Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball

Watsonville, California
$1185 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Discover your perfect coastal retreat in this stunning 2,300+ sq. ft. contemporary beach house, where panoramic ocean views and the rhythmic sound of waves create an unforgettable backdrop for your getaway with family and friends. Just steps from the sand and water, this thoughtfully designed home seamlessly blends luxury with comfort, accommodating up to 12 guests across two primary queen suites, an additional queen bedroom, an ocean view bedroom with two full size beds and a queen sofa bed.

The heart of the home showcases a light-filled great room with a soaring open-beam ceiling, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and expansive windows that frame breathtaking white water ocean and sunset views. From inside the house or on either of the two front decks, you may witness dolphins, otters and seals playing in the surf, humpback whale spouts in the distance or enjoy the spectacular lights of Santa Cruz and Monterey twinkling across the bay. The rear wrap-around deck, nestled among eucalyptus trees and overlooking a stream, also offers a peaceful retreat.

Designed for both relaxation and entertainment, this home features:

Luxurious Living Spaces:

• Two spacious master suites with private decks and premium furnishings
• Upstairs master bath with double sinks, large shower, and indulgent soaking tub
• Dedicated media room with 60 Smart HDTV, Roku for easy streaming, cable (Spectrum), DVD-player and high-end American Leather queen sleeper sofa
• High-speed WiFi throughout for seamless entertainment
• Smart HDTVs with Roku for easy streaming and cable in each bedroom
• Klipsch Heritage-series bluetooth speaker to stream your favorite music

Gourmet Kitchen & Dining:

• Fully equipped chef's kitchen with new appliances and premium kitchenware
• Dual coffee options: traditional drip maker and Keurig for your morning brew
• Generous dining space for 12, plus casual breakfast bar seating for 4
• Matching dishes, flatware and glasses along with attractive serving dishes
• Weber gas grill for effortless outdoor cooking
• Rice cooker, toaster, pancake griddle, crockpot, blender and more small appliances

Beach Life Made Easy:

• Complete beach gear: chairs, towels, sunshade, umbrella, boogie boards, and rolling cart
• Convenient foot washing station for sandy returns
• Access to community pickleball, tennis courts, bocce ball, volleyball, and basketball facilities as well as an open field for soccer, baseball or other free play
• Access to life-size chess board and Connect4, horseshoes and Bocce Ball that can be borrowed from the gatehouse

Family-Friendly Amenities:

• Games for kids and guests of all ages
• Ping-pong table for active group engagement
• Portable baby gates and bed (Pack 'n Play)
• Plastic cups, plates and bowls
• Step stools in bathroom
• New full-size washer and dryer (new in 2023)
• Fully accessible two-car garage plus ample parking

Pajaro Dunes is a peaceful escape, and our family has endless hours of fun here. Nonetheless, the local area offers endless attractions, activities and culinary experiences. We are always happy to share our recommendations but here are a few nearby options:

• Santa Cruz beach boardwalk (30 minutes)
• Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman’s Wharf, Cannery Row (25 minutes)
• Berry picking at local farms – season dependent – or visit the farm’s pie and gift shop
• Unparalleled local produce from nearby stands or markets
• World-class kayaking and bird watching at Elkhorn Slough
• Wineries and breweries
• Surfing, skim boarding, paddle boarding, kayaking rentals and lessons
• Martinelli’s Company Store offers juice tasting (check hours)
• Horseback riding
• Endless hiking and mountain biking
• Restaurants and shopping in Santa Cruz, Capitola, Aptos, Moss Landing and Watsonville
• Spectacular golfing with a local ocean-view course (10 minutes) or Pebble Beach (45 minutes)
• Ropes course and canopy tours (35 min)
• 17-Mile Drive and Carmel-by-the-Sea (45 min) and Big Sur
• Missions - San Juan Bautista Mission (30 min) and Carmel Mission (40 min)
• UC Santa Cruz (30 min)
• Pinnacles National Park (1:15 hour)
• Palo Alto & Stanford University (1:10 hours)
• San Jose and Silicon Valley, including San Jose International Airport (1 hour)
• San Francisco (1:45 hours) San Francisco Airport (1:30 hours)

