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Carefree Days at The Beach

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Winter Sunset
Wintertime beach
Pajaro River breach to the Ocean
Pelican at the slough
Monterey Bay

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 697.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Palm Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sunset State Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

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 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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry, no pets
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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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

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. Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds and Hamlin Antiques are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Watsonville, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sunset State Beach - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
  • La Selva Beach - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute - 19 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Monterey Bay - 31 min drive - 37.9 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 Restaur - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪D'la Colmena - ‬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 ?

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 Palm Beach, Zmudowski State Beach and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve. Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristen T.

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

Always a lovely time at pajaro

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 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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Great time

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 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C., LINCOLN, USA

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Z.

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

lovely week at the beach

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 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard R., Saratoga, CA

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Great stay as usual

We love the comfort and amenities at the property. We always come back to stay here whenever we can. The property has everything we need and is clean. I would recommend to anyone but I also want to keep it for ourselves. Thank you Paul.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Dale A.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Nice

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 Excellent

Wendy S.

Beautiful ,relaxing and comfortable

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 Excellent

Karen W., Elk Grove

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

Pelican #64 is Awesome!

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

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Super comfy and functional

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

About the host

Hosted by Paul O'Neill, family member

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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