The best camper van rentals near Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Carmel-by-the-Sea is a beautiful quaint town on California’s central coast and is known for its fairytale architecture that would be fitting in any Bohemian town. The beautiful white sand beaches and stunning seaside cliffs are ready for a camper van rental. It's a charming little town home to about 4,000 people and is full of art galleries, boutiques, hotels, stores, and restaurants. It is reminiscent of the bygone era of the 1920s due to its quirky fairytale feel and infinite beauty.  

Carmel-by-the-Sea’s coastline has both sandy beaches and rocky, cypress covered rock outcroppings which have inspired painters of many kinds. Residents can regularly be found at Carmel Beach enjoying the beauty of the sunset while watching surfers ride the waves. Carmel River State Beach, which is a mile south of the town, is a popular site for diving, kayaking, surfing, and camper van rentals. Point Lobos State Reserve has long been dubbed the crown jewel of the State Park system.



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Melodious: Storyteller Overland Classic MODE 4x4

Storyteller Overland Classic MODE 4x4•High Top in Live Oak

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$275/ night

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Van Gogh: 4x4 Winnebago Revel

Winnebago Revel•High Top in San Jose

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$199/ night

In order to retain Carmel’s small-town atmosphere, a part of Carmel has homes known strictly by their names that have been passed down from owner to owner.

Hugh Comstock, who planned and built a 300 sqfthome to store his wife’s doll collection in 1924, started Carmel’s fairytale cottage obsession.

Within the municipal borders, there are no chain or fast food establishments. Outside of the central business districts, there are no parking meters, led signs, lighting or sidewalks.