Is The Lodge On The Carmel River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Where is The Lodge On The Carmel River located?

Located in Carmel Valley, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 2 mi (3 km) of Parsonage Estate Winery, Carmel Valley Community Park and Bernardus Winery Tasting Room. Boekenoogen Winery Tasting Room and Chock Rock Vineyard Tasting Room are also within 2 miles (3 km).

The Lodge On The Carmel River Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

24 June 2025

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Tranquil retreat

What a beautiful and beautifully situated place this is. Bright, peaceful, quiet, and airy, this home was a lovely retreat for us during a busy wedding weekend. The home has plenty of space, lots of light, and a lovely, meandering riverside garden with wonderful terraces and decks overlooking the Carmel River. We appreciated the well-stocked kitchen, and the lovely bath products were a treat. And the location was perfect—6 minutes from the winery wedding venue! Thank you for a wonderful weekend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam Y.

29 June 2025

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Charming Rustic Getaway by Carmel River

We recently stayed at this rustic rental home by the river, and it was exactly what we needed for a quiet, nature-filled escape. The location is absolutely stunning—tucked away in a peaceful setting with the soothing sound of the river just steps away. Mornings on the porch with a cup of coffee and evenings by the fire pit were highlights of my stay.The host (Courtney) is so friendly and very supportive throughout the stay, always checking to see if we needed anything.The house is just a few minutes away from Carmel village, and we ate the juiciest strawberries and avocados for a quarter of the price in LA metro. Definitely a gem worth coming back for.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy M.

4 Sept 2024

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Relaxing

What a great place to get away and relax. From the young kids to the adults, we all loved the cabin and had a great time. Courtney is a great host and communicates very well.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

28 Apr 2023

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Very peaceful!

We had a great stay. Lots of outdoor opportunities close by.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

3 Aug 2023

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Beautiful setting

Very relaxing, but with plenty of hike options and water fun

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penni C.

25 Sept 2023

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Sept. 2023 Stay

We so enjoyed the lodge and outdoor space. It was wonderful to connect as a family in this setting.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casie W.

19 Nov 2024

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The perfect location for a relaxing getaway!

We had a girls' getaway at The Lodge. It was the perfect setting for relaxing and catching up with a glass of wine by the river. The house was very comfortable and equipped with everything we needed for our stay. The scenery was beautiful and there was tons of out space for enjoying the view of the river which is right at the back door. The host was available for any questions that came up and even sent some great suggestions for local spots to visit during our stay. We are definitely planning to return to The Lodge!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

13 Oct 2024

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Amazing Property and Host

Perfect! Our group of four had an amazing time at this beautiful property. It’s obvious that Courtney puts her heart and soul into making sure that her guests have an amazing stay in her picturesque hideaway. Courtney began communicating ideas for our trip long before we arrived. Her thoughtful suggestions were spot-on and added value to our vacation. We will definitely return!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art S.

1 Aug 2022

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Loved every second at this beautiful rental!

We loved vacationing here! Wife and I enjoyed the river and had a blast! The beds are really comfortable and the kitchen has everything you’ll need to make delicious food. The host is very professional and just a really nice person. We can’t wait to go back

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig G.

29 Sept 2022

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Relaxation

My family had a wonderful stay at this property. Everything is well appointed and the outside space is gorgeous so many places to sit/eat/relax. Lots of places to eat close and a short drive to Monterey or Carmel for all kinds of activities. Love the walkie talkies for the outside bunkhouse kids will have a blast!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megied A.

2 Dec 2022

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Lovely place

Very cozy and well situated lodge with tons of charm. Communication with Courtney was timely and friendly. Would happily book again.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

11 Aug 2022

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Beautiful peaceful Relaxing on Carmel River

Rustic chic lodge on Carmel River in CA. House had all your needs and outdoors with so peace & beautiful. Deer, Blue Jays abound. Wonderful vacation spot with family. Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vincent B.

3 Nov 2024

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Tranquility

Leave the City behind, indulge in the quite peaceful lodge on the River. Plenty of things to do and see within 1 hour drive in any direction and the small-town charm of the Valley was a nice change of pace. We were able to do all our favorite things we have done in the past from this location with very little time wasted driving. The Monterey Aquarium, Cannery Row, Big Sur, 17-mile drive and of course our favorite restaurants and some new favorites added to the list. So much more depending on what you like but Hiking, beaches, wineries and quaint farmers markets it's all there to be explored with little effort The host gives you a lot of information so even if you don't know the area you will have plenty of information to review to make your stay more enjoyable.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla M.

