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Lovely Studio with Kitchen in charming Aptos

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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Aptos, CA
  • Place, The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabrillo College
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Seacliff State Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette

About this property

Lovely Studio with Kitchen in charming Aptos

Your Aptos adventure begins at this soothing studio room . Nestled in a nice neighborhood, our property offers a pleasant stay for guests. The cozy studio features a queen bed and a twin folding cot bed, ensuring a comfortable stay for small groups or families. With amenities like WiFi, a hair dryer, a fan for hot weather
and heating, we've got you covered. The bathroom is equipped with a hair dryer
and a refreshing shower. Whether you're
exploring the nearby attractions or simply
unwinding in the peaceful ambiance, our
place is the perfect base for your stay.
Enjoy all that Aptos has to offer when you
stay at our place. There is a small sitting
area outside of the room with a peak of
the ocean. There is a small kitchenette off the room with a microwave, coffee maker, toaster , small stove top and full size
refrigerator for your cooking pleasure.
Enjoy Aptos and what our town has to offer. Nisene has great trails for hiking and walking pleasures. Just a short distance from the house. Enjoy an abundance of restaurants to dine in or get to go. Aptos Center is. 4 miles walking distance and offers coffee shop Pacific Coffee, Companion Bakery, restaurants, Aptos Natural, and wonderful little shops such as Outside Inn. Seacliff Beach is approximately 1 mile walking distance from the house.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please wash any used dishes. There is a drying rack under the sink.
Gather the used towels and used sheets and place into the laundry basket that is in the closet.
Leave the keys on the table with door unlocked.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Candles are not to be used on property . I have battery operated ones to use for safety
No loud music to be played after 9 pm
Absolutely no smoking on property. If you do smoke please go to the street to do so.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4085606
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 first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Aptos

Located in Aptos, this apartment is near the beach. 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 surfing/body boarding and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Aptos History Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cabrillo College - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Capitola Beach - 7 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 46 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loft Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Poki Bowl - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Farm Bakery Café & Gifts - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Whale City Bakery Bar And Grill Aptos - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Studio with Kitchen in charming Aptos pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovely Studio with Kitchen in charming Aptos?

As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely Studio with Kitchen in charming Aptos on Jun 30, 2026 start from $134, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Studio with Kitchen in charming Aptos?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Studio with Kitchen in charming Aptos?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Lovely Studio with Kitchen in charming Aptos located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, Cabrillo College, and Aptos History Museum. Seacliff State Beach and New Brighton State Beach 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. 43 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, safe location - good value - friendly accomodating hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay, Julie was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay! Perfect for a couple. Full kitchen allowed us to cook and eat in.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julie and her family were wonderful, she’s very attentive and kind and hospitable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, convenient location for me. Julie was very welcoming,
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great little apartment that was perfect for my get a way.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It worked out well for what we needed at the time and where we intended to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bud S.

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

Great communication

Great place to stay in town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige T.

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

Kool place

I was very pleased with the place i would give it a solid 10
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2025
It was a pleasure to have you here. Hope to have you here again and would like to offer a 15 % discount for a future stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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

Weekend getaway

What a beautiful little spot! Our stay was perfect, the fully stocked kitchen was definitely a plus. We will be returning for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julie was welcoming as we arrived. The studio is adorable! Lovely decor. Generously equipped kitchen and bathroom. Very comfortable, firm bed. Nice location, tucked away from the bustle of town. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 4, 2025
Loved having you! If you book again I will offer a 20 percent discount! Thanks again! Julie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrián B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
15/10 Julie is super hospitable and friendly, the house is great, check in was simple and the kitchen works amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynn V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Altos

Nice stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from host! The complimentary drinks and condiments were a treat! Easy to find and clean- would stay here again! Thank you Julie!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Very nice, had everything.

Perfect little studio for what we needed, actually a bit larger than a studio, just right for us, perfect for two!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andres O.

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

Cozy

pleasant and comfortable, very complete and very homely
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aweed N.

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

Lovely host!

Julie was such an attentive and welcoming host. Made our stay very comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Out of the way and very cute.

So nice and quiet. Darling spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRADZ Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was in Aptos for 7 nights (Sunday afternoon through Sunday morning), and enjoyed staying here. I appreciated having a fully functional kitchen and stable wifi, which made it easy to meet my work needs (half days in US/Eastern mornings) while allowing me to maximize my visiting time with elderly relatives in the area. Great location, if a little difficult to find the first time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything you need is available or nearby 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Julie is an amazing host, she is so kind and made us feel very pampered and taken care of. The studio is absolutely lovely! It was extremely comfortable and was well stocked with everything we needed and more! It is a quiet and beautiful area. We are thankful to have found such a great place and such a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was just what we needed, and more. It was very convenient for visiting our family. Although we didn’t spend much time in the room, it was very comfortable and well stocked. Check-in was easy and the wi-fi worked fine. Aptos is a lovely community. We would not hesitate to stay here again on future visits.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Layla S.

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

Cute Property - Walking Distance From Beach

Very cute property walking distance from the beach and restaurants and a close drive to the Forest of Nisene Marks. The host is great. Good communication and very responsive. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tyrus w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a great stay- and I have already recommended to friends- there is a view, Julie was amazing - I felt so safe and that was important to me as a single female. - the place had everything I needed plus! So cute, clean, close to everything- communication was great! Thank you- see you next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay! Arriving in the evening, we were warmly welcomed by the host, who went above and beyond to provide clear directions, making our check-in seamless. The location is perfect—central and convenient for exploring the area. The outdoor space was a highlight, offering a comfortable and quiet spot ideal for my virtual business meeting. The cozy kitchen was well-equipped with a great selection of teas, coffee, and pantry basics, which added a thoughtful touch to our stay. We truly loved every moment and can’t wait to return. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Julie Conway

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Hello my name is Julie. I was born and raised in Santa Cruz County. I've lived in Aptos for 5 years. I have 2 children ages 9 and 11. I was a stay at home mom, as of last year, that homeschools my 11 year old.
I volunteer taught 2 Art classes grade k- 8th grades. I also taught a cooking / baking class at AFE homeschool program. I love crafting and painting on free time and do craft fairs during the year. I love people so hosting is enjoyable. I'd love to host your next stay.

Why they chose this property

Aptos is a safe and beautiful community. We had the opportunity to move next door to my children's grandparents so family is very important to me. We love living here. The neighborhood is quite and safe!

What makes this property unique

Our property is off the street so it's tucked up driveway so you feel real safe. There's no crime in our neighborhood. Our studio room is clean and quite. There are local markets within .4 miles of property. Our neighborhood is 1 mile from Nisene Forest which has wonderful hiking trails or bike riding. The beaches are within 1 mile walking distance as well. Aptos is a quaint little town with a lot of restaurants or little shops. Every Saturday morning Cabrillo College has a farmers market 1 Mile distance to our property.

Languages:

English

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