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

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Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior detail
On the beach
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

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

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

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

Property is also known as

Modern Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Free Wifi/gated Entry/yards Beach

About the area

Map
Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Selva Beach - 16 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Sunset State Beach - 16 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Moss Landing State Beach - 18 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Monterey Bay - 33 min drive - 40.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beach Street Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬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.

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 a 15-minute walk of Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve and Palm Beach. Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

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

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 161 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

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

Great location

On vacation for the weekend to Monterey Bay Aquarium for our 19 year olds birthday. Decided to try out the VRBO experience. This was perfect for our short weekend! Seriously only steps from the beach! Great communication with the owners as well. The kitchen has every utensils/ pots / pans you could need to cook while you’re here. We loved our stay, and would totally stay hereagain!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Carolynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice stay

Property is great! Private, secure and close to the beach. However, there are no longer fire pits on the beach. Easily accessible. The road to the property is very rough. Definitely felt like a "home." All purpose cleaner available would have been nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

Clean and beach front

Our stay was just fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margarita A.

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

Amazing Beach Get Away

The kids wanted a beach vacation! and they loved it! We were able to go to the Monterey aquarium and The Old Fisherman Wharf for an early dinner and then the next day spend the entire day at the beach.With it being so close the kids could use the restroom whenever, we took a lunch break. My kids had an absolute blast playing in the sand and ocean. My husband, mom and I had fun relaxing and watching them have the time of their life. My favorite part is the beach is not over crowded because it’s a private beach. When it was time to go the kids did not want to leave. The condo was clean, the beds were comfortable it definitely was a 10/10! My kids are asking to come back next year!***On a side note my mom is older and she was very surprised and loved how close the beach was she did not have to walk very far!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

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

Loved it!

I loved my stay here. So much room for my family and right on the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Ruth V.

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

Wonderful beach house

We had a great time. There is a nice walk around a duck pond to the pickle ball court.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nieces Wedding WEEK

Great time! Very Clean and all the appliances you need. Look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Friend’s trip

We loved the trip - and where we stayed. We did have trouble with the lock box and the lock in the door.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Relaxing

Great location close to the ocean and Monterey Bay. Saw seals and a dolphin while walking along the beach. Property was just as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crista L.

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

Pajaro dunes rental

Quiet environment. Easy access to the beach was definitely nice. Condo and outside was well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

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