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"Gem of a House" in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Walk Everywhere. Quiet Street. 2 Cozy FP!

Holiday home with kitchen, near 17-Mile Drive

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Terrace/patio
Near Carmel Beach, "Gem of a House" in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Walk Everywhere. Quiet Street. 2 Cozy FP! provides a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Gem of a House" in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Walk Everywhere. Quiet Street. 2 Cozy FP!

The Story Book Cottage is a gem of a property in the quaint town of Carmel-by-the-Sea just two blocks from Carmel Plaza and a short walk to the beach. This 2 bedroom 2 bath home which sleeps up to 6 offers indoor-outdoor living with 4 outdoor seating areas and an easy-to-use gas firepit.The Story Book Cottage offers 2 bedrooms (1 king bed, 1 queen bed) and 2 full baths (with shower and tub) plus a cozy sitting room with a Queen sofa bed that overlooks the garden.

"Loved our stay at this darling renovated cottage. Nearly everything is new and clean while appointed with tasteful personal details. The house is so close to town but is surprisingly quiet and a quick walk to hiking trails. We love the multiple conversation areas throughout the property - inside and out. And as foodies we really appreciated the excellent quality cookware and knife set" S.T. May 2025

“We have vacationed in Carmel a number of times, never in a spot as sweet as this though. The house is just as it looks in the photos, beautifully decorated, and so comfortable. We loved the inner courtyard for afternoon lounging. The rental is located on a lovely quiet street, yet also so close to the village. We are getting up in years and the short walk was a pleasure, literally a five minute jaunt to the shops and restaurants. The location can’t be beat. The accommodation was luxurious. Melissa was great. We loved our stay.” J.D. Sept 2025

The Primary suite offers a King bed with custom-made mattress, gas fireplace, sitting area, and access to our sunny back garden & deck. Enjoy the magic of indoor-outdoor living as all rooms open onto outdoor sitting areas. Your stay will be enhanced by designer furniture, authentic Tibetan rugs, custom-made mattresses, and stunning original artwork throughout. All of our rooms open onto a porch and all of our porches view newly professionally planted gardens.

It's an easy walk everywhere in Carmel By the Sea from the Story Book Cottage. Walk to the beach and view the homes along Scenic Drive, walk to Carmel Plaza for wine tasting, boutique shopping, or visit our favorite cheese shop and microbrewery. Or check out some of our best-known wine tasting rooms like The Annex or Scheid Vineyards.

Looking for an outing to Big Sur? Or a day trip to Carmel Valley? Our favorites include Nepenthe with coastal views of Big Sur, and Folktale Winery in Carmel Valley. Have you been to the outdoor soaking pools at Le Refuge?

The Story Book Cottage in Carmel-By-the-Sea offers a chance to live like a local and explore all the phenomenal region has to offer! 30 day min.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Farming classes
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Start one load of towels in the washer
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sunset Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Carmel Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 18 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Heaven - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jeju Kitchen - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "Gem of a House" in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Walk Everywhere. Quiet Street. 2 Cozy FP! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at "Gem of a House" in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Walk Everywhere. Quiet Street. 2 Cozy FP!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Gem of a House" in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Walk Everywhere. Quiet Street. 2 Cozy FP!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Gem of a House" in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Walk Everywhere. Quiet Street. 2 Cozy FP! located?

Located in Hatton Fields, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Forest Theater Guild, 17-Mile Drive and Carmel Beach. Carmel Plaza and Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

"Gem of a House" in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Walk Everywhere. Quiet Street. 2 Cozy FP! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We couldn’t have asked for a better location. We were an easy walk to everywhere and it was such a treat to be able to do that. This is one of those rare occasions where reality was even better than the pictures. The house is beautifully decorated and has everything you need for an extended stay; all of it high quality and clean clean clean. Melissa gave us all the directions we needed to check in and check out and responded to any questions quickly. We highly recommend Storybook Cottage.
Front yard filled with flowers
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2025