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Morning breakfast or evening BBQ on the spacious deck off the kitchen

Kitchen with quartz counter top and all stainless steel appliances

Stainless electric range and large stainless refrigerator/freezer

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

Watsonville, CA

Sunset State Beach11 min drive
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute17 min drive
Monterey Bay29 min drive
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)62 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely time at this home. It was welcoming and well maintained, the host was very helpful over email before our...

Gaby M.

Oct 6, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Fabulous Monterey Beach House With Something For Everyone!

Beautiful, fresh and updated beach house comfortably nestled between two miles of private pristine sandy beach and the soothing fragrant eucalyptus grove. This comfortable and completely updated and furnished 4 bedroom, 2 bath, three story home with an amazing ocean view, is located in the gated community of Pajaro Dunes, located between Monterey/Carmel, and Santa Cruz on beautiful Monterey Bay. Just one hundred yards to the ocean, this beach house has something for everyone!

Within the gates of Pajaro Dunes Resort, enjoy two miles of private sandy beach to sun, surf, fly a kite, stroll or have an evening bonfire on the beach. If that's not enough, you can become one with nature and bird watch out your back door at the wildlife sanctuary, play tennis, shoot hoops, walk or ride bikes on the beautiful trails. Maybe you want to be more adventurous--like kayaking with the harbor seals and otters in nearby Elkhorn Slough, or maybe a day of deep sea fishing on beautiful Monterey Bay, or how about swinging your clubs at one of the many local golf courses or visiting one of the many local wineries. There's definitely something for everyone!

There's so much to see in the Monterey/Carmel area including abundant specialty shops, restaurants, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey Pier, and Cannery Row, just to name a few. A few minutes to the north is the town of Santa Cruz with its ever famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, home of the all wooden roller coaster--The Big Dipper. Ride an old steam locomotive through the Santa Cruz Mountains making a stop to enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded in the beauty of the redwood forest. Enjoy a day of wine tasting at one of the many local, award winning wineries. Again, there's most definitely something for everyone!

Easy to get to, Pajaro Dunes is just an hour south from San Jose International Airport, or minutes from Watsonville Municipal Airport for private fly-ins.

Property manager

Lou Ann Ashton

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Sunset view of the front of the house. The front of the house faces the ocean.

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Living room with ocean, river and valley views toward Monterey.

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Lots of stairs- may be challenging for elderly

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Absolutely no pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely no smoking!

May not be suitable for toddlers and physically challenged individuals because of numerous stairs up to house and inside our home.

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

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds and Hamlin Antiques are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

Palm Beach - 2 min walk
Sunset State Beach - 11 min drive
La Selva Beach - 13 min drive
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute - 17 min drive
Monterey Bay - 29 min drive

Getting around

Salinas Station - 31 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
‪Beach Street - ‬8 min drive
‪Jack In The Box - ‬9 min drive
‪D'la Colmena - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fabulous Monterey Beach House With Something For Everyone! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fabulous Monterey Beach House With Something For Everyone!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fabulous Monterey Beach House With Something For Everyone!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Fabulous Monterey Beach House With Something For Everyone! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Palm Beach, Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve and Sunset State Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

21 June 2024

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

Monterey Beach Stay

Great access to the beach! Enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and sense of privacy. Check-in process was a bit challenging due to the main office hours being later than posted, caused us to backtrack from gate house to office unexpectedly. Overall, a great experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deepak A.

12 June 2024

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

excellent home

Nice clean unit . Well furnished and well maintained. Overall no issues and very comfortable . The grandkids loved the free cookies ed from the check in office.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaby M.

6 Oct 2023

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

Home by the beach

We had a lovely time at this home. It was welcoming and well maintained, the host was very helpful over email before our visit and the house was a short walk to the beach. The kitchen was nicely stocked with equipment and the beds were all comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

eleanor c., Pleasanton, Ca

7 Sept 2023

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

Family weekend

We love Pajara Dunes and this place was perfect for our family of 6!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg N., Folsom, CA

20 Aug 2023

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

Pajaro Dunes Golf Trip

This property was perfect for a Monterey golf trip. The house was very clean and comfortable with all the amenities for a great stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H., Alamo, CA

12 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful Beach House

This multi-level house had plenty of space for our family (7 adults and 2 children) and was furnished nicely. The beds were very comfortable. We loved the ocean views, the many decks, and being able to walk to the beach so easily. We hope to stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

26 Apr 2023

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

Lovely!

