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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

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.

An oasis on a private retreat
A beautifully secluded area (40+ acres) surrounded by natural beauty with lovely views of Elkhorn Slough and the Pacific Ocean, away from the maddening crowd. Yet, accessible to Carmel / Pebble Beach / Santa Cruz. A variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, bicycling, kayaking, golfing and whale watching. A full breakfast is served daily. It should also be noted it is a gated property and the home is accessed through a dirt / gravel private country lane which is 0.75 mile from the gate.

Romantic beach front paradise
Our BEACHFRONT home is the perfect setting for a romantic getaway. Wake up to stunning sunrises unwind with breathtaking sunsets and take in endless ocean views from the comfort of our living rooms floor-to-ceiling windows Just steps from the sand you can sip your morning coffee or evening glass of wine while listening to the soothing sound of the waves. 🌟 Please note Our patio is temporarily unavailable while the HOA replaces poles Beach access remains open just not directly from the patio.

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!

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 .

Sea View Cottage 2 Bedroom Suite - Seven Gables
• Rooms are sanitized following the Clean+Safe protocol outlined by Calif Lodging Assoc. Due to COVID-19 there is NO interim maid service. • Complimentary breakfast • Lots of restaurants very close to Inn. * These are actual photos of room, the ocean view from room. Also additional photos of Lobby and ocean areas. * Sea View Cottage is a modern 1100 sq. ft. (100 sq. m) 2 bedroom cottage for up to 4 persons. * Enjoy views of Lover's Point beach and ocean from the living room area.

Oceanfront Retreat w/Private HotTub
Beachfront oasis with majestic views of the Pacific Ocean and stunning sunsets! Recently remodeled & and conveniently located halfway between Santa Cruz & Monterey/Carmel. We love our split-level home layout with the dining & living rooms on upper levels for the best ocean views over the dunes. Enjoy privacy in our secure gated community with family fun amenities: tennis, pool, ping-pong, Pop-A-Shot basketball, etc. *** BEWARE OF SCAMS! WE DO NOT OFFER LOWER RATES ON CRAIGSL _ _ T!

Amazing Country Setting at Cottage Creek Vineyards
Lovely 1000 Sq. ft. Cottage in the heart of wine country. A 400 sq. ft. delightful back patio with fire pit, full kitchen and bathroom makes this the perfect home away from home. Amenities include queen bed, wifi, TV's, fire place, & parking. We are a live winery and have wine tasting two weekends and two Friday evenings a month. We usually have live music, wine tasting is in the same vicinity as the Cottage.
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Beautiful Ocean View 2 BR-Seascape-Miles of Beach

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Seascape Resort Villa Beautiful Ocean View Sleep 6

2B/2B Pajaro Dunes with Dunes and Ocean View

Spectacular Ocean View- Heated Pool & Spa Seascape

Royal Villa - Ocean View - Heated Pools - Seascape

Your Coastal Sanctuary - Far from the Craziness
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 | $343 CAD | $315 CAD | $343 CAD | $420 CAD | $452 CAD | $469 CAD | $548 CAD | $643 CAD | $585 CAD | $334 CAD | $324 CAD | $310 CAD |
| 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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