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Santa Cruz A-Frame
This unique A-Frame cabin, in a quiet mountain neighborhood with private creek access, was handbuilt in 1965 and remodeled in the summer of 2024. Now a little slice of heaven on the creek in the redwoods. *5-10 min to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroad, Loch Lomond Recreation Area, the Trout Farm Inn, Quail Hollow Ranch + Felton stores. *20 min to Santa Cruz, beach + Boardwalk. *1 min to Zayante Creek Market (EV charger) Find us on social: Insta @SantaCruzAFrame

Luxury Modern Home/ Pets OK & FREE EV
Welcome to our 4 bed/3 bath 3,000 sq. ft. contemporary home built in 2022. Enjoy the luxurious amenities in this spacious two-story house: brand-new furniture and TVs, state-of-art kitchen, high-end appliances, spa-like master bath, radiant heated flooring, built-in speaker system, fiber Internet, and stunning light fixtures throughout. Tesla charger in garage. Conveniently located minutes to beach, golf, restaurants and shopping. Have fun with the entire family and guests in this stylish place.

Very Private, 3 Balconies, Jacuzzi, Espresso, King
Spacious, light-filled Carmel hilltop home with large hot tub and sweeping views of ocean & forest. 🌲🌅 With 3 balconies + generous primary suite on main floor, this highly private retreat offers an elegant tranquility with coastal charm. Spacious 🍽️ fully stocked kitchen features espresso machine + conical burr grinder 🫘☕ as well as French Press and sizeable gas range. 3 bedrooms +3 pull-outs. Chore-free checkout. Property is *not* walkable to downtown Carmel. Outdoor BBQ is electric.

Serene Redwood Retreat w/Modern Comfort
At our Modern cabin nestled among 150 year old redwoods, we invite you to embark on a unique adventure of embracing the outdoors while only minutes from town. Wine tasting in downtown Carmel, World Class Golf at Pebble Beach or Hiking trails of Point Lobos and Big Sur. "Magical", "Amazing", "A True Sanctuary" are just a few words used by our guest to describe their stay with us. Get away and unplug in the stillness and solitude of our Serene Redwood Retreat. Please see property description.

3796 The Madden Suite - Historic Downtown Flat
800 sf, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom vacation home flat sleeps up to 4 guests. 1 King, 1 Split King or 2 Twins, 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa in Living Room. Dog OK. No garage. No dishwasher. Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present The Madden Suite! Sleeps up to 4. Short Term Rental. This sophisticated apartment in the heart of downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea is just steps away from Ocean Avenue and all of the galleries, restaurants and shops that make the town such a distinctive vacation destination.

Fairytale Cottage on Ocean Avenue, Downtown Carmel
Sades Loft is located in a fairytale cottage in the heart of downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea. The upstairs loft has its own private entry on Ocean Avenue. Open your front door and explore downtown Carmel or take a 10 minute stroll down to the beach. Once a VIP room where Hollywood & local legends gathered late into the night, today, the Loft is a relaxing spot where you can listen to soft music from the restaurant below or watch passerby's buying old fashioned candy from the Cottage of Sweets.

Romantic Carmel Cottage: Ocean & Country Views
Welcome to Romantic Carmel Cottage! Located in a beautiful country setting nestled amongst large oak & pine trees. Perched up above a beautiful equestrian estate you will capture a view of the pacific ocean while being just minutes away from many attractions. 1 BED | 1 BATH - Equestrian & nature views (+ glimpse of the ocean) - Private entry and parking - * Pump operates periodically during the day for farm needs & you can hear it - Close to Carmel Beach, Monterey Aquarium, + more!

Modern Lux home by downtown Carmel 3bd 2ba
Welcome to your perfect getaway in Carmel-by-the-Sea! Nestled near downtown Carmel, this exquisite 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the ideal blend of modern comfort and convenience amidst breathtaking coastal surroundings and serenity Located 1.0 mile away from downtown Carmel where cafés, restaurants, shopping, and galleries await, our home is peaceful and spacious. A perfect getaway, we can’t wait to host you!

Charming Carmel Cottage - Close to Downtown!
Step into this charming, quintessential Carmel Cottage located close to downtown Carmel. Easily accessible and set back on a corner lot, you'll be centrally located to all Monterey Bay has to offer. You're a short walk to all the shops and restaurants in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, as well as within walking distance to the beach. Truly a zen-like experience, we can't wait for you to stay in our beautiful home.

Charming Studio in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Charming Studio Apartment located on top of the Galante Family Vineyards Tasting Room in the center of the business district. You can't get any closer to the action! Just steps from the beach, shopping and all of the wonderful restaurants Carmel-by-the-Sea has to offer. *noises from the tasting room, such as music and conversation, can be heard during business hours.

The Cottage Room in Carmel
This charming, quiet and comfortable studio is located in Monterey County. Within walking distance to downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, Carmel beach, restaurants, galleries, bakeries and boutiques. Pebble Beach, 17-mile-Drive and Monterey are within 5 minutes, and Big Sur and Laguna Seca are 30 minutes away. DUE TO OWNER'S ALLERGIES, WE CANNOT ALLOW PETS OR SUPPORT ANIMALS.

Carmel at the Beach!
Two-minute walk to south end of Carmel Beach. At the southern border of Carmel's golden rectangle. Modern and newly renovated one-bedroom apartment with separate entrance. Peek of ocean. Well appointed. Bottom level of our house. (We live upstairs and are usually available if there is anything we can do to make your stay more enjoyable!)
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- Santa Cruz Beach
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Capitola Beach
- Pinnacles National Park
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Rio Del Mar Beach
- Pfeiffer Beach
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Seacliff State Beach
- Natural Bridges State Beach
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Asilomar State Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Manresa Main State Beach
- Davenport Beach
- Twin Lakes State Beach
- Big Sur Campground & Cabins
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Seabright Beach
- The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
- Santa Cruz Wharf
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park





