Set on gently rising headlands above a scenic rocky shore, Carmel features quaint homes along the waterfront as well as elegant inland and beachfront property. Carmel is nestled between Big Sur and Pebble Beach golf course. This wonderful northern California community is surrounded by beautiful vineyards and a large base of fine local wineries. With a long history of being a literary and artistic community, Carmel has something to offer the intellectual as well as those who enjoy the outdoors. Carmel’s surrounding areas contain many of California’s finest state parks, great for hiking, camping or just relaxing. With something for everyone, Carmel is the ideal northern California beach town.