What would living in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea look like for you? Perhaps it's peaceful breakfasts enjoyed inside a sunlit bay window nook as you gaze out toward the Pacific Ocean. Maybe you imagine yourself following stone pathways through fragrant gardens that transport you into a private world of color and imagination. Morning walks on the beach with your dog? Meeting friends at a cafe just minutes from home? A spontaneous afternoon of wine tasting or shopping? You can enjoy all this and more when you become the new owner of this beautiful home just one block from the Golden Rectangle. The downstairs unit offers a spacious bedroom, a kitchen with granite countertops, a dining area, a sophisticated bathroom, and a cozy sitting room with a peek of the ocean. Arched built-ins add distinctive character while optimizing the space. Upstairs, cathedral ceilings add height, while expansive windows fill the living room with light and frame breathtaking views of the ocean and Point Lobos. The adjacent kitchen feels warm and chic, with a pass-through window that keeps you connected with friends and family gathered around the living room fireplace. Life is beautiful when you can enjoy true privacy in the heart of a world-class destination. Your dream Carmel investment is right here.
Nestled in the serene Carmel Highlands on just over three acres, the name on the gate, Cypress Sanctuary, describes this property perfectly. This extraordinary home offers a panoramic ocean view, an open floor plan with a large deck off the living room. For privacy, the home is securely gated and fully fenced, creating a secluded retreat. The home offers 5 spacious bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and includes private guest quarters, ideal for in-law accommodations or a nanny. The versatile downstairs area is perfect for hosting or unwinding, featuring a temperature-controlled wine cellar where you can savor your favorite vintages in style. Whether you envision a tranquil getaway or a vibrant coastal sanctuary for entertaining, this home provides the ideal backdrop. Don't miss the chance to transform this captivating coastal haven into your slice of paradise.
Nestled just two miles from Carmel, this property offers a serene escape on 1.8 acres of lush landscape. Surrounded by the soothing sounds of the Carmel River and whispers of the leaves this haven reveals a charming residence with expansive lawns and vistas. The single-story main home features a beautifully appointed three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath layout with light-filled spaces and an inviting eat-in kitchen. A stone fireplace, custom bookshelves, and refinished oak floors are enhanced by a skylight that illuminates marble counters and high-end appliances. With ample windows and doors leading outside, the living area extends to outdoor spaces, ideal for entertaining. The primary suite, a tranquil retreat, features a bay window overlooking a private fenced yard and deck. The spacious bath offers a spa-like experience with granite and stone finishes. A standalone one-bedroom, one bath guest house provides versatile space for guests or an office. Enjoy breathtaking southwest mountain views, framed by lawns and olive trees. The grounds include a two-stall barn with paddocks, a workshop, and a tack room. The property is supported by its own irrigation well and CalAm water service. This is more than a home; it's a place to celebrate life in Carmel Valley with friends and family.
Set amongst the rolling hillsides of Clint Eastwood's world-renowned Tehama Golf Club, this exceptional 6,949 SqFt estate offers 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths and premium craftsmanship throughout. Built in 2007, the home features San Ardo stone exterior, Jerusalem limestone floors, and rich wood accents. The chef's kitchen boasts custom Eggersmann cabinetry from Germany, while Italian Rimadesio closets and Konnen GlasHaus windows highlight bespoke design. Expansive living areas include 4 interior fireplaces, a media room with 4K projection, and seamless indoor and outdoor flow to terraces, fire pits, and 2 pools - a lap pool and cold plunge, plus a spa. Modern living includes enterprise-grade 1 gigabit internet and internet-enabled whole-house automation, including a Lutron lighting system, Yamaha MusicCast audio, and Honeywell security with Nest cameras. Energy efficiency shines with a full solar array, 3 Tesla Powerwalls, and advanced water systems. With a detached 3-car garage, radiant heating, guest house renovations, outdoor entertaining spaces, and a plumbed Ooni pizza oven, this property blends elegance, technology, and comfort in one extraordinary residence. Just minutes to world-class beaches, shopping, and restaurants, this is an incredible opportunity for Carmel luxury living.
Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this bright single-level Carmel home captures the essence of coastal living. Located in one of Carmels most sought-after family neighborhoods with level streets perfect for bike rides, Hatton Canyon trails and the Carmel beach just beyond your back gate. Enjoy proximity to downtown, beaches, golf, shopping, restaurants, and all three top-rated Carmel schools. Inside, light fills the home through dual-pane windows, complementing fresh paint and new LVP floors. A newer roof, updated countertops, sewer line, and finished garage offer peace of mind. Newly landscaped front yard on drip irrigation. Move-in ready and waiting for your personal touch.
