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Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Living area
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 72186 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Castroville, CA
  • Popular LocationMonterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMoss Landing State Beach12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMonterey Bay25 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)71 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub

Beachfront oasis on the beach - boardwalk path 30 second walk to sand! Recently remodeled & and conveniently located near Monterey, Carmel & more. Soak in private hot tub while listening to the waves crash. Perfect for 2-3 families.

Split level home with raised living room for better ocean views. 2 king suites on entry level and 1 king suite on upper living room level. Additional bonus spaces (loft and bunk room) are in not included in the bedroom count. Condo sleeps 7 (includes children & infants - no exceptions)

Sleeping Options:
1) Second-floor king bedroom with vaulted ceilings and attached bath, peekaboo ocean views
2) Courtyard king bedroom with attached bath, large sliding glass doors open onto private garden courtyard
3) Oceanfront king master bedroom with sweeping views of ocean and dunes and large attached bath (walk-in double shower, double vanity), large desk & and sliding glass doors open to oceanfront deck and private hot tub
4) Bonus loft area and bunk room - allows for flexible sleeping arrangements beyond the three bedrooms, but not intended to enable hosting more than 7 people total.

Kitchen/dining: Fully equipped kitchen – opens to the dining room w/ocean views!
- Refrigerator, 4 burner electric stove stop, single electric wall oven, dishwasher, microwave, double sink, filtered drinking water, garbage disposal, solid surface quartz counter-tops, toaster, waffle maker, crock pot, rice maker, fondue pot, coffee maker & Keurig
- Spices, condiments, oils (no guarantees, but we use this kitchen too and don't want to be schlepping our salt/pepper with us each visit!)
- Dining table seats up to 8

Common Space: Living room with large, comfortable sectional couch, spacious oceanfront window-seat perfect for napping & whale-watching, fireplace (3 Duraflame logs provided), Samsung 50" 4K Ultra Smart flat screen smart TV (built in apps – esp. Netflix – connect via your credentials), Apple TV, DVD player (lots of available DVDs), Tivoli CD player / Bluetooth speaker / AM/FM radio, and numerous games, puzzles, and family activities. A digital TV antenna provides several basic channels - NO CABLE TV. HDMI cables provided for streaming (our solution to watching major sporting events if game isn't available via antennae.)

New HE washer & dryer

Private Hot Tub:
- Private oceanfront 4 person hot tub located on the lower deck. Professional spa maintenance crew services the spa every Tuesday and Friday.

Dedicated Work Spaces:
- Large desk in the oceanfront master bedroom
- Secretary desk in the courtyard bedroom

Outdoor Space:
- Large fenced courtyard sheltered from wind
- Oceanfront upper deck located off the dining room (perfect for sunset cocktails)
- Oceanfront lower deck off master bedroom with 4 person hot tub
- Community amenities located 1/4th mile walk from the house at the recreation center:
- 8 person hot tub heated throughout the year
- Swimming pool (heated Easter to October)
- 2 tennis courts
- Basketball court
- Pickle-ball court
- Bocce ball court (equipment in unit)
- Sand volleyball court
- Shuffleboard (equipment in unit)

Misc:
- Misc./Toys/Activities available in the unit: balls, tennis racquets, sand toys, bocce ball, pickle ball, ping pong and shuffleboard sets
- Ping Pong Table
- Linens and towels laundered by housekeeping at check-out
- Personal care & basics provided: body soap, shampoo, conditioner, TP, paper towels, tissue, etc.
- Baby items: Pack-n-Play portable crib, strap on dining chair booster, and safety bumper for glass coffee table available in 2nd-floor bedroom
- Not wheelchair accessible. There are multiple short flights of stairs throughout the house. All stairs have handrails, but please be aware if booking for small children or elderly.
- DISCLOSURE: wifi video doorbell records front door and courtyard entrance (exterior only)

*** PLEASE BEWARE OF SCAMMERS! WE DO NOT ADVERTISE THIS PROPERTY AT A DISCOUNT ON CRAIGSLIST! ***

Property manager

Alison Jefferson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Absolutely no smoking inside or outside property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 2,186 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Many stairs in unit - no child gates provided

