3796 The Madden Suite

Nightly Rental

Carmel

2 Bedrooms

1 Full Bathroom

5 Guests

4.9

3796 The Madden Suite - Exceptionally Large Historic Flat, Walk Everywhere!

About the property

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!


Features & amenities

  • Bath and Shower Amenities
  • Beach Towels Provided
  • Dog Friendly - With Limitations
  • Drip Coffee Maker
  • Filtered Drinking Water
  • Fireplace - Wood Burning
  • Free Internet / Wifi
  • Kitchenette
  • Levels - All One Level Inside
  • Levels - Many Stairs on Property
  • Location - Carmel by the Sea
  • Location - Downtown
  • No Smoking Property
  • No Dishwasher
  • Quality Bed and Bath Linens
  • Street Parking
  • TV with Cable Service
  • Walk to Beach
  • Walk to Downtown
  • Walk to Restaurants
  • Pack-n-Play (No Linens)
  • See also Standard Amenities page

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4.9 (48 reviews)

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

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