Summary:
Charming Pajaro Dunes oceanfront condo. The white sand beach is just a short walk out the front door by panel wood boardwalk through this fascinating complex & the natural habitat of grassy dunes. Bordering the shoreline, it offers a beach dune & ocean view from the living room, master & private balcony. Pajaro Dunes Resort is a secluded, gated community sitting atop the dunes surrounded by the Monterey Bay & natural lagoon. Play or relax all day here or venture out to the many favorite spots in Santa Cruz!
The Space:
This vintage single-story beachside condo is located on the second level of this ocean front complex made of authentic wood split shake siding buildings that span out and are situated atop the rolling Pajaro Dunes. Step inside to find the dining room ready for sit down meals-tucked away to your left you will find a small hallway, one bedroom with two twin beds and full bathroom with tub and shower. Beyond the dining room is the fully stocked kitchen with two counter bars that include bar top seating on the living room side. The living room offers seating around the fireplace a television and long row of bench seating alongside the large windows where you will find your ocean views. The spacious master bedroom includes a full bathroom with a step-in shower. A private balcony offers you a view of the rolling grass, sandy beach and ocean beyond. Take in the sea air and watch the sunset. A bbq is also available if you would like to grill up your dinner as you take it all in!
Guest Access:
We will provide you with check in instructions the day before your arrival.
Complimentary parking is available throughout the resort.
EV charging station available in the Shorebird parking lot just below the unit.
You will need to provide photo ID to the Gatehouse upon arrival as this is a private gated community.
Pajaro Dunes provides complimentary carts to wheel your luggage to your unit, please return when finished!
The Neighborhood:
Pajaro Dunes is where the Pajaro Valley meets the white sandy beaches on this secluded strip of Monterey Bay. This expansive gated community stretches along the coast, where this long stretch of uniquely designed buildings have been laid out between the grass shrouded sand dunes and the Watsonville Slough. It is home to a variety of wildlife. Walking paths will lead you in all different directions where you can explore the vast natural beauty of this unique setting. Within this beach community you can take a walk on the wind rippled beaches where you will likely find a white sand dollar or two along the way. You can admire the wildlife sanctuary spotting herons along the lagoon and sea life like dolphins and sealions in the bay. For added activity take on a game of tennis, horseshoes or volleyball as the resort includes use of eight tennis courts and nature trails. As the sun sets build a bonfire and warm up as the night wind cools the air.
Venture outside the resort to find the Monterey Bay Aquarium, the Mission at Carmel or the Mission at San Juan Bautista, Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey, or downtown Carmel.
Wine tasting- there many fine wineries found along the Monterey Bay Coast (including Bonny Doon Vineyard, Soquel Vineyards, and Estancia), Fine dining, farmer's markets and fresh seafood and shopping of all kinds can be enjoyed in the surrounding towns of Monterey, Carmel, Capitola and Santa Cruz..
Premier Golf courses that are open to the public are a short drive in any direction. For some more extreme activities Seaside also has paragliding, hiking in the Santa Cruz mountains, and of course there is always surfing. Take in one of the many world-famous surf spots that can be found along the Monterey Bay.
Getting Around:
This resort is located just 4 miles west of Watsonville, California in the historic agricultural community. Pajaro Dunes sits on the shoreline of Monterey Bay., just south of Santa Cruz and northwest of Monterey and Carmel along Highway 1.
Everything on the resort can be accessed by walking. To leave the resort you will need a car where you can venture to the many towns that Monterey Bay is known for.
Other Things to Note:
There are no daily housekeeping services. The property is cleaned before arrival and after departure. We provide hand soap, dish soap, dish towels, hand towels, bath towels, wash cloths, paper towels and toilet paper. Shampoo and body wash is provided.
NOTE: Please be aware that due to cooler climate experienced from ocean breezes, properties in Santa Cruz County, especially near the coast, typically do not have air conditioning.
