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3734 Avrio by-the-Sea ~ Walk to Downtown and Beach

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Welcome to "Avrio by the Sea"!
Great Room has a Gas Fireplace and Vaulted Beamed Ceilings
The Great Room has Distant Ocean Views - The Great Room has Distant Ocean Views
Great Room Dining area with Distant Ocean Views
Fully Equipped Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3734 Avrio by-the-Sea ~ Walk to Downtown and Beach

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present "Avrio by the Sea"! Sleeps 8 adults & 1 child.

Enjoy the Carmel lifestyle at one of the world’s premiere vacation destinations, where guests can enjoy the ambiance from the home's two beautifully landscaped patios and from inside a one-of-a-kind home that blends contemporary and vintage elements.

The 2,500sf home, designed by John Thodos, an award-winning architect known for mixing minimalism with Mediterranean openness and light, is at the end of a very private cul de sac just a 10-minute walk to downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Distant ocean views through the treetops can be seen from the upper floor through large picture windows. The comfortable décor mixes contemporary furnishings with vintage nautical items such as an antique diver’s helmet and a coffee table made from a ship’s wheel.

The home is walking distance to downtown Carmel and a 5 minute walk to the beach as well as just 10 minutes by car from golf and dining in Pebble Beach®, or from Pacific Grove’s famed butterfly trees. It’s also just 15 minutes from the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row, or a half-hour from the natural wonders of Big Sur.

A vine-covered arch is the entry to a curved walkway that leads to a flagstone patio that surrounds the front door. The sheltered patio, which has a built-in bar with sink, generous seating and a gourmet gas grill, features heaters so that the space can be enjoyed year-round. A special sliding door can be opened so that it’s easy to move between the kitchen and the patio, bringing the outdoors inside.

The front door opens into the upper level, which includes an open floor plan with kitchen, dining area and living room, ideal for entertaining. The fully equipped kitchen includes a four-burner gas stove with built-in griddle, built-in water spigot above the stove, stainless steel appliances, and marble counter tops and back splash. Seating for three is available at the kitchen counter.

The adjacent living room with an open beam ceiling offers comfortable upholstered furniture around a gas fireplace with marble surround, a perfect spot for conversation, playing games or watching the 40-inch HDTV. A bar area is available next to the dining room table, which seats six. Well-equipped for extended stays!

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Bedroom #1 is upstairs, with a queen bed, a built-in writing desk, 32-inch HDTV and large west-facing windows. The en suite bathroom features marble countertops and floors, dual sinks, a deep tub, and separate shower with dual showerheads and pebbled floor.

Bedroom #2, also upstairs, includes a queen bed, built-in writing desk and 28-inch HDTV, and direct access to the adjacent hall bath with marble countertops and flooring, and a shower. This room has a private patio with bistro seating.

A spiral staircase leads downstairs to the lower level, where a bonus room offers a 28-inch HDTV, DVD player and DVD library, a writing area and queen sleeper sofa. The bathroom on this level is accessed via either bedroom #3 or Bedroom #4 and there is a bathroom upstairs with hall access that is shared with bedroom #2.

Bedroom #3 - Queen bed and 28-inch HDTV and a separate entrance.
Bedroom #4 - Bunk Room - 4 built-in twin beds that can sleep four (2 up, 2 down).
Bedrooms #3 and #4 share a Jack and Jill style bathroom with a shower and heated floors.

A gated outdoor corridor leads to an outdoor shower. Three designated parking spaces are available.

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.

Monterey County Short Term Rental Permit #250160, TOT #0744
Notice: Monterey County quiet hours are 10pm-7am as set forth in Monterey County Code 10.60.040
Maximum overnight occupancy: 9; Maximum daytime occupancy: 14
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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number VR000774

Frequently asked questions

Is 3734 Avrio by-the-Sea ~ Walk to Downtown and Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3734 Avrio by-the-Sea ~ Walk to Downtown and Beach?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3734 Avrio by-the-Sea ~ Walk to Downtown and Beach on 15 June 2026 start from AU$1,972, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 3734 Avrio by-the-Sea ~ Walk to Downtown and Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3734 Avrio by-the-Sea ~ Walk to Downtown and Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3734 Avrio by-the-Sea ~ Walk to Downtown and Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3734 Avrio by-the-Sea ~ Walk to Downtown and Beach located?

Located in Northwest Carmel, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Galante Vineyards and Carmel Beach. 17-Mile Drive is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eautiful home with view of the ocean over the treetops. Fully equipped kitchen and all the amenities you’d expect. Lots of stairs so not handicap accessible. Great for a family with children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2026
Thank you for your review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so cozy and perfect for our group of 4.The exterior and garden is so pretty and relaxing. It was very clean. We had a rental car and drove everywhere, but this property is in very close proximity to all restaurants, shopping and activities! Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josie P.

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

Perfect setting

Great property, clean and within walking distance to shopping, restaurants and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2025
Thank you for your review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ken c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Ad gives you the impression that you are closer to the water, but you can barely see a sliver through the trees. Overall, fantastic place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2025
Thank you for your review and feedback! The "Ad" (house description) says: "Distant ocean views through the treetops can be seen from the upper floor through large picture windows."
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for families with a bunk room for 4 kids. Location is excellent…walk to beach and town as advertised. We were four adults in a golf group so sharing bathrooms was a bit challenging as it was for the one who pulled the short bunk room straw. Kitchen perfectly equipped for indoor and outdoor cooking. The patio has built in heaters and has a beautiful view of the ocean when the fog lifts. All I all a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2025
Thank you for your review! We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

The most beautiful rental!

