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One of a kind full River and Ocean view!
This one of a kind unit is situated at the very end of the beautiful Pajaro Dunes gated community. This unit offers the best views in the entire community with a full river and 180 degree full ocean view. Just steps from the sand, watch your children play in the sand while enjoying the view from the deck of beautiful sunrises and listen to the waves from the King size Master bedroom. Unit is fully updated with beautiful granite, new appliances, queen sofabed, and a 2nd bedroom with two twin beds

Magical & Romantic Beachfront Home at Pajaro Dunes
Beautiful oceanfront condominium with an unobstructed view to Monterey Bay & the Pacific Ocean; just 20 minutes south of Santa Cruz & 30 minutes north of Monterey/Carmel. Newly remodeled with granite counters, new kitchen appliances, paint, furniture, tile and carpeted floors. Electric fireplace adds to the magical ambience this home embraces. High ceilings, just steps to the beach. Convenient parking. 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms, 1200 sf. A great place to kick off your shoes and relax.

Relax + Unwind in Brand New 2BD Modern Bch Retreat
Sea breezes and unobstructed 180-degree ocean views greet you from the private deck of RdM Lookout, a brand-new beach property with a bright open, mid-century modern beach design complete with a cozy fireplace hardwood floors, and quartz counters. A comfortable, chic space, guests tell us they love the amazing beds, soft linens, fluffy towels, and our gourmet kitchen with a stocked coffee bar with to-go cups for long beach walks. Come home to a relaxing, beach vacation in a charming beach town.

Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views
The Copper Nest is an ideal getaway located steps from the beach in the gated community of Pajaro Dunes where the Pajaro River meets the Pacific Ocean. This newly designed three bedroom home is customized to create a serene beach retreat for you and your guests. This newly designed three bedroom home has a well equipped kitchen and outdoor seating, game, and BBQ areas. There are stunning ocean and agricultural views from every room. Close to California's popular food and travel regions.

Rest Ashore OCEAN FRONT Condo Pajaro Dunes
Rest Ashore is the perfect place for your beach dream getaway. Our custom high end remodeled condo has it all: beamed ceilings, fireplace, gorgeous kitchen and bathrooms, brand new furnishings and a fully stocked kitchen. On the first floor (no stairs) and south facing for extra warm days making it perfect for BBQing on the open patio. Take a few steps out the front door to enjoy miles and miles of unobstructed views of the ocean and beach. Fall asleep to the gentle noise of the crash waves.

Beach Front Dream House! Hottub/E-Bikes/Surfboards
Permit# 231467 Incredible modern home just steps from the best beach in all of Santa Cruz! Ocean and sand views, listen to the waves as you sleep on designer beds, cook in the chefs kitchen, and soak in the hot tub. Perfect central location, less than 5 minutes to boardwalk and downtown. 5 minutes to colorful Capitola village. 9 minutes to UC Santa Cruz Campus. 4 Electric bikes, 4 surfboards, and a kayak to take out and play in the waves! Plus the beach is right out front to enjoy!

Oceanfront beach house with private hot tub
This home has a spacious layout with private beach access . Only a half minute walk to the natural beach with panoramic views of Monterey Bay. Relax in the private hot tub as waves crash in the background( WE JUST INSTALLED NEW Hot tub )There are beautiful ocean views from all rooms. Breathtaking sunsets are an evening routine. Whales and dolphins can be seen from the comforts of the bed or couch. The house is a perfect setup for one big family, or two families with small children .

Monterey Dunes Oceanfront Beach House
The Monterey Dunes Colony is a picturesque gated community on the beach sitting between Monterey and Santa Cruz. This house features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a beautiful ocean view and private beach access. The Master, main living area, and kitchen have beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. You can watch dolphins and whales from the comfort of the kitchen table. Beautiful sunsets are a daily occurrence. This house is great for a large family or 2 smaller families.

Artsy&Private UNIT C
Standalone studio 3 minute walk from the beach! Private & gated guests only parking - Down the street from the beach, Moss Landing harbor, & KOA park - Home to Teco & Valentina, the resident barn owls. Owls are known to put on quite a show! They are super cool & beautiful! Watch them in their owl box from the live feed on our website/YouTube! Located on same property as The Haute Enchilada Cafe & Gallery. Visit us at hauteenchilada.com for lunch reservations!

Ocean View at Monterey Bay - Hot Tub & King Bed!
The Ocean View is themed to showcase Monterey Bay inside and out. Wake up in the Beach, clean up in the Kelp, and enjoy dinner in the Deep. You will love the king size movable platform bed, the Hot Tub with an ocean view and the easy parking for several cars. Only a 10 minute drive to Cannery Row, and the Aquarium. The Beach, Golfing, Diving, Fishing, Hiking are a just a few minutes away as well.

2B/2B Pajaro Dunes with Dunes and Ocean View
Steps away from miles of beautiful, unspoiled beaches, this 2 bedroom beach front condo is located in the highly desirable, gated Shorebirds community at Pajaro Dunes. Either enjoying the picture-perfect sunset, taking long walks on the beach, surfing, fishing, or building sand castles, you are sure to capture memorable, relaxing vacations in our comfortable, charming fully furnished condo.

28 Sec Walk to Beach with Private steam shower
This beachfront oasis, nestled in a gated community between Monterey and Santa Cruz, offers stunning ocean views, private beach access, and a recently remodeled interior. Ideal for 1 big family or 2 small families, the 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom house features a steam shower, a split-level design, and sleeps 7. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets, whale watching, and easy access to nearby attractions.
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Oceanfront Watsonville Condo w/ Beach Access!

Stunning 2 bedroom home on the sand- 364
When is the best time to visit Monterey?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $346 AUD | $329 AUD | $346 AUD | $414 AUD | $445 AUD | $435 AUD | $568 AUD | $646 AUD | $639 AUD | $564 AUD | $512 AUD | $393 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 15°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 13°C | 11°C |
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Monterey stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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