The cottages look very rustic from the outside but when you step inside the spaces are beautiful, modern, sparkling clean, well appointed, comfortable and have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Temperature control was great. Nice little fridge and microwave, VERY nice bed. The grounds are nice with outside spots to sit, read, BBQ, relax. The staff is VERY nice. Downtown Carmel is around five minutes by very easy car ride away. NOTE ahead that it is pet friendly with a $30 per pet per night additional fee beyond what VRBO charges. A little high but the joy on our dog's face when she stepped into the sand on the dog-allowed beach on 9th Avenue was worth every penny.