Visitors will love Carmel-by-the-Sea’s simple yet spectacular ocean and mountain vistas, historical sites, local art galleries, comfy inns, and dreamy cottages. This dog-friendly, quaint beach city is located on the Monterey Peninsula and overlooks the vast Pacific Ocean.
Enjoy the stunning sunset views from the white sands of Carmel Beach. You can also visit Point Lobos State Natural Reserve if you want to enjoy picnics while enjoying the scenic coast. Alternatively, you can explore artisan shops on Ocean Avenue. An extended stay would be an excellent idea to explore more attractions and immerse yourself in this city. To spice up your vacation, read on for the best long-term rentals in Carmel-By-The-Sea, California.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and long-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Beautifully decorated cottage with garden (from USD 440)
Spend a month in this clean, well-furnished cottage to get special discounts! You can walk down the stone path or sit on the stone bench to enjoy the tranquil views of the garden full of old coastal oak trees, flowery bushes, and a fountain. A private deck is also accessible for outdoor gatherings with friends and family.
You can access a sizable living cum dining space with cozy seats and a neatly remodeled kitchen. Additionally, you can work in complete privacy with the available office space.
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it was very clean and meticulously maintainedeverything is very clean and well-appointedRead more reviewsLocation:
we highly recommend this locationloved the easy walk to the market shops galleries and restaurants
2. Beautifully-lit European-style cottage
If you’re looking for a romantic stay, this charming European-style cottage will be perfect! The chandeliers dangling from the ceilings brighten each room featuring newly refurbished oak hardwood floors and lavish furnishings.
Two of the three bedrooms have French doors leading to private decks, where visitors can sit and enjoy drinks. The elegant Swiss kitchen provides the ultimate cooking and dining experience with a gas fireplace and six-chair table. Stay for more than 28 days to get the best discounts!
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States
6.57 km (4.1 mi) from Monterey Bay AquariumSuperhost
Accommodates: 5
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excellent amenities are provided for the bathroomsCleanliness:
the house is beautiful; it is clean and brightthe house is spotlessly clean and modern but still has that carmel charmcraig's place is a lovely clean well organized homeHost:
host was superb highly recommendthank you for being a great hostcraig is a wonderful host and the place is just as describedfinally craig was a great host – extremely responsive to all of our needs and questionscraig was an awesome host we will definitely stay here again when in the areaRead more reviewsLocation:
location is excellentbeautiful house in a great locationwalking distance to the town which is so lovelycozy intimate close enough to town and perfectly appointedthe location was great - just a quick walk into town and down to the beach
3. Opulent suite with lovely patio area (from USD 579)
This spacious deluxe suite features a living, dining, and kitchen area with everything a small group could need for a prolonged stay. The master bedroom includes a king bed, clean bedding, cushions, and an ensuite bathroom with a glass-door shower and bidet seat.
You’ll adore the patio area outside with its welcoming sofas and chairs, ideal for lounging with your loved ones. You can check in at least one month in advance to be eligible for the discounts.
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very comfortable beds and wonderful amenities in the apartmentthe view from the dining table was just brilliantbeautiful apartment and patiocraig had very thoughtfully put air purifiers in both roomsit is nice and roomy and the large outdoor area has plenty of tables grill and seatingCleanliness:
very clean and updatedwe had a great stay the apartment was spacious and clean very comfortable for our familythe accommodations were clean and updated with a nice outdoor space as welldefinitely a good place to stay and very very cleanthe place is spotless and the bed was so comfy…i’d recommend this place to anyoneHost:
craig is friendly & quick to respondand craig is super responsive and welcominglocation is ideal craig was a great host and responded quickly every time i had a question…craig was also very responsive and gave us detailed instructions well before our check in datecheck-in was easy craig sent very detailed instructions that were very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
if you wish to be in the middle of carmel activity this is a great locationthis is a great condo in a great location in carmelthis was the perfect location close to town and yet so restfuleasy walk to everything in carmelthe place is in an amazing location (2 min walk to downtown)
4. Well-furnished cottage near a museum (from USD 625)
This rental is a recently renovated cottage within a three-minute drive to Carmel Mission Basilica Museum. For stays of more than 28 days, the host provides generous check-out discounts.
Guests can enjoy a lovely beach view when cooking in the modern kitchen or feasting in the dining area with comfortable seating. The well-furnished living area boasts sofas, cushions, and even a fireplace to keep you warm during the winter. You can store your clothing, shoes, and other items in the spacious walk-in closet. On sunny days, relax on the wooden folding chairs in the backyard, surrounded by lovely flowers.
