3902 Pacific Zen - Stunning Oceanfront Luxury Home

Carmel, California
$2795 avg/night
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 7

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 14

Max Sleeps

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present a stunning oceanfront home... Pacific Zen! This home sleeps up to 10 adults and 4 children.

Situated in the Carmel Meadows area on the south end of Carmel along a secluded stretch of Carmel Bay with easy access to Ribera Beach, this 6 bedroom, 7.5 bath architectural masterpiece offers outstanding panoramic views of the ocean and nearby Point Lobos.

Designed by acclaimed architect Daniel Piechota, who notably apprenticed with MickeyMuenning as a contributing architect for Post Ranch Inn. Exposed concrete walls, breath-taking wooden ceiling and walls of glass windows set this 8,300 sf home apart.

Living Spaces
Enter on the upper level and descend the first of two impressive staircases to reach the main level. The grand entrance with its soaring barrel-vaulted ceiling of Alaskan Yellow Cedar and towering walls of glass framing breathtaking views of the Point Lobos coastline make for the perfect setting for the open concept living and dining rooms. Two gas fireplaces are available to add ambience on cool nights.
A lower-level, sunken family room has a TV with Apple TV , library and access to the back patio area.
Also on the lower level is a Theater Room with a large projection screen, Apple TV and reclining sofas lined up on two levels. A nearby wet bar with ice maker, microwave and toaster oven is the perfect place to grab some snacks during the intermission.

Kitchen and Dining
The immaculate gourmet kitchen is set up for entertaining in style with a handsome paneled refrigerator with four separate freezer drawers, two islands, 2 sinks, a 6 burner stove top with grill and griddle features, double ovens and two warming drawers, not to mention another fridge out in the garage.
An adjacent large round dining table seats 8+ and all these spaces enjoy panoramic ocean views through paneless floor-to-ceiling windows.
The upper level deck has a view like no other and is full of lounge chairs that will draw you outside.
A convenient half-bath is located near the upper level living spaces.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
On the main living level, Bedroom #1 is a primary suite which shares the same west-facing stunning view and can be transformed into a cozy private escape with sliding doors. The suite contains a fireplace, an expansive closet and his and her bathrooms with showers. Also inside the suite is a workspace with a desk, desk chair and a twin daybed perfect for naps or a sleeping option for a child.

Step out onto the small, protected courtyard near the kitchen to find the propane BBQ grill, a bistro table and two chairs, and find the separate entrance to two bedrooms.
Bedrooms #2 and #3 each have a king bed and access to a Jack and Jill style bathroom with shower-over-soaking tub.

Head downstairs using an opulent staircase to find the theater room, family room and more bedrooms.
Bedrooms #4 and #5 sit on opposite sides of the family room. They each have a king bed and an en suite bathroom with shower.
Bedroom #6 has a queen bed, a bunk bed (twin up, twin down) and a separate twin bed with an optional pull-out trundle for a total of four twin beds, all suitable for children, and an en suite bathroom with a shower.
A full bathroom with a shower-over-tub combination is located near the theater room and the dedicated laundry room with washer, dryer and a utility sink.

Carmel River Beach Trail access is directly out thru the back gate.

Over-sized two-car garage has two electric vehicle (Tesla EV) chargers, an extra refrigerator and space for storing bikes, golf clubs, etc.
Off-street parking is available in the driveway for several cars.

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.

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. 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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  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    On 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

    6 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 8300 Sq Ft (771 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • 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

    7.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Marina Nearby Sailing Nearby Whale Watching Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near The Bay Near The Ocean Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    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 : 14

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Vida S.

    Submitted Dec 5, 2025

    Stayed Dec 2, 2025

    Absolutely stunning home, gardens and views! Also extremely neat, clean and hospitable. Great location as well.

  • Edward W.

    Submitted Nov 15, 2025

    Stayed Nov 5, 2025

    The house is even better than the pictures, the view is unbelievable and the access to the beach makes you never want to leave!

  • john s.

    Submitted Nov 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 31, 2025

    excellent house/location, definitely be back

  • Brian P.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2025

    Stayed Oct 22, 2025

    Electrical issues downstairs. Otherwise excellent.

