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Pajaro Dunes Resort: Your Oceanfront Home Away From Home at Pajaro Dunes

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A living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV, and a bookshelf.
A living room with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a large window with a view of buildings and greenery.
A living room with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a television on a wooden stand.
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of trees.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
    ‪8 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

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pajaro Dunes Resort: Your Oceanfront Home Away From Home at Pajaro Dunes

This three bedroom, two bathroom, first floor (beach access) Condo is fully furnished and ready for your immediate relaxation and enjoyment. Beautiful home upgrades make this a modern yet relaxing home for your coastal escape! Our condo faces Santa Cruz- Perfect for viewing beautiful Sunsets.

The unit offers a master bedroom with a comfortable king bed, a second bedroom with a wonderful queen bed, and a third bedroom with two double beds. The 1,350 sq. ft. unit can sleep 6-8 people.

Amenities include:
-Clothes washer and dryer
-Dishwasher
-Electric Fireplace
-Two televisions
-Blu-ray, DVD and VCR players
-Radio with CD player
-Free wireless high speed internet access
-Free local & long distance calls
-All linens are provided
-Fully equipped kitchen
-BBQ that uses propane cylinder fuel* (Please bring 1 lb tank. This is not provided.)
*Available at our Lobby Gift Store where you check in.
-Departure housekeeping included; for longer stays, request maid service!
County of Santa Cruz Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate #CO00155 Certified since 1973.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
4 & under, not included in guest count.
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Events

No events allowed
Quiet time is 10 pm - 8 am.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$250 fine. ONLY allowed in designated areas.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Return furniture to its original position. Close all window coverings. Turn off all appliances and heaters. After loading the dishwasher, please do not leave any dishes behind in the sink.
Remove all recycling from home to outside bins.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No Shoes in the home.No Pets Allowed $250 Per Day
Guest list required for visiting guests. Put any u
Remove all garbage, recycling from home to outside

Important information

You need to know

Property # 450645vb
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
Note from host: Quiet time is 10 pm - 8 am.
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Watsonville

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 Rio Del Mar Beach. Watsonville Center for the Arts and Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. With kayaking, scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Palm Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capitola Beach - 27 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 35 min drive - 35.7 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 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pajaro Dunes Resort: Your Oceanfront Home Away From Home at Pajaro Dunes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pajaro Dunes Resort: Your Oceanfront Home Away From Home at Pajaro Dunes?

As of 1 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pajaro Dunes Resort: Your Oceanfront Home Away From Home at Pajaro Dunes on 31 August 2026 start from NZ$1,328, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Pajaro Dunes Resort: Your Oceanfront Home Away From Home at Pajaro Dunes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pajaro Dunes Resort: Your Oceanfront Home Away From Home at Pajaro Dunes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pajaro Dunes Resort: Your Oceanfront Home Away From Home at Pajaro Dunes?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Pajaro Dunes Resort: Your Oceanfront Home Away From Home at Pajaro Dunes located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville condo building is within 2 mi (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.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lotus D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I stayed 2 nights and had a lovely time. The check-in process was smooth with friendly and informative staff. The property itself was pristine and the home was just as pictured. We enjoyed the proximity to the private beach. The only thing to note for future guests is that if you plan to cook like we did, you'll need to bring your own oil and seasonings. We went to the Target 10 minutes away to get cooking supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that you and your family had a lovely stay and enjoyed your time at Pajaro Dunes. We're pleased that the check-in process was smooth and that our staff helped make your arrival welcoming and informative. It's also wonderful to know that you found the property pristine, the home as pictured, and that you enjoyed being so close to the beach. Thank you as well for sharing your helpful tip regarding cooking supplies. We appreciate guests sharing their experiences, as it can be valuable information for future visitors planning to prepare meals during their stay. We truly appreciate that you chose to spend your vacation with us and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you and your family back for another relaxing beach getaway in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location secluded and steps from the beach. Great family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandy m.

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

family getaway

Great place to stay in.. Great location and staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Hello Sandy, Thank you for taking the time to write a review! We are so happy to hear that our staff was friendly and helpful. It is always a joy that our guests enjoy their stay. We would love to have you stay again. Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Family Beach Weekend

Perfect place for a family beach weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory H.

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

Good place

Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Family Beach Trip

A very nice property for a family friendly beach trip! Right on the beach and all the necessities for a family friendly stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 December 2021
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great fit for my family! The walk to the beach was closer and easier than I thought it would be. We are already planning our next trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzette S.

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

Nice for a quick weekend getaway

Nice dune views with a peak of ocean and a surprisingly spacious common area, with plenty of room to gather.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2024
Thank you so much for sharing about your beach getaway! We're so glad you enjoyed the home and it found it comfortable for everyone! Hope to welcome you back again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lesa W.

