Lovely peaceful private setting with a large three bedroom home that includes two bathrooms, a well equipped large kitchen that opens to a great dining and living area with outdoor views of 3 acres, yet close to everything! Hidden gem located in Steinbeck Country on the outskirts of Monterey yet close to everything. Three-bedroom Spanish style home in a lovely country setting perfect for enjoying family and friends. A large well equipped kitchen opens to an inviting great room dining and living area. The cooktop island with seating for four looks out to the patio surrounded by an oak and pine studded hillside. Plenty of tiled counter space accommodates multiple cooks and large family gatherings. The spacious master suite features a California king size bed at one end of the home and two bedrooms, one with a queen the other with a double/full size bed and bath located at the other end of the home. House amenities include a new dishwasher, washer/dryer, cable TV, and wireless internet. Saltillo tile floors, high ceilings and cathedral windows in the open great room provide a perfect location for viewing local wildlife, sharing family meals and games. The house is fully stocked with linens and towels, and the kitchen is well-equipped with dishes, cookware, utensils, kitchen gadgets and pantry items. The large deck nestled between the house and mature pines and oaks includes patio furniture, and a gas grill and an inviting spot to enjoy a glass of local wine, read a book or enjoy the sunshine. Please note that during summer months we require a 3 night min. Centrally located in Steinbeck country; 7 miles east of Monterey, 6 miles from the airport and 3 miles from Laguna Seca Raceway. Enjoy the convenience to many activities and events on the Monterey Peninsula, wine tasting in the Salinas Valley, and day trips to Santa Cruz and San Francisco. The house is a short drive to Monterey, Carmel, Pebble Beach, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Pacific Grove and the Monterey Fairgrounds to the west and within minutes to hiking and biking at the Fort Ord Monument and wonderful venues for wine tasting on the River Road Wine Trail. Dozens of world class golf courses within a short drive. Holidays and weekends during the summer require a 3 day minimum stay. Enjoy a quiet evening after attending events such as the Food & Wine Festival, Carmel Sand-Building Contest, the Sea Otter Classic, Big Sur Marathon, Monterey Jazz Festival, AT&T ProAm Golf, Concours d'Elegance, and many more. You will have the entire home to yourself. We will be available by phone, text and e-mail for your questions. Country setting in oak studded hills with deer, wild turkey and doves. Automobile will be necessary to travel to Monterey, Pebble Beach, Carmel, Pacific Grove, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey Airport, Carmel Valley, and Big Sur. - Additional guests over 6 upon host approval. Additional fees apply. - Well behaved animals upon host approval. Additional fees apply.