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

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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
Exceptional
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
  • Lovers Point
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪20 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

Property manager

Barbara
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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
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
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
Property Registration Number VR240037

About the area

Pacific Grove

Located in Pacific Grove, this cottage is near the beach. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Pacific Grove, CA

What's nearby

  • Lovers Point - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cannery Row - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Point Pinos Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪First Awakenings - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Passionfish - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪California Seltzer Company - ‬3 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.

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated by the sea, 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 mile (2 km). Monterey Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 194 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

Alicia L.

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

Everything you can ask for…

Barbara was a responsive host! She gave all the details, even for information that I didn’t know that needed, but did!. I really enjoyed the home. It’s very warm and sweet. The best part is it’s super close to the beach. I was able to work on the porch and be able to still see the ocean! What a joy. One little hint, I came in at night and didn’t look in the front closet again. There are chairs, umbrellas, anything you might need for a beach day provided in that closet. I only discovered it when I was going home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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

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

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

jane o.

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

The most amazing place!

We stayed two weeks at Barbara's cottage in PG. We were there to visit our kids and for work. We loved every moment of our stay. Barbara was welcoming and answered any questions immediately. The cottage was super set up - warm, welcoming and fully stocked with everything we could have needed. The location was only one short block from the most beautiful coastline and beach and only one (or maybe two) short blocks from amazing restaurants and shops in historic PG. We absolutely loved sitting on the front porch and chatting with neighbors as they walked by. We were so comfortable; we could have stayed forever! Thank you so much. We hope to return in the very near future! Jane and Mark
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2025

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

Deni M.

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

Love this cottage!

We have stayed in this cottage a few times. We love it! For a couple it's perfect! The kitchen is well stocked if you enjoy cooking; we've stayed in many vacation rentals and this one has everything you need regardless of what activities you enjoy! If you enjoy walking, this location is the BEST! Short walk to beach trails, into Monterey and downtown Pacific Grove. Don't miss the farmers market on Monday afternoons for the best in fruits and vegetables. We will no doubt visit this property again!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Charm and Personality

Cottage on the Cove was a great place to stay in Pacific Grove. It the charm and personality you would expect from a historic house. We could walk to breakfast, downtown, and even Cannery Row. Barbara was very accommodating and well organized as a host. I highly recommend this wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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

Verified traveller

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

Lovely cottage

Great property and great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Christi S.

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

Great Visit!

This is our second time staying at Barbara's lovely cottage. We can't say enough good things about it and the host. The cottage is so cute, and the kitchen is very roomy. Love the fireplace in the living room and best of all is sitting on the front porch and watching deer walk by. We didn't want to leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 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

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

Lisa T.

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

Pacific Grove

Cute little cottage. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

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

Jeff G.

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

Pacific Grove at its Best!

Cute historic house steps from Lovers Point and the beginning of the bike trail. Tastefully decorated and the most gracious host ever. Park your car and ride your bike everywhere! Wonderful local market and farmers market every Monday. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 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

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

chris b.

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

Great seaside cottage

Wonderful cottage just a block or so from Lover’s Point. Great restaurants all within walking distance. Walk to Monterey Bay Aquarium as well. House is very comfortable and has a true vintage feel. Quiet neighborhood. Would definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

misrepresentation of property

we were only there for 8 minutes. no heat, subpar kitchen...no heat again, bathroom no heat, bedroom no heat. said there was a tv...didn't say it had a 12 inch screen. We left and never stayed there and now VRBO is refusing to refund us our complete deposit/money for this terrible joke of a rental even though the representative of VRBO told us we would get it all back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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