5.0
we had a great vacation in carmel
Overall Comment
We had a lovelt time, thank you all. The location is very convenient for walking into town and the landscaping and gardens are beautiful. The house is nice, clean, and well-supplied. We appreciated the wine, cheese and crackers. We ran out of kitchen trash bags, and the bottom floor bedroom was chilly. Anticipating this, we brought a couple of portable space heaters from home and needed them. The bedroom did have a portable fan in the closet but not heaters.
Submitted by La Canada CA on May 07, 2025
5.0
fabulous rental home
Overall Comment
Cozy and comfortable. A fabulous rental with a great location, we will be back
Submitted by Portola Valley CA on Feb 24, 2025
5.0
beautiful home!
Overall Comment
We had a wonderful trip, the home exceeded our expectations in everyway! And the customer service and information that Sanctuary provided prior to our arrival was extrememly helpful. We'll definitely return to Stone's Throw!
Submitted by Danville CA on Feb 04, 2025
5.0
stones throw
Overall Comment
Excellent choice for family and friends.Carmel has so much to offer. This is great home base
Submitted by Lubbock TX on Nov 17, 2024
5.0
carmel storybook cottage
Overall Comment
At the last minute of summer vacation planning, we decided to get out of the hot & humid Texas heat & travel to Carmel by the Sea. We were able to rent Stones Throw, a 1920’s storybook house. It was truly enchanting! It is located in a quiet part of Carmel, walking distance to the beach, as well as the town. The gardens surrounding the cottage were lush & well maintained. The home was incredibly comfortable, accommodating 5 adults & a 1year old. The house was clean, had all you needed for cooking & plenty of space for relaxing. Roku was provided for the TV’s. We would love to stay again for longer than a week.
Submitted by Sugar Land TX on Aug 08, 2024
5.0
storybook home
Overall Comment
Our extended family of 7 had a lovely 8 nights. The home is well appointed, clean, well maintained. Convenient to walk to town or to the beach. Sanctuary does a great job.
Submitted by San Rafael CA on Jul 17, 2024
5.0
great location
Overall Comment
Had a wonderful stay with family. Location was perfect. short walk to town and short walk to the ocean.
Submitted by Sacramento CA on Jul 08, 2024
5.0
great stay at stones throw!
Overall Comment
This home nestled in the hills and woods of Carmel adjacent to the 17 Mile Drive was the perfect getaway for us to enjoy downtime. Immaculate and perfectly appointed for all occasions. Many great memories!
Submitted by Hollywood FL on Jun 26, 2024
5.0
everything we wanted in the heart of caramel
Overall Comment
This home was perfect for our family of 6's brief visit to Caramel. Not only was it spacious, comfortable, and beyond adorable, being able to walk downtown and avoid the parking situation was a game changer. The management company did a superb job of communicating and making us feel welcome, from the wine and cheese welcome platter to the label light switches and frequent texts and check-ins, I knew we were in good hands. We've stayed at dozens and dozens of rental homes and the customer service experience at Stone's Throw was truly one of the best.
Submitted by Bloomington IL on Jun 25, 2024
5.0
relaxing stay at 3770 stone's throw
Overall Comment
Beautiful home away from the noise and traffic; yet, so close to the Ocean!
Submitted by Lafayette CA on May 02, 2024
5.0
beautiful
Overall Comment
This is a beautiful home with wonderful patio and garden area to relax outdoors. Close to downtown and beaches. Home was beautifully furnished, amazing kitchen with everything we needed to prepare meals. Wine, cheese and crackers was a nice welcome gift. We were able to get a late check out. Thanks, it was greatly appreciated. Hope to return soon.
Submitted by loveland CO on Apr 21, 2024
5.0
carmel cottage
Overall Comment
A wonderful place to stay in Carmel. Close to town and the beach and a beautiful interior that makes you feel right at home in the village.
Submitted by Woodland CA on Apr 06, 2024
5.0
lovely home
Overall Comment
Beautiful home, very comfortable and well equipped with everything you need for your vacation.
Submitted by Sacramento CA on Mar 11, 2024
5.0
carmel charm
Overall Comment
Loved the house, location and amenities. We've rented several homes over the years but this one provided extra shampoo, conditioner, dishwasher pods, garbage bags etc. Most don't so that was nice to see. House was very clean and comfy. Would absolutely rent this home again.
Submitted by Brentwood TN on Feb 20, 2024
5.0
magical home in a magical town
Overall Comment
This place was absolutely perfect for our 3 couples gathered to sirens time exploring the area. It felt like our own home. It was outfitted and cleaned perfectly, and we so appreciated the wine, cheese and crackers left for us! Other than perhaps offering some laundry detergent for our stay, there is NOTHING I could improve upon. Top notch home with top notch kitchen, two wonderful fireplaces, an awesome game room, an inviting patio, and so much more. We could walk easily to shops or the beach! We will be back, but we'll be smarter and stay longer!
