Places to stay near Sand Dollar Beach

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.

Serene Redwood Retreat w/Modern Comfort

At our Modern cabin nestled among 150 year old redwoods, we invite you to embark on a unique adventure of embracing the outdoors while only minutes from town. Wine tasting in downtown Carmel, World Class Golf at Pebble Beach or Hiking trails of Point Lobos and Big Sur. "Magical", "Amazing", "A True Sanctuary" are just a few words used by our guest to describe their stay with us. Get away and unplug in the stillness and solitude of our Serene Redwood Retreat. Please see property description.

Charming Studio in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Charming Studio Apartment located on top of the Galante Family Vineyards Tasting Room in the center of the business district. You can't get any closer to the action! Just steps from the beach, shopping and all of the wonderful restaurants Carmel-by-the-Sea has to offer. *Noises from the tasting room, such as music and conversation, can be heard during business hours. **This property does NOT have designated parking. Please be aware that street or paid parking is necessary for all guests.

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.

Beautiful Ocean Front Cottage, Cayucos California

Welcome to our beautiful ocean front cottage by the sea. The front garden welcomes you and the view out the back will calm and restore your soul. Walk down the private steps to the beach. Hot water outside shower, gas fire pit, ocean viewing deck - it is all there to complete your ocean front vacation experience. Fully stocked kitchen and all linens provided. You will love it! Due to severe allergies of some of our guests we cannot accommodate service animals at this time.

Private, Wooded Home, and a Modern Design

Escape into tranquility at this spacious and serene retreat. Nestled within a grove of coastal oaks, this welcoming home offers a private oasis where you can unwind amidst flourishing native plants and observe the local wildlife leisurely wandering by. Set on 20 acres at the Northern tip of Los Padres National Forest, this custom 2700 square foot residence provides a tranquil haven 10 minutes to Morro Bay and 25 minutes to Cayucos, Paso Wine Country, and San Luis Obispo.

Vintage Cottage - on vineyard + feat. on Netflix

Nestled on 66 acres in the heart of Paso Robles wine country and featured on Netflix's hit show, Stays Here, is Vintage Ranch Cottage. Surrounded by mature vineyards and rolling hills, the cottage leaves nothing to be desired of the Paso Robles wine country experience. Centrally located 10 minutes to downtown, 5 minutes to the Adelaida wine trail, 15 minutes to Lake Nacimiento and 35 minutes to the coast! Come enjoy gorgeous Paso Robles and "stay here" at Vintage Ranch!

Gorgeous Hilltop Oasis with Pool and Expansive Views

Feel cares slip away in the serene saltwater pool set among ancient oaks and endless vistas. Enjoy one of Atascadero's most beautiful neighborhoods, sitting atop the Hills of the Central Coast. Morning strolls are a literal walk in the clouds with stunning canyon views and deer roaming nearby. It's hard to believe this property is only 8 minutes from the freeway. This comfortable tri-level four bedroom home is perfectly practical for family or group entertaining.

Lake Views Hilltop Ranch - 160 Acre Escape

Secluded private hilltop cabin just 5 minutes from the marina, between Lake Nacimiento and Lake San Antonio. Set on 160 lake-view acres—bring your boats! Horses and longhorn cattle graze nearby (and no flies!). This artfully designed 3BR, 2BA ranch home offers sweeping lake, valley, and mountain views. Located on the Wildflower Triathlon route—perfect for cycling, scenic drives to wineries and missions, and epic stargazing. Wildlife sightings possible!

Coastal Breezes -10 Minutes from Hearst Castle

Coastal Breezes & 10 minute drive to Hearst Castle.| Escape the hustle in this peaceful, light-filled haven. Featuring massive sliding glass doors that blur the line between the cozy living room and the Pacific Ocean, our home invites the outdoors in. After a day of exploring Hearst Castle (just 10 minutes away!) or walking the Moonstone Beach boardwalk, come home to sink into plush bedding and watch the sunset from your private ocean-view deck.

Enchanting Cambria home ocean view: 2blocks2ocean

Welcome to our comfortable and clean 3-bedroom ocean view home. Feel the ocean breeze, listen to the waves and relish the view as you savor your morning coffee on one of the two decks. This marine terrace Cambria home boasts a great location in a quiet neighborhood on the Marine Terrace. It is an easy 2-block stroll to the ocean and a 5-minute walk to the start of the Bluff Trail of the 400 acre oceanside Fiscalini Ranch preserve.

Oceanside, Restored, Vintage, Retreat in Cambria

Escape to our charming beach house with unparalleled ocean views. This cozy retreat features a fireplace in the living rooms, an open-concept design, a fully equipped kitchen, and three comfortable bedrooms. Spend your days unwinding on the expansive deck, perfect for lounging and barbecues. Explore the nearby town's attractions and immerse yourself in the coastal beauty of Cambria. Your dream beach vacation awaits.