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Pajaro Dunes Resort - Cozy Seaside Condo Steps to the Beach with WiFi

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Room
Room
A coastal hotel with multiple-story buildings, a beach view, and a hilly landscape.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Pajaro Dunes Resort - Cozy Seaside Condo Steps to the Beach with WiFi

Enjoy our happy place at Pajaro Dunes Resort. Just steps to the sand. 2 bedroom condominium in the gated Shorebirds complex at Pajaro Dunes. Perfect for 2 couples or a small family beach getaway. Our condo faces Monterey perfect for enjoying sunrises.

2 Bedroom, 2 bath with a California King in the master suite and a Queen with a Twin Bunk Bed in the guest bathroom. We recently updated our fireplace in our living room to a new electric fireplace to enjoy during the chilly evenings and mornings listening to the sounds of the ocean.

Spend family fun playing Pickle Ball, tennis or basketball with courts located on site. Stop by our lobby where we offer an assortment of loaner sports equipment for our renters including pickle ball sets!

Enjoy miles of untouched shoreline, collect seashells and sand dollars. or Roast s'mores in the evenings. A true coastal escape on the Monterey Bay.
County of Santa Cruz Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate Certified since 1973. PDNA Rental Permit: 34-45U

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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 and start the dishwasher
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
Return furniture to its original location. Close all window coverings. Turn off all appliances and heaters. After loading the dishwasher, please do not leave any dishes behind in the sink.
Remove all recycling from home to outside bins.
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

Property Registration Number CO04521
Property # 1574084vb
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
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

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 Rio Del Mar Beach. Watsonville Center for the Arts and Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palm Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Capitola Beach - 34 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 42 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 60 min drive - 59.4 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 33 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
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pajaro Dunes Resort - Cozy Seaside Condo Steps to the Beach with WiFi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pajaro Dunes Resort - Cozy Seaside Condo Steps to the Beach with WiFi?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pajaro Dunes Resort - Cozy Seaside Condo Steps to the Beach with WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pajaro Dunes Resort - Cozy Seaside Condo Steps to the Beach with WiFi?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Pajaro Dunes Resort - Cozy Seaside Condo Steps to the Beach with WiFi located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve and within 3 miles (5 km) of Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. Sunset State Beach is 2.1 mi (3.4 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. 32 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will M.

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

Great Stay

The place was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 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

Teacher T.

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

Relaxing Beach Stay

Beautiful, quiet, gated resort condo steps away from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec, 2024
Hello Teacher, Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us at Pajaro Dunes Resort! We are delighted to hear that you had a beautiful, quiet, and relaxing time during your visit. It’s wonderful to know that the condo, just steps from the beach, offered you the perfect space to unwind and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. We would love to welcome you back anytime for another peaceful getaway. Thank you again for being such a wonderful guest, and we wish you all the best until we see you again! Warm Regards, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

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

Wonderful stay!

This unit was relatively modern and spotless, perfectly equipped and located for a small family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2021
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

Sally M.

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

Whales!

We had a great time. Clean and very well appointed condo. Lots to do and as a bonus we saw whales every day from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2025
We’re so glad you had a great time! How amazing that you got to see whales every day—that’s such a special bonus. We’d love to welcome you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June W.

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

Birthday get-a-way

All was as advertised. Clean, well stocked, close to access to beach, close to pickleball courts, and lake.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2025
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re thrilled to hear everything was just as expected and that you had a wonderful birthday getaway. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb H.

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

Beautiful!

Beautiful stay with great kitchen amenities. Lovely and quiet with easy beach access.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr, 2024
Hi there Debra, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a sweet review. We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Pajaro and that the kitchen amenities we of great convenience to you! We hope to host you again soon. Warmly, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gianna K.

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

Quiet and Relaxing

Perfect escape for our family with small children. Easy walk to the beach, family friendly, and good size condo for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2024
Hi Gianna! We loved that Pajaro Dunes Resort was the perfect vacation place for you and your family. Hope to see you soon! Warm Regards, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Amazing Location

Literally steps from the beach. Beautiful property, clean and somewhat isolated. We had a wonderful stay and are already talking about a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2024
We love hearing that you already want to come back! We love our hidden paradise on the Monterey Bay. Thanks for choosing to stay with us at Pajaro Dunes Resort.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRADLEY S.

