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. Park your car and walk to everything in this unbeatable location.
The 800-square-foot newly remodeled residence is on the upper floor of a courtyard that includes numerous businesses, including the popular Toro Sushi Bar, and is also just steps away from the Hog’s Breath Inn, formerly owned by Clint Eastwood, as well as a variety of other well-known restaurants within a few blocks. Once upon a time ago, the flat operated as the club house for famed football coach and Monday Night Football announcer John Madden, for whom the nightly rental is now named, and his close friends.
The apartment is easy walking-distance from the beach, and only 10 minutes to a variety of attractions, including world-class golf and dining in Pebble Beach, monarch butterfly sightings in Pacific Grove, or the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row. Others within a half hour’s drive are the natural wonders of Big Sur and wine tasting in Carmel Valley Village.
Vaulted ceilings with skylights and handcrafted plaster walls are among the features that make this 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment stand out, as well as a vintage Carmel stone fireplace that provides a cozy gathering point.
Guests enter through a door that leads into the living room, where large windows let in generous amounts of natural light, but with curtains if privacy is desired. The living room includes a large HDTV and comfortable seating around the fireplace.
A convenient kitchenette with refrigerator, small bar sink, oven and stove (no dishwasher) makes it easy to enjoy local take-out food or to prepare small meals and snacks, is adjacent to a dining area that seats four to six.
Bedrooms and Bathroom Bedroom #1** features a king-size bed with luxury bedding. It is located directly across the hall from the bathroom. On the other side of the living room, Bedroom #2** has a split king bed with foam topper or can be made into two twin beds.
**Please note that the loft style of the whole apartment means that the walls of the bedrooms do not go all the way to the high ceiling and they are open at the top to the main living area. Visual privacy is assured but sounds can carry from one room to another.
The living room sofa folds out into a queen bed for an additional sleeping option.
The bathroom features a tiled tub-shower combination with a large sunflower shower head and a second removable handheld shower head. The updated bathroom includes a large vanity with dual sinks, a generously sized cabinet with ample room for stowing personal items, and an additional cabinet for storage.
The unit does not have a washer or dryer. We are happy to recommend laundry facilities in the area.
Cars may be parked on nearby streets, there is no private parking provided. The City of Carmel has several downtown parking lots with unlimited timing, including one near the flat on Torres and 3rd.
Well-behaved dogs are welcome with pre-approval, an additional pet fee and a signed pet addendum.
The unit is up a flight of stairs but is all one level once inside.
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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Informações importantes
O que você precisa saber
Número de registro da propriedade VR025534
Propriedade nº 9422222
Pessoas extras podem incorrer em taxas adicionais que variam dependendo da política da propriedade.
Documento de identificação oficial com foto e cartão de crédito, cartão de débito ou depósito em dinheiro podem ser exigidos no momento do check-in para despesas extras.
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Festas ou eventos de grupos no local são estritamente proibidos
O anfitrião informou que a propriedade tem detector de monóxido de carbono.
O anfitrião informou que a propriedade tem detector de fumaça.
Os recursos de segurança disponíveis na propriedade incluem extintor de incêndio, kit de primeiros socorros e trava de segurança.
Informações a área
Carmel
Perto da praia em Carmel, este apartamento fica no bairro Centro de Carmel. Pebble Beach Golf Links e Fisherman's Wharf são atrações ideais para quem procura aventuras. Para conhecer as belezas naturais da região, explore lugares como Carmel Beach e Baía de Monterey. Assista a um evento ou a um jogo em WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca e reserve um tempo para conhecer Monterey Bay Aquarium, uma das atrações imperdíveis desta área. Divirta-se com atividades aquáticas nas proximidades, como mergulho autônomo e rafting ou aventure-se com caminhadas e passeios de bicicleta.
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Loved the space and location - walkable to everything in the area. Super cute and well maintained. Worth calling out the loft style bedrooms don’t have separate ceilings.
Hospedou-se por 2 diárias em ago. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 27 de ago. de 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
De um site parceiro
10/10 - Excelente
Claudia S.
18 de jul. de 2026
Loved the location and would definitely stay again.
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 were there w our 3 grown daughters and couldn’t be happier. We used the sleep sofa as well. The Dutch door was perfect for getting light and fresh air while still keeping a doodle in. Easy walk to the beach!
Resposta de VrboOwner em 21 de jul. de 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you visit us again soon!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Olli V.
9 de jul. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Clean, centrally located. We had a wonderful time.
Hospedou-se por 2 diárias em jul. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 13 de jul. de 2026
Thank you for your review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Richard B.
