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Pajaro Dunes Resort: 2 Bedroom On the Beach Sleeps 5 Vacation Getaway

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Living area
Dining
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Pajaro Dunes Resort: 2 Bedroom On the Beach Sleeps 5 Vacation Getaway

Our lovely condo offers a bright open floor plan with a remodeled kitchen and living room! This home sleeps up to 5 with a decorative electric fireplace and smart TV to relax and spend quality time. Enjoy peaceful morning walks on the beach in this beautiful condo!

The dining room; fully equipped kitchen and living room flow openly for enjoying family time. There are flat screen TVs with Cable & DVD players in the living room and all bedrooms. The master has a queen bed and guest bedroom has a twin and full bed. This home is on the first level making it easily accessible to the beach where you can watch the sunrise and sunset everyday! This condo faces Monterey which lets you experience spectacular sunrises.

Enjoy the front deck and enjoy the sounds of the ocean. It makes for perfect evenings enjoying clear skies and the fresh ocean breeze. All pillows, linens, towels and beach towels are provided. Our lobby has a gift store where you can find breakfast foods, beer & wine, comfy beach clothing, gifts, souvenirs and great kites!

Nearby amenities include Pickle Ball, basketball, and tennis courts are available for use and we also have sports equipment you can rent out for free at our lobby. We are just a short drive from Santa Cruz, Monterey, Carmel, and Pacific Grove which make for great day trips!

Collect seashells, fly a kite, catch a glimpse of sea mammals, and take a dip in the ocean all in one place! Experience the perks of staying in the Pajaro Dunes Resort and vacation like no other.
County of Santa Cruz Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate Certified since 1973. PDNA Rental Permit: 34-45U
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About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this condo is in a rural area and on the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Watsonville, CA

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 38 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is someplace that I would definitely choose to stay again! Amazing views of the ocean, just steps away from your front door
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the amazing ocean views and the easy beach access right outside your door—those are definitely some of our favorite features too. It means a lot to know you’d choose to stay with us again. We would love to welcome you back anytime for another relaxing coastal getaway. Don’t hesitate to reach out when you’re ready to plan your next visit!
Verified

8/10 Good

Toral F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach view was slightly obstructed but this was a great value for the price and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Beach access was great and we used the pickleball court often which was fun for our kids. I do think the unit could be updated a bit but overall worth it for proximity to beach and the Monterey coast!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your review—we truly appreciate your feedback! We’re glad to hear you and your family enjoyed the easy beach access and had fun making use of the pickleball courts. We appreciate your note about the view and updates, and we’re always looking for ways to improve the guest experience. It’s great to know you found the home to be a good value and enjoyed its proximity to the beach and the beautiful Monterey coast. We’d love to welcome you back for another relaxing beach vacation in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2025
We're so glad you loved our beautiful beach community and found our home comfortable. Hopefully we can host you again at Pajaro Dunes Resort.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris & Jen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay at Pajaro Dunes, as usual! The condo was clean and adorable and had everything we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're so glad you loved our condo and it had everything you needed for your vacation. We'd love to welcome you back to Pajaro Dunes Resort!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Comfortable and relaxing

This condo was just as described and even better. The view and access to the ocean was perfect. The property has been well maintained and had enough amenities to prepare meals and enjoy the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2025
We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay! It’s great that the view, ocean access, and condo amenities made your visit comfortable and relaxing. We’d love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

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

Great place!

Loved how well stocked everything was, nice and clean. First floor location is easy access to parking and b3ach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2023
Hi Jane, I am so happy that you found the home to be nicely stocked and clean. The first floor is definitely the best for easy access. Thank you so much for taking the time to review and we would be so happy if you stayed with us again. Best Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had miscommunication when booking. Staff generously compensated
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re glad we could resolve the booking miscommunication and that you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime! Warm regards, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne F.

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

This is an awesome rental. Beautiful view out to the ocean and the beach access was two doors down.

I will rent there again!!! Very relaxing, staff is outstanding and tranquility is top notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 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

Chris W.

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

Great Beach Location

Very nice two bedroom condo. Right on the beach and can see the ocean from the living room and master bedroom. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 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

Gary A.

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

Great family time

Beautiful property exactly as described. Being on the beach was incredible. Money well spent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Thanks for making memories here with us at Pajaro Dunes Resort.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KRISTEN V.

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

Loved it!

Wonderful and easy!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2023
Thank you for this review ! We are so glad you loved your stay with us. Hopefully we can welcome you back soon! Thank you, Pajaro Dunes Resort Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia R.

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

Peaceful seaside getaway!

Loved this property! So peaceful. Loved the condo with all the amenities possible. So close to Monterey and Santa Cruz for all the fun excursions. Would highly recommend to get away from it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2023
Hi Julie, Thank you for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and that you found our condo comfortable and peaceful. We are also happy to hear that you were able to take advantage of our amenities and explore the nearby areas. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon! Kindest Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mayra S.

