Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Aptos, CA

Seacliff State Beach7 min walk
Rio Del Mar Beach15 min walk
Cabrillo College18 min walk
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)84 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

If your looking for OCEAN FRONT , this is it! Regardless of the weather, you will love your stay here! Bring your binoculars to watch the sea life swim by...whales, dolphins, seals and otters!

Our cozy and comfortable beach house is located on the bluff above Seacliff State Beach and offers magnificent views of Seacliff State Beach and Monterey Bay. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms and will sleep up to six. The king bedroom has a sliding glass door that offers ocean views and sounds of the surf. The queen bedroom also has a sliding glass door that opens to the side patio. and you can hear the waves. The last bedroom has a double bed. There is also a small bonus room/den. The gas fireplace log set in the beautiful river rock fireplace makes it easy to stay warm on a cold winter day or warming up after a swim in the Pacific. Satellite TV is available in the living room, the king room, and the bonus room. Wireless internet is available to keep you connected. Our kitchen has a 5 burner gas range, convection microwave and granite countertops. It is also fully outfitted with utensils and table settings for at least 6 guests. Small appliances, pots, pans, and a wide variety of spices make it easy and fun to stay in and cook a meal. Or, walk to one of the several restaurants close by for a fun evening out. The Trex deck has a gas BBQ, outdoor patio furniture and is great for hanging out and entertaining. The driveway has parking for 2-3 cars. Just a short walk to the beach - this is the perfect place for a family vacation or a romantic getaway for two! Deck was expanded and a cable style fence was installed in March 2023 for your safety!

Keywords: one story

Property manager

Gina Marciano

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor Space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Any dishes used must be washed & put away prior to check out. Dishwasher can take up to 2 hours to complete, so take this into consideration.

Any linens used (towels, sheets) must be placed in laundry bags/basket prior to check out.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Aptos

Located in Aptos, this vacation home is near theme parks and by the ocean. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

Seacliff State Beach - 7 min walk
Rio Del Mar Beach - 15 min walk
Cabrillo College - 18 min walk
New Brighton State Beach - 6 min drive
Capitola Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

Starbucks - 2 min drive
The Hideout - 3 min drive
Marianne's Ice Cream - 4 min walk
Parish Publick House - 20 min walk
Venus Pie Trap - 17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House located?

This family-friendly Aptos vacation home is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Seacliff State Beach, Rio Del Mar Beach, and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park. Aptos History Museum and Cabrillo College are also within 1 mi (2 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

Mar 18, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views!

This is a cute cottage right on the sea cliff with amazing views of the ocean. We saw otters and seals with our binoculars and watched surfers too. The bedrooms are small, but have very comfortable beds. One bedroom has an ocean view. The bathrooms were tiny, but functional. It was nice to have 2 bathrooms. The kitchen is very well equipped and has almost any gadget or appliance that you could want. The living room and family room were larger than expected. The location is convenient and the view is fabulous. We sat on lounge chairs and watched the ocean while relaxing. Marianne's ice cream is a few blocks away, as is a Mexican restaurant and a small grocery/liquor store. Safeway is 3 minutes by car and there is a great smoothie store in the same strip mall. We highly recommend this cozy cottage and hope to go back soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Feb 24, 2024

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

Great Location

We came here for a vacation with our adult daughters and two grandchildren to visit our son. The house was a great location for listening to the ocean and watching the ocean wildlife! Host was great to work with and would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen b.

Feb 3, 2024

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

Good waves

No

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Oct 17, 2023

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

Beautiful location, cozy cottage!

Loved this cottage. So cozy with the river rock fireplace and the floor to ceiling windows with the ocean view! We were 4 friends staying so the bed/ bath ratio was perfect. Location perfect for exploring Santa Cruz Bay and Monterey Bay. I want to come back every year!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Mardo C., Pebble Beach CA

Oct 5, 2023

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Ocean view

Easy access from Highway one. Nicely furnished, plenty of comfortable outdoor furniture, to sit on and enjoy the view. Kitchen well furnished. The main bathroom is quite small and difficult for a tall person to use. The wrong entry code was given, so it took awhile to contact the property manager and obtain the correct code. Bathroom carpets and windows need cleaning.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gina Marciano

Why they chose this property

Great weather, friendly people and the seclusion of being above the beach.

What makes this property unique

Walking the beach each morning, enjoying a sunset with family and friends, walking to Manuel's for margaritas and Mexican food. Great food, golf, and shopping are all close by. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is only 15 minutes away - take the kids for a ride on the Giant Dipper roller coaster. Or take a drive down to Monterey or Carmel to experience the amazing Monterey Bay Aquarium or the famous 17 Mile Drive through Pebble Beach.