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3096 Sanctuary by the Bay ~ Almost Oceanfront! Walk to Aquarium & Cannery Row

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Welcome to "Sanctuary by the Sea"!  Just Steps to the Sea!
Private Garden Entrance.
Entry Foyer
Living Room with Gas Fireplace and HDTV
Stunning Views of the Monterey Bay
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
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  • Washer
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  • Outdoor space
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Kitchen
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  • Fireplace
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Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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pacific grove, CA
  • Popular LocationCannery Row7 min walk
  • Popular LocationMonterey Bay Aquarium9 min walk
  • Popular LocationLovers Point14 min walk
  • AirportMonterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)14 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

3096 Sanctuary by the Bay ~ Almost Oceanfront! Walk to Aquarium & Cannery Row

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present "Sanctuary by the Bay"! Sleeps 6 guests.

This unique 1,800 sf, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, pet friendly townhome features panoramic ocean views and is located a few steps from one of the most beautiful coastal trails in California and is only a short 5-minute walk to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row. This 15 mile trail links the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Fisherman's Wharf and Asilomar State Beach. Every twist and turn brings another incredible view of Monterey Bay, with its abundance of wildlife and natural scenery. One of the best-kept secrets is just 5 minutes away - the Pacific Grove Golf Links with its great prices and amazing views, including the lighthouse at Pt. Pinos.

Enter the enchantingly rustic Sanctuary by the Bay through a small gated entrance and courtyard. You will be delighted with the light-filled rooms, tastefully furnished in neutral tones. The space is light and airy, with high wood ceilings and handmade terracotta tiles throughout the home.

The house has a reverse floor plan with the main living areas and the master bedroom on the second floor to take full advantage of bay views. The upper level has a large open living area, kitchen and dining room with amazing views from every window. Enjoy morning coffee or afternoon wine while watching the sun rise and set over the bay. The kitchen is fully equipped to prepare a gourmet multi-course dinner. Discriminating chefs will appreciate the vast selection of dishes, wine glasses, sharpened knives, platters, cooking and bakeware, utensils and accessories provided. A large selection of cookbooks and cooking magazines are on hand to inspire you.

In the living room there is a gas burning fireplace and comfortable seating. Gaze at the fire while enjoying views of the ever-changing sea beyond the French doors. You will find a large comfortable couch with plenty of pillows and a warm throw to snuggle up with as well a small table with two chairs ready for a hand of cards or other available games. You can watch a movie from our DVD library or HBO on cable TV. There are many books and magazines available for your enjoyment.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
On the second floor near the living areas, Bedroom #1 has a king size bed with a memory foam mattress and a small balcony with a bay view and an en suite bathroom with dual vanities and tiled shower.
Also on this upper level is a powder room, located near the living areas.

On the first floor are two quiet bedrooms. Bedroom #2 has California king Bed and a view of a small courtyard and Bedroom #3 has a queen bed and filtered bay views.
The lower level bathroom has a large tiled shower.

The laundry room is located on the first floor.

Feel free to bring or rent a kayak or bike and keep it in the 1-car garage.

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

This is a townhouse style home with a reverse floor plan. It is one side of a two unit building. See also #3263 to view the other townhouse unit.

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.

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!

Property manager

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals - Reservations
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets 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
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

About the area

Pacific Grove

Located in Pacific Grove, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. 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 17-Mile Drive 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 ecotours and horse riding.
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pacific grove, CA

What's nearby

  • Cannery Row - 7 min walk
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 9 min walk
  • Lovers Point - 14 min walk
  • Fishermans Wharf - 4 min drive
  • Pacific Grove Golf Links - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Monterey Bay Aquarium - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gianni's Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪First Awakenings - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 3096 Sanctuary by the Bay ~ Almost Oceanfront! Walk to Aquarium & Cannery Row pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 3096 Sanctuary by the Bay ~ Almost Oceanfront! Walk to Aquarium & Cannery Row?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3096 Sanctuary by the Bay ~ Almost Oceanfront! Walk to Aquarium & Cannery Row?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3096 Sanctuary by the Bay ~ Almost Oceanfront! Walk to Aquarium & Cannery Row located?

