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Lovers Point and the Magic Carpet
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Mermaid Retreat

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 337.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Pacific Grove, CA
  • Lovers Point
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1 - New Sealy Mattress 5/15/2023

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2/Living Room

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Mermaid Retreat (PET FRIENDLY) (One Week Minimum Stay) Permit #0027

Due to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases nation wide, we are asking all of our guests to be fully vaccinated. TWO SHOTS PLUS A BOOSTER!
Please make a copy or photo of your Vaccination Card and send it to us at any of the following:

(831) 760-3464 or

mermaidretreat@comcast.net

We will continue to do our part to make sure you have an enjoyable, safe experience while visiting Pacific Grove.
If for any reason you are unable to abide by these rules, please do not make a reservation.

The Mermaid Retreat is a great couples' or small-family rental. We are on the shores of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. We are within walking distance to Lover's Point Beach, downtown Pacific Grove, Cannery Row, Monterey Bay Aquarium, and Monterey's Fisherman's Wharf. Pebble Beach, Carmel, Carmel Valley, and Point Lobos State Reserve are just minutes away. Big Sur is 26 miles south, and Hearst Castle is only 90 miles south on Scenic Highway #1.
Sit on a bench out front, and watch the seals and otters play in the giant kelp beds. Or stroll the hiking trail along the shore at sunset.
Our season is year-round! So book your reservation now, before it's too late.
The Fall is the peninsula's best-kept secret.

Required Information: Please include in your availability inquiry, the name, mailing address and daytime phone number of whomever will be responsible for the bill. Also indicate it you plan to bring a pet.($50 Pet Fee for Dogs & Cats ONLY - NO BIRDS!)
FREE WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS: As of July 1, 2008, we offer FREE Wireless Internet Access.
Ask when you arrive for ACCESS CODES.

Property manager

Barry or Elizabeth

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Trained dogs and cats only.$50 Pet Fee will apply.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking OUTSIDE on the deck is permitted
Due to COVID-19 We are still requiring Covid vacs be kept current. Please practice SOCIAL DISTANCING AT ALL TIMES!
All parties must be FULLY VACCINATED (2 shots plus booster)

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pacific Grove

Located in Pacific Grove, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. 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 Monterey Bay and Lovers Point. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Pacific Grove, CA

What's nearby

  • Lovers Point - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Point Pinos Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Cannery Row - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 8 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Passionfish - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪California Seltzer Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Bookworks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Captain + Stoker - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mermaid Retreat (PET FRIENDLY) (One Week Minimum Stay) Permit #0027 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Mermaid Retreat (PET FRIENDLY) (One Week Minimum Stay) Permit #0027?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid Retreat (PET FRIENDLY) (One Week Minimum Stay) Permit #0027?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid Retreat (PET FRIENDLY) (One Week Minimum Stay) Permit #0027 located?

Located in the heart of Pacific Grove, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lovers Point and 17-Mile Drive. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are also within 2 miles (3 km). Monterey Station is 25 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 199 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mermaid retreat
My daughter loved the mermaid themed house!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cottage
Small but very comfortable. Location was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Pleased
Returning, frequent guest. Enjoy our stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pro am 2025
Great stay. Very happy with the property. We’ll keep this one on our list for future stays.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Lovely cottage with great location in Pacific Grove just off the coastline trail with equal walking distance between Point Pinos and Monterey. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleased
We are returning guests. Enjoy Mermaid Retreat very much. Perfect location. Barry and Elizabeth are great people. We will be returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mermaid Heaven
This property is a mermaid lover’s delight. But most importantly, is the location. It is a half block from the gorgeous waterfront with its many resident sea otters and beautiful walking trails along the bluff that go for miles. It is also an easy walk to the small downtown shops and restaurants so you can park the car for days. Even a doable walk to the Monterey Aquarium. A great place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Pat L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall very nice, charming easy to walk to Ocean front and nice walk all around. The street is like an alley behind the ocean front and very quiet. The views fine, nice patio and fully supplied kitchen. The sponge left was dirty and we left a new clean one. Relaxing space and an awesome place to explore even in the rain!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleased
Returning guest. Enjoy the stay very much. Looking forward to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I return every year!
This spot is my happy place. A short walk to shops and a slightly longer stroll to the aquarium. Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denice D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Calling All Mermaids
It's just what we've been looking for! A comfy, cozy place to call home near the Bay and within walking distance into town. Just the right size for the 2 of us and kitty too. Kitchen is small, but still able to prepare meals since it had everything we needed. We'll be back!!! Thank you Barry and Elizabeth for sharing this peaceful hideaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

birgit m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
We love the Mermaid Retreat! It's a perfect location, close to downtown and nice restaurants. And walking along the ocean for miles never gets old, including the spectacular sunsets just around the corner. It just feels like home away from home.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
We had the best time at the mermaid retreat! The walking path is amazing, we really enjoyed watching the dolphins, otters, and seals. It’s a geat location, walking distance to delicious restaurants, lovers point is really cool- the surf was up and it was entertaining watching the surfers. Easy check in, perfect space for the wife and I and our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mermaid Land
Amazing. Loved riding bikes to aquarium and back for lunch and then bike back to aquarium. Loved walking fifty steps and being at ocean trail and seeing seals and sea otters!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greatest Little Cottage in PG
We always enjoy our stay here. Very cozy cottage on a quiet street and walking distance to the downtown shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location
Cool place
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage, great location
This property has everything that you will need for a wonderful vacation! Fantastic location! Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location
We always enjoy our stay at the Mermaid retreat! Walking the beautiful trail never gets old. We didn’t need any assistance but Barry and Elizabeth are readily available if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Malcolm M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mermaid Relaxation
Been looking at this listing for over ten years and finally hit it with my time and a vacancy... not disappointed. Awesome location, clean, simple accommodations. Only thing that would improve the experience is a new mattress...
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monterey Jazz Fest Decompression
Sun, surf, jazz, and seafood in the VRBO.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed Our Stay!
We always love staying at the Mermaid Retreat!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Pleased
This was a return stay for us, as we were here two months ago. The property is perfect, and very comfortable. Barry and Elizabeth are great to know. We are planning on returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay
Great location and hosts really went out of their way to make our stay workable.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Lovely little cottage that was perfect for myself, my mother, and her dog - love that we could walk to the water or enjoy the sun on the deck
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Pleased
We stayed a number of years ago, and finally returned for a stay. The home is very clean, well appointed, and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much, and are looking for when we can return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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Hosted by Barry or Elizabeth

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