Vogue Highlights 12 Vacation Rentals for Big Sur Road Trips

Vogue has published a guide to 12 vacation rentals in and around Big Sur, California, aimed at travelers planning a West Coast road trip. The list includes properties from Carmel to Monterey and more remote spots, with nightly rates ranging from $293 to $1,084. Among the top contenders are a mid-century treehouse, a Spanish-inspired villa in an olive grove, and a cliffside property with Pacific views. Specific rentals include the Chameleon House (from $368 per night) for architectural drama, the Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View (from $568) for a treetop oasis, the Big Sur Stone House (from $1,084) for panoramic ocean views, The Seaside Cottage (from $293) for a cozy stay, and The Olive House (from $392) for Mediterranean charm. Other featured properties are The Quail House Ranch in San Luis Obispo, a 1920s farmhouse in Carmel Valley, a cozy cabin near Big Sur in Carmel Valley, a large guesthouse in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the Grand Oak Cottage in San Luis Obispo, a rustic retreat in Carmel-by-the-Sea, a modern concrete home in Carmel Valley Village, and Pacific Horizons in Carmel-by-the-Sea. The guide notes amenities such as hot tubs, fire pits, pet-friendly policies, and proximity to attractions like Point Lobos Nature Preserve and Nicene Marks Redwood Forest State Park. The article references the region's popularity, partly due to the TV series Big Little Lies, and suggests booking accommodations as a starting point for trip planning.