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Star Route

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· Carmel Valley, Monterey, California

3 acres hosted by Jeff M.

1 lodging site

Best glamping: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Jeff is a Star Host

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Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

The original owner, of this property, Varisto, was a happy go lucky bootlegger back in the day, that welcomed many to try his brew and listen to a song or two on the accordion. He's good neighbor, a famous cowboy artist, Jack Swanson, and he used to have fun fishing out of the river, and sharing a glass or two. One day as Jack was herding his cattle through the area, past Princess Camp, located across the street, he spend a little too long here at Star Route, and to his surprise, the cattle had made their way into Princess Camp startling a few campers outside their airstreams. The Esselen Indians settled just up the road at the Cachagua Community Park back in the 1800's right by the Carmel River, which has an old stone house above the river, and many places to sit and reflect.Nourish yourself in nature in this luxury tent on a piece of property situated near the Los Padres Forest. You can't help but completely relax with the vibe that envelops you as you step foot on the ground, and takes you back to a slice of days gone by. The main house is about 300 feet away from the tent, and you have a beautiful private bathroom close to the tent with an indoor toilet and shower. To one side of the tent is a large picnic table for only you. There is a gas BBQ grill, and an outdoor sink. You'll need to bring your own food supplies, water, and sleeping bags, bedding/linens. The property is completely fenced in, and just a 5 minute walk to the Carmel River, and a 1/4 mile hike to Los Padres Dam. We are 25 minutes from the Carmel Valley Village. There are two other rentals on the property, but each has it's own privacy the way they are situated. There are chickens, and yes, a rooster that make up part of the eclectic farm. We also have one very friendly dog, Ruby, and one cat, Cleo. WiFi is available

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223 ratings · 180 reviews

Jenna R.recommends

December 5, 2024

Quail Nest at Star Route

Great spot

Jeff has clearly spent years developing his rental areas, with attention to detail, quirky vintage decor, and desirable amenities for folks staying. He has creatively used his acreage to make a cozy space for those of us passing through needing a hot shower and comfortable spot to sleep. I only wish we could see it in the summer, when all of his gardens are in bloom. We were sad to have missed Jeff, as he was also visiting family for the holiday, but his sweet neighbor came and checked on us, along with the online famous Ruby! It was a chilly night, so we cozied up in the outdoor living room with lights and a heater to play cards and listen to some tunes before heading to bed and continuing to the coast for the rest of our trip. The only complaint we have, which is no fault of Jeff’s, is there are LOTS of dogs in the neighborhood that began barking non stop around 11:30 pm that affected our sleep. Our sound machine saved us! Oh, and if you’re coming during cooler months, I highly recommend shower shoes because the floor in there is cold!

Steve E.recommends

November 23, 2024

Quail Nest at Star Route

An Eclectic Oasis in Carmel Valley

Wow! What a great place to hide away for a bit. Carmel Valley and the Quails Nest are great places to unwind and relax. It's a super sweet spot with the sweetest dog as co-host, Ruby! And her co-host, Jeff, is amazing, too. The phrase "a very kind gentleman" comes to mind. Wonderful accommodations include the glamping tent and handy heater, an amazing bathroom with a piping hot shower, and the coolest place to hang out in the living room and dining area. There is even Wi-Fi, which is handy with minimal cell reception. All in all, it was a wonderful stay with an A+ host.

Shawn D.recommends

October 5, 2024

Quail Nest at Star Route

Jeff’s spot was very rustic and peaceful. The stargazing is a must! Thanks Jeff for sharing your place and the history.

Jack L.recommends

September 17, 2024

Quail Nest at Star Route

Magical host and campsite!

Very cute campsite with a friendly host! Also, Ruby the dog is very cute, friendly, and well behaved. The facilities were all great! You will get woken up by the rooster and other noisy birds around 8am everyday.

Eli D.recommends

September 8, 2024

Quail Nest at Star Route

The amenities on the grounds make for a really special getaway. From the outdoor bar with power fridge and freezer to the incredibly clean bathroom to the hammock there is so much to mention about this place. There is a super cute county park very close by (walkable) with a swimming hole that offered a lot of water even in the beginning of September (5' deep). Definitely feels like a hidden gem and so special to be able to cool off there and easily get back to camp and shower and relax on the hammock. BBQ+Propane+Fridge/Freezer+padded outdoor furniture provided cut down on a lot of packing, and there are AC outlets - we brought a little fan which helped with the heat and the flies (a bit).

Jessica K.recommends

August 28, 2024

Quail Nest at Star Route

Amazing Property and Kind Hosts

Jeff, Rose, and Ruby were incredibly kind and helpful hosts who own a beautiful property (and pets!) that we were very fortunate to enjoy for a night on our Hwy 1 road trip. We definitely plan to tell our friends and return for a longer stay! :)

Location

Carmel Valley, Monterey, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Esselen First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking