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The Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views

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A coastal house with a wooden deck and a view of the beach and ocean.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a view through the windows.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a raised wooden structure with multiple levels and windows.
A wooden deck with glass railings overlooking a grassy area with houses in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Set along the shore, this 3-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests. Enjoy beach views from the deck and balcony, while the patio offers additional outdoor space. Engage in swimming, snorkeling, and game walks nearby. The property features tennis courts and access to water sports. Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve are attractions.

Highlights

  • Sweeping ocean views
    Enjoy top-rated ocean views from dawn to dusk right from your stay.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

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

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

King Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Master

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs guest bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views

The Copper Nest is an ideal getaway located steps from the beach in the gated community of Pajaro Dunes where the Pajaro River meets the Pacific Ocean. This newly designed three bedroom home is styled to create a serene beach retreat for you and your guests. With Monterey Bay, the Pajaro River and Pajaro Valley agricultural views from every room, you are surrounded by the beauty only this area can offer.

A well equipped kitchen, built in dining table, outdoor seating and lower deck bbq area for a relaxing home dining experience.

A large master suite features a king bed and spectacular ocean views. There is also a bedroom with two twin beds, and a bedroom with a king bed. All bedrooms and loft area have smart TVs with the family room featuring the Samsung Frame TV which doubles as customizable art to help you feel right at home.

The loft area features an American Leather down sofa with a pull out queen memory foam mattress and a game and TV area.

The resort offers tennis and basketball courts, a sand volleyball area and large playing field to create fun for all ages. The resort also has a bird sanctuary and the area is famous for a wildlife reserve and marine sanctuary where you can see whales, sea otters, sea lions, dolphins, and many species of birds.

The lower deck at the Copper Nest is well equipped with corn hole, a stargazing platform, beach chairs, a beach tent, beach toys, tennis rackets and sports court equipment.

California’s most popular travel and food destinations are close-by with Carmel, Monterey, and Santa Cruz all within a 30 minute drive.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Note that the house is on stilts.
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Events

No events allowed
Max number of people including children = 10
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Pets

No pets allowed
Firm no pet policy.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are designated smoking areas at Pajaro Dunes
Please note there are 26 steps to access the Copper Nest
No groups larger than 10 onsite.
Quiet hours begin at 10pm. A security call will impact your deposit.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1824865vb
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: Max number of people including children = 10
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Watsonville Center for the Arts and Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding 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 - 35 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views?

As of 3 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views on 28 Sept 2026 start from AU$3,384, 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 The Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Zmudowski State Beach and Monterey Bay. Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve and Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Erin Nelson

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We have always dreamed about owning a beach house. We love the Monterey Bay Area and have been renting our favorite beach house that felt like home to us for many years. We hoped and prayed we would have one of our own someday! In 2014 we made a ten year goal to purchase something by the coast. We dreamed of white water views and were looking in the Aptos area. During the summer of 2019 one of our family members was staying at Pajaro Dunes and we fell in love with this area. The Copper Nest was featured as an open house one day during our visit and we decided to take a look. We thought it was so funky walking up to it because it was so high and on STILTS! But we instantly fell in love and felt right at home the moment we walked in. We knew we wanted to create a retreat and share the home with others.

Bryan is a financial planner and radio broadcaster in the Turlock area and Erin is the executive director of a children’s grief center called Jessica’s House in Turlock. They have a family business farming almonds in the Central Valley. They have four children and six grandchildren who all love the beach.

Why they chose this property

This area stood out to us because of the views! We love seeing the ocean views to the West especially during sunset and the agriculture views to the East at sunrise. We also love being able to have the recreation area and beach steps just steps away.

What makes this property unique

The 360 degree views and expert design from Conrad Asturi Studios make this home a rare find. The accessibility to Monterey, Carmel and Santa Cruz is something we enjoy. We often drive to neighboring areas when we are visiting. Dining out is one of our favorite activities and we enjoy trying the excellent restaurants throughout the area. We recently discovered the wine region and restaurants in Carmel Valley and make it a point to visit when we are here.

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