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

Beach Getaway

wonderful unit with many amenities and all in excellent condition. Very easy access to beach where you can stroll for a couple of miles.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Family Gathering

Wonderful gathering with our family for the Easter holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec, 2022
Hello Rebecca, We are so happy that you and your family spent Easter holiday with us at the Pajaro Dunes! We hope to welcome you again in the future. Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

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

We had a lovely stay

The condo was very nice and clean. Great location and close to the beach access. We all enjoyed our there. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 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

10/10 Excellent

Drea

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property and really would love a chance to return. The only critic we have is that the wicker furniture needs to be replaced as it seems to be a bit musky and we would have loved it if the popcorn ceilings had been removed throughout the property as they tend to hold the moisture from the sea and produce a musky smell throughout the unit. Otherwise it was a comfortable and wonderful experience. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

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

Summer Vacation

Great vacation with grandma and the boys!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2021
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

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to go back!

Great property. We were there during a quiet and cool weekend. The beach was excellent for playing and walking and not crowded at all. Close enough to town too get Uber eats. And not a bad driver to Monterey.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 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

10/10 Excellent

Shawndra S.

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

Steps to the beach

Loved this property. Sat on the balcony reading and listeni g to the waves. Very well kept.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2023
Shawndra, thanks for this review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your relaxing vacation by the beach with us and unwinding at the sound of each wave. We hope to welcome you back very soon! Thank you, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Serenity

I love how close the beach access is. The community is very clean and quiet and really makes you feel at home. This was out first real family vacation and it was absolutely perfect. We will definitely be coming back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2023
Hello Laura, Thank you for your feedback! We are so happy to hear that you had a perfect vacation with us. The beauty of our resort is the closeness to the beach and we love to hear that our guests experienced this too. We hope that you stay with us again. Kindest Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Girls trip

Great experience!! Steps from the beach! We cooked Friday night and enjoyed our wine on the patio!! Would recommend to everyone!! I’m getting ready to plan the next trip😉
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2021
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

Gina R.

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

Lovely rental

The property was spotless and decorated beautifully. There isn't an ocean view, but still nice being on the dunes. We were very comfortable there. I am very particular with cleanliness and I was VERY impressed with how immaculate the house is kept. The only mild negative is the dryer vent needs to be maintained - I tried to wash one load and it took three full 60-minute dryer cycles to dry one load. I recommend this unit!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 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

angela c.

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

Spring Break Beach Getaway

The unit is close to the beach. I traveled with an elderly mom and the was perfect. 20 steps away from the beach with a few stairs to walk down. The unit was updated and clean. The bathrooms had a high step and was a challenging for the toddler and my mom. Parking was easy and accessible. Parking lot to unit was perfect because we were at a ground level unit. Sea otters were seen in the ocean. Bonfires at night made happy memories for all of us.
Stayed 3 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

4/10 Poor

Mari T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

No View of Beach and Mattress was old & terrible

It was a huge disappointment to say the least. We looked forward to seeing a beautiful view of the beach but instead had a great view of a dune obstructing the entire view of the beach. And to make matters worse, the mattress needed to be replaced bigtime! The springs were well over used where it felt lopsided and my husband couldn't sleep. Therefore moved to one of the bunk beds which killed any romance whatsoever. The advertisement was misleading and overpriced for what was offered. Very unfortunate experience. On a positive note, we both loved the clean, upgraded shower in the guest bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy G.

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

Affordable Pajaro Dunes Option

Our 5th summer visit at Pajaro Dunes. We knew going into the visit that we wouldn't get the ocean view but still missed it. Just how it goes. Good furniture setup inside and everything is comfortable. Easy access to beach. Well stocked with dishes, bowls, baking and cooking supplies. Only had salt and pepper and oil available. Patio area is large. Missed the beach goodies that are usually provided in other units. Really was needing Tupperware, bags, saran wrap for leftovers. There was an espresso maker that looked amazing but we couldn't find anything (pods) at the grocery store that worked in it. TV was difficult to figure out with no instructions for use. Dryer took three cycles to dry one load. Overall, we got a great deal with this unit and were able to stay for 5 nights making for a wonderful family vacation. You really cannot go wrong at Pajaro Dunes.
Stayed 5 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

Kellen T.

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

Great!

Lovely space, steps to the sand! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov, 2021
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

patricia l.

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

Construction

The property was perfect. The problem was the first morning at 8;00 AM we awoke to the sounds of construction. We were aware there was some but were told it was in another section. They did send a nice gift basket but it was very disappointing as the property was not inexpensive to rent.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Great location

Great quiet location and beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov, 2021
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

Diana N.

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

Nice getaway

Very nice property. It was very clean and well kept!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2021
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.

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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

Our home is professionally managed by the Pajaro Dunes Resort team. If you need any assistance - from how to operate something, to maid service or supplies, just call! They are at your service 7 days a week, 9-5. We have an After-Hours Answering Service as well should anything come up and you need their assistance!

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