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Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a fireplace, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A two-story building with a balcony, numbered 122 and 133, featuring a yellow door and an orange umbrella.
A dining area with a glass table, wooden chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.
A dining area with a glass-top table, wooden chairs, and a painting on the wall.
A living room with a white railing, a brown sofa with blue cushions, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Rio Del Mar Beach
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river

The Coast Queen is a wonderful house for a pleasant getaway to the coast for the weekend. It's a perfect place for a family, a couple or even two couples. It's a short two minute walk to the beach (and coffee shop, deli, corner market, and restaurants) providing a great anchor for days at the beach, yet it's only a few miles from Santa Cruz to enjoy the wonderful food, and activities in Santa Cruz.
Rio Del Mar is one of the last of the quaint, small village areas on the central coast. You can walk about a mile north from here, and seemingly endless miles south. We are close to the cement ship as well.

The house has been recently remodeled, with new floors and appliances in a full-stocked, fully functional kitchen. The deck upstairs is a wonderful place to hang out on sunny and shady days, along with an outdoor grill and comfortable seating.

There are flat screen televisions both upstairs and downstairs, along with cable and free Netflix. We also have high speed internet.

We have a car port for two cars off street parking.
We are a legally permitted vacation rental in Santa Cruz County.

We also have - special for kids - a Harry Potter closet! It is equipped with a super comfy mattress-type thing, and pillows. (We are still waiting for an owl to find us.) Kids have been known to read books there for hours, sleep there, and play spooky games there too. (There is good light in there, for those who want it.)

We are dog friendly BUT WE HAVE A PET POLICY. If you are interested in bringing a dog you MUST tell us at the time of booking. We will share our pet policy and you must agree to it. If you do not tell us you are bringing a dog (and agree to our pet policy), we will charge an extra $200 cleaning fee.

We have a general maximum of four adults. If you plan on having more than 4 adults, you need to check with us. We charge an extra fee of $20 per night for extra adults.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Pets allowed
Please contact us for details.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not allow smoking on the property.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Make sure the heater is off!
Send me a message letting me know you’re leaving. Thanks!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please be aware of water use: we are in a drought. Do not overload the washing machine, as it will stop working! Lock all windows when leaving.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 732891
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 Rio del Mar, a neighborhood in Aptos, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Aptos History Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Capitola Beach - 6 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Venus Cocktails & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Farm Bakery Café & Gifts - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river?

As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river on Sep 27, 2026 start from $319, 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 Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river located?

This family-friendly Aptos vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Rio Del Mar Beach and Monterey Bay. Seacliff State Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Myriam Cohen

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Combined Myriam and Mikey have lived in Santa Cruz for over 40 years. We have 3 young children ages 8, 10, and 12, and spend a lot of our free time tromping in the forests here in Santa Cruz, running, going to the beach, gardening, and reveling in large cooking projects using our local bounty of available foods.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this property to have as a getaway for us and our friends, and vacationers like yourself. This property is so close to Rio del Mar beach, so it's just a short 2 minute walk back home if you forget sunscreen, or you want to cook up lunch, etc. The house is comfortable, with modern, brand new amenities. An extensive total remodel was just recently completed, so all of the appliances, bathroom fixtures, etc are nearly brand new.

What makes this property unique

This house is a perfect home for a family or 1 or 2 couples to have a relaxing weekend so close to one of the best (if not the best!) beaches on the central coast. You can walk this beach for miles in either direction, it is not very crowded, and the weather here is rarely too hot or too cold. Rio del Mar feels like a small beach town, yet it is 10 miles to Santa Cruz, and less than 40 miles from the Silicon Valley.

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English, Spanish

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