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Carefree Days at The Beach

Watsonville condo with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
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LED TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu
LED TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 698 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Zmudowski State Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Watsonville

Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the condo, you'll find Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. Also, Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve is within 3 miles (5 km) and Watsonville Center for the Arts is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Zmudowski State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Palm Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 36 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Cannery Row - 52 min drive - 59.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Street Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 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.

Carefree Days at The Beach


Music Series No. 2 - July 5 - Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. For the third year, The Tin Pan Alley Cats will provide musical entertainment.
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.

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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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Sorry, no pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside or on the deck outside.

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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Carefree Days at The Beach to the airport?

This condo is 8.2 mi (15-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Carefree Days at The Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Carefree Days at The Beach to the beach?

This condo is 18.4 mi (36-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 6.1 mi (12-min drive) from Sunset State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Carefree Days at The Beach offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Carefree Days at The Beach ?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Carefree Days at The Beach ?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Carefree Days at The Beach have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does Carefree Days at The Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Carefree Days at The Beach to downtown Watsonville?

This condo is 1.1 mi away from Pajaro Dunes.

Carefree Days at The Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you everything was wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was clean and well-maintained. It had a beautiful view and was quiet and peaceful. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemeri C.

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

Pelican Point is awesome

Great views, quiet location. We enjoyed walking on the beach and watching the birds. Great food at the local restaurants and bakeries. Fantastic Farmers Market every Friday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was clean. It’s was in a nice location. The beach was wonderful.. quite and clean..
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

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

Wonderful Stay!

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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

Family Trip

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

8/10 Good

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location! Beautiful views from the patio & living room. Right on the dunes & beach. Looks like a bird sanctuary as well as sea life!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Wonderful getaway!

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Beautiful view

Beautiful view, & super clean Secure gated community Will come back for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey S.

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

Great stay

Great location. Excellent communication from host. Would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Calm and quiet beach vacation

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

10/10 Excellent

Joan P.

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

vacation

great location next to beach
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Very comfortable and clean

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Byron S.

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

Beautiful location and view

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony V.

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

Pajaro 2023

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Very enjoyable

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

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

Beach vacation

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice condo

Adorable beachside condo—perfect for a family getaway! I really enjoyed the cozy vibe. I'm someone who appreciates pristine dishes because it helps me stay focused on the joy of the meal, so having scratch-free dishware would make the experience even better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delia K.

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

Best birthday weekend!

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

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

Pleasant quiet place

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Caroline O.

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

Loved this Location

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen M.

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

Beautiful location

This was my 50th year at this location which is outstanding. My only issue was the title indicates remodeled which clearly has been done, with the exception of one of the beds which is clearly overdue for replacement.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gene V.

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

Quiet location with great views

The location is great, isolated yet close to everything and with ocean views and beach access. This is a gated community, very safe and super quiet. Communication with the host was excellent. We had a minor issue, it got resolved literally within 2 minutes.Will certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie W.

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

Great Get-Away

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Great place for a quiet getaway

I’ve been renting houses and condos at Pajaro Dunes for over 40 years and this was by far one of the cleanest and well stocked. It’s on the quiet side (Pelican Point) and a great place to relax and disconnect from work (or connect if you need to as well!) we totally enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023