DragonsFyre: Elegant Carmel-by-the-Sea Zen Rental

Description from the owner

It's a five minute stroll from DragonsFyre to the stunning Carmel Beach and downtown – both just three short blocks away. Cycle paths abound as do hidden beach pathways, foot bridges and cobblestone terraces for afternoon walks. Listen to the roar of the ocean in the near distance.

DragonsFyre is available for rental plus utilities, weekly cleanings and security deposits. DragonsFyre, an executive vacation rental, has a dog-friendly, fenced Zen fire garden. An outside shower helps with sandy kids/dogs.

DragonsFyre sleeps six Guests in four beds - 3 bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms on three floors. Visit the owner's website for a stunnin...g 3D Virtual Tour, 10 pages of photos, Guest comments, availability and full property details.

Relax in the outdoor luxury spa with fountain and lights under a Zen pagoda. Enjoy drinks around the sunken gas fire pit with seating for ten. A waterfall gurgles above a koi pond. Spectacular night lighting with Drako, a fire breathing dragon. Arched wooden bridge by stone terrace with teak seating for six with six additional benches and three lawn chairs. Buddha water features opposite ancient Chinese paparazzi gate to Jane Powers Walkway for quick trips to downtown for galleries, restaurants and shops. Secret surfer path to beach.

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Additional Location Information

Rear Grounds: A waterfall gurgles above koi ponds that glow at night with underwater lighting. Small buddha gardens spread out amongst seven reading benches of stone and teak. A carved wooden-bridge arcs over the butterfly pit as a granite fountain gurgles nearby. The home, suitable for kids and teens, comes equipped with surf gear and bikes. The garage, driveway and street provides parking for three vehicles.

Architect Allan Turpin's classic eyebrow-windows frame DragonsFyre, cresting the quiet oak knoll of Lopez Avenue. With no through traffic, it's well suited for Guests seeking privacy or with children. A paparazzi rear gate exits to The Jane Powers Walkway leading to Lopez Avenue and Palou Street.

Under moonlight, DragonsFyre glows softly amongst the bamboo hedges, Out front, sea logs abut the street. A stone bowl carved with dragons, rests in the front garden alongside a historic gate with a goat bell and wrought iron ship's nails.

Stone steps lead past wrought iron railings which frame a flagstone entry way. A fountain gurgles beside stone and teak benches. An arched door opens onto the home's foyer and powder bathroom.

DragonsFyre boasts a compact chef's kitchen with Viking range, Sub Zero refrigerator and appliances. There's a BBQ in the rear garden for enthusiasts. The sunny breakfast nook has table seating for six.

The kitchen counter with stool has laptop power, fax and telephone (both with international calling plans) and wireless broadband. Cell coverage is good.

In the Great Room, there's a warming gas/wood burning fireplace. Raised ceilings with original artwork frame the house dragon perched on the rafters above. A love seat with an Alpaca throw snuggles opposite the fireplace and 42" plasma HDTV. A BluRay HD-DVD with a programmed Harmony touch-remote makes life easy. There's a chaise-longue for loungers and a big easy chair for chief executives.

The dining area seats six on a glass circular table. There's oak floors and rugs throughout the ground floor. On the way upstairs, Cuban canvases hang on the wooden stairwell. There's warm carpeting upstairs for the two Guest bedrooms and bathroom.

The master bedroom on the ground floor has a Tempur-Pedic deluxe queen mattress, a HDTV, four oversized windows, an ensuite Jacuzzi, a travertine glass shower, dual granite sinks and mirrors, a toilet room and a walk-in closet.

Upstairs, there's a bathroom with a glass and travertine shower and two Guest bedrooms. The queen Dragon Room has two bedside tables, a small walk-in closet with clothes shelves, hangers and ironing facilities. Four windows open to the dragons and waterfall in the garden outside. The Savannah Room, with ocean glimpses, boasts two double beds, bedside table and shared light. African art adorns the walls and ceilings. A small walk-in closet has ironing facilities, clothes shelves and hangers.

The downstairs laundry room opens to the single car garage. There's four mountain bikes, helmets and locks. A short surf board, a long surf board for beginners, two skim boards, two boogie boards, kites, frisbees, kid's sand toys, wine and beach hampers, foldable beach chairs, beach towels and a beach stroller are available. Please bring your own shortie wetsuits. A foldable wheelchair is available for car outings or for access via Kyota Bridge to the home's spa. For Guests with infants, even with the koi pond's wrought iron railings, garden supervision of all children is still required.

Site has:
* 3D virtual tour in dappled sunlight and fiery night
* photographs with Tibetan hangings
* Zen fire garden and grounds views
* DragonsFyre full house view
* Dragons of DragonsFyre
* house sculptures
* DragonsFyre floor plans & maps
* DragonsFyre specifications
* Carmel-by-the-Sea Walking Guide

Walk to Pebble Beach's 11th fairway
17 Mile Drive's entrance to Pebble Beach is minutes away — by car or footpath. Four minutes via the surfer's path gets you beachside fast. It's just ten minutes walk to Pebble Beach's 11th fairway via beach access.

