Occupancy rate
72%
Similar to the California average: 72.8%The Cottages of Carmel
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Carmel, CA
The Cottages of Carmel
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Carmel, CA
Set amidst lush landscaping and a breathtaking mountain backdrop at Carmel, CA, The Cottages of Carmel provides luxurious senior living options, including memory care, assisted living, and retirement living, guaranteeing a caring atmosphere for different care levels. In addition to various outdoor activities, the community provides a safe environment and features spacious apartment units, ranging from a studio, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments, and a companion suite along with 24-hour care support.
The Cottages of Carmel is dedicated to developing a vibrant neighborhood where people can live happy, meaningful lives and create enduring memories. Residents enjoy various amenities, including fine dining, fun activities, and an extensive wellness program in the community. The community also provides weekly housekeeping and all-day dining, individualized care, and prescription administration to ensure each resident has access to care services that they may require. Additional amenities include raised garden beds, a cafe, a full-service hairdresser, and outdoor and indoor lounging areas where residents can gather and enjoy meaningful conversations.
78-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 52 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
Similar to the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
56 / 78
Average residents per home in California
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceSeptember 27, 2024
CountyMonterey
The Cottages of Carmel is legally operated by 26245 Carmel Rancho Blvd. Opco Llc;oakmont Mgmt., and administrated by Kellie Shearer.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 385 / 585 / 720 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at The Cottages of Carmel
Assisted Living
Memory Care
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.
Since 2024 · 2 years of data
1 citation
8 total visits
6 complaint visits
1 official inspection
5 complaint investigations
Inspection Scorecard
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 2024 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
10 Better
Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (90% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Citations per year (90% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Total visits (50% below)
• Complaint visits (54% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
• Complaint investigations (50% below)
• Total citations (90% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Citations per year (90% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Total visits (50% below)
• Complaint visits (54% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
• Complaint investigations (50% below)
Latest Inspection
November 26, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 1 | 10 | This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better |
|
Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 0 | 3 | This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better |
|
Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better |
|
Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2024.
| 0.5 | 5 | This facility has 90% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 5).↓ 90% better |
|
Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.1 | 3.3 | This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 8 | 16 | This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 6 | 13 | This facility has 54% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 54% better |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 1 | 7 | This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better |
|
Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better |
|
Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 5 | 10 | This facility has 50% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with only one deficiency cited for unclean resident rooms during a complaint investigation on November 26, 2025. That investigation substantiated a failure to maintain room cleanliness, posing potential health and safety risks, while all other complaint investigations found no deficiencies or substantiated violations. The annual inspection on September 25, 2025, found the facility in good repair and compliant with regulations, showing a consistent compliance trend.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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2.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Carmel's city center to The Cottages of Carmel's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.54 miles to nearest hospital (Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula)
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Cottages of Carmel
What neighborhood is The Cottages of Carmel in?
The Cottages of Carmel is in the Carmel-by-the-Sea neighborhood of Carmel.
Who is the owner of The Cottages of Carmel?
The legal owner and operator of The Cottages of Carmel is 26245 Carmel Rancho Blvd. Opco Llc;Oakmont Mgmt..
Is The Cottages of Carmel in a walkable area?
The Cottages of Carmel has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the occupancy rate at The Cottages of Carmel?
The Cottages of Carmel's occupancy is 72%.
Who is the administrator of The Cottages of Carmel?
Kellie Shearer is the administrator of The Cottages of Carmel.
How many beds does The Cottages of Carmel have?
The Cottages of Carmel has 78 beds.
Has The Cottages of Carmel had any recent deficiencies or citations?
The Cottages of Carmel has had 1 recently reported deficiency.
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