Welcome to 31 Del Mesa Carmel, a rare E-Model retreat with Ocean Views. Discover your private sanctuary in the prestigious Del Mesa Carmel community, where peace, luxury, and panoramic ocean views come together in perfect harmony, making every day feel like a vacation. Step into the light-filled great room, where walls of glass blur the line between indoors and out, immersing you in the surrounding forest and distant ocean vistas. The gourmet kitchen featuring high-end appliances, with sleek countertops, and an open layout ideal for entertaining. It flows seamlessly into the inviting living room, complete with a cozy gas fireplace, custom built-in bookshelves, and a casual dining area. Step outside onto the wrap-around deck to enjoy dramatic sunsets and whispering coastal breezes. Inside, radiant heated luxury vinyl flooring adds warmth and elegance, while both bedrooms offer serene forest views and exceptional privacy. Living at Del Mesa Carmel means more than just a beautiful homeits a lifestyle. Voted the #1 retirement community on the Monterey Peninsula, residents enjoy access to Woodys award-winning restaurant, a well-stocked library, guarded gate, resort-style amenities including a pool, spa, fitness center, lawn bowling, and vibrant social activities.
This extraordinary Carmel Highlands is a rare offering steeped in history, artistry and timeless coastal beauty. Designed to live flexibly, the home can be enjoyed as two or three separate units or one expansive family retreat. Originally built as a 915 sq ft cabin, the home was thoughtfully expanded in 1975 with a striking architectural addition designed by Peter Lee and crafted by master builder Stephen Trapkus alongside the current family who have cherished it for over 50 years. The result is a soulful blend of rustic charm and architectural elegance, where soaring wood-beamed ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and walls of glass frame sweeping wooded and peek-a-boo ocean views. Natural light floods every room, creating warm and inviting interiors that harmonize with the surrounding redwoods, Monterey pines, and rugged coastline. Carmel Highlands itself has a storied legacy, envisioned in 1915 by Frank Devendorf as a creative haven for artists, writers, and sculptors. Now enhanced with modern amenities, including high-speed internet for those seeking both seclusion and connectivity. This property embodies the magic of Carmel Highlands where history, art, and nature converge. Private Beach Access! Welcome Home!
Located on a corner lot in a prime Carmel Point location just moments from Carmel Beach, this exceptional home offers ocean views, beautifully designed living spaces, and seamlessly blends elegance, warmth and comfort. Features include an inviting formal entry with charming Dutch door, spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace, open beam ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, chef's kitchen with top-tier appliances and sun-drenched breakfast room with high ceilings and walls of glass, and an elegant formal dining room with fireplace. The upstairs family/media room makes gathering with friends and family a must with cozy fireplace, bar sink and views of the ocean and distant Pebble Beach golf links, while the luxurious primary bedroom suite has a private, south-facing deck, and spa-like bath complete with concrete counters, teak accents, large stall shower and relaxing soaking tub with jets. The attached oversized 2-car garage provides ample storage space, and paver driveway features additional off-street parking. The fully fenced yard has multiple patio areas, tranquil water feature, lush, established greenery, rose garden, lavender patch and rock garden. This Carmel home on the point is a rare find offering the perfect blend of luxury, livability, privacy and location.
Carmel Coastal Retreat Beside Sea Star Ranch - Set along the Pacific with panoramic ocean vistas, this brand-new modern masterpiece designed by Mary Ann Schicketanz, offers an unparalleled lifestyle rooted in nature and refined in design. Adjacent to Sea Star Ranch, an acclaimed equine sanctuary, this home is a sanctuary unto itself. Glass French doors open to and invite in the seascape, while an open-concept layout flows effortlessly from indoor luxury to outdoor serenity. Highlights include a designer kitchen with top-tier appliances, a serene primary suite with a private ocean-view terrace and spa-like bathroom with sauna, and multiple guest suites for hosting. Smart technology and sustainable features blend seamlessly with timeless coastal aesthetics. Whether a private escape or a full time retreat, this home offers connection to land, sea, and self and just minutes to hiking, beaches, world renowned restaurants and everything downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea has to offer.
Welcome to Landfall, a true Carmel cottage with all the warmth and delights of a home much loved. With its roomy living/dining space complete with open ceiling, original white oak floors, and brick fireplace you can easily imagine the joys of friendship and family shared here. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located in a prime location just off Ocean Ave and less than two blocks to the beach offers perfect proximity to the magic of early morning beach strolls and the awe of Carmel sunsets. Open the windows and listen to the crashing waves or relax in the sun on the large upstairs deck. Make your way to the lovely back garden with some of the biggest hydrangea blooms in town and gather with friends around the stone fireplace on those chilly summer evenings. Landfall is everything Carmel is meant to be.
Welcome to Landfall, a true Carmel cottage with all the warmth and delights of a home much loved. With its roomy living/dining space complete with open ceiling, original white oak floors, and brick fireplace you can easily imagine the joys of friendship and family shared here. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located in a prime location just off Ocean Ave and less than two blocks to the beach offers perfect proximity to the magic of early morning beach strolls and the awe of Carmel sunsets. Open the windows and listen to the crashing waves or relax in the sun on the large upstairs deck. Make your way to the lovely back garden with some of the biggest hydrangea blooms in town and gather with friends around the stone fireplace on those chilly summer evenings. Landfall is everything Carmel is meant to be.
It has it all! This newly constructed 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, craftsman style home, is designed by Thomas Bateman Hood. The property is steps from the center of Carmel Village, with views of the water and a long list of amenities, that make this a truly unique property. There is lots of attention to details with coffered and wood ceilings, American white oak wood floors, radiant heating throughout, solar energy system with battery back-up, two Tesla wall charges, lots of built in storage and bonus basement rooms in the oversized garage, outdoor kitchen and the list goes on. Come and experience this well-crafted home.
Brand new and built from the ground up, this Carmel-by-the-Sea residence combines timeless craftsmanship with modern design. Situated on a quiet stretch of Mission Street between Santa Lucia and 13th Avenue, the home offers both tranquility and convenience, with a straight stroll down to the beach or an easy walk into town. The two-story design features floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the interiors in natural light. The main level features wide-plank oak floors, a luxurious primary suite with quartzite finishes, eight-foot alder doors, and an open, airy layout that combines comfort and elegance. Take in beautiful views of the Mal Paso hills and Carmel's historic water tower from the upstairs bedroom. Other highlights include a laundry room and attached garage, forced air heating with a dual-zone furnace, copper gutters and downspouts, and handcrafted alder doors, all of which reflect the care and quality of this new construction. With its seamless blend of modern amenities, refined finishes, and an ideal location, this home offers a rare turnkey opportunity to enjoy the Carmel lifestyle in style and comfort.
Brand new and built from the ground up, this Carmel-by-the-Sea residence combines timeless craftsmanship with modern design. Situated on a quiet stretch of Mission Street between Santa Lucia and 13th Avenue, the home offers both tranquility and convenience, with a straight stroll down to the beach or an easy walk into town. The two-story design features floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the interiors in natural light. The main level features wide-plank oak floors, a luxurious primary suite with quartzite finishes, eight-foot alder doors, and an open, airy layout that combines comfort and elegance. Take in beautiful views of the Mal Paso hills and Carmel's historic water tower from the upstairs bedroom. Other highlights include a laundry room and attached garage, forced air heating with a dual-zone furnace, copper gutters and downspouts, and handcrafted alder doors, all of which reflect the care and quality of this new construction. With its seamless blend of modern amenities, refined finishes, and an ideal location, this home offers a rare turnkey opportunity to enjoy the Carmel lifestyle in style and comfort.
Wonderful 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom end unit tucked away in the beautiful Hacienda Carmel. This home features an updated open floor plan with high ceilings and kitchen that overlooks the living area. French doors offer natural light and open out to a private patio area that beckons relaxing, gardening, or dining outdoors. The spacious primary bedroom has a walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom, while the second guest bedroom offers extra space for guests or a home office. Hacienda Carmel offers the best of Carmel living at a great price. Enjoy on-site restaurant, pool, putting green, walkable trails, and more!
