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Reviews of Two Bedroom Suite Spectacular Views 30 Day Rental

Two Bedroom Suite Spectacular Views 30 Day Rental
Salinas, CA

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 113 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Derek G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Off the beaten path
We stayed here for easier access to get to the raceway; however, it was not as close as it seemed due to the canyon roads that this location requires you to drive in order to reach the destination. The accommodation itself is clean and welcoming, just be careful when entering the side door at night as there are many unexpected steps and I almost face planted (my fault for not using a light). The two-car parking limit was undisclosed in the description, but it became too late to cancel when I found out. Also, undisclosed is the no smoking on the property rule. Overall, 4/5. just be aware of the items mentioned above and it will be just fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location was beautiful, so much more than what we were expecting. The facilities were just lovely and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite and just lovely
It had everything that the ad had promised. Wish we could have spend more of the day on the lovely terrace. Great little place to get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy G., Peterborough

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoy
Really nice place and views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

June W., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing deck, perfect for a weekend stay
The property is just as described. The 2 bedrooms are of good sizes. Very clean. The main attraction is definitely the deck which we enjoyed morning, early evening and late at night for star gazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
Amazing property tucked up in the hills - a little difficult to get to because of the terrain/location, but Dutch and Carolyn provided very clear instructions. Awesome views, very quiet, incredibly clean and home-y. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness
California get away?
A truly lovely stay in an unique environment. The scenery was spectacular and it was absolutely silent with only the beautiful sound of bird songs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mao C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place, scenic view
Lovely home with much more room than I thought there’d be! Super clean and comfy. Close enough to Monterrey and Carmel and down town Salinas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jakob S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and spacious digs
Just as listed, this is an excellent property in the foothills. Easy drive to attractions in Monterey and Laguna Seca. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem
What a great house in a gorgeous location! The house is nestled at the top of rolling hills overlooking a beautiful valley. Views are absolutely stunning, both evening and morning! The house is perfect for a family or group looking to enjoy Carmel, Big Sur, etc, who would also like to see the hills and valleys surrounding the coast. The house is clean and well appointed; we did not lack for anything. Hosts are very communicative and hospitable. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
Came to the area with family visiting and had a comfortable stay. All the necessary amenities except for a stove, but we didn’t have a need for one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Monterey Stay
Our family of four really enjoyed staying at this property for a Monterey getaway. The home is located in a beautiful valley which we loved looking at each morning and evening. Travel to and from Monterey was short and we were able to fit in the Aquarium, whale watching, restaurants, and a visit to the CSUMB campus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Place was great. If you have any concern about staying in the lower part of the property, don't. They communicated via VRBO to check in on us and we felt completely private. We were aware of the limited kitchen options but was no problem at all. The first evening we stopped at the Safeway and grabbed heat up meals and some snacks for the deck and the second night we just grabbed to go food and brought it up. Easy and was lovely getting back to the property to sit on the deck and enjoy the view. The coffee and treats in the room were perfect for morning snacks before we got on the road for our day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Hello Kristen, Thank you for staying with us. We are glad you enjoyed the apartment and private deck.

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wine Women
Quiet relaxing getaway with a nice view. Had everything we needed with comfortable beds and a cork screw!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice property
We had a really nice stay, the property owners live upstairs and were very communicative. If you are a light sleeper, you can hear them walking around, but overall not an issue. The view is gorgeous, property was sorta hard to find the first time because it’s super dark and we went at night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Amber J., Park City, UT

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay, beautiful location
We had a great stay during Spring Break. The weather wasn't optimal so we couldn't enjoy the deck with the beautiful views. Hosts very responsive to any questions or requests. Our biggest inconvenience (and there was full disclosure on the listing) was the lack of an oven/stove. This could be easily overcome by having a simple hot plate, toaster oven or better yet, access to a grill on the gorgeous deck. Also, the lack of laundry was a headache for a longer stay. There is a premium pricetag associated with doing a load which we assumed was due to the washer/dryer being in the owner's unit which is understandable. But the laundry facilities are actually in the bottom unit with a sign not to use them which we thought was strange. We've always had full access to laundry at other VRBOs. Besides those two headaches, we had a very enjoyable stay and the drive, though windy and steep, was very beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Amber, thank you for your review. We have a much lower price because we do not have a kitchen. Guests use ready made food or takeout. Laundry is available with detergent for 15 USD for the first load and $5 for each subsequent load.

