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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms2000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Zmudowski State Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Watsonville

This vacation home places you within a mile (2 km) of Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Zmudowski State Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 50 min drive - 36.5 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 31 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Oceanfront Retreat Pajaro Dunes Beach, crashing wave views, private beach

Luxurious Oceanfront Retreat at Pajaro Dunes on Sunset Beach

Welcome to your ultimate beachfront escape at Pajaro Dunes, California, located on the stunning Sunset Beach. This luxurious oceanfront vacation rental offers a private slice of paradise, complete with panoramic Pacific Ocean views and the soothing sounds of crashing waves.

Coastal Luxury and Comfort

This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom retreat is perfect for large families or groups seeking relaxation and unforgettable memories by the sea. The highlight of the home is the expansive great room, which opens directly onto a private beach and features an oceanfront-sitting area, perfect for stargazing or enjoying the sunset.

Lower Level (No stairs, ramp access to the front door):
• Bedroom 5: Queen bed and flat screen tv
• Bedroom 4: Queen bed and flat screen tv
• Bedroom 3: full bed and flat screen tv and arcade game
• Bathroom 3: Full bath newly renovated
• Bathroom 2: Luxury full bath newly renovated
• Open-concept living, dining, and fully equipped kitchen with all small appliances you will need! Opens to large deck with outdoor dining area, 48” grill, outdoor shower, and huge private beach area with Adirondack chairs

Upper Level:
• Bedroom 2: King bed with flat screen tv
• Bedroom 1: King bed with a flat screen tv, private deck and seating area offering spectacular ocean views
• Bathroom 1: Full bath newly renovated

Premium Amenities
• State-of-the-Art Features: Unwind in the 3D massage chair after a day of beach activities.
• Entertainment: Each bedroom is equipped with a flat-screen TV for movie nights or your favorite shows.
• Gourmet Kitchen: Fully outfitted with high-end gadgets for preparing delicious meals.
• Outdoor Cooking & Dining: A large grill and outdoor seating area make for memorable BBQs with ocean views.
• High-Quality Linens: Enjoy a restful sleep with premium bedding throughout the home.

Activities and Recreation

From the private beach to endless outdoor activities, there’s something for everyone:
• Beach games like corn hole, pickleball, spike ball, and beach basketball.
• Access to community tennis courts, basketball courts, bocce ball, and horseshoe pits (with reservations).

Explore Nearby Coastal Attractions

Located centrally to Monterey, Carmel, Santa Cruz, and Big Sur, this home offers easy access to world-class attractions:
• Santa Cruz: Visit the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk or explore Natural Bridges State Beach.
• Monterey: Visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, and Old Fisherman’s Wharf.
• Carmel-by-the-Sea: Stroll charming streets, visit art galleries, and enjoy the famous 17-Mile Drive.
• Big Sur: Marvel at Bixby Bridge, hike in Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, and visit McWay Falls.
• Moss Landing: Take a whale-watching tour or explore the Elkhorn Slough Reserve for kayaking and birdwatching.

A Perfect Blend of Relaxation and Adventure

Whether you’re lounging on the beach, exploring nearby towns, or soaking up the natural beauty of Pajaro Dunes, this home offers a tranquil and luxurious retreat like no other. Book your dream vacation today and experience the best of California’s Central Coast!
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • 6 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Padel
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you 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 trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please make sure all of the lights are turned off, heaters are off, all doors and windows are locked and closed, trash in the cans, soiled towels left in baths, leave linens on the beds
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

All guests must review and approve rental agreement prior to arrival - no exceptions
Early Check-In & Late Check-Out Early check-in and late check-out are generally not available during peak season due to back-to-back bookings.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: House oceanfront on Beach never leave kids alone

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number 4431

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Watsonville, a short 17-minute walk from Zmudowski State Beach and also 17 minutes on foot from Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. You'll also find Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve and Watsonville Center for the Arts within a short drive.

