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Gingerbread - Pacific Grove House - Close to Beach

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Gingerbread - Pacific Grove House - Close to Beach

Experience the vintage charm of Pacific Grove while enjoying all the comfort and conveniences of the 21st century in this beautiful two-story, Victorian-style home.
Relax on the deck off the master bedroom, or outside on one of two front porches: you can spread out in this comfortable home with hardwood floors, a fireplace, and a unique "sun tower" at the top of the stairs. This den/office area, with a wet bar and under-counter refrigerator, is everyone's favorite place to read, chat, or just enjoy the view overlooking this charming neighborhood.
Cherry wood cabinets and a lovely tin ceiling add warmth and charm to the well-equipped kitchen, and the open floor plan can be "zoned" by doors separating the kitchen from the dining area and the living room from the entry way. An instant gas log fireplace in the living room adds ambiance while you enjoy a good book or a movie on cable TV/DVD (available in both the downstairs living room and the upstairs bedrooms).
All three bedrooms are carpeted and located on the second floor. The master bedroom, decorated in soft tones of rose and green, has a queen-size bed and a private bath with a stall shower. A second guestroom has a queen-size bed; the third has two twins. The guest bath features a tub/shower, and there's another half bath downstairs.
The location makes this Victorian-style home one of our most popular accommodations in Pacific Grove. Upon arrival, you may want to park your car in the spacious two-car garage and forget about it! Just a block from downtown, you are within easy walking distance of Pacific Grove’s quaint shops, restaurants, the Farmer's Market, and the scenic coastline recreation trail.
If you feel energetic, walk along the coastal trail to the world renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium, exactly one mile from the front door. Along the way, observe marine life - sea lions, seals, otters, and shorebirds. Also within easy walking distance: a grocery store, bakeries, library, post office, ice cream parlor, coffee shops, visitor's center, museum, movie theater, bookstore, parks, playground, and boutiques. (If you prefer, there is bus service just a block away that will take you to the Aquarium and Cannery Row, downtown Monterey and Asilomar Beach.)
If you are a golf enthusiast, bring your clubs! The Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Course is just a half mile away, and a short drive will take you to the world-famous links at Pebble Beach. Don’t miss the boutiques and galleries of Carmel, and on a sunny day, take Highway 1 down the coast to Big Sur. (Mmmm, lunch at Nepenthe... an Ambrosia Burger and a basket of their famous fries!).  Pacific Grove Transient Use License #0011

Property manager

Michelle Larkin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number VR000011

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About the neighborhood

Map
Pacific Grove, CA

What's nearby

  • Lovers Point - 4 min walk
  • Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary - 16 min walk
  • Cannery Row - 2 min drive
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 2 min drive
  • Point Pinos Lighthouse - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 6 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪First Awakenings - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Passionfish - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪California Seltzer Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Bookworks - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gingerbread - Pacific Grove House - Close to Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gingerbread - Pacific Grove House - Close to Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gingerbread - Pacific Grove House - Close to Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gingerbread - Pacific Grove House - Close to Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Lovers Point. Monterey Bay Aquarium and 17-Mile Drive are also within 1 mi (2 km). Monterey Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Gingerbread - Pacific Grove House - Close to Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LLM
location & property was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary N., Stockton,Ca

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A plus vacation
Beautiful home and very comfortable and great location will stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
very nice property with plenty of garage space and parking on the street.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a perfect location.
Great location to both beach and city. Nice house in a great city. Will definitely use again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Perfect location, close to downtown and ocean view walks. Beds were very comfortable. House is beautiful inside and out. Kitchen was spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay for a wedding
What a stunning property! Everything was so cozy and prestine we immediately felt like home. When you stay here you genuinely feel like it could be your family's vacation spot. The furniture was clean, there were so many amenities, and everything was up to standard
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marian M., San Mateo, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a convenient location
The house had everything we needed for our family of six to enjoy a long weekend. It was great to be able to walk to the beach, restaurants, and coffee shop. We appreciated having a garage with convenient parking., too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

lesa c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Great location, nice house, close to everything we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

ian a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pacific Grove
Excellent place, well equipped, good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot!
Wonderful clean home. Very cozy and Michelle was so helpful given loss of power in the area! Great spot!! Close to wonderful coffee shops and beach. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Working Holiday
One of the best professional trips I’ve ever taken! Beautiful home, and perfect size and configuration for 4 work colleagues.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Gingerbread house
This is the third time my family has stayed at the gingerbread house. It’s very charming and suits us very well! The rooms are comfy, the kitchen is well-equipped and the location is fantastic. An easy walk gets you to the beach, into town, to a playground, and for us it’s an easy walk to our relatives home. My only suggestion would be to install a grab bar by the bathtub in the upstairs bathroom. Kate Wright

10/10 Excellent

Natalia C., Fullerton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home walking distance to plenty!
This is our second time staying here and we’re so happy we did. It’s spatious and has what you need for cooking, sleeping and playing. We stayed with our family (boys ages 2/4) who love the little nook under the upper level. We walked to dinner, the beach, rented a surrey. I’d stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and lovely home
We had an overall great stay. The kitchen and bathrooms are nicely equipped and clean. It was unseasonably warm for this time of the year and the temperature in the house was over 80 for 3 of the 4 days. There's no AC, but there were fans to try to cool off the house. All things otherwise were 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

William S.