10 Apr 2023

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Quick family getaway

Loved the property, the river was gorgeous. Close to everything, Monterey, Carmel, Big Sur. We did it all in just a few days and wished we had more time to chill at the actual property. We will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

17 Oct 2022

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Cool house, private and beautiful

Awesome house right on Carmel River. The host Courtney is great, checks in a lot before you arrive to make sure you have what you need. Well stocked pantry too. Privacy in a sweet backyard/patio. Would for sure go back

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

26 May 2024

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Absolutely Beautiful!

I have stayed at all sorts of beautiful vacation rentals in amazing areas, and this is the only one that I have ever wanted to revisit. The cabin, charming, I loved the decor, rustic elegance is what comes to mind. So many fun details. The house was completely stocked with everything. The property manager was very responsive and accommodating. You couldn't ask for a better host. The location and property simply magical. I can't wait to go back.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

molly b.

28 Mar 2023

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Right on river

It was a really nice getaway for 4 adults. The river was high so we could not kayak, but would love to come back. It was a little chilly, but we all still enjoyed the view with the fireplace. It was not far from Big Sur - that is what we were looking for. Host was great!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

27 June 2023

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Mountain Haven found!

Phenomenal stay! If you want to get away from it all this is your place! Don't miss out! Anytime you can bring the kids and throw them in the river, which is in your backyard, see deer while having coffee and be surrounded by bird calls it's a haven and a memory builder at the same time. This place is beautiful and Courtney is so welcoming and attentive. My family won't ever forget this stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

18 Oct 2022

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Wonderful

Exactly as expected. The house was charming with thoughtful touches throughout. The backyard lived up to my expectations. My wife and I stayed for our 20th anniversary and couldn’t have picked a more relaxing location. Thanks so much!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean

7 July 2023

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Beautiful and quiet riverfront property in a charming neighborhood. The kids played all day on the kayak and floating on inner tubes. The remodeled kitchen was perfect for making big communal meals, which we enjoyed on the terrace overlooking the Carmel River. The host, Courtney, did a beautiful job furnishing the house with curious antiques and knick-knacks. It was such a lovely and relaxing vacation.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

23 May 2023

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Great spot!

Along the river, beautiful scenery, the doors are tough to open but just have to push harder. The bunk room is in a shed outside. The VRBO is FULLY stocked! All supplies, knives, cooking utensils, spices, ketchup, mustard, etc is there which is rare. The host is very responsive and provides recommendations to everything in the area. Our whole group was very happy with the location and house.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda j.

7 Oct 2022

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Beautiful setting

I was so happy with this home. We visited my daughter in LA and we were looking for a place near Big Sur. This was right in Carmel Village and close to everything we wanted to do. The owner left great recommendations particularly for our mountain dog who loved going in the water outside the door. We loved the decor, bedroom fireplace, and stocked kitchen. You can tell the owner puts the effort in. This is the absolute best place I have ever rented. We all loved it and it’s really unique and and a special place to stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

24 May 2024

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Peaceful Getaway

This home has to be at the top of my list of other rentals I have stayed in. First of all, the host was so kind and helpful. Responded right away and suggested many dog friendly things to do. The Lodge is clean and has everything you could need. Fully stocked kitchen, plenty of towels, bedding and great smelling soaps and lotions. The location was the best part! The Carmel river is your backyard! It is so quiet and peaceful. We spent every morning out there with our coffee and every evening with a glass of wine. The neighborhood is safe and people are friendly. We will definitely try to go back soon. :)

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

18 Apr 2024

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Cozy in Carmel Valley

The property was really sweet and cozy. When we were there, there was a huge hail storm but we were able to watch from inside with all the big windows and the fire on. The bunk room is a fun little touch, and the gals that slept in it said it was the best sleep of their life. It gets total darkness and really peaceful. The owner was really responsive and helpful during our stay. We had a few questions, and she was also proactive in reaching out to us to make sure we were all set. Our favorite part was the "fun hat" cabinet. :-)

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marzena P., California, USA

22 Nov 2022

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Amazing place, the backyard is unbeatable!

I was a little nervous with my 6yo falling into the river but the river is shallow and there is zero current. She ended up kayaking instead and wants to come back to this place every year! Kids absolutely loved the backyard, and bungalow with beds (we heated it with heater as the nights would get very cold). House had everything, from coffee, herbs, cooking supplies to laundry detergents, shampoos, etc. Highly recommend this place 👍

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

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