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

Great location

Great location and layout of house. Easy walk to the beach. Only downside was ants in bathroom and kitchen. Overall clean and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the great location, layout, and easy beach access. We’re sorry to hear about the ant issue in the bathroom and kitchen — while the home is regularly cleaned, we understand how frustrating that can be. Our team is addressing it with additional pest control measures to ensure a more comfortable stay moving forward. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie R.

Wonderful ocean vacation

Loved this place. The location is wonderful - literally steps to the beach. It was quiet and restful. Our family enjoyed the three bedrooms and we would enjoy returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Seaside get away

It was a great location, clean, and well appointed. Awesome girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 December 2021
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn K.

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

Incredible

The perfect place to enjoy family and the amazing California coast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2023
Hello Dawn, Thank you for your review! We are happy you enjoyed family time with your trip to our resort. We hope to have you stay again! Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea D.

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

Girls weekend

The perfect spot for a kid free mom's weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2024
Thank you for staying with us for your relaxing kid free beach vacation! Any time you need a getaway, we'd love to host you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asita A.

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

Weekend with friends

It was fun trip with the best access to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 February 2023
Hello Asita, Thank you for this wonderful review! We are happy you had fun and enjoyed the beach. We hope to have you stay with us in the future. Kind Regards, Guest Services Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey D.

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

Family Getaway

We spent four nights at Pajaro Dunes and it was great. Fit our family even though it was small. Right on the beach. They offered a bonfire kit which was fun. It was also really neat watching all the produce being harvested on the road that leads the resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

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

Beautiful Beach and Condo

Had a little ant problem, but other than that - this place rocks!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 February 2021
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tuan N.

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

5 stars

We enjoy the resort very much. The unit is clean and beach is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia L.

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

Great location

The rental process was easy. The unit was spacious. The kitchen was well equipped. Very comfortable and pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 February 2021
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Birthday vacation

We had such a great time! The condo is very comfortable and welcoming. Its has a combined feeling of new and old. Close to the office and store, but still very close to the beach. Absolutely loved this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2024
Thank you for your awesome review! We love the nostalgia of Pajaro Dunes and our small beach community and try to keep up to date as well. We're so glad you enjoyed your beach birthday vacation. Come stay again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen e.

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

Beautiful location with great views from the condo. Clean, spacious, well stocked accommodations.

Straight forward.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

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

Exactly as advertised

Everything was exactly what we expected. Location was great, place was clean and accommodating. Host was very responsive and helpful throughout the booking process and stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad we could help book & host your beach vacation at Pajaro Dunes Resort.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

Pleasant stay at Pajaro Dunes.

Our condo at Shorebirds was clean and comfortable. Worked out perfectly for 6 of us including two energetic grandchildren. I would definitely rent again from these owners.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you for renting from us and leaving a review. We are glad you had a nice stay at the condo. Best wishes.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward W.

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

Wonderful

Really nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 February 2024
Thanks so much for staying with us at Pajaro Dunes Resort! We hope the whole family enjoyed their time with us on the coast. Hope to welcome you back again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra A.

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

Pajaro Dunes Weekend

Condo was clean, as advertised, front desk/checkin was well communicated and staff was friendly and helpful. Short walk to the beach, such a gorgeous shoreline, soft clean sand, glassy waves, not too many people.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
Thanks for your review! We're so glad you enjoyed our beach condo & our secret beach! We love our quiet shores and hope we can welcome you back again soon.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Wonderful!

Relaxing and beautiful, close to the gatehouse yet steps away from the sand! Comfortable for everyone, with 4 beds. Great decor, and plenty to do in the evenings, including videos and games and books!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for the review. It is appreciated. I'm glad you had a great time. All the best!

About the host

Hosted by Pajaro Dunes Resort

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When it comes to knowing Pajaro Dunes, there's no better organization to work with than Pajaro Dunes Resort. In our over 40 year history, we have always prided ourselves on providing some of the best vacation rentals, group & conference services. We are the oldest & largest, full-service property management company in the Pajaro Dunes community. County of Santa Cruz Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate #CO00155 Certified since 1973. Not your ideal home? Check out our other vacation rentals on VRBO:
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Why they chose this property

Located in a Gated Community with an attendant 24 hours provides a peace of mind and serves as security for a relaxing vacation.

What makes this property unique

Our home is professionally managed by the Pajaro Dunes Resort team. If you need any assistance - from how to operate something, to maid service or supplies, just call! They are at your service 7 days a week, 9-5. We have an After-Hours Answering Service as well should anything come up and you need their assistance!

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