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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 72186 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Courtyard Deck King Suite
1 King Bed
Loft
2 Single Beds
Oceanfront King Suite
1 King Bed
Upper Level Peek-A-Boo Ocean View King Suite
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Attached Bathroom To Courtyard Bedroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Attached Bathroom to Oceanfront Bedroom With Double Shower
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Attached Bathroom to Upper Bedroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub
Beachfront oasis on the beach - boardwalk path 30 second walk to sand! Recently remodeled & and conveniently located near Monterey, Carmel & more. Soak in private hot tub while listening to the waves crash. Perfect for 2-3 families.
Split level home with raised living room for better ocean views. 2 king suites on entry level and 1 king suite on upper living room level. Additional bonus spaces (loft and bunk room) are in not included in the bedroom count. Condo sleeps 7 (includes children & infants - no exceptions)
Sleeping Options:
1) Second-floor king bedroom with vaulted ceilings and attached bath, peekaboo ocean views
2) Courtyard king bedroom with attached bath, large sliding glass doors open onto private garden courtyard
3) Oceanfront king master bedroom with sweeping views of ocean and dunes and large attached bath (walk-in double shower, double vanity), large desk & and sliding glass doors open to oceanfront deck and private hot tub
4) Bonus loft area and bunk room - allows for flexible sleeping arrangements beyond the three bedrooms, but not intended to enable hosting more than 7 people total.
Kitchen/dining: Fully equipped kitchen – opens to the dining room w/ocean views!
- Refrigerator, 4 burner electric stove stop, single electric wall oven, dishwasher, microwave, double sink, filtered drinking water, garbage disposal, solid surface quartz counter-tops, toaster, waffle maker, crock pot, rice maker, fondue pot, coffee maker & Keurig
- Spices, condiments, oils (no guarantees, but we use this kitchen too and don't want to be schlepping our salt/pepper with us each visit!)
- Dining table seats up to 8
Common Space: Living room with large, comfortable sectional couch, spacious oceanfront window-seat perfect for napping & whale-watching, fireplace (3 Duraflame logs provided), Samsung 50" 4K Ultra Smart flat screen smart TV (built in apps – esp. Netflix – connect via your credentials), Apple TV, DVD player (lots of available DVDs), Tivoli CD player / Bluetooth speaker / AM/FM radio, and numerous games, puzzles, and family activities. A digital TV antenna provides several basic channels - NO CABLE TV. HDMI cables provided for streaming (our solution to watching major sporting events if game isn't available via antennae.)
New HE washer & dryer
Private Hot Tub:
- Private oceanfront 4 person hot tub located on the lower deck. Professional spa maintenance crew services the spa every Tuesday and Friday.
Dedicated Work Spaces:
- Large desk in the oceanfront master bedroom
- Secretary desk in the courtyard bedroom
Outdoor Space:
- Large fenced courtyard sheltered from wind
- Oceanfront upper deck located off the dining room (perfect for sunset cocktails)
- Oceanfront lower deck off master bedroom with 4 person hot tub
- Community amenities located 1/4th mile walk from the house at the recreation center:
- 8 person hot tub heated throughout the year
- Swimming pool (heated Easter to October)
- 2 tennis courts
- Basketball court
- Pickle-ball court
- Bocce ball court (equipment in unit)
- Sand volleyball court
- Shuffleboard (equipment in unit)
Misc:
- Misc./Toys/Activities available in the unit: balls, tennis racquets, sand toys, bocce ball, pickle ball, ping pong and shuffleboard sets
- Ping Pong Table
- Linens and towels laundered by housekeeping at check-out
- Personal care & basics provided: body soap, shampoo, conditioner, TP, paper towels, tissue, etc.
- Baby items: Pack-n-Play portable crib, strap on dining chair booster, and safety bumper for glass coffee table available in 2nd-floor bedroom
- Not wheelchair accessible. There are multiple short flights of stairs throughout the house. All stairs have handrails, but please be aware if booking for small children or elderly.
- DISCLOSURE: wifi video doorbell records front door and courtyard entrance (exterior only)
*** PLEASE BEWARE OF SCAMMERS! WE DO NOT ADVERTISE THIS PROPERTY AT A DISCOUNT ON CRAIGSLIST! ***
Split level home with raised living room for better ocean views. 2 king suites on entry level and 1 king suite on upper living room level. Additional bonus spaces (loft and bunk room) are in not included in the bedroom count. Condo sleeps 7 (includes children & infants - no exceptions)
Sleeping Options:
1) Second-floor king bedroom with vaulted ceilings and attached bath, peekaboo ocean views
2) Courtyard king bedroom with attached bath, large sliding glass doors open onto private garden courtyard
3) Oceanfront king master bedroom with sweeping views of ocean and dunes and large attached bath (walk-in double shower, double vanity), large desk & and sliding glass doors open to oceanfront deck and private hot tub
4) Bonus loft area and bunk room - allows for flexible sleeping arrangements beyond the three bedrooms, but not intended to enable hosting more than 7 people total.
Kitchen/dining: Fully equipped kitchen – opens to the dining room w/ocean views!
- Refrigerator, 4 burner electric stove stop, single electric wall oven, dishwasher, microwave, double sink, filtered drinking water, garbage disposal, solid surface quartz counter-tops, toaster, waffle maker, crock pot, rice maker, fondue pot, coffee maker & Keurig
- Spices, condiments, oils (no guarantees, but we use this kitchen too and don't want to be schlepping our salt/pepper with us each visit!)
