IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Castroville, CA

Marina Dunes Preserve
‪7 min drive‬
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
‪7 min drive‬
Marina State Beach
‪13 min drive‬
Marina, CA (OAR-Marina Municipal)
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Welcome! Your coastal home is waiting for you. It is centrally located between Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay, easy access to Hwy # 1, 156, and 101. This sweet 2 bedroom home was lovingly refreshed with stainless steel appliances, Rain Soft reverse osmosis water filtration system, beautiful engineered hardwood floors, new cabinetry in kitchen with white quartz counters, custom made cypress wood bar top, updated bathroom, and updated plumbing. 7 min to state beaches & whale watching point.

Pets under 20lbs are welcome! (nightly pet fee applies). Please contact host prior to booking if guests need to bring 2 pets. (2 pets max). Guest may bring one (1) infant only, baby crib and high chair are not shown in photos but available upon request after booking.

Property manager

Caleb

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO PARTIES ! My next door neighbors are very sensitive to noise, Quiet hours 9:30pm-7:30pm. Pet fee and additional guests fee to be paid at booking.

No smoking, vaping, marijuana, illegal or hazardous substances. For everyone's safety, don't touch Internet, cameras, smart lock, and power plugs.

Fire extinguisher is at kitchen window. Please communicate via VRBO platform. I answer calls between 8:00am – 10:00pm. No third party payment accepted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Castroville

Located in Castroville, this holiday home is near the beach. First Mayor's House and Steinbeck House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cinemark Century Northridge Mall 14 and Cinemark Century Marina. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca or California Rodeo Grounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Castroville, CA

What's nearby

Marina Dunes Preserve - 7 min drive - 9.6 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
California State University Monterey Bay - 13 min drive - 16.7 km
Marina State Beach - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
Monterey Bay - 18 min drive - 26.0 km

Getting around

Salinas Station - 11 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪Prunedale Market & Deli - ‬12 min drive
‪Phil's Fish Market & Eatery - ‬17 min walk
‪Panda Express - ‬13 min drive
‪Country Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, Hamlin Antiques and Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve. The Shakespeare Society of America and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elaine J.

19 Jun, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable & clean home in central location

We really enjoyed our short stay in this property in Castroville. House was clean & comfortable and had sufficient space for our family. Host was quick to respond to any questions. Location was good for travelling to Monterey / Carmel.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tira R.

8 Apr, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant get away

Perfect spot to land, close to everything, great backyard, clean, and quant house. Owner is very helpful and kind too.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

24 Feb, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

It's a cute little place easily drivable into Monterey.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linn D.

6 Nov, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, clean and great neighborhood

Central location makes it easy to get around to tourists locations.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

7 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gateway to the greater Monterey / Santa Cruz area

My family and I had a great stay in Castroville over the holiday weekend. Castroville ended up being a good choice for us because we were able to get to Monterey easily, enjoy the activities around Moss Landing, and go fruit picking up in Watsonville. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a location that gives you access to a large part of the bay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

4 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Stay

Caleb was a great host, texting us recommendations throughout the weekend and checking in to see if we needed anything. Place was very clean and was great to have access to the backyard to enjoy the weather. Would definitely stay here again if we're in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

frith g.

31 Jul, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mid week getaway

Very clean, quiet neighborhood. Easy access to freeway and short trip to the aquarium and restaurants.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

26 Mar, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf Trip

Small clean home in a quiet neighborhood close to Monterey.. Perfect place for 3 golfers exploring the Monterey area courses and local dining.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Sept, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed our stay

Nice quite neighborhood, very comfortable beds. The host was a good communicator and was helpful with restaurant suggestions. We had dogs with us and they had fun the fenced in backyard. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return next year.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

12 Nov, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property!!

We came to the area for a Monterey family getaway. This was such a great location and affordable. Only 20 minutes to the aquarium and less then 10 to whale watching. Caleb was a fantastic host!! I highly recommend this property!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

BO WEI C.

14 Dec, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

good house

staying for work

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivan M.

4 May, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Monterey/Big Sur Trip

Great house in Castroville, close to restaurants and shops. Very clean and comfortable. Host was great and communicated well. Would definitely recommend this house for a vacation stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

31 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Caleb was an excellent host. He was prompt with communication and made every effort to make our stay

Thank you! Will love to come again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

28 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

Nice house, close to Monterey and Carmel. Everything went smoothly and host was great and answered all our questions. I would book again. 👍

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

8 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great central place for Monterey Bay

The property is super convenient for activities around Monterey Bay, easy to get into Monterey and up to Santa Cruz. Lots of groceries and fresh vegetable stands really close by. Caleb was very communicative and responsive.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

15 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely jumping off point for the area

We had a very nice stay. Property was clean and quiet and exactly what we needed. An easy drive to both Santa Cruz and Monterey and an easy way to enjoy the whole area. Host was very communicative and easy to work with. Check in and check out were very easy. Happy with the whole experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

9 Jul, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

USGA Volunteer trip

Reasonable. Ease of access

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devin M.

15 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place in a nice little community

We wanted a nice spot between Santa Cruz and Monterrey and this worked perfectly. Small little town but if you like artichokes you are in for a treat. House was perfect for the small family. Thanks!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

2 Dec, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy House

We enjoyed our recent stay at this property which was very cute and cozy with comfortable bedding. The kitchen, dining and living room were open with a beautiful wood bar with extra seating on both sides. Loved the whale and sea gull that were painted on the rocks in the front yard which was a nice touch. The property manager, Caleb was very accommodating and responded quickly to our questions.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

1 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Neighborhood

The house was perfect for our needs. Clean and the neighborhood has quiet. Close to Moss Landing for dinner and within 30 minutes of Laguna Seca. The host was very attentive to any questions we had and checked on us to make sure that we had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. He even gave great suggestions of local places to eat and times to travel to avoid traffic. We would definitely here again if traveling to the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thuong N.

20 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay

Caleb’s house is a gem, it’s super clean, tidy and comfortable for us. The location is great and the neighborhood is very quiet and clean. Caleb is very responsive and caring for us. He provided us a great opportunity to have an ocean view dinner at a beach restaurant. We watched the beautiful sunset while having dinner, it’s an amazing experience we’ll never forget. I definitely recommend Caleb’s place to everyone and will come back again for vacation.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

8 Feb, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, perfect host!

For anyone wanting to explore the Monterey Peninsula, this home is a great place to set up your base camp. It's a very easy location to branch out from in any direction. It's a warm, cozy house with a nice kitchen for those wanting to explore their inner chef. The beds are comfortable and the shower is great! Most of all, the host Caleb is very attentive to the details in his texts and calls. He made the check in and out as easy as it could possibly be. My wife and I will definitely be returning!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Pachia P.

4 Jun, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Good communication

The pictures didn’t match the experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Marta A.

8 Nov, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Room for improvement

Caleb very nice. Beds great, couch terribly uncomfortable, told not to use backyard, coffee maker problematic. Took lid off kitchen trash can because it was too hard to open

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Michael H.

29 Aug, 2022

Liked: Communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

The host is a SCAM ARTIST.

Do NOT stay here. The pictures online is not reality. The soap the maids use to wash the sheets and towels is not soap, it is conditioning beads so the sheets had hair all over them. There was old food in the fridge and an open electrical box near a water source which is a fire hazard. The list goes on and on. The host was a great communicator at first, he even told me what time traffic was going to be bad and the check in process was simple. After our horrible experience we ended up notifying the host and leaving the property and then to top it all off the host straight up lied to VRBO and said I had no communication with him. Stay away from this house and this host.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Caleb

I am a retired engineer, business executive, university instructor, family man, Christian. I'd like to meet with people from all over the world and make friend.

Why they chose this property

"This relaxing home in Castroville was perfect for our family of four. We felt instantly at home. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. The washer and dryer were clean and in good working order. We appreciated the bathroom having two cabinets for toiletries and the great water pressure in the shower. The town of Castroville is perfectly located to take advantage of the Big Sur area. We were less than 20 minutes from the city of Monterey which offered extensive dining options. We were only 5 minutes from the beach. Our family loved Moss Landing which was only a 5 minute drive. There was an adorable restaurant, the Power Plant that served delicious coffees and drinks as well as a full menu all day. You were surrounded by plants in a cute and unique environment. We ate at Phil’s Market. It was a simple sandwich shop that provided a lot of options and surprisingly delicious flavors. The beach at Moss Landing was a perfect place to spend time with the family on the Pacific. This is also where whale watching, eco, and fishing tours are located. We went on the eco tour and saw sea lions, harbor seals, and sea otters. This is a great place to watch sea lions, they gather on the docks around Moss Landing. From this house you’re also near many vineyards. The 101 offers 200 vineyards and historic Spanish Missions. Extremely Fresh produce is sold throughout the region as it’s produced there. We loved it so much we didn’t want to leave." - Heidi Clements June, 2023 My property is a newly remodeled 2 bed 1 bath house situated in a very quiet neighborhood. It is super convenient to get on and off highway #1, 156, 101. It is only 5 min to the state beaches and Moss Landing, Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve which is the second-largest remaining salt marsh in California. Monterey Bay Aquarium, 17 mile scenic view drive, and Carmel-by-the-Sea are all within this area. Baby crib and high chair are available upon request.

What makes this property unique

Farmer's market near by with local fresh produce. The beautiful Elkhorn Slough National Estuary Research Reserve is 10 minutes away from my house. People can hike and watch wildlife and birds.

Castroville is known as Artichoke Capital of the world, artichoke ice cream with lemon has a very pleasant taste. Artichoke pizza is also famous to tourists.

Elkhorn Slough Estuaries: a nursery ground, a resting place, a smorgasbord; where rivers meet the sea. If you're a nature enthusiast you've probably heard this description before. But what exactly does it mean? And what in the world is a slough anyway? A visit to the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve is a great way to find all this out, and much more.

The approximately 1,700 acres that comprise the reserve include salt marsh, mud flat, freshwater pond, oak woodland, and grassland habitats. A stroll on any one of the three loop trails reveals a variety of both wetland and upland wildlife. It is not uncommon for a black-tailed deer to be foraging in the oaks while a grey smoothhound shark is gliding through the backwater shallows just below in search of a meal of mud crabs.

For more information, visit link opens in new window ElkhornSlough.org or call the reserve at (831) 728-2822 or the Central Region Fresno office at (559) 243-4005 x151.