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Outdoor dining
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Aptos, CA
  • Place, Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Seacliff State Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Fabulous Views of the Ocean!

Permit #241367

Our 3 bedroom 2 bath ocean front home comfortably accommodates 8 guests located just steps from the sand in Rio Del Mar Beach. This 2 story vacation home has an abundance of outdoor space. It includes a large, private, back patio equipped with a BBQ. Also enjoy the front area, with an umbrella dining patio set that will seat up to 6. In addition, both upstairs bedrooms lead out to a deck with breathtaking ocean views. It is not rare to see dolphins jumping along with all the other sights Rio Del Mar Beach has to offer.

The Main floor has an open floor-plan which includes a formal Living Room with Flat Screen TV, newer couches and seating, Gas Fireplace, card table, full bathroom, laundry area, bedroom and a dining table for 6 that is adjacent to the fully equipped kitchen.

On the 2nd level, there is one full bathroom at the top of the stars with an ocean view bedroom on either side of the hall.

The home is conveniently located near a well known deli (Pixie Deli), coffee shop, convenience store and high end restaurant (Cafe Rio). You are also within 2 miles from grocery stores, restaurants, cinema, gas stations, golf course, tennis court, and much more!


Please ask about monthly rates.


TOT Certificate #CO00115
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
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, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please place all Linens and towels (excluding comforters and blankets in a pile.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Property Registration Number 241367

About the neighborhood

Aptos

Located in Rio del Mar, a neighborhood in Aptos, this vacation home is near theme parks and on 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 fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Seascape Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 16 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Gilroy Station - 42 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poki Bowl - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whale City Bakery Bar And Grill Aptos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafé - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fabulous Views of the Ocean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fabulous Views of the Ocean!?

As of Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fabulous Views of the Ocean! on Jun 20, 2026 start from $551, 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 Fabulous Views of the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fabulous Views of the Ocean!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fabulous Views of the Ocean! located?

Located in Rio del Mar, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Rio Del Mar Beach and Seacliff State Beach. Beer Can Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Perfect Fall Getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Rio Del Mar is the perfect spot to plan a pleasant vacation during the Fall season! The weather is still warm to enjoy the ocean, which is steps away!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Wonderful as always!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great spot for beach access and people watching!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
THE HOUSE WAS PERFECT...KITCHEN WELL EQUIPED...THE ONLY ISSUE WAS NO BACKUP OF PAPER TOWELS....DISHWASHING SOAP...AND TRASH BAGS...AND PREFER A BATHROOM IN THE MASTER...THE WHALES DID OUT IN A SHOW THE LAST NIGHT WE WERE THERE...IMPRESSIVE
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Dos Palos, CA

AMAZING STAY

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My sisters and I have stayed in this property numerous times. We appreciated the new appliances in the kitchen!! The chairs out front with the umbrella were practically falling apart. Otherworldly we were very happy. This is the first time we saw whales multiple times during our stay. So amazing!! We are disappointed that we are just about being priced out of being at this property. :( such good memories!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Coziest beachfront experience!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property is my absolute favorite place to spend time away from home!Very comfortable furnishings, a gas fireplace that you can fire up immediately and plenty of space for everyone! The kitchen is an absolute must, where we cook up 3 meals a day, including the backyard barbecue!I mentioned “backyard”, which is spacious!I return to this home again and again...Since I’m older, and my body more sensitive, I bring a memory foam mattress topper for comfort. Everyone else her sleeps just fine!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Home Away From Home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is my favorite vacation rental that is actually close to my own home. It is so warm, welcoming and cozy. I feel like I’m in an insulated bubble when I retreat to this place, yet, I can still drive off and take care of business when I need to do so. I order my groceries from a local store and they are delivered to my doorstep so I don’t have to pack anything other than my beach clothes and accessories. The beach is right in front of us, allowing quick access to enjoy throughout the day, including front row seats to spectacular sunsets! A fully equipped kitchen makes meal prep a breeze AND a washer and dryer keeps us fresh and clean with less clothing to pack! Some days I’m perfectly content to stay inside to relax and listen to the sound of the ocean. I will return again and again.....
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Scott J.

