Top Floor Full Ocean View Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds Beach Condo-Watsonville, CA

Watsonville, California
$385 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Condo

Property Type

Sleep 2

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Relax and enjoy spectacular ocean views and sunsets from this newly remodeled 1 bedroom and 1 bath ocean front condo on the most desirable 3rd (top) floor, with high ceilings and abundant natural light, on the Monterey Bay; located between Santa Cruz and Monterey, California Central Coast. The beach is famous for beautiful and picture perfect sunsets. View dolphins, whales, sea otters, sea lions and ships/boats passing by from the living room or deck or beach. Steps away to get down to thesand/beach. On warm days, open the windows and patio doors for fresh cool ocean air and ocean sounds and have a wonderful sleep in the night. No noise from above unlike 2nd and 1st floors condos. Enjoy morning sun with coffee and a glass of wine in the evening while watching sunset. Fully furnished, including linens. Departure cleaning only. Remodeled and newly listed in July 2022 with all brand new leather furniture, Cal King bed, flooring, carpet, brand new appliances, and plenty of can lighting and ceiling fans. Washer/dryer included. The condo rental is limited to 2 adult guests. Located in a security gated community with plenty of parking. Golf at world renowned courses 40 minutes to the South, shop at nearby Santa Cruz, Capitola, Monterey, Carmel, or drive about an hour north to San Francisco for the day. Address: 101 Shell Drive, Watsonville, CA 95176.

This is one of the best Pajaro Dunes rentals overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean and Sunset State Beach. Absolutely no pets and no children. This is a non smoking condo including balcony areas. Secure high speed wifi. (TOT# VR00009)

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 1043 Sq Ft (97 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Golf Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Tennis On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near The Bay Near The Ocean On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Chris

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 16, 2024

    Great property. Very clean and well-maintained. Great view of the ocean. Very comfortable.

  • Chris

    Submitted Dec 29, 2023

    Stayed Dec 26, 2023

    An amazing peaceful and secluded respite away from the main stream culture. Clean, convenient, comfortable, spacious and surrounded by natural beauty.

  • Shari I.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2026

    Stayed May 28, 2026

    Nice condo on the ocean, in a quiet area, which is what we wanted. Everything was as advertised. We didn't have to contact the host for anything, as instructions were great.

  • Sarahi

    Submitted May 25, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    Great view, clean space, perfect for a weekend trip for two.

  • Elizabeth G.

    Submitted Apr 29, 2026

    Stayed Apr 26, 2026

    Over all we were satisfied with our stay. However, I would like to mention, they were doing construction next door to this unit, which was very anoying. We were sleeping in and with all the noise, we decided to get up. Which I really wasn't ready to do. Also, before you had condiments (2nd time staying here) and this time, there wasn't any. I had to buy my own. which wasn't a too big of a deal since I brought them home with me :)

  • Lore S.

    Submitted Apr 26, 2026

    Stayed Apr 11, 2026

    Stayed here for (3) nights. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. It was very clean, and had everything that we needed in the kitchen and bathroom. Woke up and had coffee watching the surf and then enjoyed the beautiful sunset with a glass of wine everyday. Owner has great communication if you have any issues. We'll definitely be back for a longer stay!

  • Debbie F.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2026

    Stayed Apr 2, 2026

    The views were amazing and there was easy access to the beach. We appreciated the early check in and the condo was comfortable and nicely decorated.

  • Judith S.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    This was a wonderful place to stay. The condo was immaculate well decorated and had everything we needed with great instructions for everything we used. Views and sounds from the ocean in both the living area and the bedroom.

  • Fran B.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2026

    Stayed Mar 22, 2026

    Gorgeous beach view. Quiet setting.

  • Tracey T.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2026

    Stayed Mar 12, 2026

    Unit had all kitchen supplies needed. The heaters worked well. Very peaceful location.

  • Santoshi W.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2026

    Stayed Feb 22, 2026

    Everything inside the unit was comfortable and clean and functional. The bed is extremely comfortable. I love cooking in the kitchen. There wasn’t anything that I wished was there that wasn’t already there. My stay was lovely. Being able to look out to the ocean in the sky from the great picture windows and also from the bed was something I will never forget. It soothed my soul.

  • Scott G.

    Submitted Feb 13, 2026

    Stayed Feb 9, 2026

    This spot was amazing! Beautifully situated along the ocean the view never gets old.

  • Brian T.

    Submitted Jan 22, 2026

    Stayed Jan 20, 2026

    This was one of our best short-term rental stays. The host was responsive, the instructions were clear, everything was there and in good condition (no yard sale refugees), and the unit was super clean. Oh, and the beach and view are great. We don't usually go to a place more than once. For this place I'll make an exception.

  • Kim E.

    Submitted Jan 12, 2026

    Stayed Jan 9, 2026

    We so enjoyed our time here, will be retuning. The beach was clean and quiet and such a great place to recharge.

  • Nikhil M.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2026

    Stayed Dec 25, 2025

    Clean House Ocean view Responsive Host

  • Tavin F.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2026

    Stayed Dec 28, 2025

    Love staying here! The view is amazing with direct access to the beach just a few steps away. Kitchen had everything we needed. Living room was very comfortable.

  • Mark C.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2025

    Stayed Nov 28, 2025

    I’m a returning guest and every time I’m met with the same million dollar views, spotless and very comfortable accommodations, and rapid response from host! Could not ask for more! See you again, and again! :-)

  • Susan F.

    Submitted Nov 3, 2025

    Stayed Oct 22, 2025

    Happy with my stay, well maintained condo, good location, overall good experience.

  • Jeromy P.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    Room was very clean, comfortable stay peaceful by the water

  • Carmina C.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    The place was very clean, everything was labeled and directions for everything was very clear. Location and the beach was perfect.

  • Fahran R.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    While I was laying in bed, I observed multiple small almost microscopic bug crawling all over the front of my phone while using it. I awoke with bug bites on my leg earlier that same day….Told owner. A partial refund would have been nice.

  • Ryan M.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    Took my wife here for her birthday. We had a fabulous stay for 3 nights. The location was very peaceful and quiet. This unit was very clean and had everything we needed to cook meals. The bed was very cozy and warm and the bathroom very clean as well. I would recommend this unit to anyone looking for a quiet 2 person stay. We will be looking to return again we loved it so much.

  • Liza C.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2025

    Stayed Sep 30, 2025

    Lusting was accurate view was amazing

  • Sam D.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 22, 2025

    We love coming back and enjoying the location and views!!!

  • Sheryl E.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Wonderful stay at this beach front property. Owner very responsive and quickly responded to my questions. Very detailed instructions for appliances and even light switches labeled. Easy to check in, property clean and we didn’t want to leave! This third floor location was amazing with high ceilings. Hope to be back again soon!Bring your beach towels, low beach chairs, Brita/water filter pitcher, Kleenex box, dryer fabric sheets and ziploc bags. (Owner does have two of those foldable stick outdoor chairs in bags that are a higher/standard chair height, if you like.)

  • Rene T.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 2, 2025

    Lovely property …..extremely clean, quiet , and comfortable.Looks like it was recently remodeled and repainted.Enjoyed our stay and will look forward to another visit

  • Ivanka N.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    The other reviews are 100% accurate. Very clean and spotless. It had everything we needed for a weekend away. There was a review about the duvet being dirty but that wasn’t our experience. It was also clean and comfortable. We would absolutely stay here again!

  • Submitted Aug 23, 2025

    Stayed Aug 17, 2025

    We loved this condo, beach is steps away from your door. We watched the sunset, walked the beach, enjoyed the weather and relaxed here. Will rent again! Property is as described. Try it!

  • Sirisha K.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    The condo was just as advertised! Very nice and clean! Would love to stay here again!

  • Lyn M.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    Enjoyed a weekend away at Pajaro Dunes. A beach resort tucked away on the coast. Quiet, beautiful beach, foggy and cool (typical weather for June) and a nice break from inland heat.

  • Shawna S.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    The property was very clean and well maintained. The view was amazing. I loved being able to hear the waves crashing from the condo.

  • Roger H.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2025

    Stayed May 19, 2025

    This property was exactly as advertised. Maybe not super easy to get too, but the owner's instructions were very detailed and we had no problem's finding it. It is a third floor location with 15 exterior steps, but this was well explained ahead of time so no surprises. Beach access is very close, and it was a nice, uncrowded stretch of sand on the Bay. The town of Watsonville is quite close, and access to Hwy 1 is very simple, if you're heading to either Santa Cruz or Monterey/Big Sur. The only glitch was an unexpected plumbing issue that we found in progress upon arrival, but the owner was very up front and reactive to the issue, and it didn't overly impact or put a damper on our time there. These things happen!

  • Danielle W.

    Submitted May 15, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    We had a great stay overall—beautiful view and the place was very clean. However, I was disappointed to find that the duvet and pillows didn’t seem to have been cleaned--ever. The duvet, in particular, was extremely dirty, which was a letdown after seeing how spotless the rest of the home was. Thankfully, I found clean blankets in the closet and used those instead. I’d strongly recommend the owner either replace the comforter with a washable one or ensure it’s laundered between guests. It’s a small change that would make a big difference.

  • Taylor C.

    Submitted Apr 30, 2025

    Stayed Apr 28, 2025

    Very good view from a well furnished and updated condo. Foggy nearly the entire stay, but had a very good time. Would stay in this unit again. FYI. Owner might want to check out a new kitchen sink faucet which is stuck on spray mode only.

  • Ken J.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    Had a wonderful stay here. The view of the ocean was beautiful. Watched a stunning sunset from the couch.

  • Joanna P.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 16, 2025

    Clean and comfortable, easy access to beach and very clear instructions for all the remotes - THANK YOU!

  • Robin W.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2025

    Stayed Apr 7, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay! The view and sounds of the ocean were wonderful! The bed was very comfortable! I slept wonderfully with the sliding glass door open! The complex is quiet. Super easy access to the beach! Decor is a bit dated, but place was very clean which is super important to us!

  • Nesha W.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Apr 4, 2025

    Nice, clean, neat easy to enter and exactly the description. The views are wonderful thank you.

  • Fran B.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2025

    Stayed Mar 26, 2025

    Restful, gorgeous views, right on the beach. You can hear the waves right outside the sliding doors. Place is well-equipped. We will be back!

  • Ted N.

    Submitted Mar 31, 2025

    Stayed Mar 16, 2025

    My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this location. Nice and quiet with a beautiful view of the bay. We had nice long walks on the beach and found numerous sand dollars. Quick drive to Aptos/Santa Cruz and Monterey.

  • Elizabeth G.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2025

    Stayed Mar 21, 2025

    It was great! Had all the necessities we needed

  • MARIA A.

    Submitted Feb 20, 2025

    Stayed Feb 17, 2025

    Communication with host was top notch. So many nice touches to home. From the specialized lighting, auto fireplace down to shoe changing stool. Bed, pillows, blankets were so comfortable and inviting after day at beach. Place was spotless. Kitchen appliances were modern and kitchen well stocked. Nice to have choice of coffee pods or drip coffee maker. Did I say beach steps away! Even if you don’t want to go to beach, it’s covered with awesome views from living area and sounds of waves from patio. I will definitely be back!

  • Kaitlyn D.

    Submitted Feb 16, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    Stayed for our anniversary and enjoyed the property so much! The communication with the property manager was excellent. The condo itself was beautiful very clean & came with everything we needed. And do not get me started on the view! 20/10 recommend!

  • Timothy S.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2024

    Stayed Dec 9, 2024

    Very clean and nice property. Perfect for our honeymoon as the location was quiet and peaceful. You can hear and see the ocean from the property. Pans, cutlery, coffee maker, and toaster allowed us to make a wonderful breakfast each morning. Wonderful stay and would definitely come again!

  • Carol K.

    Submitted Dec 8, 2024

    Stayed Dec 6, 2024

    We wanted to stay at Pajaro dunes before both whale watching and going into the Elkhorn Slough (both trips out of Moss Landing.) Pajaro dunes is a great location for these activities. We’ve stayed at Pajaro dunes before and very much enjoyed it. This unit Was a pleasure to stay in. Everything is new. I love the sofa and we took advantage of watching a David Attenborough documentary about the sea while we were there. We also had a couple long walks on the beach. You can walk a very long distance with just you, the waves, and the sea birds. There are a few people from time to time. I highly recommend staying at this great place.

  • Glenna R.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    We had a lovely stay in this gorgeous, beautifully-located condo overlooking the Pacific Ocean! Communication with the owner was fantastic when we had an issue with one of the tv’s (a previous guest’s issue). Definitely will stay here again soon!

  • Kellie S.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    Loved our stay at this property. Enjoyed sipping my morning coffee and watching the dolphins play in the ocean and gazing at the beautiful sunset over a glass of wine. We were feet from the ocean and took a beautiful 3 mile walk on beaches that aren’t crowded and it was lovely. The host was super awesome when it came to communication and was incredibly accommodating. The bed was so comfortable, and we felt right at home. The place was very clean and check in and check out, instructions we’re clear. Would love to come back for another visit. Thank you for a wonderful stay!!!

  • Carolyn O.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 13, 2024

    Comfortable, totally organized so easy to use. Laundry a big plus. I cooked a wonderful meal, everything was there for use. View SPECTACULAR!

  • Armando L.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2024

    Stayed Oct 6, 2024

    Beautiful property, amazing views! Easy communication with owner. Condo is well stocked and very clean. Loved our stay!

  • Stephen M.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Sep 30, 2024

    Great Place Homey Feel Well Equipped Host Was Superb!

  • DOUG C.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 8, 2024

    Beautiful condo with outstanding view and easy access to the beach. I would absolutely stay here again.

  • Alan R.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    My wife and I were extremely happy with the condition and location of this condo. It’s bright, quiet, and right on the beach. We would love to stay here again.

  • brandy b.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 25, 2024

    The property was very accurately described. Very clean, updated & super quiet. The host made everything very simple and easy. We will definitely be back.

  • Robin S.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 10, 2024

    Six night stay in Sept 2024. Everything was wonderful. The bed was so comfy that we checked the make/model and may replace our current one! Condo had many instructions placed around so that there were no questions to be had. The location was directly on the ocean. We couldn’t have asked for anything more for our first trip to CA. Thank you!

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