Nestled along the Monterey Bay is one of the most scenic stretches of California's central coastline. Spanning 1 1/2 miles of pristine beach, the house is in a secluded, gated community with a collection of beautiful beachfront homes.
Perfect family vacation, Pajaro Dunes is located 4 miles West of Watsonville, and 20 miles South of Santa Cruz which is home of the Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Mountain Redwoods. 20 minutes to Monterey.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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 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
About the area
Watsonville
Located in Watsonville, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute are also worth visiting. With jet skiing and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Beach Street Diner - 8 min drive
Starbucks - 7 min drive
Starbucks - 10 min drive
Panda Express - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Amazing House On The Beach!! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Amazing House On The Beach!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Amazing House On The Beach!!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Amazing House On The Beach!! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Palm Beach, Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. Sunset State Beach and Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location, great subdivision recreation amenities and spacious comfortable home with amazing ocean/beach frontage. 10 members of my family ranging in age from 11 to 88 and everyone had a wonderful time, gathering sea shells, playing pickleball and giant chess and relaxing.
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Uma’s home on the beach. The location was amazing with wonderful ocean views throughout. It was a perfect place to celebrate a family birthday with our extended family group. We hope to return soon!
The house is beautiful and very well appointed!! The view from the kitchen table through the family room and the deck is magical. We watched dolphins, seals and even whales all day. We will be back!!
This spacious home looks right onto the beach and a very nearby access path took our family group for beach walks every day. There's plenty of room for various family activities in the house. The appliances are updated, like a cool toaster. Bedrooms have closets and dressers. Our family enjoyed this home and the beauty of peaceful surroundings and glowing sunsets.
The house was nice and clean and available even earlier then check-in time which was great! The views were amazing there was plenty of room and beds for our whole big family. I would note that there is no direct beach access from the house but there is a short path and about 25 stairs down to the water. I only mention this because we had some older family members that have trouble with the stairs. The kitchen had everything we needed except some bbq tools which we picked up at target and left for the next people. All in all it was a great place to stay and would definitely recommend.
We are a three generation family and this property was perfect. We travel a lot, and have never stayed so directly waterfront. The beach is a wonderful walking and running beach, and great for just watching the ocean - we even saw dolphins and sea lions swimming in front of the house!
The house itself is very comfortable. The main floor is as the pictures show - lots of glass to watch the views. Also a large table to eat and play games at. One of the people in our party had a broken foot and this house was far better than others we saw for access - probably around ten steps total to enter the house and once in the house there are two bedrooms on the main floor, so very accessible, if that is a consideration for your party.
Lastly, the host is amazing. Very personable and fun to interact with. All questions are answered timely.
All seven people in our party agreed that this was the perfect house for us!
What a wonderful place to spend our 50th wedding anniversary - on the beach with our kids and grandkids! The house easily accommodated 6 adults and 4 children with a compact but well appointed kitchen, including a very large refrigerator freezer (which held 4 days of food for 10 people easily) and multiple coffee making options. The beach is easy to get to, just one house over for access and the house has beach toys, umbrellas, chairs and beach towels. The weather wasn't great during our visit, but the kids could come and go to the beach and they didn't care about the cold! The dining table was great for 10 people with meals together and for games and puzzles in between. The house seems to be in the process of upgrading and the pictures of furnishings and floorings are a bit different. The bathrooms! Wow! They have been recently redone with large showers and some of the most beautiful marble/stone I've ever seen! To the delight of the kids, who had never used one, all 4 bathrooms included bidets! (well, I must admit, we adults also kept...umm...clean too!). Uma was great to communicate with and recommended a Mexican food caterer in Watsonville, D'la Comena, which we had a feast from one night. I would highly recommend them. We had a delicious and beautiful princess cake from Gayles Bakery in Capitola for our anniversary that was also recommended by Uma. Great memories were made in this full family sized accommodation!
Everything was great about the stay. Easy check in process, great communication from the owner, and a very welcome stay. We were steps from an uncrowded part of the beach. Would highly recommend !
Joanna L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Susan A.
2 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Pajaro Dunes needs a refresh!
Back in the 1970's, Pajaro Dunes was a popular destination for family vacations and corporate retreats. However, current appearances suggest that homeowners have not maintained their properties. We saw boardwalks overgrown with weeds, building exteriors in bad need of paint, and windows so dirty that residents couldn't enjoy the view. The interior of our particular rental was clean and well-equipped but needed new flooring (both carpeting and tile) and refreshed bathrooms. Maintaining and updating seaside homes is expensive, but VRBO renters are used to high-caliber properties. Ours did not meet that expectation.
A beautiful stay with seven female friends. The location of the house and the deck outside is outstanding. Plenty of room for all of us to spread out and the amenities in the kitchen were plenty full. Communication with the owner was timely and attentive. We highly recommend this property!
There were ten of us adults that were able to enjoy this beach front home in June. The view is amazing with grand windows to see the view for miles in every direction.
The downstairs bedrooms do not include a view but the master bedroom opens up into the Pacific Ocean.
The furnishings are cozy.
We attended a destination wedding on Pajaro Dunes with 150+ family members coming in from around the country. Many rented condos & houses on site-- our beach house was by far the best & envy of the entire family.
This the second time we've stayed at this home and once again we were very happy with the home. The location is unbeatable, sitting on the deck with the ocean just a few feet away is always a treat.
A group of 8 women stayed at this house. I was disappointed as the home looked much more modern and clean on the site. The carpets are needing to be replaced as well as the tile. Dirty carpets and broken tiles on the floor. The walls seemed to be patched. We loved the spot, but hoping the home owner puts some money into the home to update it and make it worth what it cost.
We really enjoyed the view from the property! It was beautiful. The house did seem a bit worn and could use updating. The manager was very helpful and answered right away if we had any problems
The property was beyond our expectations. The home was comfortable and you can’t beat the ocean view. The owner was quick to respond and was very accommodating. I’m so glad we chose this property to celebrate a milestone birthday.
Grandparents, parents and kids had a great time! The house was perfect for our extended family stay. Two decks afforded great views of the ocean and the hills. Beach access was quick and easy. Great family memories were made! Thank you!!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The Ocean view is expansive and truly spectacular. The Kitchen is perfectly equipped for any chef. Dining room allows full ocean views and is spacious for large groups. The location is excellent. We enjoyed viewing the scenery, walking the beach and visiting Monterey and Santa Cruz. Shopping is near and convenient. I highly recommend this beautiful home. Checking in and out was a breeze. Uma was very helpful and responded rapidly to any request.
Spacious, comfortable home with amazing beach front location and equipped with everything we needed for a family gathering. We had not been to Pajaro Dunes for 30+ years and this home had exactly the nostalgic Pajaro feel we were seeking.
Karen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by Uma Sundaram
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests