Archway Of Carmel
State licensed3262 Taylor Road, Carmel, CA 93923
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Cottages Of Carmel
Carmel, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 16, 2026, 3 citations since 2024
About Cottages Of Carmel
Cottages of Carmel brings compassionate assisted living to the California coast, where personalized care meets the natural beauty of Carmel. Our community supports residents with daily activities and health needs while preserving independence and dignity.
Community at a glance
Capacity
78 residents
State license
#277209489, Licensed
Location
Carmel, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
26245 Carmel Rancho Blvd., Carmel, California 93923
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Cottages Of Carmel. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Cottages Of Carmel on September 16, 2026.
Since September 2024, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 1 routine inspection, 8 complaint visits and 2 other visits.
Inspectors issued 3 Type B citations. A Type B citation means a potential risk if not corrected.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 6 complaints, and found 2 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Sep 16, 2026
Routine inspections
1
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
3
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| Other visits | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Sep 25, 2025.
Complaints
- April 16, 20261 allegation substantiated, 3 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- November 26, 20251 allegation substantiated, 4 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- August 25, 20252 unsubstantiated
- August 25, 20253 unsubstantiated
- July 10, 20255 unsubstantiated
- July 10, 20254 unsubstantiated
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 277209489
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 78 residents
- Licensed since
- September 27, 2024
- Licensee
- 26245 Carmel Rancho Blvd. Opco Llc;oakmont Mgmt.
- Administrator
- Kellie Shearer
Location
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26245 Carmel Rancho Blvd.Carmel, CA 93923
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Cottages Of Carmel had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Cottages Of Carmel 0 Type A citations and 3 Type B citations since September 2024. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Cottages Of Carmel last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 16, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Cottages Of Carmel?+
The state investigated 6 complaints since September 2024. Of the allegations, 2 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 21 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.