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Oceanfront, ideal for a romantic getaway. Walk to beach.

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Aerial view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 9325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Carmel, CA
  • Garrapata State Park
    3 min drive
  • Garrapata Beach
    3 min drive
  • Point Lobos Ranch
    4 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    16 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Oceanfront, ideal for a romantic getaway. Walk to beach.

We are a Super Host and Guest Favorite on the other, bigger vacation rental site. Our repeat guests often book up our calendar, so we haven't had many guests from VRBO yet. So, if you have any questions, just ask; I'll be happy to answer right away!
Here's more about The Dolphin House: Fall asleep to the sound of the waves and wake up to watch for dolphins, sea otters, and whales. Take the path to a secluded beach or a scenic 10-minute drive to Carmel restaurants or Big Sur hiking. Just 8 miles away are Pebble Beach and Monterey. Our home is fully appointed with natural wood, stone and glass , designer furniture, and a chef-equipped kitchen. All sheets are 800 or 600-thread count 100% sustainable cotton. All amenities are natural and earth-friendly.

Many couples rent the house for a romantic retreat, so the base listed rate is for two guests. There’s a fee for each additional guest. Groups only pay per guest, not a maximum occupancy of 9. The home’s two entries offer privacy among guests, with the Guest Wing ideal for extended families. All 4 bedrooms have bathrooms en-suite and there's a 5th bathroom near the living room. A King suite and a queen plus twin suite are in the main part of the house, along with the living room , kitchen, dining area, reading nook, 5th bathroom, and access to the large deck. The Guest Wing opens to a large rec room/family room with access to a queen suite and a king suite upstairs with an ocean view.
Main entry:
+ Living room with wood-burning fireplace: Linen and raw-silk furniture
+ Dining area and counter seating
+ Sea watch sitting area: 2 swivel rockers.
+ Chef’s Kitchen with Blue Star range. All-Clad, Sur La Table, and Henckels cookware and serving ware, as well as four coffee-making systems.
* Riedel crystal glasses, Heath and Le Creuset ceramics, Henckels knives, and cutlery.
* Natural table linens and cotton napkins.
+Small bathroom with vintage clawfoot tub
+Host’s suite has a king bed with a door to the deck and hot tub, plus an outdoor shower. The bathroom en suite has a partial ocean view and a large, curbless shower. Towel warmer, salon-quality hair dryer.
+Twin suite. One queen bed, one twin. The bathroom en suite has a partial ocean view, jacuzzi tub /shower, towel warmer, hair dryer
The second entry opens to
+ Rec room. Huge Dr. Pitt sectional, small fireplace, pinball machine, foosball, music keyboard, TV, Apple TV+ (with Netflix, Disney, etc) board games, skylights, partial ocean-view deck.
+ Upstairs guest suite. King bed. Ocean view, gas fireplace. Bathroom en-suite features antique vanity and a large glass-tiled shower. Towel warmer, salon-quality hair dryer.
+ Lower guest suite has a queen bed. Includes small workspace alcove: leather Bellini chair and basic desk. The bathroom en suite has a full-size glass-tiled shower. Towel warmer, hair dryer.

The main deck faces the ocean and features a hot tub and outdoor furniture. A hot water shower is around the corner for privacy. A storage chest keeps outdoor cushions dry and clean.

Shaded by Monterey pines, a stone patio faces the ocean. It has a teak dining set and holsters for two hammocks.

Internet is ATT UVerse's highest speed with hardware and wifi booster upgraded in October 2022.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Gibson Beach. You'll find features like breakfast (surcharge), a spa tub, and an arcade/game room. Free WiFi and a jetted tub are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • 11 minutes by car from Carmel Beach and 12 minutes from 17-Mile Drive
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a spa tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The family-friendly vacation home also features a garden and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

karen e.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Soap
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Table football
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children count toward occupancy limit.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Oceanfront, ideal for a romantic getaway. Walk to beach. Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carmel vacation
The house was amazing! Spacious, clean and with gorgeous ocean views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

van p.

Liked: Cleanliness
a few surprises
will send my comments directly to Karen for review first.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for a family gathering
Everything was just as described or better. Beautifully appointed home and a great kitchen for cooking. The views are better than the pictures with the amazing sounds of waves just below. Lots of room to find your own space or be together as the whole group.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023