Pajaro Dunes Resort Gorgeously Decorated Beach Condo, End Unit Private Location

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

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Parking available
Hot tub
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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Watsonville, CA

Palm Beach
‪1 min walk‬
Sunset State Beach
‪12 min drive‬
Monterey Bay
‪30 min drive‬
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Mater Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Shorebirds 309 is fully equipped and furnished for 6 guests. 3 bedrooms ( king , queen, and 2 twins) comfortably making you feel special in your own beach home escape. Our condo is located on the top floor at the very end of the property - featuring amazing coastal valley & ocean views. No condo building next to you, just rolling sand dunes! Our condo was recently remodeled & beautifully decorated and is perfect whether you're looking for a quick weekend getaway or a "Staycation" on the beach - without the expense and hassles of distant travel. Pajaro Dunes, located equidistant from Monterey and Santa Cruz is an ideal location offering everything you need to relax & enjoy family & friends. This condo has amazing views facing Santa Cruz - Great for Sunsets!

This little piece of paradise offers a 1.5 mile of the most pristine, secluded beach where you may collect shells and sand dollars along the way.

Our home is part of a gated community, so you'll enjoy a secure & peaceful stay. You won't have to wonder how to find your new home - our property managers will welcome you in the Lobby with keys, directions, local attractions, and anything you need.

Spend family fun playing Pickle Ball, tennis or basketball with courts located on site. Stop by our lobby where we offer an assortment of loaner sports equipment for our renters including pickle ball sets!

Relax and have a great time! Our fireplace has been newly updated to an electric insert! Easy to use and nice to enjoy.
County of Santa Cruz Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate Certified since 1973. PDNA Rental Permit: 34-45U

Property manager

Pajaro Dunes Resort

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Languages

English, Spanish

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Hot tub

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Dryer

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Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

4 & under, not included in guest count.

Events

No events allowed

Quiet time is 10 pm - 8 am.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

$250 fine. ONLY allowed in designated areas.

No Shoes in the home.No Pets Allowed $250 Per Day if pet found.No Smoking on Patio Decks. $250 fine.Allowed in designated areas.Quiet Time 10pm - 8am.

Guest list required for visiting guests. Put any used towels in washing machine, but do not start the cycle. Return furniture to original position.

Remove all garbage, recycling from home to outside bins. Rinse dishes and load the dishwasher, do not start the cycle.Turn heaters, appliances off.

Important information

You need to know

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

Property Registration Number CO04538

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds and Hamlin Antiques are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

Palm Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Sunset State Beach - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute - 17 min drive - 17.8 km
La Selva Beach - 24 min drive - 18.5 km
Monterey Bay - 30 min drive - 36.7 km

Getting around

Salinas Station - 32 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
‪Las Islitas Mariscos - ‬10 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
‪Imura Japanese Restaur - ‬10 min drive
‪D'la Colmena - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pajaro Dunes Resort Gorgeously Decorated Beach Condo, End Unit Private Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pajaro Dunes Resort Gorgeously Decorated Beach Condo, End Unit Private Location ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pajaro Dunes Resort Gorgeously Decorated Beach Condo, End Unit Private Location ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Pajaro Dunes Resort Gorgeously Decorated Beach Condo, End Unit Private Location located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Palm Beach and Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve. Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Daniela B.

9 November 2021

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

Great great place! Great location, super clean. Loved it! We will certainly come back.

Great!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

4 April 2023

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Beautiful location. Amazing views. Comfortable town home.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

10 August 2018

Fantastic

Beautiful place right on the beach had a great time not too far from attractions. Would definitely stay here again

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

mehul K.

15 September 2022

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

Decent size 3 bedroom apartment with beach view

Easy checkin/out, clean living space and washrooms and well-lit with beach view: All I could ask for!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

30 March 2024

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

One the quietest residents on the property

Location, Location, Location! Close to the Nature Center, Athletic Courts and edge of property that brings peace and serenity. Patio looks out to empty lands and view of the rip tides.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilene L.

21 December 2022

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

pajaro dunes rental

everything was lovely :-)

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

25 September 2023

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

Birthday trip

Excellent. Property was exactly as described. Access to the beach and the ocean was extremely easy. View of the beach on the balcony was beautiful. Access into Monterey was quick and easy. Our trip included a day of travel on Big Sur, Monterey Jazz fest, wine tour. Great food. Would stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan S.

