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The Tide's Edge : Steps to the Beach

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Sun loungers, beach towels
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Interior
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroom842 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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

With a stay at this condo in Watsonville, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. .This condo is 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from Monterey Bay and 21.6 mi (34.7 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

What's nearby

  • Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Palm Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 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) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 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.

The Tide's Edge : Steps to the Beach

Welcome to your serene oceanfront retreat at Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds! This beautifully renewed condo offers a perfect escape with direct access to the sand and ocean from your private deck - Hear the ocean at THE CLOSEST UNIT TO THE BEACH

Step inside and discover an updated full kitchen, a modern & cozy living room complete with an electric fireplace - invites relaxation. In the spacious bedroom, a slider opens to the exterior deck, allowing you to wake up to the soothing sounds of the waves!

Escape to "The Tide's Edge," a stunning mid-century modern beach front condo in Pajaro Dunes. Hear the waves crashing at CLOSEST UNIT TO OCEAN. Just an hour away from Silicon Valley, this tranquil retreat offers a serene oasis right ON the most pristine stretch of beach in all of Northern California. Secluded yet accessible, it's the perfect place for a family to unwind and recharge, whether you’re seeking relaxation or adventure.
High speed internet and a dedicated work area makes this the ideal "work from paradise" location.

Guests can use the entire property, as well as common areas of the Pajaro Dunes Resort, including the famous beach club with recreational facilities, such as tennis, pickleball, and picnic area). The entire gated community is highly walkable, and includes a beautiful boardwalk to check out the unique coastal architecture of the area, and a paved trail that runs right by the slough - perfect for jogging and biking. And of course, the pristine beach that goes on for miles in both directions, all the way from Manresa beach to the North, to the mouth of the Pajaro River to the south (where you can literally find a million shorebirds)!
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 books, a music library, and a tennis court on site.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

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

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment

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
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 842 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

The Tide's Edge : Steps to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brianna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing stay from great communication to a spotless environment. I would highly recommend and come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay and enjoyed the property. The owner was very accommodating and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ying W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely stay here with two children. This clean condo is steps from the beach. The bedding was comfortable and kitchen was stocked. We also enjoyed the games closet and sand toys.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Anne C., Vacaville, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable. Well appointed. Easy location to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025