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Stunning Ranch Home with Ocean Views

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Dining
Pool
Terrace/patio
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning Ranch Home with Ocean Views



The Acorn is located 2 miles south of Carmel across Highway One from Point Lobos State Park - one of the most magnificent and picturesque areas on the West Coast. This property is located on approximately 5 acres on the top of a knoll overlooking Carmel Bay, Pebble Beach and Point Lobos. Surrounded by open space and park land, the Acorn is a very private setting yet only a 5 minute drive to a new Safeway, shopping and Carmel-by-the-Sea shops and dining. Golf, scuba diving, hiking, beaches -- all close by. Big Sur is a scenic drive just 40 minutes south on Highway One. In addition to the main house, there is a charming guest house with full accommodations.


The Main House: The main house features a king master suite with sliding glass doors that provide romantic, breathtaking views of Point Lobos and Pebble Beach and access to the home's expansive deck. There is also a queen bedroom with separate bathroom and dressing room that also has access to the deck via sliding glass doors. Two additional bedrooms each have two twin beds.
Guest House: The guest cottage is a charming, cozy 2-room cottage with a king bed, full bath, kitchenette and laundry. This unique cottage provides ultimate privacy from the main house should you so desire. Yet it is close enough to provide additional guest accommodations for friends or family.

We allow a maximum of 8 guests, including infants and children.

Please note , no Events of any kind are permitted at The Acorn Ranch Home.

We allow up to 2 dogs for a fee of $195.


Property manager

Patrick & Sara Whisler

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: 1or 2 dogs allowed with $195 pet fee & agreement

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Carmel, CA

What's nearby

  • Point Lobos State Natural Reserve - 12 min walk
  • Monastery Beach - 18 min walk
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 6 min drive
  • Carmel Plaza - 7 min drive
  • Carmel Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 26 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bagel Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mission Ranch Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pacific's Edge Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Ranch Home with Ocean Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Stunning Ranch Home with Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Ranch Home with Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Ranch Home with Ocean Views located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Point Lobos Ranch and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Monastery Beach and Weston Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Stunning Ranch Home with Ocean Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., Sevierville

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family location
Charming, private property with great views, very spacious, terrific overall
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
This property is absolutely beautiful. Book it, you won't regret it. My family had a very relaxing and peaceful stay and will be back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful property
Our family gathered at this house to celebrate a "big" birthday. The house is huge and in a peaceful and beautiful location. It was convenient to go from there to Monterey and Point Lobos and the 17 mile drive and Big Sur. Our grandkids were excited to see the horses and cows and wild turkey in the back of the house. It was so pleasant to end our day on the patio in back and watch the beautiful sunset.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

