kellylkl
January 19, 2025
This is a nice and centrally located place, though not quite a full-service bed and breakfast. The bed and pillows are very comfortable, and the bathroom is updated with modern amenities, including wonderful heated floors. However, the carpet looks quite old, but the cozy fireplace in the room adds a lot of charm. For the price and location, this is still a good option. It’s located just north of Carmel’s main ***** and only a short walk from the beach, making it a convenient spot. Breakfast consists of basic grocery store items, but the presentation, along with the various sides served in your room, makes it enjoyable. The only cooked item are the hard boiled eggs. Room service is the only option for breakfast, though it would have been nice to have 2 chairs in our room so we could both enjoy the food together. The front desk staff is friendly, but the level of service isn’t what you’d expect. Upon arrival, we were told our room was ready, but there had been a mix-up with housekeeping, and we were taken to a room that hadn’t been cleaned. Later, when I mentioned there was no parking available in their private lot, the staff member didn’t seem to care and suggested parking on the street, adding that it was unlikely we’d get a ticket. Another minor issue was with the breakfast request process. On the second day, when I asked for the order form slip, they said they’d just send the same meal as the day before, which didn't work for us since we didn't want the same items. The fruit served both at breakfast and during the wine and cheese hour was not very fresh, though the wine served during the 4-6 p.m. wine and cheese hour was excellent. Overall, I’m used to bed and breakfasts with freshly baked goods, amazing food, and great coffee, so perhaps that’s why I was slightly underwhelmed. However, this place still has a lot of charm, especially with its convenient location and cozy atmosphere.
