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On the beach
On the beach
On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Carmel, CA
  • Point Lobos Ranch
    2 min walk
  • Monastery Beach
    4 min walk
  • Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
    6 min walk
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    11 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Carmel

When you stay at this cottage in Carmel, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. .This beach cottage is 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from Monterey Bay and 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Monterey Bay Aquarium.
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What's nearby

  • Monastery Beach - 4 min walk
  • Point Lobos State Natural Reserve - 6 min walk
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 4 min drive
  • Carmel Plaza - 5 min drive
  • Carmel Beach - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 20 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bagel Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mission Ranch Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads BBQ - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Beach Front Cottage



Professionally Cleaned
Professionally Laundered Linens

Guests will enjoy the rich history of whaling, dairy operations, abalone fishing, and canning which were among many thriving business that A.M. Allan operated on this historic property dating back to 1898. This level home is perfectly situated to maximize the views of Point Lobos and is just a few steps to Monastery Beach — famous for diving and pounding ocean swells. Take pleasure in the sweeping panoramic ocean views of Point Lobos and a white sand beach as your backyard. Scuba divers come from far and wide to enjoy the kelp forests, otters, seals, whales and other wildlife found in the waters off Monastery Beach. Hardwood floors, fireplace and large glass panels blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living. 3 cottages on property. Two 2 bedroom one 3 bedroom.


Keywords: Beach Front Property, CLOSE TO BEACH, Ocean Views of Point Lobos Monastery Beach. Cottage sleeps 4

Pet Fee of $195 is required. Please notify VRBO if you plan on bringing a dog.

No Weddings, Parties or Events of any kind are allowed.

Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
This smoke-free cottage features books, snorkeling nearby, and surfing/body boarding nearby. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby, kayaking nearby, and sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Patrick & Sara Whisler

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Must have signed Pet Agreement and pay fee of $195

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Charming Beach Front Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 77 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
The ocean, shoreline and cottage were wonderful. We sat outside and talked for hours and listened to the ocean. We had everything we needed in the cottage and then some. Would willingly return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary trip
The view alone is worth staying here. We had both back doors open any time we were there. The layout is perfect for enjoying the sound of the waves and the view of the sunset. The house is also perfectly located for being able to do day trips to San Francisco or Big Sur. If you are looking for a place to stay that is cozy and has amazing views you found it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
Fabulous location! The cottage was clean, comfortable and well stocked. Lots of nearby trails to hike, and a lovely patio to enjoy the sunset over Point Lobos. Despite being right on the beach, it still felt secluded and peaceful. We hope to come back again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hard to beat
There are very few beach side properties to rent in the area. We scouted this place out the previous year and booked it straight away. Great location and pretty easy access to anywhere on the peninsula. Great views of Point Lobos etc. and loved the history associated directly to the founder.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T., California

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredibly Special Property
My husband and I have been fortunate to spend 3 anniversaries on this property- 2019 in the Whaler's, 2021 in the Abalone, and this year in the Sea Otter Cottage. We LOVE all 3 of them. This location is so amazing- incredible views of the beach, ocean and Point Lobos. All 3 are very well equipped, maintained and cleaned. The Whaler is obviously better suited to larger groups, due to its size. The Whaler and Abalone have more unobstructed ocean views from the large windows, however, the Sea Otter has the benefit of more privacy/seclusion since it is tucked back in a bit. We preferred this location, as it also comes with more direct, private beach access. We would stay here every year if we could. If you are lucky enough to be able to find any of these open during your dates of travel, book it! You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elissha D., Chandler, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We had a great stay at this beautiful property! The location is fantastic and the quaint cottage was just what the two of us needed. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation
The Sea Otter cottage surpassed our expectations. The cottage is beautiful, cozy, and has all the comforts of home. We enjoyed cooking every meal because the quality of every kitchen item from pots and pans to knives were top notch and in new condition. We loved the private patio with our own path down to the beach. The views are breathtaking! It was the perfect vacation for us. Definitely will book again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALvin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Very special place
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A magical site
I'm so glad we took the opportunity to stay in this comfortable, homey place in a truly breathtaking setting. Just the reset our hearts and heads needed. I hope we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Ruth M., Alden

