
Waterfront holiday rentals in Monterey
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Explore 20 holiday rentals in Monterey

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Monterey holiday rentals start at $86 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
10 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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20 of Monterey holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Monterey rentals

4.9 Average rating
Monterey stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated waterfront accommodation in Monterey
Guests agree: These waterfront accommodation options are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

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.

Santa Cruz A-Frame
This unique A-Frame cabin, in a quiet mountain neighborhood with private creek access, was handbuilt in 1965 and remodeled in the summer of 2024. Now a little slice of heaven on the creek in the redwoods. *5-10 min to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroad, Loch Lomond Recreation Area, the Trout Farm Inn, Quail Hollow Ranch + Felton stores. *20 min to Santa Cruz, beach + Boardwalk. *1 min to Zayante Creek Market (EV charger) Find us on social: Insta @SantaCruzAFrame

Spectacular Award Winning Ocean Front 2 Bed 2 Bath
Award winning historic ocean front home with beautiful Spanish revival decor overlooking Monterey Bay. Gather around the ocean front fire pit and watch whales, seals, sealions, otters, dolphins from the traditional Talavera tiled patio. Ideally situated for walking to Pacific Grove, Cannery Row, Monterey Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf. Fine dining, bars and shopping are a short stroll away. Convenient access for 17 mile drive, Carmel and Big Sur. A spectacular home in a World famous location.

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.

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!

Ocean View at Monterey Bay - Hot Tub & King Bed!
Sand City’s themed ocean retreat: a private suite where every room channels Monterey Bay. Sleep in the Beach, shower in the Kelp, dine in the Deep. Soak in the hot tub under open sky, stretch out on the king platform bed, then walk the path to the sand. Cannery Row and the Aquarium are 10 minutes away; diving, golf, fishing, and hiking even closer. Local artists’ coastal work fills the walls (take a piece home). Live like Mia Kingtide in a home themed to the bestselling children’s series

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.

180°OceanView+HotTub+EBikes+Surfboards+SUPS+Kayak
Incredible beach home with sweeping views of the ocean. Watch the waves crash from your bed. Directly in front of Pleasure Point, a world class surf spot. 180° upstairs decks to lounge & enjoy the ocean and views of the ocean from every room in the home. Hot tub, cedar sauna, 4 electric bikes, surfboards, stand-up paddle boards, sea kayak, ping pong table, basketball arcade game, and dart board. permit#191362

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.

Beautiful Ocean View 2 BR-Seascape-Miles of Beach
Welcome to 407 Seascape Resort and one of the most desirable locations in the whole resort, with two decks overlooking the spectacular Monterey Bay! NO AIRBNB FEES! Enjoy many amenities and luxury items we have specially picked for this amazing place. Sleeps 6 with two super comfortable KING BEDs plus a QUEEN sofa sleeper in the living room. We offer a 15% discount for weekly stays!

BEACH front townhome
Welcome to your beach home away from home! Come relax with the family while having all the amenities of home! Our Ocean Front property is located inside the quiet Monterey Dunes Colony Gated Community, where you will have access to a secluded and private beach. Your family will have plenty of space to make lasting memories in our 4 bedroom/3 bathroom property.
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When is the best time to visit Monterey?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $397 AUD | $467 AUD | $500 AUD | $429 AUD | $461 AUD | $479 AUD | $560 AUD | $657 AUD | $597 AUD | $559 AUD | $500 AUD | $414 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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