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The Waves – Spacious, Stylish Beach Retreat

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A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean.
Kitchen
Living Area
Staircase
The Waves

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Seacliff State Beach

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Aptos, CA
  • Place, Seacliff State Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom #1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Aptos

Seacliff, a neighbourhood in Aptos, is home to this holiday home. 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.
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Seacliff State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Monterey Bay - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cabrillo College - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Morgan Hill Station - 51 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loft Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Farm Bakery Café & Gifts - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Venus Cocktails & Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos Aptos - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waves – Spacious, Stylish Beach Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waves – Spacious, Stylish Beach Retreat?

As of 27 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waves – Spacious, Stylish Beach Retreat on 25 Feb, 2027 start from S$4,007, 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.

What time is check-in at The Waves – Spacious, Stylish Beach Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Waves – Spacious, Stylish Beach Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Waves – Spacious, Stylish Beach Retreat located?

Located in Seacliff, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Seacliff State Beach and Monterey Bay. Rio Del Mar Beach and Aptos History Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location locationIconic house on the waterLoved it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2026
We are so happy to hear you loved the location! We look forward to having you stay with us again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful common spaces
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct, 2026
We hope you and your guests had a wonderful stay! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach was fundamental! Views were beautiful! Host was very helpful & friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2026
Were so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really special, beautiful place. We loved hearing the waves and watching the sea creatures play from the deck and living room. Comfy beds, and lots of them, as well as a big table and kitchen with all the tools and dishes we needed, made this a great place for our family to gather from across the country. Lots of things to do nearby, and don’t miss Marianne’s Ice Cream or Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant, two classic neighborhood favorites!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2026
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re thrilled your family had such a special stay and enjoyed the ocean views, sea life, and local favorites. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We Absolutely Loved staying here! The privacy! The views! The deck! The steps to the beach! It was all amazing for our family! Loved we could sit on the deck and see our grandkids playing in the sand! It was perfect weather! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2026
Hi Stephanie, we're so glad your family enjoyed their stay! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is a 10 out of 10!Amazing views, right on the beach. Super cute, rustic beach house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2026
Thank you for staying with us and we hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, beautiful views. Excellent location being close to Santa Cruz and not far from Monterey. Not sure if it was perfect timing, but we saw whales feeding every day while relaxing on the deck. It was almost as if the whales came to see us. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a beach front property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2026
We're so glad to see you enjoyed your trip. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Place

Great location and views. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils and beds were great.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan, 2025
Thank you for your kind review, Nick! We hope to welcome you back again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is perfect! It was great to open windows and hear the waves!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach Getaway

The place was amazing and in the perfect location. It was the best view to wake up to you and want to come back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2025
Thank you for your kind review Katherine! We hope to welcome you back again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Wonderful location , loved every minute.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May, 2025
Thank you so much! We're thrilled you loved the location and had such a great time. Hope to welcome you back soon! 🌊✨
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Views

Overall the house was amazing. The views and access to the beach are great! The hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2025
Hi Ameet! Thank you for your kind review! We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful private beachfront location

The location of this property is wonderful and the place was roomy and clean. the kitchen was brand new and very well stocked. we had a great time hanging out and taking short day trips to some wonderful sites!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2024
It sounds like you had an absolutely delightful stay! Here's to more wonderful adventures in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was amazing. The host was readily available for questions and very helpful. The views surpassed expectations. Would love to reserve again. Be sure you visit Marianne's Ice Cream Restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Memorable Vacation

Location is stunning and the property takes every advantage of the view. Property managers were available and thorough with guidance. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2024
Melanie was an absolute pleasure to host. They were respectful of the home and house rules.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful deck right to the beach. Kitchen is a little small but well stocked. House is very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at the house earlier this week. The house is beautiful, with large glass windows that provide unobstructed views of the ocean. Stairs from the deck lead straight to the beach. Will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr, 2026
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay! The windows and direct access to the beach is a guest favorite! We hope to welcome you back for days at the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location - loved the easy access to the beach. Comfortable bedrooms and nice common area - we enjoyed the puzzles and children’s books. We also loved the big deck. Check in was easy. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes, flatware, pots and pans and we appreciated the outdoor grill.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the location, the beach access, and all the thoughtful touches in the home—especially the puzzles, books, and spacious deck. Glad check-in was smooth and the kitchen and grill met your needs. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary

Had a great time. Good location and lived up to the expectations I had. Would love to go back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re happy to hear that you had a great time and that everything met your expectations. We’d love to welcome you back anytime, looking forward to your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Views

Really nice location if you want to stay right on the beach! Gorgeous deck views. One of bedrooms is a loft so privacy is limited for a larger group.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec, 2023
Maura, Thank you so much for leaving a review! We hope to have you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ocean at your feet

It was so fun for all . Lots of places to cluster together and visit. The issue with the heat down stairs was resolved quickly with the fire wood and it worked fine .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2025
Thank you for such a kind review! We hope to welcome you back again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was helpful but we had no water in the house when we arrived. It took phone calls and waiting for the water company to reconnect service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan, 2026
We are happy to know we were helpful in this unforeseen circumstance. We hope that despite the water company going to reconnect the water for your stay, that you were able to enjoy the property!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home on wonderful beach

This home was perfect for our us, our kids and grandkids ages 8-13! We loves the open floor plan, floor to ceiling windows and huge extended deck. We watched at least 10-15 whales breaching and splashing each day. The watee remp was perfect for boogie boarding and stand up paddle boarding.The beach seems almost private, not congested at all.We had several corn hole tournaments on the spacious back deck and loved the gas bbq.All bedrooms were very comfy and the bunkroom was a huge hit with the grandkids.Close to stores and dining spots.Property management was very professional and responsive to our questions.We can't wait to return to The Waves next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you and your family again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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