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3 BED/2 BA -Walk to Beach/PRIVATE yard-Sleeps 8 1 HR to LA/30 Min Santa Barbara

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Patio and backyard
Open to the living room from the kitchen.
Second floor living space to take advantages of the cool Ocean breezes.
Room
Benches in front of home for removal of shoes or putting them back on.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Mandalay Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Oxnard, CA
  • Place, Channel Islands Harbor
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Oxnard State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mandalay Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxnard, CA (OXR)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3 BED/2 BA -Walk to Beach/PRIVATE yard-Sleeps 8 1 HR to LA/30 Min Santa Barbara

Welcome to the Dunes Hideaway... Located in the lovely Dunes neighborhood- of Mandalay Shores in Oxnard, California- 30 miles South of Santa Barbara, 1 hour North of Los Angeles. An ideal spot for vacation...check out Ventura, Ojai or Santa Barbara or just enjoy the beautiful beaches! Take an excursion to the Channel Islands harbor -shops and restaurants after a day exploring the Channel Islands National Park. Explore the Main St shops in Ventura and check out one of California's historic Mission - San Buenaventura ; Hop on the Surfliner -the amtrak train- with easy access to0 the coastal towns along your way to Santa Barbara...

Spacious for families with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and a 2 car garage. The home is cozy and has ALL you need to enjoy your stay. Washer and Dryer, toys, beach chairs and beach toys for kids! Complete with high chair, pack and play, baby gates-Great for families! There are several bikes for guest use w/ helmets and bike lock. Large outdoor space with BBQ GAS grill and firepit. Wi-Fi, SMART TV w/ DVR...

Please, no parties or events...Please be considerate of the neighbors and follow house rules. Use common sense and be respectful. It is a peaceful neighborhood.

Oxnard STR Permit # 23-132-008
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 23-132-008
Property # 367768vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property accepts cash
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Oxnard

Located in Oxnard Dunes, a neighbourhood in Oxnard, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Channel Islands Harbor and Ventura Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Channel Islands National Park and Ventura County Fairgrounds. Travelling with kids? Consider Channel Islands Maritime Museum and Golf N' Stuff. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Oxnard, CA

What's nearby

  • Channel Islands Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oxnard State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mandalay County Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mandalay Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mandalay State Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Oxnard Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • Oxnard, CA (OXR) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yolanda's Mexican Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toppers Pizza Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 BED/2 BA -Walk to Beach/PRIVATE yard-Sleeps 8 1 HR to LA/30 Min Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3 BED/2 BA -Walk to Beach/PRIVATE yard-Sleeps 8 1 HR to LA/30 Min Santa Barbara?

As of 14 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 BED/2 BA -Walk to Beach/PRIVATE yard-Sleeps 8 1 HR to LA/30 Min Santa Barbara on 10 Mar 2027 start from £684, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 3 BED/2 BA -Walk to Beach/PRIVATE yard-Sleeps 8 1 HR to LA/30 Min Santa Barbara?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3 BED/2 BA -Walk to Beach/PRIVATE yard-Sleeps 8 1 HR to LA/30 Min Santa Barbara?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 BED/2 BA -Walk to Beach/PRIVATE yard-Sleeps 8 1 HR to LA/30 Min Santa Barbara?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3 BED/2 BA -Walk to Beach/PRIVATE yard-Sleeps 8 1 HR to LA/30 Min Santa Barbara located?

This family-friendly Oxnard holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Mandalay County Park and Channel Islands Harbor. Mandalay Beach and Oxnard State Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 91 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Janna was a great host—very communicative/responsive and went out of her way to help. Property was as advertised. Would stay at one of her properties again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Great house clean and organized

Loved it want to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thank you so much Andrew! You are sweet. Please come back!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathi M.

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

Restful getaway

Nice neighborhood and comfortable accommodations. Barbecue grill and fire pit need a little attention, but overall a nice time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Terry M.

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

Great location and host

Great location for our trip with a party of 4. The house had everything we needed, and Janna was easy to contact and take care of any needs. We took a fun little gondola ride at channel island harbor less than an 10 minute drive from the place, and would definitely recommend it. Ask for Mark at Gondola Paradiso! Dunes Hideaway was a great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2026
It was a pleasure to host you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

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

Comfortable home close to beach

Janna made the check in process very easy. The house is comfortable and the neighborhood is quite. There are bikes to use and the backyard is really inviting. We enjoyed our stay and it was perfect for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Comfy spot in a great location

Came for a few days to visit family in the area and this was a great spot. Close to the beach and easy to get to. Comfortable bed. Good wifi for when we needed to get work done. Loved that we could park our rental car in the garage. Would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

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

Engagement

We had a very nice stay. Took a couple of day trips to go hiking and had a great comfy place to come back to each evening. We walked to the beach early one morning where our son proposed to his girlfriend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bradley W.

