Guest Reviews
★★★★★ 4.8 of 5 average
Any day on the beach is a good day
by Sacramento CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
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Submitted on Apr 4, 2025
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you! We look forward to your next visit!
Amazing Stay
by Hughson CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
It was great. It’s a great location, friendly staff, and comfortable place. We would definitely come to stay again and would recommend it to others.
Submitted on Feb 13, 2025
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your lovely review! We look forward to your next visit!
Wonderful beach side oasis
by Rye NY
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
We stayed at the Sand Dollar House on a trip up the California coast with our 4 boys. We loved the location - easy proximity to the beach and within a short drive of many activities we wanted to do in Monterey and further north. The views over the dunes were beautiful and the family space downstairs was great for sitting altogether.
Submitted on Jan 17, 2025
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks so much for your lovely review! We're very happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you visit us again soon!
December vacation
by San diego CA
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
Great location and amazing house for people to gather. Could be a little cleaner along with company being more communicative about these issues.
Submitted on Dec 24, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your kind review and important feedback! We'll let the Operations Team know about your concerns and correct them immediately. We hope to see you again soon!
Pleased
by Prather CA
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
The place was great, clean and supplied with everything. But Lacking: only 2 dish rags, lighting in kitchen was horrible, a little far of a walk with gear to beach. Still doable. Still had a blast. We want to go back in May or June, but are wanting a 4 bedroom.
Submitted on Aug 27, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your kind review and feedback! We hope we see you again soon!
You will not beat the view and beach access
by KATY TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The view from this property is absolutely phenomenal. Sipping wine as the sun sets and birds fly over? Very very hard to beat. Paired with easy access to the pristine beach, this is a great landing zone for people wishing to explore the area--or not. You'd be well entertained just staying in and watching the ocean.
However, this property is definitely showing its age; hot water runs out if two people shower at once, and both shower faucets are extremely finicky. (As in like, breathe on it in one direction and you go from cold to fire about 60 seconds later). However, if you're here to appreciate the natural beauty of the area, you'll not mind these issues and just soak in the beauty--cheers to the landscaper too!
Submitted on Jun 15, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks so much for your great review! We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you with us again soon! We will let our Operations Team look into the hot water/shower issues!
Quiet and restorative stay
by Central Point OR
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Even the drive up to the community made us understand that this stay was going to be good for the soul. The secluded, quiet, and safe neighborhood was second only to the views. We could hear the ocean from nearly every room, and the view from the primary bedroom was indescribable!
Submitted on Apr 6, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for the lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and the fabulous beach side location. We look forward to your next visit.
Monterey
by Ramsey MN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Cute beach house, amazing view
Submitted on Mar 20, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for the wonderful review!
Everything you need at a great location!
by SAN RAFAEL CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We loved staying at this adorable beach condo that is equipped with everything you can possibly need. The location was a great spot for our adventure to Pinnacles and Monterey!!
Submitted on Mar 13, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home and we look forward to your next visit.
Beautiful views
by San Francisco CA
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
Monterey Dunes is an incredibly relaxing and beautiful place to stay. This house had everything we needed. Comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, three bathrooms and bedrooms. Only con was that the info stated they would try to accommodate early check-in or late check-out if you ask in advance. I asked repeatedly and was told each time to ask at a later time (a couple days before, then the afternoon before, then 30 minutes before check in - what's the point?) They also couldn't accommodate an 11am check-out, even though the house wasn't booked until the next day. They said the cleaners would arrive at 10:30 but we left later than that and they weren't there. I feel they can work on this accommodation. Having 4pm check-in and 10am check-out is less accommodating than I'd expect when paying over $1,000 a day.
Submitted on Jan 1, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your review. We apologize that you felt the checkout and check in times are too restrictive. I have reached out to the Operations Team to get clarification as to why a 'later' checkout was not approved. Otherwise we are pleased that you enjoyed the home and all of its amenities. We look forward to your next visit.
Sand dollar House Review
by Meadow Vista Ca
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
We very much enjoyed our stay at the Sand Dollar House. The location is wonderful with fabulous sea views, right on the sand dunes near the beach. Sanctuary Vacation Rentals were very professional, and we appreciated the welcomed gifts of wine and cheese and crackers. The property was very clean and well equipped, including coffee and popcorn.
The houses in this development are all older style homes and are showing their age to some degree. The master bedroom has an opening to the living room below which can be a disadvantage; any noise or light from the downstairs area will be noticed.
Overall though, we would definitely recommend this home for a stay at the beach.
Submitted on Nov 22, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay overall and we look forward to your next visit to the area.
This is a Beautiful Home IN the Dunes!
by Chico, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
This is a beautiful home IN the dunes! It really is a lovely surrounding and we found the house to be very comfortable. It was well equipped and roomy enough for 7 adults. Very relaxing, quiet, safe area.
Submitted on Jun 22, 2023
through VRBO
One of the Best Rentals We Have Stayed at in the Colony
by Sunnyvale, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
We really enjoy staying at Monterey Dunes each year. This rental is well furnished, and with good thoughtful supplies. One of the best rentals we have stayed at the colony.
Submitted on Jun 22, 2023
through VRBO
You Can Hear the Waves
by San Francisco, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Stunning place facing the beach. You can hear the waves. Great for kids, the pool, tennis and basketball courts were very nice. Nice touch from the host who left Wine and Cheese to welcome us.
Submitted on Jun 20, 2023
through AirBnB
Great For Kids!
by San Francisco, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Stunning place facing the beach. You can hear the waves. Great for kids, the pool, tennis and basketball courts were very nice. Nice touch from the host who left Wine and Cheese to welcome us.
Submitted on Jun 19, 2023
through AirBnB
A very nice setup in Monterey Dunes Colony :)
by Sunnyvale CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
A well furnished home, and it was very inviting with logs, coffee, and even wine, cheese & crackers. :)
We had a wonderful time on our stay! :)
Submitted on Jun 17, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your review - we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay.
We Loved Staying Here
by Chesterfield, MO
★★★★★ 5 of 5
We loved staying here—two families with school age kids. It was incredibly comfortable and so close to the beach. We were out every day! Enjoyed the community hot tub as well. It had one of the best stocked kitchen with everything you need for cooking, practical items like washer, dryer, beach towels, extra blankets were all easily available. There was not one item we needed that we didn’t find! The views and beauty of the property were even better than the listing photos! We also really enjoyed the grill and private front yard area—again great for kids and for enjoying the weather.
Submitted on May 4, 2023
through VRBO
Great Place to Stay!
by Bloomington, MN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
This is a great property, well kept and amazing location!
Submitted on Apr 25, 2023
through VRBO
Great place for families!
by San Francisco CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We arrived with 5 adults and two children (10 & 3) for a very enjoyable Spring Break experience at Sand Dollar House. The house was spotlessly clean, fully equipped for both cooking and entertainment and was closely adjacent to the heated pool, hot tub, and sports area. In addition it sits on the dunes close to the beach and water. A lovely place to stay, with beautiful views, comfortable bedrooms, a washer/dryer and many other amenities. We also had contact with the Sanctuary Vacation staff, who were very responsive and helpful. We are definitely going to plan additional stays at this property.
Submitted on Apr 14, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home and the fabulous location. We look forward to your next visit to Moss Landing!
Three generation get away!
by Wabasso MN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The beach location is quiet and fascinating! We saw lots of marine life including whales!!!
Submitted on Mar 13, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for the lovely review. Whales - yay! We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Serenity now!
by Edgewater MD
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Calm and serene place on the bay! 3 friends reconnecting after pandemic. Beautiful vista, lovely beach strolls.
Submitted on Oct 1, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your review, we are pleased you were able to reconnect in such a beautiful setting.
Girls Trip in late April
by Santa Clara CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a wonderful time staying at the Sand Dollar House this past weekend! The house was clean and well equipped for our group, and we had such a wonderful time. We loved walking along the sand in the mornings and kayaking in the slough nearby. I also loved that it was such a short drive from the Bay Area!
