California, Monterey County, Carmel-by-the-Sea, USA

Nestled in the heart of downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, this newly constructed, exquisite 4-bed, 3.5-bath luxury cottage is a rare blend of Carmel charm and refined craftsmanship. Designed by renowned architect Claudio Ortiz, every detail speaks to timeless elegance and California coastal living. Through the arched front door you are welcomed into a warm and inviting stained redwood accented home with a vaulted-ceiling living room adorned with custom shelving, gas fireplace, and radiant hydronic heat beneath engineered wood floors. The gourmet kitchen features a quartzite Taj Mahal island, skylights, and seamless flow to an Italian travertine deck, perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Large windows with custom UK-imported hardware flood the home with southeast light. The main-level primary suite has a spa-like bath with a walk-in shower, underlit honey onyx counters, and a walk-in closet. Downstairs offers 3 bedrooms, a laundry room, family room, and 2 guest baths. Thoughtful details include a fresh air system, solar efficiency, tankless water heater, grade level 5 hand-troweled walls, and Montebella onyx bath counters in the guest bathrooms. With restaurants, shops, and beaches within walking distance, this is the perfect place to unwind after exploring Carmel.