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

Great spot for a 5-6 pax staycation

The house is well-laid out and works well as a base for family dining, entertainment and sleeping. The beach is 100 meters away across a busy road, but it's a great sandy expanse and worth the short walk. Plenty of places to eat and shop within a 15-minute drive. There's not much going on in Oxnard, but the location is close to more scenic spots such as Ojai and Santa Barbara.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

liz t.

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

A perfect stay!

The Dunes Hideaway was the perfect home away from home! It has everything you’d need for your stay and Janna was readily available to answer any questions. It was a gloomy and rainy weekend during our stay, but that didn’t stop us from having a great time. my teenage kids enjoyed the bikes and being able to paint rocks, and the living room with the comfy couch was perfect for enjoying a lazy night in with the smell of the ocean air. The location is great! Overall, I would definitely come back next time we are in town visiting family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Trinette B.

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

Nice area and stay!

Nice property and super nice view out back. We were there for a family wedding and had a great time! The access to the back patio area is through one of the bedrooms....so not ideal but still really nice. And the beds in the one bedroom are small...but good. The beds were comfortable and the upstairs layout was great just not super big. Great convenient location by Ventura and Oxnard! Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KATRINA W.

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

Little piece of Heaven

We arrived to a warm and inviting home. While it was bigger than we expected as there were just two of us it had everything we needed for a relaxing and welcoming stay. Quiet neighborhood, and Close to the beach which is what we really wanted. Easy access and communication with owners. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie K.

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

Summer Vacation

Loved the house and the location. The back yard was amazing. Couple of things that would have helped are more toilet paper and trash bags. My son fixed the screen door in the downstairs bedroom as the mesh was completely separated. He also fixed the outside water faucet that was leaking. We enjoyed the vacation and will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thank you Rosalie! You are the best~ Thank you, as I did see that someone had fixed the screen~! your son is so kind. WE can't wait to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

Very comfortable, well equipped 3 full bedroom house, very close to beach

What a find. This was one of the most well equipped home rentals we have ever stayed in. Wanted for nothing (except a bit more lighting in the bedrooms). The two bunk bedroom had lots of toys and books, more games and movies upstairs on main floor. Totally sand back yard perfect for kids. Sand toys and beach chairs in garage. Beds comfortable, tv's (all three )worked well. Host was helpful and easy to communicate with. 2-3 blocks to a huge beach that was never busy or crowded. Safe to swim. A perfect place to take our three grandchildren for fall break.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thank you so much Judy. I am so happy the home worked well for you. We hope to be able to host you again in the near future. =)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonia G.

Great family house near the beach

This home was perfectly suited for our family needs on our recent trip to Ventura for a weekend wedding. We had 4 adults (my husband and I, our daughter and son-in-law, and 2 young granddaughters). The home was very comfortable, and had all necessary amenities. My granddaughters LOVED the bunk beds, and that bedroom was nicely appointed with books, games, toys, and some stuffed animals that the girls loved sleeping with! The beds in the other two bedrooms were very comfortable! The owners had bikes and sand toys, so all the girls took a short trip to the beach to play in the sand in the morning before the evening wedding. But I’d really like to recommend our host and homeowner Janna - without going into the specific details, I’d like to mention how accommodating she was to our special circumstances. She was friendly, helpful and prompt to respond. I definitely would recommend this property to anyone looking for a home to rent in this area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Tonia- your review makes what I do completely worth it. We appreciate you so much and very happy to hear how well the home worked for you and your family. We hope to accommodate you again in the near future.=)
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here a few days as part of a trip that included national parks, beach and a concert in LA. Great location for all of that. There were a few minor issues. The back yard is accessed through a downstairs bedroom. The Kitchen is up a flight of fairly steep stairs so if you want to cook/eat outside be forewarned. Some of the patio furniture is pretty rusty( I know-beach weather) and the solar string lights only stayed on a few minutes. No A/C and the fans provided are small desk fans. Although we only used the beach chairs and sunshade, there was an abundance of beach accessories and toys. The use of the garage was appreciated and the checkout instructions were very reasonable. I would have given this place 5 stars but for one overwhelming issue. This owner has notes reminding you of the house rules all over the place! Everywhere I turned I felt like I was being scolded like a small child for something I haven't even done. I've never seen anything like it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2026
Thank you for your response... I am so sorry you felt scolded. The notes are small reminders since many of the guests that stay in the home do not always have the opportunity to read the detailed notes in the welcome letter that we send. It is not meant to scold, but to remind you about safety issues.
Verified

8/10 Good

Annemarie O.

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

Big beach home

This home was large . The living space is on the second floor and adds a treehouse feeling.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey C.