Nice
Great house in a great location. Just couldn’t get the guest shower to work. Called the maintenance phone and got a message explaining how it worked (which I already knew). No follow up. It was ok, just took baths.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

Great house, even better location
I have 0 complaints about this house which is rare for me. I have rented many homes over the years and this one did not disappoint. It was just as described and pictured. The accommodations were great, really good kitchen setup (important to me as I like to cook). The location was fantastic - walking distance to restaurants and the Ocean! I definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home
My husband and I stayed here with our son and daughter in love and their two girls. It could not have been better! It was so comfortable and fun. There is a secret room that our 2 year old granddaughter just loved! The location was perfect. We walked everywhere and enjoyed the aquarium, beach, coastline and great meals - both out and take-in. We will definitely be coming back! Even met the neighbors across the street and found out they have a home near us in Reno.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

vicky h.

Gingerbread home, lovely and yummy!
The perfect place for the 4 of us on our annual girlfriend week-end. Lovely home, cozy, and had everything we needed. The location was beyond perfect, close to the beach and to the delightful town where we walked to the restaurants. I would definitely recommend it unconditionally and hope to come again with my family. Our only suggestion would be to do a step by step guide to the downstairs TV. We had a hard time figuring it out, but maybe it's because we're old!! Thank you so much for sharing this delightful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Great location, easy to walk to Lovers point and restaurants. Spacious living area. Nice to have garage and driveway parking. Upstairs carpet old. Not alot of outdoor area. Fromt porch nice but small and nice deck off master bedroom, 2nd bath small. Extra 1/2 bath downstairs good to have.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
This house is a great place to stay if you want to be in the hart of Pacific Grove. The house was very comfortable and met all of our expectations with one exception and that was it was advertised that it was a well stocked kitchen but in fact there wasn’t anything but dishes & pots & pans. We were hoping for some very basic items like salt & pepper, or a little cooking oil! This is the first time that we have encountered such a bare pantry. All in all this is a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Butterflies and Birds
Perfect location and lovely house for a butterfly and bird get-away for up to six people. We were five adults in 70's and 80's. The house is very comfortable, clean and well equipped. The stairs are a bit of a challenge for the older folks. The upstairs bathroom tub needs a grab-bar or non-slip mat. It is very slippery and hazardous, especially for the older folks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bed & Sleeping situation could be a better
Great property rental company that rents this place. Clean & convenient location. Sleeps 6 but our experience re: beds & sheets: 1. If you have a taller or bigger frame, sharing a full /queen bed is uncomfortable. So, we split up and slept on floor and couch. 2. Bring your own cotton sheets if sensitive to polyester sheets. We were fluctuating between hot, cold & sweaty all night with Pacific Grove humid & cold climate.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory O.

Stay Here!
We were favorably, surprised at how wonderful this house was when we first open the door. It is an older home that has undergoing extensive, beautiful, and thoughtful renovation, making it perfect for a visit to Pacific Grove/Monterey. Michelle @montereyrentals.com was wonderful and made the whole process simple. The home is a short walk to the beach, and Pacific Grove is much less touristy or hectic than Monterey but right next-door To the aquarium, Cannery Row, etc. The home has a completely equipped kitchen, comfortable livingroom area, dining area, well appointed bathrooms, and comfortable beds. There is even a garage, which is of great benefit in California where parking sometimes is limited. We were a party of four adults and two young children. The children were excited to see the house well-stocked with games and other play items as well as a “Secret hideaway” they discovered upstairs. We highly recommend this rental.

6/10 Okay

Carl A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dated but OK
Overall, the property was OK. Things we appreciated were the great location, garage parking, and the bed/bedroom configuration suited our needs. The furnishings and decor are definitely dated and becoming quite worn. I mean, really, who has a 12" tube TV any more? For being so close to the beach the fact that there was only one beach towel was disappointing. The beds weren't particularly comfortable and many of the windows (especially in the tower) couldn't be opened due to broken handles. I won't say we wouldn't stay here again, but it probably wouldn't be our first choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019