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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 72186 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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Castroville, CA
  • Place, Salinas River State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Salinas River Mouth Nature Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Castroville

Located in Castroville, this vacation home is on the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Salinas River State Beach and Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve. .This beach vacation home is 18.7 mi (30 km) from Monterey Bay and 19.1 mi (30.7 km) from Monterey Bay Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Salinas River State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Salinas River Mouth Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 29 min drive - 23.1 miles
  • WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca - 35 min drive - 26.2 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 20 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phil’s Fish Market & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shawarma King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪birrieria Coalcoman - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub

Beachfront oasis on the beach - boardwalk path 30 second walk to sand! Recently remodeled & and conveniently located near Monterey, Carmel & more. Soak in private hot tub while listening to the waves crash. Perfect for 2-3 families.

Split level home with raised living room for better ocean views. 2 king suites on entry level and 1 king suite on upper living room level. Additional bonus spaces (loft and bunk room) are in not included in the bedroom count. Condo sleeps 7 (includes children & infants - no exceptions)

Sleeping Options:
1) Second-floor king bedroom with vaulted ceilings and attached bath, peekaboo ocean views
2) Courtyard king bedroom with attached bath, large sliding glass doors open onto private garden courtyard
3) Oceanfront king master bedroom with sweeping views of ocean and dunes and large attached bath (walk-in double shower, double vanity), large desk & and sliding glass doors open to oceanfront deck and private hot tub
4) Bonus loft area and bunk room - allows for flexible sleeping arrangements beyond the three bedrooms, but not intended to enable hosting more than 7 people total.

Kitchen/dining: Fully equipped kitchen – opens to the dining room w/ocean views!
- Refrigerator, 4 burner electric stove stop, single electric wall oven, dishwasher, microwave, double sink, filtered drinking water, garbage disposal, solid surface quartz counter-tops, toaster, waffle maker, crock pot, rice maker, fondue pot, coffee maker & Keurig
- Spices, condiments, oils (no guarantees, but we use this kitchen too and don't want to be schlepping our salt/pepper with us each visit!)
- Dining table seats up to 8

Common Space: Living room with large, comfortable sectional couch, spacious oceanfront window-seat perfect for napping & whale-watching, fireplace (3 Duraflame logs provided), Samsung 50" 4K Ultra Smart flat screen smart TV (built in apps – esp. Netflix – connect via your credentials), Apple TV, DVD player (lots of available DVDs), Tivoli CD player / Bluetooth speaker / AM/FM radio, and numerous games, puzzles, and family activities. A digital TV antenna provides several basic channels - NO CABLE TV. HDMI cables provided for streaming (our solution to watching major sporting events if game isn't available via antennae.)

New HE washer & dryer

Private Hot Tub:
- Private oceanfront 4 person hot tub located on the lower deck. Professional spa maintenance crew services the spa every Tuesday and Friday.

Dedicated Work Spaces:
- Large desk in the oceanfront master bedroom
- Secretary desk in the courtyard bedroom

Outdoor Space:
- Large fenced courtyard sheltered from wind
- Oceanfront upper deck located off the dining room (perfect for sunset cocktails)
- Oceanfront lower deck off master bedroom with 4 person hot tub
- Community amenities located 1/4th mile walk from the house at the recreation center:
- 8 person hot tub heated throughout the year
- Swimming pool (heated Easter to October)
- 2 tennis courts
- Basketball court
- Pickle-ball court
- Bocce ball court (equipment in unit)
- Sand volleyball court
- Shuffleboard (equipment in unit)

Misc:
- Misc./Toys/Activities available in the unit: balls, tennis racquets, sand toys, bocce ball, pickle ball, ping pong and shuffleboard sets
- Ping Pong Table
- Linens and towels laundered by housekeeping at check-out
- Personal care & basics provided: body soap, shampoo, conditioner, TP, paper towels, tissue, etc.
- Baby items: Pack-n-Play portable crib, strap on dining chair booster, and safety bumper for glass coffee table available in 2nd-floor bedroom
- Not wheelchair accessible. There are multiple short flights of stairs throughout the house. All stairs have handrails, but please be aware if booking for small children or elderly.
- DISCLOSURE: wifi video doorbell records front door and courtyard entrance (exterior only)

*** PLEASE BEWARE OF SCAMMERS! WE DO NOT ADVERTISE THIS PROPERTY AT A DISCOUNT ON CRAIGSLIST! ***
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Absolutely no smoking inside or outside property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,186 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash and dry beach towels if used. Housekeeping will fold - ok to leave in dryer.
Start load of white towels & bath mats
Turn off thermostats, turn hot tub down to 95, add water to hot tub if water below jets, and latch. Take recycling to the clubhouse.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Guests must agree to the rental contract.
No more than 10 people on property (including 7 overnight guests) at any time. Up to 3 visitor names must be registered with owner 48hrs in advance.
Noise restrictions after 10PM and before 8AM.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Many stairs in unit - no child gates provided

