Cottage vacation rentals in Big Sur

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A wooden gate stands at the entrance of a private garden area, framed by a rustic fence. Behind the gate, rolling green hills are visible under a clear blue sky, enhancing the serene atmosphere of the property.
Cottage in Carmel Valley
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews

Carmel luxe, private, spotless, The Great Escape!

RELAX & ENJOY in our beautiful, private, spacious, SPOTLESS & peaceful "Homestay" in beautiful Carmel. Lovely furnishings, wonderful queen size bed and luxury linens. Fully equipped mini-kitchenette! A private gated entry to a small garden awaits...a large wide staircase leads you up to a spacious, light filled 1000 sq. ft. fully-equipped 1-bedroom private homestay W/private deck w/seating. Walk to village, river & wineries! Short scenic drive to Carmel by the Sea, Pebble Beach & Big Sur.

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Cottage in Cayucos
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 186 reviews

Cutest in Cayucos! - 2 bed Casita steps from beach

Stylish, simple all-newly renovated cottage 2-min walk from the sand in idyllic California beach town. Two-unit property a short 3-blocks to restaurants and iconic pier. Perfect for surfing, beachcombing, wine tasting, hiking, sightseeing, fishing. The ideal mid-state stop, it is near Morro Bay, Cambria, Paso Robles vineyards, Hearst Castle and PCH/Big Sur. Front yard with gas firepit and shared beautiful backyard. Guest house on property too. CondeNast selected Best AirBnbs in California 2024

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Cottage in Santa Cruz
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 357 reviews

1929 Spanish Casita With Bicycles For Two

Enjoy a high-touch, yet private casita near UCSC. Curl up with a book in your red leather armchair in the beautiful living room featuring down, Restoration Hardware furnishings and a gas burning fireplace. In the evening, take a seat on your private patio beneath a leafy pergola and enjoy a glass of wine at this historic, Spanish-style casita. Some of the BEST bakeries, natural grocery stores, wine tasting, shopping, beaches and restaurants are all a short walk/bike ride or drive away xx

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The exterior of a charming building is highlighted, featuring a sloped roof and stone pathway. A staircase leads to an upper entrance, flanked by outdoor dining tables adorned with white tablecloths. Colorful flowers and greenery enhance the inviting atmosphere.
Cottage in Carmel-by-the-Sea
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 295 reviews

Fairytale Cottage on Ocean Avenue, Downtown Carmel

Sades Loft is located in a fairytale cottage in the heart of downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea. The upstairs loft has its own private entry on Ocean Avenue. Open your front door and explore downtown Carmel or take a 10 minute stroll down to the beach. Once a VIP room where Hollywood & local legends gathered late into the night, today, the Loft is a relaxing spot where you can listen to soft music from the restaurant below or watch passerby's buying old fashioned candy from the Cottage of Sweets.

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Cottage in Morro Bay
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 354 reviews

Welcome to The Hidden Cottage Downtown Morro Bay

The Hidden Cottage is an adorable vintage cottage in downtown Morro Bay. Our cozy cottage is truly a hidden gem featuring 2 bedrooms 1 bath that was built in early 1920s and retains most of its sweet charm. Right downtown and a quick walk to the Embarcadero and beach. Perfect location to walk to restaurants, bars, music, shopping, movies, coffee and more! Morro Bay is short drive to Wine Country, SLO, Pismo Beach, Cambria. Bring your pets we love all animals! Fun and walkable location!

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Cottage in Pacific Grove
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews

Beach Cottage - walk to beach and restaurants

This 1,100 sq. ft. single level cottage is one block to Lovers Point beach, downtown Pacific Grove and the AT&T Pro-Am Golf shuttle. Comfortably sleeps five in the peaceful town of Pacific Grove California. Close to Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman's Wharf, Pebble Beach, 17-Mile Drive, and all Monterey Peninsula activities. Cottage includes a family room and living room to watch a movie, play board games or read a book. Private backyard with comfortable seating. City license #0479

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The entrance of a newly remodeled cottage is depicted, featuring a stone pathway leading to a wooden door framed by a covered porch. Lush greenery and flower beds are visible on both sides, enhancing the inviting entrance.
Cottage in Carmel-by-the-Sea
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

Fully renovated cottage on Carmel Point!

