3712 Blue Skies ~ Walk to Downtown Carmel & Beach

Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
$602 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present Blue Skies! Home sleeps up to 6 guests

A classic Carmel cottage in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood, just blocks from downtown Carmel by-the-Sea, allows visitors to enjoy a peaceful retreat while at the same time providing easy access to superb shopping and dining.

This 1,620 sf, 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence, completely updated yet with traditional handcrafted touches throughout, harkens back to Carmel’s historic past while providing modern conveniences for guests.

A flagstone path leads to the front door, past Australian ferns and flax, with live oaks and Monterey pines giving graceful notes to the landscape. The split-level residence includes a kitchen, primary bedroom and living room above and two bedrooms below, and is pet-friendly.

The back yard has lovely new landscaping with a large Carmel stone fire pit which is perfect for relaxation and entertainment.

In addition to being within a few minutes’ walk of downtown Carmel by-the-Sea and a 10-minute walk to the ocean, the house is just a half hour by car from the natural beauty of Big Sur, 10 minutes from the world-class golf courses and restaurants of Pebble Beach® and 10 minutes from the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row.

The eclectic décor in autumn shades of moss green, brown, red and gold includes handmade furniture by the owners' son and original artwork by the owners’ daughter. Arts and Crafts style pieces blend with comfortable couches and chairs in the living room, arranged around the wood-burning Carmel stone fireplace with gas kindler to make a natural gathering point for friends and family. A 50-inch HDTV is mounted above the fireplace. There is an integrated entertainment system TV, DVD, internet, Apple TV with easy-to-use single console.

Large windows let in ample light, and wood floors can be found in the kitchen, dining room and living room. The kitchen includes new appliances in brushed nickel, as well as granite counter tops and stove back splash, a large, divided sink with pullout faucet, and a Thermador six-burner gas cook top. The farmhouse dining table seats six near a bay window. Well-equipped for extended stays!

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Upstairs, Bedroom #1 includes a king bed, large armoire with an HDTV, en suite bath with Jacuzzi tub, separate shower and a walk-in closet, as well as a private balcony with seating for two overlooking the back yard which is the perfect place for a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening. All bedrooms feature neutral-toned Berber carpeting and cloth Roman shades for windows which filter light and provide privacy.

The two bedrooms downstairs offer comfort and privacy. Bedroom #2 has two twin beds that can convert to a split king with foam topper, allowing for sleeping options and direct access to the grassy back yard through double French doors. Bedroom #3 has a queen bed. Each bedroom includes chairs and large closets. The bedrooms share a Jack and Jill style bathroom between them with tile floors and counter tops in addition to a large mirror and tub-shower combination with a steam shower.

Parking and storage for beach gear is available in a single-car garage next to the house. Two car maximum at this home, carpooling may be necessary.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome with pre-approval, an additional pet fee and a signed pet addendum.

This home is a monthly rental and we request that all nights of your stay are within the same calendar month. Some exceptions may be possible, with the approval of our team and the homeowner. Extended stays are often possible.

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!

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1620 Sq Ft (151 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Marina Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Video Library TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village Near A Hospital Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Tommy P.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 1, 2025

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a very enjoyable month in Carmel. As always, Sanctuary Vacation Rentals in an outstanding provider of excellent properties in the Monterey area. The general manager, Josh and his staff are responsive to ensure a great experience. We will always rent through Josh!The home was very well appointed and very comfortable for us and our guests. The only issue was the City of Carmel utility work ongoing in our area and several homes (next door and across the street) undergoing construction or major remodel. The street utility work seemed to be going on all over Carmel and was not just in our neighborhood. Additionally, the contractors were very courteous regarding their work schedules and noise abatement. The house was fabulous and the outdoor fire pit was a nice extra for cocktail hour in the late afternoon.

  • Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time at Blue Skies. My family loved that it was within walking distance to the stores, restaurants and beach although there is a bit of a hill once you pass Junipero. I appreciated the mini workout after the various pastries and amazing food, but it was a little harder for my parents. We love the outdoor area with the fire pit and spent a lot of time reading out there.

