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Enjoy Beautiful Views In Our Family Friendly Beach House!

Family-friendly holiday home in Watsonville

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A picture of our house taken from the beach access.
View from the top front deck
Beach access, as seen from our home, is just steps away.
Spend time on the large front deck while enjoying the view.
Enjoy the views from inside and watch for dolphins and whales.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, La Selva Beach
  • Place, Sunset State Beach
  • Place, Monterey Bay
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Enjoy Beautiful Views In Our Family Friendly Beach House!


Welcome to house 85 at Pajaro Dunes. We are excited to open our home to you for your next vacation. Our home is perfect for groups looking to relax and enjoy quality beach time together as well as those wishing to explore the beautiful Monterey Bay area. Pajaro Dunes is a serene private beach community located on a secluded stretch of beach with miles of coastline to walk, run and explore.

Wake up to the sounds of the waves while enjoying the view from one of our many beach facing windows. The beach access is right in front of our home. Have fun walking along the beach, gathering shells, or jumping the waves. The large beach is perfect for frisbee, soccer, football, kite flying, picnics, sand castle building and reading. Just down the road are the tennis courts, pickle ball courts, basketball courts and designated walking paths. Want to relax inside? The open floor plan and extra table space allows for puzzles and games while enjoying the views.

House Details:
Our 4 bedroom 3 bath home sleeps 10 and has an open floor plan with beautiful ocean views. The beach access is located in front of the house and we are just steps away from a bird sanctuary, tennis courts, a sand volleyball court, a basketball court, and a large grassy field. On a clear day you can enjoy views from Monterey to Santa Cruz.

* Our home can be comfortably shared by one family, several small families, or a group of friends traveling together. Our house has plenty of open space for everybody in your group to spread out.

* Our large open living room and dining area provide ample space for your group to relax together. The living room offers high ceilings and large windows, perfect for enjoying the beautiful ocean views. From the living room, dining table area and kitchen you can enjoy ocean views in the front of the house and views of lush eucalyptus trees in the back of the house.

*Our home provides a fully equipped kitchen with enough cookware, dishes and table settings for your whole group. The kitchen has a view of the ocean and the beach access. It also has a large window that opens up to the lush eucalyptus grove at the back of the house. The kitchen is open to the living room and dining room making it easy to be a part of the action while preparing meals.

*Multiple decks are available for you to sit back and relax or dine outside in the fresh air. The back deck has a gas grill and an over-sized picnic table large enough for your group to share a meal together. This deck overlooks eucalyptus trees. The front deck has patio chairs, tables and ocean views. An upstairs south facing side deck has a small table, chairs for 4 and ocean views.


*We provide a dedicated, private and secure, wireless internet connection specific to our home. This makes it possible to have a faster wireless connection to work remotely, attend distance learning school or stream your favorite shows. We also have a cordless phone with free local and long distance calling.


*Plenty of boogie boards, beach chairs, umbrellas, shovels and sand toys are all provided in the attached 2 car garage for you to use while enjoying the beach.


*Parking available in the attached two car garage, on the driveway and on the street directly in front of the house.


Bedroom Configurations and Layout:

* Downstairs you will find two bedrooms, a full bath and laundry facility. The front bedroom has two twin beds. The second bedroom has a queen bed, views overlooking eucalyptus trees, and a flat panel smart TV. These two bedrooms have access to a shared deck.

* The main floor has two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. These two rooms have the potential to be closed off as two master suites. The front master bedroom has a queen bed and private bathroom. The back bedroom has a queen bed, a double bed, and a flat panel smart TV. This room can be closed off to create a second master bedroom. Both rooms on the main level have a shared ocean view balcony with a patio table and chairs.

We look forward to sharing our home with you!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack and Play provided
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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

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 deadlock
Property Registration Number CO00027

About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Selva Beach - 12 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Sunset State Beach - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Moss Landing State Beach - 14 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Monterey Bay - 29 min drive - 43.2 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 31 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy Beautiful Views In Our Family Friendly Beach House! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Enjoy Beautiful Views In Our Family Friendly Beach House!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy Beautiful Views In Our Family Friendly Beach House! located?

This family-friendly Watsonville holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Palm Beach and Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve. Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 238 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful time at this beach house! Welcoming, clean, and comfortable. We highly recommend staying here. The location is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kory G.

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

birtday

great place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B.

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

Great Beach House

Great location, great house for a family
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette M.

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

Home Away from Home!

Great location, house was comfortable for a family with plenty of space. Fully stocked and had everything we needed. Very responsive. Had a great time and would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee G.

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

Wonderful stay

I have stayed at this home now 3 times. Every time the home is clean and well stocked with everything needed for a large group. The views and location are the best, we plan to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Karen F.

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

Beach getaway

Property location to amenities at Pajaro Dunes were within walking distance as well as access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Great for families!

This is our second stay at this property. I bring my grown kids and grandchildren once a year. Everyone has a wonderful time making memories! We love everything about the location and house. We will be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

Wonderful and cozy

This is the second time we have rented this home. It’s cozy and charming. Plenty of room for a large family or multiple couples. We especially enjoyed the ocean views from multiple rooms and the easy access to the beach. Can’t wait to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great ocean getaway

Had a great time at this property getting to have a meet-up between two families that hadn't seen each other in quite a while. Super close to the beach, with lots of sand toys and boogie boards that the kids and adults enjoyed. Very comfortable sleeping for everyone. Easy access to grocery stores. All in all, a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Janet M.