  • Julie W.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2025

    Stayed Oct 6, 2025

    Beautiful home in a great location with a fantastic view!

  • Duane D.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2025

    Stayed Sep 14, 2025

    The property was immaculate with spectacular interior design and breathtaking exterior views. Everything worked well and the house was stocked with essentials. 10/10

  • Angela A.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    Such a beautiful home!! We loved our endless views and walks along the waters edge so much!We will be returning for sure!!!

  • Barry W.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    Beautiful property overlooking Point Lobos and the beach while offering privacy.

  • Anamarie T.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 15, 2025

    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: The pictures do not do this house or its views justice. Our family of 12 absolutely loved Pacific Zen! It was perfect in every way. The views are spectacular and the home is well thought out with ample room for all. Having beach access from that backyard was the icing on the cake. Everything was clean and just as it appears in the listing, only better. If I had to nitpick, I would just comment that all of the pillows in the bedrooms could be softer and note that it doesn’t seem that the AC in the bunk room cools. The temperature was fine but it would have been nice to cool it further at night. These are just very minor details though considering how wonderful everything else was. At the title states, Pacific Zen was a huge success and we look forward to returning in the future!

  • Kristin A.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed May 5, 2025

    WOW! What a treat to enjoy a majestic property on the ocean in Carmel. Highly recommended! Great for our group of teammates. We all loved it.

  • Tara K.

    Submitted Mar 20, 2025

    Stayed Mar 13, 2025

    Stunning home in a perfect location. Comfortable and spacious for 5 couples. We had a great stay!

  • jocelyn d.

    Submitted Jan 28, 2025

    Stayed Jan 26, 2025

    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: The location of this property is beyond incredible; it has multi million dollar views and beach access from the back gate. Watching spectacular sunsets was our activity every evening. In addition to the dramatic architecture of the house, it also had everything we needed for cooking & entertaining for group. AND the beds are super comfortable. We honestly didn't want to leave!

  • brandon e.

    Submitted Jan 21, 2025

    Stayed Jan 18, 2025

    I have stayed at many vacation rentals and this house is probably the best I have been in. The pictures don't do it justice, this house is incredible. It's clean and great in all ways I will definitely encourage my friends and family to stay here and will likely be here again myself.

  • Carly S.

    Submitted Jan 14, 2025

    Stayed Jan 9, 2025

    We were so excited for our 2 night stay but our experience was far beyond what we ever could have imagined. The house was as beautiful as it looked it in the pictures (maybe even more beautiful, if that’s possible), the easy beach access was perfect for the kids and quick trips throughout the day, the entire house was entertaining and unique. There is no better place to gather family for an extra special and fun time. We will absolutely be returning to this house and cannot wait.

  • Kristi W.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 21, 2024

    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: We had our kids and grandkids stay with us for the Christmas holiday. This house is amazing with stunning views and great location. Our family will remember this holiday.

  • Lynn P.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2024

    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 more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pacific Zen is an amazing property with equally amazing views. Love the direct access to the beach path in either direction.

  • James G.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    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: I was traveling with my family of 5 and wanted a different experience than staying in a hotel, so we rented Pacific Zen. We loved the views and the location. The home is very spacious with more than enough rooms. We enjoyed cooking in the gourmet kitchen, taking walks on the beach and watching movies in the theater. By the end of our trip, it was clear to everyone that we wouldn't have had the same experience with everyone staying in a separate room at a hotel.

  • Marcus C.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2024

    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: Really excellent... being on the beach is a totally different experience to being near the beach. House was wonderful, Sanctuary very helpful.

  • Michael T.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2024

    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: This property is stunning. Amazing views, top class building with outstanding feature windows and great facilities. Very tastefully decorated. Even has a cinema. Carmel is an excellent destination. Wish we could have stayed longer.

  • Michael T.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    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: This property is stunning. Amazing views, top class building with outstanding feature windows and great facilities. Very tastefully decorated. Even has a cinema. Carmel is an excellent destination. Wish we could have stayed longer.

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