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Charming single-story home steps from the beach.

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A pink building with a wooden door, two large red planters, and a small bench.
A parking lot with several cars, including a red and a black Audi, and a building with large windows and outdoor plants.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a mirror.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a marble countertop, a skylight, and a window with blinds.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a refrigerator, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Monterey Bay

Popular amenities

  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Aptos

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Rio del Mar, a neighbourhood in Aptos. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, 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.
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Map
Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monterey Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Aptos History Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Venus Cocktails & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos Aptos - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafé - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming single-story home steps from the beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Charming single-story home steps from the beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming single-story home steps from the beach.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming single-story home steps from the beach.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming single-story home steps from the beach. located?

Located in Rio del Mar, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Rio Del Mar Beach and Monterey Bay. Seacliff State Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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. 51 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place steps from the beach. Has everything you need for a relaxing beach stay with access to lots of great nearby places for fun in the sun.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
So clean and newly remodeled high end everything five minute walk to the beach Jose was so easy to talk to they had all the extras incredible can’t wait to stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay for all our family for a wedding near by. Great so close to the beach and such a lovely home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2026
Thank you so much, Lisa! It was a pleasure hosting you and your family. I’m so glad you enjoyed the home and the convenient location near the beach, and I hope you all had a wonderful time at the wedding. We would be happy to welcome you and your family back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful home with a great host. The location to the beach was fantastic. Perfect little beach house for my family. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. Great location. Peaceful atmosphere.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for our romantic getaway! The location couldn't be beat. We walked 3 miles along the coast from Rio del Mar Beach through Seacliff Beach and New Brighton Beach and back, a beautiful 6-mile round trip right along the water.The home itself sleeps 5 comfortably and is thoughtfully set up for a relaxing stay. We loved the beach themed decor, and the reclining chairs on the sofa were so comfortable, perfect for our movie night! The king sized bed was comfortable too. We BBQ'd one afternoon on the outdoor electric grill, and the outdoor dining setup made for a perfect evening. It's clear the hosts thought of everything, and the home was spotless throughout. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so happy you enjoyed your romantic getaway and had a chance to explore the beautiful coastline. It’s great to hear that you found the home comfortable, clean, and relaxing. We truly appreciate you staying with us and would love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aptos house was overall good! The house is as described, clean and host response was right away!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful beach bungalow tucked up quiet side street beyond Pixi Deli. Single story with wonderful large back patio. Owners have provided everything you need and extras like beach chairs, umbrellas, sand toys and cart to wheel it a short distance to beach!! Beds comfortable, updated appliances, kitchen stocked! Ceiling fans and air conditioning perfect for warmer days . Cozy family get away. Portable crib and high chair for baby. Will stay again for sure !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay; walking distance to beach, place was clean and comfortable, and pet friendly! We enjoyed our time here and the host was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect, cozy cottage. About a block from the beach, fully equipped kitchen, beach gear, and furnishings. Very responsive host (2 very minor questions). Loved the quiet and vibes of Aptos and Rio Del Mar…wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The house is super cute. Some of the utensils like teaspoons and spatulas was limited or no there. We would definitely like to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Conveniently located Beach House

Great stay, cute little beach house conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Everything was great! I loved how close it was to the beach, only 4 minute walk. The owner was very communicative, helpful and so nice!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy getaway in Aptos

Close to the beach, well-equipped with everything you need, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location. Host was kind and responsive! Highly recommend and hopefully will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven

Great location and relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reliable, well stocked kitchen with real knives and pans, perfectly comfortable and great amenities within walking distance. Host is responsible, communicative and dependable, which I find great value in.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!

Awesome location, can walk to the beach.Great host and communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2025
Hi Jeff, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a great review! I really appreciate it, and I’m glad you enjoyed your stay. Wishing you all the best, and you’re always welcome back anytime! Best regards, Hossein
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place is highly recommended! My family had a great time. It’s so close to the beach and there’s a deli nearby, their breakfast burrito is really good! The washlet toilet seats in both bathrooms are amazing, especially when using it at night, the seats are warm :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! 2 Bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms! Nicely stocked kitchen and private outdoor patio area. Loved being able to walk to the beach and local stores and restaurants. Off street parking.
Cute beach house walking distance to store and restaurants and beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute beach home

Cute, cozy, clean, lots of little extras; we loved the bidets and heated toilet seat, multi-color bathroom lighting, electronic fireplace, cozy sofa with power recliners; can walk to/from great beach and 3 eateries.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, great stay

This place is in the perfect spot - right near beautiful beaches and a fun beach town. The house is nice and clean and loaded with goodies. The owner/manager communicated well. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach house

The house was clean and nicely furnished; short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Aptos comfy cottage

The property is adorable! Close to the beach and cozy. We had a very relaxing couple of days with nice walks on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls Getaway

The location to the beach was great. The house was perfect for 3 of us. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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