Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views!
Premium vacation home in the Shorebirds community of Pajaro Dunes Resort. Top Floor 3 bedroom condominium with rustic charm and all the comforts of home & just steps away from the beach! Our home is currently being remodeled but hope to share photos soon! There's a smart TV in the Living Room. Propane BBQ on the outside deck for grilling. Facing Santa Cruz, this home is perfect for watching the beautiful sunsets. Our home has comfy bedding - in our master bedroom, king suite with views of the Monterey Bay ocean. We added a smart TV to our ocean front master suite. Our guest bedroom has a Queen size bed with high vaulted ceilings and the Third Bedroom is the kids room with 2 sets of bunk beds - the kids room has a new smart TV in the kids room. hang out and watch a movie after a long day on the beach!
Come enjoy Pajaro Dunes Resort, the Monterey Bay area with us and enjoy our home. Make your best family memories at the beach with Pajaro Dunes Resort. County of Santa Cruz Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate Certified since 1973. PDNA Rental Permit: 34-45U
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Return furniture to its original position. Close all window coverings. Turn off all appliances and heaters. After loading the dishwasher, please do not leave any dishes behind in the sink.
Remove all recycling from home to outside bins
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 CO04489
We should mention
A car is required 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. Watsonville Center for the Arts and Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds 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
Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Palm Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Sunset State Beach - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 37 min drive - 38.9 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium - 51 min drive - 56.9 km
Getting around
Salinas Station - 32 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 13 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
Frequently asked questions
Is Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views!?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views! on 18 May 2026 start from AU$578, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views!?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Pajaro Dunes Resort:3 Bedroom Top Floor Condo with Ocean Views! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville condo building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve, Sunset State Beach and Zmudowski State Beach. Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A lovely stay for 7 people. It seems the unit has been renovated since the listing photos and feels very spacious. Updated cafe appliances and ample seating to gather. No odd smells, clean and fluffy towels, and all the kitchen utensils/plates were in great/new condition. A nice view of the ocean and easy walk down to the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Allie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad the updated space, cleanliness, and amenities made for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. It’s great to hear the ocean view and beach access added to the experience. We’d love to welcome you back again!
Great family vacation. It was a central location to Montery and Santa Cruz. Comfortable beds and a fully stocked kitchen to cook in. We will be returning!
Lisa J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2022
Thank you for the amazing & honest review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
We enjoyed our stay, the place was great- just wish the ocean was visible from inside the unit to enjoy like the patio!
sarah c.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2024
Hi there Sarah,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we appreciate all of the feedback we can get as we're always looking for ways to improve our services and our guests experiences. Unfortunately the way the shorebird condos are built all of the 3 bedroom condos are on the outer wings of the buildings which makes the ocean views in the condo more distant and partial.
If you were interested in a beach front home for your next stay we'd love to help you find the perfect home for your next getaway! Hope to see you again soon,
Warmly,
Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified
8/10 Good
Peter J.
20 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Great unit beautiful site.
Pájaro Dunes is a beautiful place and the units are quite nice. Signage and exterior lighting could use an upgrade but we very much enjoyed our stay.
Peter J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Great condo, great location, beautiful beach.
Even outstanding weather.Only problem was not enough time available to stay longer.
Jefferies C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carmelina H.
7 Mar 2018
Wonderful Birthday stay
Beautiful condo with all the amenities possible. Comfy, cozy & extremely clean! Celebrated our little girl's 10th birthday. It was absolutely wonderful. Would definitely stay here again.
Carmelina H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2020
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
My family enjoyed a relaxing weekend at the beach, including a beach bonfire/s’mores night that the concierge set up and arranged. There was ample space for the 7 of us, with more than enough bedding and towels for our use.
Sarah K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2020
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Overall this place offered a decent stay. Downsides were the lack of amenities, ants in residence and a broken washing machine.
Shelby W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2023
Hello Shelby,
We appreciate your review, we wish we could have assisted you when you reported the washer was not working. We did offer to have our maintenance team take a look at the washing machine but understood you did not want them to since it was your last day there. Our amenities include tennis, pickle ball, and basket ball courts which is a lot of family fun.
We hope you stay again and please feel free to give our office a call if you have any issue including appliances not working or ants at the home. We would have loved to assist you further so that your stay would have been more enjoyable.
Best Regards,
Pajaro Dunes Team
We really enjoyed all the anemities of our condo. Fit our group of 6 well. Was an easy check in process and there are plenty of things to borrow to use at the beach. We enjoy the private beach. It's always clean and quiet here.
Crina B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
I stayed at Pajaro Dunes with 5 members of my family. There was plenty of space for all. View and location to the beach was great.
I do think the condo needs a bit of updating
Mary B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jenny D.
