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3704 Ship's Watch ~ Walk 2 Restaurants & Shops, Available for Extended Stays!

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Welcome to "Ships Watch"! - Updated Victorian Home
Wine and Cheese to Welcome You!
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7133.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Pacific Grove, California
  • Lovers Point
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3704 Ship's Watch ~ Walk 2 Restaurants & Shops, Available for Extended Stays!

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present "Ships Watch"! Sleeps up to 7 guests.

This lovely Victorian home in Pacific Grove harkens back to Monterey Bay’s past as a shipping and fishing port, with vintage nautical touches and coastal artifacts that will make guests feel as though they’ve stepped back in time.

At the same time, the 4-bedroom, 2-bath home has been extensively remodeled with modern conveniences and a spacious yard that’s perfect for outdoor relaxation.

Its location is also ideal for enjoying the wonders of Pacific Grove — it’s just a few steps from shopping and dining in the quaint downtown, or a 10-minute walk to the beach or to the butterfly groves. It’s also only 5 minutes by car to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row, 10 minutes to shopping in Carmel-by-the-Sea, and 15 minutes to golf and fine dining in Pebble Beach®.

Windows and skylights throughout the home bring in warm natural light as well as offering great views of Monterey Bay from the upper story.

The 1,400-square-foot two-story home, built in 1890, has been completely refurbished for guests’ comfort, with a nautical color scheme in reds, blues and tans, vintage furniture, a window seat in the front room’s bay window, a fully equipped kitchen and a backyard fenced for privacy, which includes a hand-laid flagstone patio.

The pet-friendly home features a cozy front room with a gas fireplace featuring hand painted tile, where games and books will keep guests entertained on evenings around the fire. A 50-inch HDTV is available over the fireplace, and an adjacent sitting area with chaise lounge and console table is another place to curl up with a good book.

The large dining room table seats 8 on slip-covered parson’s chairs, and the updated kitchen includes taupe tile floors, quartz composite counter tops, new appliances that include a gas range, and a deep porcelain farmhouse sink with gooseneck faucet. Well-equipped for extended stays!

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Bedroom #1 with a queen bed is located downstairs, is decorated in the same vintage nautical theme, and the nearby bathroom on this level has a large custom-tiled shower in ocean colors as well as an adjustable shower head.

The second floor features three bedrooms and a bathroom, as well as a children’s play area with beanbag chairs and a TV with DVD player. Bedroom #2 has a California king bed, Bedroom #3 has two twin beds and Bedroom #4 has one twin bed. The bathroom on this upper level features vintage tile floors and a pedestal sink as well as an old-fashioned clawfoot bathtub to which an adjustable shower head has been added.

The side yard contains a small seating area and a fire pit perfect for quiet chats at twilight.
AN IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING THE YARD: Guests are asked to keep voices at a respectful volume at all times (conversations should not be heard outside the property line) and to bring all outdoor conversations/activities INSIDE by 8pm due to the close proximity of nearby neighbors who are sensitive to noise. Homes are close together in this tight-knit, quiet neighborhood.

A one-car garage with bonus room for beach gear is available as well, in addition to driveway and street parking.

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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Sanctuary Vacation Rentals - Reservations
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Amenities

Kitchen
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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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

About the area

Pacific Grove

Located in Pacific Grove, this holiday home is by the sea. 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 Lovers Point. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Pacific Grove, California

What's nearby

  • Lovers Point - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cannery Row - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Point Pinos Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 6 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Passionfish - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Country Club Gate Center Shopp - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪California Seltzer Company - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 3704 Ship's Watch ~ Walk 2 Restaurants & Shops, Available for Extended Stays! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 3704 Ship's Watch ~ Walk 2 Restaurants & Shops, Available for Extended Stays!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3704 Ship's Watch ~ Walk 2 Restaurants & Shops, Available for Extended Stays!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3704 Ship's Watch ~ Walk 2 Restaurants & Shops, Available for Extended Stays! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Lovers Point. Monterey Bay Aquarium and 17-Mile Drive are also within 1 mile (2 km). Monterey Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Florence T.