Whether you're sipping morning coffee to the sound of waves, preparing a family feast in the cook’s kitchen, watching the sunset from your private deck or exploring the amazing area, this thoughtfully appointed home provides the perfect setting for creating lasting memories.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Gated Community Local Artist Showcase Locally-owned & Organized Tours & Activities Unit Size: 2300 Sq Ft (214 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage Street Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Yard
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower/tub Combination Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    3 Outdoor Pickleball Courts Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Kayaking Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Sailing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Theme Parks Nearby Water Sports Equipment Whale Watching Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books DVD Player Games Stereo Table Tennis Video Game Console Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay Near The Sea On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    4 Stairs To Reach Property Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Thin Carpet In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Alice W.

    Submitted Feb 15, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Everything went beautifully. Thank you!

  • Dora D.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    Great location, amazing beach, great for families!

  • gayl h.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    This property was fantastic. We were a group of 6 adults and 4 teenage kids. The house fit everyone perfectly. Lots of light in the main living area. Good size kitchen. Comfortable beds and 3 spacious bathrooms. A fire ring was available for us to have a beach bonfire. Lots of boogie boards and a ping pong table My only suggestion is that they need to put pads on the cupboards so they don't bang everytime they close. Otherwise, everything was perfect!

  • Jana B.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 28, 2025

    We had a wonderful time at this property!! Loved all the family friendly amenities like games, beach items, ping pong, and bikes! House was wonderfully stocked and well kept. And the owners were amazing during the tsunami advisory, sending all the Santa Cruz and Pajaro Dunes messages to keep us informed and giving alternative activity ideas while the beach was closed. I highly recommend this rental!!

  • Lana J.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2025

    Stayed Dec 30, 2024

    Beautiful property with all you need for a family vacation! We were 6 adults and 5 kids under 13. All beach supplies and games and entertainment facilities were available!

  • Hilary F.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2024

    Stayed Nov 27, 2024

    The house, beach, sunsets, pickleball and tennis courts, all helped to make our family vacation spectacular.

  • Vijaya and Maha M.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    We enjoyed the stay very much.. Felt very comfortable and was well equipped. We could feel the warmth of. the hosts! Enjoyed the beach as wel!

  • Sharon L.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 15, 2024

    We were greeted on our first afternoon by a spectacular sunset! This is a beautiful location, a 3 minute walk to the beach. The house is well-furnished and comfortable for our family of 6 grownups. From the dining area, we had a view through a huge window and could see the beach and the ocean beyond. One afternoon we saw whales spouting in the distance. It is a convenient (about 20-min) drive to the Moss Landing area where we went kayaking one day and whale-watching another day. We recommend this property with enthusiasm.

  • Kathleen L.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    In terms of layout, cleanliness, number and kind of appliances, toiletries, beach toys and chairs, this house is far superior to any of the other houses we've rented at Pajaro Dunes in the past 25+ years. There are some areas for attention. areasthat could

  • Christine C.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2024

    Stayed Jul 7, 2024

    We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary at this beautiful beach home. The home offered perfect room set ups for 3 separate couples. The Childs room and the media room were just right for our 3 granddaughters and our 17 year old grandson who stayed in the media room. The kitchen was well appointed to prepare meals for a group of 11. The tables and chairs were excellent and efficient for all of us to have meals or for the kids to do their crafts. The incredible view of the ocean, most importantly, the calming and therapeutic ocean air was so soothing and refreshing. My husband and grand kids loved fishing and playing in the sand. It was a wonderful experience being in this exceptional beach home!

  • V. S.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    Can’t beat the location of this house. The access to the beach is so easy and you feel like you have your own private beach. The owners were very responsive to any issues that came up or questions that we had. I feel like we had everything that we needed at this house.

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$1,185+
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