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I've lived on or close to the cost for all my life (I'm 76). Not a fan of Monterey - too scrufty and the Cannery is a close second to SF's Fisherman's Wharf in tackiness. I would stay in Pacific Grove or (my preferred) Carmel. Much nicer than Monterey, IMO.
Here is where se are staying in downtown Carmel in October this year.
https://www.vrbo.com/1618863?
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Here is where se are staying in downtown Carmel in October this year.
https://www.vrbo.com/1618863?
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travelgo7: Despite Stu's caution, Cannery Row is just about a 'must' because that is where the Aquarium is located.
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My caution is about staying in Monterey. I would rather stay in Carmel and drive to the aquarium, than stay in Monterey so I am near the aquarium - but have to experience the tackiness of Cannery Row and the Wharf. Carmel is much more charming!!!
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They haven't given a budget or more specific time frame but I would definitely plug Pacific Grove into Expedia and look at places like Sunset Inn, Andril Cottages or even Asilomar.
I would not visit Monterey Bay during the Car Week/Concourse (9-18) so that may be why their choices are so limited. Rooms prices are going to be double their normal rate, or unavailable.
I would not visit Monterey Bay during the Car Week/Concourse (9-18) so that may be why their choices are so limited. Rooms prices are going to be double their normal rate, or unavailable.
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This is the firm we are renting from. The link shows their Pacific Grove rentals. They are a "local" Monterey firm.
https://www.montereyrentals.com/pacific-grove
You can search other areas in the Monterey Peninsula also.
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https://www.montereyrentals.com/pacific-grove
You can search other areas in the Monterey Peninsula also.
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Pacific grove is lovely and in a perfect world - sure. But the # of short term rentals allowed in the city is quite limited and in August they are definitely at a premium - not just during the concourse.
The OP has found three properties that are available, that meet their needs, and are in totally reasonable areas so maybe help them decide which of those would be better for them . . .
The OP has found three properties that are available, that meet their needs, and are in totally reasonable areas so maybe help them decide which of those would be better for them . . .
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Pacific grove is lovely and in a perfect world - sure. But the # of short term rentals allowed in the city is quite limited and in August they are definitely at a premium - not just during the concourse.
The OP has found three properties that are available, that meet their needs, and are in totally reasonable areas so maybe help them decide which of those would be better for them . . .
The OP has found three properties that are available, that meet their needs, and are in totally reasonable areas so maybe help them decide which of those would be better for them . . .
There 37 properties in Pacific Grove that are offered on the site I recommended. All are multi-bedrooms with kitchens. It is very easy to determine price & availability. I checked the first 10, and:
#1. Avail Aug 19 & on $500/night
#2. Avail Aug 11th & on $190/night
#3 Avail all of Aug except for 4 days $300/night
#4 Not avail
#5 Avail all of Aug $200/night
#6 too expensive > $500/night
#7 Avail all of Aug $200/night
#8 Avail most of August, too expensive
#9 off market
#10 Avail most of Aug Too expensive
There are 27 more. And this is just in Pacific Grove. Carmel has 13 listings. We're staying in the last one.
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Not Carmel Beach, the shops, and the beach walk. Definitely a snooze for the artist stuff. Don't know about the Carmel Mission.
I enjoyed Carmel & surrounds when I was under 12 (65 year ago) when I went there several times with my parents & sister. Took my driver (golf club) to a vacant tee at Pebble Beach Golf Club, and when nobody was around, I "teed off". Shanked it. Did that again 12 years later on my honeymoon.
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I enjoyed Carmel & surrounds when I was under 12 (65 year ago) when I went there several times with my parents & sister. Took my driver (golf club) to a vacant tee at Pebble Beach Golf Club, and when nobody was around, I "teed off". Shanked it. Did that again 12 years later on my honeymoon.
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My needs are 5 - location, location, location, charm/amenities, and price.
There 37 properties in Pacific Grove that are offered on the site I recommended. All are multi-bedrooms with kitchens. It is very easy to determine price & availability. I checked the first 10, and:
#1. Avail Aug 19 & on $500/night
#2. Avail Aug 11th & on $190/night
#3 Avail all of Aug except for 4 days $300/night
#4 Not avail
#5 Avail all of Aug $200/night
#6 too expensive > $500/night
#7 Avail all of Aug $200/night
#8 Avail most of August, too expensive
#9 off market
#10 Avail most of Aug Too expensive
There are 27 more. And this is just in Pacific Grove. Carmel has 13 listings. We're staying in the last one.
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There 37 properties in Pacific Grove that are offered on the site I recommended. All are multi-bedrooms with kitchens. It is very easy to determine price & availability. I checked the first 10, and:
#1. Avail Aug 19 & on $500/night
#2. Avail Aug 11th & on $190/night
#3 Avail all of Aug except for 4 days $300/night
#4 Not avail
#5 Avail all of Aug $200/night
#6 too expensive > $500/night
#7 Avail all of Aug $200/night
#8 Avail most of August, too expensive
#9 off market
#10 Avail most of Aug Too expensive
There are 27 more. And this is just in Pacific Grove. Carmel has 13 listings. We're staying in the last one.
Stu Dudley
I also understand your point about your location preferences and your preference for Carmel. Is there a reason you wouldn’t recommend Carmel Highlands in particular?
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Thanks for sharing the website where you book. I did check Pacific Grove for my dates (8/10-8/13) and unfortunately it came back as no availability. Maybe your openings you found required longer stays?
I also understand your point about your location preferences and your preference for Carmel. Is there a reason you wouldn’t recommend Carmel Highlands in particular?
I also understand your point about your location preferences and your preference for Carmel. Is there a reason you wouldn’t recommend Carmel Highlands in particular?
https://www.montereyrentals.com/paci...loose_search=t
I like to stay close to the center of activities, so I can walk to dinner, walk to the beach, and walk to shops. Or take a short drive to them Of the 3 you found - Carmel Highlands would be only option.
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Of the 3 locations I'd probably choose Carmel Highlands if you're planning to spend time in Big Sur. Your particular dates won't really be affected by Car Week as it's too early in the week. The only things going on are the Pre-Reunion races at the Laguna Seca track on Saturday and Sunday which is fairly low key. I was there both days last year and it was pretty quiet overall. On Monday the main event is the Porsche Monterey Classic at the dealer in Seaside. For that one Del Monte Ave will be closed and causes a traffic back up. I haven't attended since 2021 as it's gotten a bit too busy for me but it is free. Carmel is dead now on Tuesday since we no longer have Concours on the Avenue.
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