A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Rio Del Mar Beach
Sleeps 6•2 bedrooms•4 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washer/dryer
Barbecue grill
Balcony or patio
Explore the area
Aptos, CA
Seacliff State Beach
Place, Seacliff State Beach
3 min walk
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
Place, The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
10 min walk
Rio Del Mar Beach
Place, Rio Del Mar Beach
11 min walk
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
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
2 Single Beds
Livingroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Happy House by the Sea
Happy House is a charming 2 bedroom 1 bath Cottage just steps away to the entrance to Seacliff State Beach Park. At this time we are offering reservations that are 30+ days long. This is convenient for traveling nurses, working remote, extended vacations, families, retired guests or even locals remodeling their home that need safe temporary housing.
You have parking for up to 3 vehicles in our driveway. We have a fully equipped kitchen with coffee maker, stove/oven, refrigerator, cook ware and dishwasher. There is a washer & dryer for laundry and we provide linens and towels for the house, please bring your own beach towels.
We have wireless internet access, smart TV, DVD and VCR with movies for kids. Happy House is less than a block to groceries, restaurants and shops. Amenities include gas log fireplace, a fenced back yard and charcoal barbecue.
Explore the natural beauty in our area along the coastline to the redwood forests and beyond. As our guest you have use of our Golden Poppy Annual Day Use Pass which gets you into many Northern California State Parks, State Beaches, State Reservoirs and premiere Redwoods for free. (Regularly $10 a day).
Seacliff State Beach Park is the home of the cement ship. It has picnic areas, fishing, visitor/learning center with information on the local fossils and history. There is also a paved pathway for walking or biking that leads to Rio Del Mar Beach. The beach and walking areas welcomes dogs on leash.
We are near the redwoods in Nisene Marks State park with great hiking and biking trails. We are 10 minute drive to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay Aquarium is about a 45 minute drive and Roaring Camp is about a 20 minute drive.
We have a relaxed, casual atmosphere. For small kids there are 2 booster seats for the kitchen table and beach toys. We have an assortment of children's books, mega-blocks, family board games, beach chairs, umbrellas and boogie boards you are welcome to use.
Happy House is a cozy home limited to 6 guests. The default rate includes 2 guests, additional guests are $5 a person per night. Friendly, well behaved pets who are a good fit with our pet rules are welcome at a $150 fee per pet which must be arranged in advance.
Some of our House Rules: No Smoking Check in any time after 4 PM. Check out time is strict at 11 AM. Quiet time is 10pm - 8am. No large parties, maximum of 12 people on the property at all times. Maximum of 6 people overnight with additional person fee. Turn off the heat and lights when you go out. Fireworks are illegal in Santa Cruz County. Trash and recyclables must be sorted and put in the provided covered containers. Return keys to lock box when you check out. No pets allowed on the property unless arranged in advance and pet fees have been paid.
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 Seacliff, a neighbourhood in Aptos, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Rio Del Mar Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Cabrillo College - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Panda Express - 5 min drive
Pizza My Heart - 5 min drive
Shadowbrook - 5 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 5 min drive
Burger King - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Happy House by the Sea pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).
How much is parking at Happy House by the Sea?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Happy House by the Sea?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Happy House by the Sea?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Happy House by the Sea located?
Located in Seacliff, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Seacliff State Beach and Monterey Bay. Aptos History Museum and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 15 minutes.
About the host
Hosted by Emelia Nahinu
This home has been in our family close to 70years! We keep it available for family to visit and share it with guests like you. Many of the books, decorations and furnishings are from an older era, and may have special meaning to the family giving it a retro feel, we prefer to keep it this way. It is still important to us to keep up with home maintenance, appliances and comfort all which we hope you will find satisfactory.
Why they chose this property
This is an Eichler home built in the 30's and has been our family over 60 years. The front of the house has floor to ceiling windows which let in lots of natural light. Our yards have beautiful colors in the flowers. We love that our children and grandchildren can come and enjoy our beach house like we did as kids. We welcome you to come and enjoy it too.
What makes this property unique
Happy House is very close to the beach, at night we can hear the waves crashing upon the shore. We are also just a short walk to fantastic restaurants, ice cream, coffee shop, shopping, and a small grocery store. We have known this to be a safe, highly desirable neighborhood close to a lot, but usually peaceful and quiet at night.