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Charming Beach Front Home on the Island

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A room with a bed, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of the beach.
A coastal hotel with multiple balconies, a pool, and a view of the beach.
A compact kitchen with a gas stove, microwave, and a small dining area with a blue sofa.
Room
A room with a view of the beach, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, a lamp, and a television.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Rio Del Mar Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Common Spaces

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Charming Beach Front Home on the Island

Welcome to the perfect family vacation destination! Our charming 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom house is RIGHT on the beach. No walking across the street or driving to get to the beach. We are the only house on the `Island` strip with a gated deck. It`s the perfect house for a memorable vacation, family reunion, or just an oceanic escape. This 1930`s Greek styled home offers 4 spacious bedrooms that all have views of the ocean, a cozy fireplace to keep you warm, a washer/dryer, 2 TV’s and free WIFI.

Unharmed by the recent storms! Stairs to the beach are open!

*I recommend purchasing travelers insurance due to potential shutdowns *

Details to note:
Parking is first come first serve along the street in front of the home. We have strong wifi. Master bedroom and bathroom are on the first floor.

We want you to know that we`re doing our part to help our guests stay safe during this time. Here are some ways we are helping:
-Cleaners wear gloves and masks
-Cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces before you check in
-All sheets, towels, and pillow cases are washed and bleached between guests
-Duvet covers of all comforters are washed between guests
-Disinfectant cleaning supplies and wipes are provided

House Rules: This is not a party house. Quiet hours start at 10pm. It`s very important to stay off the public walkway and neighbors patio.
Quiet hours between 10pm to 8am
No beach fires or fireworks

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours between 10pm to 8am No beach fires or fireworks

Important information

You need to know

Property # 398852vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Aptos

Located in Rio del Mar, a neighbourhood in Aptos, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Aptos History Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Capitola Beach - 7 min drive - 6.8 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
  • ‪Venus Cocktails & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos Aptos - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Beach Front Home on the Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Beach Front Home on the Island?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Beach Front Home on the Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Beach Front Home on the Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Beach Front Home on the Island located?

This family-friendly Aptos holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from 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

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 124 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Perfect stay

The property was exactly as advertised. We are so happy we stayed there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Just as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea S.

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

Amazing trip

Our family had such an amazing family get away. The house and view was amazing. We are hoping to plan another trip in the future here :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you, Chelsea! So glad you enjoyed your week, Jaleh
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Beachfront bliss!

We had such a great time at this house directly on the beach at Rio Del Mar! I would highly recommend, the patio and sunsets were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Great house

Love the house on the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Family week at the beach.

The location is perfect! The house is charming and well equipped. This is our fifth stay at this property and we’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you Nancy! We look forward to having you again next summer! Jaleh
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Fantastic view

Best location ever. Right on the beach. Will definitely stay here again everyone enjoyed the sights and sounds of the ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you! Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. We would love to have you back anytime, Jaleh
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Great owners, perfect house on the beach. We h

Hate to leave, its that nice here! Would definitely recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you Susan! We would love to have you back any time :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Perfect View

Enjoyed our Thanksgiving break with daughter and family in a perfect location. The views of dolphins swimming by every day and beach access for the grands to play in the sand and frolicking in the water was excellent! House was cozy and clean and met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Girls Trip 2023

We had such a lovely time at this incredible beach house! The location is choice and we had all the amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

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

Culver Family Vaca

The big plus was the raised and private deck especially now that the walkway has pedestrian public access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2021
Glad to hear it!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lia K.

The property and the VIEW is amazing! Super for families!

We really enjoyed the location and the home itself. We will definitely be back! Owner is super responsive and very accommodating. Great experience overall. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure having you. Can't wait until next time!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

barbara k.

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

family vacay

perfect for our family. loved being on the beach, walking distance to stores/cafes on the esplanade. fortunately, great weather. might have been too cozy if we would have all have had to stay inside
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne M.

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

Exactly as I wanted

This property was clean, quiet, large and spectacularly located. I would rent again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

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

Great spot for our group of family and friends

We loved our stay here! The location is terrific. It was wonderful to be able to look out on the ocean every morning and walk right out to the beach without having to cross the busy road. The deck is really great — the little ones could play outdoors but still be safely inside the gate. Communication was clear and easy, and our group found the place to be very comfortable. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you! Yes, the deck is great for kids :) Jaleh
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

geniveve r.

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

Fun Beach Property

Super fun, cozy place right on the beach in sunny Aptos. Comfortable beds, a very well stocked kitchen and STUNNING views from almost every part of the unit. One thing to be aware of is you do have very close neighbors on both sides and constant foot traffic basically right alongside the porch and one of the bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally L.

