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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61056 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Aptos, CA
  • Place, Seacliff State Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabrillo College
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Summary:

Permit Number: 231220

Enjoy the charm that Spruce Cottage brings to the quaint town of Aptos. We are a short 10 min walk to Seacliff State Beach through a secret pathway. View the landmark S. S. Palo Alto cement ship, picnic on the beach, or dip in the ocean. Our cottage offers comfort with a beachy feel. We take great care in the comfort and safety of our guests. We look forward to hosting you!



The Space:

We have two bedrooms, each featuring a king bed for a restful night’s sleep. The office is attached to the second bedroom and includes a desk to work remotely, and a daybed with a trundle, offering additional sleeping space.



Enjoy our complimentary State Park/Beach Pass during your stay, perfect for exploring the beautiful coastline, hiking scenic trails, or visiting the elephant seals at Año Nuevo State Beach. There are several nearby state parks and beaches to discover, giving you endless options for outdoor adventure. To ensure future guests can enjoy this perk, a $120 fee will apply if the pass is not returned—thank you for your care!



Spruce Cottage is in the quaint town of Aptos, in the beach community of Seacliff. Seacliff State Beach is a 10-minute walk through a secret pathway. See the landmark S.S. Palo Alto cement ship and miles of sand



The home is thoughtfully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Relax in the living room with a Roku 4K UHD TV, where you can stream your favorite Netflix, Amazon, and other apps. The fully stocked kitchen makes it easy to prepare home-cooked meals, and the landscaped backyard is perfect for unwinding or enjoying a BBQ. Please note, there is no dishwasher in the home (it may appear in the amenities list, but this is an error we’re unable to remove).

Located near the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary, you’ll have easy access to incredible ocean experiences like whale watching, paddleboarding, kayaking, and surfing.



Outdoor enthusiasts will love the nearby hiking and mountain biking trails, including Nisene Marks State Park.



Take a short drive to Seacliff Village to enjoy local shops and dining. Favorites include Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant and Café Sparrow, and don’t miss a treat from Marianne’s Ice Cream. Or head across the freeway to Aptos Village where you'll find a farm to store market with a good deli and sushi, restaurants, the Penny Creamery and more. For a scenic day trip, visit Monterey’s Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium (36 miles away), or head to Carmel (39 miles) and experience the iconic 17-Mile Drive before returning home to relax.



Whether you're here to explore, dine, or simply unwind, Spruce Cottage is the perfect place to enjoy a peaceful beach-town getaway.



Guest Access:

The house is yours to enjoy.



The Neighborhood:

Spruce Cottage is in the quaint town of Aptos, in the beach community of Seacliff. Seacliff State Beach is a 10-minute walk through a secret pathway. See the landmark S.S. Palo Alto cement ship and elephant seals at Nuevo Ano State Beach.



Take a short drive to Seacliff Village to enjoy local shops and dining. Favorites include Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant and Café Sparrow, and don’t miss a treat from Marianne’s Ice Cream. Or head across the freeway to Aptos Village where you'll find a farm to store market with a good deli and sushi, restaurants, the Penny Creamery and more. Capitola Village is also close and fun to walk around, enjoy the beach, shops and restaurants.



Getting Around:

Urber, LIFT, Taxes, bus, walk, bike



Other Things to Note:

We have two bedrooms with a king bed in each. The office is attached to the 2nd bedroom and also offers a daybed with a trundle for additional sleeping Therefore guests in that room would access the bathroom and main house through the 2nd bedroom. The office also has a door to access the back yard, in addition to backyard access from the kitchen area.



Interaction with Guests:

I live locally and am happy to answer any questions or provide recommendations.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
- No shoes in the house - Guests must be over 25 years of age to book - ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES - We have a very quiet neighborhood. Quiet hours will...

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Aptos

Located in Seacliff, a neighborhood in Aptos, this cottage is near theme parks and by the sea. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, mountain climbing, and rock climbing.
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Seacliff State Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cabrillo College - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Aptos History Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 46 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loft Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Poki Bowl - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whale City Bakery Bar And Grill Aptos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Bakery Café & Gifts - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach on Apr 26, 2026 start from $599, 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.

What time is check-in at Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach located?

Located in Seacliff, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cabrillo College, Seacliff State Beach, and Aptos History Museum. Rio Del Mar Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Great neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex D.

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

Lovely cottage near the beach.

Overall, it was the perfect place for a quiet, restful weekend getaway. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shopping areas.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

River

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hong C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is lovely and close to the beach with about 10 minutes walk. The neighborhood is very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

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

Very sweet cottage

Super clean, cozy and comfortable. Great location and quite neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LINDA S.

