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Escape to Pajaro Dunes Resort, where this modern 2-bedroom condo offers a tranquil retreat just yards from the beach. Relax on the private patio with ocean views, or unwind in the cozy living space after exploring nearby attractions like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Big Sur.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry

  • Located in the highly desirable gated Pajaro Dunes resort, this modern 2 bedroom, 2 full bath condo is just yards from the beach. Nested in the dunes for added privacy with a peak of the ocean from deck.

    This ground level unit is fully equipped and sleeps 6 comfortably with NEW beds in both bedrooms.

    Recently remodeled with all the modern conveniences including solid surface countertops, modern kitchen with new stove, and recently remodeled bathroom fixtures.

    Not only is the sand dunes and beach just outside the patio, but renters can enjoy all the amenities of the Pajaro Dunes resort including pickleball courts, tennis courts, walking trails, biking trails, basketball court, natural lagoon with native birds and cozy fire pits located on the beach.

    Pajaro Dunes is a mile and a half of sun-drenched, white sand beach on a secluded strip of the magnificent Monterey Bay coastline.

    Extended monthly stays are welcomed. Please contact for specific monthly rates.

    Need a break from the sand? Just hop in the car and within 30 minutes you can be in beautiful Monterey to the south or historic Santa Cruz to the north.

    Also, within minutes, is shopping in Watsonville and some of the best Mexican and seafood restaurants in the world.

    No pets and no motorcycles allowed, thanks.

    TRAVEL
    - 1.25 hr from San Jose airport
    - 35 min from Monterey airport
    - 2 hr from San Francisco airport
    - 25 min to Santa Cruz
    - 40 min to Carmel

    ATTRACTIONS
    -Many nearby world renowned golf courses
    -Santa Cruz Boardwalk
    -Big Basin Redwoods State Park
    -Moss Landing seafood, whale watch excursions, fishing boats, kayaking
    -Monterey Cannery Row, restaurants, art galleries
    -Monterey Bay Aquarium
    -Big Sur and Point Lobos
    -Carmel by the Sea
    -Pebble Beach and 17 Mile Drive
    -Nearby organic farmers market, and apple and berry picking in season.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Watsonville, this condo is near theme parks 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 Capitola Beach. Watsonville Center for the Arts and Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Watsonville travel guide
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Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    35 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    Monterey Bay Aquarium
    52 min drive - 59.1 km
  • Carmel Beach
    Carmel Beach
    55 min drive - 63.4 km
  • Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Palm Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station
    33 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • The Beach Street Cafe
    8 min drive
  • Starbucks
    10 min drive
  • Starbucks
    6 min drive
  • Subway
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve, Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. Sunset State Beach is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

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Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 170 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Awesome place to stay

Clean and comfortable for six people!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Great Extended Weekend Stay

Great space for a family to enjoy a nice beach side extended weekend. Safe and secure with a great and friendly office guard, and very receptive property manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

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

Great location for a family getaway

This condo and the Pajaro Dunes resort are great. You are right by the beach and it's truely less than a 5 minute stroll from the door to having your feet in the ocean.This location is also close enough to Santa Cruz to the north and Monterey to the south for an easy day trip.I would stay here again any time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

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

Great place for family

The condo worked well for our family. The location was great. We really enjoyed the beach as well as the nature pond walk. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle T.

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

Relaxing!

Well equipped and comfortable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa W.

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

Relaxing Weekend

We had great time relaxing on the beach. Plenty of room for our family with 2 toddlers. Only a 3 mionutes walk to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Excellent return visit!

Very clean and comfortable plus fully stocked with kitchen needs. Host is responsive and friendly. Thank you for letting us enjoy your condo!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

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

Birthday By the Beach

We rented the condo for my husband’s birthday. It slept our family of 4, and my in- laws comfortably. It was well equipped and very clean and the beds are very very comfortable. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

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

Always a great place to unwind

This was our third time staying at Pajaro Dunes, and the stay was as enjoyable as ever. This unit was clean, comfortable, and the owner was super responsive. Highly recommemd.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clifford J.

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

Hidden charm

Nestled among Watsonville agricultural fields is a quiet ocean resort. A short walk from the complex takes you directly to the beach. Prime location, approx 30 minutes to Santa Cruz or Monterey. Nice condo and host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna C S.

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

a short break in the Monterey Bay area

Very comfortable housing. Well equipped kitchen. Surroundings/gardens were very nice and well kept. Getting down to and back from the beach was tricky but it was a calm setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda M.

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

Central for visiting Monterey Bay

We spent a day in Santa cruz, in pacific grove, in Monterey. Loved the 17 mile Drive and Pebble Beach. This unit was on the beach but no beach view. We found a great place for breakfast- the Beach Street Cafe in Watsonville.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary A.

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

Wonderful place in the dunes!

We loved this beautiful condo! It is well-equipped, light and roomy, and has everything you need for a perfect weekend at the beach. It fit our group of 5 perfectly, and we loved being able to access the beach in a matter of seconds. The owners were great communicators as well. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Amazing location!

My family really enjoyed our stay! We have 4 kids and there was enough space for all of us. Everything was clean and had everything we needed for preparing meals. The location was the best! It was so nice to open the sliding door and listen to the ocean and the beach was just steps away. We enjoyed a fire on the beach every night. The location is perfect; a half hour from Monterey and a half hour from Santa Cruz, but we honestly enjoyed the time at the VRBO the most. We plan to come back again soon. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Girls weekend

Enjoyed our stay at Pajaro Dunes. Comfortable and nicely equipped kitchen. Cozy beds. Host was very responsive when we had a breaker shut off. Outdoor shower outside our unit was not working which was a little difficult to come back from beach but this was not owner’s fault. Would have been helpful to have a broom and dustpan in unit to manage sand. I would recommend this unit for 2 couples or small family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry K.

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

Great place but possibly dangerous shower adjustment

Love this place! Neat, clean place within about 100 steps of the beach. It’s on the ground level and behind a sand dune so there is no view of the ocean but if you love your privacy, this is an ideal location. One serious issue, however, is the master bedroom shower. The water is extremely hot and the adjustment is the touchiest I’ve ever experienced in 70 years of showering. One could very easily get scalded.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany D.

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

Steps from the beach - a little gem

Although being in the middle of nowhere, that's the point of a vacation so I had no issues with the location at all. Literally steps from the sand which is perfect! Other than the stove and fridge, the house was dated back to maybe the 90's which wasn't a huge deal and accommodated our family of 5 very well. I will say though the listing does NOT mention not having AC in the unit which wasn't a huge problem since we had unusually cold days (mid 60s) the whole week, however, if you're going in the summer higher than 75 degrees, this will likely be an issue for you. Also, there was a very strong aroma of a dead fish smell inside the unit. When we contacted the owner, they told us to open windows and spray something which I felt was an unacceptable response to this issue. This is a ground unit with people on 3 sides, the walls/ceiling were paper thin and we heard EVERYTHING. A lot of banging, music, people talking, furniture moving around, etc. This was only a big deal when it was really early in the morning or really late at night though. As far as grocery shopping, your best bet is FoodMaxx as it's more like regular grocery stores across the country. Loved having a Starbucks close by! We had a great relaxing vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, cozy and so close to the beach. The unit was fully stocked with everything you need and the beds were so comfortable. My family loved the stay here and we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was cozy & clean, very peacefully and welcoming as well. And very well setup with cooking pans, pyrex bake wear, baking pans, nice selection of drink wear wine & coffee glasses. Great to have the bbq & blender as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pennie j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host had all the necessary information in a very complete easy to work with email. The unit and described facilities were pretty much exact. We had a great trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect size condo for us. Easy access to the beach- about a two minute walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kevin

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

Family stay at the beach

Clean nicely furnished and a short walk to the beach. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was super clean! Kitchen was well stocked, beds were super comfy (mattress and linens). Beach access was literally right outside the unit. My kids loved collecting the sea shells. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful 2 nights here playing at the beach, watching the shorebirds, visitng Monterrey and Santa Cruz. This condo was perfect and the owners very helpful. We'll return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025