Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball

Top rated by guests
Exterior
Comfortable sofas with chaise; all have beautiful ocean views
View of kitchen from great room
Kitchen with casual breakfast bar and seating for 4
Newer range and great room view from kitchen
review stars
9.8Outstanding
(122 Ratings)
"Everything went beautifully. Thank you!"
Alice W.
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(122 Ratings)

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12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

Discover your perfect coastal retreat in this stunning 2,300+ sq. ft. contemporary beach house, where panoramic ocean views and the rhythmic sound of waves create an unforgettable backdrop for your getaway with family and friends. Just steps from the sand and water, this thoughtfully designed home seamlessly blends luxury with comfort, accommodating up to 12 guests across two primary queen suites, an additional queen bedroom, an ocean view bedroom with two full size beds and a queen sofa bed.

The heart of the home showcases a light-filled great room with a soaring open-beam ceiling, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and expansive windows that frame breathtaking white water ocean and sunset views. From inside the house or on either of the two front decks, you may witness dolphins, otters and seals playing in the surf, humpback whale spouts in the distance or enjoy the spectacular lights of Santa Cruz and Monterey twinkling across the bay. The rear wrap-around deck, nestled among eucalyptus trees and overlooking a stream, also offers a peaceful retreat.

Designed for both relaxation and entertainment, this home features:

Luxurious Living Spaces:

• Two spacious master suites with private decks and premium furnishings
• Upstairs master bath with double sinks, large shower, and indulgent soaking tub
• Dedicated media room with 60" Smart HDTV, Roku for easy streaming, cable (Spectrum), DVD-player and high-end American Leather queen sleeper sofa
• High-speed WiFi throughout for seamless entertainment
• Smart HDTVs with Roku for easy streaming and cable in each bedroom
• Klipsch Heritage-series bluetooth speaker to stream your favorite music

Gourmet Kitchen & Dining:

• Fully equipped chef's kitchen with new appliances and premium kitchenware
• Dual coffee options: traditional drip maker and Keurig for your morning brew
• Generous dining space for 12, plus casual breakfast bar seating for 4
• Matching dishes, flatware and glasses along with attractive serving dishes
• Weber gas grill for effortless outdoor cooking
• Rice cooker, toaster, pancake griddle, crockpot, blender and more small appliances

Beach Life Made Easy:

• Complete beach gear: chairs, towels, sunshade, umbrella, boogie boards, and rolling cart
• Convenient foot washing station for sandy returns
• Access to community pickleball, tennis courts, bocce ball, volleyball, and basketball facilities as well as an open field for soccer, baseball or other free play
• Access to life-size chess board and Connect4, horseshoes and Bocce Ball that can be borrowed from the gatehouse

Family-Friendly Amenities:

• Games for kids and guests of all ages
• Ping-pong table for active group engagement
• Portable baby gates and bed (Pack 'n Play)
• Plastic cups, plates and bowls
• Step stools in bathroom
• New full-size washer and dryer (new in 2023)
• Fully accessible two-car garage plus ample parking

Pajaro Dunes is a peaceful escape, and our family has endless hours of fun here. Nonetheless, the local area offers endless attractions, activities and culinary experiences. We are always happy to share our recommendations but here are a few nearby options:

• Santa Cruz beach boardwalk (30 minutes)
• Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman’s Wharf, Cannery Row (25 minutes)
• Berry picking at local farms – season dependent – or visit the farm’s pie and gift shop
• Unparalleled local produce from nearby stands or markets
• World-class kayaking and bird watching at Elkhorn Slough
• Wineries and breweries
• Surfing, skim boarding, paddle boarding, kayaking rentals and lessons
• Martinelli’s Company Store offers juice tasting (check hours)
• Horseback riding
• Endless hiking and mountain biking
• Restaurants and shopping in Santa Cruz, Capitola, Aptos, Moss Landing and Watsonville
• Spectacular golfing with a local ocean-view course (10 minutes) or Pebble Beach (45 minutes)
• Ropes course and canopy tours (35 min)
• 17-Mile Drive and Carmel-by-the-Sea (45 min) and Big Sur
• Missions - San Juan Bautista Mission (30 min) and Carmel Mission (40 min)
• UC Santa Cruz (30 min)
• Pinnacles National Park (1:15 hour)
• Palo Alto & Stanford University (1:10 hours)
• San Jose and Silicon Valley, including San Jose International Airport (1 hour)
• San Francisco (1:45 hours) San Francisco Airport (1:30 hours)

Whether you're sipping morning coffee to the sound of waves, preparing a family feast in the cook’s kitchen, watching the sunset from your private deck or exploring the amazing area, this thoughtfully appointed home provides the perfect setting for creating lasting memories.

Amenities

Non-smoking
No pets allowed

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(122 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Everything went beautifully. Thank you!
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Great location, amazing beach, great for families!
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
This property was fantastic. We were a group of 6 adults and 4 teenage kids. The house fit everyone perfectly. Lots of light in the main living area. Good size kitchen. Comfortable beds and 3 spacious bathrooms. A fire ring was available for us to have a beach bonfire. Lots of boogie boards and a ping pong table My only suggestion is that they need to put pads on the cupboards so they don't bang everytime they close. Otherwise, everything was perfect!
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
We had a wonderful time at this property!! Loved all the family friendly amenities like games, beach items, ping pong, and bikes! House was wonderfully stocked and well kept. And the owners were amazing during the tsunami advisory, sending all the Santa Cruz and Pajaro Dunes messages to keep us informed and giving alternative activity ideas while the beach was closed. I highly recommend this rental!!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Sweeping ocean views! Perfect for families, steps to sand, ping pong, Pickleball?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and no pets allowed.


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