On the bookCA 93923, USAHotel

Vagabond's HouseInn

Guests arrive at this 1920s-era inn on Dolores Street and step into a historic Carmel landmark where 39 individually designed rooms set the intimate tone for the weekend.

Ceremony
20 seated
Reception
150 seated
Nearest airport
MRY · 1 hour 15 minutes
Open season
JuneOctober
Price range
$$$
Rating
4.8 /5 · 152

Vagabond's House Inn is a hotel destination wedding venue in CA 93923, USA, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), 1 hour 15 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.

01 · In a sentence

Vagabond's House Inn in CA 93923, open JuneOctober.

Guests arrive at this 1920s-era inn on Dolores Street and step into a historic Carmel landmark where 39 individually designed rooms set the intimate tone for the weekend.

The property's brick courtyard and garden spaces offer ceremony and reception areas within walking distance of Carmel-by-the-Sea's downtown galleries and beaches.

Hosts can expect their party to experience the venue's signature blend of vintage California charm and modern hospitality across a self-contained property.

UPDATE in response to the owner’s reply: 1. I guess because they did not like my negative review, they decided to share my private info of my name (which is not public on Google nor shared with businesses when I leave Google reviews). Of course they knew who it was based on context of this review, but it’s the fact they decided to share it is concerning and shows how they handle negative feedback - sharing customer’s private information on the internet. 2. I am a heavy sleeper, your soundproofing was cheap. 3. For $770+ for two nights, my stay should have been perfect this first time. ******** I stayed here over Thanksgiving holiday in their pet friendly ground level room #14 and I did not enjoy my stay. The walls of the room are paper thin and I could hear every footstep and every toilet flush from the people above me. I could hear the 6am FaceTime Thanksgiving day convo from the people in the room beside me. They were FaceTiming their family and wishing them Happy Thanksgiving. Definitely something I want to hear at 6am. From being woken up every day at 6am and the elephants above me until 12am, I barely got any sleep both nights I stayed. I could have camped outside in a tent and saved myself $770+ bucks. The private patio also has a running fountain and I could hear it all night too. Wish I could have turned it off so I didn’t have to hear water splashing either. The shower head sucks and needs to be tossed out. Weak pressure and you’re in the shower longer because the water pressure is so weak in rinsing all the soap off. Location is good and luckily the room was very clean and I did not find any bed bugs. The breakfast was basic for $770+ for two nights. I’ve stayed at older style places like this and the walls were never this thin and much nicer meals. I definitely won’t be staying here again and it was not worth the price.

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02 · What sets it apart

4 notes, from the desk.

Note 01

39 uniquely decorated guest rooms on-site, eliminating the need for off-property accommodations

Note 02

Located on Dolores Street at 4th Avenue, within the walkable Carmel-by-the-Sea village center

Note 03

Historic building dating to the 1920s with period architecture and original courtyard garden

Note 04

Rated 4.8/5 on Google, reflecting consistent guest satisfaction across accommodations and service

03 · The season

Best held in June, July, August.

The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Vagabond's House Inn.

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Peak · booked earlyOpen · typically availableShoulder · quieterClosed to weddings
04 · Hold a date

Check availability.

Select a date
April 2026
Pick a date

Choose a day from the calendar.

We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.

05 · A sample weekend

How the weekend usually runs.

Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.

Friday · day 01
  • 3:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at inn; welcome gathering in courtyard
  • 6:00 PMRehearsal dinner at on-site restaurant or reserved garden space
Saturday · day 02
  • 2:00 PMCeremony in courtyard or garden
  • 3:30 PMCocktail hour and reception dinner
Sunday · day 03
  • 10:00 AMFarewell brunch at inn before guest checkout
06 · Practical

Things worth knowing.

Getting there

MRY · 1 hour 15 minutes

Guests fly into Monterey Regional Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.

Typical total

$8,000

Pricing varies based on season (peak summer vs. off-season), guest count, and specific room selections. Contact the venue directly for custom quotes.

Ceremony fee

$1,500

A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.

Reception

$85 / head

A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.

Room rate

$180 / night

A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.

Weather window

June – October

4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.

07 · Questions

Asked along the way.

Can guests stay at the venue during the wedding weekend?+

Yes. All 39 rooms are available for booking, allowing wedding parties to stay together on property throughout the celebration.

What outdoor spaces are available for ceremonies and receptions?+

The property features a brick courtyard and manicured garden areas that can accommodate both ceremony and reception functions for groups up to 150 guests.

Is the venue walkable to Carmel's downtown attractions?+

Absolutely. Located on Dolores Street at 4th Avenue, the inn is within walking distance of galleries, restaurants, and Carmel Beach.

Does the venue provide catering services?+

Contact the property directly through their website at https://vagabondshouseinn.com/ for details on in-house catering and preferred vendor options.

What is the venue's guest capacity?+

The property can accommodate 20 to 150 guests depending on ceremony and reception configuration.

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A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.