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Ocean Front Condo Shorebirds 51

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Room
Interior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Pajaro Dunes, CA
  • Place, Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Zmudowski State Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Sunset State Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Front Condo Shorebirds 51

Shorebirds 51 is a long-time guest favorite — and for good reason. From the bedroom, living room, and private patio, you'll wake up and fall asleep to one of the most breathtaking views on the Monterey Bay. Watch the sunlight move across the waves, spot dolphins in the distance, and feel the ocean breeze right from your doorstep.

Beautifully remodeled and carefully maintained, this oceanfront condo blends comfort and charm. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to feel at home, and private high-speed Wi-Fi keeps you connected if needed.

After a day exploring the beach, settle into the cozy living room, listen to the rhythm of the waves, and let the calm of the coast remind you why Shorebirds 51 is a place guests return to year after year.

TOT Certificate #0094

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1225758vb
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
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 first aid kit

About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this condo is 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including fishing, whale watching and birdwatching.
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Pajaro Dunes, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Zmudowski State Beach - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Sunset State Beach - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Watsonville Square Shopping Center - 12 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Front Condo Shorebirds 51 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ocean Front Condo Shorebirds 51?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front Condo Shorebirds 51?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front Condo Shorebirds 51?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front Condo Shorebirds 51 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve, Sunset State Beach and Zmudowski State Beach. Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeromy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to the beach, beautiful views and peaceful atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Great Place!

I've stayed at many places in Pajaro, and this cozy condo is amazing, and the closest and easiest access to the beach. I would highly recommend this property for a fun getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey C.

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

Great rental

Very clean and great views!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaurav G.

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

Best stay ever!!

Me and my wife absolutely loved staying here. Its right in front of beach with personal access and the serenity of the ocean and quiet atmosphere in the property is just amazing. Everything was perfect starting from location, view from rooms, cleanliness. I wish I could give more than 5 stars to this property but I will definitely come here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Wonderful beach condo

The condo is an end unit with great views both north and south. The beach is very close. The condo is a simple but good design.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Absolutely Perfect!

Everything about this property was exactly what we were looking for in a beach location! Great views of the beach and ocean from the deck or inside with easy access right outside our door. The condo was clean and stocked with everything needed to make for a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Absolutely perfect place to relax, unwind and enjoy the sights and sounds of the ocean.

Renting couldn’t have been any easier. We received an email with all the check in information we needed along with all the important contact numbers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The condo is exactly as pictured. We went for shoreline walks every morning and evening. Beautiful and peaceful. Ideal setting
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie J.

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

Coastal Comfort

Perfect place for a couples getaway. Right on the beach with quick access. Beautiful sunsets! Fully stocked with necessities for an enjoyable time. Easy travel North to Santa Cruz or South to Monterey. Close to local farmland and fresh picked produce, and close to local stores for shopping. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori P.

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

Great Location and view of ocean.

We loved the ocean view from living room, bedroom. and porch. It is a perfect size for a couple. The Unit had everything we needed, especially the kitchen. The unit could use upgrades but nothing that would keep us from staying there again. The beach is perfect for long walks.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Happy as always

Great property…always enjoy our time at Pajaro Dunes. The only problem we had was the shower in 51B was very slow draining. We’ll be back😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay! We'll check out that shower. : ) Management
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie G.

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

Wonderful!

We are repeat visitors because this property is just great! First time to this particular unit, second time with this Host. It’s got a fabulous view of the beach, being right up front. The unit has all the basics from home to make your stay comfortable. The host communicates well. We happened to be there during a local emergency time and the host communicated road conditions to us which was much appreciated.! The only thing that could have made our stay better was more favorable weather. Thanks for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bud W.

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

A much needed respite by the sea

It was a dark and stormy night; the rain fell in torrents—except at occasional intervals, when it fell quietly enough to hear the pounding surf less than 100 feet outside our condo. What a Glorious night. Both the living room and the bedroom face the sea and you can sit quietly and watch the surf and the people move along the beach. Monterey to the South and Santa Cruz to the North with the resident pod of killer whales in the middle. Awesome view! Worthy of a short stay or more, if it's in your schedule. We've stayed at 3 other condos at Pajaro and this is one of the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette J.

