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Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach

Vacation home near Capitola Beach in Aptos

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4137 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Rio del Mar, CA
  • Place, Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Seacliff State Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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About the area

Aptos

Seaside stay .At this Rio del Mar vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of 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).
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What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Aptos History Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Capitola Beach - 6 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poki Bowl - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Whale City Bakery Bar And Grill Aptos - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Venus Cocktails & Kitchen - ‬3 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.

Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach

Time for you...Bali-by-the-Beach is the perfect seaside retreat! Short-term Rental Permit #201382. Home has every comfort and convenience, 2 Master bedrooms, each with its own full bath, Queen bed, and exotic furnishings.

Expansive windows in the Great Room, upstairs, reveal spectacular whitewater ocean views and a vast, luminous sky. Here you'll find lovely living and dining areas, a fully-equipped kitchen, and a half bath, plus a flat screen HD TV with DVR and cable (including HBO, Showtime), and easy access to a sun-drenched deck.

At the end of the day, when you've had your fill of stargazing, slip downstairs and let the waves serenade you to sleep. The ocean's lullaby can be heard from two spacious bedrooms, each one boasting a full bath, Queen bed and exotic furnishings.

And best of all...this serene, private getaway is only 50 yards from the longest beach (10 miles) in Santa Cruz County! Restaurants, shopping, deli, coffee are all within walking distance. Golf course, supermarket, Chinese, Thai, Italian, Sushi, Mexican and Indian restaurants, nail salons, and Pilates studios are all just 1 mile away.

So don't wait! Plan your retreat at Bali-by-the-Beach, now...
Come lie on the warm sand...
watch dolphins, sea lions, and otters frolic in the water...
write a story, paint a picture...stretch out...

Breathe.

People feel a deep peace here. You will too.
PS: Boogie board and wet suit in the garage

Keywords: Beautiful beach house, tranquil, lots of light, 1-minute walk to the beach, whitewater ocean views.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: There is an ashtray on the deck.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,470 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

NO PETS, NO PARTIES, NO KIDDING!

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is an ashtray on the deck.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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.

Property is also known as

Bali-by-the-beach Retreat--time You--at Rio Mar Beach House
Bali-by-the-beach Retreat--time You--at Rio Mar Beach
Bali by the beach Retreat time for You at Rio Del Mar Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.3 mi (11-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Rio Del Mar Beach and 3-minute walk from Seacliff State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach to downtown Aptos?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Aptos.

Bali-by-the-Beach Retreat--Time for You--at Rio Del Mar Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My first time renting a VRBO and Joan was quick to respond to questions and very helpful. Location and home was amazing … will recommend and return without question.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan S.

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

Great location !

Cool place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in this well-equipped and art-filled home. Bali is the theme and we appreciated all the art and collections. The house was immaculate and even featured live orchids and other tropical plants. A block from the beach with great views of the pacific was a big treat for us.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexandra P.

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

Great stay at the beach

We had a lovely time at your beach house. The house was in a great location and we loved the view from upstairs. Plenty of space in the house and everything that we needed. The beds could have been a little more comfortable, but other than that, everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great location. Close to beach and town. Short drive to boardwalk.Nice golf facility close by.

We'll stocked and organized . Has everything you'll need for a home away from home. Great views. Loved our visit to Rio del Mar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel H.

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

Beach trip

Great location, close to the beach, with beautiful views of the ocean. Perfect adult house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Little Get Away

It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very nice stay at this home. The decor is a little quirky, but it's a beautiful home, very clean, and the layout is great. The bedrooms are downstairs and each have their own bathroom. From upstairs, you can see the beach and across the bay to Santa Cruz. You can always find something to do - from shopping at the Farmer's Market, to horseback riding, to wine tasting (we went to David Bruce Winery), to walking on the shoreline and just "beaching it". A very cozy place to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

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

Great Location, Great View

The house was wonderful with a great view of the beach and easy walk to the beach side promenade. Enjoyed our brief stay very much, comfortable bedrooms and nice open layout upstairs. We would definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DeJuan S.

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

Retreat by the Sea

Well appointed home with great decor, comfortable beds, beautiful scenery, awesome stocked kitchen and great views of the sea. Easy checkin and out and great communication .
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shamik D.

