Things to Do

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Our prime location offers many things to do. We'll point you in any direction you choose to ensure your stay is all you want it to be and more!

Ready to Relax? Stroll miles of secluded beach just steps from the home. Then relax in the outdoor pool, sauna and  hot tub at the clubhouse. 

Ready to Exercise? Our gated community offers tennis, basketball, bocce ball, sand volleyball, and pickleball courts.   

Adventure Awaits: If you are ready to get out, there is no shortage of activities for you to enjoy. Do not miss the world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium. Go whale watching, hike in Point Lobos State Park, drive along the spectacular Big Sur coast, kayak in the Elkhorn Slough or walk amongst the giant redwoods at Henry Cowell State Park, all within an hours drive. The kids will spend hours on the beach building sand castles.

Indulge Yourself: Sample award winning wines in Carmel Valley, the Santa Lucia Highlands, and the Santa Cruz mountain regions.  Then dine at our favorite nearby restaurants or the many culinary delights in Monterey, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and Pacific Grove. 

Shop: A short drive will take you into the small, historic downtown areas of Monterey, Cannery Row, or Carmel-by-the-Sea for unique shopping experiences.

OUTDOOR RECREATION....

• Blue Ocean Whale Watch, 831-600-5103, blueoceanwhalewatch@gmail.com. “High Spirits” is a luxurious, non-smoking, 60 foot vessel with an upper viewing deck (only vessel on the bay). Max capacity is 49 passengers plus crew.

• Elkhorn Slough Safari, 831-633-5555, www.elkhornslough.com. You can relax and enjoy a roomy, stable ride on a 27-foot pontoon boat. Fun and informative, the onboard naturalist provides local stories, wildlife interpretation and answers to your questions.

• Fast Raft Marine Eco Tours, 831-324-4883, www.fastraft.com. Fast rafts are a fun and exciting way to explore the beautiful Monterey Bay Sanctuary in their low to the water boat, Ranger. Ranger is a 33 foot rigid Inflatable with two new EPA certified four-stroke Mercury engines.

• Sanctuary Cruises, 831-350-4090, www.sanctuarycruises.com. Whale watching on the Monterey Bay is a year-round adventure. They see whales and/or dolphins on well over 95% of their trips, as well as pulsating jellies, sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals, migratory birds, etc.

• Sea Goddess Whale Watching, 831-920-1499, www.seagoddesswhalewatch.com. Imagine being up close and personal with some of the largest, most graceful and rare mammals in the world as they migrate and surface from the deep sea through the abundant feeding grounds of Monterey Bay. The “Sea Goddess” is a pristine and spacious vessel certified for up to 93 passengers and departs from Moss Landing.  Whale sighting is guaranteed or your next trip is FREE.

• Monterey Bay Kayaks, 800-649-5357, www.montereybaykayaks.com. There is no better way to discover the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. You will be amazed and awed by the wildlife that calls this place home. Our retail store offers the largest selection of kayaks and accessories, outdoor clothing and footwear.

•   Monterey Bay Equestrian Center - Horseback riding on the beach  (831) 663-5712 

ONGOING ACTIVITIES...

• E-Bike Vineyard Ride with Tour and Tasting at Justin Vineyards www.vinecycletours.com/e-& 

•  Wednesdays at the Whiskey Club, weekly on Wednesday www.oldmonterey.org/event/ Hosted by a long standing and respected member of the Wednesdays-whiskey-club-Community and national radio host, David Marzetti.KMBY-radio-host David-Marzetti 

• Point Sur Lighthouse Walking Tours www.pointsur.org 3 hour walking tours on Saturdays at 10 am and Wednesdays at 1 pm. Also a 2 hour walking tour at the adjacent Naval Facility.

• Wharf Walks, Monthly on the first Saturday 10 am—12 pm cb8f7e96e54e855f82fcd035e0f73dd4.pdf 2 hour walking tour.  Maritime Historian, Tim Thomas, will provide a cultural history of the wharf and surrounding neighborhood.

• Closest to the Pin Contest, Saturdays 10 am—5 pm www.seemonterey.com/event/closest-to-Located at the Links Club Golf in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the-pin-contest-weekends/8898 win prizes and enjoy bottomless mimosas