- Dining table seats up to 8
Common Space: Living room with large, comfortable sectional couch, spacious oceanfront window-seat perfect for napping & whale-watching, fireplace (3 Duraflame logs provided), Samsung 50" 4K Ultra Smart flat screen smart TV (built in apps – esp. Netflix – connect via your credentials), Apple TV, DVD player (lots of available DVDs), Tivoli CD player / Bluetooth speaker / AM/FM radio, and numerous games, puzzles, and family activities. A digital TV antenna provides several basic channels - NO CABLE TV. HDMI cables provided for streaming (our solution to watching major sporting events if game isn't available via antennae.)
New HE washer & dryer
Private Hot Tub:
- Private oceanfront 4 person hot tub located on the lower deck. Professional spa maintenance crew services the spa every Tuesday and Friday.
Dedicated Work Spaces:
- Large desk in the oceanfront master bedroom
- Secretary desk in the courtyard bedroom
Outdoor Space:
- Large fenced courtyard sheltered from wind
- Oceanfront upper deck located off the dining room (perfect for sunset cocktails)
- Oceanfront lower deck off master bedroom with 4 person hot tub
- Community amenities located 1/4th mile walk from the house at the recreation center:
- 8 person hot tub heated throughout the year
- Swimming pool (heated Easter to October)
- 2 tennis courts
- Basketball court
- Pickle-ball court
- Bocce ball court (equipment in unit)
- Sand volleyball court
- Shuffleboard (equipment in unit)
Misc:
- Misc./Toys/Activities available in the unit: balls, tennis racquets, sand toys, bocce ball, pickle ball, ping pong and shuffleboard sets
- Ping Pong Table
- Linens and towels laundered by housekeeping at check-out
- Personal care & basics provided: body soap, shampoo, conditioner, TP, paper towels, tissue, etc.
- Baby items: Pack-n-Play portable crib, strap on dining chair booster, and safety bumper for glass coffee table available in 2nd-floor bedroom
- Not wheelchair accessible. There are multiple short flights of stairs throughout the house. All stairs have handrails, but please be aware if booking for small children or elderly.
- DISCLOSURE: wifi video doorbell records front door and courtyard entrance (exterior only)
*** PLEASE BEWARE OF SCAMMERS! WE DO NOT ADVERTISE THIS PROPERTY AT A DISCOUNT ON CRAIGSLIST! ***
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
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Check out before 11:00 AM
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Smoking
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Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash and dry beach towels if used. Housekeeping will fold - ok to leave in dryer.
Start load of white towels & bath mats
Turn off thermostats, turn hot tub down to 95, add water to hot tub if water below jets, and latch. Take recycling to the clubhouse.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Castroville
Located in Castroville, this holiday home is on the beach. Cinemark Century Marina and Cinemark Century Northridge Mall 14 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monterey Bay and Salinas River State Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, or check out an event or a game at California Rodeo Grounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Castroville, CA
What's nearby
- Salinas River State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Salinas River Mouth Nature Preserve - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- Cannery Row - 31 min drive - 30.7 km
- Monterey Bay Aquarium - 34 min drive - 32.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Phil’s Fish Market & Eatery - 8 min drive
- 7-Eleven - 14 min drive
- birrieria Coalcoman - 8 min drive
- Jack in the Box - 15 min drive
- Burger King - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
4 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ed B.
22 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ed B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Beverly W.
23 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beverly W.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Keri T.
1 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Keri T.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Darren M.
29 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monterey golf trip
Darren M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon S.
6 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home
Shannon S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
brad h.
22 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
brad h.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cindy K.
22 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Cindy K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrew H.
7 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place for a family beach vacation
Andrew H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
dustin s.
6 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

dustin s.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
FERESA R.
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was amazing
FERESA R.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie L.
13 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The greatest getaway
Stephanie L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa C.
12 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melissa C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly S.
4 May 2025
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Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrew H.
24 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great stay by a quiet beach
Andrew H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
anne j.
31 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous oceanfront hideout
anne j.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa A.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Long Weekend
Melissa A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bess S.
4 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break family trip
Bess S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lena S.
9 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rennsport From All Over
Lena S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Teal F.
11 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene location
Teal F.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roscoe E.
19 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Getaway!
Roscoe E.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marylee C.
23 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay at the Dunes
Marylee C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carey F.
30 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Unit!
Carey F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine B.
11 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique property
Christine B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
6/10 Okay
Alan W.
17 May 2025
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in
overall good
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About the host
Hosted by Alison Jefferson
Why they chose this property
This is our family vacation retreat. We want to relax and enjoy the beach in comfort and luxury and welcome you to experience the same. Ours is one of the only Monterey Dunes rental listings that is recently remodeled/redecorated and offers a private oceanfront hot tub. Whether you want to lean back and watch the whales from the comfort of the living room, or get out and walk on the beach for miles, you will find everything you're looking for in this property. Our space is set up for quality time both indoors and out, and you'll find a wealth of amenities for both fun and relaxation.
What makes this property unique
- Unparalleled location! Miles of sandy beachfront just steps away. Listen to the ocean from the hot tub or master bedroom. Whale watch from the comfort of the living room.
- Private 4 person oceanfront hot tub
- Flexible sleeping accommodations
- Recently remodeled
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Tons of activities and amenities at the community clubhouse (tennis, bocce, swimming pool, 8 person community hot tub, etc)
- Private 4 person oceanfront hot tub
- Flexible sleeping accommodations
- Recently remodeled
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Tons of activities and amenities at the community clubhouse (tennis, bocce, swimming pool, 8 person community hot tub, etc)
Languages:
English
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