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

Family Home Base

The cottage was perfect for our needs. Very comfortable and the location was great. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Cute Cottage

This charming property is in a quiet neighborhood and has everything you would need. It's super clean and the owner was quick to reply to my questions.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little cottage close to the beach. The best shower after playing on the beach! Grocery, coffee and pizza close by so we had access to all the things we needed. Kitchen stocked with basic dishes, utensils, coffee pot, coffee, microwave, etc. we had a very nice, comfortable stay here with our family. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

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

Relaxing Beach Cottage

Spruce Beach Cottage is tucked away on a quiet little street, is very welcoming, and comfortable. While it is not on the beach it is wonderful how close and accessible Seacliff Beach is from the cottage. We really appreciated the beach chairs that were provided for use as well as beach towels should you need them. The cottage is well stocked with kitchen appliances/utensils and you basic needs for coffee, tea, and spices. The bathroom has all you need also. The beds are comfortable. Roku TV and wifi kept the teens happy when we were not out and about. There was easy access to everything from the cottage. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy K.

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

Quiet and relaxing

This place was in the perfect location. It was close to all of our necessities and some great places to eat. Only an 20 min to Santa Cruz and less than an hour from Monterey. Beautiful neighborhood and quiet!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan G.

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

Perfect little beach cottage

Perfect little place for 4 or 5 people. Short walk to the beach, very close walk/drive to downtown area. Lots of tourist activities within 30 min drive. The cottage was very clean and in a quiet neighborhood. Neighbors were very friendly. Small fenced in backyard but perfect for a little hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amelia M.

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

Great house!

We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eilis Y.

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

Adorable

This house is adorable, clean and close to everything. We would absolutely stay here again. It would be perfect with kids because the 3rd bedroom that is connected to one of the 2 masters, has a trundle bed and can sleep 2 kids. Highly recommend. Just book it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Very nice stay

We had a very nice stay. Very comfortable, great location. Would definitely stay there again. Thank you for a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy K.

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

Pleasant place and friendly neighborhood walk to beach

Our family enjoyed our stay. This was a nice place (with everything you need) in a quiet neighborhood and 15-20min walk to Seacliff beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael T.

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

Amazing

I stayed here with my bridesmaids for my wedding weekend last week and the house was perfect. All the girls loved how quaint / cute it was and the place was spotless / so clean. Neighborhood was quiet and location was great. Communication was seamless. No complaints - would definitely recommend and it’s a great price !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Perfect Family Weekend

Everything was great about our stay. Looking forward to going back. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy P.

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

Great location, quiet street

This was our first time back in the Santa Cruz area in 3 years and we lucked out with this place! It had plenty of space for our family of 5 and our teenager loved having his own King sized bed to sleep in! Check in was easy, kitchen was stocked with dishes, utensils, and everything else needed to cook dinners. We would definitely stay again, thank you!
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan L.

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

Lovely getaway spot

My family and I had a very nice weekend at Janiece’s cottage. The space was perfect for the 5 of us (including toddler). Everything is clean, well kept and comfortable. The location is great and my kids enjoyed the little yard space. I wish I would have known that the house has a pack n’ play and beach towels as I wouldn’t have brought our own. Also keep in mind that the curtains in the bedrooms are all white and thin so expect the sun to wake you. The kitchen could use another pan or two and considering there is no dishwasher it would be nice if dish gloves were provided. Overall we had a very comfortable stay and would definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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

Clean and well laid out, close to Seacliffe Beach

We would recommend staying here. It’s perfect for a couple or family with kids. You can walk to the town and across the train tracks to the path down to the beach. The back emotion gets cold. You have literally everything you need and the hosts are very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Cute place. Clean!

My parents, kids and I just spent the weekend at the Spruce Beach Cottage. The house is super clean, nicely decorated with comfy beds and quality sheets and towels. Walk to the beach was a bit further than we anticipated, but overall a great weekend get-away!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa P.

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

Adorable house and close to the beach!

This house was perfect for our stay! We wanted a place to be close to the beach and stay with our 7 month old without worrying about Covid! This was the perfect stay. I would 10/10 stay here again. The rooms were clean, the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook a nice dinner, and even the TV was logged into good streaming services!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Great beach getaway!

Spruce Cottage was an excellent place to stay. It is close to several beaches. It is well-decorated, very clean, and just right for us. We’d love to return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice D.

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

Aptos Cottage

Wonderful house to stay in for a visit to Aptos. The house is clean and has whatever you need to enjoy your stay. Very close to the beach, restaurants and shopping. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

A lovely house

A lovely house in a great location that’s a nice walk to Seacliff Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

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