Family-friendly vacation rentals in Pajaro Dunes

I had a great stay here with my daighter and german shepherd. It was great to have the beach all to ourselves every morning by walking just a block over. The house was beautiful, comfortable, and the greenery outside was wonderful. Would definitely stay again!

My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We walked to the beach to boogie board, went to the boardwalk and enjoyed the local farmer’s market. The house was amazing and more than we expected. We enjoyed the backyard with all of its amenities including the hot tub and outdoor shower especially after coming back from a day at the beach. Shari was very proactive in her communications and we are looking forward to coming back again for a longer visit.

An amazing stay close to the beach, a perfect weekend getaway

Pamela’s guest house was perfect for our stay with our 3 month old. The home is so beautiful and cozy, Pamela made us feel right at home. This place is a gem if you’re looking to stay in the area! Would whole heartedly recommend and would love to stay again in the future!

We loved our stay ! The house was nice and relaxing and airy , the neighborhood was quiet and easily located near the downtown .

We had a wonderful time! Dog and kid friendly. Definitely recommend!

Loved our tranquil stay here!! The space was super close to downtown Aptos and many hiking spots which made it easy to go in and out. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking and everything we hoped for on our quick getaway. Would stay again!

Julia’s house was perfect. Very clean, well decorated, but not cluttered. It has everything you could need for cooking. It is a very comfortable place to stay.

We had the most amazing stay with our newborn & dog. Walkable to a number of restaurants, coffee shops, and the beach, and a short drive to the cliff walks. We loved being able to put the baby down to sleep in the dark bedroom & eat dinner in the peaceful backyard. Plus, the fenced yard made it easy to let our dog out to go potty (it’s the little things!). We are eager to stay here again!

Sarah’s place was so comfortable for our family group! She was very helpful before and during our trip, provided great instructions for getting around the area, and lots of suggestions for things to do during our stay. Definitely a rockstar host and a beautiful property!

Angi’s place was perfect for our short stay. Everything was as described in the listing. Angi was super communicative and helpful. Instructions were clear and easy to follow. We love the location and proximity to everything in the area. Highly recommend, thanks again!

Was a great option for close proximity to the Google campus which is where we needed to be. Neighborhood seemed to be safe and walkable. It’s evident they are very involved with the beautiful landscaping and gardening on/around the property therefore notable tree pollen/allergens during the spring time. Overall a cute, cozy, and darling stay!

Perfect spot for my family of 4 to use as a base for my daughter’s graduation from UCSC. Plenty of room. Nice outside gathering spots. Kitchen was fine for morning coffee and afternoon cocktails. Capitola village was a short drive away and everything else was within a 15 minute drive. Jeremy checked in often and was quick to take care of any issues. I would consider staying here again.

Had a beautiful stay here. Home is beautiful looks just like pictures . Has everything you need !! Great kitchen beds are comfortable. Linens are great.!! I would just say the driveway is very steep if you drive a low profile car like I do I couldn’t go up the driveway but there’s plenty of parking down below. My son does have mobility issues, but he was able to manage. Thank you again for everything. 😊😊

Our stay in Aptos was very relaxing. It took about 20 minutes to get to and from downtown Santa Cruz via the freeway. We had 5 people in our group and really appreciated that the property was pet friendly. Communication with the host was excellent throughout. There is a cleaning checklist for checkout, but it wasn’t an issue. The home is two stories, with the bedrooms and a shared bathroom located downstairs, and the kitchen upstairs. It’s conveniently located near a Chase bank, Rite Aid, Safeway, and Peet’s Coffee. The neighborhood itself is very quiet. Overall, we had a great stay.

Small, cozy place and great location! Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood but super close to local eateries, trails, and the beach. Mini fridge & freezer, igloo box, boogie boards, beach chairs, extra fans, and toiletries were provided :) Marilyn was kind and even accommodated a later checkout time.

A recent stay at Robert’s home in Ben Lomond was exceptional. The property felt like home from the pictures on the wall to the books in the bookcase. The fully equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and toiletries was like walking into our personal family vacation home with everything clean and organized. Upon our arrival, we contacted the owner to let them know we arrived. We enjoyed a welcoming orientation of the property. The location was ideal with convenient access to stores and restaurants. We could not have selected a better place to enjoy quality family time and celebrate a graduation from UC Santa Cruz. This was a super stay and gets our highest recommendation.

We had a wonderful short getaway at Sue’s place! The condo is just steps from the beach, pool, and jacuzzi. Falling asleep to the sound of the waves was relaxing, and the ocean breeze was very refreshing. It was exactly what we needed to reset and recharge. Everything was just as described, and we would stay here again! Thank you, Sue!

I half expected to see Jay Gatsby on the balcony when I pulled in. Instead I found Lou very welcoming. The location is convenient to Santa Cruz and Los Gatos. Very peaceful.

We had a lovely stay here! The home is well located- easy to visit Santa Cruz and not far to Monterey- there’s also a beach accessible via a short trail next to the house. We enjoyed the view from the roof and the quiet, beautiful garden. Himani was incredibly responsive and quick to help with anything we needed (ie turning on the hot tub and checking in to see if we needed any support throughout our stay). Our little family had a great time enjoying the home and surrounding area and would definitely recommend!

We were in town for a weekend of trail racing and Valentina's place was perfect. It was less than a mile from our event at Toro Park and on a nice, quiet street. The place was very comfortable and the outdoor area was excellent for recovery and relaxing on Saturday. The beds were comfy and there was plenty of room for 5 of us. Valentina was very responsive throughout the entire process, I really appreciated her. Great place to stay!

It was a great stay. We loved our time there and would definitely visit again.

A lovely property to relax in and enjoy. Just what we needed after doing all the sightseeing in the first part of the holiday

Thank you so much Rhea for allowing my family to enjoy this gem! The reviews spoke about the views but wow, incredible! You can literally see up the coast line on both sides. The condo was clean, had enough to accommodate a family of five! We were able to cook our meals every night without a problem. The pool is just a few steps up which my youngest definitely appreciated. We are already missing waking up to the sounds of the ocean! If we’re ever in the area we would be so lucky to book this place again.