Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach - Aptos

9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Aptos, CA

Cabrillo College15 min walk
Rio Del Mar Beach8 min drive
Capitola Beach9 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)85 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Dining Area

About this property

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Come and enjoy the charm that Spruce Cottage brings to the quaint town of Aptos. We are a short 10 min walk to Seacliff State Beach through a secret pathway. Enjoy an uninterrupted stroll towards Rio Del Mar or New Brighton State Beach. View the landmark S. S. Palo Alto cement ship, picnic on the beach or dip in the ocean. The well-landscaped backyard is a perfect place to bbq and relax. This is Gray Whale whale season. On most days can see them traveling with their calves from the shore.

The house is well equipped with everything that you will need to have a comfortable home away from home. Sleep well on either one of the king-sized Tuft and Needle adaptive foam mattresses. In the living room, you will find a Roku 4K UHD TV so you can catch up on all your favorite Netflix or Amazon shows. There are many apps to choose from for your viewing pleasure. The kitchen is fully loaded with cooking supplies so you can enjoy making a delicious home-cooked meal. Please note that there isn't a dishwasher in the house. It is listed in our amenities section and we cannot remove it.

The Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary beckons with sea life and adventures. You can join a whale watching cruise, rent a stand-up-paddle board or kayak, or take a surfing class…..all nearby.

Trails for hiking and mountain biking surround the area, including Nisene Marks State Park.

Stroll through nearby Aptos village to enjoy dining and shopping a short drive away. Enjoy wonderful dining experiences at nearby restaurants such as Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant, and Cafe Sparrow in downtown Aptos. Treat yourself to dessert at Marianne’s Ice Cream! You can visit local wineries, and enjoy a scenic drive down the coast. Monterey’s Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium are 36 miles away, and Carmel is 39 miles. Take a trip through the 17-mile drive, then head back to the cottage for a backyard BBQ.

Whether you want to explore and adventure, dine and shop, or simply relax in a quiet beach-town getaway, Spruce Cottage offers the ideal site from which to enjoy it.

Seacliff is a relaxing beach community. Our house is at the end of a cul-de-sac.

Property manager

Janiece Rodriguez

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Our house is shoeless

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Aptos

This holiday home is located in Aptos. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting.

Aptos, CA

What's nearby

Cabrillo College - 15 min walk
Seacliff State Beach - 15 min walk
New Brighton State Beach - 4 min drive
Rio Del Mar Beach - 8 min drive
Capitola Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

San Martin Caltrain Station - 46 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
‪The Hideout - ‬4 min drive
‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬13 min walk
‪Parish Publick House - ‬3 min drive
‪Venus Pie Trap - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach located?

Situated in Aptos, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cabrillo College, Seacliff State Beach and Aptos History Museum. Rio Del Mar Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Julie J., Cedar Park, Texas

30 July 2023

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

Relaxing Beach Cottage

Spruce Beach Cottage is tucked away on a quiet little street, is very welcoming, and comfortable. While it is not on the beach it is wonderful how close and accessible Seacliff Beach is from the cottage. We really appreciated the beach chairs that were provided for use as well as beach towels should you need them. The cottage is well stocked with kitchen appliances/utensils and you basic needs for coffee, tea, and spices. The bathroom has all you need also. The beds are comfortable. Roku TV and wifi kept the teens happy when we were not out and about. There was easy access to everything from the cottage. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LINDA S.

11 July 2023

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

Family Home Base

The cottage was perfect for our needs. Very comfortable and the location was great. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy K.

15 August 2022

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

Quiet and relaxing

This place was in the perfect location. It was close to all of our necessities and some great places to eat. Only an 20 min to Santa Cruz and less than an hour from Monterey. Beautiful neighborhood and quiet!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan G.

30 May 2022

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

Perfect little beach cottage

Perfect little place for 4 or 5 people. Short walk to the beach, very close walk/drive to downtown area. Lots of tourist activities within 30 min drive. The cottage was very clean and in a quiet neighborhood. Neighbors were very friendly. Small fenced in backyard but perfect for a little hang out.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022