Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball
Discover your perfect coastal retreat in this stunning 2,300+ sq. ft. contemporary beach house, where panoramic ocean views and the rhythmic sound of waves create an unforgettable backdrop for your getaway with family and friends. Just steps from the sand and water, this thoughtfully designed home seamlessly blends luxury with comfort, accommodating up to 12 guests across two primary queen suites, an additional queen bedroom, a cheerful bunk room perfect for children and a queen sofa bed.
The heart of the home showcases a light-filled great room with a soaring open-beam ceiling, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and expansive windows that frame breathtaking white water ocean and sunset views. From inside the house or on either of the two front decks, you may witness dolphins, otters and seals playing in the surf, humpback whale spouts in the distance or enjoy the spectacular lights of Santa Cruz and Monterey twinkling across the bay. The rear wrap-around deck, nestled among eucalyptus trees and overlooking a stream, also offers a peaceful retreat.
Designed for both relaxation and entertainment, this home features:
Luxurious Living Spaces:
• Two spacious master suites with private decks and premium furnishings • Upstairs master bath with double sinks, large shower, and indulgent soaking tub • Dedicated media room with 60" Smart HDTV, Roku for easy streaming, cable (Spectrum), DVD-player and high-end American Leather queen sleeper sofa • High-speed WiFi throughout for seamless entertainment • Smart HDTVs with Roku for easy streaming and cable in each bedroom • Klipsch Heritage-series bluetooth speaker to stream your favorite music
Gourmet Kitchen & Dining:
• Fully equipped chef's kitchen with new appliances and premium kitchenware • Dual coffee options: traditional drip maker and Keurig for your morning brew • Generous dining space for 12, plus casual breakfast bar seating for 4 • Matching dishes, flatware and glasses along with attractive serving dishes • Weber gas grill for effortless outdoor cooking • Rice cooker, toaster, pancake griddle, crockpot, blender and more small appliances
Beach Life Made Easy:
• Complete beach gear: chairs, towels, sunshade, umbrella, boogie boards, and rolling cart • Convenient foot washing station for sandy returns • Access to community pickleball, tennis courts, bocce ball, volleyball, and basketball facilities as well as an open field for soccer, baseball or other free play • Access to life-size chess board and Connect4, horseshoes and Bocce Ball that can be borrowed from the gatehouse
Family-Friendly Amenities:
• Kids' bunk room with four twin beds and trundle • Games for kids and guests of all ages • Ping-pong table for active group engagement • Portable baby gates and bed (Pack 'n Play) • Plastic cups, plates and bowls • Step stools in bathroom • New full-size washer and dryer (new in 2023) • Fully accessible two-car garage plus ample parking
Pajaro Dunes is a peaceful escape, and our family has endless hours of fun here. Nonetheless, the local area offers endless attractions, activities and culinary experiences. We are always happy to share our recommendations but here are a few nearby options:
• Santa Cruz beach boardwalk (30 minutes) • Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman’s Wharf, Cannery Row (25 minutes) • Berry picking at local farms – season dependent – or visit the farm’s pie and gift shop • Unparalleled local produce from nearby stands or markets • World-class kayaking and bird watching at Elkhorn Slough • Wineries and breweries • Surfing, skim boarding, paddle boarding, kayaking rentals and lessons • Martinelli’s Company Store offers juice tasting (check hours) • Horseback riding • Endless hiking and mountain biking • Restaurants and shopping in Santa Cruz, Capitola, Aptos, Moss Landing and Watsonville • Spectacular golfing with a local ocean-view course (10 minutes) or Pebble Beach (45 minutes) • Ropes course and canopy tours (35 min) • 17-Mile Drive and Carmel-by-the-Sea (45 min) and Big Sur • Missions - San Juan Bautista Mission (30 min) and Carmel Mission (40 min) • UC Santa Cruz (30 min) • Pinnacles National Park (1:15 hour) • Palo Alto & Stanford University (1:10 hours) • San Jose and Silicon Valley, including San Jose International Airport (1 hour) • San Francisco (1:45 hours) San Francisco Airport (1:30 hours)
Whether you're sipping morning coffee to the sound of waves, preparing a family feast in the cook’s kitchen, watching the sunset from your private deck or exploring the amazing area, this thoughtfully appointed home provides the perfect setting for creating lasting memories.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn down heaters in each room to 40 degrees
Close blinds
Cover outdoor furniture on front left side deck
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Only the confirmed number of guests (12 total, no more than 8 adults) are allowed on the property at any given time.
No parties allowed on the property. - The use of the beach or swimming in the ocean is at Guest’s own risk.
Quiet hours start at 10:00.
We may request a picture of your drivers license as part of the reservation confirmation process.
Important information
You need to know
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 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
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 holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Watsonville Center for the Arts and Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.
Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 37 min drive - 40.4 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium - 51 min drive - 58.3 km
Getting around
Salinas Station - 32 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
The Beach Street Cafe - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 7 min drive
Subway - 11 min drive
Panda Express - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball?
As of 12 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball on 31 May, 2026 start from S$1,205, 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 Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball located?
