Escape to the Monterey Dunes Colony, a gated beachfront community with resort-like amenities including a pool, hot tub, tennis courts and direct access to the beach. From your back deck or living area, take in ocean views of Monterey Bay where you can spot dolphins and whales. This 3-bedroom house is perfect for families.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!
A piece of heaven on earth. One of the most memorable and peaceful vacations you'll experience. Away from traffic and large crowds. You'll feel like you're at a resort with all the amenities, including access to a pool, hot tub, tennis courts, golf driving net, bocce ball, basketball court, volleyball and so much more. The beach is only steps from your back decks, it will seem as if you're by yourselves on most days. Ocean views from the living, dining, kitchen and one of the master bedrooms.
The Monterey Dunes Colony is a gated community on the beach sitting between Monterey and Santa Cruz. Close to excellent restaurants, shopping, hiking and other outdoor activities. This house features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with beautiful ocean views and direct beach access. One of the master bedrooms, the main living area, dining and kitchen have beautiful views of Monterey Bay. You can watch dolphins, seals and whales from the comfort of the living room, dining area and outdoor decks. Beautiful sunsets are a daily occurrence. This house is ideal for a large family or 2 smaller families.
You have the entire house and also get to take advantage of the gated community amenities. The unit is split level with a vaulted ceiling in the main living area with lots of windows to take advantage of the ocean view. There are 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. One of the master bedrooms has a king size bed with a beautiful ocean view with an attached full bathroom with a shower. There is a deck just outside this master bedroom. The other master bedroom has a queen size bed with an attached full bathroom with a tub/shower. The third bedroom is on the same level as the living area with two-double beds. The third bathroom has a tub/shower and is between the upstairs bedroom and the living area.
The kitchen is stocked with dishes, glasses, utensils, pots, and pans etc. There is a large refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, garbage disposal, stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, and toaster. Enjoy eating your meals either indoors or outdoors on the patio dining set. We also have a full size washer and dryer. There is a TV in the main living area and in one of the master bedrooms with local channels available. We have Wifi set up, but because of the secluded location on the Dunes, it can be spotty at times. The Dunes has a Club with a pool which is open April to October, tennis courts, basketball hoop, bocce ball and golf nets. We can only host 7 people at one time INCLUDING INFANTS (the HOA has very strict rules). We get fined $150/night per person over 7 and will be assessed to your stay, should a violation occur. Also no smoking will be tolerated. While we love pets, we cannot allow guests to bring their own animals as the HOA does not allow it. There is a fine of $400/animal that will be assessed to your stay and the animal must be removed immediately.
There is an additional cost per night of 10.5 % Monterey County tax and a $150 cleaning fee per stay (It will be listed as a Host Fee). The Service Fee is VRBO's fee. The Monterey Dunes Colony Resort fee is included in the daily rate.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
No lift (single-level property)
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Heated pool
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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An adult aged 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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Use of fireplace is not allowed.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
About the area
Located in Castroville, this holiday home is on the beach. Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum and National Steinbeck Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include First Mayor's House and Steinbeck House. Moss Landing Marine Laboratories and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute are also worth visiting. Visit our Castroville travel guide
Does Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Serene beachfront getaway, breathtaking ocean views, steps from the beach! located?
Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Salinas River State Beach and Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve. Moss Landing Marine Laboratories and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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The location was just beautiful. The condo was perfect for my family. The ocean waves and the pelicans flew by daily. If your looking for a tranquil retreat this is the place.
We were looking for a quiet beach front location for a relaxing girl’s weekend and we got it! It was a great location with room for all six of us to relax, play games, eat good food, walk in the beach and enjoy ourselves.
Loved everything about it. The stairs were a bit hard since I use a cane but I managed ok. I loved all the decor & views. It was perfect for our family
Location, location, location! Such a treat to fall asleep listening to the crashing surf. Steps to the sand. We took advantage of the pickleball, basketball, pool and hot tub at the clubhouse too!
Very comfortable accommodation with gorgeous view. The practically empty beach is right there for a beautiful walk. We saw whales. We also enjoyed the community basketball court and hot tub. Perfect for our long weekend.
Monterey Dunes is a gem along the beach, and the beach holds the magic. The apartment was well equipped and convenient. The beds were comfortable and the location is tops.
The views from the dining and living rooms were simply stunning and starting every morning with a walk along the beach is good for whatever ails you. The place was very comfortable - a bit seaside worn in places, but to be expected and not to be worried about. Easy to get to nearby places for further exploring or just stay right there and hang out.
The unit was well situated and convenient. Owner was very responsive. We reported a few repair items upon check in. It appeared to be converted for wheelchairs with the ramps on both front and rear entries.
