Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!

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A living room with a sectional sofa, a small rug, a console table, and a ceiling light fixture.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dishwasher.
A dining area with a table, chairs, a clock, and a window with blinds.
A living room with a sofa, a chair, a lamp, and a decorative shell.
A single-story building with a flat roof, wooden pillars, and a small front yard with grass and plants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Monterey Bay

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

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, Monterey Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Aptos

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Rio del Mar, a neighbourhood in Aptos. 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. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, cycling and rock climbing nearby.
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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
  • Monterey Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Aptos History Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafé - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos Aptos - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!?

As of 6 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach! on 16 Nov 2026 start from £597, 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 at Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach! located?

Located in Rio del Mar, this holiday home is 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 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean place with a great backyard and perfect location from the beach. Excellent pillows for sleeping. Definitely a great place to go back too!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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