Pilgrims Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

"Absolutely love this place because of its plants and gardens! Maybe I’m biased but I think this is a perfect peaceful setting for a bookstore. Walking down that narrow alley with beautiful decors along the walls is just a mesmerizing experience. This also fits perfectly with Carmel’s overall chill vibes. If you are a plants lover, definitely check it out! The bookstore itself has a big collection of booklets of self reflection/self care/spiritual. They also have some jewelry as well."

"Eclectic independent bookstore / new age store + a wonderful green space garden at the back. Local authors and a wide selection of children's books mix in with new age literature and other interesting products. At the back entrance is a small biodome with an extensive new age selection. A wonderful oasis of calm and nature within the village of Carmel"

"This is a very nice quaint bookstore in a very unique location. I liked the bookstore but the either wasn’t friendly and didn’t greet anyone who entered store. She just sat there as if she didn’t want to be at work. I spoke to her and had to twice before she spoke. This was Tuesday, July 12th at 12pm. This is what truly turned me off with store; the employees behavior. They have done very nice books and I especially like the children’s selections. They also have mood beads etc. This would be a wonderful store to visit and make purchase IF they had friendly faces to greet you. I refuse to spend my money where I’m not welcome!"

"This bookstore brought me so much joy! I enjoyed getting lost in their book selections. The secret garden was a sweet surprise. It felt peaceful. It is perfect to sit and read the book you just bought there!"

"My daughter and I came down from Rocklin just to go to this magnificent gem! We weren't disappointed. It's small, but the selection of books is wonderful. We spoke with the owner, and he was very warm and welcoming. We walked through the garden area afterward. We will definitely make this stop on our annual trip!"