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

We enjoyed our stay

The property managers were very available if you needed anything. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Monica A.

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

Wonderful place to relax!

Our family had a wonderful week! We lovesd sitting by the fire on the patio and there was plenty of room for all of us (6 adults, 1 baby, 1 dog)! The kitchen was well stocked so we could cook in, and the proximity to Lighthouse Ave was perfect when we wanted to walk to our meal instead. We'd gladly return for our next stay in Pacific Grove.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Wonderful

Nice spot, great communication on a few questions we had. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Ships Watch

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: Comfortable, all we expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H., San Francisco, California

Great property near downtown

House was very clean and welcoming with lots of themed decorations. The updated kitchen was nice, and we had plenty of room to sit and dine (party of 5). Short drive to downtown, the beach, Monterey etc so it was super convenient. Quick communication, and seamless booking / instructions process. thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Mellisa R.

Perfect for family

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: Stayed for a wedding/getaway. Perfect size for my little family as well as grandma and sister/brother in law. Great location, short walk to a strip of boutiques, coffee and playground. Short drive to the Aquarium and Cannery Row. Would definitely stay at again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M., Los Altos, California

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

Our stay was fantastic..beyond meeting our expectations. The property is just blocks from everything

In keeping with the charm of PG the home is a lovely Heritage House and has retained that charm, even though it's been nicely updated. The side-yard, with firepit and patio was nice at the end of the day. To have a garage to store bikes and surf boards was so important, we didn't realize how great it would be to have that space. Its location couldn't be better. We didn't want to leave. Five stars!
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Spacious home close to town

This house is the second vacation rental our family has done with Sanctuary Rentals. They do a fantastic job of providing a welcoming place, with tasteful decorating, soft towels, comfortable bedding, and wine & cheese. They provide top-notch service with excellent communication. This home is spacious, with 3 bedrooms upstairs. There are several options for room setup. The home is very close to the main shopping/restaurant area of Pacific Grove. There is off-street parking, including a garage. Pets welcomed with pet beds and food bowls. Gas fireplace outside and gas fire pit outside.

6/10 Okay

Sabrina B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, Old house

Great location and lots of space in the house. The kitchen has been updated and there are plenty of towels and the sheets are nice and clean. The management company was very easy to work with too. We loved the location and walking to bakeries and restaurants and evening the beach. The layout worked for us too. It is an old house though and the upstairs is pretty worn. The upstairs carpet is not in great condition and the upstairs bath is really falling apart. There’s tiles broken on the floor and trim coming off the wall. There’s also an old house smell to it. It was a good place to stay given we had a dog and 5 people with us, but I’m not sure I would choose it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
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8/10 Good

A guest from , K.

Lovely family stay near the Ocean

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: We had a lovely stay at Ship's Watch. The kitchen is bright and fresh and the rest of the house is casual. The yard is nice with chairs (but remember to be quiet after 8pm.). You can walk 3 blocks to a bookstore/cafe, 5 to a fantastic bakery, and 8 to the beach.It has a nice queen bedroom on the ground floor with a full bath around the corner. It also has a king bedroom at the top of the stairs which shares a bathroom with 2 cute little rooms--one suitable for a younger child.Sanctuary Rentals is very responsive to any questions or concerns.And the place is dog friendly which is welcome. The garage is a bit small so will only fit a smaller car and you are asked to park the second car in the driveway.
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny X.

wonderful

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: wonderful

4/10 Poor

Richard P.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Poor

OK
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8/10 Good

Laura W.

Lovely Old House; Not Super Family Friendly

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: This is a lovely old home with some thoughtful updates, especially to the kitchen. Very “by the sea” themed decor, which was fun for us as visitors. Be advised that there is one neighbor who is VERY sensitive to noise. She went out of her way at noon on a Saturday to come gripe at us for the “noise” our children were making (literally, she was complaining about the laughter of small children). The attic bedroom also smells a bit musty and like dogs or cats - this wouldn’t have been a big deal but we had our children sleeping in that room, and it was unpleasant to live with for a month. We were happy overall with Sanctuary and plan to book with them again.

