Carmel, California Real Estate Blog

Carmel Valley, California Real Estate Blog

Carmel-by-the-Sea was founded as an enclave for artists around the turn of the century and remains true to its bohemian roots today. Located on the southern side of the Monterey Peninsula Golf Links to the north and the breathtaking Big Sur coastline to the south. With its idyllic location, its pristine beaches and a downtown with first-rate dining, shopping and charming inns, Carmel is a haven for both visitors and locals alike.

The streets meander through town, frequently twisting and turning to make room for trees, and with no streetlights or sidewalks outside of downtown, the cottage-style Carmel-by-the-Sea real estate gives the distinct feel of an old European village. Properties located on Scenic Boulevard, the street that runs along Carmel Bay, boast amazing water views, and many other homes have good ocean views.

Carmel by the Sea offers the most romantic take on elegant seaside living. It may the best place to own a weekend/ summer home in California. Just ask the hundreds of interesting people throughout the world who live this dream. Artists and other creative types moved in after the 1906 earthquake and helped shape the town as an “Artists Colony”. Carmel offers art acquisition for every taste. It’s not hard to spend a million in one shop or gallery.

Carmel offers a first class white sandy beach steps to extensive elegant boutique shopping. The town offers many activities year round and the summer will keep you booked solid while you are here. For one The Carmel Bach Festival that has run since 1935 should be top on your list.

Home selections range from ”Hansel and Grettel” cottages to extensive seaside estates. Contact us today to get connected to your very own beach home.

Carmel Valley

Carmel Valley offers the best of old California ranch estates that transport you back into time while maintaining a sophisticated feel so close to Carmel By The Sea. It’s not uncommon to find an estate in the hundreds to thousands of acres with a stunning resort style home and equestrian facilities.

Some Current Offerings:

In town:

+ Over 5,000 square in Carmel feet all on one level in the best view location in town. Walking distance to everything yet not on top of everything. $13 million Wonderful Carmel Beach Homes

In the Valley:

+ Do you require the absolute best of the best? Would the most beautiful natural spot on the world spread across more than 6300 acres be enough space for you? This property is not duplicatable so vast yet near Carmel and all it’s wonderful beach and amenties. Wealth buys quiet and privacy these days and buying this property feels like buying your own country. The possibilities are endless and yours. $33 million

horses

Santa Lucia Preserve in Carmel Valley is the nations first preserve in the country. There is nowhere else like it on earth. This area has to be experienced to be understood. 90% of the 20,000 acres are in conservation with a $25m endowment. These 31 sq. miles and shared by only 300 families.

Where time stands still...

It’s a wonderful combination of the old California ranch experience combined with a modern resort feel with a Tom Fazio golf course, outdoor entertaining and events, the sports center with swimming pool and of course the Equestrian facilities with a ready stable of friendly horses. It’s an idylic place for people of all ages. Prices range from roughly $3-10m for a nice estate and smaller land parcels from the low $1′ms.

+ Over 7,600 sq. feet spread across 4 bedrooms, 4bathrooms on over 49 acres. Very rich and romantic feel. Part time Equestrian Facilities. $10.9 million

+ One of the few European Villas in the Preserve. Over 5,200 sq. feet with five bedrooms, 4 bathrooms on over 18 acres. $8.95m

+ ESTATE VALUE ALERT! Romantic Spanish Villa priced to sell! Over 7,019 sq. Ft on 12.88 Acres for only $5.98m

+ LAND VALUE ALERT! Over 75 acres for only $2.6m. What do you imagine life would look like on that much land? Let your imagination and spirits soar!