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3823 Sand Dollar House - Nightly Rental, Oceanfront on Miles of Beach!

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Exterior
TV, fireplace
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Castroville, California
  • Salinas River State Beach
    1 min walk
  • Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve
    3 min walk
  • Moss Landing Marine Laboratories
    8 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    23 min drive

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About the area

Castroville

When you a stay at this condo in Castroville, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Salinas River State Beach and Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve. .This beach condo is 18.8 mi (30.2 km) from Monterey Bay and 19 mi (30.6 km) from Monterey Bay Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Moss Landing State Beach - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Marina State Beach - 15 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Monterey Bay - 25 min drive - 30.2 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 20 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phil's Fish Market & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪I'm Thai Cuisine - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Patio Drive-In - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

3823 Sand Dollar House - Nightly Rental, Oceanfront on Miles of Beach!

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals is proud to present “Sand Dollar House”! Sleeps up to 7 guests.

Spectacular views of the Monterey Bay and your own private boardwalk to the beach are among the very special features of this home in a gated community near the quaint fishing village of Moss Landing.

The 3-bedroom, 3-bath condo features décor with a modern coastal vibe that fits perfectly into this setting, with a back patio looking out upon the bay, where you can watch dolphins, whales and seagulls over the private beach and protected sand dune habitat.

Ocean views from the main bedroom suite, living room and dining room let guests enjoy twinkling lights at night and the entire bay by day. Vaulted ceilings, large windows and outdoor seating areas at the front and back of the home let indoors and out flow together seamlessly.

Part of the Monterey Dunes Colony, the 1700-square-foot condo is situated at the midpoint of the bay, with easy access to attractions on the Monterey Peninsula and in the Santa Cruz area.

The complex is next to Salinas River State Beach, a favorite spot to walk, bird watch and take photos. Monterey and Santa Cruz are within a half hour’s drive, and just a bit further are the world-class golf courses and restaurants of Pebble Beach, the natural wonders of Big Sur, and wine tasting and dining in Carmel Valley Village.

Living Spaces
Guests enter through the private, gated courtyard which includes a gourmet gas grill, patio seating and a sheltered porch with a tall counter and seats, an ideal gathering place for family and friends either for afternoon barbecues or evening socializing.
The entryway leads to a living room, kitchen and dining area in an open floor plan, with floor-to-ceiling windows looking toward the bay and hardwood-look floors.
The living room includes a wood-burning brick fireplace and a comfortable sectional sofa, a perfect place for conversation, watching the 50-inch HDTV or reading a good book by the fire.

Kitchen and Dining
The adjacent dining room has seating for 6 at the table with several more seats available at the kitchen counter. The kitchen includes newer stainless steel appliances and plenty of counter space.

Also on this level is a dedicated laundry room with ample storage space and a washer and dryer.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Two bedrooms can be found on the upper level.
Bedroom #1 faces the bay, with views to enjoy from the spacious California King bed with luxury linens in tones of blue, aqua, white and sand. Also featured are a 42-inch HDTV and upholstered chair, as well as an en suite bath with a large shower with grab bars. Please note that this bedroom has a loft-style layout and is open to the lower level.
Bedroom #2 offers a California King bed and an en suite bath with a tub/shower combo and removable shower head.
Downstairs, Bedroom #3 has two full/double size beds, a 30-inch HDTV, two leather club chairs and local ocean artwork.
The downstairs full bath with a tub/shower combo and removable shower head is accessible from the hallway.

Several parking spots are available adjacent to the condo’s courtyard entrance and one small space in the garage.

**Shared Community Pool and Hot Tub**

Sorry, this is not a pet friendly community.

This vacation home is professionally managed by Sanctuary Vacation Rentals. With over 15 years of property management experience, Sanctuary strives to provide environments that nurture and inspire with all the comforts of home. Each home has beach towels, shower and bath amenities and spa-style robes. Our team is available 7 days a week to assist you. We look forward to hosting you!
Make yourself comfortable in this condo, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Sanctuary Vacation Rentals - Reservations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Gas grills
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 1700 sq ft (157.9 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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 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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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Vrbo Property
3823 Sand Dollar House Ocean View Nightly Rental on Monterey Bay
1648-213843

