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3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay

Holiday home with kitchen, near Monterey Bay

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In Pacific Grove, Little House offers a charming Victorian retreat. This pet-friendly home features stained glass windows, original hardwood floors, and lovely antique furniture. Unwind in the cozy living room or by the fire pit in the private backyard.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$1,538
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present “Little House”! Sleeps 6

A sweet Victorian home in Pacific Grove, just steps from the beach and the Monterey Bay Recreation Trail, is the perfect place to bring your family to relax and unwind, close enough to hear the waves and hear the seagulls calling in the distance. A small lawn area wraps around the house with geraniums and Mexican sage adding colorful accents.

The Little House, built in 1888, is a registered Pacific Grove Historic Home and has vintage charm inside and out while also offering modern conveniences. Pet-friendly with a fenced back yard, it’s set up to welcome every member of the family.

The 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features stained glass windows and other classic Victorian details, as well as original hardwood floors and light fixtures, lovely antique furniture, historic photographs and other vintage details.

Besides being just steps from the beach, the 1,400-square-foot house is also only a few minutes away from Monarch butterfly sightings in Pacific Grove, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row. Downtown Monterey, Carmel and golfing in Pebble Beach® are a 10-minute drive away, and other attractions within a half hour’s drive are the natural wonders of Big Sur and wine tasting and dining in Carmel Valley Village.

Living Space
Guests enter through a gate in a white picket fence, with steps leading to the front door of the red-and-white house. A cozy living room with a bay window and comfortable sofas provides a gathering place for conversation, watching the 32-inch HDTV or reading, and the adjacent vintage dining room table seats 6 next to a marble-topped antique sideboard.

Kitchen and Dining
The remodeled kitchen offers a four-burner gas range, blue cabinets, vintage tile backsplash and a farmhouse apron sink, with plenty of counter space and prep area. On the other side of the kitchen is a small home office with desk and rolling chair, ideal for doing paperwork or computer work. A stacked washer and dryer is conveniently tucked into this space.

A door from the office leads into the back yard, where there is a gourmet gas grill and tall vine-covered fences for privacy. Seating around a fire pit makes this a great place for afternoon barbecues or late-night stargazing.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
On the lower / main level, Bedroom #1 features a California king bed and an en suite bath with a pedestal sink, hexagonal tiled floor and claw foot tub with shower.

Upstairs, Bedroom #2 has a queen-size antique bed and ocean views from the windows.
Bedroom #3 features two twin beds.
A unique, light-filled full bath with a pedestal sink, hex tile and claw foot tub with shower is tucked under the steeply angled ceiling.

Parking is available for two cars in the driveway but any additional cars must park one block away due to limited street parking in front of the house. Carpooling is recommended.

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

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!

Pacific Grove Transient Use License #0458

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Our comprehensive Guest Check Out List can be seen here: http://svr.homes/checkout
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number VR000458

Property is also known as

1648-204916
Nightly Rental Currently Restricted to Essential Travelers Only

About the area

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Retreat, a neighbourhood in Pacific Grove. Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monterey Bay and Carmel Beach. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Scuba diving and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. Visit our Pacific Grove travel guide
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Pacific Grove, CA

What's nearby

  • Monterey featuring a sandy beach and a bay or harbour
    Lovers Point
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History showing interior views
    Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cannery Row showing a beach as well as a small group of people
    Cannery Row
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium featuring interior views and marine life
    Monterey Bay Aquarium
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • American Tin Cannery
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station
    14 min walk
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Spotted Duck
    7 min walk
  • First Awakenings
    10 min walk
  • Starbucks
    12 min walk
  • Beach House Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Bistro Moulin
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay?

As of 1 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay on 3 Feb 2026 start from AU$1,537.72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay located?

Located in Retreat, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of St Mary's by the Sea and Cannery Row. Monterey Bay is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away. Monterey Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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3812 Little House - Historic Home, Walk to the Bay Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 97 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

KEN A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location. Tasteful Decor. Very Clean.We are all 80 and would have appreciated a walk-in shower on at least one floor. So extremely hazardous that we all skipped a shower after 1st night.
Poor Man's Pebble Beach Golf Links.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of our favorite places

This was our second visit to the little house and we will definitely come again:) It's so cozy and well equipped and I love how easy it is to pop down yo the beach and see all the amazing wildlife!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute house in a great location!

This cute home had all we needed, including a fenced yard for our dogs. We were able to walk to the aquarium and to downtown Pacific Grove. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house

We had a great stay. The house was beautiful and the location was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

We enjoyed our stay in a clean, and comfortable Victorian home. We enjoyed the wine, crackers, and cheese! Great location walking distance to restaurants, lovers beach, and Monterey Aquarium.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer stay

1 week stay. Had a wonderful time. Great location for walking and close to Cannery Row. Very comfortable and well appointed home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house in a wonderful location

We had a wonderful time at the Little House- it has everything you need (the kitchen was particularly well stocked)! It was so cozy and relaxing. The best part though is the location, we walked to the aquarium, the beach, the playground, restaurants, everything is so close! Loved our stay and didn't want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

Lovely Little House

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: Our stay at the Little House was perfect. I was staying with my sister and a friend. We like to cook, and the kitchen had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable and the living room is a cozy place to hang out in the evenings. This was our second time staying at Little House. We will book it again next year.

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little bit of serenity

It was a wonderful little place, very cozy close to the water, walking distance to restaurants. Very clean, the shower is in a clawfoot tub which I loved but may not be for everyone. I had a very relaxing time celebrating my son’s birthday with a visit to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and surrounding area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Pacific Grove

Clean and very cute Victorian style home. Cozy place to be after a day of sight seeing. Easy access to the Monterey Bay Coastal Trail along the ocean. Just had to walk to end of the block for great ocean and sea otter views. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

birgit m., sunnyvale

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem

This place is a hidden gem. The location is perfect, walking distance to the ocean, aquarium, shopping, dinning, all in reasonable distance. The house is very clean, has a well equipped kitchen. You walk in and feel right at home!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zinaida B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway to Monterey Bay

This home was perfect our family of 4, with two teenagers. The location very close to the path along the bay which made it easy to stroll to the Aquarium or just enjoy the views. We could easily walk out for meals and groceries. The home had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Instructions for everything were clear and easy to follow.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Clif T.

Cute little red house

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 is our second stay at this rental house. It was comfortable and cozy. Stocked with almost everything you need. Extra coffee filters would have been nice. Had to leave the remaining 200 pack we bought. Can’t use them at home. Somebody will use them. Found the long matches after I improvised to light the BBQ. The house is perfect for a small family and our dog loved the yard. To us it’s in the perfect location. Quiet neighborhood and equal walking distance to downtown Pacific Grove and cannery row. The little park down the street is fun for dogs and easy access to the coastal trail. Wed stay here again and the only two very minor complaints are the worn out “soft” couch cushions and the “cozy” showers in the claw foot tubs. But I guess that’s part of the charm of the house 😉
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Little House is Exceptional

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 wrote extensively on the forms left in the house.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Proximity to the coast

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 house was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped and the king-sized bed was the most comfortable I've ever slept in. The best part, however, was the proximity to the walking path along the breathtaking coastline. Our dog loved it too.
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10/10 Excellent

Sonia R.

steps from the Monterey Bay

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 home was comfortable for our family and we loved the modern kitchen and bathrooms we also appreciated the grill, home office and dedicated parkingThe towels and pillows were hotel qualityThe kitchen was well appointed with good quality pans, tools and glassware
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10/10 Excellent

Darce V.

Holiday stay

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 a family gathering in Pacific Grove and stayed in the Little House. What a well kept lovely Victorian home. We were right next to the path to walk my dogs for hours. We took a surrey along the path...what a trip that was. Inside the home you will find all you need. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gail R.

Little House

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: My husband and I have stayed here a couple of times with our doggie. Great location in a quiet neighborhood nice little yard for the dog, clean and comfortable. Other reviews have mentioned the shower, tub being precarious, and we agree with that. I would not recommend this house if you have any mobility issues, as it can be a danger.
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10/10 Excellent

Dustin B.

Great Home!

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: My family of four including daughters 9 and 11 stayed here for four nights with the in-laws. Our family stayed upstairs and it was quite private from the downstairs. Everything was wonderful and the host was super responsive. My daughter spilled nail polish on a rug and shower curtain and I sent photos of the crime scene to the host and they were able to handle it and didn’t charge us which was very kind. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joan E.

perfect location

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 loved this historic home, location and amenities.The only downside for us were the old claw-footed bathtubs.They look great and fit the old style, but for us they were very difficult to get in and out and I actually needed help not to slip.While I know it would be a cost to the owner, putting a walk-in shower downstairs would allow older guests to really enjoy this wonderful home.I guess because we stayed 5 nights, it was more of an issue.

8/10 Good

Mendi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls get away

We enjoyed a beautifully decorated historical home in the heart of Pacific Grove. We were welcomed with wine, cheese, and crackers. There is a beautiful oceanside trail just around the corner and many restaurants, shops, and an amazing aquarium are in walking distance. The kitchen is well stocked. Towels, bedding, linens were nice quality. We had difficulty with the preprogrammed A/C. Despite our efforts to keep the desired temperature at 70, it kept hopping back up to 80. The firepit and outdoor chairs were not prepped for use. We had plenty of keys and parking is easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Sweet Spot

Pretty much walkable to where you want to go, with the cutest little backyard area! I found myself conflicted - I wanted to explore the beauties the area has to offer, but I also just wanted to hang in out at the home. This house is filled to the brim with Victorian charm. The clawfoot bathtubs were wonderful for soaking, but be advised, showering created a slippery surface. Be cautious of that. The home was well-equipped and very comfortable. I would love to return one day, however it is pretty pricey and seems to fluctuate greatly - but is definitely a “get what you pay for” experience. If you are very tall, I would not recommend this home only because of the low ceilings located upstairs. Other than that it’s pretty near perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clif T.

Perfect location and cute house

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’ve been visiting PG for the last 25 years and this is our first home stay. We spent a week here and wish we could stay more. The house was perfect for our family and dog. It was spotlessly clean and well stocked for anything you may need. Beds were very comfortable. Some beach chairs and a small cooler would have been appreciated. We loved the character of the home from 1888. I agree with most guests concerning access into the clawfoot tubs but that’s part of the charm. Neighborhood was quiet except for trash day. They sure get started early 🙁. The location made it easy to walk to downtown PG, the coastal trail and Cannery Row. Sanctuary was great the work with and there were no surprises. We’ll be back soon. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous house

What an adorable house and in a perfect location, half block from the ocean. The house is finished perfectly, tile, hardwood floors, everything fits the house. Every pot, pan, waffle marker, crock pot, knife, plates, plastic cups, wine glasses, mugs is available for you to use. Large refrigerator, toaster oven, keurig were all available. Sheets and towels were nice. Hair dryers in each bathroom, q tips and cotton balls, everything you may have forgotten at home. You can see the water from several windows. Neighborhood was so quiet - only the seagulls made noise my only comment was we asked last minute for a late check out and were told by management company 30 mins would be all they could offer, we accepted. Promptly at check out time someone came to the house ready to start stripping bedding and towels he told us nothing was communicated to him and we need to be more direct with the rental company. We left 5 mins after check out but it was a tad frustrating. House is great, location is great will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

Wonderful stay!

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 house is less than a block from the water where you can look out and see otters and seals. It is a well-kept, comfortable house with all the amenities. The kitchen was great, has lots of room, and everything you need to cook. There's a nice backyard area with fire pit and BBQ which makes for a great gathering space. The beds were really comfortable. If you are looking to stay in Pacific Grove, this is a great choice!As with all classic Victorians, it has a claw foot tub, which will create some problems for people with limited mobility or balance issues. I am short, which made it a challenge too. It's a big step in and a big step out. That was the only downside for us, and I can't complain about it because I knew about it going in. There were a few very small things I contacted the property manager for and they were very quick to reply. Thank you!