2 August 2022

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

Beautiful views

We enjoyed our stay in 309. The views were outstanding and the home was very comfortable. We had all of the amenities we needed during our stay. Not a single complaint. Looking forward to next time.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robin A.

4 May 2017

Girl's weekend Away

Looking forward to coming back! What a beautiful condo! There are picturesque windows so you can enjoy the natural surroundings of the dunes, trees, and the ocean! All 3 bedrooms are very nice. Two with decks. Wonderful amenities and very quiet location; just the sound of the waves! Lovely!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

25 August 2022

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

Perfect place by the sea

The four of us walked in and said "NICE!!" The property was clean, a great view of the ocean because it is high enough to see over the dunes and comfortable like home. Since I am the designated breakfast chef, I was excited to see the electric skillet and four slotted toaster:). We hope to return next year same time.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monna H.

11 July 2022

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

Perfectly Pajaro!

Enjoyed a relaxing week at Pajaro Dunes with our two teenaged daughters. The condo was immaculate, well appointed, and a great space to relax and just enjoy family time. The view is beautiful, and the beach is just steps away. We especially loved our hummingbird visitors that sang to use from the tree off the deck. The area is a great jumping off spot for day trips to San Francisco, Monterey, and Santa Cruz.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Gayle R.

22 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Stay near beach

It was so expensive for what we got. We paid nearly that much in Hawaii. Not worth it

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

13 October 2022

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

It was a nice place.

Clean and comfortable. TVs are old and not smart. The only advice I would have is to have a short instruction list for the remotes.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris & Jen W., Sacramento

8 October 2020

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

Perfect condo in a perfect location

We LOVED this condo. We have always loved Pajaro Dunes, and this is the best unit we've rented so far! This condo is at the Northernmost point of the Pajaro Dunes area, which gives you not only a view of the ocean, but also the beautiful hill and natural area to the North. The condo is a great space, with updated bathrooms & kitchen. The high ceiling in the living area is lovely as well. Master bath is tight, but still very functional. A lovely property.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Carol P.

29 May 2018

Very Enjoyable Stay....

My husband and I took some of his relatives from England for a long weekend. Very nicely updated. Was able to enjoy a beautiful view of the beach and the surrounding landscapes. Main living area has plenty of space for all. large dining table and then extra table to play cards. Beds were super comfy. Kitchen stocked with all the basic pots, pans, bowls, etc. Very short drive to Monterey, Carmel and Santa Cruz. Dinner at Phil's Fish House in Moss Landing is a must.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

joey a., Santa Barbara

1 November 2022

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

Perfect getaway!

The kitchen was very well equipped which is always important to me. Location was excellent- away from the hustle bustle of Santa Cruz, but close enough to duck in for visit. The only minor complaint- comment, is to notify folks about the path and amount of stairs to get to unit. Not a big deal for most, but we had some hobbled folks. Did not ruin stay by any means! Will do again!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

27 June 2022

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

Great stay in Pajaro Dunes!

My family stayed here for my daughter's 16th birthday. It fit four adults and two teens perfectly. We loved the quick walk to the beach and enjoyed watching the sunsets and walking along the beach that didn't have many people on it. We took a day trip to Monterey but spent the rest of the time at the beach. The kitchen was nice but missing some essentials such as aluminum foil, zip lock baggies, or Tupperware containers of any kind. If you plan to use the grill, be sure to get propane from the Pajaro Dunes store or bring it with you. Overall we enjoyed our stay here!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

13 October 2022

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

Love Pajaro Dunes

This was a great place to stay for some family beach time. The space had everything we needed, was clean, and comfortable. I would stay here again. The only downside was that the blinds on the door looking out to the ocean didn’t open. We called the maintenance guy and he tried to open them and couldn’t… said he couldn’t fix it until after we checked out. So we didn’t get the full view, but that’s ok. I’m sure they’re fixed by now!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Eileen I.

4 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely views, clean & spacious!

We really loved our stay - we were a tad disappointed that there was no fireplace as it was not in working order during our stay but it was to no fault of the owners and they gave us a heads up… refrigerated was not working upon arrival and while we were given a loaner it was inconvenient and cumbersome - all that being said the condo is quite spacious, well maintained and nicely appointed. the unit is on the last building so it was nice to feel like we had a bit more privacy - that being said - in this unit you are also a bit further away from the ocean and have more of a partial view even though the dunes are also very pretty.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rene S., Pleasanton, CA

15 October 2020

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

Great Local Getaway

Our family takes the last week off in September and usually uses this opportunity to visit some well known summer spots durning this uncrowded week but with flying out of the question and many places closed we decided to stay close to home. Pajaro Dunes is a great place to visit for a few days of local beach fun. The beach is always great even when its foggy and cool. It's always uncrowded and easy to social distance. This condo was perfect for our family of 4. Recently remodeled kitchen and baths are nice. Very clean! Private unit on the 3rd floor in the rear of the building with ocean views and open space views where we saw deer grazing. Would stay in this unit again without hesitation.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

leah b.

2 October 2022

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

Great getaway

My family of 4 had a great time. It was the perfect unit for us with plenty of room. Great views of the ocean and a short (steps) away from the beach. It was very quiet and private. We got an overcast weekend but still had a good time and took many walks. The beds were comfortable. We could hear the ocean and saw seals and dolphins from the window and deck. We went to a few restaurants that were recommended in the guest book and they were both excellent. Bring beach towels and blankets. Also, no dish towels. There are two old chairs on the deck and 1 beach chair. It would be nice to have a few more.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Meera P.

5 September 2017

Perfect spot for extended family vacation!

My family and I have stayed at Pajaro Dunes several times and we usually stay on the other side. This was our first time at Shorebirds and it was fantastic. The condo itself is gorgeous, beautifully decorated and spacious. The bedrooms were perfect for five adults and two small children. Pros: Spacious, clean, nicely decorated, comfortable beds, clean, all kitchen supplies you could need Cons: Third floor. While there is a ramp for part of the way, there are a set of stairs to get up to apartment. This was challenging for a few in our party. We had a nice view, but we were on the end, so it wasn't as straight on as we would have liked. Overall, we had a great time and will definitely be back!

8/10 Good

terry c.

29 November 2020

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

Spacious floor plan, nice views

Like many others I concur that there are good ocean views from the living room and master bedroom. The layout was great with the master at one end and two guest bedrooms plus bath at the other. The living room was spacious, kitchen was small but adequate. Kitchen and bathrooms were updated. Suggest updating decor with modern lamps, comfortable chairs and dining room table &/chairs. Everything was maintained well but a few dollars spent would definitely put this as a 5 star property. This is not for anyone with mobility issues as there are a lot of stairs. There was no ice maker and no spices so bring everything. The large TV in the living room was not a smart TV so even with a blu ray disc which said you could stream from Netflix after maintenance came up we found it was only through a wired connection which was not possible. The small tv in the master was a smart TV but we had problems with the internet and maintenance had to contact the owners. Even though there was supposed to be wi fi it did not work and were forced to use an unsecure network. This would be a problem if you need to work. Again a few dollars would make these inconveniences go away. Would also suggest having a manual for instructions on how to use the TV and other general info. There were binders but they were for restaurants and the area not for the home.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Kristi C.

17 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Met our needs

The property is older and unit not remodeled. But the stay is still comfortable. Quite a drive to Carmel (45 min to 1 hr). We called ahead to see if we could check in a bit early. But still not allowed until 4:00 p.m. Then they sent us to the wrong building. Was a bit frustrating. No extra blankets (that we could find), so bring your own.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

11 March 2022

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

Beautiful location

Condo was clean and had everything we needed. Beach access is amazing and the kids loved collecting sea shells and digging forts on the beach. What a peaceful weekend away. Can’t wait to book our next stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Pajaro Dunes Resort

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

This highly desirable condominium is the perfect home to enjoy the warm, coastal sunshine or stroll down the steps to miles of unspoiled beaches.

What makes this property unique

You can enjoy day trips to Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman’s Wharf, Carmel, Big Sur, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and several local wineries…all are just a short drive away.
This home is truly special - modern yet comfortable - and we hope you enjoy!

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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Master Bedroom

2 bathrooms

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Mater Bathroom

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