| dating from 1927, this quaint bed-and-breakfast is 5 minutes walk from downtown and carmel beach, and 7 miles from monterey bay aquarium. parking is free. all have private entrances, period-style furnishings and en suite bathrooms with tubs, while some add fireplaces. family suites with lofts are also available. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. a breakfast buffet is served in a dining room or garden, and afternoon refreshments are provided. the warm, country-style rooms, set in 6 cottages in lush gardens, are equipped with free wi-fi, tvs, dvd players and minifridges
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Carmel Beach (8 min)
Curving white sandy beach backed by cypress trees known for surfing, dog walking & sunsets. Carmel Beach (5 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Pebble Beach Golf Links (9 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. Garrapata State Park (14 min)
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (10 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. Asilomar State Beach (17 min)
Tranquil place featuring a 1-mi. stretch of sandy beach & rocky coves, along with a walking trail. Point Lobos (12 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Dennis The Menace Playground (12 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Monterey Bay Aquarium (18 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. Carmel River State Beach (7 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. Lovers Point Park (19 min)
Petite beach park with swimming, surfing & other water recreation, plus kayak & bike rentals & more. Del Monte Beach (14 min)
Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas. Old Fisherman's Wharf (15 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. Lone Cypress (13 min)
Fenced viewpoint for a landmark single cypress tree overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (11 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. | 
