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Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river
Family-friendly stay near Capitola Beach
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Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Dryer
- Washer
- Pet-friendly
- Fireplace
- Barbecue grill
Explore the area

Aptos, CA
- Rio Del Mar BeachPlace, Rio Del Mar Beach2 min walk
- Seacliff State BeachPlace, Seacliff State Beach2 min walk
- Capitola BeachPlace, Capitola Beach5 min drive
- San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)46 min drive
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About the area
Aptos
Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of this Aptos vacation home, you'll find Rio Del Mar Beach and Seacliff State Beach. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park and Aptos History Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
- Rio Del Mar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Seacliff State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Seascape Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
- Capitola Beach - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
- Capitola Wharf - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
Getting around
- San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
- Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 17 min walk
- Marianne's Ice Cream - 16 min walk
- Sushi Garden - Aptos - 16 min walk
- Venus Pie Trap - 2 min walk
- Whale City Bakery Bar And Grill Aptos - 15 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river
The Coast Queen is a wonderful house for a pleasant getaway to the coast for the weekend. It's a perfect place for a family, a couple or even two couples. It's a short two minute walk to the beach (and coffee shop, deli, corner market, and restaurants) providing a great anchor for days at the beach, yet it's only a few miles from Santa Cruz to enjoy the wonderful food, and activities in Santa Cruz.
Rio Del Mar is one of the last of the quaint, small village areas on the central coast. You can walk about a mile north from here, and seemingly endless miles south. We are close to the cement ship as well.
The house has been recently remodeled, with new floors and appliances in a full-stocked, fully functional kitchen. The deck upstairs is a wonderful place to hang out on sunny and shady days, along with an outdoor grill and comfortable seating.
There are flat screen televisions both upstairs and downstairs, along with cable and free Netflix. We also have high speed internet.
We have a car port for two cars off street parking.
We are a legally permitted vacation rental in Santa Cruz County.
We also have - special for kids - a Harry Potter closet! It is equipped with a super comfy mattress-type thing, and pillows. (We are still waiting for an owl to find us.) Kids have been known to read books there for hours, sleep there, and play spooky games there too. (There is good light in there, for those who want it.)
We are dog friendly BUT WE HAVE A PET POLICY. If you are interested in bringing a dog you MUST tell us at the time of booking. We will share our pet policy and you must agree to it. If you do not tell us you are bringing a dog (and agree to our pet policy), we will charge an extra $200 cleaning fee.
We have a general maximum of four adults. If you plan on having more than 4 adults, you need to check with us. We charge an extra fee of $20 per night for extra adults.
Rio Del Mar is one of the last of the quaint, small village areas on the central coast. You can walk about a mile north from here, and seemingly endless miles south. We are close to the cement ship as well.
The house has been recently remodeled, with new floors and appliances in a full-stocked, fully functional kitchen. The deck upstairs is a wonderful place to hang out on sunny and shady days, along with an outdoor grill and comfortable seating.
There are flat screen televisions both upstairs and downstairs, along with cable and free Netflix. We also have high speed internet.
We have a car port for two cars off street parking.
We are a legally permitted vacation rental in Santa Cruz County.
We also have - special for kids - a Harry Potter closet! It is equipped with a super comfy mattress-type thing, and pillows. (We are still waiting for an owl to find us.) Kids have been known to read books there for hours, sleep there, and play spooky games there too. (There is good light in there, for those who want it.)
We are dog friendly BUT WE HAVE A PET POLICY. If you are interested in bringing a dog you MUST tell us at the time of booking. We will share our pet policy and you must agree to it. If you do not tell us you are bringing a dog (and agree to our pet policy), we will charge an extra $200 cleaning fee.
We have a general maximum of four adults. If you plan on having more than 4 adults, you need to check with us. We charge an extra fee of $20 per night for extra adults.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car required
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Area rugs in public areas
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Smoking not allowed
- Note from host: We do not allow smoking on the property.
Location highlights
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Winery tours 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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Double-glazed windows
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Local artist showcase
- Local culture and ecosystem education
- Recycling
- Unit size: 1,000 square feet
- Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 PM
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Make sure the heater is off!
Send me a message letting me know you’re leaving.
Thanks!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Please be aware of water use: we are in a drought.
Do not overload the washing machine, as it will stop working!
Lock all windows when leaving.
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Restrictions apply
- For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Note from host: Please contact us for details.
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
We do not allow smoking on the property.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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.
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
We should mention
- To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
500 Feet Ocean 500 Feet River House Aptos
500 Feet Ocean 500 Feet River Aptos
500 Feet Ocean 500 Feet River
House
500 Feet From the Ocean 500 Feet From the River
500 Feet From the Ocean, 500 Feet From the River Aptos