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Hacienda Aguajito: Gated Estate with Ocean Views on 23 Exotic Acres in Carmel

Family-friendly Carmel holiday home in Jack's Peak with a sauna

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 126500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Hacienda Aguajito: Gated Estate with Ocean Views on 23 Exotic Acres in Carmel

Family-friendly Carmel holiday home in Jack's Peak with a sauna
A sauna, Access to hot tub and a library are available at this smoke-free holiday home. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 5 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds, dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bidets and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and computer monitors. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include Access to hot tub and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Peterson Conway

Languages

French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 6,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Estate

About the area

Map
Carmel, CA

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 17 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lalla Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kona Hawaiian Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hacienda Aguajito: Gated Estate with Ocean Views on 23 Exotic Acres in Carmel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Hacienda Aguajito: Gated Estate with Ocean Views on 23 Exotic Acres in Carmel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hacienda Aguajito: Gated Estate with Ocean Views on 23 Exotic Acres in Carmel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hacienda Aguajito: Gated Estate with Ocean Views on 23 Exotic Acres in Carmel located?

This family-friendly Carmel holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of 17-Mile Drive, Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center. Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Hacienda Aguajito: Gated Estate with Ocean Views on 23 Exotic Acres in Carmel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Mountaintop Gem

Stayed here with 10 work colleagues and had an amazing time. As one staff member put it "This place is Legit". Our team enjoyed cooking together in the spacious and well appointed kitchen, nightly bonfires, pizza in the outdoor woodfired oven, comfortable beds, walking the expansive property, talking with the owner, and so much more. It was a real treat getting to stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic place that is different from all else out there. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marco D.

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

Hacienda

A great unique place in the world! Every room, every outdoor space an experience! We only left the compound to buy food
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

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

Hacienda Aguajito

Enjoyed our week in your beautiful home filled with amazing architecture and art! The house was clean, comfortable,well-stocked, quiet & peaceful! We wanted for nothing! What wonderful memories! Namaste!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kunle A.

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

Great host.

Excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lolo S.

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

Magical and Unique Getaway

This is the most interesting and beautiful place I've rented. It was hand built by the owner over 10 years with pieces collected from around the world over the course of his lifetime. It is magnificent! Make sure to read the articles and books about the place. So cool!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Wonderful

Most places are all about the inside of the home, this property is amazing both inside and outside. We spent more of our time outside cooking and sitting by the many different fire pits that were all stocked with firewood. The pizza oven was so much fun, I am building one just like it for my house. The location is close to everything you may need or want to explore. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becca L., Roseville

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

Nothing like it!

We have stayed at this property two years in a row now. We enjoy visiting the property and its beauty! The owner is very accommodating and we plan to have future stays there.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Cherise M.

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

Beautiful Carmel

Beautiful home! Family friendly. Many amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Jack’s Peak Hacienda

This is a magical property. Everything about it was outstanding and the owner went out of his way to ensure everything was perfect. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jack G.

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

Fun

We had a great time, could not have been set up better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

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

50th birthday weekend

The property is gorgeous and the house impeccably clean. The host could not have been more accommodating and kind. Absolutely spectacular time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

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

Lovely home

We enjoyed the house as everyone’s rooms were spread out and gave each privacy. Beautifully decorated and much detail throughout. Loved the indoor and outdoor kitchens as one of our family members is a fine dining chef and we all enjoy cooking. The wood sauna and soaking tub was a huge hit with our family as well the outdoor patios and fire pits to gather around.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline C.

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

Adventurous Oasis!

I cannot state strongly enough how magical this property is. My family and I rented the house as a hub for a reunion with extended family and friends in California who we hadn't seen since before Covid. We wanted a space where we could gather, eat, drink, and play with our kids. This house more than delivered! From the fascinating art to the dozens of fire pits to the sauna, hot tubs, and pizza oven, there was magic at every turn. Since leaving everyone from the grandparents to the toddler has been talking about wanting to come back. Peterson Conway made this vacation and reunion utterly magic. Thank you.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

larry A., Where do you live?

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

Anniversary celebration

We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary with family (12) at this wonderful property. It is a unique and magical home in an ideal location, central to all the area has to offer. The property has a very gracious and helpful host and includes all the amenities. We loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arvand S.

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

Great for a family get together

We stayed here for 4 nights with both sides of the family for our son's 2nd birthday. There was ample space for 11 people and the house and grounds were as described and in the pictures. Peterson and team organized a pizza party for us our first night there. The whole crew enjoyed the food and being able to hang out in the backyard while ordering their own pizzas. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha C.

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

Magical

It is a beautiful and fascinating place to stay! We were a party of 12 ranging from 5 to 75 years. Everyone loved it. There is plenty to do and enjoy at the house and it is literally minutes to either Carmel or Monterey. Our host, Peterson, greeted us when we arrived and was fun, friendly and helpful. Wonderful trip!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

The most magical experience of a lifetime.

