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Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer

Vacation home near Capitola Beach in Aptos

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Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Exterior
Beach nearby, sun loungers

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Aptos, CA
  • Place, Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Seacliff State Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Seascape Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the area

Aptos

Heart of Aptos.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 - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Aptos History Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Seascape Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poki Bowl - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Whale City Bakery Bar And Grill Aptos - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafé - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬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.

Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer

Great Place to Stay!
This is a comfortable, dual-level, family town home situated 1 block from the beach at Rio Del Mar … just far enough to feel peacefully apart from the crowds, but an easy amble to the beach. This popular beach runs south of Santa Cruz and boasts miles of sand and a variety of restaurants. There is also a shopping center with a major grocery store; sundries and hardware store and other shops and restaurants nearby. A 2 minute walk takes you to the Seacliff State Park and Beach with BBQ and picnic areas, fishing pier and walking path.

This furnished vacation home has vaulted ceilings; tile and carpeted floors; large, open floor plan; and its own private deck. The secluded deck is a wonderful spot to relax and listen to the ocean. The kitchen has a bar counter with bar stools and a separate family style dining table and tiled counter tops.

Linens are included at no extra charge. Stove, dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, toaster and blender are all there to make you feel at home during your stay (plates, silverware and cookware provided).

2 Bedrooms, 1 bath. Accommodates up to 4 adults and 2 children.

Parking available off-street. Extremely CLEAN, has patio furniture; and a BBQ.

Santa Cruz County Permit 251189
TOT Certificate #VR00023

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

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
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking inside, on patios or decks

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Guests to return signed agreement and have phone conversation with owner within 48 hours of booking
Pet information to be provided to property owner for approval and pet addendum.
Illegal behaviour including ANY fireworks are prohibited

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • 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: Limited to one small dog. $75 pet fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Must be over toddler age with stairs to consider

Events

No events allowed
Only registered guests to be at property

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside, on patios or decks

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
Note from host: Only registered guests to be at property
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.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Only registered guests to be at property 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

Beachside Quick Walk Beach Pet Friendly Wifi Washer Dryer House
Beachside Aptos Quick Walk Beach Pet Friendly Wifi Washer Dryer
Beachside Quick Walk Beach Pet Friendly Wifi Washer Dryer
Beachside Quick Walk Beach Pet Friendly Wifi Washer Dryer House
Beachside Aptos Quick Walk Beach Pet Friendly Wifi Washer Dryer
Beachside Quick Walk Beach Pet Friendly Wifi Washer Dryer House
Beachside Aptos Quick Walk Beach Pet Friendly Wifi Washer Dryer
Beachside Quick Walk Beach Pet Friendly Wifi Washer Dryer

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.6 mi (17-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 3-minute walk from Rio Del Mar Beach and 4-minute walk from Seacliff State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer to downtown Aptos?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Aptos.

Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 241 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful rental very close to the beach. We very much enjoyed this second stay and hope to rent it again sometime.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Charlene R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beds comfy, beach lovely, quiet, clean
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marines

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time! Property was better than described and was very close to beach and places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach rental

This rental is really close to the beach, a deli, a coffee shop and market. The rental was comfortable and had everything we needed. They also allowed pets which is a must for us. Great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Top Notch

High level coffee maker and all the appliances you would like for a vacation stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect seaside retreat for our family of 4

The home fit our needs perfectly. We spent our days at the beach, hiking in the State Park, and our evenings at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and visiting friends. The house was well outfitted, including the kitchen. We look forward to visiting again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, charming, well stocked kitchen, many bathroom towels, great location.We would certainly try to get same cottage on our next visit. A real winner!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy G.

Great location

The location of this home is right behind the main street and beach. Easy walking to restaurants, the ocean, and walking paths. The home is comfortable, but with a little more TLC I believe this could be an adorable and more comfortable place to stay. (Nicer sheets and pillows, bedding decore, and more comfortable seating in the living area). We had an issue with getting into the residence, however, the owner worked with us to get access and offered to have it fixed. There were a couple minor issues we had to deal with that will hopefully be taken care of for future stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beachy location in aptos!

Wonderful location that is walkable to a dog friendly beach. Place had everything we needed. One day there was a trail of ants that came in the house in the setting if a rainy day. Otherwise, no problems and thoughtful host with great communication. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot

Got out of the not cal heat for the weekend. Nice spot, 2 min walk to the beach. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Beach Vacation

My son and I stay here every time we come to the beach for vacation. The house is clean, comfortable and well stocked with everything you need. The location is perfect. Just steps from Rio del Mar beach, and a quick walk to Sea Cliff State Beach. A quick drive to Santa Cruz too. All the restaurants nearby are wonderful. Pixie Deli has great breakfast and lunch and Venus Pie Trap has the best croissants! I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great summer beach stay

Our family of adults and teens had a great time at the nearby beaches and Santa Cruz boardwalk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Warm and Welcoming

Outstanding experience from start to finish. The place was perfectly maintained, comfortable for hanging out, and terrific for launching out to the various, beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Get Away

We enjoyed our visit at this rental, it had all the comforts from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Place

This is our 3rd time staying at the house. It is perfect for our needs and the location is great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

We wanted to see Woodies on the Wharf and just have a nice weekend and this property provided that at 150%! Clean, just as advertised, so close to the beach and so many nice touches that made the day complete. Highly, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family getaway

The location of the property is perfect for a beach trip. Interior is clean, patio is a nice spot to rest, and good food close by.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beachside Aptos

My third visit to this very comfortable, immaculate, and well-organized condo. Very quiet neighborhood with an easy one block walk to the beach Host is excellent - polite and professional and responsive Highly recommend this place !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H., Concord, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Very happy with our stay. House was clean, lots of towels, hot water, well stocked kitchen. Lots of thoughtful comfort stuff. Dogs loved walking on the beach 1 block away. Owner is very responsive and helpful if needed. Nice to sit on the balcony off the master bedroom in the sun and read. 3 restaurants and store right handy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beachside Aptos

Very comfortable, immaculate, and well-organized accommodation. Easy one minute walk to beach. Communication with host was easy, prompt, and professional. Hope to return here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beachside Aptos review

Exceptionally clean, tidy, and comfortable condo. It was easy to relax in this well stocked, organized unit, as host has planned well for guests enjoying either a short or an extended stay. Located in a super quiet neighborhood, this unit is a very short (2 min) easy walk to the beach. With windows open at night, guests can hear the gentle sound of ocean waves upon the beach. All communication with host was excellent. Would definitely recommend this unit and hope to plan a return visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway

Beautiful, clean property. Easy check in and check out process. House had everything we needed. Very close to the beach and we enjoyed a day trip to Monterey.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Vacation

I have been staying here for my beach vacation every summer with my son. We love the location, just a quick walk to Rio Del Mar Beach. Walk a little further to Sea Cliff State Beach. Great places to eat near by. Pixie Deli and Venus Restaurant and Bakery. A short drive to Santa Cruz Beach Board Walk. The cottage is very comfortable, clean and well stocked with everything you need. I always look forward to this home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot at Rio sel Mar

We had a wonderful stay. House was clean and well stocked. Great location. Comfy beds (which is one of the main reasons we returned!) Easy access and check-in. Friendly neighborhood. Professional and responsive host! We’ll be back. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023