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Beautiful Coastal Home Near Laguna Seca Raceway
Beautiful cozy home on a quiet cul-de-sac located at the top of Seaside. Relax and unwind at this serene home which has been modernized and decorated to create a peaceful and comfortable feel. It has an open floor plan, beautifully updated kitchen with all new stainless appliances and all new furnishing. This beautiful home offers an excellent option for families and friends to relax and enjoy the beautiful Monterey Peninsula. Please see my note below as to popular destinations/drive time.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 221 reviews
Luxury Modern Home | Pets OK | FREE EV | 8 Parking
Welcome to our 4 bed/3 bath 3,000 sq. ft. contemporary home built in 2022. Enjoy the luxurious amenities in this spacious two-story house: brand-new furniture and TVs, state-of-art kitchen, high-end appliances, spa-like master bath, radiant heated flooring, built-in speaker system, fiber Internet, and stunning light fixtures throughout. Tesla charger in garage. Conveniently located minutes to beach, golf, restaurants and shopping. Have fun with the entire family and guests in this stylish place.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews
Very Private, 3 Balconies, Jacuzzi, Espresso, King
Spacious, light-filled Carmel hilltop home with large hot tub and sweeping views of ocean & forest. 🌲🌅 With 3 balconies + generous primary suite on main floor, this highly private retreat offers an elegant tranquility with coastal charm. Large 🍽️ FULLY STOCKED kitchen features espresso machine + conical burr grinder 🫘☕ + French Press + gas range. 3 bedrooms + 3 pull-outs. Chore-free checkout. Property is *not* walkable to downtown Carmel. Outdoor BBQ is electric. Backyard 90% enclosed.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews
Fairytale Cottage on Ocean Avenue, Downtown Carmel
Sades Loft is located in a fairytale cottage in the heart of downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea. The upstairs loft has its own private entry on Ocean Avenue. Open your front door and explore downtown Carmel or take a 10 minute stroll down to the beach. Once a VIP room where Hollywood & local legends gathered late into the night, today, the Loft is a relaxing spot where you can listen to soft music from the restaurant below or watch passerby's buying old fashioned candy from the Cottage of Sweets.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 338 reviews
The Sea Glass Cottage
Nestled in the Beautiful seascape of the Bay Area, this warm and welcoming home is centrally located to everything Monterey, Pacific Grove and Carmel have to offer! The stunning sand dunes by the home and the views of the setting sun on the ocean horizon are sure to impress. The home is in a safe secluded area and offers keypad entry, driveway parking, and 2 car garage. Please note this home is not on the beach. It is on the other side of Highway 1 and the mapped location is accurate.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 568 reviews
Beautiful Farm in Carmel Valley
Our 2 bedroom guest house in beautiful Carmel Valley is close to Monterey, Big Sur, Pebble Beach and Carmel by the Sea. Sight see all day and escape to a pastoral setting five minutes from Carmel Valley Village with quaint shops, restaurants and over 20 wine tasting rooms. Visit with our alpacas, horses, giant tortoises, goats, sheep, donkey and more! Wake up to sunshine, fresh air and the donkey braying for breakfast! (Due to the nature of our farm we have a strict "No Pets" policy).
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 585 reviews
Elegant retreat close proximity to everything
The Studio is beautiful,It has a private entrance with no other apartments, hence very quiet, no one else living in the building. Situated above world famous "Anderle Gallery" An adjustable Queen bed with a remote to make softer or harder. A flat screen 4K TV at the foot of the bed, with Wifi, and access to NetFlix, Prime, etc with your password. Beautifully decorated with art objects, lamps and rugs. All new range, fridge, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, and iron/board.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 583 reviews
Seaside Bliss - A Modern Home Close to Attractions
The entire family will enjoy our home with all of the needed amenities to provide an excellent vacation getaway! A stylish home in the heart of Seaside that provides close proximity to main attraction, yet tucked away for privacy and a peaceful stay! Bring the whole family to enjoy this area and gem of a house! We are located near all attractions from The Beach to The Aquarium. The home is also close to many restaurants, Carmel, Pebble Beach, and The Monterey Fair Grounds.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews
Artist's Cottage on the Hill
An Artist's cozy cottage on the hill overlooking Monterey Bay. 1 Mile from the beach, minutes from Old Monterey, Fisherman's Wharf, Cannery Row, The Monterey Bay Aquarium. A short drive to Pebble Beach, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Point Lobos, Big Sur, CSUMB, Laguna Seca. Enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee in the morning on the patio with a view of beautiful Monterey Bay, or a gorgeous sunset before heading out for an evening on the town in Old Monterey, or Carmel-by-the-Sea.
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 521 reviews
Visit Monterey's Beaches from a Charming Home in Seaside
The washer and dryer are available inside the garage if needed. There is also laundry detergent, softener, and dryer sheets in the cabinet above washer. I’m available 24hrs everyday of your stay for any questions. The house is nestled in the hills of Seaside with gorgeous views of Monterey. Del Monte Beach’s boardwalk is a 10-minute drive away, as are walking trails at Laguna Grande Regional Park. An array of shopping and dining are also a short drive away.
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviews
Luxury Carmel | View | 15 Guests | 9 Parking | EV
Welcome to your Carmel retreat! Newly built in 2024, this home blends modern comfort with relaxed coastal charm. Bright, open spaces and high ceilings create a peaceful atmosphere. Thoughtfully designed for families and small groups, the home offers spacious gathering areas, peaceful mountain views, and comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to 15 guests. Minutes from downtown Carmel, scenic beaches, and top Monterey Peninsula attractions.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews
Serenity Getaway - Near MRY Aquarium and downtown
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located place. Our home is located in a prime location, just minutes away from The Beach, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Carmel, and down town! Enjoy a well thought out floor plan with modern & comfortable fully furnished home. Want to cook a family meal? Use our fully stocked kitchen to whip out some amazing meal for the full family! And see the ocean from some of our windows on the 2nd floor!
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviewsPopular amenities for vacation rentals near Monterey State Beach
Condo rentals with wifi

