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Cozy beach condo with ocean access. Easy drive to Santa Cruz or Monterey.

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Exterior
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Dining
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunset State Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Watsonville

When you stay at this condo in Watsonville, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve and Zmudowski State Beach. .This beach condo is 22.6 mi (36.3 km) from Monterey Bay and 16.8 mi (27.1 km) from Capitola Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Palm Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sunset State Beach - 10 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 37 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 51 min drive - 35.4 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 31 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy beach condo with ocean access. Easy drive to Santa Cruz or Monterey.

Longing for long, quiet walks on the beach with gorgeous sunsets? Or looking for experiences like whale watching, exploring tide pools, or roller coaster rides at the boardwalk? Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds is centrally located for an easy drive to Santa Cruz, Capitola, Monterey, or Carmel. Your next adventure awaits you.
Make yourself comfortable in this condo, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free condo features a tennis court on site, surfing/body boarding nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Check out is 10:00am. Text "216 Out" to 831-707-8579 to send a cleaning crew to begin. Often times a new guest is arriving the same day and services will need enough time to prepare.
Please start a load of towels. They take the longest to dry. Thank you
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No smoking on patios due to flammable wood buildings and grassy areas. smoking only in parking lots. This is a quiet community. No loud noises.
Do not walk on the grassy dunes. They are there to protect the buildings from erosion and high tides. Use beach access door in center of compound.
Observe check out of 10 A.M. and check in of 3 P.M. due to cleaning company operations. If available, early check-in can be arranged with owner

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number 052-481-12

Cozy beach condo with ocean access. Easy drive to Santa Cruz or Monterey. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice G L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great! Except the weather! But we were prepared. The bathroom drain was slow and several things needed batteries.We LOVED the decor!! Hats off to the decorater!Very quiet except the rain and wind!!We enjoyed the Olympics with the pitter patter of the rain!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alice C., SF Bay Area, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
We brought our family to stay during the holiday break and had an amazing time! The house has everything you could need, is very clean and is a great space for a family to spend time together but also stay out of each other's hair. The beach is gorgeous and literally steps away. It is a relatively unpopulated beach so no crowds to worry about. An unexpected highlight included the games and puzzles available at the house. My teenagers spent most of their time puzzling and taking walks on the beach - so nice to see them off their phones! One more highlight, the beds were SUPER comfortable. Highly recommend for a family vacation or friend's weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic communication from the host, great amenities, beautiful and well-maintained unit. One of the very best at Pajaro - and we’ve stayed there literally for decades.Will stay here again. Thank you, Whitney!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

nilpa j.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay! The primary bedroom is spacious with glimpses of the ocean (same view from family room). Kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans of all sizes and baking and cooking essentials. A one minute stroll to a sandy, uncrowded beach (we even found a fully intact sand dollar!). Also, it's accessible to those who can walk but have limited mobility: short walk from parking lot to the front door (slight incline), single-level unit, short walk to the beach via a boardwalk to your choice of wooden steps or a sloped sandy path. Located right between Monterey and Santa Cruz, and pretty close to Elkhorn Slough.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facility. Very much appreciated how clean well stocked (e.g., laundry detergent) and user friendly the facility was. Appreciated the children's toys the owner had made available for my grandchildren staying with us. My only, very minor, complaint was the bathroom design with no door in the master bedroom. Aside from that, everything was outstanding and we very much enjoyed our stay,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie l., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Spent few days with my family in the beach condo. Everything was exactly as per the description, clean, spacious and very well located for any sightseeing in the area followed by a relaxing evening at the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Literally next to the beach. House has a great layout for families or groups. No complaints whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect beach condo

Absolutely loved this condo! Cutest decorations, so spacious and great amenities to make it feel cozy, on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

L M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

Our family really enjoyed our stay. The home was equipped with everything you could possibly need. The beach was literally steps away. The home was very clean and it actually felt like home. We definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P., Colorado Springs, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

Great VRBO. Well outfitted townhouse. Very close to beach. We had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeanne v.

Liked: Cleanliness

excellent place to stay

the home was very inviting, cozy and clean.I was very impressed with the amenities, they had everything we needed for the stay, from coffee and paper plates to spices for your meals..(things I thought I would need to bring). loved this place...we will be back...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Everything about our stay was just super.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve F., dublin, ca

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay

We stay at the Ryan’s property frequently. The property is immaculate, great size, incredibly comfortable and is mere steps from the beach. They are great hosts and truly nice people. My kids, my wife and myself love the property. Thanks as always.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R., Turlock, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Our Family

We have been staying at Pajaro going on 35 years and this condo has got to be in our Top 5 of all the places we have stayed. So many comfortable amenities - the beds, the couch. Kids loved the huge TV and we so enjoyed our time at the beach, as always. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

The property is very well appointed. It has everything you could want for a nice family vacation. Proximity to the beach is great. Multiple patios allow for quiet outside time, together or alone. Communication with host was timely and cordial.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Very comfortable and clean, well stocked with all the basics, easy communication, nice location at the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

cheryl, Winton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Everything we needed was there. Comfortable and roomy. Would definitely choose this place again if available.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg S., Woodland, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach stay

We like the fact that the unit is on/close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay

Best rental I have ever stayed in. There was everything you could need. Great layout, location and beach access. Easy drive to Monterey and Big Sur.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious and Inviting

Great stay, hope to come again soon
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends and family weekend

We had a lovely weekend stay. My teen girls and their friends loved the access to the beach and pickle ball paddles and courts! I loved the miles and miles of beach access for long walks. Sunset was gorgeous both nights we were there. The place is super cute and host very responsive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical

Thoughtfully organized and designed. Welcoming vibe. Memorable access to the beach. It exceeded expectations.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

erika g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great place, great host. We’ll be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sallie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

This place is beautifully decorated and furnished with all you would need. The location is very easy to get to and it was well worth it! so close to the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Erin K., Modesto CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall good stay

This 3 bedroom unit is roomy and nicely decorated with a great location. We loved the large sectional, coffee bar, and ease of checking in! There could be some improvements for comfort. First off, there is no door on the bathroom in the master. This makes for an awkward stay and constantly having to shut and lock the bedroom door when using the bathroom. The shower in the main living area needs a replacement handle as it fell off the first day we were there and we had trouble getting the shower to properly turn on. The bed in the master is VERY soft and warn. The left side dips pretty bad. We ended up sleeping backwards with our heads at the bottom to help with the dips. For the price and location this place is great, just a few things that could be upgraded.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024