Carmel Valley Ranch is a wonderful resort for all to enjoy and has something for all types of interests. When you arrive, you pass through The Old Gate House which serves as a charming introduction to what lies ahead. Slowly make your way past the Golf Clubhouse, Vineyard and Organic Garden. The welcoming committee of deer and wild turkeys almost never take a day off. About a mile up the road you’ll arrive at the Lodge, but before you check in, swing from the trees on the iconic swing. There are swings scattered throughout the 500 acres property. Swings are the resort logo to promote play and fun. They feel at the heart of every experience you’ll have on the property is a simple, but powerful idea: Play is essential. It makes us feel alive, connects us to each other, and comes in all shapes and sizes.
Snug against the Santa Lucia Mountains, Carmel Valley is one of California’s premier wine destinations. This charming resort community invites visitors to experience a more rustic side of sunny California.
Guests can enjoy the chance to roam the ranch’s wide lavender fields, learn about beekeeping or explore the organic garden. Participate in the Hilltop Meet and Greet where you will be introduced to cows, goats, alpaca and your fellow guests. Do you want to learn how to be a rancher? You can attend that experience and have some fun. There are horses on property but they are not for riding; they are for the equestrian experience.
The guest rooms at Carmel Valley ranch are all suites that feature a charming rustic feel with contemporary wooden furnishings. There are 181 rooms in total consisting of 30 studios and 150 suites. There are small buildings with 4 and 8 units in each building spread out across the property.
This 500-acre resort has the best of both worlds when it comes to location. It’s tucked away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, yet minutes from endless options.