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

Excellent stay

It was a very satisfying experience. Interactions with the host was very professional, everything was easy to find - keys and wi-fi were shared early. The location is fantastic with ocean view balcony with great sunset views.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

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

Great location steps to Rio Del Mar Beach

Just down the hill can enjoy a beautiful beach and a small market, Cafe Rio to open soon and pizza place. Beautiful views from the home. Clean and comfortable - a Bali experience in decor/art.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Shelly T.

Great location!

Cute little house within walking distance to the beach. Cafe Rio and the Pixie Deli have great food and (adult beverages) just a few steps from Bali by the Beach. Joan provided info on restaurants and activites available in the area and we hope to return and give some of those recommendations a try. Great place and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Janine

This beach house is everything it says it is and MORE! It's truly a very special place to stay and Joan is most gracious and respectful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra A.

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

Short beach getaway!

We enjoyed our 3 night stay at Rio Del Mar Beach. The house was great, clean, comfortable for 4 adults, equipped with everything you would need. And just a very short walk to the beach, with great ocean views from the deck. Had some beautiful sunsets. Had fun exploring the area: farmers market, Nisene Mark Park, Capitola, and many beach walks. We hope to return sometime soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

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

Relax

We were celebrating our 50th anniversary in Aptos because it was where we honeymooned. This wa s definite upgrade to the cabin we first stayed in. Easy walk to the beach, and restaurants. We spent our time just relaxing
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Fabulous weekend at Bali by the Beach

We enjoyed a three-night stay over July 4th weekend at this wonderful home a stone's throw from the beach in Rio Del Mar. We loved the Bali vibe and decor, welcome touches provided by Joan, comfy beds, and gorgeous views from the family room and deck! So great to look at the ocean all day and fireworks at night! We will definitely go back and recommend this home to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway in a beautiful location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M H.

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

Very comfortable

Beach is steps away, ocean view, everything you would want, fully stocked kitchen. Great communication with mgr. Table on balcony needs repair, umbrella also needs a better stand but still ok. Bar stools on the balcony would lift you up enough to enjoy the view from there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Beautiful getaway

We had a fabulous time! The location was great and beach despite being a holiday weekend wasn't too over crowded. I looked forward to walking to grab a coffee and strolling by the beach every morning. The house was comfortable and very well stocked with all the things we needed. Many rentals didn't include beach towels and this place had towels and more! Thanks for a great home away from home
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Beautiful home

Great property. Nicely decorated to feel like you are staying in a personal space. Nicely stocked cupboards. All items needed to cook. Balcony with sunset view. Comfortable linens and beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary M.

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

Amazing!

Joan was so thoughtful, my husband and I went to celebrate our 40th anniversary and she had a cake waiting for us. Whimsical, peaceful home that felt like being in a tree house as the top of the beautiful oak trees is the side view, front is the ocean. Easy walk to the beach, and much quieter and peaceful than staying on the beach. Restful, great location, we will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay in Bali at the Beach

We enjoyed our stay at Joan's beach house sooooooo much. The weather was beautiful, the beach was empty and the house was cute and comfy. Joan was extremely welcoming and made us feel right at home. Would recommend her place to all. The rental experience was easy, Joan was most accomodating and being in Aptos was just the right "taking-it-easy cure." Thanks so much for the hospitality and we look forward to using your place again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siri N.

beautiful space, and terrific location!

Property was well maintained and well appointed. Joan is a wonderful hostess and made us feel right at home. Kitchen had everything we needed. Loved the added goodies for the beach in the garage. The views are spectacular. I would highly recommend and would definitely go back again. Thank you for a relaxing vacation - it was just what I needed!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEBRA W.

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

Rio Del Mar

The property was very nice and Joan was very hospitable. The place was very close to the beach. The only drawback was that the property was located on a very steep hill. There's a nice restaurant and store at the bottom of the hill which is convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Perfect getaway

Thank you Joan for sharing your lovely home. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Bali by the beach is a home with everything you could possibly need. The views and short walk to the beach can not be beat! We will definitely be back. Thank you also for the yummy birthday cake you left for my husband. See you soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018