10/10 Excellent

Sumangla B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
It is a beautiful house to stay at with an amazing view and everything was superb
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Audra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good views, minimal amenities
We had a good visit here, with the big pros being the views of the canyon behind the house, good internet, clean place, very large deck, although we coudn't use it since it rained while we were there. The cons are: remote location, winding narrow roads getting there (no problem if you're used to country roads), minimal amenities (no kitchen, no TV, limited areas to hang out when the weather is bad). I also had a hard time sleeping because I'm a light sleeper and I could hear everything from the owners upstairs (walls are very thin). If you're a light sleeper, I recommend earplugs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Alexis L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
We had a good weekend overall—the bed in the one bedroom where we slept was very comfortable and the location was gorgeous. We had no problem finding it in the dark because of the excellent directions. We were pretty cold down there with just space heaters but then it has been an unseasonably cold winter here. I wouldn’t call the living room comfortable, with just one futon that faces the windows in an awkwardly leaning back position and bungee corded together. We had planned to be there with my mother-in-law, and I’m glad she couldn’t come in the end because we wouldn’t have had anywhere besides the dining table to hang out in the evening. Glad to be able to have our dog there. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Alexis, Thank you for your review. We do add a memory foam topper to the queen futon when it is setup as a bed. I’m sorry the weather wasn’t better so you could use the 800 square foot deck with your unit.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P., Minneapolis, MN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular
Amazing views. A real treat! Has everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Rubi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not family friendly
The property was easy check in and clean. We traveled with our small children and the location was not family friendly. They had space heaters and no tv. The drive to the property was extremely dreadful with flooded roadways and about a 15ml or more drive up one lane windy road with no lighting. We did not anticipate this at all. There was no lighting when entering at night either. After arriving we booked a hotel closer to the city. There’s no reception at this location either only wifi. The host was friendly but overall it was not what we expected so we did not stay. Also there’s a beautiful balcony with view but no smoking anywhere near property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Hi Rubi, We are sorry you were not comfortable with the drive. We have had 11 atmospheric rivers this season so it was a bit wet that night. The road is paved and can fit two cars. We have never seen an accident. The garbage and Amazon trucks run the route. I recommend selecting TV in the listing filters for future bookings. Many people prefer tablets these days so we have invested in the faster internet. We are a non-smoking property as indicated in the listing. We have solar and motion lights leading to guest unit, We are glad you were able to take some breakfast snacks, tea, and juice before departing. We are sorry we could not accommodate your family.

6/10 Okay

Margaret W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Average rating
Carolyn was very helpful giving detail instructions on locating the property. I advise that you make sure you have food with you because there is nothing close by. The beds were very comfortable and the place was tidy and clean and the view was very pretty. The cons were that she had mentioned in her e-mail to me that there was a fridge located in the garage with ice and filtered water but there were no lights in the garage and when I entered it the door was off the fridge. When I asked about it she told me it wasn't part of the rental but she even had sign posted right over the microwave to let you know that was where the water and ice was located. I was glad that we had stop at the grocery store before coming and did have a few small bottles of water. She did refund me $20 dollars for the inconvenience. In the amenities I believe it mentions breakfast is included which consisted of granola bars and packaged oatmeal. I would suggest if you are staying that you bring something for the morning to eat. Also there is mention of games but there was just cards and a checkerboard set that could be held in the palm of your hand. Since there were no T.V's and we had young children with us I was thinking there would be more games like scrabble, Uno or Yahtzee. I don't know if I would stay again I felt the cost was pricey for what you actually got.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

callie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Great place, beautiful location and the owner Carolyn was very responsive! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

LAURA T., Berkeley

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Getaway
Tucked away in the hills, the perfect spot for a nice monterey/caramel weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace L.