Carmel beach cottage sits on a peaceful and private street off Scenic Drive called Carmelo. A newly remodeled Carmel cottage 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom home, it feels like a comfortably appointed beach house. It has 2 backyard patios with fireplace, built in grill and comfortable furniture. You can sit and enjoy the sound of the waves while relaxing. It is a 1 minute walk to Carmel River Beach and just a mile to downtown Carmel, Ocean Avenue, with its unique shops and galleries.

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A charming cottage is nestled among mature oak trees, offering a cozy outdoor space with two blue chairs surrounding a fire pit. String lights twinkle above, and a grill is visible on a deck, creating an inviting atmosphere for relaxation and gatherings.
Cottage in Paso Robles
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 289 reviews

Netflix 'Stay Here' Vineyard Cottage

Nestled on 66 acres in the heart of Paso Robles wine country and featured on Netflix's hit show, Stays Here, is Vintage Ranch Cottage. Surrounded by mature vineyards and rolling hills, the cottage leaves nothing to be desired of the Paso Robles wine country experience. Centrally located 10 minutes to downtown, 5 minutes to the Adelaida wine trail, 15 minutes to Lake Nacimiento and 35 minutes to the coast! Come enjoy gorgeous Paso Robles and "stay here" at Vintage Ranch!

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An open living area exhibits a high, wooden-beamed ceiling and large windows that invite natural light. A cozy fireplace is set against a stone facade. Modern kitchen appliances are visible, alongside wooden cabinetry and a spacious countertop. An inviting seating arrangement promotes comfort.
Cottage in Morgan Hill
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 240 reviews

Amazing Country Setting at Cottage Creek Vineyards

Lovely 1000 Sq. ft. Cottage in the heart of wine country. A 400 sq. ft. delightful back patio with fire pit, full kitchen and bathroom makes this the perfect home away from home. Amenities include queen bed, wifi, TV's, fire place, & parking. We are a live winery and have wine tasting two weekends and two Friday evenings a month. We usually have live music, wine tasting is in the same vicinity as the Cottage.

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The modest exterior of a bungalow is showcased with warm lighting and decorative string lights overhead. A front door is framed by a wreath, with a small garden featuring rocks and plants on either side. A seating area is visible, enhancing the inviting entrance.
Cottage in Sand City
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 470 reviews

Coastal Cottage #B

Our Coastal Cottage #B is nestled in the art community of Sand City's Westend. It's a bustle of industry and art which quiets down to a peaceful still in the evening. The kitchen includes a dining table and chairs, refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker and an electric fry pan. There is no stove. We include a few snacks and coffee, dishes, glassware, silverware, bowls and cooking utensils.

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A rooftop patio is depicted, featuring a table and chairs arranged for outdoor dining. A vase with flowers sits on the table. A vibrant sunset fills the sky with shades of orange and pink, complementing the surrounding coastal homes and hillside.
Cottage in Morro Bay
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 354 reviews

J & T Beach Cottage, Ocean Views & Walk to Beach

Permit #STR25-075 Cute and clean beach cottage, 3 short blocks to Atascadero State Beach/Morro Strand, rooftop patio with panoramic views of Morro Rock and the beach. 2 bedrooms, each with their own fully renovated bathroom. Simple, fully equipped kitchen, sat TV, wifi, and washer/dryer. Plenty of off-street parking. Great for beach getaways. Close to Cayucos, Cambria and the West Paso Robles wineries.

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The image captures a serene outdoor patio space surrounded by tall trees and natural foliage. A small green chair is positioned on the patio, facing a peaceful view of the forest, with a wooden fence visible in the background.
Cottage in Del Monte Forest
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 727 reviews

Cottage on 17 Mile Dr, Pebble Beach. Tesla Charger

(Tesla charger available!) Nestled in the enchanting forest directly on the famous Pebble Beach 17-Mile Drive, this romantic guest house cottage has sweeping ocean views from your bedroom. With 50 miles of forested hiking trails (including a Forest Reserve in walking distance), the nearby Poppy Hills golf course and restaurant, you can enjoy quiet, restorative nature while enjoying luxury amenities.

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