Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand

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A street lined with multi-story buildings, some with balconies and outdoor seating.
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Open-concept kitchen and living area with plenty of light—perfect for family meals, couples’ wine nights, or business travelers who need space to cook, dine, and unwind.
A modern interior with a kitchen area, a dining space, and a staircase leading to another level.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and a canopy.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Monterey Bay

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Aptos, CA
  • Place, Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Seacliff State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

Living Room 3

1 Double Murphy Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Aptos

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Rio del Mar, a neighbourhood in Aptos. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
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Map
Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Monterey Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Aptos History Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Bakery Café & Gifts - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Venus Cocktails & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos Aptos - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand on 5 November 2026 start from NZ$639, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand located?

Located in Rio del Mar, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Seacliff State Beach and Monterey Bay. Rio Del Mar Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Thank you for your great review, Lynn. You are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute well appointed comfortable beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice accommodations for my hubs and me. Second time we have stayed here and our pup, Mia,loves coming here too! Great backyard deck to relax on!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2026
Thank you for visiting again and your 5 star review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with all sorts of details that created a wonderful stay. All was efficient and easy to use and correspondence was kind and helpful. Lovely in many senses!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2026
Thank you John for your wonderful review! It’s much appreciated. Please visit again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Location

Very nice beach house that’s close to everything in Rio Del Mar.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy, close to beach

The bungalow was clean and comfortable, and just a quick walk to the beach. Time at the beach, followed by a soak in the hot tub made this a perfect visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely beach get away

Our second time visiting. The property is cozy and quiet, just a few minutes walk to the beach. A relaxing weekend trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2024
Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We will come again soon. We are from Georgia and the people were so friendly.

The paperwork very friendly and the beaches were clean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2023
Thank you for your review, Kelli! Please visit again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place in Aptos. Very well appointed and cared for. Thank you for letting us share!Pat, Kelly ,and Mia
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2025
Thank you for your review. Please visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Stay ...

Liz was very on the ball, and the rental was clean and quite well stocked with everything we need. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2024
Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage

We loved this little cottage so much. So clean, well taken care of, and a great location. Thanks for hosting us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2024
Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Nice place right up the street from the beach. We had a great time! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2023
Thank you for your review Patrice. It's greatly appreciated. Please visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

This place was awesome. Very clean and well equipped with everything you need. Check in was super easy. Quiet little spot close to the ocean. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2024
Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The space was very pet and kid friendly. We enjoyed the hot tub and all the kitchen amenities that were provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Perfect spot for a weekend getaway. Great location !! Quiet and tranquil neighborhood. I would love to recommend this place to anyone that is heading to Santa Cruz area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 December 2023
Thank you for the 5 star review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun in the Sun

Fantastic vacation at the beach with our grand daughter.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2023
Thanks for your review! It's very much appreciated. Please visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic getaway

This bungalow was exactly as advertised and more. We had a great time, home was comfy, hot tub was hot, beach was close, and it was close to some great restaurants and hikes. 10/10 look forward to coming back and staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2024
Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing getaway by the beach

Lovely property. Very quite and cozy, short walk to the beach. Had all the amenities you could want, great location. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2024
Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Property was clean, inviting, and comfortable! Thank you for a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 December 2023
Thank you for your 5 star review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Bungalow Secret

Weekend stay at a perfectly outfitted bungalow. Quick walk to the beach with provided chairs and umbrella, easy lunch at Pixie, delightful dinner at Persephone, quiet night's rest, private hot tub soaks, easy parking. Really a great location and lovely warm lodging. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2024
Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was nice and clean. Perfect for two people. The hot tub was clean and we loved the gas fireplace for the cool evenings. There is ongoing construction on the street in front of the unit but parking is available in the drive. This unit is close to the beach and easily accessible. The host, Liz, was quick to answer questions. Cute little beach house.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 January 2026
Thank you for your review, Tonya! It’s very much appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we needed

We celebrated or anniversary at this amazing property. Just perfect. Liz was an amazing host, and we look forward to many more stays at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2023
Thank you for your review, Nichole! It's greatly appreciated. Please visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Escape

Lovely little bungalow! Felt spacious and light. We loved the backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2023
Thank you for your review, Liberty! It's very much appreciated. Please visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice couple of days in Aptos

Everything was great in the place. One minor suggestion would be to change the location of the sofas since it's easier to see the tv if the big sofa is facing it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable beach living

Have stayed here previously, and this time did not disappoint! Quiet, relaxing home with all amenities. Easy quick walk to beach and short drive to Nisene park to walk among the redwoods. Host is always very prompt to answer questions. Will definitely return!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 December 2023
Thanks for visiting again and the 5 star review, Denise! Come visit again!
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