RONALD M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great ranch house for a large group of friends
Unique old ranch, very well equipped, with horse, cows and turkeys walking around for a peaceful feeling and lots of fire places for group nights. Being across from Point Lobos Park a huge plus. Our group of 8 loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good times in Carmel
We were very happy with the house. It is a very unusual house with lots of interesting and unique features. All of the amenities were high end. The horses, cattle, and turkeys roaming the pasture were enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness
All that we had hoped for.
I take an annual golf trip with 7 other men, We look for a place where we can relax, chat and eat together in a low key environment. This home really filled the bill! It easily accommodated 8 of us. The large well stocked kitchen with a table for 8 in front of a large fireplace was the perfect area for breakfast and dinner. After dinner we convened in the living room, also in front of a roaring fire. It was a bit chilly during our stay so we didn't get to spend as much time outside enjoying the grounds as we would have liked. Expansive decks with an amazing view of the California coast from Point Lobos to Santa Cruz would make for the ideal place to unwind with a glass of wine and share time with friends or family. During our stay the owners of the property were very helpful. The home is well appointed. Our group left looking for reasons to return.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M., Marblehead, MA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven!
We had a wonderful stay at The Acorn! It was SO hard to leave! What a heavenly spot to enjoy in between fun outings. We appreciated the cleanliness, privacy, wildlife and opportunity to learn about the fascinating history of this home and surrounding property. This is a gem. We hope to return soon again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 Generation Family Birthday Celebration
We celebrated our daughter and sons 35th and 32nd birthdays with their spouses, our grandsons (4&1 years) and 2 golden labs. The house was spacious, furnished with everything we needed, had the most spectacular view, close to Pt Lobos, beach and Carmel, and provided our family with the perfect setting for a fun and relaxing vacation! We loved watching the horses in the pasture as well as the coyote, bobcat, turkeys, heron, bunnies. It was truly magical for our grandsons. Hope to come again! Thank you very much!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mixture of wonderful and kindness.
We happened to be at The Acorn during an atmospheric river event and gale-force winds. I cannot say enough about the support and understanding we got from all the Whislers. Even though the weather was challenging, the house was solid and warm and comfortable, especially with the two fireplaces. The view was as spectacular during the storm as it is on beautiful sunny days. It is a VERY special place and we WILL be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
This is a lovely interesting home that was perfect for a multi generational family gathering. There were so many amenities, from a well supplied kitchen to fireplaces. The location is every bit as good as the pictures.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful home
This was our second stay at the Acorn. It is truly perfect for our family. So comfortable. We had four adults and two small children. Both the house and yard were exactly what we needed. We are from the East Coast, while our son and his family live in San Francisco. The Acornhas already become part of our family tradition. We are hoping to return many times in the future. Point Lobos state park, right across the road on the ocean, is spectacular. Sincere thanks to the Whisler family for making the Acorn available for guests!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity at The Acorn
I cannot say enough about how lovely The Acorn was. The views! The history! The peace! We saw 4 types of hawks, osprey, deer, wild turkey. Simply breathtaking. From the moment we stepped inside, we knew this was exactly where we wanted to be - the house is stocked with plenty of linens and paper products and has a nicely set up gourmet kitchen. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B., Trussville Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Gorgeous
We came for Rennsport with some friends and stayed in the Acorn house! We loved having fire in the kitchen with our coffee and breakfast and the fire in the den in the evening with our wine. The house and property have so much history and we loved getting to read and see all the stories throughout the house. Thanks so much for sharing that with us. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brynn E., Pleasanton, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous home, Incredible views
We spent a week at this lovely property with five of our good friends. The home was perfect. Enough rooms, bathrooms and wonderful living/dining spaces for all of us. From lounging with our coffees in the living room, nightly card games and meals in the huge dining room to lawn games and BBQ dinners with an ocean view, this wonderful home was a treasure. Patrick and Sarah were wonderful hosts. They not only prepared us with everything we needed to have a successful stay, but keep us informed of local events that might have impacted our visit. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend at The Acorn
Lots of space for our family of 8 to spread out. The house has a large LR, dining room, master bedroom. The other three bedrooms are small but did accommodate 6 people. We loved the outdoor spaces and the two horses who would come to the edge of the lawn (fenced) to visit. The views from the house are gorgeous and it was hard to leave them today. The fireplaces were wonderful at heating the LR and dining areas in the morning. The owners let us bring our two King Charles dogs at an extra cost. They enjoyed their stay as well. You are across the Highway from Point Lobos so it’s an easy walk for those inclined 4 of our group walked over. The three year old won’t go in a stroller so we went to the park instead. You are 2 miles from the Carmel Crossroads shops and restaurants and another 5-10 minutes into Carmel proper. There are three beaches that are a short distance away. Pebble Beach is probably 20 minutes by the time you navigate Carmel. Easy for a wonderful lunch and great views of the golf course. I can add more later Susan and Robert Crist
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing ranch overlooking Point Lobos & Carmel Bay
Very charming ranch with lots of comfortable furnishing and rustic charm. Overlooks horse pasture which was very cool . The views at all times of day are amazing. Close to everything … grocery , gas, Carmel sunset beach , Point Lobos tidal pools , short ride to Big Sur . Very relaxing location! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Feast for the eyes
Great trip. Loved the property, history and beauty. It was charming and so inviting. The owners were great communicators, there was a bottle of wine to welcome us, and every supply you’d need. The one glitch we had was having to go through the bathroom to get into the Queen bedroom. I don’t think this would bother everyone, but one of our members did not feel comfortable with this.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous location, spectacular views.
This was definitely a magnificent experience. The history and pictures add to the story of this magical place. We loved seeing the horses in the pasture in front of us, as well as deer, coyotes, and wild turkeys. Great owner that is very available to contact. Highly recommend staying here. Hope to come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Thank you for sharing your home with us. We loved your home and the views were serene and Breathtaking . I am planning our next stay and will be hopefully booking with you. Bill and Jackie
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
Great experience and a uniquely beautiful property with a cool history. Friends and family want to make this property an annual rental
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Gorgeous Acorn Ranch Home
This lovely, creative, comfortable and joyfully quirky historic home has big windows and peaceful decks to enjoy the views of Carmel and the ocean. The beds are heavenly and it was nice to wake up to the turkeys and watch the horses in the pasture with breakfast. It's a quick drive into the town and Carmel Valley. It was the perfect stay for us with 3 generations of family as we celebrated my niece's wedding. A big thank you to Bud and Mary's family for sharing your family's home and history with us for a few days. We hope to be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Very comfortable and roomy home for our extended family. With our new 4 month grand-baby the extra room kept the overnight feeding cries quiet for the rest of the family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly A Hidden Gem
Wow, what an amazing place! It was spacious enough for my young adult children and their partners but ample living spaces to hang out in. Kitchen had everything you could want for cooking. My kids say it’s the best family vacation we have had in a long time. Perfect for a well behaved dog, and there is even a dog run with a gate. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom C., Overland Park, KS

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking View
The property is as advertised…and better. View of the Pacific over a horse pasture filled with wild turkey, geese, rabbits and other wildlife. The house is a treasure - large and exquisitely designed. Sara was very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023