29 de jun. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Our stay here was phenomenal! The location is 10 out of 10. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the property.
Hospedou-se por 2 diárias em jun. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 6 de jul. de 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your time here and look forward to your return visit!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Erik E.
21 de mai. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
If you are looking for a cute little place right in the middle of all the shops of Carmel by the Sea, this is your place!!!
Hospedou-se por 5 diárias em mai. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 25 de mai. de 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We look forward to your next visit!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Rachel D.
14 de mai. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Beautiful place to stay, difficult to communicate with regarding early check in but was able to drop off bags at main office while waiting for place to be ready.
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em mai. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 25 de mai. de 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We will always accommodate early check-ins and late check-outs when we can. We look forward to your next visit!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Christina L.
30 de abr. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Clean, fireplace was a nice touch, parking was a little tricky!
Hospedou-se por 2 diárias em abr. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 11 de mai. de 2026
Thank you for your review! We look forward to your next visit!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Adam D.
11 de abr. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
What a great place to stay! So conveniently located right in the middle of the downtown area. Parking was tricky. we had to park at the beach then move the car closer after businesses closed but it was a really nice walk. the house was clean and very comfortable. would love to stay here again.
Hospedou-se por 2 diárias em abr. de 2026
De um site parceiro
10/10 - Excelente
carmen c.
30 de mar. de 2026
Lil Hidden Gem
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 quick get-a-away to the middle of down town Carmel. We knew parking was going to be different, but we were able to find a parking to unload our things close by. After this, we found a parking with no parking restrictions in front of the Normandy Inn. We wanted to be in the middle of it and we were. You have to go through a hall of tables and chairs to get to the back and up to the rental. It's above a Tea house and next to a few restaurants. You will hear some chatter of people and dishes of your neighbors. Everyone in our group was fine with this. In the afternoon, after walking down to the beautiful beach access we returned and had so many restaurant choices. The only issue we had in the afternoons when trying to connect online, the Wii fi kept dropping the connection. When we felt the Wi-Fi device, it was really hot to the touch--may need to get replaced soon to help the connection. For people not needing connections everything was very pleasant. We enjoyed the cheese spread and wine that was provided for us. We hope to return again. Communication was a text away. I didn't ask and did not see stated somewhere, but at the end, we were not sure what outside trash was for the property. Overall, we had a great stay!
Resposta de VrboOwner em 7 de abr. de 2026
Thank you for your lovely review! We look forward to your next visit!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Kenneth M.
9 de mar. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Great location, very quaint and comfortable. Loved it!
Hospedou-se por 6 diárias em fev. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 30 de mar. de 2026
Thank you for your review! We look forward to your next visit!
Avaliação verificada
8/10 - Boa
Ann M.
21 de fev. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Excellent location! Property was clean and well stocked! It is a loft style apartment so the bedrooms walls do not go up to the ceiling. It was super cold outside and rainy when we were here and was very difficult to warm the apartment as there were only a few small wall heaters. The fireplace came in very handy but did not warm the apartment much. No heater in the bathroom.Overall I would return but maybe in the spring or summertime! You cannot get a better location!
Hospedou-se por 2 diárias em fev. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 23 de fev. de 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We look forward to your next visit!
De um site parceiro
6/10 - Razoável
JOHN T.
12 de fev. de 2026
Upstairs flat in Carmel by the Sea
Rating Details:
The property manager was very unhelpful.
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 arrived after a long day of travelling, and realized there was no hot water. We immediately called the emergency service. The person I spoke with was very kind and helpful, but she was unable to get their maintenance person out until the next day. She apologized profusely and understood our predicament. We were unable to shower after a long day in airports and hours driving in a car to reach our destination, and to me, that was unacceptable. The property was great otherwise.
Resposta de VrboOwner em 24 de fev. de 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review an feedback! We will have our Operations Team look into the plumbing issue and problem with our response time. This should not have happened and we very much apologize for the inconvenience it caused you and your guests. We’ll make sure it does not happen again!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Hank H.
1 de fev. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Sanctuary took care of our every need during our stay here.
Hospedou-se por 5 diárias em jan. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 1 de fev. de 2026
Thank you for your lovely review! We look forward to your next visit!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Bruce J.
13 de jan. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Wonderful loft apartment in the center of Carmel.
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em jan. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 26 de jan. de 2026
Thank you! We look forward to your next visit!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Corrine L.
12 de jan. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Appreciated the assistance of the management company
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em dez. de 2025
Resposta de VrboOwner em 12 de jan. de 2026
Thank you! We look forward to your next visit!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Kathy L.
8 de dez. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Great place and location.
