Location: Aptos, Central Coast, California, USA (Rio Del Mar State Beach, Seacliff State Beach, Seacliff) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 14-17)
STILL AVAILABLE FOR CHRISTMAS WEEK DEC. 19 TO 26TH!!
Welcome to Villa Rio del Mar
Your California beach getaway vacation home
Great for family reunions! Sleeps 17
This house has one house upstairs and one downstairs. This setup makes it great for family reunions and group retreats. You get the best of two worlds: everyone is together, yet there is plenty of privacy with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 2 kitchens. Grandpa and grandma can stay on the ground level if they don't want to walk upstairs, and watch their little grandkids can play in the enclosed front patio downstairs. Mom, dad, uncles and aunts can bbq on the deck upstairs, dine outdoors, lounge in the sun, have a glass of wine and watch the ocean. Teenagers can walk 90 yards to the beach. When they come back they can use the warm water outdoor showers and jump in the Jacuzzi hot tubs. For dinner, you can use the large kitchen and dining room, and everyone can gather upstairs and enjoy the great setup with the large dining table, living room, fireplace, and deck with the view. After dinner, all can stroll to the cement ship and watch the sunset.
Upstairs: great views, great house - from the huge balcony you get a beautiful view of the beach. 3 comfortable bedrooms, large living room, dining area and kitchen. Sleeps up to 10 guests 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fireplace, large deck with view, hot tub, grill & deck furniture kitchen & dining room: fully equipped living room: sectional sofa bed and love seat, fireplace master bedroom: king bed, full bathroom, large closet bedroom 1: king size bed, twin bed bedroom 2: queen bed, twin bunk beds, walk in closet bedroom 3: queen bed, walk in closet laundry room: washer & dryer, sink amenities: wireless internet, LCD HD TV, stereo, hot tub, linens, towels, boogie boards, bicycles
Downstairs: beach villa with awesome patio: beach villa… comfort, awesome patio and easy beach access - features a huge outdoor living area and hot tub area, BBQ, furniture and lighting. Large kitchen and bedrooms. You've got everything you need, a home away from home with lots of comfort. Step out the gate and stroll right to the beach. Sleeps up to 7 guests -- 2 bedroom, 1 & 1/2 bath, large patio with hot tub, grill, patio furniture kitchen & dining room: fully equipped living room: sofa bed and love seat bedroom 1: queen size bed, walk in closet, patio area. Bedroom 2: 1 full size bed, twin bunk beds, walk in closet. Laundry room: washer & dryer amenities: wireless internet, LCD HDTV, stereo, hot tub, linens, towels, boogie boards, bicycles
5 bedrooms. 3.5 bathrooms. 2 fully equipped kitchens, 2 laundry rooms, 2 living rooms, ocean view deck, enclosed patio and play area for kids. Ground level living for seniors. 2 flat screen TV's. 2 private hot tubs.
Awesome location… with only 90 steps to the sand, its like having your own beach home in one of the most beautiful places on the planet. Villa Rio del Mar is the perfect vacation destination. It is located in the beach village of Rio del Mar on the beautiful Monterey Bay, in the coastal town of Aptos, just 10 minutes south of Santa Cruz, California. Wake up to spectacular ocean views and fresh air, plan a day of fun, prepare a seafood feast, relax in your private hot tub and sleep to the rhythm of the surf….its all here for you and your guests to enjoy at Villa Rio del Mar.
Large or small groups… our facilities can accommodate 6 to 17 people.
Lots of activities… Villa Rio del Mar will be your headquarters to enjoy all the exciting nearby attractions and activities, from the cement ship at Seacliff right down the beach, and the nearby Seascape Resort and golf course, to the village of Capitola, Monterey, Santa Cruz and all of its attractions.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (4)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Private Hot Tub (2)
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen (2)
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2)
- Dishwasher (2)
- Microwave (3)
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill (2)
- Deck/Patio: Downstairs great for kids to play and outdoor ding and relaxing!
- Balcony: With Views. Great for dining annd relaxing outdoors!
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 2 fully equipped kitchens, 2 private hot tubs, 2 living rooms, 2 dining rooms, 2 gas grills, ocean view deck, enclosed ground level patio, sectional sofa.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High Season - $750/night .. $4750/week
Medium Season - $650/night .. $4300/week
Low Season - $550/night .. $3000/week
10% tax and $275 cleaning fee
Separate $750 Refundanle Security Deposit
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
5 BR, 3.5 BA 90 Steps to Beach 2 Spas Avail Xmas 2 Kit-Views!
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Aptos
This is a great area. The beach is a State Park and is sandy and clean. At the beach there are restrooms and showers and fire pits for bonfires. The Cement ship and Seacliff State park are right there with the fishing pier and picnic areas. There is the Full of Beans Coffee shop for breakfast, the Pixie Deli for lunch, the Rio Cafe for dinner, the market on the corner, a tavern down the street. close to Santa Cruz, Aptos, Monterey.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Relaxing, fun, enjoying family get togethers.
Owner's Map of Aptos
Allyn & Ivette Johnson live in San Jose, California. Ivette is a full time instructor at local Community College and is also now working on her PhD dissertation. Allyn is a Bathroom & Kitchen Remodeling contractor. They have two boys 24 and 14, who love the beach and Rio Del Mar.
Property Photos
- Front View Of Villa Rio Del Mar - Aptos, California Vacation House with Beach View and Private Hot Tub
- View and Distance to beach - Aptos, California Vacation House with Beach View and Private Hot Tub
- Living Room Upstairs lots of light & view- sectional sofa - flat TV - Roomy - Aptos, California Vacation House with Beach View and Private Hot Tub
- Dining Table and Living Area - Great Room for Great Reunions
- King Size Bed in Master Bedroom
- Huge Deck for Dining, BBQing, sunbathing and watching the ocean!
- Button Start Gas Fireplace Glass Enclosed with Blower
- Upstairs Kitchen: Roomy, Fully Equipped, Lots of Light, Prepare a Big Feast!
- Cement Ship and Pier at the Beach
- Beach Villa Living Room Ground Level
- Beach Villa Kitchen - Fully Equipped
- Queen Bed and Bunk Beds - TV - Walk in closet in this Big Bedroom
- Outdoor dining on the deck and BBQ!
- Ground Level Fenced in Patio Great fo Kids to play, dining, relaxing, BBQ
- There are 2 of these new Jacuzzi hot tubs each in their private area!
- Master Bathroom with Double sinks and Large Shower
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #246785
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