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Terrace/patio
Dining
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Carmel by the Sea, CA
  • Carmel Plaza
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Sunset Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • 17-Mile Drive
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Room

1 Double Bed

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage

Thank you for stopping by to view our vacation home, La Vita Dolce in Carmel by the Sea. Our charming cottage sits quietly nestled amongst a forest of juniper, pine and oak trees, surrounded by lavish perennial gardens in a charming neighborhood. Upon your arrival you will quickly find yourself settling in and relaxing in our beautiful living room with its vaulted ceilings, beautiful white limestone fireplace, watching your favorite show or movie on our 46” HD Plasma TV & Blue Ray DVD player. Once you're settled, have fun socializing in our gourmet kitchen outfitted with a Viking Grill and everything a chef needs to prepare a fabulous meal for his/her guests. Finally before retiring for the evening enjoy the private fireplace in the master bedroom and the company of a loved one in this amazingly cozy bedroom.

Our charming cottage is a short walk to Ocean Avenue where you will find numerous shops, art galleries and world famous restaurants. As you stroll down Ocean Avenue you will find yourself at the foot of Carmel Beach. Here you will find a beautiful white sand beach, where you can have a picnic or just snuggle up under a cozy blanket and watch the sunset.

Not only is our cottage centrally located we are also just a few short minutes away by car from Carmel Valley, Pebble Beach or 17 Mile Dr., Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row or head south and enjoy the beautiful Big Sur Coast along Hwy 1.






Property manager

John Giovannoni
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry, there are no exceptions.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry, we do not allow smoking 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Carmel

Located in Northeast Carmel, a neighborhood in Carmel, this cottage is near theme parks and by the sea. 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 Carmel Beach and Monterey Bay. 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. Be sure to check out 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 - 7 min walk
  • Sunset Center - 13 min walk
  • Carmel Beach - 17 min walk
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 3 min drive
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 16 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪A W Shucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant & Patisserie - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Toro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Little Swiss Cafe - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Carmel by the Sea Cottage located?

Located in Northeast Carmel, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Carmel Plaza and 17-Mile Drive. Carmel Beach is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leo A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October Getaway
Overall this property is excellent. Wood floors throughout make cleaning easy, living room seating fairly comfortable, beds were very comfortable, bathrooms updated/excellent and access to downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea or Highway 1 is easy. Quiet neighborhood and very friendly and helpful next door neighbor! Minor items -- would like to see newer coffee maker, mirrors in two of the bathrooms were small for the ladies, I am 81 years old so the walk downtown and the return walk was a bit of a workout, but this is an issue not applicable to most people. Just comes with age. The property host was excellent. Quick response to questions and could not have been a better host.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Woodland Park, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quintessential charming and beautifully decorated Carmel cottage in a lovely peaceful setting
We’ve been married 41 years and this is the perfect romantic setting - like an Italian villette. Beautiful amenities, lots of sun exposure plus ample bright task lighting. The home is close to gorgeous walking paths, close to Ocean Avenue shopping and restaurants, Carmel Valley retail plus Monterey. Very quiet and so safe, lovely neighbors too. We were in the home for a month, working side by side, and really lived in it, cooking as well as basking on the front patio on warmest days. John and Karen really care about their guests - evident from the attention to the lovely decor to being responsive to our routine questions.
Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
This is a lovely and comfortable Carmel cottage. Great light and outdoor seating areas and all the amenities. The hosts are super responsive and we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carmel house
Very well kept up.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Harley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Home in Great Location
We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 month stay in this lovely home in the heart of Carmel Village. We would highly recommend the property.
Stayed 91 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location in Carmel
Our home was in a great location in Carmel allowing us to park our car and walk everywhere. My son and I even walked to Pebble Beach everyday for the US Open. John was wonderful to work with throughout the entire process. John’s home has three very nice bedrooms and a great kitchen if you like to eat in. During our stay we had family and friends stay with and everyone felt completely comfortable. We will certainly return as Carmel is our favorite place on earth.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adriana J.

Gorgeous!
Beautiful home, fully equipped. It is located a five blocks from the center of Carmel, so you can walk to the beach while admiring all the nice neighborhood. It is like a fairy tail. five stars for sure!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Loved it
Beautiful place and excellent location.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Edward M., Melbourne, Florida

QUIET LOCATION IN CARMEL
My wife and I had been renting another vacation residence in Carmel during the month of July for the past several years and this year we wanted to extend our stay through the month of August. The only vacation rental that was available for August and fit our needs for the entire month of August was “La Vita Dolce,” hereinafter referred to as the house. The photos of the house on VRBO reflect an accurate and current view. The house is equipped with every conceivable accessory you would want in a vacation rental. The house is located in a very quiet neighborhood and is a walkable distance to downtown Carmel. The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet as well as an ensuite master bathroom which has a large walk-in shower, two sinks, and a separate water closet. The master bedroom also has a large TV on the wall. The two other bedrooms have access to a full bathroom with one sink, toilet, and shower/bath combination as well as a half bath. Both of these bathrooms are down the hall from bedrooms two and three. We used the king size bed and the queen bed and they were both very comfortable. The bedroom (3rd. bedroom) with the full-size bed was not used, however, it did have a very nice large closet. The laundry area has a newer full-size front load washer and dryer conveniently located off the hallway. The family room has a very comfortable couch as well as two oversized leather type chairs to view the nice large TV or just relax by the fireplace. There are two sets of wood french doors off the family room and dining area that lead to a patio that has a gas barbecue for grilling. The kitchen is well equipped for just about any type of cooking event. The appliances include a fully-integrated, Miele Slimline dishwasher, Viking gas stove/oven, GE side by side refrigerator and a Panasonic microwave oven. There is also a nice size pull-out type pantry. There is a detached garage for your parking convenience, however, it will not accommodate large SUV’s which is what we were driving. You can park in the driveway or also in front of the house. As a bonus, there were passes for two to the Monterey Bay Aquarium. These passes can be used on multiple occasions. John and Karen, the owners of “La Vita Dolce,” were extremely helpful when a few minor issues came up during our stay. I don’t think there is too much else to add other than we can highly recommend “La Vita Dolce.” We have already booked for a portion of next summer.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paradise away from Home!
Was a get away trip to visit my Friend who was staying here and found this cottage house to be a charming beautiful place to stay at. I can say the pictures do not do justice for this home, just can't capture it a photo! Very spacious and beautifully decorated. Location was perfect from the beach, to the wonderful town and all the places around! I highly recommend this as a get away to anyone.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

Perfect Carmel by the Sea Hideaway!!!!
I stayed at LaVita Dolce for 6 weeks in late 2013. The home is well equipped and in perfect condition. The owner has paid attention to every detail. I have stayed at many VRBO homes during my travels but I will say this this is by far my favorite. Pack your bags and get ready for your Carmel adventures, you have found the perfect place!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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We stayed in John and Kar...
We stayed in John and Karen's property during a home remodel, which took longer than expected to complete. They were very accommodating and responsive to our needs, and we found their house to be very comfortable, nicely appointed, and conveniently located. We highly recommend staying at this property.

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Hosted by John Giovannoni

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