Sharks are amazing animals and they have fascinated people for decades. Researchers have studied and cared for them, observed them in the wild and in the deep sea. Sharks are very important to our Eco system. A healthy ocean has lots of sharks!
I’m sure every dog who lives on the Monterey Peninsula with their “person” feels like they have died and gone to heaven! The Dogs on our beautiful Peninsula come in all sizes, shapes, colors, and temperaments. Whether it’s . . .
Cute and cuddly
or large and sleek,
dogs rule the roost on the Monterey Peninsula. Carmel, for instance, has been voted the most “dog friendly” town. Everywhere you go whether it is to the beach, a bank, a restaurant with a patio
or even a real estate office
you will see dogs – sometimes they even sit for a spell!
Shunned in some areas dogs are given more attention here than people. If you want to meet new friends, just get yourself an adorable dog and walk down the street. You will make friends wherever you go, because people will stop you on the street and ooh and ah over your pooch. In fact they will ask you all about your dog and want to know every detail of his life and his eating habits.
At our Carmel Realty Company real estate office on Ocean Avenue in Carmel I watch not only streams of people going by, but streams of dogs. And sometimes they’ll even pose for a photo!
We love all kinds of dogs here, Golden retrievers, poodles
pugs,
cocker spaniels, and of course the lovable mutts that are “mixed breeds”. Sometimes they are the most lovable of all.
Sometimes we even build them fancy homes.
Green/Smart home designed by Jeselnick architect & construction by Hare ConstructionFairytale Castle by Jeff Crockett Bldg & Design and J. Stepanek Construction
“The Tudor” designed by Helen Okada and built by Jim Yates ConstructionSusan Clark admiring the Castle.
If you’d like visit the Monterey Peninsula and stay overnight accompanied by your doggie, have no fear, there are plenty of hotels to choose from like these Lodgings in Carmel .
Cypress Inn in Carmel-by-the-Sea
The Cypress Inn located in Carmel was a pioneer in pet-friendly lodgings. The hotel until recently was co-owned by our beloved Doris Day who passed away in 2019. A true dog advocate.
I could go on and on about the benefits of being a dog here. Wherever your dog will wander there will be an array of water bowls, dog treats, and amenities to make sure he/she is comfortable and pampered. If he is stressed he can visit a dog psychologist or have a nice massage. Or perhaps a surf lesson to let it all hang out!
Carmel Beach is the place to romp in the surf with no leash laws. Let’s play!
It’s 4th of July weekend in Carmel-by-the-Sea and I think we’re all ready to celebrate! How are you going to kick up your heels this weekend? Spending time on the beach, playing golf, or taking in one of our great restaurants in Carmel?
Imagine teeing off on this gorgeous spot!
If you’d like a handy restaurant guide, here are a few restaurants you may want to consider. However, you spend the weekend, have fun!!
And by the way, I’ll be at our CARMEL REALTY COMPANY office on Ocean Ave, between Dolores and Lincoln, south side of street, from 9:00am – 2:00pm for all of your real estate needs!
Susan’s Suggestions for Carmel Dining
Grasing’s $$$$ Corner of Mission & 6th Av ,831-624-6562
La Balena $$$$ Junipero between 5th & 6th Av, 831-250-6295
Anton & Michel $$$$ Mission between Ocean & 7th Ave, 831-624-2406
Little Napoli $$-$$$ Dolores between Ocean & 7th Ave, 831-626-6335
Vesuvio $$-$$$ Corner of Junipero & 6th Ave, 831-625-1766
La Bicyclette $$-$$$ Dolores between Ocean & 7th Ave, 831-622-9899
Pangaea Grill $$-$$$ Ocean between Dolores & Lincoln, 831-624-2569
Dametra Cafe $$-$$$ Ocean corner of Ocean & Lincoln, 831-622-7766
Basal Seasonal Dining $$-$$$ San Carlos between Ocean & 7th Ave 831-626-8226
Portabella $$-$$$ Ocean between Lincoln & Monte Verde , 831-624-4395
Mission Ranch Restaurant $$-$$$ 26270 Dolores, 831-625-9040 (No Reservations)
Forge and the Forest $-$$ Corner of Junipero & 5th Av, 831-624-2233
Tommy’s Wok $-$$ Mission between Ocean & 7th Ave, 831-624-8518
This is just a partial list. There are many more choices – too many to list every single one.
Nielson Brothers Market, Carmel, Corner San Carlos & 7th Ave
If a beach picnic is more up your alley, you can buy ingredients at5th Avenue Deli (5th Ave between San Carlos & Dolores), Bruno’s Market (Junipero between 5th & 6th), or Nielsen’s Market (Corner of San Carlos & 7th)!. ENJOY!
After more than a year of Covid-19 restrictions, real estate is getting back to normal. No more masks, booties, rubber gloves or hand sanitizers – and no more long legal forms for a buyer to sign in order to go in and see a property. In other words, it’s not a chore to view a home for sale!
Broker tour is BACK and today was my first time back on the broker tour circuit viewing listings in Carmel and Pebble Beach. It was a short tour – only 8 properties on tour in Carmel and Pebble Beach, but it’s a start. The properties ranged from a mere $2, 079,000, a lovely home in Carmel Meadows, to a beautiful Pebble Beach estate priced at $28,500,000 with a breath-taking view. Now that was some home, any takers?
1470 Cypress, Pebble Beach, Courtesy of Carmel Realty Company
If you are starting to think it’s now time to follow your dream of living on the Monterey Peninsula, give me a call and let’s discuss your goals, your dreams, and your future.
So many of our clients come for the weekend, and stay for a lifetime!
