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Beach Condo Shorebirds 263

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Beach Condo Shorebirds 263

WELCOME TO PAJARO SHOREBIRDS 263!

The Master bedroom has a stunning ocean view and a spacious Cal King bed. The 2nd bedroom boasts a queen bed and the 3rd bedroom includes 2 twin beds. Enjoy watching TV and movies on the new 55 inches Smart TV, and the kiddos will enjoy a sitting area with smaller chairs, books, games, and a crayon caddy. The kitchen is equipped with coastal dishes and cutlery for 16 as well as new pots and pans. The table seats 10 and there are also 4 bar stools. This special condo also has laundry facilities should the need arise.

Make yourselves at home on 2 balconies, that include views, new patio furniture, and a shiny, large, 4 burner BBQ! Relax and enjoy!

The sand will brush off, the salt washes clear, but the memories you'll make in 263 you'll always hold dear!

TOT Certificate #0094

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 434350vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this condo is 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching, fishing and wildlife walks.
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Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palm Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 35 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Cannery Row - 50 min drive - 57.6 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 52 min drive - 59.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Condo Shorebirds 263 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beach Condo Shorebirds 263?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beach Condo Shorebirds 263?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Condo Shorebirds 263?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach Condo Shorebirds 263 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve, Sunset State Beach and Zmudowski State Beach. Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes the balcony overlooked the ocean. We plan to rent this property again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesa W.

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

Great place

Close to beach, very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

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

Great stay!

The unit was spacious, bright, and very nicely appointed. Perfect place for a family get-together!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

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

Great family condo

Great condo. Plenty of room to spread out. Very clean and well stocked with supplie!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan H.

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

Spacious, everything we needed!

View of ocean, specious unit, everthing we needed!! Nicely decorated and comfortable! Would return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

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

Beautiful condo

The condo was very clean, well kept and just as beautiful as the pictures on the website. Loved the close proximity to the beach. The beach was not crowded and enjoyed whale watching. We would definitely consider coming back. One small issue were the chairs on the deck that need to be replaced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali M.

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

Clean, comfortable, and well appointed!

We had a lovely stay in this Pajaro Dunes condo. Steps to the sand and well stocked with everything needed. It was clean and ready on our arrival and the host was helpful and friendly. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin Y.

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

Awesome stay

We love this location. They have made some beautiful upgrades and the place is lovely. It is also very equipped. That makes the stay so easy and enjoyable. We had a fabulous time and made many wonderful memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sachin B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
The bedding, linens, towels, and pillows were stained with blood and other matter. Some were burned with cigarettes, and there was hair all over the bedding. We had to wash ALL the sheets, linens, and towels before we could even think of touching any of it. When we reached out to the Host, there was no response. Save your money and book somewhere else!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 January 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear that your arrival experience did not meet expectations. Cleanliness is a top priority for our team, and this description is not consistent with the condition documented during our pre-arrival inspection. We did not receive any message during your stay regarding these concerns, and we truly wish we had the opportunity to address them immediately. All linens and towels are professionally laundered between every stay and our team photographs and inspects the home prior to guest arrival. While we regret that your experience fell short, this review does not reflect the experience of the vast majority of our guests or the standards we maintain.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelley V.

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

Good

We had a really good time
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Great Location

This is the perfect location! Halfway between Santa Cruz and Monterey. We loved the 1 minute walk to the beach. We saw the most beautiful sunsets. Our boys loved running barefoot on the beach and the free access to the basketball, tennis and pickleball courts. The house was perfect for our family of 6. We loved being able to drink coffee on the balcony watching the waves roll in. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen S.

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

Beautiful condo by the sea

This is a wonderful place to spend time with family. It includes a large living room and dining space, perfect for sharing meals, playing games, and curling up to watch a movie. The walk to the beach is a quick 30 seconds. Cannot recommend highly enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicky A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Beautiful beach condo, mostly great

This place offered us most of what we needed for a long sisters’ weekend. Here are the pros and cons: Pros: Amazingly beautiful views Very close proximity to the beach Quiet, peaceful and safe Full kitchen and lots of plates/utensils Nice patio to sit and watch the ocean Cons: Unclear check in process Poor wifi signal 2/3 rooms had uncomfortable beds Some poorly working or non working appliances (washer/dryer, hand mixer) This place is almost a gem and if some of the “cons” were addressed, it would be incredible and worth revisiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

susan h.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

Very disappointed with status of condo . Not very well updated . All knives dull , propane tank empty , we had to fix master bedroom door( didn’t shut) patio furniture broken . Bathtub plug doesn’t work . Loft windowsill filled with spider webs and dead bugs
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful property, but. .. We had a power outage for over two hours our second evening. There were no flashlights or candles or battery lanterns in the property. Our cell phone lights were insufficient. I would highly recommend having lights that are battery operated available in case of a power outage. Also the gas bbq had “camping stove” propane bottles which ran out of gas right away. It was frustrating trying to cook steaks when the tank ran out of gas right away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2025
Thank you for your feedback and for sharing your experience. We’re so glad you enjoyed the property, and we truly appreciate the suggestions. Since your stay, we’ve added four battery-operated lanterns to the condo so guests have reliable lighting in the event of a power outage. Each lantern is labeled so they can be returned to the condo after beach use. Regarding the barbecue, the smaller propane tanks are required under HOA rules—we previously provided larger tanks, but they’re no longer permitted for condominiums. We do keep backup tanks available at the condo, though we understand it can be frustrating to swap them out while in the middle of cooking. Your feedback helps us improve the guest experience, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

