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Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball
Riverfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 12 213.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Watsonville, CA
- Place, Palm Beach2 min walk
- Place, Moss Landing State Beach19 min drive
- Place, Monterey Bay34 min drive
- Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)42 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
Media Room/Bedroom 5
1 Queen Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball
Discover your perfect coastal retreat in this stunning 2,300+ sq. ft. contemporary beach house, where panoramic ocean views and the rhythmic sound of waves create an unforgettable backdrop for your getaway with family and friends. Just steps from the sand and water, this thoughtfully designed home seamlessly blends luxury with comfort, accommodating up to 12 guests across two primary queen suites, an additional queen bedroom, a cheerful bunk room perfect for children and a queen sofa bed.
The heart of the home showcases a light-filled great room with a soaring open-beam ceiling, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and expansive windows that frame breathtaking white water ocean and sunset views. From inside the house or on either of the two front decks, you may witness dolphins, otters and seals playing in the surf, humpback whale spouts in the distance or enjoy the spectacular lights of Santa Cruz and Monterey twinkling across the bay. The rear wrap-around deck, nestled among eucalyptus trees and overlooking a stream, also offers a peaceful retreat.
Designed for both relaxation and entertainment, this home features:
Luxurious Living Spaces:
• Two spacious master suites with private decks and premium furnishings
• Upstairs master bath with double sinks, large shower, and indulgent soaking tub
• Dedicated media room with 60" Smart HDTV, Roku for easy streaming, cable (Spectrum), DVD-player and high-end American Leather queen sleeper sofa
• High-speed WiFi throughout for seamless entertainment
• Smart HDTVs with Roku for easy streaming and cable in each bedroom
• Klipsch Heritage-series bluetooth speaker to stream your favorite music
Gourmet Kitchen & Dining:
• Fully equipped chef's kitchen with new appliances and premium kitchenware
• Dual coffee options: traditional drip maker and Keurig for your morning brew
• Generous dining space for 12, plus casual breakfast bar seating for 4
• Matching dishes, flatware and glasses along with attractive serving dishes
• Weber gas grill for effortless outdoor cooking
• Rice cooker, toaster, pancake griddle, crockpot, blender and more small appliances
Beach Life Made Easy:
• Complete beach gear: chairs, towels, sunshade, umbrella, boogie boards, and rolling cart
• Convenient foot washing station for sandy returns
• Access to community pickleball, tennis courts, bocce ball, volleyball, and basketball facilities as well as an open field for soccer, baseball or other free play
• Access to life-size chess board and Connect4, horseshoes and Bocce Ball that can be borrowed from the gatehouse
Family-Friendly Amenities:
• Kids' bunk room with four twin beds and trundle
• Games for kids and guests of all ages
• Ping-pong table for active group engagement
• Portable baby gates and bed (Pack 'n Play)
• Plastic cups, plates and bowls
• Step stools in bathroom
• New full-size washer and dryer (new in 2023)
• Fully accessible two-car garage plus ample parking
Pajaro Dunes is a peaceful escape, and our family has endless hours of fun here. Nonetheless, the local area offers endless attractions, activities and culinary experiences. We are always happy to share our recommendations but here are a few nearby options:
• Santa Cruz beach boardwalk (30 minutes)
• Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman’s Wharf, Cannery Row (25 minutes)
• Berry picking at local farms – season dependent – or visit the farm’s pie and gift shop
• Unparalleled local produce from nearby stands or markets
• World-class kayaking and bird watching at Elkhorn Slough
• Wineries and breweries
• Surfing, skim boarding, paddle boarding, kayaking rentals and lessons
• Martinelli’s Company Store offers juice tasting (check hours)
• Horseback riding
• Endless hiking and mountain biking
• Restaurants and shopping in Santa Cruz, Capitola, Aptos, Moss Landing and Watsonville
• Spectacular golfing with a local ocean-view course (10 minutes) or Pebble Beach (45 minutes)
• Ropes course and canopy tours (35 min)
• 17-Mile Drive and Carmel-by-the-Sea (45 min) and Big Sur
• Missions - San Juan Bautista Mission (30 min) and Carmel Mission (40 min)
• UC Santa Cruz (30 min)
• Pinnacles National Park (1:15 hour)
• Palo Alto & Stanford University (1:10 hours)
• San Jose and Silicon Valley, including San Jose International Airport (1 hour)
• San Francisco (1:45 hours) San Francisco Airport (1:30 hours)
Whether you're sipping morning coffee to the sound of waves, preparing a family feast in the cook’s kitchen, watching the sunset from your private deck or exploring the amazing area, this thoughtfully appointed home provides the perfect setting for creating lasting memories.
The heart of the home showcases a light-filled great room with a soaring open-beam ceiling, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and expansive windows that frame breathtaking white water ocean and sunset views. From inside the house or on either of the two front decks, you may witness dolphins, otters and seals playing in the surf, humpback whale spouts in the distance or enjoy the spectacular lights of Santa Cruz and Monterey twinkling across the bay. The rear wrap-around deck, nestled among eucalyptus trees and overlooking a stream, also offers a peaceful retreat.
Designed for both relaxation and entertainment, this home features:
Luxurious Living Spaces:
• Two spacious master suites with private decks and premium furnishings
• Upstairs master bath with double sinks, large shower, and indulgent soaking tub
• Dedicated media room with 60" Smart HDTV, Roku for easy streaming, cable (Spectrum), DVD-player and high-end American Leather queen sleeper sofa
• High-speed WiFi throughout for seamless entertainment
• Smart HDTVs with Roku for easy streaming and cable in each bedroom
• Klipsch Heritage-series bluetooth speaker to stream your favorite music
Gourmet Kitchen & Dining:
• Fully equipped chef's kitchen with new appliances and premium kitchenware
• Dual coffee options: traditional drip maker and Keurig for your morning brew
• Generous dining space for 12, plus casual breakfast bar seating for 4
• Matching dishes, flatware and glasses along with attractive serving dishes
• Weber gas grill for effortless outdoor cooking
• Rice cooker, toaster, pancake griddle, crockpot, blender and more small appliances
Beach Life Made Easy:
• Complete beach gear: chairs, towels, sunshade, umbrella, boogie boards, and rolling cart
• Convenient foot washing station for sandy returns
• Access to community pickleball, tennis courts, bocce ball, volleyball, and basketball facilities as well as an open field for soccer, baseball or other free play
• Access to life-size chess board and Connect4, horseshoes and Bocce Ball that can be borrowed from the gatehouse
Family-Friendly Amenities:
• Kids' bunk room with four twin beds and trundle
• Games for kids and guests of all ages
• Ping-pong table for active group engagement
• Portable baby gates and bed (Pack 'n Play)
• Plastic cups, plates and bowls
• Step stools in bathroom
• New full-size washer and dryer (new in 2023)
• Fully accessible two-car garage plus ample parking
Pajaro Dunes is a peaceful escape, and our family has endless hours of fun here. Nonetheless, the local area offers endless attractions, activities and culinary experiences. We are always happy to share our recommendations but here are a few nearby options:
• Santa Cruz beach boardwalk (30 minutes)
• Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman’s Wharf, Cannery Row (25 minutes)
• Berry picking at local farms – season dependent – or visit the farm’s pie and gift shop
• Unparalleled local produce from nearby stands or markets
• World-class kayaking and bird watching at Elkhorn Slough
• Wineries and breweries
• Surfing, skim boarding, paddle boarding, kayaking rentals and lessons
• Martinelli’s Company Store offers juice tasting (check hours)
• Horseback riding
• Endless hiking and mountain biking
• Restaurants and shopping in Santa Cruz, Capitola, Aptos, Moss Landing and Watsonville
• Spectacular golfing with a local ocean-view course (10 minutes) or Pebble Beach (45 minutes)
• Ropes course and canopy tours (35 min)
• 17-Mile Drive and Carmel-by-the-Sea (45 min) and Big Sur
• Missions - San Juan Bautista Mission (30 min) and Carmel Mission (40 min)
• UC Santa Cruz (30 min)
• Pinnacles National Park (1:15 hour)
• Palo Alto & Stanford University (1:10 hours)
• San Jose and Silicon Valley, including San Jose International Airport (1 hour)
• San Francisco (1:45 hours) San Francisco Airport (1:30 hours)
Whether you're sipping morning coffee to the sound of waves, preparing a family feast in the cook’s kitchen, watching the sunset from your private deck or exploring the amazing area, this thoughtfully appointed home provides the perfect setting for creating lasting memories.
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Amenities
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have pack-n-play, two baby gates, games and toy
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
No exceptions due to community HOA
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn down heaters in each room to 40 degrees
Close blinds
Cover outdoor furniture on front left side deck
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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, 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Watsonville
Located in Watsonville, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. 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.

Watsonville, CA
What's nearby
- Palm Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- La Selva Beach - 17 min drive - 15.4 km
- Sunset State Beach - 17 min drive - 11.5 km
- Moss Landing State Beach - 19 min drive - 20.9 km
- Monterey Bay - 34 min drive - 41.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Beach Street Diner - 9 min drive
- Starbucks - 7 min drive
- Panda Express - 10 min drive
- Starbucks - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Sheila and Jim Pascoe

We are a long-time Bay Area family with a love for the beach and sharing time outdoors. Relaxing and exploring at Pajaro Dunes is among our favorite pastimes.
Why they chose this property
This home has everything we could want in a beach house - expansive ocean views, sounds of the surf and easy beach access, in a comfortable, well-maintained home.
What makes this property unique
Pajaro Dunes is unparalleled in the Bay Area for its expansive, quiet beach and proximity to some of the world's best beach towns. Growing up in the Bay Area we created many memories at Pajaro Dunes and are excited to have the opportunity to share this amazing place with others.
Languages:
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Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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