This was probably the best home I’ve ever rented! From the decor, coziness, the thorough explanations of how to use all the amenities…there was no detail missed! I certainly hope to stay at this home again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
Thanks so much for your lovely review! We're very happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you visit us again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

simin G.

family vacation

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: we had a great time with our family
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcos E.

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

Family Getaway

I brought my large family of 8 kids to this place and it was a great experience. Beautiful neighborhood and great place to stay. Views of the ocean from our bedroom window. My kids loved the playroom and the bunkbeds downstairs. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2025
Thanks so much for your lovely review! We're very happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you visit us again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

marlo s.

3734 Avrio

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: the four of us enjoyed our stay immensely. We all love to cook and found the kitchen to have nearly everything we needed, except foor a large. wooden salad bowl. We hope to make it a yearly event.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind review and feedback! We'll pass your suggestion along to the homeowner. We look forward to your next visit!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dani W.

Perfect Location in Carmel By The Sea

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: The property was a 10-minute walk to both the beach and downtown Carmel. It is a beautiful home with plenty of living space for large families. It does not have air-conditioning, but for most of the year it isn't necessary anyway. I would recommend the home to anyone looking to vacation in Carmel.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Beautiful property!

This home was fantastic, especially for our extended family trip. We had a set of grandparents, and sibling with his spouse, another sibling, and 4 kids aged 1 to 9. The home worked great! It’s walking distance to the town center and beach. Our kids did it just fine, even with some hilly stretches. It was a wonderful property and we are thankful to have had the use of it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2025
Thank you for your review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maura K.

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

This sweet place was nestled among the trees.

We gathered family to attend the funeral of my brother. Everything was perfect and we had a very nice stay.The cottage was immaculate and very well appointed. There were outside heaters to calm the cold coastal weather. Contact with the Sanctuary team was quite easy.My only complaint was that there were no kitchen towels. There were paper towels but I searched long and hard for kitchen towels to dry the hand washed dishes.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Thank you for your review! No dish towels; how odd. We'll make sure there are dish towels from now on! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Phil D.

A terrific month in Carmel by the Sea!

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: We thoroughly enjoyed our time in this rental home, it was a very comfortable environment and sits in a great central location. We were pleasantly surprised to see it came with a partial ocean view and a wonderfully comfortable outside deck to enjoy the beautiful sunsets.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2022
Thank you for your wonderful review of your recent stay. We are pleased you enjoyed the home and the great location. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

We love Avrio by the Sea

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: We love this house. We have stayed for a few months for 7 years. The home is well maintained and incredibly comfortable. We love the view, the easy walk to town and the beach. Sanctuary has been so quick to respond to the rare issue that have come up.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2024
Thank you for the lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home once again and we look forward to your next visit!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tommy T.

Ocean view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. 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: House was comfortable but if it gets 65 up the big picture window in den facing west heats up the den around 4:30. Suggest tinting outside of picture window. Love patio area. Kitchen could use a couple of skillets. Very quiet and peaceful.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2022
Thanks for your review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay overall, and will talk to the homeowner about your suggestion for the large picture window.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sally A.

Happy Place

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: We stayed in Avrio by the Sea for the 2nd time and were not disappointed!!! What a great house and location!!! We have been renting in Carmel sine 2015 and we are so happy we found this beautiful home. Everything was wonderful! I love to cook, being from Louisiana, and the kitchen is so well equipped. It does get a little cramped with 2 or more people but that is an easy fix!!! I just kick everyone out! Ha! I absolutely love Carmel and love Avrio!!! It’s all we could ask for!!! PS Sanctuary Realty does a great job managing the property!!! They are punctual in replying and responding!!! Thank you, Sally
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home once again and we look forward to your next visit to the area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home. Comfy! Well appointed!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Thanks so much for your wonderful review! We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne M.

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

Wonderful Christmas week

Very nice home with all the right amenities!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks for your review of Avrio by the Sea - we look forward to your next visit to the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Peaceful

The property was comfortable and well maintained. It was an easy walk to downtown or the beach. We enjoyed the birdwatching and it was easy to entertain our family. Great find!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you for the wonderful review, we are thrilled you loved your stay with us. We hope you will consider staying with Sanctuary Vacation Rentals once again, on your next trip to the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Out of this world!

This house is flawless, a real gem! Set in the trees with views of the sea, the attention to detail is astonishing. The rooms are all dressed beautifully & to such a high spec but also with every home comfort needed. The outdoor space makes the evenings even more enjoyable! Walkable to town & the beach, at the end of a quiet private street, the location is perfect! We would happily stay here again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Felt like home...but better!

Our family enjoyed Avrio By the Sea as our "home base" for exploring the surrounding areas. We've stayed in many rentals in many locations, but this one was extra special. You could tell it was well cared for by the owner and manager..it felt like a home not a rental. It was so relaxing, we skipped a few of our well-made plans for "must-sees" to enjoy hanging out and enjoying a simple walk to the beach, downtown, and back.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you for sharing your experience of staying at our home. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time and felt at "home". Until next time....
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Beautiful Home

This is a beautiful private home within walking distance to the beach and downtown Carmel. The outdoor patio and gardens are wonderful places to sit and relax. The house was recently renovated and the kitchen is fully equipped. Additionally, there are three private parking spaces in front of the house.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time in the Carmel area and your stay at our home - Avrio by the Sea.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Josh O.

Fantastic House

What a fantastic house! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely return. So close to town and the decor was just perfect.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Clark E.

Delightful stay

This property was very tastefully furnished and decorated. The rental staff cordially assisted at every turn. The very nice property is located within walking distance to the central business district. All in all we had a memorable stay. We will definitely return.

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