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

Perfect beach getaway

From the large master, to the large table and couch, shorebirds 263 is the perfect getaway. There was a ton of seating, tennis racquets (courts nearby), full kitchen with silverware and everything needed to place your food in. Lots of games to play in cupboards! Shampoo and soap was included with towels. Super comfortable bed with mattress pad. Beautiful views! We went during a storm but we loved being inside and watching the weather and waves crash. First aid kit also included! Great walking path, great accommodations overall and everything was so clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanchay L.

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

Beautiful Beach Condo!

Let me tell you, we absolutely loved this place so much that we couldn’t resist booking an extra day without any hesitation. From the moment we arrived, everything was perfect. Our host, Brandy, was truly amazing—always quick to respond and incredibly helpful throughout our stay. She made the entire experience seamless and stress-free.The beach condo itself was simply stunning—far beyond what we could have asked for. It was beautifully maintained, spacious, and had everything we needed to feel right at home. There were plenty of soft blankets, fluffy pillows, and fresh towels, ensuring that we were comfortable throughout our stay. The rooms were thoughtfully decorated, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, and the beds were unbelievably comfortable. I slept so well, and waking up to that breathtaking view was just the cherry on top!One of the best things about this condo was the private beach access. It made it so easy to enjoy the sand and waves whenever we wanted. We spent our days soaking up the sun, and in the evenings, we watched the most spectacular sunsets. Late-night beach walks under the stars were an unforgettable experience, making our stay even more special.Without a doubt, I’m planning to book this place again in the summer because it was just that perfect. If you’re looking for the ultimate beach getaway, I highly recommend renting this condo—you won’t regret it!! I just want to give a shout to the security gate Larry! He was so nice end professiona!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

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

Ocean serenity

Our family gathered here for our annual event. We loved it! Just steps from the beach which allowed us to catch the beautiful sunsets each evening. The kids had a great time playing in the sand. Thanks a great place for us to get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Relaxing Beach-Side Stay

We definitely enjoyed our stay here but have a short list of items which the owner should be aware of. These are not for public viewing, but to assist the owner in addressing a number of things. How can I contact the owner?
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne H.

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

Pleasant location

We had a very nice time, the place was comfortable and the location great. We usually stay at Pelican so it was nice to try a different location. A couple of comments: The Wifi was not secure which is a problem The sink and garbage disposal were clogged and stunk The old toilets are very inefficient with water and use 4 times more water than modern ones…yet there was a sign urging us to save water!!! Th
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Great Stay

Great place! Amazing location. Great for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ees E.

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

Relaxing and beautiful place

My mom and sisters had an awesome experience at this condo. It was so relaxing and beautiful. We can't wait to do this again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia F.

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

Great property and beach for kids

Good property. Worked good for kids. They enjoyed the loft and were able to climb up and down on their own (youngest was 4 yrs old). Beach is super close and also great for kids. Waves were not too big and beach is gradually sloping. Property had everything we needed but a spaghetti strainer, but lots of other options to make it work. Lots of bedding and extra blankets. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherry B.

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

Pleasantly surprised

263 had been upgraded after the pictures on the website were posted. The only issues were the washer/dryer did not work and when we called about it no one returned our call. The other issue was it was somewhat cofusing checking in. I had rented 2 places under my name. When my son arrived before me there was confusion at check-in as to the 2nd rental at Shorebirds.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Absolutely perfect!!!

I happened to stumble upon this place looking for a beach rental for my family (for my birthday). Originally I had booked a unit that was on the 3rd floor (by accident), which my handicapped mother would not be able to access. I called and spoke with Justin the manager, he quickly had a solution which turned out to be a blessing in disguise!! Not only were we now on the ground floor, but our backyard was the ocean!!!! From the moment we stepped on to the property, we were pleased. Everything from the Gate attendant to the locals (we met an amazing couple Sherry and Elliot, and their Dog Hank) was amazing! The unit itself was set up for 8 people, and we all fit very comfortably. It was absolutely super clean, well stocked, more towels then I think our local Walmart has..lol!! They provided tidepods, toiletries, trashbags..you name it, they had it! The Beach (which was literally 50 ft from our unit) was absolutely stunning, clean, pretty much empty and seashells for miles. We saw the most beautiful Sunset over the Santa Cruz beach just to the west of us, had a bonfire at night. Woke up to the sound of crashing waves...I could go on and on...We were able to go south to Monterey for the day (30min) and North to Santa Cruz for the day (also 30min). We will absolutely be making this our annual summer trip for years to come! Also, my Mom (who has high blood pressure) was actually having the best readings she's had for so long, the beach therapy was just what she needed! Thanks so much for allowing us to stay in this beautiful place🥰
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Judy or Brandy

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At The Dunes
Business Hours: Monday through Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm
(831) 768-7285
Property Managers: Judy Baker and Brandy Banuelos

Languages:

English, Spanish

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