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

Cute, well located

Charming condo steps from the beach. First floor which was nice for our young daughter and elderly parents. Pickleball courts were fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 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

Belinda M.

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

Mother's Day/Birthday celebration

It was Mother's Day and my daughter's birthday. We had a lovely visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2023
Hello Belinda, We are so happy to hear that you had a lovely visit and were able to celebrate both Mother's Day and your daughter's birthday. We hope to have you stay with us again! Kindest Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

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

Lovely staycation, access to resprt amenities was a plus!

Early arrival meant time to play tennis before our unit was ready. Pajaro dunes is perfect for a private beach experience, and the small convenience store always has what we have forgotten. We had a blast in monterey playing tourist and loved our time back at home base on the beach. One of our favorite getaway spots!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2024
Hi there Matt, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we're stoked to hear that you had a great stay at Pajaro! it's great to hear that our little gift shop/convenience store always has the essentials one might forget when traveling. We hope you keep us in mind for your next trip to Pajaro! Warmly, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Perfect condo in the dunes!

We loved our long weekend at Pajaro Dunes, playing on the beach, visiting the Monterey Bay Aquarium, and enjoyed the local produce, especially strawberries 🍓 The condo was beautiful inside and out, just steps from the beach and had everything we needed. Our kids didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Mary for this awesome review! So delighted to know you got to explore our area and enjoyed every bit of it! We are here when you are ready to visit again! Thank you, Pajaro Dunes Resort Team
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The carpet in the living room had many stains on it. The beds were not comfortable and the sheets/bedspreads were of poor quality.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2025
Thank you for your review. We're very sorry to hear that the carpet and bedding did not meet your expectations. We've brought your feedback to the attention of our team so we can look into what can be done to improve these areas. We want all our guests to have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Our front office is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and we would have been more than happy to help make your stay more comfortable by finding alternative bedding or addressing the carpet issues during your visit. We truly appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again soon. Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

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

Relaxation

We had a very relaxing couple of days here at the beach. It is so nice to have the water right out the door! The condo is very bright inside with the big windows looking toward the ocean and very comfortable. I will suggest it to my friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2023
Thank you Michele for this amazing review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us right by the beach. We hope to welcome you back soon! Thank you, Pajaro Dunes Resort Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JIM F.

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

Quick stay on the coast

Loved the unit. Fully stocked with everything we needed. Furniture seating was very comfortable and relaxing. Unit was spotless in all areas. If you’re heading to Pajaro Dunes I’d highly recommend this unit. If I’m back in the area it would be the one I’ll look for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2023
Hello Rose, Thank you so much for your review! We love to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the condo to have everything you needed. We would love to have you stay again. Kindest Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Beachfront 2 Bedroom

Shorebirds #69 was a pleasant beach side stay. You could hear the ocean from the bedroom & living room which is what makes a quality ocean stay for me. Mere steps from the beach, plenty of opportunity to go beach combing, which is my favorite activity! More than sufficient kitchen items, paper towels and toilet paper available. Furniture was comfortable and ample. We would definitely stay in #69 again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2023
Hi Deborah, Thank you for taking the time and reviewing our home. It seems that you had a great time and we are so happy that you would like to stay again. We hope to welcome you and have you enjoy beach combing and the ocean waves once again. Warmest Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephanie s.

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

Calm and peaceful oasis

We loved our stay. It truly was a very relaxing vacation. The home is very well stocked with tools for cooking ( not a lot of spices outside of salt and pepper). I loved all the clean sponges and well stocked supplies for cleaning and washing dishes. It feels very secluded so we always do a lot of cooking when staying here. We loved the access to the beach- just a few steps away to the stairs that lead us to the beach. My children enjoyed playing on the beach everyday. We also enjoyed walking and running on the beach as well. The grounds at Pajaro Dunes are so well maintained. There were so my beautiful plants and flowers to admire this time around.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
Hello Stephanie, We greatly appreciate your review! It is always wonderful to hear that our guests enjoy their stay. Pelican point is wonderful as you can see the river and ocean. We are so glad that you were able to indulge in beautiful views and the kids were able to enjoy playing on the beach. We hope to have you stay with us again! Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda T.

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

Sister time

The reclining chairs don’t work for an older person. One of the screen doors came off on the second day we were there. The maintenance man came and took it and said it was an easy repair and he would bring it back that night or the next day. We didn’t get it back until the 4th day we were there. The toilet by the guest bathroom didn’t flush properly and had to be plunged once. Kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2023
Great to hear you enjoyed some sibling time together at the beach! We'll take a look at the recliners to see what's going on. We're so sorry to hear it took some time to fix the screen doors! As for our plumbing, it is older, complex was built in the 70s so we do have to be careful, but we're glad it was resolved quickly. Thanks for staying and hope we can host another beach vacation for you in the future!
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