Dirty rental

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very cute place and good location. This was the dirtiest place I have ever stayed through VRBO. I would say the linens and bed covers and pillows were the worst. I can’t believe you have a charge for linens and for cleaning separate. The linen service sucks. The tables and chairs were discussing. So was the screens on the windows. We had to clean everything ourselves before we could sleep here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Glenda E.

Relaxing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family goes to Aptos every Labor Day weekend and rent through Baileys Vacation Rentals and it’s always perfect. It’s the perfect end to the summer.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne W.

Fabulous location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Expansive beach. Wonderful walks in two directions. Quiet location, despite public beach nearby. House facilities ample. Very responsive rental management. We’ll definitely be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Fantastic time!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location! No parking in front the property but that means your view isn’t blocked! Driveway parking handles a car fine. Great customer service! Love our visits!! Thanks!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

My beach house vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house. Loved the location and amenities. A guest mentioned the need for a better mattress - but otherwise comfortable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kari S.

Relaxing and peaceful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time now for the second year in this house. We will be staying there again next Summer. We can't wait!! Hurry up Summer!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Glenda E.

Perfect

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our go to place for Labor Day weekend every year. Great location. The house is well maintained and has everything we need.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristina F.

Beautiful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a good time with the family. The rental was perfect in location and we could hear the ocean all night.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Great week!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great vacation week! Clean comfortable rental! Easy helpful office experience. Will be back!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

The Ideal Fall Beach Getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home provided an awesome experience for us to get away for a week during the Fall! Walks on the beach, fishing, barbecues and more! Comfortable sleeping and lounging as well!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

Nothing More Relaxing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were so happy to be able to return to this house after a two-year Covid pause. The house is a great family magnet. Our daughter, who has been vacationing with us in Santa Cruz since the late 1970s, went to UCSC and loves to return here. The Baily's staff is great.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Glenda E.

Wonderful Memories

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is one of our favorite rental homes! We rent it every year and love the closeness to the beach and the ocean view! It is clean and well kept up. Has all the essentials needed.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jeannine G.

The Good and The Bad

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The homes location was amazing! Parking was a problem as the driveway fits only one car and the majority of the remaining street is red curb. The upkeep of the house was okay and cleaniness definitely lacked. Bob Bailey Property Mgmt was very responsive and would rate high.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Martin D.

435 beach drive 7/23-7/30

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our beach house was a 9 out of 10. The only thing that would have made it better would be a 2nd refrigerator out back. Check in and out was quick and easy with smiles and welcoming attitudes.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

Beach drive Rio del Mar

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place to stay, right across from beach access.Wonderful time with the family. If you are not familiar with the area there is not a lot of shops nearby. A drive to Capitola or Santa Cruz took care of that. The house was clean and there was plenty of room for 7 of us. Small glitch with the dishwasher but heard all new appliances are being installed after our visit. I did find it strange that there were decor items placed under the beds and in corners next to dressers. And then oddly short on pillow cases, but plenty of pillows in the closets. I later found linens in several random places throughout the house. Some items were not centrally located and found like most places we have rented in the past. Overall, would recommend to others and would consider renting again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa K.

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

Great location, worn down,

Nice location across the street from beach. Lots of foot traffic, and to be expected with public beach. While mostly clean, the blinds were old challenging to lift up and down. Whole house is worn down. Also outside of property was covered in spider webs. Good tv with streaming.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Milpitas, CA

Girls Get Away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was ok it slept 8 but it had no setting for 8 people to sit together at any table inside or out. The supply of towels was exactly 8 towels 8 wash clothes and 4 hand towels. That was very insufficient for 8 women for 3 days. Parking was only for one car. The public parking area to the left of the house was limited time and the sign that is there is very faded only visible in day light if standing right in front of it. Could not see there was a time posted that said hours of 10pm to 6am no parking. 3 of the cars that were in the group received $26.00 dollar tickets. Again, no sign that said there was a fine for parking after hours that again was not visible on the sign. There should be a notice in the home about the parking.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Great beach weekend

Amazing location on the Rio Del Mar beach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

The perfect place to spend time with friends and family

Clean, great location, well-priced
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

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