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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Zmudowski State Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Zmudowski State Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Pajaro Dunes Resort - Great Beach House 137

A two story property sitting on the third row of Pajaro Dunes beach- this four bedroom, two bathroom home is perfect for a getaway with loved ones! Our home is Professional managed - Professionally Sanitized with On Site care. Enjoy barbecuing with your own charcoal BBQ out on the wrap around deck with a view of the sunset, or a cup of coffee in the morning to watch the sun rise.

On the bottom floor, there are four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Two bedrooms with Queen beds, a Double bed in the third bedroom, and two twin beds in the fourth.

Our private gated community contains several walking paths with coastal views, a recreation room, nearby tennis courts, sand pit volley ball court, bocce ball & horse shoe pit. Fun activities to do with friends and family!

County of Santa Cruz Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate #CO04464. Certified since 1973. PDA Rental Permit: #74-400-PUD

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
4 & under, not included in guest count.
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Events

No events allowed
Quiet time is 10 pm - 8 am.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$250 fine. ONLY allowed in designated areas.

Check-out instructions

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 location. 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

Property # 1123266vb
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

About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and rock climbing nearby.
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Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Zmudowski State Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 34 min drive - 36.1 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 31 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pajaro Dunes Resort - Great Beach House 137 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pajaro Dunes Resort - Great Beach House 137?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pajaro Dunes Resort - Great Beach House 137?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pajaro Dunes Resort - Great Beach House 137?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Pajaro Dunes Resort - Great Beach House 137 located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve and Sunset State Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property fit our needs perfectly – it was ideal for a smaller group of siblings, and then worked smoothly and flexibly when some of the extended family descended for a day at the beach and an impromptu overnight. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
Thank you! We're so glad the property was a perfect fit for your family gathering. It’s great to hear you loved your time at the beach—hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2025
Thank you for staying at our beach house! So glad you found it enjoyable for your getaway. Come stay again soon at Pajaro Dunes Resort.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard R.

Great Spot along the California coast

Is the access to a wonderful wide beach. Halfway between Santa Cruz and Monterey.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks so much for your review! We're glad you found our home to enjoy some time on the Monterey Bay. We hope to welcome you back again soon to Pajaro Dunes Resort.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation house for a group. Our kids loved the beach. We appreciated the well stocked kitchen and linen closet. Little touches like the hotel-sized bar soaps made our vacation run smoother. The only snag was the gatehouse attendants who seemed overworked and were reticent to provide hospitality when we asked questions. Overall I recommend this Pajaro Dunes property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

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

Excellent location

Great location, comfortable for 2 families of 4. Brought an Xbox with us for watching movies. Needs some updating but the price and previous reviews reflect that so we were pleased with our stay. Plenty of room and super close to beach-would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chilton F.

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

Stay at House 137

We rented the house for a family gathering of multiple generations. Two sisters and their husbands and children stayed in the house. The House is a good "hang-out with family" house, appropriately casual for the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2024
Thanks for your review! We're so glad you liked our casual beach house for your family vacation! Love to hear that everyone was able to get together and spend time with us on the coast. Hopefully we can host you all again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elke M.

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

Fun get together

Perfect house for 8 people to have a fun vacation on the beach. The upper floor is so we’ll set up for groups with shared and intimate spaces, lots of seating and a wonderful open kitchen. Views on all sides make you feel like you’re part of the outdoors
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2024
Hi there Elke, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a sweet review! We're very happy to hear that your stay at Pajaro was delightful and this home and its amenities were of great convenience to you and your party. We hope you keep us in mind on your next trip to Pajaro & we look forward to seeing you again soon! Warmly, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified

8/10 Good

ellen f.

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

Good enough and near enough to beach. Good value for the money

This house could use an inside fresh coat of paint in white, not beige. It needs to sparkle......a bit more.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for staying with us at Pajaro Dunes! We hope everyone enjoyed their time together at the beach. Thanks for sharing your feedback. We'll definitely review these details. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Great place to relax

We really enjoyed our stay in house 137. Kids loved the short walk to the beach! We enjoyed the tennis courts and bocce ball area. The house was very clean and ready for us. The kitchen is laid out nicely and made it easy to cook in. The only recommendation would be to have some patio chairs so we could enjoy the balcony and ocean view. Otherwise it was a great place and we plan to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
So wonderful to hear everyone enjoyed their time at the beach house! It sounds like everyone was able to enjoy all the different aspects of Pajaro Dunes from the beach to the walking paths in the dunes! Glad you found the recreation area and played some bocce & tennis. We're already looking into adding patio chairs to make the balcony more enjoyable. We hope to welcome you all back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Pajaro Dunes

Beautiful location. Very unique property. Development and the specific home is moderately weathered and in need of freshening. Furnishings are dated and mismatched but comfortable. We had a wonderful time there and would gladly return. Focus on the location and not the shortcomings of the home and you will enjoy your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2023
Paul, thank you for this amazing feedback/review! We are glad to here you enjoyed your stay with us and we'll definitely mention your suggestions to the owner. We hope to welcome you back soon! Thank you, Pajaro Dunes Resort Team
Verified

