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Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town

Vacation home near Monterey Bay in Pacific Grove

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A beach with clear water, a rocky outcrop, and a few trees.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a brown leather couch and patterned rug.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a central island with stools, and pendant lighting.
A building with large windows, a door with a wreath, and a number '213' on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with stools.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Pacific Grove, CA
  • Place, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lovers Point
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Pacific Grove

Town Center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Town Center vacation home, you'll find Monterey Bay and Lovers Point. Monterey Bay Aquarium and 17-Mile Drive are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lovers Point - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oceanview Boulevard - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • 17-Mile Drive - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 7 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪First Awakenings - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Compagno's Market & Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town

This urban oasis is a few blocks from the beach, and around the corner from one of the most charming Main Streets in America. Located in the commercial district of Pacific Grove, it’s just steps from shops, galleries, restaurants, cafes, a wine bar and a movie theater. The entry area—with a bistro table and a sofa—is set up like a storefront. The real living areas are behind the door, where you can relax on leather sofas adjoining a lovely kitchen with mocha-colored quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and a breakfast bar that seats four. The master bedroom has a private bath with a walk-in shower; the upstairs bedroom has a peek of the ocean and an en suite powder room. The laundry is in the basement at the bottom of the stairs, and all the delights of Pacific Grove are right outside your front door. You can swim, dive or kayak at Lover's Point right down the street (with a white sand beach for sunning, a kiddie pool, beach volleyball court, and a snack bar, café and restaurant). With grassy areas for picnics and surrey, bike, kayak and paddle board rentals—this park is a favorite of visitors and locals alike. Stroll down the coastal recreation trail to commune with seals and sea otters, or play golf at the ocean side Pacific Grove Golf Course, affectionately known as a budget-minded alternative to Pebble Beach. A short drive will take you to Cannery Row, Fisherman’s Wharf, downtown Monterey or Carmel. Within minutes you can be touring scenic 17-Mile Drive, hiking to secluded Big Sur beaches,horseback riding, deep-sea fishing or whale watching. Any questions? Just ask “Alexa.” Street parking and one designated space in the lot across the street. Pacific Grove Transient Use License #419asdf

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Music library
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number VR000419

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.5 mi (18-min drive) away from the Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town to the beach?

This vacation home is 6 mi (18-min drive) from Carmel Beach and 1.3 mi (8-min drive) from McAbee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town to downtown Pacific Grove?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Pacific Grove.

Ain't Life Grand? - Pacific Grove House - Beach + Town Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! There are restaurants within a short walk and the beach is about four blocks away.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cozy and well maintained Condo!

Clean and well maintained Condo with easy check in&out. Very close to beach. Our family loved the place. Thanks Kyle for responding quickly to our questions.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place and perfect location! We stayed for the Big Sur Marathon and was easy and comfortable. Very happy with the beds, bathrooms, and kitchens. All in all, fantastic stay and great host, would do it it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this sweet little spot in the heart of Pacific Grove! It was immaculate, with a fabulous kitchen and you couldn't find a better location. Will definitely stay there again. Great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice place. Fancy Good location. Not for any one with mobility issuesNeed grab bars in shower.
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
convenient to beach walks, restaurants, breweries... All the arrangements were just as stated. Great lace. Would go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ideal Location

Loved the location and privacy of this home. Lots of space, well appointed and comfy. We will be back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were thrilled with how accommodating Kyle was. The property was super clean and well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a lovely house with lots of walkable options for food and scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and access to shopping, restaurants and the ocean! We really enjoyed the unit for our short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was clean, comfortable, and centrally located to the activities we wanted to do while visiting Pacific Grove.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in pacific grove

Awesome stay in pacific grove. Very central location and easy to walk to attractions and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location and nice clean place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location

We had a great stay at Pacific Grove. The apartment has everything you need and plenty of space for everyone. The location is great, and the beds were very comfortable. You can hear the piano music from the school next door but it didn’t concern us, it added to it. My only feedback is to also have some dish cloths and tea towels available, I couldn’t find any so when I wanted to wash the dishes instead of using the dishwasher it was difficult to dry them.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay!

We really enjoyed the condo. It was very comfortable, clean, and has a perfect location. Thank you very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Place!

Stayed here for a few days and absolutely loved the place! Clean, cozy and amazing location. Can't wait to come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The house was in the perfect location — walking distance to shops, restaurants, cafes, and even a grocery store. Stepping outside and seeing the ocean just down the street felt magical, especially with the morning mist and the sound of seagulls greeting us each day. It was the perfect Pacific Grove getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Place

Wonderful place and perfect location in Pacific Grove. It comes with a parking too! It’s our 7th year of staying for 21 days. Countless restaurants, markets, and bakeries just a walk away. Lover’s Point for walking/biking just down four blocks. This is where we’ll stay again for sure!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in a great location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend this place to everyone. The home is absolutely beautiful inside and the location is perfect. Just a short walk to Lover’s Point and the cute little town with lots of restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay!

We absolutely loved our stay at Ain't Life Grand. It was exactly like the pictures - beautiful house, plenty of space, and very quiet. Great location also. Wish we could have stayed longer - would definitely stay here again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st time to Pacific Grove.

A fantastic home that is very well updated, in an awesome location right off Lighthouse blvd walking to shops, restaurants and coffee shops. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

the middle of PG

We enjoyed our stay. The proximity to all the businesses on Lighthouse was ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Trip

Very cute place that fit my family of 4 really nice. Easy to find location and parking was easy. Much better and easier then any hotel stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place and location!

My family of four just stayed here and it was fabulous! The location was perfect and the accommodations were clean and comfortable. We look forward to our next stay at this house. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

The house was in a great location to take long walks or jogs with infant.i it was close to restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023