The crown jewel of the Monterey peninsula, Carmel-by-the-Sea has been long known for its natural beauty, fairytale cottages, art-filled boutiques, gourmet dining and pristine white sand beach. This ...

Nestled along California's rugged coastline, Carmel-by-the-Sea feels like stepping into a storybook village where charm meets ...

On our way to check into the La Playa Hotel and Cottages-by-the Sea, we happened upon a wedding in the garden. It seemed fitting, as this resort overlooking Carmel Bay began as a 1905 mansion designed ...

Carmel-by-the-Sea, often referred to as simply Carmel, sits gracefully on the Monterey Peninsula, known for its natural beauty and artistic history. Today, it attracts artists and tourists alike, with ...

A neighborhood typically known for being old is now known for its looks. Carmel-by-the-Sea was named California’s “prettiest town” by international design magazine Architectural Digest. And it’s all ...

Some residents of bucolic Carmel-by-the-Sea fear they're losing their city one house at a time. Although many people believe the town's forest and rural streetscape are the real keys to its character, ...

CARMEL AND FINE CUISINE? They're a duo that's as tight and as timeless as storybook cottages and sea-air strolls, another partnership that has made Carmel-by-the-Sea a favorite destination. And while ...

Here are six cottagecore-approved U.S. destinations where you can lean fully into your rustic fairytale dreams. If there were ...