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Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub

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Whale watch from the window seat with a glass of wine and a good book.
West facing living room offers magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean.
Living area
Loft above living room provides plenty of space for families to spread out.
Views of the ocean from hallway outside upstairs bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7203.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Castroville, CA
  • Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Moss Landing State Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1: Oceanfront

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2: Upstairs Peek-A-Boo Ocean Views

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3: Courtyard Deck

1 King Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

Office 1

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bedroom 1 Attached Bathroom with Double Shower

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bedroom 2 Attached Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bedroom 3 Attached Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub

Beachfront oasis on the beach - boardwalk path 30 second walk to sand! Recently remodeled & and conveniently located near Monterey, Carmel & more. Soak in private hot tub while listening to the waves crash. Perfect for 2-3 families.

Split level home with raised living room for better ocean views. 2 king suites on entry level and 1 king suite on upper living room level. Additional bonus spaces (loft and bunk room) are in not included in the bedroom count. Condo sleeps 7 (includes children & infants - no exceptions)

Sleeping Options:
1) Second-floor king bedroom with vaulted ceilings and attached bath, peekaboo ocean views
2) Courtyard king bedroom with attached bath, large sliding glass doors open onto private garden courtyard
3) Oceanfront king master bedroom with sweeping views of ocean and dunes and large attached bath (walk-in double shower, double vanity), large desk & and sliding glass doors open to oceanfront deck and private hot tub
4) Bonus loft area and bunk room - allows for flexible sleeping arrangements beyond the three bedrooms, but not intended to enable hosting more than 7 people total.

Kitchen/dining: Fully equipped kitchen – opens to the dining room w/ocean views!
- Refrigerator, 4 burner electric stove stop, single electric wall oven, dishwasher, microwave, double sink, filtered drinking water, garbage disposal, solid surface quartz counter-tops, toaster, waffle maker, crock pot, rice maker, fondue pot, coffee maker & Keurig
- Spices, condiments, oils (no guarantees, but we use this kitchen too and don't want to be schlepping our salt/pepper with us each visit!)
- Dining table seats up to 8

Common Space: Living room with large, comfortable sectional couch, spacious oceanfront window-seat perfect for napping & whale-watching, fireplace (3 Duraflame logs provided), Samsung 50" 4K Ultra Smart flat screen smart TV (built in apps – esp. Netflix – connect via your credentials), Apple TV, DVD player (lots of available DVDs), Tivoli CD player / Bluetooth speaker / AM/FM radio, and numerous games, puzzles, and family activities. A digital TV antenna provides several basic channels - NO CABLE TV. HDMI cables provided for streaming (our solution to watching major sporting events if game isn't available via antennae.)

New HE washer & dryer

Private Hot Tub:
- Private oceanfront 4 person hot tub located on the lower deck. Professional spa maintenance crew services the spa every Tuesday and Friday.

Dedicated Work Spaces:
- Large desk in the oceanfront master bedroom
- Secretary desk in the courtyard bedroom

Outdoor Space:
- Large fenced courtyard sheltered from wind
- Oceanfront upper deck located off the dining room (perfect for sunset cocktails)
- Oceanfront lower deck off master bedroom with 4 person hot tub
- Community amenities located 1/4th mile walk from the house at the recreation center:
- 8 person hot tub heated throughout the year
- Swimming pool (heated Easter to October)
- 2 tennis courts
- Basketball court
- Pickle-ball court
- Bocce ball court (equipment in unit)
- Sand volleyball court
- Shuffleboard (equipment in unit)

Misc:
- Misc./Toys/Activities available in the unit: balls, tennis racquets, sand toys, bocce ball, pickle ball, ping pong and shuffleboard sets
- Ping Pong Table
- Linens and towels laundered by housekeeping at check-out
- Personal care & basics provided: body soap, shampoo, conditioner, TP, paper towels, tissue, etc.
- Baby items: Pack-n-Play portable crib, strap on dining chair booster, and safety bumper for glass coffee table available in 2nd-floor bedroom
- Not wheelchair accessible. There are multiple short flights of stairs throughout the house. All stairs have handrails, but please be aware if booking for small children or elderly.
- DISCLOSURE: wifi video doorbell records front door and courtyard entrance (exterior only)

*** PLEASE BEWARE OF SCAMMERS! WE DO NOT ADVERTISE THIS PROPERTY AT A DISCOUNT ON CRAIGSLIST! ***

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Many stairs in unit - no child gates provided
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Events

No events allowed
Absolutely no parties. Gatehouse counts guests.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking inside or outside property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash and dry beach towels if used. Housekeeping will fold - ok to leave in dryer.
Start load of white towels & bath mats
Turn off thermostats, turn hot tub down to 95, add water to hot tub if water below jets.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests must agree to the rental contract.
No more than 10 people on property (including 7 overnight guests) at any time. Up to 3 visitor names must be registered with owner 48hrs in advance.
Noise restrictions after 10PM and before 8AM.

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
Note from host: Absolutely no parties. Gatehouse counts guests.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Castroville

Located in Castroville, this holiday home is on the beach. Monterey Bay Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Lovers Point. Travelling with kids? Consider Moss Landing Marine Laboratories 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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Castroville, CA

What's nearby

  • Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Moss Landing State Beach - 13 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Marina State Beach - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Monterey Bay - 32 min drive - 35.8 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 20 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phil’s Fish Market & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shawarma King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪birrieria Coalcoman - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub located?

Nestled on the beach, this Castroville holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Salinas River State Beach and Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve. Moss Landing State Beach and Island Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Alison Jefferson

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Why they chose this property

This is our family vacation retreat. We want to relax and enjoy the beach in comfort and luxury and welcome you to experience the same. Ours is one of the only Monterey Dunes rental listings that is recently remodeled/redecorated and offers a private oceanfront hot tub. Whether you want to lean back and watch the whales from the comfort of the living room, or get out and walk on the beach for miles, you will find everything you're looking for in this property. Our space is set up for quality time both indoors and out, and you'll find a wealth of amenities for both fun and relaxation.

What makes this property unique

- Unparalleled location! Miles of sandy beachfront just steps away. Listen to the ocean from the hot tub or master bedroom. Whale watch from the comfort of the living room.
- Private 4 person oceanfront hot tub
- Flexible sleeping accommodations
- Recently remodeled
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Tons of activities and amenities at the community clubhouse (tennis, bocce, swimming pool, 8 person community hot tub, etc)

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