Enjoyed a weekend stay with friends to celebrate my husband's birthday. The house was clean and inviting and a good amount of space for the 7 of us. It was an easy walk to the beach and had several outdoor seating areas to take in the views and sounds of the sea. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

27 Nov 2022

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

Great vacation home

This was our second time to stay at this property and we enjoyed it immensely. It fit our family needs and was so very well stocked with everything we needed. Beautiful home in a beautiful location.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Sept 2022

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

Relaxing weekend in the Dunes

Great spot in a quite enclave with great beach access. House was set up just right for us and as described.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jane S., Thornton, CO

3 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Pleasant Beach & House

The house location was near Watsonville, a rural area growing strawberries and vegetables. We weren't close to Monterey or shops or many restaurants, but the gated community the house was located in was lovely. We were a 5 minute walk to an empty, beautiful sandy beach. The houses were built on sand dunes and the area was covered in 2' dune grass, ice plants and bushes. Very pretty. The air was cool and the sun was warm and it was quiet. No road or airplane noise or noisy neighbors. The house had a good size yard, was not close to neighboring houses and was airy with large windows and sliding glass doors. It seemed quite safe. This house was close to parking and a rarely used drive and parking area. The front door of the house was two flights up from the trex boardwalk. Inside the door were stairs up to the living room and kitchen and stairs down to 3 bedrooms and one bath. The fourth bedroom was on the third floor and had a bathroom. The interior was clean, attractively furnished and appointed and comfortable. There were several sizable balconies and a grill. One of us stopped at Costco and bought a lot of food in San Jose on the drive, so we did all our own cooking. One day we drove in to the Carmel area which was about a 40 minute drive to view a wedding venue. For us, it was perfect as we just wanted to hang out together with our 8 month grandbaby and family. The baby, 7 adult family members and the beach were the main attractions. The instructions were to go to a Real Estate office to pick up the key to the house. The man we spoke to there told us we had to go to the gate to obtain it and acted like we were incorrect to even ask for it.. His verbal direction was pitiful and he was not friendly. When we got to the gate house, they told us we needed to get the key at the RE office. When I told them that was not possible, they made some phone calls and eventually produced a key. All this was disconcerting. The key worked, but it was difficult to remove the key as the lock appeared to be quite corroded. The owner did call me which was appreciated. She said we were supposed to get a welcome packet, but we never saw one. There was a loose leaf binder with info in it at the house. Maybe that was what she was referring to? I rated it an overall 4 because of the difficulty of getting the key and locking and unlocking the house. I had the impression the house was in an urban area which it was not.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John O., London, UK

1 Aug 2022

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

Perfect for family

We were 2 families with 4 adults and 4 seven year old kids. Lou Ann's home was just perfect for relaxing and as a base for exploring the incredible Monterey Bay region. The home has a lovely, quiet, calming vibe; created by the beautiful woodwork and finishes, the very comfortable beds and furniture, and of course the soothing sound of the ocean just a few steps from the door. The kitchen is a dream to cook in, and the dining and living area made for great family hangouts. We will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA H.

26 July 2022

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

Home Owner

The homeowner was amazing! We had never stayed at VRBO before, and she made it so easy. She answered my many questions, and made the process simple.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

18 July 2022

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

Great location

It was everything it says in the description. Everything you need is there. The views were great and the proximity to the beach was excellent, and 100 steps is perfectly accurate. The kitchen is completely stocked and updated, the baths rooms are updated and gorgeous, the common space in the house was perfect for the 7 adults staying there. The internet was strong (not sure if that is an apt description but we had no problems connecting). The only issue was what to do with the keys when done. It was unclear what to do with them. A note next to the note about the trash location would be great.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey G.

8 July 2022

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

Perfect beachside home for family gathering

Lou Ann's place was perfect! Pajaro Dunes is lovely. The house was in great condition. Dreamy main floor with so many windows, plentiful and comfy seating inside and out and perfectly upgraded kitchen with EVERYTHING you need to cook. Comfy beds. We got the window filled upstairs suite. Plenty big enough to have the little guy sleep in there with us. The three other bedrooms are downstairs, with one having ocean views. Short walk to the huge incredible sandy beach, short enough that it was easy to run back and forth for bathroom runs :-) There were so few people on the beach despite it being 4th of July, we loved the privacy. With cousins, a shovel, some kites, and some hot chocolate, we were entertained all week!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

22 Apr 2022

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

Great Family Getaway

This house was perfect for our needs. We had 5 adults and two 11-year-olds and there was plenty of space. Lou Ann let us know there were a lot of stairs and she was right to warn us. There are a lot of stairs, but it wasn't an issue for any of us. That said, I appreciated that she noticed we were bringing our mom and wanted to make sure the place would work for her. She was also very responsive when we had questions and there were no surprises when we arrived. The house had generous supplies (not always the case with VRBO homes) and we had no issues. Pajaro Dunes has been a family vacation spot for years. We'll definitely keep this place on our short list of options.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suman K.

19 Apr 2022

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

Beautiful house

We enjoyed the stay at this house. It was clean and cozy and had amazing views of the beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susie R.

6 Apr 2022

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

Work Retreat

Coworkers and I were traveling for business purposes. We opted to rent this property instead of staying in a hotel. This was a nice oasis after a long day on the road. Great location, great facilities.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

kimberly q.

23 Feb 2022

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

Loved this property and location

Such an amazing weekend - really enjoyed the stay at this property. Super convenient, easy access to the beach. We had a wonderful time. Thank you so much.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Jan 2022

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

Great spot

As one guest said "I could live here!". Wonderful house and location.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

29 Nov 2021

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

relaxing, lovely beach house

totally recommend. We had the grandparents, a toddler, a child, and us all here and it was fantastic. Short walk to the beach, and the amenities were great. Sunsets were beautiful! Beach was so flat and safe for the kiddos.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

28 Nov 2021

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

Perfect family beach vacation

Such a well stocked and beautiful home. Easy communication with owners. Everything we needed was provided! Beautiful view of ocean from top floor.! Had a wonderful family time together!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adriana T.

29 Oct 2021

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

Incredible stay

We stayed here for my daughters wedding in Watsonville. The house was perfect for me and family! It was very clean and very easy check in process!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth N., Ripon, CA

27 Oct 2021

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

Family Getaway

The house was very clean and accommodating for our extended family. Kitchen is compact but very well stocked with all the pots, pans and dishes needed for a family group. We were able to watch sunsets from the deck; there is also an east facing deck for sunrises. Wonderful family time!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cristina L., San Francisco, CA

22 Aug 2021

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

Wonderful summer getaway

This was the perfect getaway for us. Trying to get away from California fires and smoke everywhere, being by the coast, in this cool and beautiful beach was perfect. The house is a great size and wonderful layout with decks out every floor. It's not right on the beach but a short walk, and you can walk on the beach for miles, enjoying the sea otters who are close to shore just playing around. Wonderful stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacelyn D., Moorcroft, WY

16 Aug 2021

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

Best of Pajaro

Our family has been staying at Pajaro beach houses for many years. We appreciated how this house kept true to the style and feel of the Pajaro that we love with updates to the bathrooms and kitchen that keep it from feeling dated.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Lou Ann Ashton

I grew up in the Bay Area and now reside on Bainbridge Island, Washington. My four siblings, who own and manage the property with me, all reside in the Bay Area.

Why they chose this property

We are a fun-loving, close knit Italian family who enjoy each others company. We wanted a piece of vacation property that we could all enjoy with our own families, friends and share with others. We found our " little piece of paradise" right here in Pajaro Dunes in 2000!

What makes this property unique

Our updated beach house features all new dual paned windows along with new carpeting and laminate flooring throughout. The kitchen is stylish with beautiful quartz countertops and all new stainless appliances. The bathrooms, each with walk-in showers, are flanked with stunning porcelain tile. The master suite is newly outfitted with a new Cal King Plus Gel Memory Foam bed with luxurious comfort and a great night's sleep.