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Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem

Holiday home in Seaside with kitchen and patio

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Beach
Dining
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$1,219
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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Sand City, CA
  • Place, Monterey State Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Ord Dunes State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, North Fremont Street
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Seaside

At this holiday home you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Monterey State Beach and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from North Fremont Street. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Sand City holiday home include Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium.
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What's nearby

  • Monterey County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Del Monte Beach - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Cannery Row - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 10 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 18 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Monterey Bay Restaurant Equipment - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem

Nestled at the edge of Seaside in Sand City (population 372), this home rates a major WOW. (Or two or three.) The upper level features a swoon-worthy kitchen, dining for eight, a living room with a large TV and fireplace, a master suite  (with a private bath and walk-in shower), a powder room, laundry, and the piece de resistance: a covered patio with a firepit and a sectional for lounging.  Downstairs, there’s a bedroom/den with a fold-out sofa and a desk, a full bath with a tub/shower, and a guestroom that opens to the backyard (w/dining table, chaises and a barbecue).  From here, you can walk to the local craft brewery or enjoy a slice of pie at Sweet Elena’s bakery—while perusing the fanciful wall murals created by Sand City’s many artists. Ocean lovers will appreciate easy access to the beach via the Tioga Road overpass (approx. seven-minute walk). There’s also a corner playground for the kiddies, and if you don’t feel like cooking, you’ll find scores of delis and diners nearby, along with a gamut of international cuisines (Thai, Chinese, Mexican, Japanese, German, Italian and more).   Street and driveway parking only. Short term rental permit: STR 22-14

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number VR002214

Property is also known as

370

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem?

Yep, Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem is a short 15-minute walk from Monterey State Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem on 30 Nov 2025 start from AU$1,219.14, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem?

No, Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem?

No, pets are not allowed.

Sandcastle - Sand City House - Hidden Beach Gem Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim A., Marietta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cornflakegirrrl

Liked: Cleanliness

Great overall, but …

Checkin was convenient and easy.House centrally located and close to the beach. The listing states there were 3 bedrooms but the third “bedroom” is an office with an uncomfortable pullout couch bed that had dirty sheets. We had to wash the bedding before use. The neighborhood is currently under construction but was only heard on the weekdays. Overall it was a really nice place that was comfortable with a really large kitchen and lounge area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Weekend

Nice place to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siarah Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best rental home thus far!

Great family weekend! The home was extremely clean, well stocked, great communication with property management, comfortable beds, and overall amazing experience! We hope to return soon for our next adventure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan P., Newport Beach, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Our team had a great stay this is our third time staying here for work and absolutely love it. Close to everything, comfortable, nice, and spacious
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This house was amazing! Excellent all the way around.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elitsa A., Bloomfield, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay at

Really enjoyed our time in this house. We stayed in a few different properties on this trip and this one was by far the best! Plenty of space for 6 people, fully stocked kitchen and bathrooms and very clean. It's on a dead end street, so very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

So Beachie Cozy!

Just what we needed. Home decorated so spot on. Everything you could need. Central to everywhere. Truly enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Monterey aquarium trip

This home was perfect! Super clean and everything you need. Thank you so much for hosting. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trachelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Seaside stay

Loved our stay at this Seaside property! House was great, loved the floor plan. The kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed. Safe area. Hope to be able to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Easton S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

The house is beautiful and has everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The beach is a short walk and it's super easy to drive or uber to other Monterey attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Phillip M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice spot for laguna seca events

House was clean and quiet. Kitchen and master are on the second floor, which was a bit odd, but worked fine. As others have noted, there is no AC. Upon arrival, the house was a bit warm at 78 but cooled off with all the windows open before getting to bed. Only other peculiarity was the labeling of kitchen inventory on every shelf, which happened to be incorrect on almost every shelf. If it says 11 glasses and there only 10, makes me worried I may be charged for a pre-existing problem. Update them regularly or remove them. Otherwise, the property is very close to costco and downtown seaside, and about 15min to track parking which was great for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Ali J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not as nice as it seems

There’s no air-conditioning and the owner has the thermostat set and will not adjust it so the heater comes on at night if you leave the windows open. In addition there are no window coverings in the master bathrooms so you’re fully exposed while you’re on the bathroom going poop so you have to do it in the dark so no one sees you. It’s quite awkward. I contacted the property manager several times to help get things fixed, but either the owner was not willing to fix the thermostat or they just stop communicating all together.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G., MODESTO

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Our first impression was that it was so clean. Great house for 3 adults, we attended the Carmel Bach festival and loved the rental house. One suggestion would be to instal a window covering in the main bedrooms water closet. Neighbors are very close. We look forward to renting this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

The house was beautiful and in easy driving distance to the places we wanted to see. Our 3 year old grandson loved the house. The house is well equipped for visitors. When the pullout bed was opened in the third bedroom it is difficult to get to the closet. This was it a problem for the younger person assigned to that bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

A few days in Monterey

We had a lovely time at the Sandcastle. The kitchen was fabulously appointed so we could have a few family meals at leisure and then watch movies in the living room all together. The sea breeze was a delight and house as a whole is just beautiful. Would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comforts of Home

Staying at the sandcastle was a very lovely experience. The small differences had a great impact on the comfort of our stay - mostly that the places most rentals find to save a nickel were not the case here: kitchen ware you would use in your own kitchen; paper/bath/cleaning products that are effective; fresh linens in ample supply. The location was a great for our sight-seeing base and the home was clean and well appointed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B., Martinez, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Stay In Sand City

We stayed at this beautiful home in Sand City. The pictures are great but the house in person is even better. Communication was great. Easy to check in. The house is beautifully decorated and yet very homey as well. We had everything we could have possibly wanted or needed and more. Location was great. Easy to get to many different places of interest. We highly recommend this house!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele D., Petaluma, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious and cozy!

The house was beautiful. Well maintained and very clean and comfortable. It is advertised as a three bedroom, but the third bedroom is a pullout couch and looks like more of an office. The kitchen is fully stocked and everything is in great condition. Michelle, the property manager, was very quick to respond to any questions we had. Would definitely stay again!!! Thank you! Michele
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

January G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway!

This is a beautiful home, perfect for a getaway. It's nestled in a quiet neighborhood filled with charm, personality, and everything you need to relax! The host thought of everything to make the stay in this home more relaxing and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break 2023

Great property, convenient location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bridal Party Wedding Weekend

The property is beyond beautiful with an artsy vibe. Our group used as the place to get ready for my wedding, and it worked out great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mihir J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really nice location and clean property

Really nice location and clean property
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022