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Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point

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Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Terrace/patio
Beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Zmudowski State Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom Suite

1 Queen Bed

Second Guest Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point

Welcome to your perfect beachside escape—an inviting, recently renovated condo designed for making lasting memories with family and friends. This professionally managed and sanitized 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat accommodates 7 featuring a Queen bed in the master suite, a Queen bed in the guest bedroom, and a bunk bed with a Double on the bottom and a Twin on top, comfortably accommodating families and groups.

Both bathrooms have been beautifully remodeled, with the guest bathroom offering a tub—perfect for kids. The condo features hardwood flooring throughout, a cozy fireplace, and a private patio with easy access to the beach just steps away. Relax indoors with a Smart TV in the living room, plus TVs in both the master bedroom and bunk room for the kids.

Located at Pelican Point, a quite complex at the end of Pajaro Dunes community on the ground floor. While we have dune views, sounds of the waves can be heard from our home. Within our gated Pajaro Dunes community, guests enjoy access to scenic walking trails, basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts, 24-hour security, and more. Please note that per HOA policy, BBQs are not permitted in the Pelican condos.

Perfectly situated between Santa Cruz and Monterey and just one hour south of Silicon Valley, this coastal retreat offers endless opportunities for relaxation and adventure. Popular nearby activities include kayaking, surfing, swimming, surf fishing, horseback riding, and bird watching. Just a short drive away, explore the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Monterey Bay Aquarium, local wineries, restaurants, and shopping.

County of Santa Cruz Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate #CO00155 — Certified since 1973.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Quiet Time at 10pm.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$250 Fine. No Smoking on Patio Decks.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
After loading the dishwasher, please do not leave any dishes behind in the sink. Remove all recycling from home to outside bins.
Turn off all appliances and heaters.
Close all window coverings. Return all contents & furniture to its original position.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No Shoes in the home.No Pets Allowed $250 Per Day if pet found.No Smoking on Patio Decks. $250 fine.Allowed in designated areas.Quiet Time 10pm - 8am.
Guest list required for visiting guests. Put any used towels in washing machine, but do not start the cycle. Return furniture to original position.
Remove all garbage, recycling from home to outside bins. Rinse dishes and load the dishwasher, do not start the cycle.Turn heaters, appliances off.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Note from host: Quiet Time at 10pm.
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number CO05941
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this condo is in a rural area 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. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Zmudowski State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Monterey Bay - 45 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 56 min drive - 58.7 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 32 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville condo building is just steps away from Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Beach

Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
Hello Michelle, We are so happy you found this to be a beautiful place to stay. We hope you stay with us again. Kindest Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shina R.

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

Great place to stay with a group

A bunch of us were staying there while in town for a friend's wedding. Was beautiful to be right on the beach. The condo was comfy for 7 adults and a toddler. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Great to hear everyone enjoyed their time at our beach condo and at your friend's wedding. Sounds like a lovely time. We look forward to welcoming you back to Pajaro Dunes Resort.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline K.

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

Nice location

Unique location - beautiful views of the ocean and sunrise/sunsets
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 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

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Great location

Our family stayed here 3 nights. We liked how quiet it was and how it was nestled in the sand dunes and so close to the ocean! It was also nice to be centrally located between Monterey and Santa Cruz.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hi Gary, Its so amazing to hear that you enjoyed your stay! We are blessed to have a wonderful location right between two beautiful cities to enjoy the activities for both while still being able to come to a secluded little paradise. We hope you stay with us again, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald G.

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

Great place for a beachfront getaway

Home was very clean and well kept. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 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

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Great stay

We have rented in the same condos several times now and they are always great. The location can't be beat and the property management is very helpful. This condo was beautiful and well set up. Thank for another great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 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

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

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

Great Getaway

Perfect for a short, small getaway to the beach. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2024
Hi there Allie, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We do appreciate any and all feedback we can get from our guests as we're always looking for ways we can improve our amenities and our services. We are stoked to hear that Pelican 3 was perfect for your mini getaway to the beach. We hope to see you again soon! Warmly, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

8/10 Good

Louise B.

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

Pelican 3

Great property in a great location. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Bring coats for the beach and wet suits for the kids.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 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

8/10 Good

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Cute

Great location. Clean and relaxing. Plenty of everything you need to live there for your stay. My family enjoyed the space and loved that they could go play tennis and walk to the beach on thwir own. Great place!!
Stayed 2 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

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Perfect

Absolutely loved it and will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Nice condo. Good location

This is a great location. The condo is well planned. Definitely satisfied.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2020
We are glad you've enjoyed your stay with us! We hope to welcome you at the beach soon! Best Wishes, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia A.

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

Awesome

The condo was lovely and very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Alicia, thank you for this review! We hope to welcome you back soon! Kindly, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene D.

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

Can’t see the ocean, but it’s close.

This was a great place to stay. Not too far from the ocean, but there are no views of the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2022
Hello Darlene, Thank you so much for your review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Pelican 3 is a lovely condo and ideal for those who would rather not have to use stairs as it is on the ground level. Unfortunately, most ground level homes do not provide any ocean views but are near beach access. We do have various other homes that have amazing ocean views. If you are interested in getting more information on these do not hesitate to give our office a call. We are happy to assist with any questions! Our office is open 7 days a week from 9am to 5pm. Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

barbara j.

