The Cottages Of Carmel sits in a picturesque spot in Carmel-by-the-Sea, with a newer, small campus that feels more like a boutique hotel or charming bed and breakfast, and you walk in under a covered, stone-accented porte-cochère to a comfortable, well-cared for lobby. The community offers assisted living at The Inn and memory care at The Gardens, both supported by caregivers and certified dementia practitioners who truly care about the residents and work to keep them safe and happy. Residents can pick from studio, suite, or deluxe studio apartment homes, even two-bedroom units, all with modern details and restful, sunlit spaces, and common areas are full of natural light, warm lighting, comfy seating, and thoughtful touches like wood-paneled walls, fireplaces, private patios, and stylish furniture.
Special attention is given to memory care for people living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, and The Gardens provides a safe, supportive environment, with painting classes, a putting green, bocce ball, and a bistro for snacks like fresh fruit and pastries. There are amenities everywhere you look, so residents have access to a full-service salon for hair and nails, a library, activity and fitness rooms, a happy hour space, and walking paths through landscaped grounds, plenty of benches, plus a wooden gazebo with simple outdoor seating.
Dining is restaurant-style, and residents get two daily specials at every meal along with an anytime menu, all crafted by a well-known Executive Chef and culinary team, and the dining room's got wood-paneled walls, chandeliers, and neatly set tables to make it feel homey. The community supports residents with dietary management, wellness programs, medication management, and personalized care available round-the-clock, including 24-hour personal care, daily housekeeping, weekly laundry, move-in help, and even concierge physician services for those who want it.
Safety stays top of mind, with an emergency response system, pendant call buttons in assisted living, and regular Covid and flu vaccine clinics. The Cottages of Carmel is pet-friendly, so residents can keep beloved animals with them, and transportation's provided at no extra fee for doctor visits or group outings, giving everyone more freedom.
A community entry fee of $25,000 lets residents age in place and is fully refundable if they change their mind, which can offer some extra comfort. Utilities and basic cable are covered, there's onsite maintenance, and the team runs a full calendar of engaging activities, outings, and fitness classes. The Cottages Of Carmel focuses on comfort, security, and independence, and it's meant to feel like family, helping residents thrive at their own pace without making things overly complicated.
