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Carmel Valley Ranch

Carmel, California, United States

This 500-acre, pet-friendly property is nestled in the Santa Lucia Mountains, offering all-suite lodging with fireplaces and terraces. The main lodge features the Valley Kitchen restaurant and a 10,000-square-foot Aiyana Spa, alongside an adult pool with a rimless hot tub. Down in the valley, River Ranch offers tennis and pickleball courts, multiple pools, a fitness center, and a bocce court, all surrounded by scenic views. The resort’s amenities also include a cafรฉ in a historic 1890s farmhouse.

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Tennis Director Matt Kirkham oversees racquet-sports programming at Carmel Valley Ranch, drawing on his experience from various roles with Cliff Drysdale Tennis. His focus on the resortโ€™s local membership enhances guest participation in a variety of weekly activities, including daily clinics, Liveball sessions, and doubles mixers. The resort features seven hard courts and four permanent pickleball courts, with beginner lessons and community play sessions offered regularly. Additionally, monthly complimentary doubles tennis mixers are organized for guests.

The resort's 18-hole golf course, designed by Pete Dye, features a front nine along the Carmel River and a challenging back nine with dramatic elevation changes and dense underbrush. The 10,500-square-foot Spa Aiyana offers treatments inspired by the resort's gardens, and guests can enjoy two fitness centers with complimentary classes like Pilates and yoga. Children's programs include hands-on experiences at the Ranch, such as caring for farm animals and learning ranch chores. Dining options include the Valley Kitchen, known for its California cuisine, and lighter fare at the River Ranch Cafe, Market Cafe & Creamery, and Clubhouse Grill.

The Ranch suites range from 650 to 1,200 square feet, offering studios to four-bedroom options. All suites feature living areas with travertine fireplaces, complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and bath amenities made from on-property lavender. Some suites offer more privacy among oak trees, while others on an open hillside provide expansive valley views. Regardless of location, the rooms are designed for supreme comfort.

The resort is open year-round, with the best visiting time from March to November. The nearest major airports are San Jose International (SJC), 80 miles north, and San Francisco International (SFO), 117 miles north. Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) is a closer regional option, just 13 miles away.
One Old Ranch Rd, Carmel, California, United States
Tennis Courts: 7 hard
Pickleball Courts: 4 pickleball, outdoor
Director: Matt Kirkham
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Lodging: Yes
Dining: Yes
Spa: Yes
Pool: Yes
Gym: Yes
Golf: Yes
Beach: No

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