3823 Sand Dollar House - Nightly Rental, Oceanfront on Miles of Beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nadine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great option for out of town workers
We rented this house for some people coming in from out of town to work with us during Monterey Car Week. Peaceful, clean, great view of the ocean. Worked great for 4 co-workers to share!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
What an amazing time with family. House was perfect for us, clean and gorgeous views!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
Everything was great with this house had plenty of Kitchen ware and very well organized, provided certain things that everyone needs when they travel. We booked this house due to its location as we were taking in the sites from Santa Cruz down to Big Sur this place was right in the middle. even though the weather was not the best we were still able to do everything we wanted including walking on the beach in the mornings. Would recommend this house to everyone and maybe someday we can come back. I also loved the fact that your organization checked in with us to make sure we were OK and if we needed anything. To me that is great customer service most places you never hear from anyone. Sharon
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
Very well-appointed property hidden away on the coast. The hosts were amazing, checking in to ensure we had everything we needed. My family and I enjoyed the beach and peaceful surroundings. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach stay
Quaint beach house. Beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
It was the absolutely perfect place for old friends to meet between the Bay Area & Fresno. The unit promoted spending time together, was very clean, & plenty of sleeping spaces when the adults & kids needed a retreat. The proximity to the ocean is unbeatable & it was absolutely amazing to sit on the deck at night & stargaze. We really enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and views
I highly recommend a stay at Monterey Dunes. It is peaceful and beautiful and a wonderful place to get away and recharge. This house had everything we needed. The kitchen and bathrooms were dated, but it was spacious and comfortable. The mattresses were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. The view is amazing, especially from the master bedroom. You can watch the breaking waves while lying in bed. It was comfortable for our party of 6. The clubhouse has tennis, basketball, pickleball, and bocce ball courts, a pool and a hot tub. The beach is spectacular for walks. My only complaint was the property manager's communication about early check-in and late check-out. Check-in was a 4pm and check-out was 10am. When I asked for early check in I was given the run-around for weeks. They kept telling me to ask later. I asked a few days before (when they should have known their schedule) and they said ask in the afternoon the day before our stay. I did that and they said they weren't sure but ask 30 minutes before check-in. I live two hours away so that was ridiculous. I also asked if we could check-out at 11am and was told we couldn't 10:30 was the latest we could stay, even though they said the next guests weren't coming until the next day. Not very customer friendly in their accommodating, although they sent multiple emails, texts, and even called me to see how things were.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in the dunes
This is a beautiful home IN the dunes! It really is a lovely surrounding and we found the house to be very comfortable. It was well equipped and roomy enough for 7 adults. Very relaxing, quiet, safe area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A well furnished setup
We really enjoy staying at Monterey Dunes each year. This rental is well furnished, and with good thoughtful supplies. One of the best rentals we have stayed at the colony.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rene P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and well appointed
The house was comfortable and well appointed - had all we needed (dishes, pots/pans, laundry, etc.). Comfortable and clean. Easy access to the beach and in easy driving distance to Monterey, Salinas, Watsonville, etc. We enjoyed our stay very much..
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

K H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing getaway property
We loved staying here—two families with school age kids. It was incredibly comfortable and so close to the beach. We were out every day! Enjoyed the community hot tub as well. It had one of the best stocked kitchen with everything you need for cooking, practical items like washer, dryer, beach towels, extra blankets were all easily available. There was not one item we needed that we didn’t find! The views and beauty of the property were even better than the listing photos! We also really enjoyed the grill and private front yard area—again great for kids and for enjoying the weather.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Demian L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
This is a great property, well kept and amazing location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
We were happy with this rental. Great views from the Master Bedroom, the home functioned well and was well supplied. The only issue was that the couch and dining room chairs were so old there were no springs left making sitting very uncomfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Charles G., BURR RIDGE

Liked: Cleanliness
3823 Sand Dollar
Water pressure poor…caused shower users problems with hot& cold water. Living Room window fogged up…. Needs replacing. Third bedroom did not have a TV. There should be instructions on how to use the 4 remote controls of the Livinf Room TV.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Week
Superb comfort and location. Huge upside! Minor drawbacks: small kitchen if you’re planning on preparing most meals there. Opening in wall between MBR and living area allows noise. In general, poor lighting for reading after dark.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
AT THE BEACH
If you're looking for a quiet spot near the water, this is a great place for six guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location. Well appointed.
Our family really enjoyed our stay and will be looking forward to returning someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice but could improve
The condo was nice no doubt however a couple things I did not like is there were all kinds of CD for movies in our closets and nowhere to put clothes. We lived literally out of our suitcase. I did not come there to watch hundreds of movies. Please remove 90% of them. Secondly there were 7 remotes for the TV and we all had a time trying to figure it all out and had to call to help us Please get that down to 2 or 3 please. Thanks for the stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Calm and serene!
Property is in a fantastic location. Quiet and serene yet you are steps to the beach. All sorts of beach gear provided or you can sit and enjoy from the back porch. A bit remote from restaurants and shopping but that is the big plus. Property folks are awesome! Friendly and helpful. The inside is a bit dated and could use some refresh but it is a beach house and you can relax and enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sand Dollar House
The house is beautiful and well appointed. However, I would caution that the master bedroom is an open loft so there’s no privacy and you hear every footstep or conversation in the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol F., Sacramento, California USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Monterey Dunes Colony Rentsl
This house was very well provisioned with everything you would ever need at the beach! Games, beach towels, kitchen and cooking implements etc. Beautiful view of the ocean and 3 minute walk to the beach. I’ve been renting these house for 40 years and this one was one of the top at Monterey Dunes Colony.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
We loved our stay at Sand Dollar. It was a good jumping point for all of our adventures (Big Sur, Monterey, golf, San Fran, and more). We loved coming back and being able to relax and everyone in our family having a place to go. Loved sitting on the deck in the morning and at night listening to the waves. Great sunsets!!! We had no problems with our stay and Sanctuary was really good with communication and their service.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay at Sand Dollar
Beautiful property! We loved how quiet and peaceful the area is. Sanctuary was also fantastic with communication and service. They are clearly committed to ensuring their guests have the perfect vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sand Dollar
Overall, great stay. Had fun. Only constructive feedback I would give 1) the beach although accessible is not really usable sue to erosion and no swimming due to riptides restrictions and 2) sectional couch in living room should be replaced; it's old and saggy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Sy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Going Home Again
I have been coming to the Dunes for close to 35 years because of the very special experience it continues to afford me and the three generations of my family. The VRBO unit is clearly the most well appointed home I've ever been in along with thoughtful touches in the facility and diverse amenities. My only faults are in the maintenance with a burned out bulb, torn window cord in one of the bedrooms upstairs and difficulty in getting hot water in sinks and showers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022