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

Great central location to visit Channel Islands

We enjoyed our stay. Great central location to visit the Channel Islands as we cruised from both the Oxnard and Ventura harbor. We liked being close to the beach but for our kids we we drove to other beaches because the surf was strong. The house had plenty of options for sleeping and it was for sure the best bed/sheets I’ve ever had in a vacation home. The weather got cold so after the beach one day we all curled up on the big comfy couch and watched a movie. We had the best time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

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

Great Girls’ Getaway

We had a wonderful time hanging out, cooking, playing games and exploring the area! Great price too!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

The Dunes.

2 blocks from the beach! Plenty of room for us and the fur kids. It was a great base for us to do all our visiting from. We lived nearby for 20 years and it was just what we were looking for, looking forward to staying again.
Verified

8/10 Good

John K J.

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

Nice

We enjoyed our stay here. The only reason this is not a 5 star stay is two fold. We wished for a nicer view than sand dunes behind us. .. so know that first. And the kitchen was not well equipped for cooking in. Which is what we wanted to do. Other than that and a very high bed, don't look elsewhere... just be aware.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

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

Comfy and homey beach house

Very nice. Clean. Kitchen fully stocked, except we couldn’t find a toaster. Bikes we’re an added plus! So fun for the kids to ride to the beach! The only downside was the stairs were too much for the grandparents. Would be helpful if we knew earlier how steep they were. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alison r.

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

A fantastic stay!!

The house is beautiful - cozy and comfortable. The neighborhood is quiet and just a short distance to everything you could need. We really enjoyed our stay. We really enjoyed watching the sunrise and sunset. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Young L.

A little disappointing

The things we appreciated: Quiet neighborhood Comfortable beds Things we did not: Looked forward to s’mores but the propane cans were empty. The bathrooms smelled of mildew/urine (the rugs may need to be washed or replaced). The tv and the multiple remotes were not user friendly even while using the instructions. The pictures of this property show much better than reality.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

diego p.

Everything was excellent

The house is beatifull!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Nancy M.

Not What We Expected

We expected more for what we paid for our stay. The house needs to be remodeled, especially the kitchen. The kitchen cabinets next to the refrigerator were a mess as the content were just thrown in with no order. The counters were stained and peeling, the porcelain sink had multiple chips and the cabinet doors did not close (latch). The condition of the kitchen did not give us a good feeling that the place was highly maintained. There were six pages of house rules of which some should have been taken care of the cleaning crew (i.e., strip bed sheets and start washer. Never had to do this with other VRBO listings.). Taking care of the trash and recycling bins was also an issue as there was no labeling of them. Had to call Owner to figure which ones belonged to the place. If guests are responsible for some cleaning why the large cleaning fee? The images on VRBO were bright and inviting but, in reality, the place was dark and dreary. Location was convenient for a quiet relaxing vacation but would not stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review. I am so sorry that you felt that way. We know for a fact that our prices are very competitive for the amenities and location provide. Just walk across Harbor blvd and you will pay 25-50% more nightly...We have 2 pages of check out instructions- which is not too much to ask and most guests appreciate the thorough instructions.I don't think it is too much to ask to put out the trash and recycling weekly. Every year we put tons of time and money into updating our home. It is very disheartening to hear your hurtful comments. It is not dark and dreary if you open up the curtains; it is light and bright just like the photos that were updated last summer.It is a vacation home, so for its intended use we are happy with it as are most of our guests. Of course we would LOVE to work on the kitchen more, and that is in our plans. This past year we had ALL windows replaced, the entire floors redone with a beautiful flooring, purchased new TV's, a new sectional for the living room and updated the outdoor area as well. I own and operate up to 10 homes and it is standard to ask guests to strip the sheets, run the dishwasher and take out the trash. I only hope others will read your review and take it with a grain of salt, knowing it is just one unfortunate review out of many glowing reviews.

About the host

Hosted by J P

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Our family love's Oxnard's beaches! I grew up here and love running on the beach in the mornings with our dogs. I absolutely LOVE providing memorable experiences for others to enjoy this beautiful Channel Islands area. This is our 2nd home and we cherish it; We are always adding special touches to the home and we come out to enjoy and vacation ourselves with family at least 2-3X a year!

Why they chose this property

Oxnard is an ideal location due to its close proximity to Los Angeles' attractions to the south and Santa Barbara's offerings to the north. There is something here for everyone! This is where I grew up, so it has a lot of family history and is very special to us as our 2nd home.

What makes this property unique

This home is unique, due to the location, and the privacy. WE back to an open space of Sand Dunes so there are no neighbors backing to our home...The Channel Islands offers uncrowded beaches galore! Visitors can dine at local fresh fish markets, explore antique stores, and shop at local farmers' markets. Santa Barbara is a scenic 25-mile drive north and Los Angeles is a 1-hour drive south.

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