Submitted on May 3, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks so much for your lovely review. We are so pleased that you and your group enjoyed the home and the fabulous beachside location.
Fantastic ...
by Witham St Hughs
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Beautiful house, airy large rooms as well as cozy and welcoming - well equipped with everything and spotlessly clean - wonderful location, direct access to the dunes. Each dwelling has an exclusive private view due. We had an exceptional time with walks along the beach and stunning pacific sunsets. We will be returning.
Submitted on Apr 11, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are pleased that you enjoyed the homes and the amazing access to the beach. We look forward to your next stay!
Perfect restful getaway
by Clovis CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
From the moment I opened the gate I knew our stay would be amazing.The patio and the house were perfectly equipped with all the necessary appliances and furniture that fit our needs. We were greeted with a beautiful tray of wine ,apple cider, crackers and cheese with a personal note. The house was immaculate and so comfortable, we slept in , played on the beach, and just enjoyed every day we spent there as a family. Wonderful memories were made once again. We’ve been guests of Monterey Dunes for 35 years , we’ll continue.The staff began reaching out to me 1 week week prior to our stay and continued once we arrived to assure all our needs were met. Thank you for making our stay so amazing.
Submitted on Mar 31, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home and all of the little touches. We look forward to welcoming your family back once again in the near future.
Absolutely perfect
by Rohnert Park CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
I have visited this location many times as I was growing up, just in different units. This was well maintained, nicely decorated, and quite comfortable. The vie from the Master is INCREDIBLE. We can’t wait to come back
Submitted on Mar 14, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and were able to enjoy the home. We look forward to your next visit.
Great unit!
by Palo Alto CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We've been coming to Monterey Dunes for over 30 years. This unit is really well appointed. Kitchen has everything. Glassware for more than 3 bedrooms worth. Upstairs view is great. Deck chairs are fun.
Submitted on Feb 23, 2022
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks very much for your lovely review of your recent stay. We are happy you enjoyed the home and all the little touches. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
The Beach Is Right Out Back!
by Granite Bay, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Great location and the layout of the house was great for our family birthday weekend. The weather was beautiful which allowed us to take nice walks on the beach which is right out back.
Submitted on Feb 14, 2022
through VRBO
Great place to vacation
by San Francisco CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great location for a beach vacation. The beach is right outside the door and the house was comfortable and clean. Close to Monterey but away from the crowds. Everything you could want to enjoy a few days.
Submitted on Dec 19, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for the lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home and the fabulous beach location.
Incredible stay!
by San Luis Obispo CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Wow!! What an incredible home!! This rental had everything and more! The location is so hidden, it makes for such a relaxing stay. You can walk right out to your own private beach! Not only was this house beautiful, but it was also so welcoming. It had every single gadget you could need in the kitchen. It had nice beds, a comfy couch, & a BEAUTIFUL dining setup. We will definitely be returning.
Submitted on Nov 30, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your lovely review of your recent stay. We are so happy you enjoyed the home and all the extra touches. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Great spot!
by Sacramento CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a great time! The host was easy to deal with and was accessible for the question or two we had. The location is priceless and the property is very well maintained. WE would stay here again! Thank you!
Submitted on Nov 24, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your kind review! We are pleased you enjoyed the home and the fabulous beach location. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Wonderfully Relaxing!
by Rancho Murieta CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Beautiful home to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. Wonderfully located on a quiet stretch of beach between Monterrey and Moss Landing. House had everything we needed, was comfortable and cozy.
Submitted on Nov 8, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for the lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home and the great beachside location.
A lovely, relaxing getaway!
by Santa Clara CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The house is comfortable, clean, well supplied and in a perfect location. We met the housekeepers when we checked in and they were kind and gracious.
Submitted on Nov 8, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your lovely review. We are pleased you enjoyed the home and the amazing location.
Great vacation!
by Roseville CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great location and property; good for family gathering. Right on the beach.
Submitted on Nov 3, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for the review, we are so pleased that you and your family enjoyed the home and the great location.
Perfect Retreat
by Encincas CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great stay. Love the welcome tray with wine, cheese and crackers which sets a very welcome mood. Staff were excellent in communicating if we might need anything.
Love the bedding and used the robes that were provided. Felt spa like. Hope to return next year.
Submitted on Oct 31, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your wonderful review of your recent stay. We are pleased you enjoyed the home and we look forward to your next visit.
Peaceful Retreat
by SAN JOSE CA
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
This was our third stay and it was lovely as always. The only issue we had, upon arriving for our 4:00 pm check-in we had to wait an additional hour for the house to be cleaned due to the previous guests being incredibly messy. This was disappointing after sitting in traffic with a cranky toddler. But the home is truly lovely, we appreciate the owners making it so welcoming.
Submitted on Oct 13, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your review and we do apologize for the delay in getting you into the home. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your next visit to the area.
Beautiful coastal retreat
by Elk Grove CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Very nice oceanfront unit with plenty of bedrooms and baths. Kitchen had everything we needed. This hosts were awesome and kept in touch to make sure we were having a great time - which we did!
Submitted on Sep 23, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review of your recent stay, we are so pleased you enjoyed your time in the home and how well appointed the home is. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Perfection!
by Studio City CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! This unit had a wonderful open concept type layout with the outdoor deck as a main focus. The view was incredible from the master bedroom. Everything was provided from extra shampoo bottles to coffee grounds to duraflame logs for the fireplace. They thought of everything to make us feel at home and comfortable. We can't wait to stay here again soon!
Submitted on Sep 8, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review of your recent stay. We are pleased you loved the home and it's amazing location. We look forward to your next visit!
Great spot
by Los Altos CA
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
Wonderful place for two families with young children to spend a week. Quiet, clean, with ample parking and access to pool and beach. Comfortable beds and well-equipped kitchen. We made quick trips to town for groceries and takeout, and had easy access to Monterey Car Week activities. We had everything we wanted, except for the sun (60 degrees was the high the whole week). The 4-yr-old is already planning to move to Sand Dollar House permanently. :)
Submitted on Aug 17, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your wonderful review of your recent stay at the Sand Dollar House. We agree the location is perfect for a family getaway and we are pleased you enjoyed the well equipped kitchen. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Beautiful secluded location
by Moon Twp PA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great condo with all the amenities you could need. Loved the location and short walk to the beach. Enjoyed the wine and a beautiful sunset.
Submitted on Jul 24, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review - we are so happy you enjoyed your stay!
Comfortable home
by San Mateo CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Love the patio with lots of seating and new gas grill. The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and utensils for people like us who love to cook. Thanks for multiple coffee making options and a great toaster, too! The bedding is wonderful. Not only tasteful colors, but great feeling comforters and sheets. Appreciate the beach/pool/hot tub towels. Not mentioning the dunes and ocean view because that's why we come to these units - it's so incredible especially to watch the sunset. Thank you.
Submitted on Jun 30, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your fabulous review of your recent stay at the Sand Dollar House. Yes, the home is wonderfully appointed and the amazing location to the beach makes this home ideal. We look forward to your next visit to the area.
Lands End
by Santa Barbara CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Really lovely place with a beach you would never imagine exists on the california coast. Beautiful and while we were there (during the week), completely isolated. Loved it!!!
Submitted on Jun 21, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your lovely review of your recent stay. We agree the beach location is perfect and we look forward to your next visit to the area.
Perfect getaway
by Los Altos Hills CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We've been staying in Monterey Dunes for years. This was a well appointed unit with everything we needed.
Submitted on Jun 13, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks very much for your review of your recent stay at the Sand Dollar House - we look forward to your next visit to the area.
Nice property and location, location, location
by El Sobrante CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great location and beautiful view. We loved the two master suites and the walking distance from the beach. Very nice property although we found the kitchen fully furnished but too small for two families.
Submitted on Jun 2, 2021
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks for your lovely review of your recent stay at Sand Dollar House. We are pleased you enjoyed the great location for this home and look forward to your next visit to the area.