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em dez. de 2025
Resposta de VrboOwner em 15 de dez. de 2025
Thank you for your review! We look forward to your next visit!
Avaliação verificada
6/10 - Razoável
Piper E.
21 de nov. de 2025
Pontos negativos: Limpeza
It is a great location, but is in need of some TLC
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em out. de 2025
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Donna M.
13 de nov. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
The Madden Suite was immaculate! Great location; however sounds from the restaurant behind the bedroom by the bath are very loud. But, all quiet by 10:15, so it was fine by us. Host left us some cheese, a bottle of wine and crackers! So nice! The walls are open at the top, but for our family group, this was fine. Couldn't really hear others when doors closed. Really cozy, clean comfy furniture, relaxing atmoaphere. Highly recommend!
Hospedou-se por 1 diária em nov. de 2025
Resposta de VrboOwner em 24 de nov. de 2025
Thank you very much for your lovely review! We're pleased you enjoyed your visit and look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Mike B.
15 de out. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Great location in downtown Carmel. The suite was clean, comfortable, and cozy. Would definitely stay here again.
Hospedou-se por 4 diárias em out. de 2025
Resposta de VrboOwner em 20 de out. de 2025
Thank you for your review! We look forward to your next visit!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Brad C.
5 de out. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Excellent time!!
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em out. de 2025
Resposta de VrboOwner em 12 de out. de 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Avaliação verificada
8/10 - Boa
Sue F.
30 de set. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
The Madden Suite was great for a quick stay in Carmel. The flat was clean, comfortable and well appointed. Dog friendly, walkable to all of Carmel and the beach from its central location.
Hospedou-se por 2 diárias em set. de 2025
Resposta de VrboOwner em 12 de out. de 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Piero & Rachel
19 de set. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Exactly as listed and would absolutely book again. Incredible location within walking distance of everything. Very charming and cozy. I’d recommend to bring your own pillows and if staying during warmer months, a few fans.
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em set. de 2025
Resposta de VrboOwner em 22 de set. de 2025
Thank you for your kind review and important feedback! We will share this information with the house manager and the owners of the property.
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
David F.
21 de ago. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Great location, clean unit, easy check-in and out.
Hospedou-se por 2 diárias em ago. de 2025
Resposta de VrboOwner em 23 de ago. de 2025
Thank you for your review! We look forward to your next visit!
De um site parceiro
10/10 - Excelente
Matthew M.
27 de jul. de 2025
Cozy and Convenient Carmel by the Sea Cottage
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 unit is very convenient with a location two blocks from ocean avenue. Itself it is cozy with a fireplace for the cool nights of Carmel. It is located on a quieter street and generally very easy to sleep. Though those with kids or sensitive dogs should be warned that it is above a restaurant where there is always some activity and minimal noise that could awake more sensitive guests. Overall, an amazing stay and would 100% stay again.
Resposta de VrboOwner em 29 de jul. de 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
De um site parceiro
6/10 - Razoável
Nancy d.
24 de jul. de 2025
Beautiful Home and Great Location Madden Suite
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
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:
This place was absolutely gorgeous—charming, warm, and thoughtfully laid out with beautiful wood finishes and lovely furniture. The location was also fantastic, and we really appreciated the quiet, quaint vibe.However, we were disappointed by the cleanliness of the home. Upon arrival, we followed the instructions to remove our shoes, but the floors had quite a bit of debris. The carpet in the living room looked like it hadn’t been vacuumed in a while—it had visible dust and hair. We also noticed sand in the closet, likely from the beach chairs, and when we went to clean it up, we couldn't find the vacuum that was supposed to be there.Later that evening, I ended up with a large splinter in my foot, which was surprising given that the floors are laminate. Thankfully, we found the first aid kit—thank you for having that available.The kitchenette also posed some challenges. While we love dining out in Carmel, part of the appeal of renting a home is the ability to cook and eat in. The sink was extremely small—just barely enough to wash a plate—and with the drying rack originally located under the sink, we moved it to the counter, which left us with little space and a wet mess to manage.There was also no Wi-Fi, which was a problem since this was partially a work trip. A hotspot was delivered, which was appreciated, but the connection was unreliable, making it difficult to get work done.Overall, while the home was incredibly charming and the location excellent, the lack of cleanliness and a few inconveniences made the stay less comfortable than expected—especially considering the price. We would consider returning, but only if the cleanliness and functionality issues are addressed more thoroughly.
Resposta de VrboOwner em 29 de jul. de 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review and feedback! We will have our Operations Team contact the homeowners and the cleaning company about your concerns. Also, Xfinity (the internet service provider), messed-up the account; it's fixed now. We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!