A Premier Setting at Santa Lucia Preserve. Set on one of the most desirable parcels along Rancho San Carlos Road just 3 miles from the Hacienda and 5 miles from the Gatehouse. 43 Rancho San Carlos Road offers a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and convenient access to both the vibrant Santa Lucia Preserve and the charm of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Designed by Hart Howerton Architects, the residence draws inspiration from Californias Arts and Crafts tradition and the timeless Prairie Farmhouse. The result is a home rich in craftsmanship and detail, yet light-filled and open to its surroundings. Inside, the homes heart features an open-concept living and dining area framed by expansive views of the coastal foothills. Two inviting sitting areas, each with a wood-burning fireplace, flank the dining space and open effortlessly to a spacious outdoor living terrace perfect for golden sunsets and star-filled nights. A gracious guest wing welcomes visitors at the eastern end of the home, while the private primary suite anchors the west, offering serene woodland views beneath a canopy of mature oaks. Quietly tucked into the landscape, a private study provides a retreat for reflection or creative pursuits, with a second study offering sweeping mountain vistas.
Carmel-by-the-Sea is a timeless beacon of European sensibility in a shifting world. The choice to acquire property here is an indication that you understand quality and artistry of the rarest varieties: chiseled by the hands of Mother Nature herself, unfaltering in intelligence of design, yet never without a playful dash of whimsy. Updated throughout with the finest materials, this jewel is 1.5 walking blocks from town and a block from the Forest Theater. Yet, standing on Santa Rita, you would never know it was there. Stone paths wind through dazzling gardens down to a hidden home in beautiful harmony with surrounding oaks, their branches winding up to the sky, greeting those in both the mid-level primary suite and a second primary suite that feels like a canopy retreat. A calming glow radiates through skylights on vaulted wood ceilings and, in the living room, through a stained-glass window that washes the entire space in subtle hues of peach and green. There is an enthralling organic quality to this turnkey home, evident in each facet from the Jerusalem limestone flooring and the Brazilian hardwood deck to the curve of a Juliet balcony and lines that draw the eye precisely where you never knew you wanted it to go. Such is the wonder of Carmel. You come to expect the unexpected.
Carmel-by-the-Sea is a timeless beacon of European sensibility in a shifting world. The choice to acquire property here is an indication that you understand quality and artistry of the rarest varieties: chiseled by the hands of Mother Nature herself, unfaltering in intelligence of design, yet never without a playful dash of whimsy. Updated throughout with the finest materials, this jewel is 1.5 walking blocks from town and a block from the Forest Theater. Yet, standing on Santa Rita, you would never know it was there. Stone paths wind through dazzling gardens down to a hidden home in beautiful harmony with surrounding oaks, their branches winding up to the sky, greeting those in both the mid-level primary suite and a second primary suite that feels like a canopy retreat. A calming glow radiates through skylights on vaulted wood ceilings and, in the living room, through a stained-glass window that washes the entire space in subtle hues of peach and green. There is an enthralling organic quality to this turnkey home, evident in each facet from the Jerusalem limestone flooring and the Brazilian hardwood deck to the curve of a Juliet balcony and lines that draw the eye precisely where you never knew you wanted it to go. Such is the wonder of Carmel. You come to expect the unexpected.
Pardon My Tree sits in Carmels coveted Golden Rectangle, offering the rare convenience of a flat stroll to downtown shops, restaurants, and to the beach. Step inside to a warm and inviting living room with a classic Carmel stone fireplace, vaulted wood-beamed ceiling, and expansive windows that bathe the space in natural light. Both bedrooms are generously sized, with plush wool Berber carpet, ample closets, and sliding doors that open to a private deck. Details include hardwood floors, wood shutters, an open kitchen with adjoining dining area and 1 car garage with storage. Outdoors, multiple decks and a Carmel stone patio create serene spaces to enjoy the coastal lifestyle. With its one-level floor plan, meticulous upkeep, and unbeatable location, Pardon My Tree is a quintessential Carmel retreat where every day feels like a vacation and downtown is just a short, easy walk away.
Welcome to your quintessential Carmel-by-the-Sea cottagefull of charm, character, and coastal allure. This single-level 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers 1,248 sq.ft. of thoughtfully designed living space on a 4,000 sq.ft. lot, perfect for relaxed living and entertaining. Inside, youll find beautiful hardwood floors throughout, vaulted ceilings, and warm, light-filled spaces that feel both cozy and refined. The kitchen features granite countertops, a separate wine refrigerator, and Viking gas stove. Step outside onto the ocean view deckideal for morning coffee or sunset gatherings. Just an easy stroll to town or a short walk down 4th Avenue to iconic Carmel Beach, this home is perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of the Carmel lifestyle. Even more, the property comes with approved plans to expand the deck above the garage and add a luxurious Primary Bedroom as an ADUoffering exceptional potential for added living space or income opportunity. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to own a slice of Carmel charm.
