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3778 Sea Salt & Caramel ~ Walk to Downtown & Beach

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Welcome to Sea Salt and Caramel! Carmel Vacation Home
Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
Backyard
Dining and Lounging Balcony is Just Off the Living Room
Master Suite - Vaulted Ceiling, Gas Fireplace and En-Suite Bath

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3778 Sea Salt & Caramel ~ Walk to Downtown & Beach

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present “Sea Salt & Caramel”! Home sleeps up to 6 adults and 2 children.

Newly renovated Carmel-by-the-Sea cottage in a tree-lined neighborhood framed by beautiful vistas of the nearby Santa Lucia Mountains. Enjoy easy level walking to downtown shopping, dining and nearby Carmel beaches from this wonderful location.

The 4 bedroom, 3.5-bath home has sweeping views from the main floor and deck of the mountains that border nearby Carmel Valley.
This 1,800-square-foot residence is conveniently located within a 7 minute walk to two Carmel beaches. It's also just a 3 minute walk to the famous Carmel Mission Basilica Museum and to Carmel Mission Ranch where you can enjoy dinner or Sunday brunch with an ocean and pasture view of grazing sheep.

Downtown Carmel is an easy 10 minute walk passing wine tasting rooms, restaurants, galleries, Nielsen’s gourmet deli and the Sunset Center. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve hiking area is just a five minute drive from the house. Ten minutes by car you will find popular attractions such as the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row and Asilomar, and half an hour to Big Sur. It's also near golfing and sightseeing in Pebble Beach®.

Living Spaces
The living room has whitewashed vaulted ceilings, comfortable seating with a plush linen sofa, feather/down pillows, two Italian leather swivel chairs plus a large storage ottoman, a dramatic handcrafted console and a 55 inch HDTV. Just beyond are views of the nearby mountains through large windows or from the newly-built, large upper walk-out deck, which has patio seating, fire-pit, a gourmet gas grill and stairs down to the lovely landscaped back yard.
Downstairs is a TV room with a 50 inch HDTV; the sofa here converts to a queen sleeper.

Kitchen and Dining
The gourmet kitchen has seating around a built-in table with Cambria quartz countertops, white custom cabinetry, and high-end Wolf appliances with plenty of storage space, built-in seating and a window seat overlooking the garden. A pullout faucet and deep sink complement a gas cooktop, wall oven, microwave and high-tech refrigerator and a Keurig coffee and tea maker. Well-equipped for extended stays!

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
On the main level, Bedroom #1 is a primary suite with a gas fireplace, 43" TV, Tempur-Pedic Supreme King mattress and en-suite bath with gold fixtures. The bathroom has a cedar-lined closet, a wall-mounted shaving mirror, dual sinks, quartz counter-tops and marble tile in the shower.

Also on this level is Bedroom #2 with a full size bed. Nearby is a half-bath/laundry room with washer and dryer.

Just a few steps up, Bedroom #3 - Queen bed, dual closets and en-suite bath with a shower. There is a low spot in the ceiling when going up or down the stairs accessing this room. People over 5'5 or so will need to be aware. Once past that point this pleasant room has a higher ceiling.

Downstairs, Bedroom #4 - California king bed, access to the private backyard garden, a covered patio with comfortable seating.
The nearby full hall bathroom has a shower.

Also on this level is a TV room/den with a queen sofa bed. This is a pass-through room near the bottom of the stairs.

Parking for 1 car in the driveway. An electric vehicle charging port is available upon request. Plan to bring your cord and adapter.

**Home is dog friendly for small non-barking dogs with approval and additional fee**

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. Extended stays are often possible.

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!
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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7600865
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

Carmel

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Golden Rectangle, a neighbourhood in Carmel. Pebble Beach Golf Links and Fisherman's Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carmel Beach 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Carmel, CA

What's nearby

  • Carmel Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sunset Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • 17-Mile Drive - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 24 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Heaven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mission Ranch Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 3778 Sea Salt & Caramel ~ Walk to Downtown & Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 3778 Sea Salt & Caramel ~ Walk to Downtown & Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3778 Sea Salt & Caramel ~ Walk to Downtown & Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3778 Sea Salt & Caramel ~ Walk to Downtown & Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3778 Sea Salt & Caramel ~ Walk to Downtown & Beach located?

Located in Golden Rectangle, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach. 17-Mile Drive is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Parker P.

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: Wonderful house for family of 6.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun, 2025
Thank you for your review! We look forward to your next visit!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Louis D.

Great Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The service and support throughout our stay was great
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec, 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

john d.

Spring in Carmel

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: Quality Stay....Excellent Kitchen
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2024
Thank you very much for your lovely review!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

monika p.

perfect November rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than 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 quite enjoyed our time at Sea salt and Caramel. The house is in a good location, however San Carlos still gets busy along that stretch at certain times of the day.we loved the modernized kitchen and bathrooms but did not like the counter top "dining table" - you really could not sit properly since there was no room for your legs.our favorite part of the house was the deck with the small dining table, couch and fire table. It is a lovely place to hang out, enjoy lunch or a drink in the late afternoon.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec, 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Peaceful in Carmel

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 really enjoyed our month in Carmel! This house was cozy, well decorated and comfortable. The views from the living room are especially nice. Beds are comfortable. Location is perfect for walking to the beach or town. Loved it!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We look forward to your next visit!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kay H.