Located in the heart of Pacific Grove, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of American Tin Cannery, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row. 17-Mile Drive and Lovers Point are also within 1 mile (2 km). Monterey Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Claudia P.

Wonderful home with white-water views of Monterey Bay
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 walk score of 90 says it all. Just a few steps to the crashing waves and marine life of Monterey Bay. A few more steps and you’re at Cannery Row with a fantastic array of shops and restaurants. Or head up Lighthouse Avenue for live jazz, a farmers market, the Pacific Grove library, John Steinbeck’s summer cottage. Of course, get in your car and the beauty and history of this area will astound you.The house is also astounding: wonderful views, stacks and stacks of fluffy white towels, cozy gas fireplace, comfortable beds (well, the queen was too soft), well-stocked kitchen, and more paper goods and amenities than we have ever had supplied in a rental. Good job Sanctuary Vacation Rentals

10/10 Excellent

Marsha A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick and very friendly responses from all the Sanctuary vacation employees.
We loved the house and location. The view was breathtaking and we were within walking distance of lovers point and cannery row. However there were many major things wrong with the house that needed fixing: broken garage door opener, broken blinds cutting off view, windows that didn’t open or close easily or at all, terribly uncomfortable bed, front door lock mismatched, etc. Sanctuary responded to each thing until all was well.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful months long stay
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: With my company's new remote work policy, I enjoyed several months at 3096 Sanctuary by the bay. The location is great, being just moments to the Rec trail, stores and restaurants. Wifi was perfect for all those zoom calls, made much more enjoyable with ocean views. You won't want to leave!
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8/10 Good

Anne P.

Our 2 month rental in Pacific Grove
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We liked the location, just 1/2 block off the beach with great views. The staff was very helpful and quickly available to address our issues. The dryer is unbalanced and needs attention. The oven desperately needs to be calibrated. There needs to be more water and juice glasses, as there are very few. The most pressing need is the balconies that are covered with bird droppings. This is very disgusting and unsanitary.
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8/10 Good

S T.

Great location. Can use some updating.
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: We rented the property for 4 months while relocating to the area.It was the perfect location to get around. Steps to the rec trail and walking distance to the aquarium, lovers point, shopping, restaurants etc...The view was amazing!!!We enjoyed the split level as our kids and visitors are adults. As for little children the stairs are steep with a few narrow steps.The kitchen definitely needs an update but was sufficient. No microwave though. The bathrooms REALLY need updating. The showers were almost unusable. We did pay our own utilities as we were there over 30 days. The bills seemed high compared to what we paid in our much larger home but oh well!We did enjoy the property. Just highly recommend a bath remodel.
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Triathlon Weekend
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 here for the weekend of the Pacific Grove Triathlon. The location could not have been more perfect and the home was a great place to relax and hang out as a group.
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10/10 Excellent

clean house, nicely furnished, quiet area and close to the ocean
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: Excellent, would come back to the same house again
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8/10 Good

Excellent Location and Lovely View
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: We had a wonderful time. The property was in a perfect location for what we wanted to do and the view was lovely. We were able to walk to the beach, aquarium, wharf, bike rental, shops. We could just go 1/2 block to the corner and see the bay and the seals. The home was very enjoyable. The bedding was comfortable and the bathrooms, showers were good. The kitchen was equiped with anything possible you might need. We cooked a wonderful Easter dinner there. Also, we were pleased to have beach chairs available to use. All in all, we thought it was great. There were seven of us and felt right at home.Thank you for a wonderful experience for our daughter, husband and three grandchildred ages 14, 12 and 9 plus us! You were great to work with.
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Ruth Q.

View of Water, Conveniently Located
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: Our family, including 2 adult children, very much enjoyed our stay here. There was ample space, comfortable couches, good tv. fireplace, and was wonderfully located for walking almost anywhere. While it is not beach front property, one still gets a sense of the water here. Lovely place which you will surely enjoy!
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10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Perfect Home for a Relaxing 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: My family was visiting my brother-in-law from San Francisco and decided to meet up in Monterey. We have four children (ages 2, 4, 6, and 8) plus the four adults and we had more than enough room in this beautiful home. It is equipped with everything you could ever possibly need (and even things you wouldn't think you would need). It is evident that the owners/managers have put a lot of thought into what makes a vacation home comfortable and convenient.
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10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Home Away from Home
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 house we rented from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals was in one word amazing! The location was an easy walk from restaurants and bars, and a short drive from Carmel. If I come back to the Pacific Grove area I would definitely stay here again!
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8/10 Good

erle f.

