Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point

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A coastal residential area with modern multi-story buildings, a sandy beach, and a clear view of the sea.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen with white cabinetry.
A residential building with multiple balconies, a garden area with plants, and a pathway.
A coastal residential area with houses along the beach, a sandy shoreline, and a body of water in the background.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Zmudowski State Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom Suite

1 Queen Bed

Second Guest Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this condo is in a rural area 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. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Zmudowski State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Monterey Bay - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 43 min drive - 37.5 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 32 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Imura Japanese Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point on 5 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,893, 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 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Pajaro Dunes Resort - 3 BR Beach Condo By The Sea - Pelican Point located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville condo building is just steps away from Zmudowski State Beach and Monterey Bay. Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve and Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely rental
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and found the rental lovely. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime — feel free to reserve another stay whenever the timing is right.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Beach

Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
Hello Michelle, We are so happy you found this to be a beautiful place to stay. We hope you stay with us again. Kindest Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice location

Unique location - beautiful views of the ocean and sunrise/sunsets
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Our family stayed here 3 nights. We liked how quiet it was and how it was nestled in the sand dunes and so close to the ocean! It was also nice to be centrally located between Monterey and Santa Cruz.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Hi Gary, Its so amazing to hear that you enjoyed your stay! We are blessed to have a wonderful location right between two beautiful cities to enjoy the activities for both while still being able to come to a secluded little paradise. We hope you stay with us again, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a beachfront getaway

Home was very clean and well kept. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay with a group

A bunch of us were staying there while in town for a friend's wedding. Was beautiful to be right on the beach. The condo was comfy for 7 adults and a toddler. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Great to hear everyone enjoyed their time at our beach condo and at your friend's wedding. Sounds like a lovely time. We look forward to welcoming you back to Pajaro Dunes Resort.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We have rented in the same condos several times now and they are always great. The location can't be beat and the property management is very helpful. This condo was beautiful and well set up. Thank for another great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 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 review

8/10 Good

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

Pelican 3

Great property in a great location. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Bring coats for the beach and wet suits for the kids.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

Perfect for a short, small getaway to the beach. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2024
Hi there Allie, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We do appreciate any and all feedback we can get from our guests as we're always looking for ways we can improve our amenities and our services. We are stoked to hear that Pelican 3 was perfect for your mini getaway to the beach. We hope to see you again soon! Warmly, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Cute

Great location. Clean and relaxing. Plenty of everything you need to live there for your stay. My family enjoyed the space and loved that they could go play tennis and walk to the beach on thwir own. Great place!!
Stayed 2 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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Absolutely loved it and will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice condo. Good location

This is a great location. The condo is well planned. Definitely satisfied.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2020
We are glad you've enjoyed your stay with us! We hope to welcome you at the beach soon! Best Wishes, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The home was nice and clean inside, the pictures of the inside are accurate. I was disappointed in the back patio/path to the beach. My main reason for picking this ground floor unit was the easy access to the staircase leading to the beach. It is boarded up with caution tape everywhere, no access to that staircase. I understand this is for dune restoration but I was never told this in advance and the pictures on the listing to not depict this. Had I known, I would have chosen an upper floor with an ocean view, not crime scene tape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you found the home clean and comfortable and that the interior matched your expectations based on the listing photos. At the same time, I sincerely apologize for the disappointment you experienced regarding the patio area and beach access staircase. We understand that the convenient access to the beach was a significant factor in your decision to book this ground-floor unit, and we regret that we did not notify you in advance about the ongoing dune restoration project and the closure of the staircase. We recognize how frustrating it must have been to arrive and find construction barriers and restricted access that were not reflected in your expectations. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Your feedback is valuable and helps us improve our communication with future guests regarding construction projects and any impacts they may have on the guest experience. We would also like to sincerely thank you for taking such great care of the home and for following the house rules during your stay. We truly appreciate your respect for the property. Despite the inconvenience, we hope you were able to enjoy your time at Pajaro Dunes and make the most of your stay. We appreciate the photos and candid feedback and the opportunity to learn from your experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can’t see the ocean, but it’s close.