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

An Absolutely Ideal Family Reunion Spot!!

We were a family group ranging in age from under two up to 81 and we ALL had a wonderful time here!! Being able to enjoy the sea views -- whales, dolphin, seals/sea lions and thousands of birds!! what an exciting time!! -- from inside, from the lovely porch and, of course, from the sand just outside the door!! We certainly hope to be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jerry F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Nice house on the beach, NO parking!

Great access to the beach, nice upper and lower decks for viewing the beach and ocean, and well supplied and stocked house. If you like your neighbors very close and people walking close by your windows, you will love this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2022
I’m happy to hear you enjoyed the home and location! Unfortunately, the people walking by on the sidewalk is outside of our control.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa N.

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

Yaya’s 60th Birthday!

We truly enjoyed the location - right on the beach. The pictures look like the place is just a bit bigger - we had 8 adults and 3 littles - and wish we had a bigger living area and kitchen. The rooms were perfect. And I would imagine during the summer you’re outside most of the time. We loved that we could step out the door and be within feet of the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cheryl H.

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

Family vacation

Great time dishwasher didn’t work
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
I’m glad you had a great time! This is the first I’m hearing about the dishwasher. If you told me about the dishwasher while you were there, I would have had it fixed right away! Jaleh
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Right on the beach!

Had a wonderful stay at this property. Communication was clear and concise, responds to emails quickly. Property was ready on time, very clean and sanitized, and kitchen was well-stocked. Cable TV downstairs, DVD player upstairs. There is constant public foot traffic, but the patio is elevated above the passers-by. Look forward to renting it again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2020
Thank you! We look forward to having you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Great Location and Wonderful Experience.

Because of a very large and unusual storm, the wifi did go down a couple of times. Other than what the storm caused, the visit was perfect. My 14 year old grandsons spent many hours exploring the beach and town. My 93 year old mother in law really enjoyed the view from the patio and a very enjoyable walk along the shoreline. My entire family left the home all saying that it was a great trip well worth the price. We highly recommend this property to antone wanting to spend time on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

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

Gorgeous Getaway

The location of this property is spot on. Semi easy access to the beach. Privacy is awesome. Walking the boardwalk is easy and fun. Plenty of room inside the house. All the supplies were provided. The patio is the best on the block. The kitchen water pressure was. low but the showers worked fine.. Best part were the gray whales, birds migrating almost every day, seals swimming very close to the shoreline and the weather. Thank you for the memories that we made this week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

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

Right on the sand!

This was a wonderful property that had ample room for all seven of us. Parking was easier than expected and check-in went well. This delightful little property is right on the beach. The waves are just outside your front room windows and you are enveloped in the whole seaside experience. The property was pristine clean, and Jaleh was very responsive to any concerns we had. It’s unfortunate that the weather just wasn’t going to cooperate with us though, but Jaleh was very kind and accommodating and quickly responded by reimbursing us for a day lost to a dramatic storm. We definitely hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Judith L.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not worth the money

The place was shabby and tiny. Only the view was lovely but we were so close to the ocean that waves went over the deck to scare us. We made an emergency exit plan We were 7 and it was advertised for 8. Only 6 chairs around the dining table. Only 4 places to sit in living room which was on top of the dining table. No entry mats but lots of signs not to bring in sand. Lights flickered in liVIng room all thetime.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We genuinely appreciate hearing from our guests as it helps us continually improve the experience we offer. Regarding the points you mentioned: 1 Size and Seating: We do our best to accurately depict the size and layout of the property through photos and descriptions, and we understand that expectations may vary. The home is a charming 1930s property, and while it may be smaller compared to newer homes, we strive to maintain its unique character. We apologize if the seating arrangements didn’t meet your needs; the dining table does have seating for six, as noted in the listing, but we understand how this could have been an inconvenience for your group. 2 Weather and Ocean Conditions: We completely understand your concern regarding the waves. As noted in the listing, the home is directly on the ocean, which can sometimes lead to high waves during the winter months. While we can’t control the weather, we do try to make guests aware of this possibility in advance. We're sorry this caught you off guard during your stay. 3 Welcome Mats and Sand: After reading your review, we immediately went to the property and confirmed there are mats at each entrance, as well as hoses on both sides of the house for washing off sand. 4 Lights Flickering: We were unaware of the issue with the lights flickering, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We will have an electrician inspect the property to ensure everything is functioning properly. W

About the host

Hosted by Jaleh

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Why they chose this property

LOCATION! One of the few homes right on the Sand. Walking distance to the Cement Ship, Cafe Rio, Pixie Plaza and more. One of the few vacation homes in the Area where a car is not needed. Just bring your party to the beach and don't move!

What makes this property unique

Right on the beach!

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