Great place to relax
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: Great place to relax after a long day at the jazz festival; loved sitting on the little decks enjoying the sounds and smells of the ocean, and the birds flying about and wandering around the roof tops.
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan T.

Great weekend
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 wonderful time. The property was very nice and was convenient to everything.
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10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Awesome
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: Had a great four-day stay here and at the condo next door for a 14 person get-together. Really well-furnished. Location is fantastic and I would totally recommend this to anyone.
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10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Wonderful!
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: Great location. Grocery store within half a block, Cannery Row within walking distance. Very peaceful stay. We stayed in #B and liked having the garage to enter the house through.
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Home away from Home
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: Overall the house was wonderful, the furnishings were warm and cozy with everything you could possibly need. Had coffee on the deck with "Herbert" our residential seagull! We did have issues in the downstair bedrooms with flickering lights in the chandelier and it smelled quite musty. The view and location of the house was perfect!
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10/10 Excellent

Comments on stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: Directions to enter the unit were invaluable. Would prefer not to have the dining room table set. We were there for a stitching weekend and did not feel like we wanted to clear the table in order to use it. Also to turn on the fireplace there was not remote so that was not clear. Otherwise we had a good time.
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10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Just What We Needed
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: My wife and I stayed here for 4 nights, and it was just what we needed. You can't get a house much closer to Cannery Row, yet be located in a nice, relatively quiet neighborhood so near the water. The house is near perfect. It is one of two units, but at no point would I have thought that had I not seen it. Bring some binoculars so you can watch the fishing boats and sea life in the kelp from the balcony.
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10/10 Excellent

Family Fun
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: A beautiful setting to relax. Our family enjoyed 8 beautiful fun filled days in this lovely home. All the amenities were there and ready for use. The view from the balconies was breathtaking. A short walk to the aquarium with access to many restaurants. Il Vecchio is a must when staying here. We will be renting this home again.Thank you so much for the wonderful memories.
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10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Location, location, location
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: Stayed here with friends and had a lovely visit. The property was clean and well maintained. Our property manager responded to our questions and needs and was very helpful. We did not find the futon in the living room very comfortable as a second couch, but the rest of the accommodations were lovely and comfortable. I would certainly return to this rental. The view was fantastic and we even saw porpoises and whales with my binoculars !
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10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

GREAT PLACE TO STAY
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 so much to do in the area
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10/10 Excellent

Marcie B.

Wonderful 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: This house is comfortable, well equipped and ideally located with ocean views and walking distance to area amenities. We hosted a 25th anniversary reunion with 2 other couples and thoroughly enjoyed the proximity to bucket-list attractions like Big Sur, Point Lobos, the Aquarium and wine tasting rooms. Restaurants in Pacific Grove and Carmel were outstanding, as was our ability to buy the freshest seafood right on the wharf and cook it up in our home away from home. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

David H.

Wonderful spot
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: Beautiful ocean view, great location, clean and well stocked, flexible accommodations. Housekeeper very helpful with our questions and needs.
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10/10 Excellent

Super! We will do this again!
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 especially enjoyed the view. Having a garage with direct access to the house was a big bonus. Everything was lovely, even the seagulls (even though we did NOT feed them.)
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8/10 Good

Glenn W.

Nice Property Overall
Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall this propoerty is very nice. The location is perfect and the views of the ocean are fantastic. A few comments. The living area is not very large and would be a challenge for more than 4 people. The futon in the living area is hard, ridgid and very uncomfortable to sit on. Sleeping on this futon would be impossible. There are no ceiling fans in the property. The downstairs area is very humid and damp. It would take 12 - 14 hours for a bath towel to dry. There are no TV's in the downstairs bedrooms. The property is very clean and well managed, It could use some kitchen renovations, new furniture and carpet.

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