2B/2B Pajaro Dunes with Dunes and Ocean View
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 373 reviews
Flora Belle, Perfect Carmel-by-the-Sea Getaway
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 914 reviews
Art-Inspired Respite in the Heart of Oldtown
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 339 reviews
Beautiful Ocean View 2 BR-Seascape-Miles of Beach
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews
Seagull House Downtown Pacific Grove
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 194 reviews
One of a kind full River and Ocean view!
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 257 reviews
Aptos Condo with Spectacular Ocean Views
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 600 reviews
Walk to the beach, panoramic ocean view, and pool!
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviewsFamily-friendly house rentals

Backyard playground & 1 mile to the beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 379 reviews
Top 1% Amazing Ocean, Sunset, Monterey Bay Views!
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews
Charming Entire House With Free Parking on Premise
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 511 reviews
3 Bedroom Vacation Home - The Hummingbird
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 635 reviews
Pet Friendly Cozy Pacific Grove Getaway Lic#0388
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews
Sallie’s Cottage
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 565 reviews
Steps to the Beach + Ocean Views + Walk Everywhere
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 439 reviews
Pebble Beach's Empire
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviewsApartment rentals with air conditioning

Cozy home near Monterey Beach
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews
Carmel-By-The-Sea Luxury 2 Bedroom Apartment
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews
Breathtaking Carmel Penthouse Suite w/ Brad Pitt!
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews
New 1-Bedroom apartment in Beautiful Santa Cruz
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews
Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 218 reviews
Downtown charming-2 BR 2 BA Flat Carmel-by-the-Sea
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews
Lavender Farm Retreat with amazing views
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 48 reviews
Bella Notte by the beach Studio 3
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviewsOther great vacation rentals near Monterey State Beach

Ocean View at Monterey Bay - Hot Tub & King Bed!
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 463 reviews
The Moondoggie Bungalow
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 413 reviews
The Seaside Cottage
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews
Home in Monterey Bay w/2 King Beds + 1 Twin
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews
Spectacular Award Winning Ocean Front 2 Bed 2 Bath
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 373 reviews
Monterey Dunes Oceanfront Beach House
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 362 reviews
The Sleeper: cozy private suite, entrance & bath.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 441 reviews
Charming Studio in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 262 reviewsDestinations to explore
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Santa Cruz Beach
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Pinnacles National Park
- Capitola Beach
- Carmel Beach
- SAP Center
- Carmel Beach
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Big Sur Campground & Cabins
- Rio Del Mar Beach
- Pfeiffer Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Seacliff State Beach
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Asilomar State Beach
- Winchester Mystery House
- Natural Bridges State Beach
- Seabright Beach
- Twin Lakes State Beach
- Manresa Main State Beach
- Davenport Beach
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve





