5.0
carmel
Overall Comment
My daughter and I rented this unit after my husband and I had rented the smaller unit a few years ago. This unit was much nicer and comfortable. Very enjoyable.
Submitted by Santa Rosa CA on Apr 25, 2025
5.0
perfect location! ok accommodations.
Overall Comment
We spent three nights here on a trip through California. Our family of five was comfortable with two people in the two queen beds and one on the pull out. The location was amazing...walk through a sushi restaurant outdoor seating and enjoy jasmine vining up a staircase. Quaint dutch door upon entry. I misinterpreted the picture - there is no balcony to sit outside, but restaurants are steps away. The inside was a little worn - wall scuffs/chips, worn flooring, old bathroom; but the location was unbeatable. We parked a few blocks away in neighborhood. No washer - this was marked two different ways in the listing. And, not the most well appointed kitchenette. Would have loved a toaster! A few reviews mentioned temperature. We were very comfortable with the inside temp. - the apt heated up significantly during the day and we used the dutch door to let out the heat we didn't need. Beach towels and chairs available and about a 10-15 min walk to the beach.
Submitted by Kohler WI on Apr 10, 2025
5.0
delightful in every way!
Overall Comment
The Madden Suite was delightful in every way. We loved our stay. The location is great. The Suite was comfortable, clean and very nicely done. The small kitchen had everything we needed. Thank you for the complimentary wine and cheese. We will definitely book again.
Submitted by anchorage AK on Apr 01, 2025
4.0
great place but no dresser or drw space
Overall Comment
This is a great place to stay; it has a great location, it's well-cared for, and the furniture is comfortable. The only issues are that there is no dresser or draw space for cloths, which is a problem if you are there for more than a day or two. The heating is also a small problem. However its a great base to hang on at.
Submitted by NA NA on Feb 17, 2025
5.0
great stay
Overall Comment
We had a great time at this rental! It was very cute and well equipped. The best part is the location, we happened to be within a 2 minute walk of all of the places we had booked to eat at (stationary, cultura, hogs breath, Casanova), it was so convenient! The company was great to work with. Place was super clean.
Submitted by San Diego CA on Jan 28, 2025
4.0
fabulous central location
Overall Comment
Loved the ease of this location. Park and walk to everything! Carmel is very walkable. Great two bedroom- could use more storage space for clothes. Floors really need to be updated. But overall a great rental. Enjoyed the wine and cheese and crackers upon arrival.
Submitted by Palm Harbor FL on Oct 31, 2024
4.0
daugher birthday celebration
Overall Comment
Amazing location in the heart of everything in downtown Carmel
Submitted by Daytona Beach FL on Jul 29, 2024
5.0
the madden suite was sweet!
Overall Comment
Outstanding experience! My wife, daughter and her trusty hound were very comfortable in the Madden Suite. Initially thought noise might be an issue from the courtyard below, but it was not a problem at all. If you like walking Carmel, the Madden Suite is in a perfect location. All the shops and restaurants are within easy range and the beach is a nice early morning trek that the dog and I enjoyed immensely. Highly recommend the Madden Suite!
Submitted by NA NA on Jul 02, 2024
5.0
fabulous apartment in carmel
Overall Comment
Excellent location in the heart of Carmel! Would highly recommend this quaint apartment.
Submitted by Koloa HI on Apr 29, 2024
5.0
very nice
Very nice and in the center of town.
Submitted by Reno, NV on Oct 02, 2023
through VRBO
5.0
would stay there again in a heartbeat!
The team at Sanctuary was so nice and accommodating. They had an inspector fall ill, but were quickly able to help us get into the place regardless and sent two people to help us with anything we needed. The price was well worth the spot, I would stay there again in a heartbeat!
Submitted by Laguna Niguel, CA on Sep 26, 2023
through AirBnB
5.0
really enjoyed staying at this property
We really enjoyed staying at this property. The location is within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the beach.
Submitted by Greensboro, NC on Sep 17, 2023
through VRBO
5.0
we were so happy here
Beautiful and comfortable and peaceful. We were so happy here - every detail felt perfect to us and we had relaxing days. Smack bang in the middle of the idyllic town. The best!
Submitted by West L.A., CA on Sep 12, 2023
through AirBnB
5.0
beautiful suite in a beautiful town
Overall Comment
Carmel is one of our favorite towns in America. It was great to explore this slice of paradise without having to drive anywhere. We parked our car for 3 days and walked to all of our favorite shops and the beach. Thank you for making our visit memorable. This suite was clean and had everything we needed. We highly recommend it to all.
Submitted by Laguna Niguel CA on Sep 10, 2023
4.0
stayat madden suite
Overall Comment
We had a nice return to the Madden Suite for a second year. It was clean, spacious, and a great central location. This year the hot water in the kitchentte was not working which made doing dishes difficult. The management company was professional and prompt, but the issue was never resolved during our stay. The WIFI then went out for a day unexpectedly, which was inconvenient, but ultimately resolved. Lastly, the kitchenette and all of the kitchen supplies are great, though the reality is that it's very hard to cook and clean in that area (no place for dishes to dry). There is very little counter space and inconsistent kitchen tools. Best to order in lunch and dinner.
Submitted by Falmouth ME on Aug 07, 2023
5.0
one of our favorite rentals so far!
We stayed here for our elopement wedding. Very nice flat right in the heart of Carmel. One of our favorite rentals so far!
Submitted by Tampa, FL on Jul 03, 2023
through AirBnB
5.0
we had a grest time
This is really clean and convenient place. The whole family had a great time.
Submitted by Chapel Hill, NC on Jun 28, 2023
through AirBnB
5.0
beautiful cottage
Beautiful cottage located in the heart of Carmel.
Submitted by I. Robertsson on Jun 20, 2023
through AIRBnB
5.0
could not be better
Top location in Carmel. could not be better. It was easy to find overnight parking 2 blocks away. Everything is in good working order, condo is spacey and nice. There is an outdoors staircase to climb which was not a problem for us. One of the bedrooms is not sound isolated towards the living room but again not a problem for us. The kitchen is tiny and there are few utensils, no dishwasher or drying rack because there is no space for these.
Submitted by Davis, CA on Jun 14, 2023
through AirBnB
5.0
the property is beautiful!
Beautiful cottage located in the heart of Carmel.
Submitted by San Jose, CA on Jun 14, 2023
through AirBnB
5.0
great place in the heart of carmel.
Overall Comment
We stayed in the Madden Suite and had a wonderful time. The suite is very comfortable and in a great location.
Submitted by Ann Arbor MI on May 10, 2023
5.0
clean and comfortable
This apartment is in a super convenient location right downtown Carmel, clean and comfortable.
Submitted by Ann Arbor, MI on May 09, 2023
through AirBnB
5.0
this place is wonderful
This unit was perfectly adequate for our stay in Carmel and we appreciated the property managers efforts to make us comfortable. If you want to stay in the bustle of Carmel, but still have a bit of quiet. This place is wonderful.
Submitted by Boston, MA on May 01, 2023
through VRBO
5.0
we loved staying at your place!
Thank you Emily, we loved staying at your place!
Submitted by Holly Springs, NC on Apr 14, 2023
through VRBO
5.0
3796 the madden suite
Overall Comment
If you want to park the car and walk, this is the prefect Carmel experience. All the places we had made reservations for were 5 minutes away; all the brunch places were 5 minutes away and the beach was a 10-minute walk.
Fully stocked kitchen and the wine and cheese with crackers when we arrived was a nice touch. Bring a Duraflame if you wish, the fireplace is operational.
Next time we have out of state guests, we will definitely try to book this place.
Xtra Bonus Points: Go down the stairs, take a left, go through the passage and you will stumble upon a perfect pub.
Thank you for a great experience.
Submitted by San Francisco CA on Apr 13, 2023
5.0
romantic getaway in carmel
Overall Comment
This place served as the perfect place to spend our engagement weekend in Carmel - conveniently located close to town and the beach, as well as very cozy and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Submitted by San Francisco CA on Mar 21, 2023
5.0
center of town
Overall Comment
Great location, clean with all the amenities.
Submitted by Fresno CA on Mar 05, 2023
5.0
great place to stay in carmel!
Overall Comment
Our stay at the Madden Suite was great! Once we found it... tucked down the alley, behind the sushi place Toro, we were greeted by a cozy little apartment. The wood burning fireplace was wonderful, but didn't draft terribly well, which might require opening a window or door a bit to help it out. Although on a cold winter night, that's a tough double edged sword to play with. The beds were cozy and comfortable too, but the best feature, is that you're right in the middle of Carmel. If I were going back to Carmel, I'd stay there again though, and recommend it.
Submitted by Wilmington NC on Dec 27, 2022
5.0
beautiful property, great location
Overall Comment
The flat is located in the perfect spot for exploring Carmel. We loved the cottage style, it was cute and cosy!
Submitted by San Francisco CA on Nov 19, 2022
5.0
perfection in carmel
Overall Comment
It was perfect in every way. Easy to deal with, better than expected, and just wonderful. Can't recommend it highly enough!
Submitted by Studio City CA on Nov 02, 2022
5.0
perfect location
Overall Comment
A very cute cozy 2 bedroom apt , perfect location to walk to all the great Carmel amenities!!!! Loved it ❤️��
Submitted by arlington TX on Sep 24, 2022
5.0
great stay!
Overall Comment
It was clean, comfy, and cozy. Thanks for a great stay!!
Submitted on Jul 27, 2022
5.0
great property, right in the heart of carmel
Overall Comment
Great location, very nice property. I would absolutely stay here again.
Submitted by Houston TX on Jul 20, 2022
5.0
best location, best staff!
Overall Comment
The property was exactly as described. Parking is much easier than you think! Two blocks away to 24 hour on street parking. Missing items were quickly attended to by the Sanctuary staff. The shower is a little wonky....leaks water. But the beds are incredibly comfortable...towels, robes, everything you could need for your stay are included!!
Submitted by BELLEVUE WA on Jun 22, 2022
5.0
what a wonderful find!
What a wonderful find! This unit was perfect in every way. Great location, beautiful furnishings and amenities. The unit was clean and well stocked with essentials. It was quiet, restful, and packed with the charm of Carmel. And the secret entrance to The Hog's Breath was a fun find! Can't wait to return!
Submitted by Franklin, TN on Feb 15, 2022
through AIR BNB
5.0
simply incomparable - what a find!
Overall Comment
Completely blown away by this amazing place smack in the center of town. Leaving the door open at night while ordering great sushi (from popular Toro restaurant below) perched from above with fire burning in a warm ambience was a highlight. Great beds and bedding too. We wish we could have stayed forever!
Submitted on Feb 09, 2022
5.0
can’t beat the location.
Can’t beat the location. Wonderful Sushi restaurant below. Easy to find residential parking a couple blocks away. Just a great visit!
Submitted by Benecia, CA on Feb 03, 2022
through AIR BNB
5.0
lots of character and charm!
Great location to walk everywhere. Lots of character and charm. Great experience and loved working with Sanctuary Vacation Rentals!!
Submitted by Dallas, TX on Feb 01, 2022
through AIR BNB
5.0
carmel charmer in perfect location
Overall Comment
The Madden Suite is a Carmel Charmer in a Perfect Location. Beds are comfy. Kitchen is well appointed. Living area is spacious with a lovely working fireplace.
Submitted by Baton Rouge LA on Jan 03, 2022
5.0
perfect location, very cozy, great hosts!
Overall Comment
My family of 4 (kids are 5 and 3) really enjoyed staying here! Great location for walking to beach, restaurant, shops. Appreciated the responsiveness of hosts and the welcome wine and cheese! Would definitely love to stay here again during our next visit to Carmel.
Submitted by Mukilteo WA on Oct 30, 2021
5.0
in the heart of carmel
Overall Comment
A wonderful experience, the apartment is located in the heart of Carmel, right in the middle of restaurants, tasting rooms, shops, cafes, everything. Beautiful space, tons of light, big fireplace. Would definitely recommend.
Submitted by Lawndale CA on Oct 26, 2021
5.0
charming, comfortable stay
Overall Comment
The apartment is quintessential Carmel. The exterior is something out of a storybook with the courtyard entrance and half door. The beds were super comfy. The place was spotless. The kitchenette was tight so not much cooking could be done but great for breakfast and coffee in the morning. It can be a little loud in the morning so we kept the windows closed. My only complaint is the lack of response via text messages from the rental company. If they use text messaging, they should have someone ready to respond. My text messages were also during business hours so no excuse there. Overall, a very lovely stay. We will be back.
Submitted by Stanford CA on Aug 11, 2021
5.0
family fun in a perfect location
Overall Comment
The Madden Suite was very comfortable for our family of four. (We were thrilled we could have our dog with us too!) The location is incredible with great restaurants so close — loved the secret passage to Hog’s
Breath and Toro has delicious sushi right downstairs! The kitchen is well-stocked, but we didn’t end up cooking much as the sink is tiny and there is no dishwasher. We were on vacation, so that was fine with us! The beds were comfortable and everything was very clean.
We found street parking pretty easily in the 2 hour spots. It worked out fine because we were out and about most days. We felt like locals exploring Carmel-by-the-Sea staying in this rental. Just what we were looking for!
Submitted by Lake Forest CA on Jul 27, 2021
5.0
charming apartment for carmel weekend
Overall Comment
We had a great over I stay would have gladly stayed longer. The kitchen we surprisingly well stocked for its small size. Bedrooms were comfortable - these were the best beds I’ve experienced at a rental. It was a little difficult to get upstairs past outdoor diners (due to Covid) with our bags. But otherwise this was a perfect place right downtown.
Submitted by Half Moon Bay CA on Jun 15, 2021
5.0
great place in the middle of town
Overall Comment
We had a fantastic time visiting Carmel. The unit was very clean and a perfect size for a family.
Submitted by San Francisco CA on Feb 22, 2021
5.0
perfection
Overall Comment
The unit is impeccable and it is obvious great thought was put into the needs of guests. The location is ideal as it is walking distance to town and the beach. The perfect place to get work done (wi-fi connection was fast and reliable) and also relax. It could not have been any more perfect.
Submitted on Jan 22, 2021
5.0
madden suite visit jan '21
Overall Comment
A wonderful couple of days in Carmel. The Madden Suite is the perfect getaway location with an unbelievably good location in the center of Carmel, yet hidden away enough to be incredibly tranquil.The suite has been beautifully fitted out and the owners have done a fantastic job of utilising space. The apartment feels cozy but there are spaces to separate from your family as required! We will be back!
Submitted by Tiburon CA on Jan 18, 2021
4.0
charming
Overall Comment
Overall we had a good stay here. The property feels spacious and the location is unbeatable. The housekeeping staff does not wash the dishes between guests and instead relies on the previous guest to have washed their dishes thoroughly. In our case the previous guest had not washed the dishes well and there was dried food on most of the dishes. There is no dishwasher, as advertised, but the kitchen sink is TINY, it's the size of a wet bar sink. Don't plan on doing any major cooking here because the pans won't fit in the sink. The previous guest had also opened all the coffee packets, the kind that goes in a drip basket, and then realized there was no drip coffee maker, and put the packets back. I don't get the feeling that the cleaning staff looks very carefully at the kitchen area.
The rooms are all a good size and the beds are very comfortable. The water pressure in the shower is very low and the bathroom door doesn't close all the way (1" gap) but it has double sinks and is well equipped. There are small electric wall heaters in the living room and bedrooms. You really have to crank them up to get the whole house warm due to the high ceilings. The walls to the bedrooms don't go all the way up to the ceiling so the heaters are really just trying to heat one large space and they're not quite powerful enough if it's really cold.
Overall, it's a great place to stay, just don't plan on cooking anything and order takeout from one of the many restaurants nearby.
Submitted by Redwood City CA on Dec 03, 2020