Waterfront vacation rentals in Monterey

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Condo in Watsonville

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 202 reviews

One of a kind full River and Ocean view!

This one of a kind unit is situated at the very end of the beautiful Pajaro Dunes gated community. This unit offers the best views in the entire community with a full river and 180 degree full ocean view. Just steps from the sand, watch your children play in the sand while enjoying the view from the deck of beautiful sunrises and listen to the waves from the King size Master bedroom. Unit is fully updated with beautiful granite, new appliances, queen sofabed, and a 2nd bedroom with two twin beds

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Rental unit in Pacific Grove

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 302 reviews

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.

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Home in Aptos

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 533 reviews

Relax Watch Waves Crash Chic + Modern 3BD

Sea breezes and beautiful ocean views greet you from your 40-foot deck at RdM Lookout, a newer property with hardwood floors, quartz counters, and a bright, modern open beach design with a cozy fireplace which was featured on the design website Houzz. A comfortable, chic space, guests tell us they love the amazing beds, soft linens, fluffy towels, and our gourmet kitchen-stocked coffee bar with to-go cups for beach walks. Come home to a relaxing, beach vacation in a charming beach town.

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Home in Aptos

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 208 reviews

Aptos Beachfront House

Oceanfront Beach House with views from every room! Steps from the beach. Gorgeous sunsets on the spacious deck with views of Santa Cruz coastline. Close to wine tasting, vineyards and breweries. Prime location, Rio-del-Mar beach, walking distance to coffee shop, restaurants, store and State Park. Perfect for a Romantic get away or family vacation! No more than 6 guests. Includes Outdoor shower, bikes (2), Boogie boards (2), Kayaks (2), sand toys, Beach chairs Beach towels, Wetsuits

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Home in Pacific Grove

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

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.

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Home in Castroville

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews

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!

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Townhouse in Watsonville

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews

Romantic beach front paradise

Our BEACHFRONT home is perfect for a ROMANTIC getaway with views looking straight out to the ocean beautiful sunsets and sunrise. Just steps from the sand. Enjoy a cup of coffee or glass of wine while listening to the waves on our deck or our floor-length windows in the living room Our beach is in a REMOTE area where you may be the only one on the beach. Enjoy resort AMENITIES for those who love outdoor activities or the bird sanctuary Come unwind from life’s craziness.

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Townhouse in Aptos

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviews

Fall Promo-2 Bed Ocean Front w/Pools + HotTub

Enjoy the comforts of a beach condo with the features of a luxury resort style retreat. This 2 bedroom 2.5 bathroom Villa has two balconies with incredible Ocean Views. Modern kitchen, and beach themed decor make this condo a vacation retreat you cannot miss. Plus 3 pools, heated year round! Located on 17-miles of secluded beachfront in Aptos California, south of Santa Cruz. Treat yourself to exquisite fine dining at the Sanderlings Restaurant, beach pathways and more!

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Townhouse in Castroville

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 327 reviews

28 Seconds Walk to Beach

Pacific ocean is the backyard with private beach access right from our decks in 28 seconds. One of the closest units to the beach with no mound in dunes blocking your view. You have the beach to yourself. Gated community with secluded beach, panoramic view of majestic sun sinking into the vast ocean, sound of waves pounding the sandy beach from right inside the house. 20-minute drive to Monterey Bay Aquarium, 17-mile, Carmel-by-the-sea.

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Condo in Watsonville

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviews

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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Rental unit in Capitola

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 336 reviews

180°OceanviewCondo-Surfboards-Bikes

Beautiful ocean front studio apartment. Right in the heart of colorful Capitola Village. Enjoy the ocean view from both sides and wander through the village outside. Lounge on the beach, explore colorful Capitola Village, take the cruiser bikes on an adventure, and use the included surfboards at the fantastic surf break in sight of your apartment!

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Condo in Aptos

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews

Seascape Oceanv hot tub, pool, EV, Aptos, Cruz

Treat yourself to this rare ocean front resort with ocean front as well as the beach views from the balcony and inside of the unit. Heated pool, jacuzzi, on site Restaurant, fire places, etc. Unwind and relax to the sound of the ocean waves. Indulge and pamper yourself in luxury and serenity. Parking lot has complimentary EV charging.