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location
We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was convenient to places we visited and the views were beautiful. The kitchen is well equipped and nicely laid out. The couch is very comfortable. I gave it four stars because the smaller bathroom is so tiny that it is hard to use the toilet and its door does not lock or even latch. Also, the hall rugs are loose and I tripped a few times on them.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie R., Carmel, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful beach cottage
Very pleasant rustic small cottage right on Monastery Beach which is more secluded than the main Carmel Beach. I was by myself with my dog, and it is perfect for that purpose. But it also would be for 4 people. Excellent kitchen equipment, very easy to cook meals and eat on the patio, weather permitting. Good beds, fluffy towels, and at night only the sound of the waves to help you sleep. Carmel Meadow Trail is one of the most beautiful ones in the region, full of flowers, sweet scents and gorgeous views of Point Lobos. Somewhat on the expensive side with all the ad-ons, but if you can afford it, you won't regret it. I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth C., San Jose, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach cottage next to Point Lobos
Loved the stay at the Sea Otter Cottage #3, right at edge of Monastery Beach and 10 minute walk from Point Lobos Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

laurence M., San Francisco Bay area

Liked: Cleanliness
We will come back
Wonderful stay at this property. Nice location. Plenty of hiking near by ( the weather was superb that week which helped.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grace E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location next to coastal trail
Sweet private cottage in glorious location. All was as advertised.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed get away!!!!!
We will be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage on the Beach
Small cottage right on the beach! Location is between Carmel and Carmel Highlands areas. Close proximity to everything including Monterey, Pebble Beach, Carmel by the Sea, Big Sur, etc. While a bit tough to find initially (follow owner’s instructions), the location can’t be beat! Cottage has a well stocked Kitchen, although we didn’t utilize much given the variety of dining options in the area. Owners are responsive to any problems. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem on private beach
My wife found this place in summer 2020 when we were looking to get away and we've been in love ever since! Just finished our 2nd stay, and can't wait to come back many more times. There are 3 cottages, and we have stayed at 2 of them now (Abalone and Sea Otter). We have an 8 year old as well as dogs, and the fact that this is pet friendly means the world to us because they are part of our family and we hate leaving them when we travel. Despite all 3 cottages being on the same priperty, each cottage feels secluded and private. You have access to a huge common area that is right on the beach, as well as immediate access to the beach. The cottages are spacious, clean, the booking process and communication is very easy and efficient, and we can't wait to book all 3 so we can bring extended family. Our son was just saying how much he loves this place and can't wait to come back as we were driving away. Cannot recommend this highly enough!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
in gratitude for this special time
such an amazing and peaceful time to relax and rejuvenate. just me, the ocean and nature.... such a sweet special spot! feeling so grateful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn (Kate) L.

Liked: Cleanliness
my escape to Sea Otter
This was my second time at the sea otter cottage. It has the most beautiful setting, right on the ocean but sheltered from the wind. Very private, even with two other cottages on the site. The owners provided everything I might possibly need to enjoy my stay. It's cozy, but the two bedrooms are spacious. I had one friend at a time for a couple of days each, and some alone time as well. There is a great ocean bluff trail just outside the property. My only wish was that the ocean at Monastery Beach wasn't dangerous, so no wading. But I enjoyed sitting on the beach anyway and found some great shells. And the Point Lobos Reserve is almost walking distance from the cottage which is a bonus. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants a nice relaxing stay. The three cottages have two bedrooms and extra couch sleeping space, so it would be great for a small family reunion since there is a large common space too.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobby B., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Trip
Our short stay was pleasuable. We would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, quaint, comfortable and beautiful
This was our second stay at the Sea Otter. We love this place! Perfect for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Never disappointed
This was our second time at this property and it’s the best location in Carmel if you love hiking and the beach. The patio looks out on the ocean and is perfect for dinner alfresco. We will be returning as soon as we can!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yezdi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet beach front house
Would definitely visit again. Secluded, yet conveniently located, not far from shopping and adjacent to Point Lobos.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
My husband and I visited the Otter Cottage in November for a wedding and it was amazing! It’s steps away from hiking trails along the ocean, yet only minutes to drive into Carmel for dinner. The cottage had WiFi access and a fully stocked kitchen. It was clean and perfect! We immediately booked another visit for January!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P., San Francisco since 1994

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beachside getaway
Everything we might need was available in Sea Otter Cottage, including beach and trail walks right out the gate! We ate out, we stayed in, we walked, we went to Point Lobos for longer hiking. It didn't even matter that the cool California coastal fog was a frequent companion - it is summer after all! Thank you for sharing your perfect beachside getaway with your guests.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021