Guesthouse holiday rentals in Monterey

Magical! That is the word that just kept coming up for us! What a lovely place! Chrissi and Stephen were just as sweet as the place! Great and easy location to get to all things Santa Cruz (of course the Redwoods too!). We just loved the cozy and unique vibe, the gardens, you just step into a little retreat as soon as you arrive. It had all we needed. Parking is street parking, which we had a slight concern with (I am an over packer!), but we were able to find a space right near out front every time (literally!). We will be back, I have no doubt!

First impression- WOW! House is very spacious and clean. Stocked with every need. The house was very quiet inside. Owner (Gabriel) was very helpful with local recommendations and accommodating a special request. Gabriel was very responsive and stayed in communication with me when I had any questions leading up to the time of our stay. He was also very kind and accommodating to our needs. I highly recommend staying here. It’s a great location near to stores, restaurants and downtown. Definitely somewhere we will be coming back to.

Helaine’s place was perfect for our trip to Monterey. It was clean, quiet, and well appointed. We’d be happy to stay again for our next visit to the area.

Cute guesthouse, total privacy, great location in Santa Cruz. Sarah sent clear instructions and we had no problem finding extra towels, coffee, etc. There’s even a little s’mores kit included to utilize the fire pit—which we unfortunately didn’t have time to use. Street parking was easy to find and we could walk to the pier or SC downtown. Very much recommend and would stay again.

We had an amazing time! Phillip was the best host, and reached out ahead of time to help make our arrival smooth and uncomplicated. The little cottage was so perfect for our weekend and was the best location to explore Big Sur, Carmel, and Monterey areas. We would totally come back again!

We spent almost 3 weeks in this cozy and charming apartment. The location is perfect for experiencing all that Santa Cruz has to offer and we walked to the beach, wharf, and Boardwalk daily. Many coffee shops and restaurants are blocks away. Mike was extremely responsive and friendly, but not intrusive at all. We hope to stay here again.

I had a short but great stay. I met Tom and had a couple of pleasant conversations. He has been around the area for a long time, and it was interesting to hear about it. I am now a fan of Carmel and will likely stay again.

This is our second time staying at Carla’s, we love the place and the location!

It was great to arrive at Chi-Pings place after a long day of driving. Clean, beautiful, and spacious inside. Not too far of a drive from restaurants and beach in Carmel. Would stay here again!

Josephine’s place was perfect for my stay! The place had everything I needed, from essentials to thoughtful extras that made my visit even more comfortable. It was spotless, well-organized, and had a welcoming atmosphere. Check-in was a breeze, and the clear instructions made everything super easy. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a clean, convenient, and well-equipped stay!

Martha’s home was perfect for our family of 4. We had everything we needed during our stay and Martha was very responsive to any questions we had.

Super cute place! Our kids loved the ducks and horses across the street. They couldn’t wait to explore! The house is very well stocked- games, kids toys, cookware, laundry soap… everything you can think of! We had a really great time, and it’s such a unique place to get to stay!

First off I want to publicly say Thank Betsey for everything!! Great location, easy freeway access. Very close to downtown for restaurants and entertainment. For extended stays it is the best!!

Excellent location, nice kitchen access and outdoor space. Felt like a high end/older folks vibe than a traditional hostel. Me and my 10 yo felt very welcomed. Had everything we needed to make our short stay in Santa Cruz fun. The online check in/key system was kind of a pain- my out of state cell service was crappy so even though I did pre-check in there was more online to do upon arrival- luckily the kind woman at check in helped me face to face - but something to keep in mind if you have bad service or aren’t super tech savvy. Also the beds weren’t super comfy. That said, I would definitely come back/stay longer.

We will be returning for sure. Kimberly and the space could not have been better for our needs. We've been touring colleges with our daughter and for our UCSC round we found the location to be utterly peaceful and quiet and exactly as described and clean as a whistle. It's one block from one of the prettiest beaches and has a ton of food/amenities located nearby. Kimberly was highly communicative and offered lots of useful suggestions both for restaurants and things to do while in the area. If our child ends up at UCSC we will be benefit from this space regularly. Thanks for the wonderful offering and help, Kimberly.

Had a lovely stay at Maria’s Carmel Valley studio! Way nicer than a hotel. The bedding was so comfortable and clean, as was the kitchen and bathroom, which included everything you’d need for your stay - cooking tools, dishes, and a little coffee bar. Having laundry access was amazing, we were able to pack less and do a few loads during our stay. The location of the property is in a very beautiful neighborhood with walkable country roads where you can see wild turkeys and horses in stables or being walked. The Carmel River runs nearby this property, with several wonderful hiking and biking trails very close by. Easy to drive around from here, and you get a designated parking spot. It’s about 7 minutes from Carmel Valley Ranch, 15 minutes from downtown Carmel, and 20+ minutes from Monterey Bay. Would 10/10 recommend this spot for everyone!

Beautiful views. Great location.

Our stay at Kyle’s was lovely and easy! It was a perfect home base for our adventures in the nearby state parks. The chickens are very cute, but if you’re a light sleeper looking for quiet, you may hear them in the morning. The eggs are amazing and such a wonderful addition to a comfortable stay. We had everything we needed and then some! Would definitely stay again during a trip to the Santa Cruz area.

Amazing stay! Location is unbeatable (I grew up in Santa Cruz so I know!) the house itself is immaculate with a lot of thoughtful touches from the hosts. Comfy beds, too! Wonderful patio for little ones to play as well. I’ll be back!

Thank you so much for hosting us in your beautiful home! We had an amazing time during our vacation — the house was cozy, clean, and had everything we needed to feel comfortable and relaxed. The location was perfect, and we especially appreciated all the thoughtful touches that made our stay even more enjoyable. We truly felt at home and would absolutely love to come back in the future. Thank you again for being such a great host!

I stayed at Zohar’s place after attending a show at Felton Music Hall. The location is surrounded by redwoods and feels remote but is an easy drive into downtown Felton. The studio was spacious and clean. Zohar was a responsive and friendly host. I would stay here again.

This place was so adorable. Such a cute little cottage in beautiful surroundings. My daughter especially loved the bed in the loft. The host was accommodating and gave us all the privacy we desired. The house was fully functioning and as described. We would definitely book this place again.

The space is accurately described. It is very private, a modestly sized one bedroom duplex with everything you need like washer dryer and full kitchen amenities. I liked that it was so close to the beach and restaurants too, we had Tramonti and it was great. If this is available during my next vacation I will definitely try to reserve it again

Absolutely loved our stay at Sahar’s place! Sahar and her family were so welcoming and kind—it really made the whole experience feel extra special. She was a great communicator from day one of inquiring, always responsive and super patient with our large family and our changing plans. They were totally flexible and kind. The property itself was spacious, super clean, and had everything we needed. Our kids had a blast playing on the playground and even made a couple of new friends close to their age. even got to see a newborn baby calf and mama doing their thing. The location was peaceful and away from the hustle of the city, which made it the perfect spot to unwind. We felt very safe and secure the entire time! Check-in was super easy, no stress at all. Honestly, we don’t have a single complaint. Everything was perfect. Highly recommend. thanks guys! Will see you again if we are in the area.