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Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8

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Walk down a few stone steps to your very own private rock beach and cove.
The stone fireplace as well as the hardwood floors will warm your soul.
The chefs appointed kitchen offers the finest appliances & granite countertops.
Cedar hot tub brilliantly situated to take full advantage of the views

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Carmel, CA
  • Garrapata State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Monastery Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Carmel Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

Main Guest with small deck

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

View Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

View Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8

THE LOCATION: One of the most spectacular meetings of land and sea you will ever experience. Pelican Cove is on the Pacific Ocean’s edge, majestically perched for you to take advantage of the ever-changing weather and rich sea life. It is home to one of the most diverse marine ecosystems in the world, including 33 species of marine mammals, 94 species of seabirds and 345 species of fish. Crashing waves as high as 20 feet, traveling from Alaska and Hawaii, provide a daily command performance. Relax by the fireplace in the great room as you watch migrating gray, humpback and blue whales.

Walk down a few stone steps to your very own private rock beach and cove. Sea otters greet you, often with baby otters in tow. The cove is a sanctuary for underwater kelp forest providing habitat and food for hundreds of fish. Keep an eye on sea otters as they wrap themselves in kelp to stay anchored in and around the cove. Enjoy our airborne visitors and residents including seagulls, blue herons, egrets, cormorants, albatross and, of course, pelicans. Feedings times are everyday, all day.

You will never tire of the non-stop action: the tide changes, blowhole blasts from pods of migrating whales, crashing waves, and much more. The rich life of Pelican Cove and the breathtaking sunsets will create memories for a lifetime.

THE HOME: Situated just steps to the Pacific Ocean and a private cove, you will find a single-level, California contemporary home with lots of privacy. High vaulted ceilings and floor to ceiling glass provide a seamless transition from indoor to outdoor living, taking in unobstructed ocean front views at every turn. With 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and 2,800 square feet of living space, this comfortably elegant home is unmatched in quality and design. The fireplace as well as the hardwood floors will warm your soul. The chef’s appointed kitchen offers the finest of every appliance from granite countertops, a SubZero refrigerator/freezer, a Bosch dishwasher to a commercial cook top/oven and attractive cookware and tableware. Internet access ia available throughout the home.

THE DETAILS:

Multilevel great room
Unobstructed Cove & oceanfront views
Floor-to-ceiling glass
Doors open to outside deck
Kitchen, dining & living room fluid space
Open wood-burning fireplace
Hardwood floors
High vaulted ceiling

Master bedroom suite
Panoramic oceanfront views
Tempurpedic king bed
Private bath, shower and Jacuzzi tub
32” flat screen TV
Wood-burning fireplace
Walk-in closet
Hardwood floors

Guest bedroom/office
Panoramic ocean views to Point Sur Light House
Tempurpedic king bed
Desk and bookshelf
Access to bathroom/shower outside of bedroom

Guest bedroom with outside deck.
Panoramic oceanfront views
Queen bed
Outside deck
TV
Access to bath room/shower outside of bedroom

Guest bedroom
Panoramic oceanfront views
Queen bed
Access to bathroom/shower outside of bedroom

Guest room/gym
Garden view
Opens to garden patio
Private bath with shower
Futon sofa / sleeper queen bed
Dumbbells
Back stretcher
Yoga mats
Exercise Ball

Outdoor deck & patio
Unobstructed cove & oceanfront views
Wood deck leads to stone patio
Stone patio with outdoor seating & dining up to 12 people
Hot tub/spa 2-4 person
Built-in BBQ

Rock beach & private cove
Stone steps lead you to your own cove
Home to Sea Otters, seals, seabirds & kelp forest.
Total privacy

Private Yankee Point beach
Gated to ensure privacy
Exclusive, available only to residents of Yankee Point
Sand beach, great for picnics
Fun and safe from surf

Mal Paso Beach
A path leads to Mal Paso Creek and Beach although accessible to the public this rarely utilized beach provides another sand beach alternative great for picnics

Proximity to area favorites
Carmel-by-the-Sea - 5.8 miles
Point Lobos State Park - 3.5 miles
Pebble Beach - 6.9 miles
Big Sur, “Start Drive” - 1.0 miles
Big Sur, Molera State Park - 17.7miles
Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf -7.3 miles
Monterey Bay Aquarium -10.7 miles

Airports
Monterey -1.7 miles
San Jose -82 miles
San Francisco -109 miles

Garage and Carport
On-site parking for up to 4 cars
Street parking available as needed


Keywords: Welcome to Pelican Cove at Yankee Point in Carmel.

Property manager

Nora Seaborn
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carmel

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Carmel Riviera, a neighbourhood in Carmel. Pebble Beach Golf Links and Fisherman's Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Carmel Beach. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Munras Avenue are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Carmel, CA

What's nearby

  • Point Lobos State Natural Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Garrapata State Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Monastery Beach - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Carmel Beach - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • China Cove - 22 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 27 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bagel Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mission Ranch Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads BBQ - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front Home with Private Cove, Carmel. Sleeps 8 located?

