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Carefree Days at The Beach

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Interior
Property grounds
LED TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 698 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Carefree Days at The Beach

Music Update June 21, 2023
July 8 2023 - Summer Music Series #2 1-5pm Sandpiper Center – Tin Pan Alley Cats & Martini Lounge

August 12, 2023 – Summer Music Series #3 – Exit Strategy – Five-piece band playing a mix of originals and covers – Sliding between Country and Americana

September 2, 2023 – Summer Music Series # 4 – Anthony Arya – Recent Stanford Grad and alum from season 15 of the Voice

Head to the beach for sun filled days in the sand and central coast breezes.

Kids can safely come and go to the beach, just footsteps away. Pack your imagination for building world class sandcastles. Or boogie boarding in the never ending surf or throw a football or fly a kite.

This distinctive 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath beach condo has just undergone an extensive remodel and updating. All surfaces have received a creative designer's touch.

Bright hardwood flooring in the open space living/dining areas, bedroom carpeting, GE kitchen appliances, attractive doors and trim, shutters on all windows, Kohler bathroom fixtures, contemporary paint colors and beautiful mood setting lighting are all new.

A new Nespresso and Aeroccino awaits your morning coffee routine. Stormio and Melazio pods provided.,

Bedrooms are exquisitely appointed with new beds of differing firmness, hi-thread count cotton linens, providing uncompromising comfort for your beach vacation. Each bedroom has a built-in closet with generous space, a dresser and a large decorative wall mounted mirror.

The living room has generous amounts of natural light with immediate south beach views towards Monterey Bay and east views to the slough, ideal for bird watching.

The kitchen counter-tops are DuPont Zodiac surfaces in fresh surf white and celestial blue, bringing the ocean indoor. The cabinets are stocked with kitchen utensils and cookware for your vacation culinary needs. New GE appliances and a deep stainless steel sink, all shine under the accent lighting.

Lounging on the couch with a book in front of the wood burning fire place is totally acceptable after having walked the entire length of the 3 mile beach and back or having played multiple sets of tennis with your family and friends. The living room provides gazing opportunities to the inviting beach outside.

A 65" flat-screen LED TV over the fireplace is connected to a Blue-ray DVD player and hi-definition cable service. Although unlikely when on vacation, if you need to stay connected to the office, we have upgraded the unit with wireless internet up to 100 mb speed. The TV is capable of streaming Hulu, Netflix and Amazon Prime. we have an AppleTV4 provided for your convenience if you want to use your personal Apple account.

Grab your camera and binoculars for spectacular nature experiences, birding and beach combing.

Or pack your clubs and enjoy world class golfing at nearby Pebble Beach or Pasatiempo - Santa Cruz.

Bring your road bikes for coastal cycling into Aptos, climbing out of Watsonville to Mt Madonna or cycle though Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach.

Enjoy days trips to Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk & Amusements.

Spend a few solitary hours surf fishing on the beach for perch, halibut, smelt and striped bass. Or rent a Kayak at Elkhorn Slough.

This beach condo has it all. Stylish comfort, romantic opportunities, fun for the family and close to many amenities.

Parking is available with walk up access. Trolleys are provided for unloading your car. Within minutes, you'll be settled in and relaxing.

The HOA no longer allows use of BBQ grilles or any open flame on our building's decks.

Property manager

Paul O'Neill, family member

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • LED TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside or on the deck outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,050 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Note from host: Sorry, no pets

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Map
Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • La Selva Beach - 18 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Sunset State Beach - 18 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute - 22 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Monterey Bay - 34 min drive - 42.2 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 38 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Imura Japanese Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪D'La Colmena Market & Catering - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Carefree Days at The Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Carefree Days at The Beach ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carefree Days at The Beach ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Carefree Days at The Beach located?

Situated near the beach, this condo building is steps from Palm Beach, Zmudowski State Beach, and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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Carefree Days at The Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

We always love staying at this property! That’s why we keep coming back! Serene, great location and comfortable. The beauty of the area is the cherry on top.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

I’ve been staying at pajaro since I was a little tot myself, and so it’s always such a joy to come back with my own little tot in tow. This was a gorgeous home in the most perfect area, and our host was easy to reach and promptly communicative when we needed. Such a nice little retreat and reset! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Enjoyed the stay; property location along with essential provided allowed for a relaxing and enjoyable experience...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

My husband, and 2 month old son had a wonderful stay here over the Thanksgiving weekend! The place was great, had everything we needed, and was clearly well taken care of.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

Great property! Views from the unit were all amazing. Short walk on a path down to the beach. Located out of the way from the tourist areas but still short drives to restaurants and things to do. Would stay again,!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

great location next to beach
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We had a great time as always. We love Pajaro Dunes and will definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

Great place for a quiet beach stay to have a big beach to yourself. I would plan to bring more food to cook next trip due to not having the best food options nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Great property, beautiful location, condo well maintained, great WiFi. Just wished the telescope seen in listing had been available to bird watch. Overall, great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

The pictures on VRBO do not entirely do justice to the beauty of the location or the amazing view from the main room and the deck. The condo had everything we needed for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We very much enjoyed our stay in the condo. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. The views are very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10

Great condo for the week. Good location, very clean, comfortable beds and kitchen is well stocked. Also good access to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Very comfortable, well equipped, great location with views of the river, the ocean and lots of birds. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

We love Pajaro Dunes. It was a great unit. The owner responded to our request to change dates. We enjoyed the unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

This is a great spot for a family vacation! We spent long days at the beach and had a wonderful time! Thanks Paul!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10

We really enjoyed our stay. The location with both River and Ocean views was wonderful, especially during some heavy winter storms. We were warm and cosy inside, and the beach was easily accessible for long walks between storms. The condo was comfortable and was well equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10

After months at home, this property was the perfect escape for a long weekend with our two kids. Access to the beach was quick and easy, the condo was well equipped with everything we needed, and it was a scenic drive to either Santa Cruz or Monterey. If you need to get away, this is the perfect place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10

Clean. The beach was great for walking, lots of birds at Pelican point.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We loved everything about our stay here.The condo was perfect in all aspects.Just lovely.We would recommend this home to anyone and in fact already have! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016

10/10

We’ve been coming to Pajaro Dines for 30+ years and have stayed in many units and this was probably the nicest and cleanest unit we have ever rented! Ocean and river views, comfy beds, wi-fi, and a well stocked kitchen! Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Clean, bright, spacious, comfortable, & cozy unit with a lovely view and just a short walk from the ocean. Our family of 4 (boys ages 6 & 10) all had a fabulous time and Paul O'Neill who we rented it from couldn't have been more helpful & friendly. We definitely plan to return!

10/10

Loved our stay! Beds are heavenly. All items there that you need - if you’re a baker bring your own pans as just one flat baking sheet. Clean but needs a good deep clean such as baseboards, tub and light fixture's. Good view. Family oriented section. Lots of kids running etc but it is August. Lovely nights and beautiful view of the birds and their habitat. Will stay again!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Condo was very nice. We enjoyed the views. It was a great place for us gather and spend time together. This is a 2nd floor unit, there is a ramp instead of stairs. It was a little tough for pushing the wheelchair, but we managed. There are only 3 steps to get into the condo itself. It all worked out well for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

We had a lovely few days here! The location was amazing, especially the view from the living room and the deck. Seeing the changing views of both the river and the ocean was calming and unique. We enjoyed meals on the deck with the ocean just beyond. Picnic lunches and walks on the beach were perfect. Comfy beds, quiet surroundings, great dining table, washer/dryer, and beach supplies rounded out the amenities. Looking forward to our return.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

4/10

Everything it's outdated, left early
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024