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3596 Forest Hideaway ~ Distant Ocean Views

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Welcome to "Forest Hideaway"!
Entrance to this Charming Home in the Treetops
Entrance Patio with Gas Grill
Wine and Cheese to Welcome You!
Living Room has a Distant Ocean View Through Treetops

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3596 Forest Hideaway ~ Distant Ocean Views

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present “Forest Hideaway”! Sleeps up to 4 guests.

Located just a 5 minute drive from downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, this updated 1268 square feet, 2-bedroom, 2-bath Comstock cottage features many of the unique historic touches that make Carmel architecture so unique. Nestled in a sunny spot surrounded by pines and oaks with a distant view of Point Lobos and the blue Pacific over a canopy of trees. Pebble Beach®, Monterey and Pacific Grove are just 10 minutes away by car; Big Sur is a scenic 45-minute drive.

Park at street level in the quiet residential neighborhood and descend a few steps to a courtyard with potted plants and surrounded by a privacy screen of shrubs. A table, 4 chairs, an umbrella and a grill are provided so you can enjoy this secluded setting.

The front entrance leads to a living room facing southwest with old growth paneling that comes alive with color with a bright sunset. Carpeting throughout the home is beige with a white vaulted ceiling and a gas burning Carmel-stone fireplace. A wall of windows reveals forest and a view of the distant ocean. A long narrow deck runs along the back and side of the house with rocking chairs and an Adirondack chaise.

A cozy grouping of furnishings in front of the fireplace includes a plush sofa with chaise, burl-wood coffee table, white leather loveseat, Asian chest end table and a flat-screen TV.

A den is situated just off the front entrance overlooking the courtyard and has an Asian-inspired desk and Asian wall art . Built-in shelving and cabinets hold books, games and playing cards.

The kitchen will make gourmet meal preparation fun and easy. Features include a large skylight, stainless steel countertops and backsplash, stainless steel electric range, refrigerator and dishwasher and a bistro table for 2.

The dining room opens to the living room but inhabits its own space along the wall of windows, providing diners a peek of the ocean in the distance. An oval wooden table with upholstered chairs can seat up to 8. Beautiful dishes, glassware, serving pieces and linens allow you to entertain in high style. Open the sliding glass doors that lead to the deck and enjoy cocktails at sunset with a distant peak of Point Lobos. Well-equipped for extended stays!

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Bedroom #1, with treetop views, has a king bed with a plush Novaform mattress, a wicker dresser and bedside table, a 32" TV, and white shell lamps. The en suite bathroom has a tiled shower.

Bedroom #2 has twin beds that can become a split king with memory foam topper.

Bathroom #2 has a shower over tub.

One car can be parked in the attached garage, on-street parking is available for up to two modest sized vehicles. The garage contains a washer and dryer and everything needed for a trip to the beach.

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

This home is a monthly rental and we request that all nights of your stay are within the same calendar month. Some exceptions may be possible, with the approval of our team and the homeowner. Extended stays are often possible.

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.

Please note: There is a very quiet long-term tenant who lives in a small separate apartment located on the lower level of this home. There is a separate entrance for them to access their studio and their presence will not disturb your stay in any way.

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About the area

Carmel

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Carmel Woods, a neighbourhood in Carmel. Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach Golf Links 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. Scuba diving and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Carmel, CA

What's nearby

  • Hatton Canyon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 17-Mile Drive - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sunset Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Carmel Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 15 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chez Noir - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Patisserie Boissiere - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toro - ‬3 min drive

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Walnut Creek, CA

Review

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: Quiet, enjoyable and relaxing
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2024
Thank you for your review! We look forward to your next visit!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Walnut Creek, CA

Forest Hideaway

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: The rental experience was very nice. I stayed at the house about ten days per month for six months. I rarely needed to contact Sanctuary, but when I did the representatives were very accommodating and cheerfully cooperative.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We look forward to your next visit!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Thomas B.