Welcome to your quintessential Carmel-by-the-Sea cottagefull of charm, character, and coastal allure. This single-level 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers 1,248 sq.ft. of thoughtfully designed living space on a 4,000 sq.ft. lot, perfect for relaxed living and entertaining. Inside, youll find beautiful hardwood floors throughout, vaulted ceilings, and warm, light-filled spaces that feel both cozy and refined. The kitchen features granite countertops, a separate wine refrigerator, and Viking gas stove. Step outside onto the ocean view deckideal for morning coffee or sunset gatherings. Just an easy stroll to town or a short walk down 4th Avenue to iconic Carmel Beach, this home is perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of the Carmel lifestyle. Even more, the property comes with approved plans to expand the deck above the garage and add a luxurious Primary Bedroom as an ADUoffering exceptional potential for added living space or income opportunity. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to own a slice of Carmel charm.
Get ready for a home with a wealth of amenities right at your doorstep, breathtaking scenery, abundant outdoor activities, and ease of living. It all awaits you behind the private gates in warm Carmel Valley Ranch. This beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 and a half bath townhome offers spacious rooms, inviting spaces, and indoor living that is equally matched to the outdoors. With a living room fireplace to cozy up to, family room, high ceilings, an abundance of natural light, spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and main level master bedroom suite. There is not much that you will not find here. Enjoy the warm summer breeze from either the deck or the enclosed patio or go for a round of golf, take a walk on the scenic trails, or to the weekend farmers market and nearby grocery store. Whether you're savoring a quiet evening at home or mingling with neighbors, this home offers an unmatched blend of tranquility, easy living and vibrant community life. Come and see it for yourself.
Nestled in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, McChesney House is a storybook single-level cottage that perfectly captures the essence of coastal living. Thoughtfully renovated in 2010 to preserve its timeless charm, this enchanting home features open-beam vaulted ceilings, skylights, a cozy window seat, charming flower boxes, and signature river rock accents throughout. Just a short stroll to both the white sand of Carmel Beach and town, the location offers the best of Carmel living. Mature oak trees frame the patio and deck, creating a peaceful and private space for outdoor living and entertaining. Inside, you'll find refinished Douglas Fir floors, built-in cabinetry, and a wood-burning fireplace. A single-car garage adds convenience to this idyllic retreat. Whether you're looking for a serene full-time residence or the perfect pied-a -terre, McChesney House is a rare and delightful gem in an unbeatable location!
Located in the gated San Clemente Rancho vacation resort community, this unique 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom cabin with loft nook, has majestic views of untamed nature. From two private decks you're enveloped in Carmel's redwood and laurel forests. The cabin features a fully equipped kitchen, cozy living room with a wood-burning stove, and a new tankless on-demand water heater. San Clemente Rancho offers unparalleled amenities: Bass and Trout Lake, hiking trails, pools, a hot tub, basketball courts, tennis courts, mini-golf, sports courts, and a members lodge with a gym, Starlink internet, and exclusive events. This cabin is for vacation use only; a primary residence elsewhere is required. Max 45-day consecutive stays are permitted, allowing for up to 6 months of use annually. Proof of funds (POF) is required for showings as this is a cash sale. A furnished option is available. PLEASE NOTE: The cabin is intended to serve as a vacation home and owners must have a primary residence elsewhere. Stays are limited to a maximum of 45 consecutive days, allowing for up to 6 months of use per year.
This beautifully updated 4 or 5 bedroom, 3 & 1/2 bath home offers 2,241 sq. ft. of stylish living space on a downtown 6,000 sq. ft. lot. The home features hardwood floors, updated kitchen and bathrooms, and fresh paint inside and out. Enjoy expansive views from Point Lobos to The Lodge and Pebble Beach Golf Links, with year-round sunset ocean views from the upstairs bedroom and balcony. Relax and entertain on the spacious main level deck off the great room, overlooking the freshly landscaped backyard. Conveniently located with easy access to Carmel Beach, Pebble Beach, and Downtown Carmel to enjoy the world class shopping and restaurants. A one-of-a-kind, must-see charming and spacious Carmel coastal retreat!

Carmel is located in California. Carmel, California has a population of 12,787. Carmel is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 23.08% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 35.83%.
The median household income in Carmel, California is $107,255. The median household income for the surrounding county is $82,013 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Carmel is 60.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 68 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 41.3 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 16.5 inches per year, with 0.1 inches of snow per year.