This family-friendly Watsonville holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful time at this property!! Loved all the family friendly amenities like games, beach items, ping pong, and bikes! House was wonderfully stocked and well kept. And the owners were amazing during the tsunami advisory, sending all the Santa Cruz and Pajaro Dunes messages to keep us informed and giving alternative activity ideas while the beach was closed. I highly recommend this rental!!
Beautiful property with all you need for a family vacation! We were 6 adults and 5 kids under 13. All beach supplies and games and entertainment facilities were available!
Love this vacation spot. Great location and nice parking was available in the driveway and next to property. The layout was perfect for our group. Very clean. Easy booking and check-in process. Strongly recommend.
Amanda A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim H.
23 May, 2019
Great House
We enjoyed our stay here. It was perfect for our 3 kids and 5 grandkids... Thank You for sharing your beautiful house with our family
Tim H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the kind words about our home. We also find it to be an ideal spot to connect with family. We hope you will visit us again.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Quyen L.
16 May, 2017
Excellent!
This home made for a wonderful family weekend. Stunning views, quiet neighborhood, and great ammenities...this home had it all!
Quyen L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thank you Quyen for sharing your experience. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you'll visit us again.
This property was fantastic. We were a group of 6 adults and 4 teenage kids. The house fit everyone perfectly. Lots of light in the main living area. Good size kitchen. Comfortable beds and 3 spacious bathrooms. A fire ring was available for us to have a beach bonfire. Lots of boogie boards and a ping pong table My only suggestion is that they need to put pads on the cupboards so they don't bang everytime they close. Otherwise, everything was perfect!
gayl h.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
J W.
15 Jul, 2018
We had a wonderful time!
Our family met for an annual get together. We had six children and five adults and the house accommodated us very comfortably. There is ample sitting room for eating as well as relaxing. The kids loved the proximity to the beach.
J W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for the positive feedback. We are happy that you enjoyed the home and hope we have the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future!
Can’t beat the location of this house. The access to the beach is so easy and you feel like you have your own private beach. The owners were very responsive to any issues that came up or questions that we had. I feel like we had everything that we needed at this house.
This is our second time staying at this location! We enjoy being close to the beach and the number of bedrooms/baths were great! However we were a little surprised at the overall wear and tear of the place since our last stay 15 months ago! A little refresh might be needed soon :)
What a great and relaxing stay! Kitchen, linens and beach items were abundant and well organized. Owner was very responsive to questions, and check in an out was easy. The protected beach of Pajaro Dunes means you feel very secluded and comfortable in sheltering in place. We would have stayed longer if it was available!
Carrie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2020
Thanks for the nice review Carrie. Pajaro Dunes is a great place to get away safely and enjoy the beach especially given the current situation. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and found all the amenities easily accessible. We hope to have you as a guest again in the future.
The Beach House worked out well for our reunion. Plenty of room for everyone. The layout of the main floor is a little odd, with the only bathroom on that level only accessible through the master bedroom.
Nell A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
We are glad the beach house worked out well for you and your family. We always find it's a special place to share and reconnect. Regarding the location of the upstairs bathroom, most of our renters (especially guests with limited mobility) are happy to know that once they get upstairs they have the view plus every amenity they need to maximize their enjoyment of the location. We hope to have you as a future guest.
We loved the house, beach, and the tennis/pickleball courts. The kids and adults enjoyed the entire weekend (except getting the kids to bed!). No time for TV with all there was to do-games, views, walks, sand and waves, even a great climbing tree for little ones. Thanks so much!
The home was an ideal size for our family with easy access to the beach. We were fortunate to have glorious weather and a lovely view. The sports fans had access to several televised games off the main room. That was a nice touch.
We had the best time. The home was big with lots of space. Rooms were big. Beautiful kitchen which was fully stocked. Beach entry way right avross the street. I highly recommend this home to anyone with big family.
Just a beautiful stay. A vacation thats relaxing.
Light- filled, well supplied, sparkling beach house
In terms of layout, cleanliness, number and kind of appliances, toiletries, beach toys and chairs, this house is far superior to any of the other houses we've rented at Pajaro Dunes in the past 25+ years. There are some areas for attention. areasthat could
We were greeted on our first afternoon by a spectacular sunset! This is a beautiful location, a 3 minute walk to the beach. The house is well-furnished and comfortable for our family of 6 grownups. From the dining area, we had a view through a huge window and could see the beach and the ocean beyond. One afternoon we saw whales spouting in the distance. It is a convenient (about 20-min) drive to the Moss Landing area where we went kayaking one day and whale-watching another day. We recommend this property with enthusiasm.
Sharon L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Sheila and Jim Pascoe
We are a long-time Bay Area family with a love for the beach and sharing time outdoors. Relaxing and exploring at Pajaro Dunes is among our favorite pastimes.
Why they chose this property
This home has everything we could want in a beach house - expansive ocean views, sounds of the surf and easy beach access, in a comfortable, well-maintained home.
What makes this property unique
Pajaro Dunes is unparalleled in the Bay Area for its expansive, quiet beach and proximity to some of the world's best beach towns. Growing up in the Bay Area we created many memories at Pajaro Dunes and are excited to have the opportunity to share this amazing place with others.
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests