Overlooking the beach, this 2-bedroom condo accommodates 6 guests. It features a balcony, deck, and patio for outdoor enjoyment. Engage in kayaking, fishing, and game walks nearby. Enjoy views of the beach and access to a tennis court and golf course. Nearby attractions include Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve.
Highlights
Top rated beach location
Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Patio
Outdoor barbecue
Washing machine
Toys
Onsite parking available
Refrigerator
Explore the area
Watsonville, CA
Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve
Place, Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve
1 min walk
Zmudowski State Beach
Place, Zmudowski State Beach
1 min walk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
36 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
50 min drive
Where you'll sleep
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room Pull Out Couch
1 Queen Bed
Masterbed
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Ensuite
Toilet
Main Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
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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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Watsonville
Located in Watsonville, this condo is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Watsonville Center for the Arts and Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Watsonville, CA
What's nearby
Palm Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Zmudowski State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 36 min drive - 37.5 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium - 54 min drive - 60.8 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
Starbucks - 11 min drive
Panda Express - 10 min drive
Starbucks - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Carefree Days at The Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Carefree Days at The Beach ?
As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carefree Days at The Beach on 16 Mar 2027 start from AU$1,941, 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.
How much is parking at Carefree Days at The Beach ?
On-site parking is available at the 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 ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Carefree Days at The Beach located?
Situated near the beach, this condo building is steps away from Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve and Monterey Bay. Zmudowski State Beach and Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
My elderly parents loved the place. Easy access. The place was clean and so well kept. Lovely spot to see the ocean from a distance, see so many species of birds! They just loved sitting on the balcony. The host was polite, professional, and responded quickly. Thank you so much for the wine
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
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec 2022
Dear Guest, it’s so nice to hear you had a great Thanksgiving at our place. Come visit again.
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.
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.
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
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Thank you Bryon, Mother Nature is on full display at Pajaro Dunes. Glad you enjoyed your stay!
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.
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,!
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.
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!
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.
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
About the host
Hosted by Paul O'Neill, family member
I'm Paul O'Neill, son-in-law of the owner Barbara Black. Barbara bought the beach property in '72 and my wife and her siblings spent their teenage summers at Pajaro. I now run the unit for our family after extensively remodeling the unit in the fall of 2012.
Why they chose this property
Living in San Francisco, we cannot get down to use the unit as frequently as we would like. But when we do manage to get away to the beach, its hard for us to leave. Our 10 year old son just loves it there, stopping to stop to chat with the beach fisherman to see what they have caught that day. So we hope you will enjoy the beach experience as we do.
What makes this property unique
Clean fresh air !
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests