Guest Reviews
★★★★★ 4.9 of 5 average
Great stay in Carmel
by Holladay UT
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a great visit to Carmel at this lovely home! It's a great location, the rooms are sunny and bright, and the hot tub and patio areas are wonderful.
Submitted on Apr 14, 2025
Very Comfortable House, Great Location
by York PA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We enjoyed our stay at Driftwood. The outdoor areas were lovely and very comfortably furnished. The location is wonderful, easy walk to beaches and not far from downtown. Management was very responsive and helpful. We hope to be back.
Submitted on Apr 8, 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!
Driftwood Dream
by Dallas TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
This was my second stay at Driftwood, and it was every bit as wonderful as the first. Driftwood is in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood. It's an easy walk to the beach or to town. The owners have anticipated everything one could want...a hot tub, a fire pit, streaming access to every service, luxury bedding, a cook's kitchen, and more. It feels like home, if home were a 5 star luxury hotel! Sanctuary is quick to respond to questions or concerns. Driftwood is a gem, and I look forward to staying here again!
Submitted on Feb 8, 2025
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks so much for your wonderful review! We're very glad you enjoyed your time here and look forward to your next stay!
Lovely!
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Lovely home. Wonderful stay!
Submitted on Dec 29, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Excellent property and location
by Detroit Lakes MN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a great stay with our four kids. close to the beach and town and the property was very well equipped with a nice welcome package of wine and some snacks.
Submitted on Nov 4, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you very much for your lovely review! We're so pleased you enjoyed your visit and look forward to having you stay with us again soon!
Beautiful House & Great Location
by Fort Worth TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The house had a great layout with fenced front and back yards. The kitchen had new appliances. There was plenty of closet space for a month stay with a family of four. The master bathroom was recently updated and was fantastic.
The home is less than a 10 minute walk to the Carmel Valley River Beach/end of Scenic Drive and about a 20 minute walk to Ocean Avenue.
We had an issue with the disposal and the management team handled it right away.
Would love to stay in this house again.
Submitted on Jul 31, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thanks so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your time here and look forward to your next stay!
Outstanding
by Shaker Heights OH
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great spaces to gather AND to have some privacy, house very well equipped, really nicely organized and helpful guides for how everything operates, we love to walk and could get everywhere in town, would definitely recommend to friends headed to Carmel
Submitted on May 17, 2024
Lovely Stay for Girls Weekend
by San Maeto CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a really nice stay here with 7 people. The bedrooms and living spaces are as described, and the space was very clean. Next time, we would consider bringing an air mattress for the bonus room (if your group does not want to share beds). We had no trouble parking 3 large cars. The location was unbeatable. Thanks for a great stay!
Submitted on Feb 26, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your next visit to the area.
perfect place to celebrate birthday
by Sacramento CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a fabulous visit to Carmel made perfect because of this property. Absolutely beautiful, clean and comfortable. Attention to every detail was evident from the moment we walked in The front door. It was an easy five minute walk to the ocean add five more minutes and we were in beautiful downtown Carmel. Once back at the property we enjoyed cocktails by the fire pit and later at night we enjoyed the hot tub.This was my fourth trip to the area in recent years and my first time at this location.. I will always choose this one in the future..
Submitted on Feb 18, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for the lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home and great location to everything Carmel! We look forward to your next visit.
Beautiful Carmel Home
by Piedmont CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Lovely home close to the beach and short drive to downtown Carmel. Lots of great amenities with comfortable beds and nice linens. The outside space was really nice. I have stayed at a lot of Carmel rentals and this one is one of the best.
Submitted on Jan 29, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for the lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your next visit to Driftwood.
Amazing stay at Driftwood Dec 2023!
by San Francisco CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The house was amazing. Just like photos. Such a great location, well stocked. very warm, cozy and home like. great outdoor space. could walk anywhere - downtown, the point, etc.
Submitted on Jan 2, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the home and the convenient location.
Perfect in a Pinch
by Dallas TX
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Overall Comment
We were so grateful to find this home in Carmel for a last minute itinerary change. The home is so full of natural light, and an easy 5-7 minute walk to the beach and 20 minute walk to Carmel-by-the-Sea shopping and dining. The kitchen was well-appointed, the outdoor spaces were serene, and the beds were comfy. Only disappointment was the mildew around the hot tub and primary bath skylight.
Submitted on Jan 2, 2024
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed the home overall, and we look forward to your next visit. We are having the maintenance team look after the mildew around the hot tub and the primary bath skylight.
Highly Recommend!
by South Jordan, UT
★★★★★ 5 of 5
The property was wonderful, with two garden areas. Clean, bright, and lots of light. We were very comfortable and enjoyed the hot tub and eating area in the back yard and the garden patio with the fountain and gas fireplace up front. Walking distance to both the shops and beach areas, as well as the Carmel Mission and the Mission Ranch. Highly recommend.
Submitted on Sep 29, 2023
through VRBO
Beautiful Home
by West Hollywood, CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Beautiful home, great location. Would definitely recommend.
Submitted on Sep 19, 2023
through AirBnB
We Will Be back!
by Edmond, OK
★★★★★ 5 of 5
This house was so well appropriated from the kitchen to outdoors. We loved being there. We had a slow drain and someone was there very quickly to fix the problem. The manager was thoughtful, kind and considerate. This trip was fabulous. We will be back!
Submitted on Sep 18, 2023
through VRBO
Great Experience
by San Anselmo CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
This was a great rental - well stocked and beautiful outside space. We will definitely be back!
Submitted on Sep 8, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your next visit.
Long Weekend in Carmel
by Denver CO
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We just spent a long weekend in this property celebrating a 60th birthday. The house was very cute and was spotless when we arrived. The house has several comfortable spots to hang out and relax both inside and out when you’re home. The location is perfect. It’s a short walk to a beautiful beach and a very easy walk into town. We walked to the Mission Ranch resort one night and had a great time having dinner on their patio. We loved our time at this property!
Submitted on Aug 30, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and the convenience of being able to walk everywhere. We look forward to your next visit.
Great Carmel Getaway
by Menlo Park CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
My daughter, and a few of her friends I had a wonderful stay there. Everything was well equipped, and furnished very nicely.
Submitted on Jul 24, 2023
Response from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Thank you for the lovely review. We are so pleased that everyone enjoyed their stay and we look forward to your next visit.
It Exceeded Our Expectations!
by Las Vegas, NV
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Our recent stay at this VRBO property was absolutely fantastic! From start to finish, everything about this rental exceeded our expectations. The attention to detail and the thoughtful gestures made our experience truly unforgettable. First and foremost, the communication with the host was exceptional. They were prompt, friendly, and incredibly helpful. Any questions or concerns we had were addressed promptly, making us feel valued and well taken care of even before our arrival. Upon entering the property, we were blown away by its immaculate cleanliness. It was evident that the hosts put a great deal of effort into maintaining a pristine environment. It felt as though we were the first guests to ever set foot in the house. The attention to cleanliness and hygiene provided us with peace of mind and allowed us to fully enjoy our stay. Furthermore, the thoughtful touches and amenities provided by the host truly made us feel welcome. From the bottle of wine left for us to enjoy to the abundance of towels and toiletries available, we felt like every detail had been carefully considered. It's these small gestures that go above and beyond that truly set this VRBO apart from others. The house itself was beautifully appointed, with a comfortable and stylish interior. The furnishings were of high quality, and the decor created a warm and inviting atmosphere. Every room had its own unique charm.
Submitted on Jul 12, 2023
through VRBO