Events

No events allowed
Absolutely no parties. Gatehouse counts guests.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking inside or outside property

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Absolutely no parties. Gatehouse counts guests.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub House Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub House Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub House
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub House Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub House
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub Castroville

Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 209 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family (3 adult couples and a toddler) loved this accommodation.Fabulous location steps from the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri T., Coupeville, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
This year marked our fifth annual sister vacay, making it a significant milestone for us. We invited additional family members to join us, which helped create even more memorable moments and allowed us to enjoy new experiences that will last a lifetime. We were extremely happy with our overall experience, and the accommodations for the six of us were perfect. The space was just right, and the grounds were beautiful as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for easy access to beach and awesome view ! Beautiful house with lots of character. Loved everything about it. Would love to return
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C., Moreno Valley

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location in Monterey. I am speechless when it comes to this property. The location, the privacy, everything you could possibly need, this property has. It was absolutely perfect. First evening, we saw a whale from the outside deck, the next morning, seals swimming in the ocean and laying out on the beach. Perfect is the only way to describe this property. We cannot wait to visit again! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home

Loved feeling secluded and away from things but close to so many activities. Beautiful views. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

dustin s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful place! Highly recommend as her description and location is exactly as it is in reality. Very close to several nearby attractions etc! She has the house fully stocked and everything one could imagine. Beds and bedding are extremely comfortable and once again just and absolutely wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Monterey golf trip

Property was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan W.

overall good

Unfortunatley we ran out of propane in the middle of bbqing, and the hot tub did not get very hot, and ran out of tp, and Kleenex , but overall we made the best of it. Alan
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

The greatest getaway

We had an excellent moms weekend. Alison was the greatest host and her condo was in excellent condition. We felt right at home the moment we entered. We highly recommend and can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful condo!

This is a wonderful condo with beautiful views! The property manager was really good about communicating. Super helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ileana G., Macomb, Illinois

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K., Clearwater MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Great beach vacation. Everything we needed was provided!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

george t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dunes 146

It was wonderful! Beautiful inside and out. Kitchen/dinigroom beautifully stocked and convenient. Walks on the beach were peaceful and therapeutic. It was hard to leave. Thank you so much.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine B., Burlingame

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique property

An unbelievable experience, steps to ocean access. Extremely private. Great layout for a large family. Many options in nearby town for food. Highly suggest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

FERESA R.

Liked: Cleanliness

The place was amazing

The place had wonderful views and the property was amazing. Had a place for everyone to relax and enjoy the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Long Weekend

We had an amazing long weekend thanks to this incredible space. Aside from the ideal location and lovely space, I was impressed by the quality linens, toiletries, and other amenities. It's a condo, but feels very private. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

We've been staying at the Dunes for 15 years now for once or twice a year. Over that time, we have enjoyed some beautiful properties. This property, however, is by far the nicest and most well kept we have enjoyed. My youngest daughters 16th birthday was the event to celebrate and this home did not disappoint. Well taken care of, clean, comfortable and cozy. Perfect for my kiddo and a few of her friends. Not a single thing I would change about the "Monterey Hideaway". If you have the chance to stay here, take it. This is the gold standard for the Dunes. The host was amazing and communicated perfectly. Zero troubles and all fun. 5 stars and 100% positive. What an amazing place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg S., Granite Bay, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent beach home

We loved this place - clean, well laid out space, with a complete kitchen and comfortable beds. big windows and two decks with beautiful views of the ocean - dunes and a perch above them to watch the show. Whales, seals, otters, dolphins, lots of seabirds. ~ 1 minute stroll to the beach. Allison was a great host - checked in on our stay; made sure the spa was tub was perfect. Coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori B., San Jose, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Beach Front Property

We took a short weekend trip from Utah to California and wanted to stay at the beach near our favorite places. This home was perfect for us. Three bedrooms with King Size beds and lots of additional sleeping space. The sliding doors basically open right to the beach. We watched dolphins playing in the surf from the family room picture window. The check-in process was super easy and the hosts were right on-top of communication. We would come here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marylee C., Stockton California

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay at the Dunes

I didn’t want to leave. The home and venue are just too perfect. Alison’s home is the quintessential restful retreat. It’s tastefully decorated, and has every amenity you could think of for fun and relaxation. The weather was perfect, surrounding areas fun to explore and the accommodations most delightful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily Z., Provo

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Vacation

I've been coming to Monterey Dunes since I was a child and this was one of the best homes we have stayed in. It was spacious and comfortable. The beds were fantastic. I have found that most rental home mattresses are not comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. The outdoor patio with hot tub was a lovely spot. It also has a great courtyard with large table for dinner. Alison was always prompt with any issues that came up. We would definitely choose to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

anne j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous oceanfront hideout

Beautiful and very confortable oceanfront House . Clean, comfy, Great location on Monterrey Bay! Host is very helpful and efficient.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

brad h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Had a great time and enjoyed the wonderful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024