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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.

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.

Beach Front Ocean View 8mins Walk to Aquarium 270E
With breathtaking ocean views, this peaceful home is a tranquil and relaxing spot for you and your loved ones. Half a block to the beach, minute’s walk to Lover's Point, 10 minutes walk to the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium, and to downtown to access endless choices of great restaurants. Fully equipped kitchen, high-speed internet with 55" 4K Smart TV. High-end linens, Casper memory foam mattress provides the most comfortable nights of rest for our guests. Coin laundry and free parking.

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.

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!

The Cottage Getaway by the Sea
The Cottage Getaway by the Sea is a single level one bedroom stand alone cottage on a cliff over Rio Del Mar Beach w/ 180 degree WOW views of the Monterey Bay. Seasonally enjoy dolphins, whales, & great sunsets! Located in a peaceful neighborhood, this is a perfect place for a quiet romantic getaway or just to read, relax, & enjoy. We are one of the few airbnbs with a California King Bed! Pricing is per night for one; 2nd person +$25 per nite PERMITTED vacation rental #181420

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.

Artsy&Private UNIT C
Standalone studio 3 minute walk from the beach! Private & gated guests only parking - Down the street from the beach, Moss Landing harbor, & KOA park - Home to Teco & Valentina, the resident barn owls. Owls are known to put on quite a show! They are super cool & beautiful! Watch them in their owl box from the live feed on our website/YouTube! Located on same property as The Haute Enchilada Cafe & Gallery. Visit us at hauteenchilada.com for lunch reservations!

Ocean View at Monterey Bay - Hot Tub & King Bed!
The Ocean View is themed to showcase Monterey Bay inside and out. Wake up in the Beach, clean up in the Kelp, and enjoy dinner in the Deep. You will love the king size movable platform bed, the Hot Tub with an ocean view and the easy parking for several cars. Only a 10 minute drive to Cannery Row, and the Aquarium. The Beach, Golfing, Diving, Fishing, Hiking are a just a few minutes away as well.

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.
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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 | R4,038 ZAR | R3,840 ZAR | R4,038 ZAR | R4,829 ZAR | R5,191 ZAR | R5,076 ZAR | R6,625 ZAR | R7,532 ZAR | R7,449 ZAR | R3,906 ZAR | R3,741 ZAR | R3,543 ZAR |
| 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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Monterey vacation rentals start at R659 ZAR per night before taxes and fees

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Monterey stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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