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Carmel Hilltop Retreat - Views, Fire Pit, Hot Tub!

Vacation home in Carmel with kitchen and patio

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4 bedrooms, travel crib, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Interior
Terrace/patio

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carmel

Located in Rancho Rio Vista within 2 miles (3 km) of The Barnyard, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Carmel Mission Basilica. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a TV.

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Sunset Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • 17-Mile Drive - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Carmel Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 23 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jeju Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stationæry - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grasing's - ‬7 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.

Carmel Hilltop Retreat - Views, Fire Pit, Hot Tub!

About this space
Welcome to Hilltop Retreat, a beautiful home set above Hatton Canyon overlooking the treetops.
Situated on over an acre, the privacy and views will make you feel like you’re in Big Sur, yet you’re conveniently located in Carmel only minutes to downtown and all the attractions the Monterey Bay Area has to offer.
This home is beautifully updated and a comfortable space for family and friends, we welcome you to stay in our zen-like retreat and hope you have a wonderful time!
The space
With 3 bedrooms, 2 baths in the main house, and a separate studio unit, there is ample space to sleep 8 people comfortably. A bonus space set up as a game room/den creates a fun atmosphere for the everyone to gather around after a long day of sightseeing. Prepare a gourmet meal in the chefs kitchen or bbq on the patio, and finish off your night with a soak in the hot tub under the stars.

Bed/Bath Set Up: Sleeps 8 (pack n play available).

Bedroom #1: King Bed, sleeps 2. Private deck with sliding doors.
Bath #1: Full bath, en-suite, stand up shower.

Bedroom #2: King Bed, sleeps 2. Sliding doors out to patio area.

Bedroom #3: King Bed, sleeps 2. Sliding doors out to patio area.

Bath #2: Guest bath, stand-up shower.

Studio: Queen Bed, sleeps 2. Private entrance.
Bath #3: Stand-up shower, en-suite.

Living Room: Open space with views of the forest, perfect for gathering with family and friends.

Dining: Dining table seats 8 people, 4 additional eating spaces at island in kitchen.

Game Room: Sectional couch, ping-pong table, TV, games.

Outdoor Area: Unwind on the multiple decks, or enjoy sitting by the fire-pit on the patio. A hot tub is located off the patio with views of the forest.

Washer/Dryer: located in the Game Room.

We take pride in maintaining a clean and hygienic environment for our guests. Our home is cleaned with hospital-grade, environmentally friendly, pet- and child-safe cleaning solutions. Our primary cleaning agent kills 99.99% of all pathogens known to man, making it a sanitizer that kills 99.99% of common bacteria and a virucide that kills 99.99% of viruses, including Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2, Influenza A2, CV1 through 19, Ebola, HBV, and HIV-1, Hepatitis C.

TOT Certificate #002035

Please note that Monterey County Ordnance requires us to collect a Transient Occupancy Tax equal to 10.5% of the rent. If the vacation rental website you're using doesn't support collection of T.O.T, you'll need to pay the tax directly to us before or upon arrival for all rentals shorter than 30 days.

To ensure proper security for our owners, guests, and contractors, we may have electronic surveillance equipment installed on the exterior of the property. We may conduct monitoring and surveillance activities limited to locations that do not violate the reasonable expectations of privacy. We do not record confidential or sensitive information. We do not install electronic surveillance inside the home, but we may cover doors to the exterior with electronic surveillance.

If you're planning on staying with us for more than 28 days, please note that monthly rental rates are discounted, but guests will be required to pay for gas, electric, and water utilities in addition to the quoted rental rate.
Guest access
Access to the entire home and studio.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a travel crib, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

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)

Policies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Rancho Rio Vista, close to Monterey Bay Aquarium, Carmel Beach, and Pebble Beach Golf Links. You'll also find 17-Mile Drive and Carmel Mission Basilica within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Carmel Hilltop Retreat - Views, Fire Pit, Hot Tub! a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a firepit.

Does Carmel Hilltop Retreat - Views, Fire Pit, Hot Tub! have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is 8 mi away (18 minutes by car). Another top airport is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is located 25.7 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Carmel Hilltop Retreat - Views, Fire Pit, Hot Tub!?

Yes, every accommodation at Carmel Hilltop Retreat - Views, Fire Pit, Hot Tub! comes with a deck.

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