowers and homemade brownies in the kitchen. Marielle was SO responsive whenever I had questions about the house or wanted recommendations about where to have meals. Just blown away by the hospitality. If and when we are back in the area we will 100% stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy F., Larkspur

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

Family reunion- adult kids and parents

Host was super responsive with answers to our questions. She provided so many nice touches-amazing welcome bag of goodies including treats for our dogs! House was wonderful - views from huge living room windows and from deck for meals and another deck for hot tub. Kitchen had everything including espresso machine. Location was ideal for trips in area up and down the coast.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Marielle & Jamie

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Hello! Your friendly hostess is also the owner of this lovely property.

I was born and raised in Carmel and am happy to provide local tips on everything from the best parking spots in downtown Carmel, to where the *real* Costco gas station is, to a locals' semi-secret beach not charted on Google Maps.

Providing you with one of the most delightful VRBO experiences is my goal and passion. I am always just a quick message or phone call away if you need anything at all. I love getting feedback from guests and learning how to make the home even better with each stay!

Why they chose this property

What I've noticed is:
- At first, guests may be booking the property for the jumbo jacuzzi.
- Then, what guests really fall in love with are the expansive views on the back balconies, the total privacy, and home's sweet "airy" charm.
- Guests also love the FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN and the espresso machine.
- The most frequent comment we get is "We didn't want to leave!"

What makes this property unique

Guests return again and again because, in their own words, they simply "feel at home." Sometimes it's also just nice to rent from the owners directly. There's a sweet personal touch that our family likes to provide, and I think really makes a difference creating that warm welcome-to-your-Carmel-home feeling.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish, Arabic

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests