Ocean View Historic Villa: LX41 | House in Carmel By The Sea

| 9.6 (9 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  9 Bathrooms  1 Guest
Carmel Highlands House | Ocean View Historic Villa: LX41

1 Bedroom House in Carmel Highlands, Carmel By The Sea

Updated remodeled Exquisite Artist Estate sitting above it all on the Carmel Ocean Coast line. This Historic Estate has a Mysterious artist affair behind its creation please read the paragraphs below this brief description. Sitting on a one hundred year old property, with approximately 4,100 square feet of living space, this venue boasts 4 en-suite bedrooms, four full and one half bath, fireplaces, a gracious living room with high ceilings, wood beams and skylights. There is a private dining room with wainscoting, redwood plank flooring and a master bedroom on the main floor, a separate guest quarters and gated entry. These stunning grounds feature breathtaking ocean views, outdoor patios, winding pathways, custom fireplaces, artistic stonework, unique arches, fountains and lovely terraced gardens bearing fruit trees, flowers and vines. A true romance of artistry and historical design. Come experience a piece of history, Romance and Art.
John O'Shea was not just a Socializing in his new surroundings . At years end 1917-1918 he had joined the thirteen other artists
in the winter exhibition of fifty or more paintings in the Hall of Arts and Crafts Club .
We surmise that the presence of John O'shea at Carmel Highlands was somehow related to that of Mrs. Elizabeth Bigelow at the time widowed ,art patron, collector of paintings , and wealthy Santa Barbaran. Elizabeth was deeded the Carmel Highlands property in 1918. None other then John O'shea "superintended the building of the Bigelow house , one of the show places of the Carmel HIghlands. Where he subsequently lived for some time. It is rumored that there was a possible affair during the build of the property. Ask the Owner about the Man Quarters built on property in a separate suite. John O'shea established a reputation as "a most eligible bachelor " and became a popular figure n the art community as well as among the literati! Please see his Bio below to understand his full background. We look forward to having you experience the view and piece of art history on the famous California Coast of Carmel !
A Century of History
The house was built in 1919 by art patron and socialite Elizabeth Bigelow. Elizabeth was instrumental in solidifying Carmel as an artist haven, serving as a mentor and muse for local artists. Most notably, the world renowned artist John O'Shea followed Elizabeth to Carmel in 1918 from Santa Barbara. John superintended the building of the house, โ€œone of the show places of Carmel.โ€ It is rumored that the two would steal away to the โ€œMen's roomโ€ during their long, passionate affair. He did paint the view from the house (add photo).
John O'Shea Biography
One of the leading artists in the Carmel area between 1917-1945, he painted in oil, watercolor and charcoal. John's avant-garde and vibrant paintings of landscapes helped soldiery Carmel as the artistic destination it is today
Men's Room
The Men's room was originally a separate cottage. At the time, it was believed that men should not drink, smoke, gamble, and talk โ€œmasculineโ€ topics in front of women. The men would leave the women inside and spend the rest of the evening in separate. It is believed that the men's room was the location of Elizabeth and John's elicit affair. The cottage was connected to the house in the late 50s.
In 1917 O'Shea settled on the Monterey Peninsula. While maintaining a studio in his home, he became active with the art community in both Carmel (served as director-president of the Carmel Art Association) and San Francisco. Two years after his marriage to Molly Shaughnessy in 1922, the couple built a home near Smugglers Cove in Carmel Highlands. The O'Shea's led a very active social life. One of their neighbors was artist Theodore Morrow Criley who would become O'Shea's closest friend and painting companion. Other friends included poet Robinson Jeffers, photographer Edward Weston, artists Thomas Parkhurst, William Clothier Watts, William Ritschel and Burton Boundey (who had two one-man shows with O'Shea).
O'Shea continued to paint and having successful exhibititions, often solo, for many years receiving much praise for his work. Probably the highest artistic tribute was paid him by the Director of the California Palace of the Legion of Honor, who was โ€œsure that the gorgeous color and design of Mr. O'Shea's canvases will make a tremendous impression with the San Francisco public,โ€ and arranged for a showing of sixty-three of his works at the Legion in 1934.
Although trained in the East, it was through his travels in the Southwest, the South Seas, Mexico, and Hawaii, that O'Shea developed his unique style โ€“ a blend of American Impressionism, realism, and abstraction. A highly versatile artist, he left a legacy of over five hundred works in oil, watercolor, and charcoal. John O'Shea died at home on April 29, 1956 at the age of eighty.

Ocean View Historic Villa: LX41 is located in Carmel Highlands. Ocean View Historic Villa: LX41 provides accommodation, featuring View, Oceanfront, Hot Tub, among other amenities. This House features View, Oceanfront, Hot Tub, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Ocean View Historic Villa: LX41 has 1 Bedroom , 9 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 1 person. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have rated it 3, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Carmel Highlands has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Carmel Highlands, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Carmel By The Sea, 93923, United States

Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • 9 bathrooms
Bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Marina nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
General
  • Unit size: 200 sq ft (19 sq m)
  • Portuguese
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Near the sea
  • Near the ocean
  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a rural location
Guest Services
  • Highchair
  • Travel crib
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Chef
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
Spa
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

arash s.
Jan 10, 2020 01:17:32 PM
Review Score:   6
Summary: We rented this property for a family trip in Dec 2019. First the good. The check out process was seamless, the property manager helped us find the place and check in. The Location is definitely is the highlight of this property, its private and has great views. There is a big garden, the other thing that stands out, as its expansive and has a lot of neat features to explore. As for the dwelling itself, thats were some of the points come off. The property is very old, many of the doors don't stay closed or require one to slam it to get shut. The windows leak during rain storm, there are no window treatments in some of the bedrooms so the light comes in 6am. The fire pit did not work, the handy man came by to check it out but could not get it to work. One shower did not come with a shower curtain, another shower the water temperature would not get beyond lukewarm. Some of the rooms get cold since its and older property and there is only 1 thermostat for the entire property, There was one space heater we found to help out. The kitchen has some modern appliances, but a very tiny old fridge with small freezer that can fit 1 or 2 items. Its hard to use for a large group. There is a 2nd small kitchen in another part of the house, but its separated and not as useful, though there is a bigger fridge there. All in all I would say this was on the lower end of the properties we have rented on vrbo and we would not recommend.
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FAQ's

Is this Carmel Highlands house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Carmel Highlands house have a swimming pool?

No, this Carmel Highlands house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Carmel Highlands house?

Best-rates for the Carmel Highlands house starts from $2,831 per night with includes TV, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Laundry, View, Oceanfront, Hot Tub, Kitchen, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Parking, Sports/Activities, Entertainment, Breakfast, Wellness Facilities, Internet, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens with all other facilities. BedroomVillas.com.au matches every traveler with their perfect villa, resort, or rental and whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Carmel Highlands house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Carmel Highlands house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Carmel Highlands house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Carmel Highlands house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Carmel Highlands house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Carmel Highlands house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Carmel Highlands house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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