Neighborhood & Schools

Nestled in one of Vacaville’s convenient residential pockets, the Beelard Drive neighborhood offers a warm, community-oriented feel with mature landscaping and wide streets perfect for evening walks or bike rides.

Families appreciate the easy access to nearby Eugene Padan Elementary School, Vaca Peña Middle School, and Will C. Wood High School—all within a few minutes’ drive. Just blocks away, Patwin Park and North Orchard Park provide green open spaces, playgrounds, and walking trails.

Daily conveniences like Safeway, Target, and Vacaville Commons Shopping Center are only minutes away, while neighborhood favorites like Pure Grain Café and BackDoor Bistro add local charm.

This neighborhood strikes a perfect balance between peaceful suburban living and close proximity to essential amenities.

Location

Positioned just south of Vacaville’s city center, 396 Beelard Drive offers quick connections to major highways and neighboring destinations:

• I-80 Access: 5 minutes

• Nut Tree Plaza Shopping & Dining: 7 minutes

• Downtown Vacaville: 10 minutes

• Travis Air Force Base: 20 minutes

• Fairfield: 15 minutes

• Davis: 25 minutes

• Napa Valley: 35 minutes

• Sacramento: 40 minutes

• San Francisco: 55–60 minutes

Weekend adventures are within reach — from wine tasting in Napa to hiking the Lagoon Valley trails or spending the day in nearby Suisun Valley’s vineyards.

Whether commuting to work or exploring Northern California’s best, this central location delivers unbeatable convenience.

City Profile: Living in Vacaville

Welcome to Vacaville, where small-town warmth meets vibrant suburban living. Tucked between San Francisco and Sacramento along the I-80 corridor, Vacaville offers the perfect blend of community charm, outdoor recreation, and modern amenities.

The city is home to the popular Nut Tree Plaza, a destination for shopping, dining, and family entertainment, as well as Downtown Vacaville, known for its boutique shops, local restaurants, and year-round community events like the Fiesta Days Parade, Vacaville Farmers Market, and CreekWalk Summer Concert Series.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty to love — from Lagoon Valley Park with miles of hiking and biking trails to Andrews Park and Centennial Park, perfect for picnics and sports. Families enjoy top-rated schools and a welcoming atmosphere, while commuters appreciate easy access to major job centers in Sacramento, Davis, and the Bay Area.

For dining, explore local favorites like Fuso Italian Restaurant, BackDoor Bistro, and Los Reyes Mexican Restaurant, or relax with a craft beer at Heretic Brewing Company.

Vacaville’s combination of affordability, location, and lifestyle make it one of Solano County’s most desirable places to call home. Whether you’re looking for family roots, a peaceful retirement, or a commuter-friendly base, Vacaville continues to be one of Northern California’s hidden gems.