Whale's Tail Beach Cottage

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Aptos, CA

Rio Del Mar Beach4 min walk
Seacliff State Beach5 min walk
Capitola Beach14 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)87 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Half Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Office

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

updated beach cottage on a sunny lot just steps to the beach. Charm & modern touches throughout. Open kitchen, living, dining area has pre-finished hardwood floors, crown molding & access through a French door to a fenced outside patio. Living room has a gas insert fireplace w/ brick hearth. Kitchen features granite counters, custom subway tile backsplash, Bosch glass top range, maple cabinets, & French-door refrigerator. There is a washer/dryer. Upgraded bathroom with new fixtures & tiled bathtub/shower. Bedrooms are carpeted, with plenty of natural light. Sunny patio offers opportunities for lounging, or extra entertaining space accessible from the kitchen & Living room. The homes location in Rio Del Mar is easily accessible from Hwy 1 & just a short walk to the stunning coastline & beach, with plenty of restaurants, coffee shops, & other amenities nearby.

Property manager

Wesley and David Barrow

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aptos

Located in Aptos, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting.

Aptos, CA

What's nearby

Rio Del Mar Beach - 4 min walk
Seacliff State Beach - 5 min walk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 12 min drive
Mystery Spot - 14 min drive
Capitola Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

San Martin Caltrain Station - 51 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

Starbucks - 16 min walk
The Hideout - 3 min drive
Marianne's Ice Cream - 16 min walk
Parish Publick House - 12 min walk
Venus Pie Trap - 4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Whale's Tail Beach Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Whale's Tail Beach Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whale's Tail Beach Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whale's Tail Beach Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Rio Del Mar Beach and Seacliff State Beach. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park and Aptos History Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Angela J.

6 Apr 2024

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

Cozy, quaint, clean and homey

Great cottage a few blocks from the beach. Fireplace was great and house, kitchen well stocked with everything you need

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul F., Sacramento, USA

8 Oct 2023

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

Quick family getaway

Myself and my family truly enjoyed our stay. House was very clean, everything worked and was very comfortable. We loved the location. Neighborhood was walkable and had good food options. A definite place to come back to.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

12 Sept 2023

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

Great home close to the beach

Thank you for sharing your wonderful home. We had a fantastic stay. Your home is very well appointed and the beds are very comfy! We loved that it's only a few blocks to the beach and thank you for recommending Pixie Deli and New Leaf grocery. Both were terrific.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

25 Aug 2023

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

Cute, cozy and convenient

We were celebrating our granddaughter's birthday at the beach and meeting up with family at nearby Seacliff Beach and the location here was perfect. We were lucky to have beautiful weather during our stay and the place feels just like home. Our granddaughter was super excited to find books and gamed and loved every minute of staying here and so did we. Although it is a smaller home, there is plenty of space and it is very comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

11 Aug 2023

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

First family vacation

This was the perfect first family vacation. Wife and I brought our 2 year old and we had a blast. House was kid friendly including children books, family games and even a few toys. Beach is only a few blocks away and easy to access. This is definitely on the list for return visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023