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3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel

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Welcome to Carmel Unwind!
Parking for 1-2 Cars in the Garage Plus 2 in the Driveway
Front Entrance to the Home
Living Room
Dining Area Seats 6

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Carmel, CA
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present "Carmel Unwind". This home sleeps up to 6 guests.

From the ocean air and sandy beaches to the forests and nearby conveniences, Carmel is the perfect place to relax and 'unwind'.
With attention paid to every detail, you can come and get away from it all at this updated vacation home-away-from-home.

Located in a quiet Carmel Woods neighborhood on a private 1/4 acre lot at the end of the street. With easy access to Highway One it will be easy to explore all that Carmel and the Central California Coast have to offer from golf and boutique shopping to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, forested hikes or daytrips to Big Sur and scenic drives through Pebble Beach®.

Living Spaces
This 1,500 sf, 2-level home has been thoughtfully updated and is freshly furnished for your comfort and enjoyment.
The spacious living room boasts stunning high vaulted ceilings, creating an airy, open feel and enhancing the natural light that pours in through large windows. Featuring refinished oak hardwood floors, new carpet in the bedrooms, and laminate flooring in the kitchen and baths, this home blends classic charm with modern updates.
A recently updated deck offers the perfect space for outdoor entertaining.

Kitchen and Dining
The sunny kitchen is fully-equipped so you can create your favorite meals at home and when you want to dine out, the nearby options are endless. The dining table comfortably seats 6 so you can gather to enjoy meals, chats and board games.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Each bedroom has a charming vintage sports theme and luxurious bedding.
Upstairs:
Bedroom #1 is the 'Tennis Room' and it has a queen bed, TV and desk with an office chair.
Bedroom #2, the 'Croquet Room', has a queen bed and a TV.
The bathroom on this level is accessed from both the hallway and directly from Bedroom #1. It has a shower-over-tub combination.
Downstairs near the living spaces:
Bedroom # 3, the 'Golf Room', has a queen bed and a TV.
The lower level full hall bathroom has a shower-over-tub combination.

Parking for one vehicle is available in the over-sized one-car garage (It is possible with skillful parking that you may be able to fit two small vehicles) and two more vehicles can fit in the driveway.

The washer and dryer are available for guest use and they are located in the garage.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome with pre-approval, an additional pet fee and a signed pet addendum.

This vacation home is professionally managed by Sanctuary Vacation Rentals. With over 15 years of property management experience, Sanctuary strives to provide environments that nurture and inspire with all the comforts of home. Each home has beach towels, shower and bath amenities and spa-style robes. Our team is available 7 days a week to assist you. We look forward to hosting you!

Monterey County Short Term Rental Permit #250140, TOT #2550
Notice: Monterey County quiet hours are 10pm-7am as set forth in Monterey County Code 10.60.040
Maximum overnight occupancy: 6
Monterey County Code Chapter 7.120, Sections 20.64.290 and 21.64.290 regulate Vacation Rentals; violation of the Monterey County Code may result in penalties.

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About the area

Carmel

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Northeast Carmel, a neighbourhood in Carmel. Pebble Beach Golf Links and Fisherman's Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carmel Beach and Monterey Bay. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Carmel, CA

What's nearby

  • 17-Mile Drive - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sunset Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Carmel Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 14 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chez Noir - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Patisserie Boissiere - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Toro - ‬17 min walk

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quincy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2026
Thank you! We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall is it worked well for is.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2026
Thank you! We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2025
Thank you! We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Open space. Need to fix the shower noise but otherwise all was as expected.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2026
Thank you for your kind review and important feedback! We will share this information with the house manager and the owners of the property.
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely home. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
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8/10 Good

SPENCER I.

Carmel vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Centrally located carmel rental location with all household amenities needed.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2026
Thank you for your review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Farn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely house in a great location! Very clean, very tastefully decorated, very comfortable. Unfortunately I left something behind...but Thomas at Sanctuary called me right away and walked me through the steps to get my item back. Excellent customer service!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Caramel getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Gorgeous newly furnished home with every comfort imaginable from the soft bed linens to the well~stocked kitchen.There was plenty of room for the four of us to relax separately and then gather for games and visiting.Carmel-by-the Sea was a five minute drive as well as the beach.Great location.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Thank you very much for your lovely review! We're pleased you enjoyed your visit and look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

kraftsow g.

Carmel Unwind

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice home. Comfortable furniture and beds. Good customer service.Some of the dishes were dirty when we arrived, and the pots and pans were not in usable condition. The team brought new pots and pans quickly - great customer service!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We look forward to your return visit!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

DIANE M.

SEPTEMBER STAY

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house overall was very nice, clean and comfortable with good amenities. The staff ...very helpful and always available to speak with. The reason we couldn't give this property 5 stars is because it backs up to the main road and the road noise is constant. If you are noise sensitive this might be a concern.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind review and important feedback!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Heike H.

Nice, well maintained house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house and grounds were exactly as described. The house was well appointed and immaculately clean. Everything was provided, like tissues, toiletries and nightlights. The people at Sanctuary Vacation Rentals went above and beyond making us feel welcome and comfortable, from the calls before and after check in to the welcome crackers, cheese and wine. We could walk to downtown in less than 15 minutes, although the walk is a bit awkward along the roads without sidewalks. There is a BBQ and outdoor furniture on the deck, and adirondack chairs in the back yard. The yard is unfortunately not completely fenced in, which would have made our stay with our dog nicer. The house is located on a quiet cul de sac, but the property borders on a busy road in the back. It was not an issue for those in our group who live in a city, but the road noise was bothersome for me.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2025
**Thank you for your kind review and important feedback! We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clinton F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, well appointed, perfect place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
Thank you! We look forward to your next visit!
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