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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Laundry made easy
One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Cannery Row
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Patio
Street parking available
Gas barbecue
Pet-friendly
Washer/dryer
Refrigerator
Explore the area
Pacific Grove, CA
Lovers Point
Place, Lovers Point
6 min walk
Cannery Row
Place, Cannery Row
13 min walk
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
14 min walk
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
9 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay
Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present “Little House”! Sleeps 6
A sweet Victorian home in Pacific Grove, just steps from the beach and the Monterey Bay Recreation Trail, is the perfect place to bring your family to relax and unwind, close enough to hear the waves and hear the seagulls calling in the distance. A small lawn area wraps around the house with geraniums and Mexican sage adding colorful accents.
The Little House, built in 1888, is a registered Pacific Grove Historic Home and has vintage charm inside and out while also offering modern conveniences. Pet-friendly with a fenced back yard, it’s set up to welcome every member of the family.
The 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features stained glass windows and other classic Victorian details, as well as original hardwood floors and light fixtures, lovely antique furniture, historic photographs and other vintage details.
Besides being just steps from the beach, the 1,400-square-foot house is also only a few minutes away from Monarch butterfly sightings in Pacific Grove, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row. Downtown Monterey, Carmel and golfing in Pebble Beach® are a 10-minute drive away, and other attractions within a half hour’s drive are the natural wonders of Big Sur and wine tasting and dining in Carmel Valley Village.
Living Space Guests enter through a gate in a white picket fence, with steps leading to the front door of the red-and-white house. A cozy living room with a bay window and comfortable sofas provides a gathering place for conversation, watching the 32-inch HDTV or reading, and the adjacent vintage dining room table seats 6 next to a marble-topped antique sideboard.
Kitchen and Dining The remodeled kitchen offers a four-burner gas range, blue cabinets, vintage tile backsplash and a farmhouse apron sink, with plenty of counter space and prep area. On the other side of the kitchen is a small home office with desk and rolling chair, ideal for doing paperwork or computer work. A stacked washer and dryer is conveniently tucked into this space.
A door from the office leads into the back yard, where there is a gourmet gas grill and tall vine-covered fences for privacy. Seating around a fire pit makes this a great place for afternoon barbecues or late-night stargazing.
Bedrooms and Bathrooms On the lower / main level, Bedroom #1 features a California king bed and an en suite bath with a pedestal sink, hexagonal tiled floor and claw foot tub with shower.
Upstairs, Bedroom #2 has a queen-size antique bed and ocean views from the windows. Bedroom #3 features two twin beds. A unique, light-filled full bath with a pedestal sink, hex tile and claw foot tub with shower is tucked under the steeply angled ceiling.
Parking is available for two cars in the driveway but any additional cars must park one block away due to limited street parking in front of the house. Carpooling is recommended.
Well-behaved, quiet 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!
Pacific Grove Transient Use License #0458
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About the area
Pacific Grove
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Retreat, a neighbourhood in Pacific Grove. 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 Lovers Point and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. 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 cycling and hiking nearby.
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
American Tin Cannery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Cannery Row - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Monterey Station - 14 min walk
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Gianni's Pizza - 13 min walk
Starbucks - 12 min walk
First Awakenings - 10 min walk
El Cantaro - 13 min walk
Beach House Restaurant - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay?
As of 22 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay on 23 Nov 2026 start from £3,609, 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 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay located?
Located in Retreat, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St Mary's by the Sea and Lovers Point. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are also within 15 minutes. Monterey Station is 14 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The historic home is decorated in early 20th century fashion so is unique. Except the kitchen has modern appliances and is well equipped. There's also a separate office type area. The dining and living room areas easily accommodated our family of 4 adults and 2 children. Everything was clean and neatly setup. We enjoyed the location, being walking distance to Lovers Cove, downtown PG,and even the Aquarium. The Monday farmers market is great. The Natural History Museum has good exhibits and special activities for children. However if you're physically challenged think about whether you can manage stepping in/out of the claw-footed bathtub! It's an authentic feature but could give you pause.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2026
Thank you for your lovely review! We're happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you visit us again soon!
Excellent location, just a 3 minute walk from the path between the Aquarium and Lover's Point.
The house was comfortable and provided 4 beds, so no one had to share.
Tub showers were a little tricky to get in and out of.
But overall, we had a incredible stay. 👍
This was our second visit to the little house and we will definitely come again:) It's so cozy and well equipped and I love how easy it is to pop down yo the beach and see all the amazing wildlife!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We look forward to your next visit!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nikki S.
24 Feb 2026
Picturesque and Ideal location
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:
What a gem! We loved everything about this place- the charming aesthetic , the complimentary wine and cheese and the quick walk to the walking trail along the water. Loved walking to Happy Girl Co for coffee everyday. I would definitely recommend others to stay here.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2026
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!
We enjoyed our stay in a clean, and comfortable Victorian home. We enjoyed the wine, crackers, and cheese! Great location walking distance to restaurants, lovers beach, and Monterey Aquarium.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
Thank you very much for your lovely review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your visit and look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
This cute home had all we needed, including a fenced yard for our dogs. We were able to walk to the aquarium and to downtown Pacific Grove. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
Thank you for your review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Staying here for a small girls trip was absolutely wonderful. The property was lovely and beautiful. The short walk to the water was perfect and a short walk to town. Would definitely recommend and stay with this property again! The house is stunning with beautiful architecture on the inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 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!
We had a wonderful time at the Little House- it has everything you need (the kitchen was particularly well stocked)! It was so cozy and relaxing. The best part though is the location, we walked to the aquarium, the beach, the playground, restaurants, everything is so close! Loved our stay and didn't want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review and feedback! We are very happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you visit us again soon!
Everything about this property is wonderful. Great location, clean, and well equipped. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb 2023
Thanks for the wonderful review, we look forward to your next visit to the area.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Peter v.
31 Mar 2026
Little house review
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:
We loved our stay. It was the best location, walking distance to downtown Pacific Grove and the trail between Lover's Point and the aquarium. The house was comfortable, a king sized bed for Tammy and I, and separate beds for our three adult children. Loved having a full kitchen to store food and cook. The only issue was the bathtub/shower situation was little tricky to get in and out of.Plus we needed more toilet paper.Overall, it was the best family vacation we've had in quite some time.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
I believe this was our fourth time staying at the Little House. The house is beautiful and located about a block and a half from the ocean walkway and bike trail. We’ll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2022
Thanks for your lovely review. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
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