Submitted by Alexandria VA on Jan 29, 2024
5.0
a delightful time at a delightful venue
Overall Comment
Stone’s Throw was the cleanest, best-appointed rental house that we’ve ever stayed at. Everything from the game room (full of great books and puzzles) to the beautiful walk-in shower in the master bedroom, to the lovely and quaint succulent garden surrounding the house were perfect. We cannot recommend it highly enough and would most certainly make it a priority to stay there the next time we’re in Carmel.
Submitted by Ada MI on Jan 29, 2024
5.0
great visit to carmel
Overall Comment
Stone's Throw is a tastefully remodeled home with everything we needed for our stay. There were 6 of us and a dog with plenty of room to get together. It was spotlessly cleaned before our arrival. The rental company was very responsive and helpful. This house provided a comfortable space for us to enjoy the evenings after full days of hiking, birdwatching, shopping and enjoying the gorgeous Carmel beach.
Submitted by Los Gatos CA on Jan 12, 2024
5.0
amazing home and trip
Overall Comment
This home was so incredibly perfect!! The location, the beds, the feeling of charm and rest - can't wait to come back!
Submitted on Oct 17, 2023
5.0
restful vacation
Overall Comment
Love the house and how well equipped the kitchen is for cooking. House has good number of windows to open for ventilation.
Submitted by Lafayette LA on Sep 03, 2023
5.0
quiet neighborhood
Beautiful home with lovely furnishings and decor. Quiet neighborhood and an easy walk to downtown Carmel. We enjoyed the fireplaces, radiant heated floors in the bathroom, comfortable bed, and views of the garden from almost every window. The welcome bottle of wine, cheese, and crackers were a nice touch.
Submitted by San Jose, CA on Jun 23, 2023
through VRBO
5.0
relaxing getaway
Overall Comment
We stayed with two other couples for the weekend and had a lovely time. The house is very special, unique and has everything we could possibly need. The extra touches, such as the book selection, the decorations, the welcome tray with wine and cheese. All very much appreciated. We would love to stay again.
Submitted by Sebastopol CA on Jun 07, 2023
5.0
dream vacation at stone's throw
Overall Comment
Loved every minute of our stay at Stone's Throw. Immaculately clean, great layout and beautiful decor. Each bedroom had a bathroom. Downstairs semi-private bedroom/bath suite with french doors leading to private deck and yard, ideal for young couple with dogs. Spent alot of time in the kitchen and in front of the living room fireplace. Read in the cozy reading room and worked a puzzle and watched TV in the family room Even had a BBQ one night on the patio. Walked to beach with dogs and into town for meals. Went hiking at Point Lobos, drove to Big Sur and guys went golfing at Poppy Hills. Appreciated the warm welcome and complimentary snacks and wine. Barbara and other staff were welcoming, professional and a pleasure to work with. Thank you - We will be back!
Submitted by Sacramento CA on Jun 04, 2023
5.0
stone's throw is one of the best vacation rental homes we've ever stayed in
Stone's Throw is one of the best vacation rental homes we've ever stayed in. The gardens and architecture are magical, a wonderful place to celebrate a special family birthday. The decor and furniture are great and beds very comfortable. The kitchen has absolutely anything you would need to prepare a nice meal.and they have Keurig, drip, and French press coffee makers. It was also nice to discover that the house has a subscription to YouTubeTV, which we discovered when we were frantically figuring out how to watch a Warriors playoff game. The only criticism I have is that their pet policy was incorrect on the VRBO listing, and we ended up needing to get special permission for our two dogs after booking on VRBO and paying a deposit. So if you have dogs, call and get clarification before you book the home. Also, this wasn't clear in the listing, but you can only bring two cars, as the garage is too small for most cars, other than something like a Mini Cooper, and there is no street parking.
Submitted by Menlo Park, CA on Apr 30, 2023
through VRBO
5.0
staycation- locals
Overall Comment
Incredible attention to detail. Had everything we needed. Very well kept.
Submitted by Salinas CA on Apr 24, 2023
5.0
dreamy cottage to escape to in carmel by the sea
Overall Comment
Ever hope and pray that you will find the perfect get-a-way...we did with a Stones Throw in Carmel by the Sea! Perfectly appointed home, with incredible gardens, ample space within the home for party of 5 with warm and cozy interiors and plenty of light during the day, comfortable sleeping arrangements. It’s everything one might want, plus literally a short walk away from downtown. Our only reservation was...our trip wasn’t long enough. We will correct that next time. Thank you Sanctuary Vacations for this extraordinary opportunity.
Submitted by San Jose CA on Apr 16, 2023
5.0
cozy cottage
Overall Comment
Our rental was amazing. It was a charming cottage with everything you could possibly need. The rooms were good size, the kitchen was well appointed. If there were any issues the rental company was very quick to respond. The outside has a cute eating area where we would drink our morning coffee. The location to town and beach is walkable and we loved that. The fireplace was our favorite feature. The property was very clean exactly as described. We would love to stay at Stone's Throw again. We had a wonderful time.