9 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Wonderful location
The location was very nice. The unit we stayed in had a well stocked kitchen. We were disappointed by the stained carpet and the lack of shampoo and conditioner in the bathrooms. We've stayed in many nice places, for the price of our stay, we expected more. It's the little things that add to the experience of the stay.
Jenny D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
Thanks for staying with us at our beach condo. Thanks for your feedback. We're so sorry we couldn't fit a carpet clean in between our summer rentals. We don't supply our home with shampoo & conditioner; we try to cover all that we do offer in our amenities & confirmations. We do have a little gift store right across the way for anything you might need next time. Glad you loved our beach community!
The property was good-sized and worked for our party (me, my 2 daughters, and my mother and father-in-law). The property is a bit dated but overall was clean and comfortable. Very good location. VERY expensive.
Rob S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2022
Thank you for the amazing & honest review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon with a home that fits your standards & budget better!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Our family enjoyed our stay at this unit. It was comfortable and the kitchen was well appointed. The location of Pajaro Dunes is perfect - it’s easy to get to both Santa Cruz and Monterey. I think the only issue we had was that the oven door didn’t close properly and that affected any cooking we did there. If I was assured that it was repaired, I would absolutely stay in this unit again.
Naomi P.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2023
Thank you Naomi for this amazing review! We are so glad to hear you had a great time with us and thank you for making us aware of the oven door. Our maintenance team has been able to repair it since your stay.
Thank you again and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Warmly,
Pajaro Dunes Resort Team
Archival
8/10 Good
Christine T.
22 Aug 2017
Comfortable and cozy get away
Overall we were very pleased with this rental. Through the years we have rented many properties from houses to condominiums. This one was well appointed with linens and furnishings. It had plenty of space to play games, have a family supper or sit on the balcony and listen to the ocean. We would definitely consider this rental for a return trip.
Christine T.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2020
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
We've been coming to Pajaro Dunes for over 35 yrs. It is a very special place for our family. The unit was very clean and met all of our needs, the property management staff went above and beyond to answers all our questions and make us so welcome. We were even able to extend our stay, thanks to their efforts. Very, very happy with the total experience.
Susan R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
Hello there Susan,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a sweet review! We are super stoked to hear that you enjoyed your stay here at Pajaro. It warms our heart to hear that our staff went above and beyond to ensure the quality of your stay & that Shorebird 66 condo excelled yours and your families expectations! We truly hope to see y'all again soon.
Warmly,
Pajaro Dunes Resort
The condo worked well for our family. It was fully equipped. The beds were very comfortable. It was quiet. Access to the beach was easy. The carpeting could use a deep cleaning… the windows need washing…but everything else was fine.
Denise M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Hi there Denise,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your time here at the beach. We do offer window washing services, I'm not sure if you were aware about this service but if you ever stay with us again in the future this is a service we offer so you can enjoy of the beautiful views.
Thank you,
Pajaro Dunes Resort team
Very nice condo. Kitchen well-appointed, although a few missing items (laundry detergent), and things like barely any salt/pepper. Could also use some Tupperware type containers for leftovers, and/or aluminum foil. Overall great! Perfect for 7 people.
Julie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
We stayed here with our daughter and her family for 3 days during the week. It was peaceful and very low key. The location is central to Santa Cruz as well as Monterey. The condo was well stocked with kitchen accessories and plenty of bath towels and beach towels. Plenty of hot water for the many, many showers required by teenage girls :-) The direct beach access was by far the favorite part of our stay. In fact, the beach itself was pristine and almost deserted..it truly felt like our own private beach. It was a relaxing trip and we will be back!
Sandy C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Nancy L.
28 Nov 2017
Wonderful property and vacation spot!
Loved staying at this property - what an amazing view from the living area deck and gorgeous beach! The condo was clean and well appointed with room for everyone in our party. We stayed there with two families and the kids loved the bunk room. The master suite and guest master are well decorated -- love the wood accent wall in the master bedroom. The kitchen had all the essentials and living spaces felt warm and inviting. The best part, of course, is the view and easy access to the huge beach. All of us enjoyed our time in the sand as well as the many walks we did around the pond (throwing rocks, feeding the ducks, etc.). Highly recommend this condo!
Nancy L.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2020
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
We liked it a lot.. but, also it wasn't exactly what we were expecting. I loved the solitude, the beach. Everyone was so friendly. The condo was well stocked with anything you may need, but it was more dated inside than I realized. This place would be absolutely perfect with a small refresher/facelift.
Sarah S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Hi Sarah,
Thank you for your review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the home well stocked. We are sorry to hear that you found the home to be in need of a refresher. I have relayed this to our team and we hope for updates.
If we can be of any assistance please feel free to reach out.
Warmest Regards,
Pajaro Dunes Team
The photos made this place appear to be fresh and remodeled. Some parts were nice (the bathrooms) but the rest of the place was pretty run down. For the price we paid, it would have been nice to have some things updated, like the blinds, fridge and coffee maker. Overall, we had a great time and the staff at Pajaro Dunes are friendly and helpful. But for the price we paid, I would say this was just okay value.