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

Great house for a larger group just steps to the beach

The house was very comfortable with views of the ocean. It was easy to walk to the beach. The living room was a nice gathering space for a larger group and dinning table that also accommodated 10 people. We would consider renting this house again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

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

Pajaro Dunes Peaceful Retreat

The location is amazing, walk across the street, up steps and down to the beach. It’s very quiet, peaceful and private feeling. The house had everything we needed to be comfortable and the small children had so much fun with the toys and puzzles that were available. The house is dated but it’s very comfortable and affordable and the owners were extremely nice and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MJ G.

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

Beautiful serenity

Nice layout with plenty of space and windows; everything was comfortable and having bedrooms on two levels w was great. Beach is an easy walk across the street and just perfect. Neighborhood is quiet and peaceful, with only the sounds of waves, birds and the occasional laughter of families playing. We’ll most certainly be back- May now be an annual tradition.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kristoffer A.

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

Sand and surf

I felt like I was transported back in time. The design and decor of the property and the entire neighborhood had a vintage feel to it. The road to get there is a bumpy ride so be careful but once you’re there it’s like being in a different country.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kraig S.

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

Special Family Celebration at a Central Coast Gem

We cannot say enough about the amazing time we had at this beautiful home in Pajaro Dunes. Everything was just as described both inside the home and the location. The home was very warm and welcoming, steps from a hidden gem of strip of beach. The owners, Mr & Mrs. Allegretti were awesome from check-in to check-out. They were very responsive and went out of their way to help make a very special occasion, our oldest daughter's graduation from UCSC even more memorable. Our two youngest daughters are already asking about when we can go back to this wonderful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy P.

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

Great location

Beautiful location and house was big enough for us all we will probably return to Pajaro dunes. We enjoyed the wildlife, surfing, fishing, shopping, the BarBQue at the house and much more. Thank you. P. S. The freezer is leaking water in the ice maker side & will eventually break. We cleared it out a few times during our stay. The big bad of ice was there when we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

Charming home, amazing ocean views

This was our first time staying at pajaro dunes, and it won’t be our last! We enjoyed this home and location so much that we practically didn’t leave all weekend! The home is very spacious and cozy. We comfortably fit 8 adults in it. Each couple had their own room, and there were plenty of bathrooms. We enjoyed how the home was decorated. It was a nice beachy vibe, and the home was immaculate. Our favorite was sitting on the large deck that overlooks the ocean. When it got chilly, it was lovely to sit inside but still be able to see the ocean from the massive windows in the living room. The kitchen and dining area were a good size. All of us sat at the large dining table every night and played round of dice. There was ample parking, and we enjoyed being able to use the beach gear that was supplied. We loved everything about this home, and have already been talking about booking again! I enjoyed how kind and accommodating the hosts were. They left us a lovely card and some chocolates! When we told them the coffee pot wasn’t working, they had a new one brought over right away! This is far more than most hosts would do. All in all this is a wonderful, private and clean place to stay and you will not be disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the big table and all the dishes, we cooked in every night so it was really nice to sit and eat together. I wish I had known that the equipment storage room at the athletic center was open and accessible, we would have used a lot more of the facilities. (Ping pong, tennis, etc)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig & Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 generation family vacation. Beautiful beach view from the living areas and bedroom. Nice deck with table and chairs to enjoy outside dining. Perfect location with beach access right across the street. We bring enough food and drinks for the week so we don’t have to leave. The garage and driveway parking made unloading easy and convenient. Plenty of beach toys, boogie boards, and even a life jacket for the kids. Toys, games, and puzzles for both kids and adults for the rainy day that we stayed inside. Communication with the owner was excellent, and the chocolates and note they left for us was a welcoming touch. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice view of the beach between buildings.Nice layout. Perfect for our group. Very nicely stocked kitchen.We especially appreciated the entertainment: dolphin swim-bys 2 of the 3 days!!Friendly owner/ manager that answered all our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts - super responsive, answered all our questions in a timely manner. Welcomed us with a note and chocolates, which was so nice!House had everything we needed to enjoy a weekend at the beach. We especially appreciated all the books, children’s toys, and high chairs. Also, brand new washer and dryer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

This was our second stay in this home, which accommodates our extended family of 10 perfectly. The home provides beautiful ocean views from the deck and spacious living room. The well stocked kitchen and gas grill were perfect for our group who enjoys cooking. Location is great, quiet and peaceful, but close enough to venture to Aptos and Santa Cruz. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUCY C.

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

Great location

We had a wonderful time at this home. You can’t beat the location, It fit the needs for a family of 10. Comfortable bedroom set ups and lots of sand toys for the kiddos. Everything is as described and owners were very responsive.Thank youLucy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice W.

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

Nothing short of amazing

This is the place to stay if you want relaxation and peace away from the city!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Fantastic Beach House

House was perfect for our family vacation at Pajaro Dunes. Fantastic views and just steps to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudi P.

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

Family vacation

Lovely family get together at this location. Close beach access for long walks and bonfires. The home is older but clean and lovely. Will consider staying here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Anthony Allegretti

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Why they chose this property

We were looking for a place close to San Jose where we could get away with our family to enjoy the outdoors. After attending a seminar at Pajaro Dunes we knew that this community, with it's close proximity to San Jose, was the perfect place for us. We enjoyed playing with our 5 children on the beach as they grew up and we now enjoy watching as our 9 grandchildren play and explore the same beach. Over the years our home has been a place where we have gathered with family and friends. We have created many wonderful and happy memories here. We hope that our home provides your family and friends with wonderful memories as well.

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