This was a great place to stay. Not too far from the ocean, but there are no views of the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2022
Hello Darlene, Thank you so much for your review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Pelican 3 is a lovely condo and ideal for those who would rather not have to use stairs as it is on the ground level. Unfortunately, most ground level homes do not provide any ocean views but are near beach access. We do have various other homes that have amazing ocean views. If you are interested in getting more information on these do not hesitate to give our office a call. We are happy to assist with any questions! Our office is open 7 days a week from 9am to 5pm. Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

The condo was lovely and very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Alicia, thank you for this review! We hope to welcome you back soon! Kindly, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family reunion

We rented three houses in the area and this one held two siblings and their families. Great location and well appointed. Great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for staying with us at Pelican Point at Pajaro Dunes Resort. We're so glad everyone enjoyed their time together here at the beach. Great to hear that they found the home to be comfortable! We hope to welcome everyone back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Minutes From the Ocean

Perfect getaway. Cozy yet very comfortable. Literally steps away from the ocean. Can't wait to do it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 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 review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice place

Listing needs to be updated - no boogie boards :(
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
Thank you for the 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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The PERFECT family get away

Our condo had everything we needed! The location and accessibility to the beach is 10/10. The games and books helped distract my children in the early morning and evenings. The beach was clean and felt safe. The condo itself was immaculate, well stocked, and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Hello Jessica, We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! We love that you and your little ones were entertained throughout your stay. We would love to have you stay again. Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pristine Condo

What a great weekend with our family and friends. The Condo was spotless. At night the sound of the waves and the relaxing atmosphere made going to sleep very easy. This condo is a keeper for future get-aways.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing/Fun Time

Condo was clean & well-stocked with everything we needed (non-food). Enjoyed Frisbee/Kites on the beach, and Basketball/Pickleball on the grounds. Everyone in the family enjoyed the relaxing/fun time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2024
Hi William, Thank You for the great review! We loved hearing that you found everything comfortable and well stocked with everything you might want and need during your stay. Hopefully we can host your stay soon! Warm Regards, Pajaro Dunes Resort
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy Access

Great location for families with smaller kids since the porch opens up right to the dunes for easy back and forth access. Well stocked and super clean unit with all the amenities we could want (and some we didn't even know we needed)! Our kids loved the bunk beds and we enjoyed playing the many board games that were provided at night. Love Pajaro Dunes and we look forward to a return visit soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Home

Nice home behind the dunes with a private walkway to the beach. Lovely neighborhood to take a stroll, bird watch, and enjoy nature. The home was stocked with all the necessary kitchen equipment (yeah for storage containers!), plenty of towels, and extra space heaters for those that get extra chilly. Tons of windows and natural lighting. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Girls Weekend

This was a great house for our group of girls. Loved the house, loved the location - sort of. Beautiful beach, but absolutely nothing near the area at all. Everything was a good 35-045 minute drive away. Other than that, perfect place! Well supplied!!! Thank you for a great stay! Owner was very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2023
Hello Kristin, We appreciate your feedback! So happy to hear that you loved the house and had a great stay. We are in a secluded area that is perfect for a peaceful vacation but that does mean we are about half an hour away from bigger cities. We are glad to hear that you were able to enjoy your stay despite the distance to the bigger cities. We hope you stay with us again and if we can be any assistance please let us know. Kind Regards, Pajaro Dunes Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Clean!!!

Our only complaint is that you have to check in at one location and then have to drive to the 2nd location and get a parking pass. Otherwise a perfect location... walk out of the back slider to the boardwalk, up the stairs and there is the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2020
Thank you! We do understand that coming to our lobby to check in and then stop at the 2nd gatehouse for your parking pass is a tad inconvenient. With 550 homes here, we accommodate the rules of the homeowners assn., which requires the parking pass be given in person. Hope to welcome you back again soon!
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