Tommy E.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2023
Hello Tommy,
We appreciate your honest feedback!
We hope you were able to enjoy your stay and will take your full feedback and relay it to our team. As for updates regarding the blinds, coffee maker, and fridge we will advise the owner for updates.
We hope to have you stay with us again.
Kindest Regards,
Pajaro Dunes Team
We stayed here with my parents as well as our young children and there was plenty of room for everyone. Nice open floor plan, one of the larger condos. Well stocked with everything you could need and very comfortable. Well it is a nice unit and more modern than some of the others I’ve stayed at as well, we were a little bummed how far away it is from the ocean. It is definitely on the farther end of the building. Our friends stayed at a unit that was essentially oceanfront, and they could hear the ocean and waves crashing at night. We were a little bit jealous, is that was definitely not our experience in this particular unit. That said, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend this to anyone!
Lindsey K.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2022
Thank you for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope to welcome you back soon!
Best, Pajaro Dunes Team
We had a great weekend at this location. Amazing access to a wide open beach. The kids loved the ocean. The kids' room had a TV with VHS player and movies. They got a kick out of that. My only complaint is that the listing says "brand new." I was disappointed when we walked through the door. The other adults in our party were not surprised based on the pictures. Their first impression was better than mine. The condo was clean, and the kitchen was well stocked. The front office staff and gate attendants were really friendly.
Laura L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2023
Hello Laura,
Thank you for your honest review!
It is great to hear that the kids enjoyed the VHS player as those are a rarity now a days. We do apologize for the confusion on the use of "brand new", our condo is new as a vacation rental and has many premium qualities but we understand how that could cause confusion. We have taken this feedback and will provide better description but we are happy that you were able to enjoy your stay regardless.
We hope you stay with us again and if we can be of any assistance please reach out.
Kind Regards,
Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified
6/10 Okay
Elise H.
7 Aug 2022
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not so hot....
While the resort property is located in a beautiful area, the unit itself was very outdated and had several technical issues: the TV didn't work, the landline didn't work, only the community unprotected WiFi worked which prevented us from doing any work nor connecting to our baby monitor. We called several times with no resolution. The 'gas grill' is more like a bad camping stove that was so dirty we didn't want to put any food on it. For the price of the stay, we expected higher quality.
Elise H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Dec 2022
We appreciate your notes, Elise! We discovered that the home’s wifi has two separate connections – one for the smart TV and another for internet. We are placing instructions in the home for easy log ins so that future guests will not encounter this challenge. I see that our tech did visit twice, but we did not have adequate info on this new dual system. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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: Cypress 1 https://www.vrbo.com/1032049 Pelican 28 https://www.vrbo.com/900507 Pelican 38 https://www.vrbo.com/897673 Pelican 66 https://www.vrbo.com/628074 Pelican 1 https://www.vrbo.com/688306 Pelican 52 https://www.vrbo.com/1366594 Pelican 55 https://www.vrbo.com/682442 Pelican 63 https://www.vrbo.com/1073541 Pelican 3 https://www.vrbo.com/1554230 House 83 https://www.vrbo.com/412705 House 121 https://www.vrbo.com/375067 House 137 https://www.vrbo.com/1123266 House 138 https://www.vrbo.com/718933 Shorebirds 92 https://www.vrbo.com/780008 Shorebirds 191 https://www.vrbo.com/780005 Shorebirds 203 https://www.vrbo.com/780003 Shorebirds 87 https://www.vrbo.com/1224089 Shorebirds 104 https://www.vrbo.com/780004 Shorebirds 82 https://www.vrbo.com/688592 Shorebirds 125 https://www.vrbo.com/1087122 Shorebirds 150 https://www.vrbo.com/1340280 Shorebirds 160 https://www.vrbo.com/1068431 Shorebirds 172 https://www.vrbo.com/1216830 Shorebirds 276 https://www.vrbo.com/1373472 Shorebirds 25 https://www.vrbo.com/874832 Shorebirds 37 https://www.vrbo.com/727329 Shorebirds 56 https://www.vrbo.com/713298 Shorebirds 66 https://www.vrbo.com/1097770 Shorebirds 78 https://www.vrbo.com/450645 Shorebirds 115 https://www.vrbo.com/145670 Shorebirds 209 https://www.vrbo.com/1574084 Shorebirds 309 https://www.vrbo.com/780006
Why they chose this property
Located in a Gated Community with an attendant 24 hours provides a peace of mind and serves as security for a relaxing vacation.
What makes this property unique
Our home is professionally managed by the Pajaro Dunes Resort team. If you need any assistance - from how to operate something, to maid service or supplies, just call! They are at your service 7 days a week, 9-5. We have an After-Hours Answering Service as well should anything come up and you need their assistance!
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests