This quintessential Carmel home is ideally positioned near the coveted Carmel Point neighborhood in Carmel-by-the-Sea and features views of the iconic Carmel Mission Basilica from both the front porch and backyard. Offering timeless character and uncommon scale, the residence spans 2,009 sqft with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, delivering a rare combination of space and livability. Architectural details include face-nailed hardwood floors, a plaster wood-burning fireplace, raised ceilings, and skylights in both the dining room and second bedroom. French doors open from the dining area and the generously sized primary suite, creating a seamless connection to the outdoors. Privately situated at the rear, the primary offers a walk-in closet and quiet retreat, while mature landscaping with succulents and established greenery creates a private, well-established setting. An attached one-car garage adds convenience rarely found in Carmel. Ideally located just moments from Mission Ranch Restaurant, Carmel River State Beach, and downtown Carmels shops, galleries, and dining. This is not just another Carmel cottage, it's a rare offering defined by space, character, and location.