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Oceanfront Beach House with Loft

Castroville vacation home with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Castroville, CA
  • Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Moss Landing State Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Castroville

Oceanside stay.Within a 5-minute walk of this Castroville vacation home, you'll find 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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What's nearby

  • Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute - 10 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Moss Landing State Beach - 13 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Marina State Beach - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Monterey Bay - 32 min drive - 22.2 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 19 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phil’s Fish Market & Eatery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪birrieria Coalcoman - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬14 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.

Oceanfront Beach House with Loft

A gated and private coastal retreat with spectacular ocean views! House has been remodeled and is warm and inviting. This is a split level house with 2 master suites on the lower level, kitchen on the split level, and family room, 3rd bathroom and 3rd bedroom upstairs. The upstairs bedroom has 4 double beds (2 built in bunk beds) with a loft complete with private couch and TV… a perfect setup for kids. The upstairs family room allows for better views of the ocean than most other units in the Colony. Kitchen is fully stocked with all the tools you will need.

The Monterey Dunes Colony offers a large swimming pool, a jacuzzi, tennis courts, bocce ball, shuffleboard, and a sand volleyball court.

This is our family vacation home, we've made many wonderful memories here and we hope you will too!

*Rest assured that we are taking extra care to disinfect frequently touched surfaces between reservations.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

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
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Turn off all thermostats (downstairs bedrooms, kitchen, family room, upstairs bedroom)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Check out is at 11 AM on the day of departure.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Oceanfront House With Loft
Oceanfront Beach House With Loft Castroville
Oceanfront Beach House With Loft Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Oceanfront Beach House with Loft to the airport?

This vacation home is 13.3 mi (19-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Oceanfront Beach House with Loft have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanfront Beach House with Loft to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Salinas River State Beach and 3.5 mi (8-min drive) from Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oceanfront Beach House with Loft offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Oceanfront Beach House with Loft?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Beach House with Loft?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Oceanfront Beach House with Loft?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Oceanfront Beach House with Loft have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Oceanfront Beach House with Loft have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanfront Beach House with Loft to downtown Castroville?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi away from Castroville.

Oceanfront Beach House with Loft Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best of the best is that Monterey Dunes Colony has to offer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, very relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a great time at the dunes.

Beautiful weather and very relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea I.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was perfect for two couples and 3 kids. We had a great stay and the owners were responsive and accommodating. The beach is a very short walk right out the back door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Don’t forget your windbreaker.

Clean. Quiet. Good location. Pleasant front gate personnel. Well equipped. Having had a rental in Myrtle Beach for 10 years, I am well aware what is necessary for a good rental. This one checks all the boxes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach house

Always clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy M., Glendale, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

We had a perfect stay! The place was exactly as described. Our first night we had the most beautiful sunset. The remaining of the days were a little foggy, but I loved it! Will definitely save this place for future stays. Thank you so much for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Experience

We have stayed in numerous Monterey Dune Colony condos over the years. This was the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trip

The house is steps away from the beach. Host had binoculars in the living room and we were able to see whales out in the ocean. We saw dolphins swimming while down at the beach. Bunkroom with loft was great for kids. Magical weekend great for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property at moss landing

Our third trip to moss landing but first at this rental. Amazing views as always. Unit is very well lit and furnished. If you have kids they will love the bunk room and loft. Everything is very cozy and comfortable. Great communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudine R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our repeat getaway

Stunning location, amazing amenities, and the most delightful property managers. Our family enjoyed this stay, as we do every year, and we hope to keep it our annual tradition well into the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house with great hosts

We love the layout of the house. It was clean, super close to the beach and check-in was a breeze. We were 2 adults and 2 girls, and we loved the entire stay. Lyssa was very nice and prompt to respond. I recommend this house for any family that plans to stay in the colony for a quaint vacation. Thanks Arin
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness

"epic"

Great location close to the beach, beautifully clean sand. The kids room is"epic!" According to the 5yo and 7yo. We just wish they would sleep in a bit in the morning. The pool is farther away than from other units in the complex but now that the kids are older it's fine. Easy walk/scooter ride.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim T., Eugene, OR, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a family get together

This property was awesome for our family. The ocean front views were so beautiful and the beach was only a few steps away. The property has a pool, hot tub and other onsite activities. The upper loft space was perfect for the grandchildren and having 3 bathrooms available was a big plus. The location is close to many interesting sites such as the Monterey Aquarium, 17 Mile Drive, Carmel, and a state park. We also appreciated the host’s suggestions for nearby food choices. We thoroughly enjoyed our time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene S., Elk Grove

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views

Home was beautiful with amazing views of the ocean. We had so much fun spending time with family and making wonderful memories❤️ Thank you for having us, we had a blessed weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K., Naperville

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach Stay

Home is located on the beach, so sunsets were beautiful! A quick 30 minute drive from Monterey and Carmel so had plenty of opportunity to see attractions.!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Property!

This place is amazing! Our family of four stayed for three nights and we wished we had booked an entire week. The kitchen is very well stocked with essentials. The beds and bedding feel like a high end hotel. And of course you are just 30-40 yards from the beach. We loved our stay will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

We had an amazing time!! Great place for kids! Very family friendly. We are definitely returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing for family time

This spot was awesome for kids! We had the best time from playing games and cooking to swimming and exploring the beach! We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay for family!

Amazing time! We've been to Monterey Dunes a lot, but this property was just a child's / family's paradise! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

shaun m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Ocean Front Vacation

We had an amazing time celebrating Mother's Day at the house. Everything inside is well thought out, the bunks were fantastic for our kids and waking up with ocean views for my wife and myself was spectacular. The kids loved the upstairs play area with video games, TV & Legos. Outside we sat on the porch overlooking the ocean every morning followed by a walk on the beach. At night we utilized the common pool & Hot tub which was just an adddd bonus. Highly-rated location and home ! Thanks for having us !!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

janet f., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for kids

Lots of toys and games plus a loft that is specifically made for kids made this a great house for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful stay

We’ve stayed at this property many times over the past few years, but I want to add a review to note that it remains a wonderful, magical place to spend time as a family. The host is wonderfully communicative (we were there during some crazy high winds and she texted to make sure we were ok and also noted where plenty of flashlights, lanterns, etc were available should we lose power in the storm). We never had any power interruptions and had a very easy and lovely stay, but I truly appreciated her thoughtfulness. I highly recommend this property to anyone who might enjoy some time at a very private, pristine, and lovely beach on the Northern California coast.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful updated home, perfect location with breathtaking views

The home is spacious, modern with incredible views and beach access
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

gretchen h., Lincoln California

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beachouse

Wonderful setting and condo in Moss Landing. Hosts were super helpful and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022