Sea Salt and Caramel

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: Our stay at Sea Salt and Caramel worked out jut fine. The location is perfect for anyone looking for quiet, walks to the beach, and lots of light. Nice for two singles or a family of four. Tight for four adults or more. A nice, downstairs guest suite provides extra privacy. Beautiful backyard, pretty to look at, less so for anything else. It worked well for two adults and a Doodle.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2023
Thanks for your lovely review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your next visit to the area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tommy P.

September 2023 - Sea Salt Caramel

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than 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 in Carmel for the month od September 2023. The home leased through Sanctuary Vacation Rental was perfect. The updated kitchen and bathrooms were very nice and the home easily accomodated our group of 6 adults. Fabulous views of the Carmel Highlands with many windows all around.The House Manager was responsive to several small issues which were resolved immediately. Overall a great experience - this is the 3rd year we have worked with Sanctuary Vacation Rentals and we will continue to use the company as our preferred source for stays in Carmel. The Staff and the General Manager areare wonderful and very customer focused.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct, 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay in September and we look forward to your next visit to the area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Great stay 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: My wife and I enjoyed this home in Carmel By The Sea for the entire month of September. Kitchen is upgraded and has all utensils, pots & pans, even spices. Master bedroom bath is upgraded, two sinks and good water pressure ! Mattress is solid without being concrete. Walking distance to town although far enough away to avoid noise and traffic. House does not have window coverings in living area which was an infrequent problem but on sunny days and evenings was a bit of an issue for a few hours. Not huge. No dining room table, but no room for one; and the photos clearly indicated no table. I used balcony table for a desk. Quick service from management company regarding internet. Would stay here again, and would stay with Sanctuary Vacation Rentals.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov, 2024
Thank you very much for your lovely review! We're so pleased you enjoyed your visit and look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Perfect 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: This was my second month long stay in this lovely house. And I have already rented it again for next year! What is not to love. The location is quiet and removed from the often times congested downtown area, yet close enough to stroll into town whenever you want. I call this house “my treehouse” because the views from the living room and kitchen make me feel like I’m resting in treetops looking out over the hills in the Carmel River area. Sanctuary staff were always attentive and very helpful. The house was clean and very comfy. Can’t recommend it enough.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2023
Thanks so much for your wonderful review of your recent return stay in Carmel! We are so pleased you enjoyed the stay and we look forward to welcoming you back again next year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Excellent Home for Small Family

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 home is as good or better than the pictures! My wife and I travelled with our twin 3-year old's and it was the perfect setup. The downstairs was great for the kids to play while the adults could enjoy upstairs. The house was spotless on arrival and the housekeeping service was excellent for the duration. The house is about a 12-15 minute walk to Ocean Avenue or 15 minute walk to the beach (Carmel River State Beach). There is also a wonderful elementary school within a 10 minute walk with two playgrounds for children.Overall, we were thrilled with the house, the location, and overall experience. Would book again!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2023
Thanks very much for your lovely review of your recent stay in Carmel by the Sea! We are so happy you enjoyed the home and it's great location. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Robert C.

Carmel 2019

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: No comment
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2023
We are pleased to know that you were happy with the location of the home as well as the services that Sanctuary Vacation Rentals offered during your stay. We are sorry to have learned that you were not satisfied with some of the aspects of this home. Based on our recent conversation with you, it became apparent that your concerns were related to your personal preferences, rather than the actual condition of the house. More specifically, you informed us that the bed was a bit too high for your preference and you had some issues with the new couch in the living room. Our staff also adjusted the temperature of the refrigerator, as you had requested. For clarification purposes, we would like to point out that this home has new, high-end appliances, showers, toilets, faucets and furniture throughout. That being said, we do understand that some of these items may not be to every guest's personal taste. We had also learned that you were frustrated that the home was not available for you to re-book in 2021, due to another guest reservation already existing during the dates that you wished to stay. We would like to apologize about this as well. Because this is one of our more popular vacation homes in Carmel, our guests tend to book the home well in advance on the various online platforms that our homes are being advertised on. Should you ever wish to book a home on a recurring basis, please let our reservation specialists know as early as possible and we will be happy to work with you. We look forward to you staying with us again next year, as we see that you did book with us again for the same time period in 2021. Please know that we are here to assist should you need anything during your stay at any of our homes.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

allison b.

Lovely Carmel-by-the-Sea home--perfect location!

I loved my stay in this beautiful home! Smartly remodeled with 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms - a rarity of space for this neighborhood! Short walk to the ocean and to shopping and restaurants. Excellent location! The kitchen is a gorgeous remodel. The windows bring in so much natural light and accentuate the serene Carmel Valley view of rolling green hills and trees. The deck is conveniently located right off the family room and allows you to enjoy the view all day - high above the neighbors - so no obstruction. The house comes with a large backyard and multiple outdoor sitting areas - a distinct advantage in this community. The street is quiet and peaceful. Highly recommend a vacation in this lovely home and neighborhood.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Lovely and tranquil

We loved staying here! The owners have done such a beautiful job of decorating this house. The home and yard are both so warm and inviting, and the location is amazing. We cannot wait to return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

Wonderful home

This is a wonderful home. You can tell that the owners put a lot of effort into making it a comfortable and welcoming place. It has beautiful views. The location is ideal - you can easily walk to the restaurants and shops. It is just minutes away from the beautiful walk along the coast. I highly recommend this place!

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