Carmel, Carmel Valley & South Coast

Making up the southern half of the Monterey coastline you will find Carmel, Carmel Valley, and Big Sur beyond. The appeal of Carmel-by-the-Sea is immediately apparent the second you arrive. It's a unique European-style coastal getaway positioned atop beautiful cliffs overlooking the sublime white sandy beaches with a year-round mild climate and sunny skies. Carmel offers historic cottages built by architectural legends, award-winning "green" homes, and some of the most luxurious properties available. Real estate in Carmel Valley is varied, with a range of stunning estates on hilltops to small cabins ideal for rustic, weekend getaways. It also offers larger than average lot sizes for homes, compared to coastal Monterey County communities. All this centers around the Carmel Valley Village with multiple wineries and tasting rooms.

The rugged and dramatic coastline stretching between Carmel and San Simeon make up one of the most stunning areas along Hwy 1 –Big Sur and South Coast. Carmel Highlands, located just south of the Point Lobos State Reserve, serves as the northern gateway of the Big Sur coastline and boasts some of the most exclusive and expensive real estate in the area.