354 Torres: A Little More Time, a Little More Carmel
A furnished Carmel-by-the-Sea retreat managed by Ocean Pacific Realty Group
Some homes make you want to unpack. This one makes you want to put the kettle on first.
Behind a white picket fence and an arched garden entry, 354 Torres welcomes you with the small details that make a place memorable: climbing greenery, cottage shutters, a garden table waiting for morning coffee, and interiors that seem perfectly comfortable with an unhurried afternoon.
Managed by Ocean Pacific Realty Group, this furnished Carmel-by-the-Sea rental combines a two-bedroom, two-bath main residence with a detached studio and an additional full bathroom. With stays of 30 consecutive days or longer, there is time to settle in, find your favorite bakery, and discover your own version of life on the Monterey Peninsula.
A kitchen that deserves more than a passing glance
The kitchen is one of the home’s most inviting spaces. Cream-colored custom cabinetry brings together raised-panel doors, a gently distressed finish, crown molding, glass-front cupboards, and display shelves. Warm-toned counters with rounded edges complement a stone backsplash whose herringbone pattern adds texture beneath the glow of under-cabinet lighting.
Above the gas range, a stainless-steel chimney hood provides a crisp contrast to the softer cottage finishes. A teal preparation table adds a cheerful touch of color, while woven-seat stools at the breakfast peninsula invite someone to keep the cook company.
It is easy to picture pastries spread across the counter in the morning, ingredients gathered for dinner, or a glass of local wine while deciding whether tonight calls for cooking or another Carmel restaurant.
Coastal character, from the beams to the bookshelves
Pale exposed wood beams cross the vaulted ceilings, while skylights bring daylight from above. In the living room, a tall stone fireplace surround anchors a comfortable gathering space furnished in warm neutrals.
The beach influence appears in thoughtful touches throughout the home: shells collected in glass vessels, blue-and-white ceramics, woven baskets, striped upholstery, and artwork inspired by the sea. A cushioned chair and ottoman beside the window offer an especially tempting place to lose track of a few chapters.
In the bedroom pictured, a woven headboard, layered bedding, exposed beams, and French doors continue the relaxed coastal feel. Outside, the garden dining area offers another place to linger over breakfast or enjoy a quiet afternoon.
A separate studio with its own personality
The detached studio carries the cottage mood into a separate setting, with a vaulted wood-plank ceiling, soft blue-and-white accents, and its own full bathroom.
Its compact kitchenette includes a sink, microwave, small refrigerator, and electric countertop appliances for preparing light meals. Open shelves, woven baskets, and a butcher-block preparation table add warmth and character. Cooking facilities are limited and do not constitute a full kitchen.
Find your own Carmel routine
Carmel’s appeal has long included its creative spirit. Artists and writers helped shape the village in the early twentieth century, and its galleries, cottages, courtyards, and cultural attractions continue that tradition today.
Make one afternoon about art: browse the galleries, explore the village’s tucked-away passages, and stop wherever a window display catches your attention. Make another about the coast, with time at Carmel Beach and a stroll along the Scenic Bluff Path.
For a little history, explore Carmel’s historic walking tour or plan a visit to Robinson Jeffers’ Tor House. For a different kind of discovery, sample Monterey County wines at the village tasting rooms. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve offers another outing, with coastal trails and opportunities for nature photography.
The pleasure of an extended stay is that everything does not have to fit into one weekend. You can return to a favorite café, revisit a gallery, or decide that the best plan for the afternoon is simply coming home.
Your Carmel stay, managed by Ocean Pacific Realty Group
For current availability, rental terms, and questions about 354 Torres, contact Ocean Pacific Realty Group, the property manager for this home.
Minimum rental term: 30 consecutive days.
Tours, performances, and attractions are subject to their own schedules and availability.
Ocean Pacific Realty Group
Coastal Luxury Living
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