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

Perfect location

The property is just like the photographs, no surprises. It's perfect size for a couple and so close to the beach. Our only complaints were the shower. It didn't drain well and would back up. The shower head is kind of low too if you are tall. Our other frustration was not knowing how to work the television. We couldn't figure out how to use the remotes. We dont normally watch much tv, so other visitors probably wouldn't have an issue. Maybe directions would be good to have, but it was probably just us. Can't complain too much as we were really just interested in being near the water. Perfect location to be near the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliana K.

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

Just what the doctor ordered

An antidote to civilization! I hate to give too good a review because I want to come back... and I don't want it to be booked! Seriously, perfect spot. Zen in every way plus fun games, binoculars, Netflicks. But the queen of everything is the perfect views 24/7.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene G.

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

Beyond Expectations--Fantastic!

We had such a delightful stay! The view was beyond special--we had planned to eat out at restaurants, but the water was so mesmerizing that we just stayed home to enjoy the view. The vrbo fees seemed exorbitant, but aside from that we could not have asked for anything more. The condo was very well-equipped, comfortable, well-decorated--amazing in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jacinta S.

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

Had a great relaxing time.

The condo was extremely comfortable and very very clean and sparkly. I enjoyed watching the sunset from the balcony facing the ocean. Weather was perfect. The owners were very communicative through email and text to make sure I had all the information. It was driving distance from places to eat, gas stations and even Starbucks.. thank you .. I plan on returning soon. Mary
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STACY P.

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

BEAUTIFUL VIEW, GREAT LOCATION

WE HAD A WONDERFUL TIME!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget T.

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

AMAZING!!

Amazing location, we will be back!! We loved having Santa Cruz and Monterey so close with just a short drive! But mostly we enjoyed the location and the walks in the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Terry K.

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

Beach condo

Views were amazing bed was comfortable kitchen was well stocked We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Has a great time! The condo has a great view of the ocean and the equipped kitchen was really convenient. Only one small negative- the tv’s have a voice command that was such an annoying hassle to deal with, especially for my kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah W.

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

Great weekend getaway

Perfect little weekend getaway without kids-beautiful view of the ocean from the bedroom and living area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy L.

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

Beautiful views!

The views are great from this property. The unit is clean and has the basics at hand. It is the perfect size for 1 or 2 people. My only suggestion is to get a new mattress or at least a topper. It was SUPER firm. We'd definitely come back, but we'd bring a mattress topper with us so we could enjoy our sleep. Everything else was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ellen P.

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

Filthy and not maintained

This was the worst condo I have stayed in and I stay here a lot! The chair arms were so filthy that I had to put towels over them to sit on it. There is no table on the balcony. The screen was off the sliding door when I got there. I called the office and they said the maintenance guy would be there by the next day. So, I couldn't sleep with the slider open?! I complained. He came while I was walking on the beach, when I called at 4:45 to say there was NO Screen door now, they said "They close in 15 minute, so I probably won't get until the morning." I paid a lot of $$$ to enjoy the sound of the ocean and now I cant? There was no soap in the bathroom, only 2 pods for laundry and when I called the next day to say how the washer would not turn on, the office told me they were busy with maintenance and didn't know when anyone could be there. They never came. I fixed it myself. I sent this all in an email to the office and all they had to say was, "sorry you weren't happy." That was it!!! I'll never rent this one again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lela N.

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

You can't beat Pajaro!!

We have been staying at Pajaro Dunes for 40+ years and always at Shorebirds . The views are spectacular from the one bedroom units. This unit was spartan. Much nicer units available. Only one washcloth, toaster broken, old blender...just small things like that but when you're paying this kind of price you want something that works. We won't rent this unit again. We rented for 5 nights...it was our anniversary ...plane Jane.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Judy or Brandy

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At The Dunes
Business Hours: Monday through Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm
(831) 768-7285
Property Managers: Judy Baker and Brandy Banuelos

Languages:

English, Spanish

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