Words and pictures cannot capture the majesty of Hacienda Aguajito. The house is incredible and spacious and comfortable. The property is massive and there is so much to explore. You could spend a month there and still not see everything in and out of the house. But possibly the best part is the owner Peterson. Take the time to get to know him and let him tell you about his amazing house and history. He is easily the best host ever. He clearly loves this house and is so excited to share it with others. We got married while we were here and this house turned a great wedding into the most magical experience I can imagine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shashin S., Dallas

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

Fantastic House and Host

Amazing property for a small group retreat. Very unique and lots of places to lounge. On our final night we were making pizzas in the outdoor oven and sitting by the fire pit overlooking the mountains and Pacific. Very cool Japanese soaking tubs and sauna as well. The host of the property has a separate villa on property and was there to assist very quickly in any small issues. He was a joy to spend time with and really treated us like we were guests in his home. He also helped make pizza and showed us how it was done! A great property and we hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

everything and more 4 star experience

5 couples came to this property and from the moment we started up the drive to the property the flowering landscaping, sculptures and expansive views took our breath away. and it only got better from there. this property is perfectly close to Carmel and isolated. The house is so carefully crafted, everything you need, every detail is worth a story. You have to stay here a week to see everything. Beds are comfy, everything is clean and upkept beautifully. we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Earl G.

Wonderfully Accommodating

Quick review: Amazing, Exotic, and grand. This Villa had it all. If you can book this, it is worth every penny. Long review: We stayed at the Villa for our wedding weekend. We did not have the wedding at the Villa. We had the wedding at a Church in Pacific Grove and the reception in the Monterey. When we arrived we were welcomed by Peterson with a personable dog and majestic parrot. There was even horse at the front gate. The room accommodations were perfect for the 12 total guest they were housing. The entire villa is very exotic and was fascinating to look at at every inch of the home. The Master suite was amazing as it was its own living space/office downstairs and grand bedroom and restroom upstairs. The separate suite was a nice touch and perfectly housed guests. The kitchen and dining area was very grand and held all guest with ease. The music in the room is a nice touch controlling it from a computer inside. The backyard was so very impressive with the wood burning fire pits to the tepees way back. Only minor negative is the estate is rather older, so don't expect a modern feel. May be a bit dusty, creeky, and a bit creepy to some. Ultimately it is absolutely amazing. If you want a stay with an adventure attached, book this lovely estate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

SCOTT B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Fascinating property, some work needed

The hacienda is fascinating. Each room provides so much to explore and the property is really a special piece of land. First the good: The kitchen area and outdoor patio are fantastic for gathering, as others have commented. There were only four of us for a guys golf trip to Pebble Beach, but there's enough space to accommodate a very large family. Kitchen is well appointed for cooking. Bedrooms are exactly as described in the photos. If you're looking for an interesting interior to explore, this is your place. The Not-So-Good: The hacienda is starting to show its age and in need of repairs. The advertised hot tub was broken and appeared to have been out of operation for a while. The on/off button was duct taped over and weathered. Given that it was turned off, it was far from hot. On a golf trip with a guy who had back surgery last year, this was a must in our property criteria. We would not have rented here had we been told the hot tub was broken. The basin of the picturesque wood burning outdoor soaking tub is rusted/coated with grime. It would have been an alternative to the hot tub until one looked inside. And, the only large television in the home (theater room) did not work during our stay. The advertised teepee had also been taken down. Additionally, there a very large dog (approx 100lbs) freely roaming the property at all times. He's friendly enough to not bite, but also isn't afraid to bark at you. Our last night on the property, he barked for a couple of hours as he wondered the property in the middle of the night. Made for a long night before our early morning departure to catch our flight back in San Jose. Finally, other renters showed up and began to use the wood burning sauna on our last evening there. They had apparently rented a casita somewhere on property? However, they had set up in the spa room and started using the property. Given that we hadn't been told anyone else would be renting the hacienda or any other buildings somewhere on the property, it was quite surprising. They had parked their van past our cars in the driveway and started to make themselves at home. I contacted the property owner who, apparently, found them somewhere else to stay. Not 100% sure as my text messages after our initial conversation went unanswered. They were gone when we got back from dinner. Who knows. Overall, a decent place to stay. But, I can't support the 5 star reviews that helped convince me to rent this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

McCrea D.

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

Quiet oasis

Amazing property, great location, and really peaceful. Our group enjoyed our stay and Peterson was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey W.

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

Wife’s birthday week. Just a great place full of art. Almost like you’re staying at a museum.

Easy rental. There were a couple of quirks that were quickly handled. Tons of character. We loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Columbia sc

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

Middle of everthing

10 minutes to monterey and carmel. Truly a great location for everything. We played golf 5 days and it was easy to get around. The house was one of the nicest places we have ever stayed and Peterson was the perfect host.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022