Carmel Valley Manor
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Skilled Nursing · Carmel-by-the-sea, CA

Carmel Valley Manor

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Skilled Nursing · Carmel-by-the-sea, CA
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Carmel Valley Manor accepts Medicare.

Overview of Carmel Valley Manor

Basking in the scenic views of Carmel, CA, Carmel Valley Manor is an exceptional life-plan community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. As the only life-plan community in Monterey County, Carmel Valley Manor offers a Life Care Contract which includes three levels of healthcare and residence; and a Monthly Fee Agreement that provides housing and necessary medical services. With a 28-acre picture-perfect view of the mountains and nature, Carmel Valley Manor features a spectrum of floor plans ranging from studios to 2-bedroom cottages that can be decorated based on the resident’s preference.

Carmel Valley Manor is an extraordinary community that emphasizes wellness and satisfaction. The culinary team prepares luxurious meals six days a week, with wonderful breakfast gourmet brunch provided on Sundays and Holidays. Amenities include an on-site clinic, fitness center, pool, scenic trail, computer center, craft rooms, and more. In collaboration with Blue Zones Project Monterey County (BZMPC), Carmel Valley Manor promotes a quality, comfortable, and sustainable life for seniors. This community is truly one of a kind and a gift to the seniors of Monterey County.

Bed community size
258-bed community Rank #81 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 81st out of 1644 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 15 / 100 Rank #1901 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1901st out of 2087 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
76%
Rank #790 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 790th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
195 / 258
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Awards

Best Retirement Community
Best Independent Living
Best Assisted Living Retirement Community.

License Details

Facility TypeRcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community
IssuanceNovember 12, 1993
CountyMonterey

Ownership & Operating Entity

Carmel Valley Manor is legally operated by Northern California Congregational Retirement Home, and administered by Chris Regan.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactChristine Regan (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age65
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Comfortable
Award-Winning Architecturally Designed Campus
Fully Equipped Kitchen Or Kitchenette
Oversized Bathrooms
Private Patios Or Lanai-Balconies
Individually Controlled Heat
Wall-To-Wall Carpeting
Maximum Sound-Proof Insulation
Use Of All Community Facilities Including Dining Room
Lounges
Computer Center
Meeting House
Swimming Pool
Spa
Games And Recreation Areas
Lawns And Gardens
Craft Rooms
Self-Service Laundries
Extra Storage Space
Community Garden
Dog Park
Weekly Housekeeping Service
Personal Telephone And Emergency Call System
Trained And Courteous Staff
Activities
Specific ProgramsArt & Photography, Aqua Aerobics, Billiards, Book Clubs, Business & Computer, Day Trippers, Education, Fitness Center, Flower Arrangements, Half-Fast Walkers, Health Advisory Program, Hillcrest Music, Holiday Activities, Interior Decorating Advisory Program, Lawn Bowling, Library, Mah-Jong, Monday Morning Forum, Movies, Music in the Library, Ping Pong, Putting / Croquet, Residents’ Garden, Residents’ Shop, Sewing Class, Sherry in the Lounge, Sing for Fun, Strengthening / Balance, Symphony Preview, Tai Chi, Weaving, Worship Services

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

15 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Rank #1 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 96 out of 100. Letter grade A. 15 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Official inspections (25% above)
4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (56% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (71% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 716 This facility has 56% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (7 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 56% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • October 23, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies; facility was clean, in good repair, and compliant with all regulations including safety and food storage.
  • October 23, 2025 follow-up visit on a resident complaint about missing items found no deficiencies and confirmed law enforcement investigated the incident.
  • No deficiencies were cited in any inspection or visit from November 18, 2021 through October 23, 2025, showing consistent compliance with health, safety, and infection control standards.

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Address 5.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Carmel-By-The-Sea's city center to Carmel Valley Manor's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carmel Valley Manor

Who is the owner of Carmel Valley Manor?

Carmel Valley Manor is legally operated by Northern California Congregational Retirement Home, and administered by Chris Regan.

Is Carmel Valley Manor in a walkable area?

Carmel Valley Manor has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Carmel Valley Manor?

Carmel Valley Manor's occupancy is 76%.

Are pets allowed at Carmel Valley Manor?

Yes, Carmel Valley Manor allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Carmel Valley Manor?

Chris Regan is the administrator of Carmel Valley Manor.

How many beds does Carmel Valley Manor have?

Carmel Valley Manor has 258 beds.

Has Carmel Valley Manor had any citations?

Carmel Valley Manor has no reported citations since 2021 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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