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3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel

Vacation home near Carmel Beach in Carmel

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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

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About the neighborhood

Carmel

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Northeast Carmel vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of 17-Mile Drive and 2 miles (3 km) of Carmel Beach. Carmel Plaza and Blair Estate Tasting Room are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • 17-Mile Drive - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carmel Plaza - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sunset Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Carmel Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Little Swiss Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Toro - ‬17 min walk

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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®.

Brand new to the Sanctuary Program!

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; Maximum daytime occupancy: 11
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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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Our comprehensive Guest Check Out List can be seen here: http://svr.homes/checkout
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1648-272760

Frequently asked questions

How close is 3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.1 mi (8-min drive) away from the Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi (8-min drive) from Carmel Beach and 2.5 mi (12-min drive) from Carmel River State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel to downtown Carmel?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Carmel.

3974 Carmel Unwind - Lovely Updated Home in Carmel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Quincy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark G., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Open space. Need to fix the shower noise but otherwise all was as expected.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farn D., Hermosa Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a lovely home. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025