For a carefree stay, please review DragonsFyre's home comparisons and Guest comments. Carmel's zip code is 93921.

See the owner's website at http://www.carmelbythesearentals.com for full details

Location Type Ocean, Village

Rental fees

Additional notes from owner

See http://www.carmelbythesearentals.com for full details
DragonsFyre Vacation Rental Terms & Conditions
All cleaning and utility expenses billed at cost
$460 House Cleaning Fees for three weekly cleans and a final clean, billed at cost. All bed linens provided along with two bath towels, one hand towel and face cloth per person (6 sets provided); toilet paper, bathroom soap & shampoo; starter kitchen paper towels & cloths; garbage bags. Cleaned/refreshed each week. Bedroom accessories dry-cleaned after pet stays as necessary at additional cost.

$280 Spa Cleaning Fees (per month) for weekly servicing; Patio Wipe Downs performed weekly for Guest's use of teak patio furniture and stone benches as well as the firepit seating; Groundskeeper Cleaning upon Guest's departure.

$800/mth utilities (estimated) including metered gas, electricity, water, garbage, cable, wireless broadband, telephone, and fax with calling plans - all billed at cost. Utilities vary by Guest usage and weather.

Weekly Gardening Services included in Rental Rates
Stacked Firewood - 40 complimentary pieces per Guest
Koi Food provided
Fire Breathing Dragon not included but available via chargeable groundskeeper visit

Security Deposit $2,000; $3,500 with dog
Security Hold charged 10 days prior to Rental Date
Check-In from 4:00pm - Check-Out by 10:00am

Payment
Payment is accepted via Visa, MasterCard and American Express and personal/company check.

Rental Paperwork
A signed rental agreement with 50% payment is required before your rental reservation is accepted. The final 50% payment is due 120 days prior to the Rental Date.

Cancellation & Refunds
If cancellation is unavoidable, Carmel-by-the-Sea Rentals attempts to rerent DragonsFyre. If successful, a refund at the new rented rates less a $500 processing fee and less any commissions, discounts or other promotional pricing is made. Refunds made by credit card or check depending on the rental payment(s).

Security Deposit & Damages
The Security Deposit is $2,000 ($3,500 with dog) and is authorized as a 'hold' on your credit card 10 days prior to your Rental Date. Any damage to the property, furnishings and household items other than normal wear and tear, and/or any excessive cleaning required, is the responsibility of the Guest. Assessment of any such damages/cleaning is by Carmel-by-the-Sea Rentals.

Telephone & Wireless Broadband
Local and long distance calling is provided on both the main telephone line and dedicated fax line with calling plans billed at cost. Cell access is OK. Wireless broadband is available for all PCs and Macs.

Smoking Is Not Permitted
Sorry, no exceptions.

Pet Policy
Well behaved dogs are allowed. Additional pet cleaning fees may be required if your dog sheds, soils the carpet or requires bedding/blankets to be drycleaned (all billed at cost). An additional $1,500 Pet Security Deposit is required. Please inquire during your rental request. At no time may cats (or kittens) be brought onto the property.

Travel Insurance
Guests should purchase travel insurance through a third party of their choice. Travel insurance will cover your Rental Payment, less any processing fees, due to inclement weather in the winter or other unavoidable reasons. Call these firms for quotations upon booking with Carmel-by-the-Sea Rentals:

Access America Travel 1.800.284.8300
CSA Travel Protection 1.800.348.9505
Travel Guard International 1.800.826.1300
Travelex 1.800.228.9792

What Past Guests Are Saying

• Tyler
  Redding, CA

  Relaxing, Close to town, Perfect for a little Getaway

  Left on 12/27/2011 for a stay in June 2011
  
  

  Amenities were excellent and high quality. The house and landscaping was very relaxing. It was a great place to stay and it is very easy to walk to the beach or town when you want to get out. It's large enough for a family or a retreat of sorts.

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  Would you recommend this vacation rental to a friend? Yes

  Recommended for: Romantic, Families

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  Response from Tahoe & Carmel Rentals - 01/13/2012

  

  Tahoe & Carmel Rentals

  Owner

  Thanks for review. Since your stay I've added a new 42" HDTV with HD cable, new paintings from Morocco, a very large carved-wooden cobra from the Marrakech souq artisans, and painted the great room ceiling with a wonderful soft sheen. Best, Paul

• Alicia
  Stockton, CA

  Fabulous time had by all, young and young at heart!

  Left on 08/26/2011 for a stay in June 2011
  
  

  My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our time here. It was close to the beach and to town for our daily walks. The home was perfect for our adult children and grandchildren. We barbecued, made smores in the firepit and took full advantage of the beautiful backyard. Great family vacation!

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  Response from Tahoe & Carmel Rentals - 01/13/2012

  

  Tahoe & Carmel Rentals

  Owner

  Glad the fire pit was fun. Complimentary fire pit firewood always stocked for Guests enjoyment. Best, Paul