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Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views!

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A spacious living room with a grey leather sofa, a grey armchair, and a white sofa. There are two floor lamps and a large window with a view of greenery.
A spacious living area with a modern kitchen, a large window with a view, and a cozy seating arrangement.
A balcony with a bed, a chair, and a table.
A coastal hotel with multiple-story buildings, a beach view, and a natural landscape with trees and hills in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with bar stools.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bath 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Watsonville Center for the Arts and Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Palm Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Monterey Bay - 6 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 35 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 52 min drive - 59.1 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 32 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve and Monterey Bay. Sunset State Beach and Zmudowski State Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The condo was very clean and updated. We had 7 people and I appreciated that everyone had plenty of space to sit in the living room for late night movies. The master bed was soo comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the clean, updated condo and had plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy movie nights. We’re especially happy to hear you loved the comfortable master bed! We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great 3 bedroom property! We’ve stayed in many condos at Pajaro Dunes and this was by far the best outfitted unit with updated features. Nice bedding, nice towels, great kitchen, new appliances, renovated bathrooms, etc. The ocean view is limited compared to 2 bedroom units, but hillside views make up for it.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2026
Thank you for taking the time to fill out our survey and for sharing your feedback with us. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that this was your favorite unit among the many condos you've experienced at Pajaro Dunes. It's wonderful to know that you appreciated the updated features, well-equipped kitchen, new appliances, renovated bathrooms, and the quality bedding and towels. We know these details can make a big difference in creating a comfortable and relaxing vacation experience. We're also glad you enjoyed the hillside views. While the ocean view may be more limited compared to some of the two-bedroom units, it's great to hear that the surrounding scenery helped make your stay enjoyable. Thank you again for your kind comments and for being a returning guest. We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for your next beach getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was lovely and the condo was terrific. Great amenities and customer service by the office.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2025
Thanks for choosing our Shorebird condo at Pajaro Dunes Resort. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing family stay

Great family vacation. It was a central location to Montery and Santa Cruz. Comfortable beds and a fully stocked kitchen to cook in. We will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2022
Thank you for the amazing & honest review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Weekend away

We enjoyed our stay, the place was great- just wish the ocean was visible from inside the unit to enjoy like the patio!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2024
Hi there Sarah, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we appreciate all of the feedback we can get as we're always looking for ways to improve our services and our guests experiences. Unfortunately the way the shorebird condos are built all of the 3 bedroom condos are on the outer wings of the buildings which makes the ocean views in the condo more distant and partial. If you were interested in a beach front home for your next stay we'd love to help you find the perfect home for your next getaway! Hope to see you again soon, Warmly, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great unit beautiful site.

Pájaro Dunes is a beautiful place and the units are quite nice. Signage and exterior lighting could use an upgrade but we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family reunion

Great condo, great location, beautiful beach. Even outstanding weather.Only problem was not enough time available to stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Birthday stay

Beautiful condo with all the amenities possible. Comfy, cozy & extremely clean! Celebrated our little girl's 10th birthday. It was absolutely wonderful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2020
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A lovely stay for 7 people. It seems the unit has been renovated since the listing photos and feels very spacious. Updated cafe appliances and ample seating to gather. No odd smells, clean and fluffy towels, and all the kitchen utensils/plates were in great/new condition. A nice view of the ocean and easy walk down to the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad the updated space, cleanliness, and amenities made for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. It’s great to hear the ocean view and beach access added to the experience. We’d love to welcome you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Calming beach getaway

My family enjoyed a relaxing weekend at the beach, including a beach bonfire/s’mores night that the concierge set up and arranged. There was ample space for the 7 of us, with more than enough bedding and towels for our use.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2020
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Good location, but could be better for the price

Overall this place offered a decent stay. Downsides were the lack of amenities, ants in residence and a broken washing machine.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2023
Hello Shelby, We appreciate your review, we wish we could have assisted you when you reported the washer was not working. We did offer to have our maintenance team take a look at the washing machine but understood you did not want them to since it was your last day there. Our amenities include tennis, pickle ball, and basket ball courts which is a lot of family fun. We hope you stay again and please feel free to give our office a call if you have any issue including appliances not working or ants at the home. We would have loved to assist you further so that your stay would have been more enjoyable. Best Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great location!

We really enjoyed all the anemities of our condo. Fit our group of 6 well. Was an easy check in process and there are plenty of things to borrow to use at the beach. We enjoy the private beach. It's always clean and quiet here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

October vacation

I stayed at Pajaro Dunes with 5 members of my family. There was plenty of space for all. View and location to the beach was great. I do think the condo needs a bit of updating
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good experience but very expensive

The property was good-sized and worked for our party (me, my 2 daughters, and my mother and father-in-law). The property is a bit dated but overall was clean and comfortable. Very good location. VERY expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2022
Thank you for the amazing & honest review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon with a home that fits your standards & budget better! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Wonderful location

The location was very nice. The unit we stayed in had a well stocked kitchen. We were disappointed by the stained carpet and the lack of shampoo and conditioner in the bathrooms. We've stayed in many nice places, for the price of our stay, we expected more. It's the little things that add to the experience of the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2024
Thanks for staying with us at our beach condo. Thanks for your feedback. We're so sorry we couldn't fit a carpet clean in between our summer rentals. We don't supply our home with shampoo & conditioner; we try to cover all that we do offer in our amenities & confirmations. We do have a little gift store right across the way for anything you might need next time. Glad you loved our beach community!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable Stay