Liked: Cleanliness
good
good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeris V., Gilroy, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful peaceful and relaxing
It’s was an amazing evening with my wife and daughters.. beautiful scenery quiet and very peaceful. Nice 24 hour get away
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous view
A beautiful drive in and out of the property, quick, dark skies, stunning views and super clean and comfortable space. Ammenities were top notch. Only about a 15 minute drive from restaurants and convenience shops. Recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tarun T., Newark, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect family getaway
It might be a tiny bit confusing to find the place if you do not read the directions from the hosts *carefully* 😊. Other than that, the BnB is an absolutely great place to unwind. We had our lab with us and even he enjoyed it a lot. The BnB has a doggy area with a little bed. Great BnB.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth T., Stockton, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
First of all, I did not read the description of the kitchen the owner (Carolyn) gives on the VRBO website, and I had planned to cook food while there. There is no stove, which Carolyn makes very clear in the description, so we had to change our plans. :) My bad! Once you've booked the property and receive directions from Carolyn, read the directions carefully. Carolyn is very good at communicating the directions, but I did not read the messages very carefully and I had trouble finding the place. So both problems were my own fault. I'm writing this hoping you can avoid making the same mistakes that I did. So now for the good stuff: The property is remote and very peaceful. The views are beautiful. The place was clean and neat. The bedrooms are spacious and the beds are very comfortable. We used the kitchen, the microwave, and the coffee maker and all worked very well. The bathroom was well stocked with everything we needed. The shower has nice water pressure. The owners live upstairs and we could hear them walking around in the evening but it was not a big deal and made it feel very homey. The property is very remote and the roads are narrow and windy so the first night I made sure I got there before dark. We had a great lunch at Toro Place Cafe (on highway 68). The cafe next door to Toro Place (Castle Rock Cafe) has good coffee and pasteries (gluten-free). I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness
More remote than we thought
Although this location has a beautiful view from the deck of the sunset, it is in a very remote valley that can be a challenge to find. Also even though the host said that there were a number of area restaurants that could provide food, we found that none were open past 8 o’clock and ended up buying cold cuts and making sandwiches. I would suggest that you have food packed prior to arriving at this location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view in relaxing area
My family rented this house for our trip to Carmel. It was roughly a 35 minute drive from Carmel and had a beautiful deck to relax on in the evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maksim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house with amazing views.
We really enjoyed our stay! The house has amazing views! My advice for the future guests is to bring enough food, as the house is in a remote location. You don't want to drive through the mountainous small roads back and forth, especially in the dark.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Close to Laguna Seca
Property is exactly as described. Nice to have a deck to enjoy the quiet in the morning
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Alexis R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Monterey/Big Sur Getaway
Our plans included a quick getaway for sightseeing in Monterey and along the Big Sur. We also wanted the experience of spending the night in the mountains. On arrival, it was pretty hot in the unit as it was a pretty hot day. We appreciated the fans provided; and at night the temperature cools down. But my only suggestion would be installing ceiling fans in the bedrooms to better improve comfort measures during the hotter times of the year. Other than that, this property gave us everything we needed. The views were amazing. It was clean, peaceful, serene, and accomodating as listed. The hosts were responsive, welcomed us, and let us know they were available for any questions/concerns.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and relaxing
Great location. Amazingly clean, cozy and comfortable. Great views from the relaxing patio. Definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

eldon c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway!
Definitely off the beaten track when you stay here. We enjoyed the scenery and the wildlife along with the peace and quiet! The unit was clean and comfortable, just what we were looking for!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant Stopover
We enjoyed our stay here for a couple of nights during a trip down the coast. Great view of the surrounding mountains and perfect for stargazing. The hosts were very accommodating and supplied us with an extra futon for our young son as wells as breakfast snacks. The house is secluded but Monterey and the surrounding coastal areas were easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Nicola M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Laguna Seca
The property was exactly as described and ideally located near Laguna Seca raceway. The view from the deck was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leisha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Peaceful Getaway
The place was very clean and cared for. My family loved the weather and quiet location with a beautiful view in the mountains. We visited Monterey both days we stayed and it was only a very short drive to our activities. So this was a perfect location. We all truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay!
Amazing view and comfortable place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Enjoyed the inside & out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bates T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Monterey County Salinas
Our host was very accommodating of our needs on our trip. The property was very clean and the view from the deck, amazing. While it is 20 min to town, drive is nice, and property very quiet. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryuk S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautifully secluded location less than 30 min from central Monterey
Perfect for having a location away from the bustle of tourism to allow time to focus on relaxing properties of time away. Well furnished, clean, and private while remaining communicative with guests, this location will be a return trip for us to be sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Greer O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Valley Getaway
The property sits deep in the valley which makes for a scenic view, but it’s a decent drive from town. You’ll need to plan ahead for bringing your own food, but they provide plenty of storage to account for that which is nice. The hosts provided helpful information to ensure a seamless stay and the rooms/beds were cozy. The deck is the feature amenity of the property. And it delivers on space and view. However, because the space is attached to the owners house, you are right under them and it’s quiet up there. The deck is the main source of entertainment, but I couldn’t imagine being able to enjoy that space with more than two people without it being too loud for the owners. Lastly, I may have missed this in the property details, but worth noting that there’s no TV. It’s not a deal breaker, but I would have packed differently if I had known. That said, nothing could beat eating some snacks under the stars. It was great to unplug and enjoy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Athena C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for an overnight stay
The owners were very kind, accommodating, and communicative. The property was clean, and the scenery from the deck was BEAUTIFUL!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for a Big Sur weekend.
Spacious and well appointed for group of 5 on a trip from SF to LA. Gorgeous view in front of the property. This was our overnight location near Carmel before our morning hike.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

RONALD C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Views
Such a beautiful place to visit and enjoy a cocktail on the deck. Just outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Private
Great spot! A little off the beaten path, but once there - it is lovely. Roomy, clean, quiet and very comfortable. Owner was very easy to communicate and work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022