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Historic 'Cottage at the Cove' at Lover's Point - Your Home Away From Home

Cottage with kitchen, near Monterey Bay Aquarium

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Historic Cottage at the Cove at Lover's Point
Originally built in 1884 - one of the oldest Victorian Retreat Homes
Lovely way to begin and end your day on the Peninsula!
Return from your adventures and relax in the cozy living room.
Sink into the easy chair with a good book or watch the neighborhood pass by.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2840 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Pacific Grove, CA
  • Place, Lovers Point
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Historic 'Cottage at the Cove' at Lover's Point - Your Home Away From Home

Cottage at the Cove is a lovely recently refurbished 1884 vintage Victorian located just steps from Lover's Point park and beach in the Retreat District. The oceanfront recreation trail leads you to the Point Pinos Lighthouse to the west and the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row to the east. The wonderful Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Course is just around the corner. A 3 block walk to town will find you in the midst of Pacific Grove friendliness: shops for any and all necessities/frivolities, antiques and curios, grocery store, pharmacy, banks, bookstore, delightful restaurants and bakeries, library, museum, art galleries, historical gardens, various parks, and the four screen movie theater. Pacific Grove is a town without stoplights, still! Park your car at the cottage and enjoy Pacific Grove by foot.
Cottage at the Cove's broad sunny front porch with wicker furniture is the perfect spot to begin the day with coffee or tea. The charming rear garden is intimate and lovely.
Pacific Grove Transient Use License #37
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please wash dishes that were used.
Please leave wet towels hanging in the bathroom.
Please sign the Guest Book. Please return one key to the Storage Closet and leave remaining keys on library table.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Per Municipal Code Chapter 7.40: - Quiet time is between 10pm and 8am - Parties, loud music and noise are prohibited. - Auto license plate required

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 and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number VR240037
Property # 294969ha

About the neighborhood

Pacific Grove

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Retreat, a neighborhood in Pacific Grove. 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 Carmel Beach. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Pacific Grove, CA

What's nearby

  • Lovers Point - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • 17-Mile Drive - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cannery Row - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 2 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spotted Duck - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Captain + Stoker - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Passionfish - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lucy’s on Lighthouse - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 'Cottage at the Cove' at Lover's Point - Your Home Away From Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic 'Cottage at the Cove' at Lover's Point - Your Home Away From Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 'Cottage at the Cove' at Lover's Point - Your Home Away From Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 'Cottage at the Cove' at Lover's Point - Your Home Away From Home located?

Located in Retreat, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lovers Point and 17-Mile Drive. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are also within 1 mi (2 km). Monterey Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 204 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything is wonderful about Barbara’s cottage! Close to the ocean, downtown, restaurants, etc. it’s a hidden gem that we love to return to every year. And Barbara is a dream to work with!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our fifth stay at the "Cottage at the Cove." We always feel so at home and comfortable while staying in this beautiful historical cottage. We enjoy sitting on the front porch, sipping our coffee and green tea, listening to the sounds of the seashore. Lovers Cove is less than a five-minute walk away. We look forward to our return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari H.

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

Cozy Cottage

Comfortable cottage in a prime location to Lover's Point Beach. Hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Pacific Grove

Fantastic location!!! Enough said....
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely cottage

Great property and great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

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

Cozy and comfortable

Good location, perfect for 2 people. Loved the fireplace. Street parking. Close to Lovers Point. Beautiful walk along the Shoreline Park to the Monterey Aquarium and Cannery Row, (about a 15-20 minute walk). We enjoyed our time there very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alycia M., USA

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

Fantastic place to stay!

My parents stayed here for my wedding weekend in Monterey and LOVED it. The house is in a great location and located near a lot of beautiful destination spots. They would stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R., Mountain View, USA

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

Nice cottage

Clean, well equipped cottage in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

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

Loved staying at lovers point

Great property great location and great host. We’ll be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha C.

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

Charming cottage

We loved our stay at Barbara’s cottage. It was very warm and cozy. Close to the beach and restaurants and shops. It was a nice quiet neighborhood. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Quaint Sea Cottage

Anyone with an appreciation for history and love of the ocean will most certainly enjoy their stay here! The cottage itself is a well-maintained Victorian sea cottage with plenty of charm and character and is within walking distance of a plethora of local shops and restaurants, and just a mile walk to Cannery Row. Barbara has made sure all of the comforts of home are available and detailed instructions for various things made everything easy to manage. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

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

Charming

We had a lovely stay in Pacific Grove. This is a charming cottage in a great location, just a few steps to the bay and an easy walk into town.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

West Coast Trip

Outstanding Home & Location! Thank you Barbara, for sharing your home:)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

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

Excellent location for a nice Pacific Grove Getaway

Very clean, cozy, and comfortable cottage
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

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

Lovely house, neighborhood, location

Lovely Victorian cottage 2 blocks from the bay. Adorable neighborhood. We loved everything about our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James J.

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

Monterey

Very quaint house in a fantastic location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell K.

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

Truly a Home Away From Home

The Cottage at the Cove is everything you dream of in a VRBO. Beautifully stocked with everything you need, a short walk from excellent dining and beautiful beaches, and magically cozy. It is located in a quiet neighborhood with a truly comfortable bed for a great night's sleep. All that, and communication with the host is excellent! We can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don L.

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

Cove Cottage Review

Staying at the Cottage on the Cove is delightful. For us, who have been there many times, it feels like coming home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christi S.

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

Great Visit!

We stayed at Barbara's cottage for a week and loved it! It was very clean and comfortable and close to all the places we wanted to go. Communication with Barbara was easy and effortless. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don L.

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

The Cottage

For us, this is THE only place to stay in PG
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor B.

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

Pacific Grove

Great location and furnished with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Many thanks to Barbara who was a gracious host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kellie W.

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

Pacific Grove getaway

Despite the rains we had one of our best times. Love the location and house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crissy H., Nevada City, California

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

Beautiful Cottage - Amazing Host

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at the cottage. The host was lovely. It was very clean and conveniently located to Lovers’ Point Beach and to downtown Pacific Grove. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

Perfect cottage in a great location

This home was perfect for my wife and I. It was cosy and the fireplace was great. We were short walk to the beach and the local restaurants. Pacific Grove is beautiful.

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G., Michigan

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

Charming Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at this charming historical cottage. Pacific Grove is a beautiful little town with a spectacular coastline. The cottage is clean and well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

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