22450 s San Luis Ave. march

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Filled out the form earlier. All was good except lumpy bed in Master and moldy paint chip on inside of BBQ. Nice fwy access. Clean. Good views. Small bdr and Bath.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2023
Thank you for the review!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Harley S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Old and Tired!

The place is a complete and total disappointment. Pictures are so deceiving. The place is expectedly old, but any remodel has long since outlived it's usefulness. The carpet is so old, stained and dirty that the cleaning performed at our complaining did little. The furniture, which was bargain basement to begin with, is so old, dirty and stained, broken down and uncomfortable from wear it is painful to sit on. And I am talking about all of it. There is not a decent place to sit in the whole house. There are cobwebs in every corner of the kitchen sky light. The windows throughout look as if they have not been washed since installation. The light fixtures were full of bugs and half the bulbs were burned out on arrival. On top of all these many features we learned there is a fulltime tenant in the basement disguised as a"caretaker on the property". Staying here was a long 3 1/2 months. Especially at the price we paid. I am surprised you would represent and advertise a property of this quality.
Stayed 109 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2021
Dear Harley, Thank you for your detailed review of our home. We are truly sorry that the home was not to your standards. As confirmed in your discussions with our Guest Relations Manager, the cleaning fees have been fully refunded. Discussions with our Cleaning and Guest Relations teams have taken place to share your review. We have also reached out to the homeowner with your feedback, and they are in the process of replacing the carpet and upholstery in the home. We have also updated our marketing verbiage to clearly inform all future renters about the long-term tenant that lives downstairs. Regarding the marketing photos, these were taken very recently, and we do feel that they are representative of the home. As mentioned before, we have taken note of your comments regarding the comfort of the furniture, and rest assured, the homeowner is replacing many of the pieces in the home immediately. We hope that you will accept our apologies for any inconveniences during your stay and we do appreciate your feedback.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Napa, CA

Very enjoyabldd we stsy

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Loved the bit of ocean view every morning
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2022
Thank you for you review of Forest Hideaway - we are pleased you enjoyed the home.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Forest House

This is a very comfortable house with two wonderful patios. The home sits on a steep hillside giving the back deck a real treehouse feeling. There is a big view of Pt Lobos in the distance. Back Patio is private and gets sun through day. It’s has older finishes inside, though the fire place and sitting area are just fine. Thanks to the property management co for such easy communication and professionalism.
Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2020
Thank you for your review of Forest Hideaway. We are pleased you enjoyed the the great patio and found our management company easy to deal with.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Diane M.

Forest Hideaway

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 satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good location, house was comfy, though a bit outdated. Wonderful patio with an ocean view. Quiet neighborhood. Carpet needs cleaning and a few maintenance issues need addressing.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Thank you for your review of Forest Hideaway. We are pleased you enjoyed the location and great patio.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie C.

Perfect in so many ways

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: This is the perfect Carmel hideaway! Big thanks to the home owners and to Sanctuary for making our extended 6-month stay so comfortable and memorable. This gorgeous property is exactly as described. The furniture and decorations are really cool and tasteful. We loved the high lofted ceilings and the sunny deck. We didn't know it before booking, but you can see a bit of the ocean through the trees off the dining room corner window. This was such a pleasant surprise. We never had any maintenance issues or concerns...but we did interact with the property management team when they dropped off extra pillows and a surprise holiday gift. Very thoughtful! The location is amazing...very close to Route 1 (but no traffic noise at all). And just a two-minute car ride to downtown Carmel. The neighborhood is quiet and perfect for going on walks. The neighbors were super friendly and respectful. Plenty of parking. We would definitely stay here again in the future. This is the 3rd house we've rented from Sanctuary and all are highly recommended.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Thanks so much for the lovely review of your stay at Forest Hideaway. We agree the location is wonderful and you can quickly access everything in the Monterey Peninsula very easily. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
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