Located in Carmel Riviera, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Gravity Garden, Point Lobos Ranch and Garrapata Beach. Garrapata State Park is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
California Dreaming
Thanks Nora for sharing your amazing property with us. We already miss our incredible views and otter friends. See you again soon!!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way!
Nora was an amazing host. She made sure we were comfortable and checked on us during a storm. The house was beautiful and perfect for our needs. We couldn't get enough of the views. Next time we'd like to do less in town and enjoy the views more. We are so please with our choice to stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebration of Friends
We had an incredible stay at this wonderful beach house. It is larger and even more lovely than the photos, besides having very nice appliances and numerous amenities that make it a "real" home. It is definitely worth a return visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Layton R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven on the Pacific coast
Pelican Cove is truly a unique and outstanding experience. We greatly anticipated this trip and the accommodations and location exceeded our expectations. During our six day stay, we saw at least 25 migrating whales and as many sea otters who played in our private cove. We very much enjoyed the family room with its fireplace and expansive views. Nora met us at the property and introduced it to us in detail. She was always available if we needed her. We have stayed in a number of VRBO homes, but none come even close to matching Pelican Cove.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marco C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and fully equipped house
The location of the house is stunning and the property is fully accessorized to a high standard. The manager is very helpful. We look forward to coming back
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jena R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great vacation!
This was our third year to stay here. It was, as always, a great week! Nora is quick to respond to questions and the house is outfitted with everything we needed! No reason to leave the house for great views, it’s one of the best in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning property, perfect for our large family
Wonderful time in Carmel Highlands, an area we have been visiting for 40+ years. The home was perfect for our large family with small, well behaved grandchildren. The host was very responsive and proactive, and easy to work with. The home had everything we needed for a long $th of July weekend. Nice walkable and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property, amazing views
My family loves being by the ocean and this is a gorgeous spot. We saw otters, dolphins, seals and so many birds. The property manager was helpful and quick to communicate. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan & Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It doesn't get much better than here!
When was the last time you watched whales breach, slap their flukes and otters swim bye all from the couch in the living room? Or from the dining room table? Or from the bedrooms? Everywhere you look gives you amazing views in a comfortable environment that is difficult to leave. If you do leave, there is access to the charming town of Carmel, easy drive down Hwy 1 and the other direction to Carmel Valley. We look forward to coming back soon!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia N.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Trip
Great place would go back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply spectacular
I'll break this review down to: house, location, and host. The house is great. AMAZING views. Nice bedrooms and bathrooms. Wonderful outdoor space with the grill, hot tub, and those views. Didn't know if we'd actually get to see much wildlife but probably saw (each day) 100 birds, a few sea otters, some sea lions, and dolphins. You could spend all day watching the ocean. From the hot tub! The location really works. It's at the northern end of Big Sur. Very easy to take a drive south (Bixby Bridge and more). 10 mins or so to Carmel (and grocery stores). 15 mins to Pebble Beach. 20 mins to Monterey. It's a fantastic location for all those activities. Finally, there's Nora, the host. Nora is as hospitable and communicative as you'll find on VRBO. Very friendly and accommodating. Provides tons of information and help. And the house comes with ample supplies, towels, and even robes. It's not often you can rent an amazing house, in a great location, with a top-notch house but this checks all those boxes!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House
I stayed here with my wife, 4 kids and one son in-law. House was perfectly sized for that crew. Absolutely stunning setting. House and setting even more beautiful than pictures. I'm a hero to my kids now for booking here. Everything worked and Nora a delight to work with. Have been recommending to my good friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PURELY SPLENDID!!
THE STILL PHOTOS DON’T DO THE PROPERTY JUSTICE! A VIRTUAL TOUR VIDEO MIGHT PROVIDE A CLOSER EXPERIENCE…PURELY SPLENDID!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Renunion
This was a get a way and reunion for the family. It was a girls trip only and really loved the way the home was situated for not only the view for the whole family to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Run retreat
Relaxing ocean side
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular place
Everything was great from start to finish. The location really is the best with many options for enjoying the spectacular views / nature. We'd love to come back again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sangeeta e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great neighborhood
We loved Nora’s place. Very well located and well Equipped. We cooked most nights. Beautiful views and sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carmel
The house was very nice in a beautiful setting and very well equipped. The downside was the hot tub was not functional [which was one of the reasons we chose the house] and had not been functional for months. In addition there was no washer or dryer. The manager said a new hot tub and washer and dryer were coming but you should confirm if those are important for your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Property!
The view was beautiful and we saw whales, dolphins, and sea otters and the house was perfect. Nora was wonderful to work with; very responsive and made sure we had a memorable stay. Could not recommend staying in this perfect location more!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne R., College Station, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat visitor
3rd time in this home and will continue to come back. Perfect location on the coast for views, ocean sounds, access to Carmel and to Big Sur. Love it and highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carmel…Beyond Beautiful
Our stay was amazing. The house is beautiful and the view is beyond words. Pelican Cove is a jewel and watching the sea otters play in the water was a delight Nora is a wonderful host. The house was convenient to Point Lobos State Reserve which has numerous walking trails and the Big Sur area. The house is perfect for all ages. We hope to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carmel
Wonderful stay… incredible views Nora makes it quite easy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great home!
My family and I had a very relaxing stay at this beautiful home. The house has stunning ocean views and the patio and deck are the perfect places to unwind and savor memorable sunsets. Only a few minutes from downtown Carmel, we had great proximity to shopping and activity while being able to feel “away at the beach.” The owner and property manager were incredibly accommodating and responsive, ensuring that our stay was worry-free.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cove LIfe
Having coffee with the pelicans and otters was always a great way to start off the day. Amazing location with quick access to everything the area has to offer. Great fireplace! Felt very private considering the property is in a residential area. Nora was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jena R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location
Beautiful views and a beautiful home. This was our second time to stay here and it was perfect again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

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