Category Archives: Another day in Carmel by the Sea

The 10 Most Notable Residents in Carmel History

As Carmel-by-the-Sea neared its centennial anniversary in 2016, many looked back at the iconic seaside town’s history.? Its roots in the arts go back to the beginning, when early inhabitants sought to promote creativity and independence.? This was furthered after the San Francisco earthquake and fire in 1906 when the artists and writers who had […]

Insider?s Guide to Flying to Carmel and Monterey, California

Nestled along the beautiful pacific coast, Monterey and Carmel-By-The-Sea have been popular destinations for those searching for a relaxing California escape for decades. The region offers an attractive alternative to the sun and surf of SoCal and the sprawling tech communities of the SF Bay Area. The area has an immense offering of attractions and […]

Celebrate 7 Decades of Ferrari at the 2017 Concours D’Elegance

In a tradition dating back over half a century, the world’s greatest cars and their collectors converge annually at the Pebble Beach Concours D’Elegance . On August 20, 2017, just under 200 of the world’s top collector cars will be displayed on the 18th fairway of the legendary Pebble Beach Golf Links. The Concours itself […]

Memories of The Gilded Age

                This week we had another visit from our amazing clients Marjorie and Dale. As we were chatting about their love for Berebi, Dale shared with us a special family photo. Marjorie keeps the photo in a Berebi frame on her chest of drawers.The portrait includes four generations […]

Santa and Mrs Claus are in town!

  This morning we had an unexpected and exciting visit from? Santa and Mrs. Claus! They perused the showroom looking for gifts for nice children of all ages. Here are some of their favorite pieces: Thank you Nancy and Bill Quintel for keeping the Christmas spirit alive! You bring joy to children from ages 1 […]

Free Things to do on a Trip to Carmel

Visitors can always find plenty of free places to go and activities to do in the charming city of Carmel and surrounding area. Because the area offers an abundance of natural beauty, it lends itself to many no-cost entertainment opportunities. Whether you choose to stroll along the beach at sunset with your significant other, window […]

5 Fun Facts You Probably Didn?t Know About Carmel-by-the-Sea

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Carmel, or Carmel-by-the-Sea, as it’s officially known, is a picturesque coastal city on the Monterey Peninsula, about a 2-hour drive south of San Francisco. A town both known for its natural beauty and its unique history, Carmel provides a village-like atmosphere that seems to flow right into the cypress-lined beaches. Just below the surface, however, […]

Enchanted Saturday Evening

Angelina and I were astounded to find a horse drawn carriage across the street from the showroom. It was an enchanting encounter when we went to meet the carriage driver and footman. We spoke with them and found out they were from Monterey Bay Equestrian Center. The two horses that were pulling the carriage were […]