Submitted by Tampa FL on Dec 19, 2022
5.0
what a little gem of a house!
"We enjoyed thoroughly our stay at Stone’s Throw. What a little gem of a house! Thank you so much for making your home available. We have made wonderful memories with our family here in Carmel! All best wishes!"
Submitted by Tampa, FL on Dec 31, 2021
through House Guestbook
5.0
sweetest cottage imaginable
Overall Comment
You never really know what’s in store for you when you rent a home based on photos and reviews and you’re almost 3000 miles away. What a relief it was when we arrived and this cottage wrapped itself around us and offered the peace and relaxation we came for:) Everything was immaculate, lovely, comfy and cozy. The beds were all very comfortable. The kitchen was easy to maneuver while cooking for thanksgiving and making everyday breakfast. We stayed for a month, hosting two grown daughters, their spouses and one grandchild for the first week. The layout was perfect for togetherness as well as privacy. We enjoyed walking to the beach and village at least once a day. Make sure to visit Rise and Roam Bakery for coffee, pastry and lunch items. And Buds in the Laplaya Hotel for good drinks, burgers etc... There are plenty of well known pricey restaurants in Carmel but our favorites were in Pacific Grove; Passion Fish and Taste Cafe. Our favorite hike was Point Lobos, The folks at Sanctuary Vacation Rentals were a pleasure to work with. Five stars all the way around!
Submitted by Belleair FL on Dec 25, 2021
5.0
stone’s throw was enchanting.
"Carmel-by-the-Sea is a magical place and our month at Stone’s Throw was enchanting. We have been visiting Carmel at least once a year for more than 20 years, and it is one of our favorite areas. This was our second monthly rental in Carmel and Stone’s Throw was perfect for entertaining guests or just the two of us hanging around the fireplace for a romantic evening. We look forward to renting this wonderful home in the future to continue our adventures in Carmel. Until next year…"
Submitted by Boca Raton, FL on Oct 31, 2021
through House Guestbook
5.0
stone’s throw is special to us.
"Stone’s Throw was booked to escape the Texas heat. You don’t expect your vision to be exceeded. Stone’s Throw is warm and cozy yet equipped to entertain. We thought we would have 2 quiet months with friends and then family rotating in and out. A proposal on the 9th led to nuptials and a friends ordained on the 21st. Then a dinner at Stone’s Throw after the ceremony. So to say Stone’s Throw is special to us would be an understatement! So many new friends now here in Carmel."
Submitted by Houston, TX on Aug 31, 2021
through House Guestbook
5.0
looking forward to more months at stone’s throw!
"We really enjoy staying at Stone’s Throw – It is the essence of a Carmel cottage…We invite family and friends during the month and time seems to fly by! We have been spending a month in Carmel for the past 20 years. We love the climate – the people – golf – the restaurants and the excellent grocery stores. Looking forward to more months at Stone’s Throw!"
Submitted by Lafayette, LA on Jul 31, 2021
through House Guestbook
5.0
what a beautiful fairy tale cottage this is!
"What a beautiful fairy tale cottage this is! Our stay in your beautiful home was a dream come true! This was a bucket list for my husband who was stationed at the Defense Language School in Monterey back in 1973. This home is so well equipped and appointed, we loved every minute. Thank you for sharing it."
Submitted by South Fork, CO on May 31, 2021
through House Guestbook
5.0
lucky us!
“What an interesting time to be in Carmel – We arrived March 1, 2020 – Just as COVID-19 was hitting and we were ordered to “shelter in place.” Being “stuck” in this darling cottage surrounded by the enchanting stone walled, lush gardens was like being in heaven! Our originally planned one month stay quickly became three months because of the virus. Lucky us! All restaurants were closed (except for some curbside pickup) so we stayed in and cooked. What a great, well-equipped kitchen. Dining on the patio was heavenly. This cottage is an architectural delight. How fortunate we were to “live” here – especially during this strange and challenging time!"
Submitted by Denver, CO on May 30, 2020
through House Guestbook
5.0
lovely carmel cottage
Overall Comment
We enjoyed a month's stay in this charming home. Very well equipped kitchen, good beds and linens, nice touches (blankets for the pup, etc) which we really appreciated. Great location, walked everywhere, not too close to the tourist area but close enough. Responsive management. 5-stars
Submitted by Sausalito California on Dec 04, 2019
5.0
beautiful accommodations!
"Had a wonderful stay! Beautiful accommodations! Well equipped! We already booked for next year. I think that says it all."
Submitted by Kukich, FL on Oct 30, 2019
through House Guestbook
5.0
we plan to come back next year.
"This house is so “Carmely” and very comfortable. It was a perfect location for the US Open. We plan to come back next year.”
Submitted by Lafayette, LA on Aug 01, 2019
through House Guestbook