  • A guest from Hou....

    Submitted Jul 17, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Blue skies is close to town, has a wonderful outdoor fire pit with comfortable seating, and two of the bedrooms have king beds so it’s great choice for those who have friends coming to visit. The decor could use some updating but was certainly functional and the house could use a deep clean. I didn’t love the master bathroom toilet also doubling as the guest toilet the master BR is located on the main floor and is the only bathroom on that floor)however it wasn’t a big problem as we didn’t host gatherings at the house other than for those staying with us. Driveway parking was a bit challenging because of the hedges on both sides which made the space pretty narrow. Definitely would be easier for smaller cars than the SUV we were driving. Sanctuary rentals was responsive as always to issues which arose.

  • Stephen C.

    Submitted Dec 18, 2019

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great Home, great location, the staff at Sanctuary were great. This is our third time renting with Sanctuary and our second time renting Blue Skies and all we can say as it was fantastic.

  • Margaret R.

    Submitted Nov 3, 2019

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Thank you for making your lovely home available. And thank you Sanctuary Rentals for your responsiveness.The property was just as described, perfectly located, well appointed, great kitchen and cozy living area. We loved the balcony off the master bedroom and appreciated all the well prepared instructions.Hope to be back next year.

  • GARY M.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2018

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    This is a very nice property, and we enjoyed our stay. The house is very comfortable. The only recommendation we would have is the carpeting in the master bedroom is in need of replacement. Everything else in the home met our expectations.

  • shawn s.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2018

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    I rented Blue Skies for the month of December to enjoy the beautiful weather and other things Carmel has to offer. This home offered enough room for my kids to drop in and spend some time with me, and its beautiful backyard enable my dogs and I to launch onto multiple walks every day followed by naps in the afternoon sun. The home is amazing and very spacious. The master upstairs is terrific and its balcony enables a morning cup of coffee, serenity, and beautiful views. All the rooms are top rate and very comfortable. Add a first rate kitchen, dinning room, washer/dryer, and a few TVs and it spells a fantastic visit. For those new to Carmel, the location of Blue Skies also provides easy walking access to most of the town's great restaurants. I've been visiting and renting homes in Carmel for 20+ years and now Blues Skies is at the top of the list!! Shawn Sackman - Shingle Springs, CA January 3, 2018

  • bruce m.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2017

    Stayed Jun 1, 2017

    Superbly maintained home with ample room upstairs and down. Located on a quiet street (you can hear the waves crashing against the shore in the evening) within easy walking distance to downtown Carmel combined with quick access to Highway 1 for nearby shopping. Don Cherry Community Center is one block away, which provides some intimate entertainment options. Similarly, you're within easy walking distance of The famed Forest Theatre which features plays, musicals and feature films in a quaint outdoor setting. Property management company does a superb job of attending to all your needs/questions.

  • Molly m.

    Submitted Feb 2, 2017

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    My husband and I spent the month of July last summer at this very charming house in Carmel. We had a wonderful time. The house is almost like new inside with every needed convenience. One of the most important things for us, too, is that it's an easy 5. Minute walk to town and a nicely challenging 10 minute walk back. We love to walk to the Bruno's, the legendary all-purpose Carmel store, for the newspaper and croissants each morning. The house is exactly like it is pictured and is beautifully maintained and the kitchen had everything we needed. Candace, the manager, is extremely nice and helpful. We had a small problem with one of the kitchen lights and their maintenance man was there within the hour. I would recommend Blue Skies to anyone wanting to spend time in Carmel. It's lovely.

  • Andrea S.

    Submitted Jan 24, 2017

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Had an amazing time staying at this incredibly beautiful home in Carmel. It was the perfect getaway from home and walking distance to all the amazing shops and restaurants in downtown Carmel. We were just a close drive from the Pebble Beach Golf Course where we went to the AT&T Pro-AM Golf Tournament. I would recommend this vacation home to any family or couple looking for a lovely stay in the most beautiful city in CA!

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