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Located in Castroville, this vacation home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Cannery Row, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Monterey Bay and Lovers Point. Traveling with kids? Consider Moss Landing Marine Laboratories and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing, horse riding, and rock climbing.
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Dunes Beach Haven: Amazing Ocean Front Home earns high praise for its stunning beachfront setting, peaceful private community vibe, and convenient base for day trips to Monterey, Carmel, and Santa Cruz, with guests enjoying sea views, beach walks, and downtime.
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What guests think
Dunes Beach Haven: Amazing Ocean Front Home earns high praise for its stunning beachfront setting, peaceful private community vibe, and convenient base for day trips to Monterey, Carmel, and Santa Cruz, with guests enjoying sea views, beach walks, and downtime.
The home is described as clean, comfortable, and updated, with a well-equipped kitchen, beach gear, and a private hot tub; community amenities like the pool, clubhouse, and pickleball are a bonus. Guests frequently commend the responsive property manager, though a few mention hiccups with after-hours access, checkout timing, or communication. Minor issues appear occasionally, such as TV or shower problems, dim lighting, a lumpy bed or less-comfy couches, hot tub jets not working, and a mild odor on arrival. Expect a tranquil, self-catering stay with strong comforts and occasional service or maintenance blips.
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Facilities
Guests highlight the private hot tub, well-equipped kitchen, and beach gear, with community amenities like the pool, clubhouse, and pickleball as extras. A few note minor issues such as hot tub jets not working or limited utensils.
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tim b.
Jan 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lynn H.
Sep 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Julie D.
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Jackie H.
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Lauren S.
Dec 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Diane D.
May 17, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
marina k.
Jan 4, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Kayt M.
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Seang C.
Mar 29, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Sharon C.
Nov 8, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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Cleanliness
Reviews commonly describe the home as clean to spotlessly kept and even impeccable. One report mentions a mild odor on arrival.
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Katharine R.
Mar 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Stephanie W.
Jun 19, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Kathleen W.
Sep 8, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
marina k.
Jan 4, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Alana C.
Apr 12, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Seang C.
Mar 29, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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Rooms
Updated, comfortable interiors with ocean views are praised, including nice bathrooms. Occasional drawbacks include TV setup or availability, slow showers, dim lighting, a lumpy bed or less comfortable couches, and some comments about age showing.
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tim b.
Jan 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Deborah P.
Sep 23, 2023
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Stayed 8 nights
Jackie H.
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Lauren S.
Dec 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stephanie W.
Jun 19, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Joe C.
May 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Drew J.
Feb 29, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Seang C.
Mar 29, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Jane O.
Jul 15, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Suzanne Carroll & Pascal Karsenti
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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Service
The property manager is frequently described as friendly, proactive, and responsive before and during stays. A few guests report after-hours access or checkout frustrations, including one unpleasant departure interaction.
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Chandra P.
Apr 8, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Jackie H.
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Katharine R.
Mar 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Stephanie W.
Jun 19, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Kathleen W.
Sep 8, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Joe C.
Feb 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
marina k.
Jan 4, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Drew J.
Feb 29, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Ryan L.
Jun 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Alana C.
Apr 12, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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Location
True beachfront in a quiet, remote feeling private community with easy beach walks and sea views. It is a convenient base for day trips to Monterey, Carmel, Santa Cruz, the Aquarium, and 17 Mile Drive.
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tim b.
Jan 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sandra F.
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Julie D.
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Jackie H.
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Cindi S.
Aug 28, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Kathleen W.
Sep 8, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Joe C.
Feb 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Alana C.
Apr 12, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Ana M.
Jan 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Suzanne Carroll & Pascal Karsenti
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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Dining
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Sarah B.
Jun 4, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Susan L.
May 11, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Kayt M.
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Kathy G.
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Ryan L.
Jun 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Check-in
Check-out
Check-in from 16:00
Before 10:00
Pets are not allowed at this property, including service animals due to owner allergies. A significant cleaning fee will be charged for any pets found on the premises.
Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not mentioned.
The property is located in Castroville, California, on the beach and is close to attractions such as Cannery Row, Monterey Bay, and Lovers Point. It is also near Moss Landing Marine Laboratories and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute.
Yes, there is a shared community pool available as part of the HOA amenities.
Children are permitted at the property, specifically ages 0-17 can stay for free.
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