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Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry

Beachfront condo near Monterey Bay

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A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and a visible balcony.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a grassy area and a building in the background.
A wooden boardwalk with a garden area featuring various plants and flowers.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a clear view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the area

Watsonville

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the condo, you'll find Monterey Bay and Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve. Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palm Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Capitola Beach - 27 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 35 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 52 min drive - 59.1 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 33 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry

Located in the highly desirable gated Pajaro Dunes resort, this modern 2 bedroom, 2 full bath condo is just yards from the beach. Nested in the dunes for added privacy with a peak of the ocean from deck.

This ground level unit is fully equipped and sleeps 6 comfortably with NEW beds in both bedrooms.

Recently remodeled with all the modern conveniences including solid surface countertops, modern kitchen with new stove, and recently remodeled bathroom fixtures.

Not only is the sand dunes and beach just outside the patio, but renters can enjoy all the amenities of the Pajaro Dunes resort including pickleball courts, tennis courts, walking trails, biking trails, basketball court, natural lagoon with native birds and cozy fire pits located on the beach.

Pajaro Dunes is a mile and a half of sun-drenched, white sand beach on a secluded strip of the magnificent Monterey Bay coastline.

Extended monthly stays are welcomed. Please contact for specific monthly rates.

Need a break from the sand? Just hop in the car and within 30 minutes you can be in beautiful Monterey to the south or historic Santa Cruz to the north.

Also, within minutes, is shopping in Watsonville and some of the best Mexican and seafood restaurants in the world.

No pets and no motorcycles allowed, thanks.

TRAVEL
- 1.25 hr from San Jose airport
- 35 min from Monterey airport
- 2 hr from San Francisco airport
- 25 min to Santa Cruz
- 40 min to Carmel

ATTRACTIONS
-Many nearby world renowned golf courses
-Santa Cruz Boardwalk
-Big Basin Redwoods State Park
-Moss Landing seafood, whale watch excursions, fishing boats, kayaking
-Monterey Cannery Row, restaurants, art galleries
-Monterey Bay Aquarium
-Big Sur and Point Lobos
-Carmel by the Sea
-Pebble Beach and 17 Mile Drive
-Nearby organic farmers market, and apple and berry picking in season.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Modern Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Free Wifi/gated Entry/yards Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry to the airport?

This condo is 7.3 mi (14-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry to the beach?

This condo is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry to downtown Watsonville?

This condo is 0.4 mi away from Pajaro Dunes.

Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 174 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms with easy access to the beach. Felt very safe in the room. The ground floor made it easy to bring our stuff in and out. Good location close to Monterey or Santa Cruz.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a good sized condo for a family of 4. Our sons enjoyed having large beds in the second room for them. Walking right out your door into the dunes was great. So easy to come and go to the water throughout the day.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, cozy and so close to the beach. The unit was fully stocked with everything you need and the beds were so comfortable. My family loved the stay here and we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grace P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place- the kitchen was well laid out. The bathrooms were clean and the beds were super comfortable!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kevin

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

Family stay at the beach

Clean nicely furnished and a short walk to the beach. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was cozy & clean, very peacefully and welcoming as well. And very well setup with cooking pans, pyrex bake wear, baking pans, nice selection of drink wear wine & coffee glasses. Great to have the bbq & blender as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect size condo for us. Easy access to the beach- about a two minute walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pennie j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host had all the necessary information in a very complete easy to work with email. The unit and described facilities were pretty much exact. We had a great trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was super clean! Kitchen was well stocked, beds were super comfy (mattress and linens). Beach access was literally right outside the unit. My kids loved collecting the sea shells. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Awesome place to stay

Clean and comfortable for six people!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful 2 nights here playing at the beach, watching the shorebirds, visitng Monterrey and Santa Cruz. This condo was perfect and the owners very helpful. We'll return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LISA H.

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

Great stay! Great location!

The condo was perfect for 6 of us. It was very clean with everything we needed to cook our meals. Very close to the beach, the very short trail is right next to this condo! I wish we were able to stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

paula s.

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

Beautiful Beaches

A great place to stay, steps from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shanise p.

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

Great Beach Property

Enjoyed the stay! Very cozy condo just steps from the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Fantastic stay!

Great location close to the beach entry. Clean and everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

Clean and beach front

Our stay was just fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Great Extended Weekend Stay

Great space for a family to enjoy a nice beach side extended weekend. Safe and secure with a great and friendly office guard, and very receptive property manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul B.

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

Great location

Enjoyed the stay, unit could use a little updating but overall very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

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

Great place for family

The condo worked well for our family. The location was great. We really enjoyed the beach as well as the nature pond walk. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

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

Loved it!

I loved my stay here. So much room for my family and right on the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ugne K.

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

Great place by the beach

The place is very private and only ten steps to the beach! It was perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Wonderful place right on the beach!

We had an amazing 4th of July weekend here. The place was comfortable and well stocked. Plus the location steps away from the beach was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Beach Vacay!

Great property! We will definitely be back again to stay. It had great access to the beach and perfect for little kids!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022