Our family enjoyed our stay at this unit. It was comfortable and the kitchen was well appointed. The location of Pajaro Dunes is perfect - it’s easy to get to both Santa Cruz and Monterey. I think the only issue we had was that the oven door didn’t close properly and that affected any cooking we did there. If I was assured that it was repaired, I would absolutely stay in this unit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2023
Thank you Naomi for this amazing review! We are so glad to hear you had a great time with us and thank you for making us aware of the oven door. Our maintenance team has been able to repair it since your stay. Thank you again and we hope to welcome you back soon! Warmly, Pajaro Dunes Resort Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Birthday

We've been coming to Pajaro Dunes for over 35 yrs. It is a very special place for our family. The unit was very clean and met all of our needs, the property management staff went above and beyond to answers all our questions and make us so welcome. We were even able to extend our stay, thanks to their efforts. Very, very happy with the total experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
Hello there Susan, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a sweet review! We are super stoked to hear that you enjoyed your stay here at Pajaro. It warms our heart to hear that our staff went above and beyond to ensure the quality of your stay & that Shorebird 66 condo excelled yours and your families expectations! We truly hope to see y'all again soon. Warmly, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good for young children

The condo worked well for our family. It was fully equipped. The beds were very comfortable. It was quiet. Access to the beach was easy. The carpeting could use a deep cleaning… the windows need washing…but everything else was fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Hi there Denise, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your time here at the beach. We do offer window washing services, I'm not sure if you were aware about this service but if you ever stay with us again in the future this is a service we offer so you can enjoy of the beautiful views. Thank you, Pajaro Dunes Resort team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love Pajaro Dunes!

Very nice condo. Kitchen well-appointed, although a few missing items (laundry detergent), and things like barely any salt/pepper. Could also use some Tupperware type containers for leftovers, and/or aluminum foil. Overall great! Perfect for 7 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for family to unwind

We stayed here with our daughter and her family for 3 days during the week. It was peaceful and very low key. The location is central to Santa Cruz as well as Monterey. The condo was well stocked with kitchen accessories and plenty of bath towels and beach towels. Plenty of hot water for the many, many showers required by teenage girls :-) The direct beach access was by far the favorite part of our stay. In fact, the beach itself was pristine and almost deserted..it truly felt like our own private beach. It was a relaxing trip and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful property and vacation spot!

Loved staying at this property - what an amazing view from the living area deck and gorgeous beach! The condo was clean and well appointed with room for everyone in our party. We stayed there with two families and the kids loved the bunk room. The master suite and guest master are well decorated -- love the wood accent wall in the master bedroom. The kitchen had all the essentials and living spaces felt warm and inviting. The best part, of course, is the view and easy access to the huge beach. All of us enjoyed our time in the sand as well as the many walks we did around the pond (throwing rocks, feeding the ducks, etc.). Highly recommend this condo!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2020
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Summer 2023

We liked it a lot.. but, also it wasn't exactly what we were expecting. I loved the solitude, the beach. Everyone was so friendly. The condo was well stocked with anything you may need, but it was more dated inside than I realized. This place would be absolutely perfect with a small refresher/facelift.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Hi Sarah, Thank you for your review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the home well stocked. We are sorry to hear that you found the home to be in need of a refresher. I have relayed this to our team and we hope for updates. If we can be of any assistance please feel free to reach out. Warmest Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location but just okay value

The photos made this place appear to be fresh and remodeled. Some parts were nice (the bathrooms) but the rest of the place was pretty run down. For the price we paid, it would have been nice to have some things updated, like the blinds, fridge and coffee maker. Overall, we had a great time and the staff at Pajaro Dunes are friendly and helpful. But for the price we paid, I would say this was just okay value.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2023
Hello Tommy, We appreciate your honest feedback! We hope you were able to enjoy your stay and will take your full feedback and relay it to our team. As for updates regarding the blinds, coffee maker, and fridge we will advise the owner for updates. We hope to have you stay with us again. Kindest Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful stay for a family

We stayed here with my parents as well as our young children and there was plenty of room for everyone. Nice open floor plan, one of the larger condos. Well stocked with everything you could need and very comfortable. Well it is a nice unit and more modern than some of the others I’ve stayed at as well, we were a little bummed how far away it is from the ocean. It is definitely on the farther end of the building. Our friends stayed at a unit that was essentially oceanfront, and they could hear the ocean and waves crashing at night. We were a little bit jealous, is that was definitely not our experience in this particular unit. That said, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend this to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fun but not "Brand New"

We had a great weekend at this location. Amazing access to a wide open beach. The kids loved the ocean. The kids' room had a TV with VHS player and movies. They got a kick out of that. My only complaint is that the listing says "brand new." I was disappointed when we walked through the door. The other adults in our party were not surprised based on the pictures. Their first impression was better than mine. The condo was clean, and the kitchen was well stocked. The front office staff and gate attendants were really friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2023
Hello Laura, Thank you for your honest review! It is great to hear that the kids enjoyed the VHS player as those are a rarity now a days. We do apologize for the confusion on the use of "brand new", our condo is new as a vacation rental and has many premium qualities but we understand how that could cause confusion. We have taken this feedback and will provide better description but we are happy that you were able to enjoy your stay regardless. We hope you stay with us again and if we can be of any assistance please reach out. Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
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