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Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Moss Landing, CA
- Place, Salinas River State Beach2 min walk
- Place, Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve8 min walk
- Place, Salinas River Mouth Nature Preserve3 min drive
- Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!
A piece of heaven on earth. One of the most memorable and peaceful vacations you'll experience. Away from traffic and large crowds. You'll feel like you're at a resort with all the amenities, including access to a pool, hot tub, tennis courts, golf driving net, bocce ball, basketball court, volleyball and so much more. The beach is only steps from your back decks, it will seem as if you're by yourselves on most days. Ocean views from the living, dining, kitchen and one of the master bedrooms.
The Monterey Dunes Colony is a gated community on the beach sitting between Monterey and Santa Cruz. Close to excellent restaurants, shopping, hiking and other outdoor activities. This house features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with beautiful ocean views and direct beach access. One of the master bedrooms, the main living area, dining and kitchen have beautiful views of Monterey Bay. You can watch dolphins, seals and whales from the comfort of the living room, dining area and outdoor decks. Beautiful sunsets are a daily occurrence. This house is ideal for a large family or 2 smaller families.
You have the entire house and also get to take advantage of the gated community amenities. The unit is split level with a vaulted ceiling in the main living area with lots of windows to take advantage of the ocean view. There are 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. One of the master bedrooms has a king size bed with a beautiful ocean view with an attached full bathroom with a shower. There is a deck just outside this master bedroom. The other master bedroom has a queen size bed with an attached full bathroom with a tub/shower. The third bedroom is on the same level as the living area with two-double beds. The third bathroom has a tub/shower and is between the upstairs bedroom and the living area.
The kitchen is stocked with dishes, glasses, utensils, pots, and pans etc. There is a large refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, garbage disposal, stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, and toaster. Enjoy eating your meals either indoors or outdoors on the patio dining set. We also have a full size washer and dryer. There is a TV in the main living area and in one of the master bedrooms with local channels available. We have Wifi set up, but because of the secluded location on the Dunes, it can be spotty at times. The Dunes has a Club with a pool which is open April to October, tennis courts, basketball hoop, bocce ball and golf nets. We can only host 7 people at one time INCLUDING INFANTS (the HOA has very strict rules). We get fined $150/night per person over 7 and will be assessed to your stay, should a violation occur. Also no smoking will be tolerated. While we love pets, we cannot allow guests to bring their own animals as the HOA does not allow it. There is a fine of $400/animal that will be assessed to your stay and the animal must be removed immediately.
There is an additional cost per night of 10.5 % Monterey County tax and a $150 cleaning fee per stay (It will be listed as a Host Fee). The Service Fee is VRBO's fee. The Monterey Dunes Colony Resort fee is included in the daily rate.
The Monterey Dunes Colony is a gated community on the beach sitting between Monterey and Santa Cruz. Close to excellent restaurants, shopping, hiking and other outdoor activities. This house features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with beautiful ocean views and direct beach access. One of the master bedrooms, the main living area, dining and kitchen have beautiful views of Monterey Bay. You can watch dolphins, seals and whales from the comfort of the living room, dining area and outdoor decks. Beautiful sunsets are a daily occurrence. This house is ideal for a large family or 2 smaller families.
You have the entire house and also get to take advantage of the gated community amenities. The unit is split level with a vaulted ceiling in the main living area with lots of windows to take advantage of the ocean view. There are 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. One of the master bedrooms has a king size bed with a beautiful ocean view with an attached full bathroom with a shower. There is a deck just outside this master bedroom. The other master bedroom has a queen size bed with an attached full bathroom with a tub/shower. The third bedroom is on the same level as the living area with two-double beds. The third bathroom has a tub/shower and is between the upstairs bedroom and the living area.
The kitchen is stocked with dishes, glasses, utensils, pots, and pans etc. There is a large refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, garbage disposal, stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, and toaster. Enjoy eating your meals either indoors or outdoors on the patio dining set. We also have a full size washer and dryer. There is a TV in the main living area and in one of the master bedrooms with local channels available. We have Wifi set up, but because of the secluded location on the Dunes, it can be spotty at times. The Dunes has a Club with a pool which is open April to October, tennis courts, basketball hoop, bocce ball and golf nets. We can only host 7 people at one time INCLUDING INFANTS (the HOA has very strict rules). We get fined $150/night per person over 7 and will be assessed to your stay, should a violation occur. Also no smoking will be tolerated. While we love pets, we cannot allow guests to bring their own animals as the HOA does not allow it. There is a fine of $400/animal that will be assessed to your stay and the animal must be removed immediately.
There is an additional cost per night of 10.5 % Monterey County tax and a $150 cleaning fee per stay (It will be listed as a Host Fee). The Service Fee is VRBO's fee. The Monterey Dunes Colony Resort fee is included in the daily rate.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start 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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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About the area
Castroville
Located in Castroville, this holiday home is on the beach. Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum and National Steinbeck Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include First Mayor's House and Steinbeck House. Moss Landing Marine Laboratories and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute are also worth visiting.
Moss Landing, 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 - 7 min drive
- 7-Eleven - 13 min drive
- birrieria Coalcoman - 8 min drive
- Jack in the Box - 14 min drive
- Burger King - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
21 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
David B.
3 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend to escape the heat
David B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sandee G.
16 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Serene
Sandee G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
20 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girl’s weekend getaway
Michelle M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Linda G.
29 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CSUMB Graduation Celebration
Linda G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
15 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beach get-away!
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Daniel M.
22 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Getaway
Daniel M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Liana
12 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Liana
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elaine B.
3 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Castroville
Elaine B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donald W.
26 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Donald W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Linda C.
12 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House by the Ocean
Linda C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deborah I.
9 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Deborah I.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Ellen F.
22 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach at Monterey Dunes
Ellen F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Judy S.
10 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A heck of a way to celebrate a birthday!
Judy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
27 Dec, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Christmas Vacation
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Norman N.
13 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Monterey Golf Trip
Norman N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carl K.
29 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monterey Dunes
Carl K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa M.
22 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memories with our kids
Melissa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Denny C.
30 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good experience
Denny C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maureen H.
11 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The View -- Ocean and Dunes!
Maureen H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen P.
2 Nov, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, comfortable & well appointed, views fantastic!
Karen P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Priya K.
20 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, good experience
Priya K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
4/10 Poor
RICHARD S.
26 Aug, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
RICHARD S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Edward T.
12 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and Tranquility
Edward T.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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