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Ocean View Beach House in the Sand Dunes on Monterey Bay

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Exterior
Exterior
Interior
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Palm Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Sunset State Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Monterey Bay
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this vacation home is on the beach, a 3-minute walk from Palm Beach and within a 5-minute drive of Zmudowski State Beach. .This beach vacation home is 17 mi (27.4 km) from Capitola Beach and 22.8 mi (36.6 km) from Monterey Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • La Selva Beach - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Sunset State Beach - 15 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute - 19 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Monterey Bay - 32 min drive - 40.0 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 34 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Las Islitas Mariscos - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Imura Japanese Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪D'La Colmena Market & Catering - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Ocean View Beach House in the Sand Dunes on Monterey Bay

This ocean view beach house is located in the sand dunes on Monterey Bay with a full view of the Pacific Ocean on one side and the Pajaro Valley on the other. There are decks on both sides of the house. A short trail (no road to cross) leads to the miles of sandy beach. The house is inside the Pajaro Dunes gated community with 24 hour security and common area walking/biking trails, tennis courts, volleyball and basketball court. The house is fully furnished with a complete kitchen, linens and towels and all the latest board games to enjoy in front of the gas fireplace. The kids can play without worry of cars inside Pajaro Dunes Community (no roads are between the house & the beach) Unfortunately, the Pajaro Dunes Community does not permit any guest pets.

The house location is in the center of Monterey Bay between Carmel/Monterey and Santa Cruz. San Francisco is 100 miles to the north; San Jose/Silicon Valley is less than an hour away. The closest golf is 5 minutes away and the famous courses in Monterey are less than 30 minutes away. Monterey aquarium and the Santa Cruz Boardwalk are within 1/2 hour drive. World renowned bird watching and kayaking at Elkhorn Slough is 10 minutes away in Moss Landing.

Keywords: Beach House
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Suzie & Gill Shook

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Gated community
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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Ocean View Beach House in the Sand Dunes on Monterey Bay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 168 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Amarillo, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Celebration

My family and i had a wonderful stay. I gave a 4 star on cleaniness as there were many cobwebs in the celing and windows. The home was cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avery

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house on the beach

This house is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break at the Beach House

It was our third visit to this property. It was perfection! The house is large enough to fit our group of six in comfort. The beds are soft. Every bedroom has a well equipped bathroom. The kitchen has all the tools you need to cook all of your meals. The kids rode bikes in the front. The teens played volleyball in the court. The beach was just steps away from the house. We had a GREAT time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Eye Opening stay for family members

The house was perfect for our first holiday all in the same house instead of separate hotel rooms, etc. The fact that there was a bathroom for each bedroom was a big plus. The house siting and location, although not directly on the beach with no houses in front of it, it as high enough to give a glimpse of the ocean. The sand dune surrounds and separation from the other houses was a big design plus for the house also. The long deck on the ocean view side provided great outdoor space to eat, hangout and photos also.Just about everything required, was provided. Very pleased and would recommend house to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana G., Pleasanton,CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Weekend at the Beach

Perfect set up and location. Our group of 5 adults appreciated the open living area with great ocean view and easy access to the beach. The house has plenty of seating, beds are comfortable, and the deck is nice space to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jasper H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Trip With Friends

Overall an awesome experience and a beautiful little house on the dunes! The railings on the stairs were wide enough for our kids to fit through so just a little heads up for parents with small children. Also, the bbq is charcoal so if you plan to grill, be sure to plan accordingly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a respite with girlfriends

The house was perfect for our stay. Beautiful views from both sides of the house. The house was very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed sitting on both decks while viewing the ocean on the west side and the slough and hills to the east. The slough was teeming with activity! Even saw a seal checking out the breakfast options during high tide. Egrets and herons usually always present. 3 very comfortable bedrooms and 3 nice bathrooms. Perfect. The kitchen was great. Very easy to find what we needed as well as nice pots and pans. I wanted to mention to anyone who is considering this house, there are lots of stairs from either parking lot to the door. This means you have to carry all your belongs and groceries etc up and down the stairs. I knew this ahead because I read the description of the property and looked at all the photos. We kept our carrying bags smaller and used smaller coolers. And got some great exercise! A very short walk to the beach from the house. We saw dolphins, otters, seals, and so many different types of shore birds. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely beach getaway!

We have stayed at Pajaro a few times in the smaller 1-2BR condos, but this time we were two families with 3 kids total. This was perfect for a slightly larger group and the easy access large porch(es), and views were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness

would stay again!

Our stay at Pajaro Dunes Resort was truly memorable. The beachfront location is absolutely stunning, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Our rental home was spacious and well-appointed, comfortably accommodating our entire family. The floor plan, kitchen and decks made for a pleasant gathering space.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thecila N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

This was our second time coming to this home and I absolutely love it. Very comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Fred O.

Lots of stairs

It’s a beautiful place but lots of stairs my kids and elderly parents had trouble with climbing up and down the steps in the front of the house only way to access the house and also the steep stairs in the house home was pretty dirty and garbage is were completely full and falling out onto the ground, which the owner did take care of after I pointed it out but not sure it was cleaned before our arrival due to cobwebs and stains on the pillows that we had a good time I just wouldn’t recommend it for a little children or elderly unless you don’t mind the stairs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Vincent D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A real beach cabin

Although the weather wasn’t bathing suit beach weather, we found lots of activities in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful with Beautiful Views

This place was great for my husband and me, our adult children and their significant others. The property was clean and in a nice area, and the kitchen had pretty much anything you would need to cook besides food. The short walk to the non crowded beach was great! We loved that it was away from the traffic of Monterey, however, because of the traffic, it did take us longer to get to destinations near and past Monterey.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeev P.

Liked: Cleanliness

June stay for a week

Overall very pleasant and comfortable stay with family members including 3 seniors. The layout of the house is good but you have to be able to navigate stairs. Excellent access to the beach and you can still enjoy the ocean air and views from the spacious deck or from the living room. The house is well-equipped. We liked that there were 3 bathrooms. A thumbs-up all around!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect home base!

This was the perfect home base for us as we explored the central coast. Stocked with everything we needed, clean, and quick access to the beach--what else do we need?! Thank you so much for sharing this magical place!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome little beach house with room for everyone.

We took a family vacation to the beach and Monterey Bay Aquarium. The kids loved being so close to the beach and being able to see the ocean from the back patio. The outdoor shower was amazing after walking back and it’s warm water!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family

Perfect place to entertain young children and close proximity to the Aquarium. Our stay was amazing. The beach is beautiful and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful House at the Beach

Our family of eight enjoyed our stay at this beautiful beach house. The location was excellent, the beach was so close and great fun for all. We had everything we needed to be comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Views

We enjoyed our stay and this beach house. There was plenty of space for our family and we appreciated three separate bedrooms and bathrooms a lot. The views all the way around are beautiful. The weather was chilly and rainy so we appreciated being able to stay indoors and still see the ocean. The proximity to redwood forests/hiking as well as nearby towns was convenient. I would love to return some day!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for reunion weekend w friends

Well stocked kitchen, steps from beach. Perfect for reunion weekend with girlfriends.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024