Guest Reviews
★★★★★ 4.9 of 5 average
Beautiful home in an ideal location
by Reno NV
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We have come back to stay at the Lavender House for 3 years in a row now. Not only is it a beautiful home, but it is within walking distance to everything! The beach,farmer's market,shopping, and restaurants are 5-10 minutes away. The aquarium is a 25 minute walk, but it is along a beautiful paved path by the ocean. If you have children, their is a park right around the corner.
Submitted on Apr 14, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home once again and the great central location to everything in Pacific Grove. We look forward to your next visit.
Pleasant and easy
by Sebastopol California
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Cute! Nice beds. Easy walk to very many places
Submitted on Apr 8, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for the lovely review, we are so please you enjoyed your stay.
Lovely stay - a respite
by DAllas TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Really enjoyed our time at the Lavender House. Location was ideal and the home was welcoming, well-appointed and clean. Will book again.
Submitted on Feb 13, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for the lovely review - we look forward to your next visit to The Lavender House.
Fall at the Lavender House
by Las Vegas NV
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a wonderful time! The house was perfectly located with all the necessary amenities and a wonderful neighbor next door. Our vacation was delightful and the comfort, convenience and location met our expectations. Thank you Sanctuary Vacation Rentals.
Submitted on Dec 4, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your next visit to Pacific Grove.
Lovely place, great location
by Menlo Park CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We were very pleased with our stay at the Lavender House last week. Great location, comfortable and cute house. The property was very clean, tidy and perfect for 4 adults (in 3 rooms) and our little dog. We highly recommend the Lavender House.
Submitted on Nov 14, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay in Pacific Grove and loved the home. We look forward to your next visit.
Everything in Walking Distance!
by Hanford, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Some business & some family. Literally everything in walking distance!
Submitted on Nov 5, 2023
through VRBO
Wonderful Victorian Retreat
by AUSTIN TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We met our friends and stayed at Lavendar House for the Ren Sport Reunion at Laguna Seca. It was lovely to have a nice place to relax, so close to the beach. We were walking distance to some very nice restaurants. We loved walking on the beach and meeting other reunion attendees. It really felt like being home.
Submitted on Oct 4, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home with your friends and appreciated the excellent location in downtown Pacific Grove. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
We Loved It!
by Morgantown, WV
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Very charming house in an extremely walkable location.
Submitted on Jul 4, 2023
through AirBnB
This is a Great Place
by K. Kurani
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Great place in a great neighborhood. Thanks! We had a wonderful time.
Submitted on Jun 13, 2023
through AirBnB
Perfect home for our retreat!
by livermore ca
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The Lavender House is such a beautiful and well-maintained rental. My friends and I had a relaxing and fun retreat in this home. Location was ideal!
Submitted on Jun 7, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed the home and the great location. We look forward to your next visit to Pacific Grove.
This is Such a Happy and Welcoming Home!
by Sacramento, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
This is such a happy and welcoming home with a timeless elegance yet cozy and modernized for comfort. The host very generously left a delicious wine and cheese that absolutely delighted! The location is perfect, close to restaurants, shops, and two blocks from the ocean with easy bike path access to downtown Monterey. We had an amazing time, highly recommend The Lavender House!
Submitted on Apr 22, 2023
through VRBO
The Cottage is Exactly as Depicted in the Website!
by Alonzo H. & Family
★★★★★ 5 of 5
The cottage is exactly as depicted in the website and if you’re a walker, accessible without driving your car to any of the Monterey area main attractions (Aquarium, for example, is a mostly seaside ocean stroll of 1.25 miles with otters and seals this time of year). Tons of local restaurants and a good fully stocked neighborhood market .3 miles away. Lots of attention to detail in the cottage renovation. Small, well-stocked kitchen appliances, pots and pans, cleaning supplies, some condiments. Really good parking for one vehicle although the space would be tight for a large pickup or SUV. Charming good for children or anyone who doesn’t mind a steep stair. Loft has nice peekaboo view of the bay. Easy and safe walking distance to the bay and tidal pools.
Submitted on Apr 12, 2023
through AIRBnB
Beautiful Property!
by Reno, NV
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Beautiful property, ideal location, and very clean!
Submitted on Apr 2, 2023
through VRBO
Extremely Charming!
by Dallas, TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
My family loved staying at Lavender House and its unique/authentic decorations and fixtures. Extremely charming!
Submitted on Mar 30, 2023
through VRBO
Just Perfect and Sanctuary Vacation Rentals were Great Hosts!
by Amsterdam, Netherlands
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Lavender House was just perfect and Sanctuary Vacation Rentals were great hosts. We had a lovely time in Pacific Grove and would recommend this location highly!
Submitted on Mar 21, 2023
through AIRBnB
Lavender House
by Lancaster CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The house was everything we expected it to be.
Submitted on Mar 2, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for the review!
Late February Stay
by Sacramento Ca
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great stay sanctuary is always great to work with.
Submitted on Mar 1, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for the review!
Definitely Recommend Staying Here.
by Lancaster, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Decided to have a Galentines weekend with a few friends and we were so happy we were able to stay here. The house is so cute inside and out. Its walking distance from many great restaurants and local attractions. They’re also dog friendly which is always a plus! Definitely recommend staying here.
Submitted on Feb 23, 2023
through AIRBnB
Great Little House. Very Responsive Host.
by Los Angeles, CA
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Great little house on the edge of downtown Pacific Grove. Short walk to shops, restaurants, beach and playground. Easy drive to Monterey Bay Aquarium and Carmel. Very responsive host.
Submitted on Feb 21, 2023
through AIRBnB
Would Recommend Staying Here!
by Santa Rosa, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Great location near yummy restaurants and the main street of Pacific Grove. It was a cozy house with lots of fun antique features. Would recommend staying here!
Submitted on Dec 12, 2022
through AIRBnB
Sweet house/great location
by Somerville MA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The Lavender House is quaint and has lovely, authentic finishes. It is in a great location.
Submitted on Nov 22, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your lovely review, we are pleased you enjoyed the home and the handy location to downtown Pacific Grove and the beach.
We Will Definitely Stay Here Again!
by T. Cole & Family
★★★★★ 5 of 5
We loved this house! The house had everything and more than we needed, everything worked smoothly. The location is perfect - walking distance to local restaurants, shops and coastal walks. Very short drive to the Monterey Aquarium. Host was always available. We didn't need assistance as everything was so well prepared for us. We have visited Pacific Grove before and love the area. We will definitely stay here again.
Submitted on Nov 3, 2022
through AIRBnB
Charming Victorian-style home that’s minutes from all the action
by San Diego CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Well-stocked and a cozy retreat with beautiful little accents throughout the home. Stairs were a little steep and all the sleeping arrangements are upstairs so may not be ideal for folks with mobility issues or small children. Our family enjoyed staying here regardless. Everything we needed was either a walk or a quick drive away. Don’t miss out on the 17-mile drive!
Submitted on Oct 26, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home and the handy location to downtown Pacific Grove. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Highly Recommend!
by Vista, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Sanctuary Vacation Rentals + their team were so lovely and helpful! Highly recommend a sweet stay here if you are in the area!
Submitted on Oct 18, 2022
through AIRBnB
Great location
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
The rental was in a great location close to town. It was very clean. Everyone was very helpful
Submitted on Sep 24, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your review, we are pleased you enjoyed the home and the great location in Pacific Grove.
Wonderful stay
by Walnut Creek, CA CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
What a great house, location was perfect, amenities were plenty and our family of 5 had a fantastic and enjoyable stay.
Submitted on Jun 21, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your lovely review, we are so pleased you enjoyed the home!
Love the Lavender House
by West Granby CT
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
This was our second stay here. Stayed for a week. Great location for walking. Quiet street. Very well stocked and clean. Easy drive to Big Sur, Point Lobos. Can't wait to stay here again.
Submitted on May 6, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your wonderful review, we look forward to your next visit to the area.
Idyllic House with Character
by Elk Grove CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We and our pet dog thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Lavender house. It was like entering a life-size doll house. Love the old style home and furnishings, but Wi-Fi was blazing fast. Though, I feel some will find the stairs challenging. You can't beat the location. It is walking distance to everything in PG. We appreciate feeling welcomed to the property and home immaculate it was when we arrived. From booking, to check in and check out, everything went flawlessly. Highly recommend this property.
Submitted on Mar 19, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks very much for your lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the home and the great location to downtown Pacific Grove. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Great spot to relax
by Lafayette CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a fun few days staying at this charming cottage walking distance to the waterfront, charming restaurants & Cannery Row.
Submitted on Feb 22, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks very much for your lovely review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and the great location.
Darling House, Perfect Location
by Dublin CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The house was perfect for our stay. Clean, well appointed and lovely features. The small backyard was great for our two dogs. The location was fantastic; just two minutes from downtown shops and restaurants and a short walk to Lovers Point. As others have said the driveway is tiny and on a tough angle but once you get the hang of it it’s easy enough. There is no street parking though. All in all it was just what we needed for a few days on the coast.
Submitted on Feb 20, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and the fabulous location. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Lovely updated Victorian!
by Twain Harte, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Lovely updated Victorian in an ideal location!
Submitted on Feb 6, 2022
through VRBO
Lavender House
by Kinnelon NJ
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great experience! Lovely, well appointed home.
Submitted on Jan 18, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for the review. We look forward to your next visit.
Great Location!
by Vancouver WA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We rented the Lavender House for 3 nights. The location was perfect as we didn't drive at all! We were able to walk absolutely everywhere! The house was perfect for us as well. Clean, well stocked and had plenty of room for sitting and relaxing. We didn't use the outdoor area as it was a bit chilly during our stay.
Submitted on Dec 7, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your lovely review of your recent stay in Pacific Grove. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home and the great location, next time we will try and have it a little warmer for you, so that you can enjoy that outside space as well.
Charming Home
by Elk Grove CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
This home has been exquisitely restored with attention to detail. Constructed in 1902, it retains the character of homes built in that era, but it also has all the modern conveniences we expect. Great wifi, fully equipped kitchen, even shampoo and soap in the bathrooms. The electric firplace was an added bonus. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to come back.
Submitted on Nov 10, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you so much for your kind review of your recent stay at The Lavender House. We are happy you enjoyed your experience and all the little touches in the home. We look forward to your next visit.
Perfect Location for Families with Younger Kids
by San Jose CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Our family of four + grandma had a wonderful time at the Lavender House. It was a great combination of Victorian charm and modern conveniences. The location is perfect as there's so much to eat and do within a short 5 minute walk including a park right around the corner as a nice default thing to keep the kids busy between bigger activities.
Submitted on Oct 16, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are pleased that you and your family enjoyed the home and the great location.
Lovely
by Santa Barbara CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a wonderful time in this adorable house. I would not recommend it for people who can not handle steep stairs or young children. My grandkids loved it. They were very intrigued by the toilets and phone. The kitchen is small but seemed to have everything we needed. Thanks.
Submitted on Oct 5, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your review. Yes some of this older homes do require a little more of a climb but we are pleased your grandkids love it and that the kitchen met your needs.
Lovely Stay
by Lake Forest CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The Lavender House was a lovely place to stay. The host is responsive and the house was clean for our arrival.
Submitted on Jul 29, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your review, we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay.
Location, location, location!!!
by Lake Worth FL
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
There were four us (two couples) sharing Lavender House. We drove down from San Francisco for our four night stay having made restaurant reservations prior to our arrival. We planned on breakfast and lunch at the house and supplemented what we brought down with a trip to the Farmers Market and the Grove market. The kitchen had limited storage for food that did not need refrigeration. One bedroom had very limited space to put clothing, other than that the house was well maintained and pretty well equipped. We were able to arrange for a noon check out which made a relaxing last morning. Do not miss having dinner at Passionfish, a short walk away. We parked the car in the driveway and walked everywhere including the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Submitted on Jul 18, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your review! We are pleased you enjoyed the home and the great location - yes, you can walk to everything in the area. Passionfish is one of our favorites and so many great dining spots in Pacific Grove. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Cozy Little Gem in Pacific Grove!
by Beverly Hills CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The Lavender House in Pacific Grove couldn't have been a better place to spend my fiance's 50th bday. We were joined by another couple for our much anticipated three-day weekend getaway. There was plenty of room in the house. Super cozy, too. The pictures you posted online described the place perfectly. When we arrived everything was clean and ready for our stay. We were very satisfied with the accommodations. And although we didn't utilize the 3rd-floor, we could have comfortably had two more guests. The entire house was decorated beautifully. And everything worked! We didn't encounter one issue while we were there. We especially loved the electric fireplace!! �� But the one thing that stood out the most was its location. We were just a few minutes from the ocean. We pretty much walked everywhere. We were also able to take our little Chihuahua, which was a HUGE plus :) So convenient! There was plenty of room around the house for him to explore and do his business �� Thank you for making our weekend extra special! We'll definitely be going back!
Submitted on May 12, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review of your recent stay at The Lavender House. We agree the location is ideal for everything in the area and just a short walk to shopping, restaurants and the water. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Beautiful Victorian Home with Excellent Location
by Arroyo Grande CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a wonderful time in this comfortable and well-stocked home. We have rented many vacation rentals and this house has become our new favorite. This warm, inviting home made for a very relaxing stay. The beds were comfortable and the linens were soft and inviting. It is in a quiet location that is within easy walking distance of many area attractions.
Everything that we could possibly require was provided for us and the products were of excellent quality.
We marveled at the attention to detail that was given in the renovation of this house. We have never taken so many pictures of a vacation rental. We even photographed the door hardware because of the ornate design.
Beautiful Lavender House will be our vacation rental choice when we plan our next trip to Pacific Grove.
Submitted on May 6, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your fabulous review of your recent stay at The Lavender House. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and the fabulous location. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Wonderful stay!
by Walnut Creek CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Our family of five had a wonderful stay at the Lavender House. The house was clean and we felt safe staying there. We would definitely come back to this house due to location and cleanliness of the place. The only thing we would love to have next time is a bigger cutting board. Other than that, we found everything we needed and we appreciate the extra HDMI cable in the drawer to hook up our notebook to the TV! Thank you for the little touches!
Submitted on Apr 1, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review of Lavender House. We are pleased you enjoyed the home and the great location. We look forward to your next visit to Pacific Grove.
Beautiful Pacific Grove Get Away
by LOS ALTOS CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Wonderful property, well cared for and very nicely located in Pacific Grove. Old world charm with modern conveniences like good wifi, water pressure and appliances. Even a BBQ in the backyard. We'll be back!
Submitted on Mar 17, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you very much for your lovely review of The Lavender House. We are pleased you loved all the little touches and the fabulous location to downtown Pacific Grove. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
GLORIOUS GETAWAY
by Fresno CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
GREAT LOCATION CHARMING HOUSE
Submitted on Feb 23, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for the review - we look forward to your next visit to the area.
Charming stay in convenient location
by Palo Alto CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
This is a small, charming house near downtown Pacific Grove. It is quiet and convenient. Everything worked great. Communication with the management company was excellent.
Submitted on Feb 10, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your review of your stay at The Lavender House. We are pleased you enjoyed the home and the great location. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Charming House in Great Location
by San Fransisco CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Really enjoyed a 2 week stay in this fantastic little house with lots of original features. Well located for both beach and town and such a pretty house!
Submitted on Dec 3, 2020
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you! We are so pleased that you enjoyed our house and it's great location. Until next time...
Stay in Pacific Grove
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a fantastic stay at the Lavender House, a thoughtfully planned for a home away from home. It's in a quiet neighborhood which suits our family perfectly. The property management team was very approachable. We will definitely try and come back again.
Submitted on Nov 2, 2020
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Lavender House!
Quaint historic home in great location
by Henderson NV
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
This home was exactly as shown in pictures and as described. The best thing about this home is the pride the management company has taken on every little detail. From the welcoming thank you note, to the notes on household directions, to the lavender soaps throughout the home. The home has plenty of laundry, hand soap and lotion, including shampoo and conditioner for your entire stay. The location of this home is superb. It’s centrally located to amazing restaurants and walking distance to the ocean. Two amazing restaurants is Passion Fish and Red House. We travel the world and those two restaurants we exquisite. The neighbors on all sides of the home were welcoming and helpful on recommendations. The yard is perfect for a small dog, but note there is an opening on the side of the home where your dog can get out. The homes is situated inside a small alleyway, so there isn’t much traffic at all. The bedding was comfortable, but we felt the beds weren’t super comfy. Although they say they are a sleep number bed we couldn’t get the remotes to work and they were lopsided. But we adjusted after a few nights. The driveway is small, our friends Audi fit, but nothing larger. The garage is a nice space for a small vehicle. We enjoyed our stay in this quaint historic home.
Submitted on Oct 26, 2020
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for the great review of Lavender House. We agree that the location is amazing and we also love PassionFish. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Pg
by Park City UT
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
Omfortable
Submitted on Oct 13, 2020
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for the review!
Awesome home with great location
by Austin TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
This was a fantastic stay. I surprised my mom with this beautiful home for our 3 day stay in Pacific Grove. It was close to everything we needed - dining, grocery, and the beach! We loved the antique style.
Submitted on Jul 27, 2020
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
We are so pleased that you and your mom enjoyed your stay at The Lavender House and to be a part of your surprise!
Lavender house in Pacific Grove
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great
Submitted on Jul 3, 2020
Pretty in Purple
by Delray Beach FL
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
My family of 5 heartily enjoyed our stay. We cooked our whole Thanksgiving feast in the kitchen, which was well-equipped. The home was renovated, but kept Victorian charm. Parking for 2 cars was doable, but further guests would find parking a challenge, so heads up!
We would be happy to stay here again!
Submitted on Dec 4, 2019
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you very much for the wonderful review of The Lavender House. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your Thanksgiving in the home and were able to make use of the well stocked kitchen. We look forward to your next visit to the area.