8/10 Good

Jen D.

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

Great place for a family

Location is great, very convenient. House furnishings are a bit worn down. Perfect for a family but not upscale if that is what you are looking for. Property management company is great and easy to work with.
Stayed 36 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Great for family get together

This was perfect for me, my son, my brother and nephew. The only improvement I can recommend is to update the entertainment system.
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret N.

Ships watch

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: Great little cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

maria m.

Ship’s Watch

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: One of the best places we’ve stayed in PG. Its our favorite spot to get away! Perfect with a master downstairs so all the teens were up! Kitchen was beautifully appointed and the property managers so responsive. Close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Juliet T., canterbury uk

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

Great Location

This house is wonderfully located near to all Pacific Grove's shops and eateries!

10/10 Excellent

palesa n.

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

Great house for all!

Great house for all 7 of us + 2 dogs! We were so comfortable and grateful for all the amenities :) Hope to do it again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
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8/10 Good

Beth W.

Quirky House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Slept everyone comfortably, served its purpose as a base of operations during the trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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2/10 Terrible

Brian B.

Historic = Dirty and in disrepair

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second stay with Sanctuary Rentals. Our first experience was top notch so when returning to Monterey we only looked at Sanctuary properties. We were hugely disappointed with Ships Watch. It is spacious and roomy but that is where the benefits stop. Upon entering the house we were greeted with a dank smelling home. Our dust allergies immediately flared up as it was evident this home hadn't had a deep clean and in quite some time. Furniture and carpeting were deeply soiled throughout the home. We spilled some water on the kitchen floor and upon wiping it up with a paper towel it was black with dirt. Walking around in socks yielded deeply soiled socks so we just kept our shoes on to avoid this. Woke up to make coffee and the the reservoir for water was caked with grime and actually had hair in it. After 20 mn of cleaning it we attempted to make coffee. All the pans are calphalon but most cooking utensils are metal therefore the non stick coating on most pans was peeling. Both oven pans hadn't been appropriately washed in forever and were barely usable. There were cobwebs visible in most rooms. The lower dishwasher rack could not be moved back and forth so had to be lifted up to load and unload. There are viewss of the ocean but the windows were so dirty we couldn't enjoy them. For the price tag this property was unnacceptabke and we will be hesitant to trust the Sanctuary brand in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

DIANA J.

Perfect for Us

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: This is the third time we have stayed at Ship's Watch. We love to be able to walk to dinner every evening. We are painters and have no trouble finding beautiful scenery to paint.

6/10 Okay

Vickie F.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

There is tension in Pacific Grove between the neighbors and rentals is palpable!One neighbor had a s

One neighbor had a short fuse about outdoor noise. We would look at a different area to rent if we return to this area.

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Very comfortable stay.

Our group of 6 was very comfortable in this house. It’s an old house with a lot of character in a quiet neighborhood. It was clean and had all the amenities we needed. Very nice updated kitchen. We loved having coffee in the morning outside by the gas fire pit (much cooler there than we anticipated!). Upper single bed really best for a child, but other 3 bedrooms were good size. Long walk to the ocean but easy drive to everything we wanted to see. Enjoyed our stay!

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

Great house and location!

We had a great family vacation at Ships Watch! We are two couples and two children under the age of 4--and really enjoyed not only the house itself, but also the central location to all kinds of fun nearby activities--both within walking and driving distance. The top floor area was well-appointed for the kids and the kitchen had everything we needed to make a couple of dinners at the house. We especially enjoyed the firepit out back in the evening. The washer and dryer was a handy addition as well. A little extra seating in the living room would have been ideal, but with so much to do in the area, we spent very little time sitting around watching TV anyway. Great location in the quaint town of Pacific Grove: close to Cannery Row and the Aquarium (quick drive and about a 30 minute walk), a number of nearby restaurants and coffee shops, and perfect jumping off point to all the world-famous golf courses to the south (also check out the more economical Pacific Grove Golf Links just around the corner). Overall we had a fun and memorable stay at Ships Watch and would highly recommend it!

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