Is there a spa available at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 7.5 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is located 26.7 mi away (38-minute drive).

Oceanfront Retreat Pajaro Dunes Beach, crashing wave views, private beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Views from the house are amazing. Great location. Kitchen supplies and equipment are plentiful. Lots of toys for kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Violet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was absolutely incredibly wonderful!All mattresses and linens were exceptionally good. Kitchen supplies terrific! Serviceman repaired dryer immediately after we called to report.Disappointments: gas barbecue very difficult to start, probably regulator broken, inside windows dirty, toilet paper not delivered on time, website said exercise room available and it was not. I understand that the manager can only attend to what renters tell him.We would love to come back to this incredible location!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Susan W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The location was beautiful and the outdoor space from this property was great, but the house , mainly the kitchen was rough and not very clean. I have been staying at Pajaro dunes for over 40 years and it is difficult to find a house that has been updated and is very clean. I will continue to use VEBO in my search for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was very responsive and the property had wonderful amenities that we all enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Craig-and Lori W.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G., Sonoma, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
A few minor things but over all we enjoyed our stay. The house was well equipped (especially all the appliances) and the rooms comfortable. The location was perfect and views stunning. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

D C.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful house! We have stayed at a lot of houses in Pajaro Dunes and this is by far our favorite. One of our favorite parts was how the house is tucked into the dunes, but still has a beautiful view of the ocean. Looking forward to our next trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location is perfect. We especially enjoyed the outdoor area where you can sit and watch the waves. The hot tub was a hit. And the house worked out great for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kathleen S.

Parajo Dunes is a spectacularly beautiful place. We were somewhat disappointed in the house. Good location though many disappointments: no working coffee pot/espresso maker, broken sun shade, no normal blankets (only comforters for winter weather so we were very unfortable all night), and no concierge book so we had little idea how to work things or who to call for help. I could go on. We will go back to the area but will not stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chad P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible view and easy access to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Margaux L.

Liked: Cleanliness
It's a great space in a great location! We have stayed before and look forward to the next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mindi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms were clean, comfortable beds, fireplace and living space was great for our group. Kitchen had everything to cook with.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We spent the weekend at this beautiful home to celebrate an early Thanksgiving with our large family. The house was perfect for us, with lots of room for everyone. The large living room was the perfect place for everyone to gather, enjoy the fire, and the spectacular views. The outdoor space was unbelievable, with the hot tub and the fire pit in the dunes. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is special. the house is so comfortable and the views and access to beach are unparalleled. The house was better stocked with toys and kitchen appliances than any other place we have stayed. our 1.5 year old had a blast. thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location couldn't be beat! We had a fantastic time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandy v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice size house. Well equipped kitchen. TV’s in every room. Large deck with nice size outdoor grill. Beautiful outdoor seating area with fire pit to take amazing sunset pictures. Family loved it and we’ll definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and loved the private sitting area above the beach to be able to watch the kids have fun in the sand.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seamless check in. Big kitchen with nice eating area was packed with every appliance you would need during a short stay.Spacious outdoor seating with views of the ocean and easy beach access. Great family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Beautiful location. Not 100% handicapped friendly but close. Very well equipped kitchen. Just beautiful sandy dune backyard. We had a terrific time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large home, easy access to the beach, well equipped kitchen, large outdoor grill on large deck, outdoor shower,TVs in all rooms, Bluetooth speakers in living room, outdoor firepit
Firepit on property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Week at the Beach

It's incredible to be actually sitting in the dunes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marla F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning Property

This was the most incredible property ever. The views were unbelievable and the amenities were endless. The location could not be more idyllic. The house was fully equipped with everything we could’ve needed. The decor was tasteful and immaculate. We had such a lovely stay here and I would stay again in a heartbeat! I highly highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marketa i., Palo alto

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

Really amazing property and location. Had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Aquarium

Wonderful location ....will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025