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

Family reunion

We rented three houses in the area and this one held two siblings and their families. Great location and well appointed. Great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for staying with us at Pelican Point at Pajaro Dunes Resort. We're so glad everyone enjoyed their time together here at the beach. Great to hear that they found the home to be comfortable! We hope to welcome everyone back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Minutes From the Ocean

Perfect getaway. Cozy yet very comfortable. Literally steps away from the ocean. Can't wait to do it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 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

8/10 Good

Michele D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice place

Listing needs to be updated - no boogie boards :(
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
Thank you for the 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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

The PERFECT family get away

Our condo had everything we needed! The location and accessibility to the beach is 10/10. The games and books helped distract my children in the early morning and evenings. The beach was clean and felt safe. The condo itself was immaculate, well stocked, and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Hello Jessica, We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! We love that you and your little ones were entertained throughout your stay. We would love to have you stay again. Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Relaxing/Fun Time

Condo was clean & well-stocked with everything we needed (non-food). Enjoyed Frisbee/Kites on the beach, and Basketball/Pickleball on the grounds. Everyone in the family enjoyed the relaxing/fun time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2024
Hi William, Thank You for the great review! We loved hearing that you found everything comfortable and well stocked with everything you might want and need during your stay. Hopefully we can host your stay soon! Warm Regards, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel P.

Pristine Condo

What a great weekend with our family and friends. The Condo was spotless. At night the sound of the waves and the relaxing atmosphere made going to sleep very easy. This condo is a keeper for future get-aways.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

10/10 Excellent

Lindsy S.

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

Easy Access

Great location for families with smaller kids since the porch opens up right to the dunes for easy back and forth access. Well stocked and super clean unit with all the amenities we could want (and some we didn't even know we needed)! Our kids loved the bunk beds and we enjoyed playing the many board games that were provided at night. Love Pajaro Dunes and we look forward to a return visit soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Lovely Home

Nice home behind the dunes with a private walkway to the beach. Lovely neighborhood to take a stroll, bird watch, and enjoy nature. The home was stocked with all the necessary kitchen equipment (yeah for storage containers!), plenty of towels, and extra space heaters for those that get extra chilly. Tons of windows and natural lighting. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 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

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

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

Great Girls Weekend

This was a great house for our group of girls. Loved the house, loved the location - sort of. Beautiful beach, but absolutely nothing near the area at all. Everything was a good 35-045 minute drive away. Other than that, perfect place! Well supplied!!! Thank you for a great stay! Owner was very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2023
Hello Kristin, We appreciate your feedback! So happy to hear that you loved the house and had a great stay. We are in a secluded area that is perfect for a peaceful vacation but that does mean we are about half an hour away from bigger cities. We are glad to hear that you were able to enjoy your stay despite the distance to the bigger cities. We hope you stay with us again and if we can be any assistance please let us know. Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Clean!!!

Our only complaint is that you have to check in at one location and then have to drive to the 2nd location and get a parking pass. Otherwise a perfect location... walk out of the back slider to the boardwalk, up the stairs and there is the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2020
Thank you! We do understand that coming to our lobby to check in and then stop at the 2nd gatehouse for your parking pass is a tad inconvenient. With 550 homes here, we accommodate the rules of the homeowners assn., which requires the parking pass be given in person. Hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kori C.

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

Easy access to the beach!

Enjoyed the property and the easy access to the beach via the back patio. It was quiet and we had everything we needed. Enjoyed all the sunlight in the condo. Bring your own shampoo— it wasn’t supplied which is a disappointment for someone who travels a lot and this feels like it should be a given. Also bring your own coffee. Some VRBOs supply coffee and some don’t so — planned for that.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for staying with us at Pajaro Dunes Resort! We're so glad you enjoyed the property and the serenity of the beach. That is frustrating not to have planned to bring shampoo. We avoid single use plastics and therefore we do not supply shampoo, but we do offer it in our lobby store. We're so glad you enjoyed your time on the Monterey Bay! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

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

A COVID Fatigue Retreat

We so enjoyed our stay in Pelican 3. The condo was perfect size and fully equipped for a family vacation. Due to Covid restrictions we stayed on the property the entire time and did all our own cooking for all meals in the condo. The kitchen was set up so well with everything you need to make great meals. We loved the quick 3 minute walk to the beach and even though it was chilly the weather was beautiful and made for a terrific stay. The cleanliness of the condo was superb and we felt extremely safe from others on the property as all staff and guests wore masks. We all planned that we will return each Christmas time to have a break.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec 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

About the host

Hosted by Pajaro Dunes Resort

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When it comes to knowing Pajaro Dunes, there's no better organization to work with than Pajaro Dunes Resort. In our over 40 year history, we have always prided ourselves on providing some of the best vacation rentals, group & conference services. We are the oldest & largest, full-service property management company in the Pajaro Dunes community. County of Santa Cruz Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate #CO00155 Certified since 1973.

Why they chose this property

Located in a Gated Community with an attendant 24 hours provides a peace of mind and serves as security for a relaxing vacation.

What makes this property unique

When the homeowners found this condo, they instantly fell in love with Pajaro Dunes and the small gated beach side community. It is their happy place and they cannot wait to share their home with you! Their condo at Pelican Point has been recently renovated. The kitchen has beautiful granite countertops, gorgeous marble finishes throughout, custom cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. New beds & bunks for the kids!

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