Overall we enjoyed the unit and the trip.
We usually rent two units for the eight of us.
This is the third time we've stayed at Monterey Dunes, in different VRBO's. This one was was clean, well supplied and worked perfectly for our family (5 adults, 2 kids). The property manager gave us timely information on check in and clear information on check out.
The pool and hot tub area were great. They're remodeling the office area near the pool and have installed brand new tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts. The complex is a short drive to Monterey and Carmel.
We had an amazing time with our kids during our stay. The proximity to the beach, the wildlife in the water and around the house, and the house itself met and exceeded our expectations. The only setback would probably be parking in the HOA for an extra car but we made it work with the assigned parking spot and various guest parking spots near the house. The community felt very safe, and the house had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. The sunsets each night were beautiful and we enjoyed them from the beach with our kids. We definitely would like to make this an annual trip for our family and would stay here again for sure.
Gorgeous location, with great views from living, dining and master bedroom. It’s a beautiful quiet beach with amazing sunsets, birds and very few people. House is roomy and comfortable, decor is beach house vibe. We had a lovely time and it was a great location to access Moss Landing for whale watching and great coffee/cafe and also Carmel and Monterey. Would definitely consider staying again.
Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Only improvements suggested - Kitchen implements need some attention - at least one sharp knife or a knife sharpener, the nonstick pans need to be replaced and the dishwasher is ancient and does not clean well. Also several of the door hinges need WD 40 esp. the master bath.
Looking for a peaceful, relaxing stay? This place is it!! You may think with these being townhouses you might hear your neighbors but that is not the case. We only knew people were there due to their cars parked in the spot. Beach is a very short walk and private as well. We saw whales, dolphines, a seal, and even an otter. We also saw lots of cute bunnies around the vegetation.
The house has everything you need for cooking and they even provided shampoo in the showers. They have beach towels if you decide to go to the pool for a swim. Very minimal rules and clean up procedures. Owner is very responsive and nice. We loved this location as it had the same privacy feeling for us coming from the sierra mountains. This will definitely be a future visit for us.
Edward T.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
RICHARD S.
26 Aug 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The property is in a great location. Just a few steps from the beach. It is in a gated community with security with shared amenities for the people staying there. That being said, this particular unit has a lot of deferred maintainence and was not at all clean. Every surface touched was sticky or dirty or both. We only stayed two days but if we had stayed longer there were insufficient towels for the 3/3 unit. Little things were missing which I would expect in such a highly rated property such as: Kleenex, a hair dryer. The outside furniture was plastic chairs that were cheap and dirty. The entry way patio with grill was all covered and looked like it had not been used in awhile; not at all as represented in the pictures. The unit is three stories which was also not described in the listing and would have made a difference as everyone staying there was over 65. The fireplace was unexplainably unusable, lamps were inoperable - didn't even have a switch to turn on, the rug in the upper room was a trip hazard. Overall very disappointed.
Pro's: friendly security at entrance, gated community, isolated community, beach to yourself, complimentary bottle of wine, 3 minute walk to beach, modern and clean furnishings, updated and light paint colors on walls and ceilings, ample silverware and dishes, coffee maker and filters, plenty of trash bags, liquid soap at every sink, shampoo and conditioner in each shower, beach towels for the beach, beautiful views of the ocean, new tv's, free wifi, all the appliances worked, including the laundry machines and dryer, and it was a very quiet area.
Con's: fireplace was broken, outdated cabinets in kitchen and bathrooms, cabinets are not slow close (we all ended up slamming them on a regular basis), strong musty smell throughout the condo- had to leave windows open and place coffee beans in each room to absorb the odor.
Used this property for a family get together, one of two units this weekend. Its a very nice beach front home. High recommend this property.
Donald W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
27 Dec 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Christmas Vacation
The location is excellent. The views incredible. The property had everything we needed. Two flights of stairs inside would have been good to know about before arrival.
We had an excellent stay at Moss Landing. The grounds are beautifully kept with boardwalks straight to the beach alongside an ecosystem of sand dunes. Fantastic large lounge that fits a large family in comfortably. I particularly enjoyed the large main bedroom as it looks out onto the Ocean. Our grandchildren loved running free on the beach and the heated swimming pool. If you want to go out to eat it is a drive away at Monterey. We went on an amazing whale watching tour from there and saw dolphins, sea lions, a shark and many humpback whales. If I had to complain about anything I would say the outside furniture and bbq need updating but just being picky!
Table lamp in rear lower bedroom (with double bed) broken when we arrived; couldn't be used, so we unplugged it for safety reasons. Room needs more lighting.
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