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Absolutely no parties. Gatehouse counts guests.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub House Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub House Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub House
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub House Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub House
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub Castroville
Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat W/private Hot Tub Castroville

About the area

Castroville

Located in Castroville, this vacation home is on the beach. Monterey Bay Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Lovers Point. Traveling with kids? Consider Moss Landing Marine Laboratories and Hamlin Antiques. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve - 3 min walk
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute - 8 min drive
  • Moss Landing State Beach - 12 min drive
  • Marina State Beach - 15 min drive
  • Monterey Bay - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 20 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Phil's Fish Market & Eatery - 8 min drive
  • Jack In The Box - 15 min drive
  • Denny's - 14 min drive
  • Burger King - 9 min drive
  • The Otter's Den - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat w/Private Hot Tub located?

Nestled on the beach, this Castroville vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Salinas River State Beach and Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve. Moss Landing State Beach and Island Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 182 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tamie f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tamie
The property was amazing. Alison was easy to work with and her place is even better in person. We thoroughly enjoyed everything. A lovely place, great attention to detail, highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walt A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We had a very enjoyable stay at this beach house. It was perfect for our younger daughter's 40th birthday. We used to go to Monterey Dunes when our daughters were young so this was her nostalgic choice. Each bedroom had its own bathroom, which made it nice. The beach was only a one minute walk from the back deck. This made it easy for long walks along the expansive shore. The living area is plenty spacious for the amount of people allowed. The galley style kitchen took a bit to get used to but it was well equipped .
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place for a family beach vacation
It's an amazing development/neighborhood. Right on the beach and amazing for a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A vacation to remember.
We stayed at this VRBO for our California Adventure, which was the perfect size for three couples. King size beds with attached bathrooms for each couple was a great perk and can be hard to find. The house has a lovely beach color theme with windows galore. The kitchen has every tool, utensil, glassware and appliances you would ever need nicely tucked away in the cabinets. Comfortable main room with fireplace for us all to hang out together with DVDs, music, games and throw blankets made it feel homey. It is an easy, short, boardwalk trip to the beach which is just over a single dune. View from the house is the dune and then beautiful water, you don't see the beach, even though it is so close, which is nice as you don't see other guests on the beach. From the beach, you don't see the colony looking towards the home, so it feels like you are in your own private sanctuary with no other visitors. Our host Alison was superb and courteous in responding to messages. Alison provided loads of details about the home and suggestions for food and activities in the area. This was the perfect location for our friend's getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bess S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break family trip
Had a great time. Walked the beach. Cooked in the excellent kitchen. It was lovely!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marylee C., Stockton California

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This property was above and beyond our expectations. The attention to detail was incredible. It had every amenity for a relaxing stay. A beautiful home, great weather and incredible venue makes for a memorable experience. Thank you Alison for sharing your amazing home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Monterey and Carmel Trip
Amazing! Clean and beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot for a winter stay
Our family had a great weekend at this beautiful home right on the beach - a VRBO listing that holds up to the pics, description and stellar reviews! Thanks to Alison for being so responsive when the power went out overnight due to a huge winter storm. We were able to pick up hot coffee and delicious breakfast offerings from the Power Plant Coffee & Store a short drive away, and crews got the power back on by 10 am, and the home's excellent heating system had it warmed back up quickly. It rained most of our trip, but we stayed busy cooking in the well-stocked kitchen (we brought in all our groceries in big coolers for the weekend), playing board games in front of the fireplace, and watching the storm rage out in the ocean from the huge picture windows. Would love to return in the summertime to enjoy a different season in this lovely home. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teal F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene location
Absolutely stunning location and beautiful home. Highly recommend this property. Very responsive owners, and everything you could need inside the home. Close to nice restaurants in Monterey and Carmel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay at the Beach
We thoroughly enjoyed a memorable birthday weekend with friends at Alison's condo in Monterey Dunes Colony. It was a perfect location---steps from the beach and within easy driving distance of Carmel. The accommodations were perfect for 3 couples and the condo itself was comfortable and inviting. Alison is a great hostess and answered all my questions/accommodated us as much as possible. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023