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Fabulous Views of the Ocean!

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A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with white curtains, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with white curtains, a lamp, and a view of the beach.
A living room with a sofa, a blue armchair, a television, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and a flat-screen TV.
A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the ocean through a window, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bench by the window.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Monterey Bay

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

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, Monterey Bay
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • 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 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Aptos

Located in Rio del Mar, a neighbourhood in Aptos, this holiday home is near theme parks. 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. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including ecotours, whale watching and birdwatching.
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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
  • Monterey Bay - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 16 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 59 min drive - 69.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafé - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos Aptos - ‬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 14 Nov, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fabulous Views of the Ocean! on 16 Mar, 2027 start from S$3,217, 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 Fabulous Views of the Ocean!?

On-site 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!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fabulous Views of the Ocean! 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 Seascape Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 36 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beach House

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: The week was very enjoyable and across the street from the beach with parking which was great. Very quiet at night and busy during the day. It’s a great location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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

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 review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our experience was terrible. We encountered ants, spiders, filthy kitchen, mats, dishes, etc. that had to be washed before we could use them. When we tried to open a window for some fresh ocean air, we found the windows and frames broken so badly that they had to be kept open with pieces of PVC piping? Really? My family and I have rented many times on that same street for several years and have never encountered anything like this before and, believe me when I say, we will not rent through this company again. I even sent pictures of the filthy kitchen mats to Bailey and I received no response at all from them. Very, very, very unhappy.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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

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

so relaxed I forgot the date & days of the 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: Christina & Scott/Bailey were a great help finding the perfect place. It is a well supplied house with space for everyone to relax &/or engage. Many spots to sit back & watch the ocean waves - even from bed!. You are 10 steps to the beach for early morning walk, watching dolphin/seals/birds. Lovely stroll to Pixie Deli or Venus coffee/pastries. Even a 30 min walk to town other dining optiosn.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 review

8/10 Good

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
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