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even the kitchen cabinets are floating cabinets designed to be easy to replacegreat stay and we fully recommend the cozy cottagethe "cozy cottage" was great perfect for our tripwe had a fantastic stay at the cozy oakCleanliness:
great location and clean minimalist stylethe house was very clean and comfortable and spaciousthe house is very bright clean and cozythe house itself is clean and just like the name very cozythe house has a clean minimalistic feel with nice character features (wood floors retro tile etc)Host:
-the host was very kind and friendlygrace was a wonderful hostgrace was a great host very responsivegrace was a helpful host and we would be happy to stay there againthe host grace was prompt with all communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
-the location is amazinggreat location -- close to shopping restaurants and beachamazing location so close to walk to great restaurants wine tasting rooms and shoppingfantastic location with off street parkinggreat location and comfortable house we walked to the beach restaurants and shopping
5. Peaceful and adorable stone cottage (from USD 299)
If you’re looking to get away from the bustle of the city, then this lovely 1920s stone Cottage is the ideal getaway! When you enter through the front door, you’ll see wooden floors, wall-mounted shelving, and dining space for six people that’s flanked by comfortable sofas and faces the fireplace.
Peek through the windows to a delightful view of the fenced garden featuring a fountain and a private patio with lounge chairs. The cottage also has a quiet loft where you can read undisturbed. Discounts for more than 30 days are available for reservations in advance.
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the amenities inside were 10/10 and the beds were super comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and charmingit had everything we needed and was very clean and organizedwe had everything we needed in the house which was very clean cozy and peacefuleverything was sparkling clean and we wish we could have stayed for longerHost:
thank you tamara for being such an incredible hosttamara is a wonderful host and is very quick and thoughtful with her communicationpoets cottage was a very stylish and comfortable stay tamara was a super helpful host and quick with communicationsRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walking distance to the best restaurants and shoppinggreat location near everything would definitely recommend thanksa great cottage with character in a quiet location but also close to towneverything is in walking distance and many other great local attractions within driving distancevery good location minutes from the center and beach
6. Victorian cottage with a French-style kitchen (from USD 325)
The interior and outdoor décor of this Victorian cottage will win your heart. Have a fun time in the large backyard, which includes patio furniture, a fire pit, and a Weber grill. Plus, you can inquire about the rental discounts for stays longer than four weeks.
You’ll be welcomed with large living and dining rooms with high ceilings, a stone fireplace, and Venetian plaster walls. Glass doors in the French kitchen allow sunlight to pour in, creating a relaxing cooking environment. There are also two master suites and a third bedroom at your disposal.
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i especially liked her outdoor garden area with fountain/grill/patio and great well-stocked kitchenwe particularly enjoyed the light that poured into the spacious kitchen and upstairs master bedroomHost:
suzanne and her house manager dianna were great hostswe highly recommend this gracious host and homeher on site manager was delightful and very informativeand the host suzanne is just lovelysuzanne was a wonderful host and her place is absolutely lovely and well looked afterRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is idealthe location was perfect - close to town and close to beachwonderful location and beautifully appointed and organized accommodationthe location was super it is on a peacful beautiful street but walk distance to downtown beachthe location is amazing and the place is abundantly equipped
7. Six-person cottage surrounded by oak trees (from USD 525)
This cottage is close to Forest Hill Park and has bedrooms with queen-size Murphy beds, exceptionally soft mattresses, and bed linens. Guests can book a 30-day stay to receive generous discounts.
Cook in the gourmet kitchen, featuring a gas dual oven range and a window with a magnificent view of the backyard surrounded by oak trees. You can also watch Netflix television shows while lying on the leather sleeper sofa in the living room, which has shining hardwood floors.
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there is plenty of room in the house and the backyard which includes a fire pit is lovelythe house was spacious and the layout and amenities also provided a cozy welcoming feelthe upstairs bed was very comfortable and that bedroom is large and well furnishedHost:
very responsive and communicative hostshosts were very responsive and helpful and everything worked seamlesslyvery responsive and thorough owners tooRead more reviewsLocation:
very comfortable home at 7 mins walking distance to carmel’s downtown and walking distance to the beachthe location was perfect and close to the ocean and restaurantsvery nice comfortable well-appointed house in a central-yet-quiet location near downtown carmel and the beachvery convenient location to shops and beach but quiet and surrounded by beautiful trees
8. Spacious rental with a library (from USD 300)
Bookworms will love this bright, airy, and comfortable rental as it has a library den filled with books, a desk, chairs, and a sofa bed. The glass doors lead out to a backyard with a hammock and patio furniture.
Upstairs, you’ll find an inflatable twin mattress setup and a door leading to a deck where you can relax and bask in the stunning ocean view. You also don’t want to miss the special monthly discounts if you decide on a long-term stay.
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house is very comfortable clean lots of spaceHost:
stephanie is a very nice host always responded faststephanie is very responsive to our questions and is very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the house is in a great location and it’s very convenient to go to carmel downtown area and beachwas a great home in an amazing location highly recommended
Enjoy Carmel-By-The-Sea to the fullest
Whether vacationing with your friends, family, relatives, or colleagues, the mentioned vacation rentals are bound to provide the chance to enjoy this picturesque city at affordable rates. So book a stay in one of the best long-term rentals in Carmel-By-The-Sea, California.
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