6/10 Okay

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Needs some improvements

The house is in a great location. Unfortunately the house can really use improvements. First, we could not use the shower in the master because the water was only scalding hot. If you tried to turn it to cold it just turns off. Many of the drapes and blinds need to be replaced. The screens and sliding glass doors don't work well. The house has a terrible odor to it. The cleaning crew did a good job but everything in the house is just old. If you read the reviews (which I did only after entering the house) you will see people have been saying this same thing for a long time. Too bad the owners don't seem to care about updating this home that you pay $700.00+ a night for. We love Pajaro Dunes, but we won't be coming back to this home unless they update it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Dec 2022
Hi Melissa, We appreciate your review and feedback. We would like to apologize for the inconveniences you have experienced. We are sorry you could not use the shower in the master bedroom due to the water being scorching hot and for the the sliding doors not closing well. We know how frustrating this can be when you are trying to have a relaxing time. For the future, please feel free to contact us to let us know your concerns so we can do our best to fix any issue. We have worked with the owner on replacing the drapes and curtains and our maintenance have worked on fixing the issues. This is a standard home and we do manage over 100 properties so we hope that you give us another chance, when you’re ready to return we can assist you in selecting another home with more updates. Kindest Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

8/10 Good

Kirsten M.

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

Great home

Great location, love the beach access
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 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

4/10 Poor

Angela H.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Extremely dated property

The location is nice but the house needs repairs. The ceiling fan in the living room wasn’t working; the shower in the master bath felt like a cruise ship shower; the faucet in the master bath is loose and the water doesn’t drain quickly. The house didn’t smell clean and furniture was dated. My husband woke up from sleeping in the master bedroom and had a long black hair attached to his head. Gross. For what we paid for two nights we expected better. Owner needs to spend some of that money to update the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2023
Hello Angela, We appreciate your feedback. We would like to apologize that the home was not to your standard. We are so sorry that your husband found a hair and that the home had a bad smell. We have housekeeping and maintenance on site in case any issues like these arise. We wish we could have provided these services to you. If you decided to stay with us again we would like to assist in finding a home that is more to your standard. Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

6/10 Okay

Leticia U.

Liked: Location

Amazing location but property had many issues

The location is what you pay for, the home looked nicer in the photos than I person but we still enjoyed ourselves. Many things didnt work on the property and the biggest hummer was the oven as we needed to make a birthday cake. I love Pajaro Dunes beach but the property was not super exciting.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2023
Hello Leticia, Thank you for your feedback! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the home overall. We would like to apologize for the oven not working during your stay as that was a last minute issue our maintenance found. We wish that we could have been more help for you. If you decide to come back we are more than happy to assist in finding you a home to better accommodate your needs. Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Analyn S.

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

Great location

We had such a wonderful time at this house. The location to the beach was just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Dec 2021
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

8/10 Good

Mike H.

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

Pajaro Dunes Beach House 2021

Overall, the property was OK. Mattresses were a bit on the soft side, but bedding was good. House had comfortable layout and reasonably well equipped kitchen. I would have appreciated being informed I needed to bring my own charcoal as there were only two briquette left. Typically properties in this price range have a gas grill. The property is showing its age and could use some sprucing up but made for an enjoyable weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Paulette S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

50th Wedding Anniversary - July 4th celebration

Our celebration was definitely affected by the deplorable conditions we found in this rental. The rating and photos you provided did not reflect in any way the disgusting conditions were lived with…
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Great location

We had an amazing time. The spacious living room that leads out to the deck was our favorite part of the house. Walking distance to the beach and close enough for us to run my 2 year old son back and forth for snacks of bathroom breaks. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov 2021
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

8/10 Good

Yi C.

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

Great for my family.

Lots of big clean windows letting in the sunshine. Loved the kitchen, plenty of tables and chairs but could use some big bowls to help with food preparation. Some of the beds a little uncomfortable and blankets in master bedroom a little worn.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2021
Thank you for the amazing review! And thank you for the honest feedback, we appreciate it! We will check out the issues you mentions. 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

8/10 Good

Amy M.

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

Nice getaway, needs a little maintenance

My family of 4 needed a change of scenery but still needed to connect to school and work online. Wifi was great upstairs but weak downstairs - made connecting to classes consistently from the bedroom a challenge. Half the family chose to work upstairs in the living area and had no issues. While the home was generally clean and comfortable, there are a few things maintenance should address (some of which I addressed in person at check out): The bathroom sinks drain very slowly - I reported at checkout but I would have expected housekeeping to inform maintenance about this for attention before our arrival). The kitchen faucet is loose/wobbly, not leaking but needs attention - I reported at checkout but I would have expected housekeeping to inform maintenance about this for attention before our arrival). There isn't a single sharp knife in the knife block - made preparing some meals challenging. The window in the master bathroom has a gap and is quite drafty - made for cold mornings and could use some attention. The inside of the bathroom doors have dirty fingerprints on them which was rather gross. A thorough cleaning in hard to see areas and perhaps some fresh paint would go a long way. Overall, the majority of surfaces throughout the home were clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the short walk to the beach daily and the quiet surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2021
Thank you for the amazing and honest review, we appreciate it! We will have our maintenance team take a look at the drains, internet, and faucet. The other issues mentioned are up to the owner to repair, and we will definitely pass the message along. We will check out the issues you mentions. 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

Morgan H.

amazing

Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

awesome

great
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Great property

Beautiful setting and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 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

About the host

Hosted by Pajaro Dunes Resort

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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

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!

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