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Local Carmel Tastemakers

We’ll be featuring a selection of local tastemakers on our website to help guests plan their time while visiting Carmel and the surrounding area. Find out where the locals go, where they eat and shop, and their hidden treasures.


 

Shelly Mitchell Lynch, Managing Director Carmel Realty Company

 
Shelly is fourth generation Carmel. She definitely knows her way around Carmel and is well-versed on all of the great Carmel events that take place throughout the year. And if you decide that you’d like to have a place of your own in Carmel, Shelly is the right person to help you make that happen.
Read more about Shelly’s Carmel


 

Davika Weston, Fine Photography Specialist at The Weston Gallery

 
Davi is at the heart of the arts community in Carmel working for one of the oldest and most prominent art and photo galleries. She is a trusted tastemaker when it comes to the arts in Carmel and for family-friendly outings, as she has a young son.
Read more about Davi’s Carmel


 

Angolee Bode, Business Owner & Philanthropist

 
Angolee is the owner of Oya Salon with her husband Brian. Along with managing the salon, she’s also active in the Carmel/Monterey community, as well as managing a household with two kids. She knows a lot about the fabric of Carmel and beyond. She has great tips on Monterey and Carmel Valley for those who like to venture out of Carmel during their stay.
Read more about Angolee’s Carmel


 

Chloe Dolata, co-owner of Carmel Belle Restaurant

 
Chloe Dolata with her Carmel-native husband Jay, have operated Carmel Belle Café for seven years. It’s a popular spot for breakfast, lunch and early dinner for both locals and travelers seeking a little local flavor. Chloe obviously has great taste in restaurants, so when we asked, she happily obliged to share some of her favorite culinary haunts.
Read more about Chloe’s Carmel

The Hideaway has some favorite spots based on our own experiences checking out the town and from guest and local feedback.

 

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    • Carmel Beach
      Carmel Beach is a favorite of locals and tourists alike. Enjoy picnicking on the sand, strolling along the shore, and playing in the surf. It’s one of the few beaches in the area that permits dogs to romp freely and allows beach-goers to build fires on the sand up until 10:00 PM.
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      • River Beach

        Carmel River State Beach is popular with divers, kayakers, and birders. Only a mile long, Carmel River State Beach includes the Carmel River Lagoon and Wetlands Natural Reserve, a popular birding area.

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        • Patisserie Boissiere
          French country dishes & wine, plus pastries & espresso are served in quaint, chateau-style environs.
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          • Katy's Place
            Benedicts, waffles & more in a cozy space with chandeliers & diner-style tables. Named one of Carmel’s best breakfast traditions.
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            • Cottage Restaurant
              Family friendly breakfast any time of day dining while relaxing in front of the fireplace.
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              • Caraccioli Cellars
                Produces local, fruit centric Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and Brut and Brut Rose in their sparkling wine program.
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                • Wrath Wines
                  Wrath produces site-driven Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, and Sauvignon Blanc from their estate vineyard.
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                  • De Tierra Wineyards
                    De Tierra creates sustainably harvested wines to share from the unique terroir of Monterey County.
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                    • Cheese Shop
                      Carmel’s mecca for world-class cheeses, gourmet foods and wines. The perfect spot to purchase some items to picnic on the beach with.
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                      • Cottage of Sweets
                        A traditional British-style sweets shop with a wide variety of homemade fudge, imported licorices and other assorted candies sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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                        • Layfayette Bakery & Cafe
                          Rustic bread, pastries & sandwiches are specialties at this cozy French bakery with communal seats.
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                          • Carmel Belle
                            Dog-friendly mainstay for American fare with heated patio seating, fire pits & lush gardens.
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                            • La Bicyclette
                              Cozy, established bistro offering unpretentious French-Italian fare.
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                              • Salumeria Luca
                                An authentic Italian deli, bakery and gourmet market featuring pure Italian flavors with made-to-order sandwiches and grilled paninis.
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                                • Dametra Cafe
                                  Perfect for its Mediterranean specialties, pizza & pasta. This rustic space is high energy with a fun staff and the occasional live music.
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                                  • Casanova
                                    One of Carmel’s most romantic destinations, this excellent spot offers beautifully presented French-Italian fare in many small dining rooms, including one with a table from France where Vincent van Gogh took his meals.
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                                    • Akaoni
                                      Small sushi bar featuring some of the best local ingredients. Reservations recommended.
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                                      • Vesuvio
                                        Vesuvio features two bars, one adjacent to the main dining room, and the other on the rooftop terrace. Master mixologist Christian Pèpe has created many signature cocktails for the two bars, many using house-infused spirits.
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                                        • Sade's
                                          A local bar, Sade’s is the only dive bar in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
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                                          • Grasings
                                            Dog-friendly choice for locally sourced California cuisine with an outdoor patio, cocktails & wine.
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                                            • Folktale Winery
                                              This beautiful old-world French Chateau rests on 16 acres amongst vineyards and oak-studded mountains in beautiful Carmel Valley.
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                                              • Georis Winery
                                                This Carmel Valley tasting room offers a true wine tasting experience in an authentic garden setting with a 1930’s adobe house.
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                                                • Bokenoogen Winery
                                                  Nestled atop the foothills in the heart of the Santa Lucia Highlands, Boekenoogen grows, produces and bottles on–site.
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                                                  • Point Lobos Reserve
                                                    This beautiful park has been called “the crown jewel of the State Park system” with convenient hiking trails that allow hikers to go for short scenic walks or long traipses.
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                                                    • Garrapata Ridge Trail

                                                       

                                                      A two hour hike that passes through cactus gardens and redwood forests with ocean views all the way to to Big Sur. 

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                                                      • Soberanes
                                                        A moderate 4.7 mile canyon loop that features beautiful wildflowers and is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding.
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                                                        • Weston Gallery
                                                          Established in 1975, the Weston Gallery is a leader in the field of fine vintage and contemporary photography by Ansel Adams, Edward Weston, Harry Callahan, etc.
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                                                          • Winfield Gallery
                                                            a Contemporary, mixed-media gallery representing established, mid-career artists from California and around the country with a primary focus on sculpture and painting.
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                                                            • Charlie Chaplin Mural
                                                              Banksy protege Mr. Brainwash painted this mural by the Cypress Inn.
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                                                              • Del Monte
                                                                Opened in 1897, Del Monte Golf Course is the oldest course in continuous operation west of the Mississippi.
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                                                                • Pacific Grove
                                                                  The most affordable golf experience on or near the Pacific Ocean. The entire back nine offers breathtaking views, and is adjacent to the famous 17 Mile Drive.
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                                                                  • Bayonet & Black Horse
                                                                    Recent renovations have made the ‘must-play’ Monterey Peninsula layouts more scenic and a better overall test of golf.
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                                                                    Stay Two, Third Night On Us!

                                                                    An extra day for walking on the beach, taking a hike, one more dining experience, or just another day to relax and read your book outside in the sun.
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                                                                    The Hideaway Difference

                                                                    Make the most of your stay by enjoying our complimentary European-style breakfast. In the evening, relax fireside or in the courtyard with a glass of wine, a selection of local and imported cheeses, and assortment of antipasti.
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                                                                    Go Where the Locals Go

                                                                    We’ve gotten to know some of Carmel’s local tastemakers, which is great for our guests as this group knows a lot about where to go, what to do, their favorite hidden treasures and more.
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                                                                    Pets are the Best

                                                                    The Hideaway welcomes your four-legged friends with some fun amenities, like comfy beds, collar tags, treats and more. Carmel is the perfect pet getaway – it frequently ranks as the #1 most dog-friendly towns.
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