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Charming Beach Front Home on the Island

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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
TV, fireplace, stereo
Exterior
On the beach
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Beach Front Home on the Island

Unharmed by the recent storms! Stairs to the beach are open.

*I recommend purchasing travelers insurance due to potential shutdowns *

We want you to know that we're doing our part to help our guests stay. Here are some ways we are helping:
-Cleaners wear gloves and masks
-Cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces before you check in
-All sheets, towels, and pillow cases are washed and bleached between guests
-Duvet covers of all comforters are washed between guests
-Disinfectant cleaning supplies and wipes are provided

Welcome to the perfect family vacation destination! Our charming 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom house is RIGHT on the beach. No walking across the street or driving to get to the beach. You can watch the children play in the sand while you relax and play cards from the deck. We are the only house on the "Island" strip with a gated deck. It's the perfect house for a memorable vacation, family reunion, or just an oceanic escape! The same families have been visiting our home for over 15 years and continue to bring the next generations for a truly memorable family tradition.

This 1930's Greek styled home offers 4 spacious bedrooms that all have views of the ocean, a cozy fireplace to keep you warm during the winter season, a large entertainment deck downstairs, and a more intimate deck upstairs. Included is also a washer/dryer, dishwasher, 2 televisions with DVD players, and free WIFI.

We do not advertise on Craigslist. If you see an advertisement for our home on Craigslist it is a scam.

House Rules: This is not a party house. Quiet hours start at 10pm. It's very important to stay off the public walkway, rock seawall, and neighbors patio.

Rio Del Mar Beach: View the dolphins and seals swimming up and down the ocean during the strolls on the beach. Bring your binoculars for whale watching! Other activities include boogie boarding, surfing, swimming, sea shelling, and building sand castles. It is the perfect playground for everyone!

Walking to shops:Walking distance to the Market, coffee shop, deli, and Venus Restaurant. A short drive to grocery stores and theaters.

Places to visit: Down Town Santa Cruz, local golf course, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Carmel, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Pebble Beach Golf Course, Santa Cruz Harbor

Property manager

Jaleh

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

257066

About the area

Map
Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 1 min walk
  • Seacliff State Beach - 4 min walk
  • Seascape Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Cabrillo College - 4 min drive
  • Capitola Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee and Tea - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafe - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Beach Front Home on the Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Beach Front Home on the Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Beach Front Home on the Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Beach Front Home on the Island located?

Nestled on the beach, this Aptos holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Rio Del Mar Beach and Seacliff State Beach. Seascape Golf Club and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Charming Beach Front Home on the Island Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vivek S.

Nice location and arrangements
This is a great location right on beach ; convenient and nicely maintained ; enjoyed stay with family very much
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Beachfront bliss!
We had such a great time at this house directly on the beach at Rio Del Mar! I would highly recommend, the patio and sunsets were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea S.

Amazing trip
Our family had such an amazing family get away. The house and view was amazing. We are hoping to plan another trip in the future here :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Girls Trip 2023
We had such a lovely time at this incredible beach house! The location is choice and we had all the amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Great house
Love the house on the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Darlene C.

Repeat vacationer!
This was our 3rd time at this great beach property. Everything that you would need for a perfect vacation. Love the location, and raised patio.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C., California

Family week at the beach.
The location is perfect! The house is charming and well equipped. This is our fifth stay at this property and we’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Fantastic view
Best location ever. Right on the beach. Will definitely stay here again everyone enjoyed the sights and sounds of the ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shawna P.

Beach house
Property was just as listed! Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Great owners, perfect house on the beach. We h
Hate to leave, its that nice here! Would definitely recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Culver Family Vaca
The big plus was the raised and private deck especially now that the walkway has pedestrian public access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lia K.

The property and the VIEW is amazing! Super for families!
We really enjoyed the location and the home itself. We will definitely be back! Owner is super responsive and very accommodating. Great experience overall. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne M.

Exactly as I wanted
This property was clean, quiet, large and spectacularly located. I would rent again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

Great spot for our group of family and friends
We loved our stay here! The location is terrific. It was wonderful to be able to look out on the ocean every morning and walk right out to the beach without having to cross the busy road. The deck is really great — the little ones could play outdoors but still be safely inside the gate. Communication was clear and easy, and our group found the place to be very comfortable. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

geniveve r.

Fun Beach Property
Super fun, cozy place right on the beach in sunny Aptos. Comfortable beds, a very well stocked kitchen and STUNNING views from almost every part of the unit. One thing to be aware of is you do have very close neighbors on both sides and constant foot traffic basically right alongside the porch and one of the bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sally L.

An Absolutely Ideal Family Reunion Spot!!
We were a family group ranging in age from under two up to 81 and we ALL had a wonderful time here!! Being able to enjoy the sea views -- whales, dolphin, seals/sea lions and thousands of birds!! what an exciting time!! -- from inside, from the lovely porch and, of course, from the sand just outside the door!! We certainly hope to be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Jerry F.

Liked: Location
Nice house on the beach, NO parking!
Great access to the beach, nice upper and lower decks for viewing the beach and ocean, and well supplied and stocked house. If you like your neighbors very close and people walking close by your windows, you will love this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Beautiful Beach House
Our family had an awesome Easter vacation. The beach house is beautiful! It is so cool to walk out the door and onto the beach. Saw dolphins and sea lions and of course the surfers were spectacular!!! Jaleh is super nice and makes you feel very special!!! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Cheryl H.

Family vacation
Great time dishwasher didn’t work
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Right on the beach!
Had a wonderful stay at this property. Communication was clear and concise, responds to emails quickly. Property was ready on time, very clean and sanitized, and kitchen was well-stocked. Cable TV downstairs, DVD player upstairs. There is constant public foot traffic, but the patio is elevated above the passers-by. Look forward to renting it again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Great Location and Wonderful Experience.
Because of a very large and unusual storm, the wifi did go down a couple of times. Other than what the storm caused, the visit was perfect. My 14 year old grandsons spent many hours exploring the beach and town. My 93 year old mother in law really enjoyed the view from the patio and a very enjoyable walk along the shoreline. My entire family left the home all saying that it was a great trip well worth the price. We highly recommend this property to antone wanting to spend time on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Right on the sand!
This was a wonderful property that had ample room for all seven of us. Parking was easier than expected and check-in went well. This delightful little property is right on the beach. The waves are just outside your front room windows and you are enveloped in the whole seaside experience. The property was pristine clean, and Jaleh was very responsive to any concerns we had. It’s unfortunate that the weather just wasn’t going to cooperate with us though, but Jaleh was very kind and accommodating and quickly responded by reimbursing us for a day lost to a dramatic storm. We definitely hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

tom k.

Perfect location
Amazing time with family and our elderly mother. She was able to make it out on the beach after being teased by watching the waves from the kitchen window. Location is perfect to watch waves and the ocean from the kitchen table/living room. Also, people walked by all day with lots of dogs so we got some people watching too. Path goes along the ocean both directions for awhile where there are entry points to the beach along the way. Beds were comfortable and we could open the windows to hear the ocean at night. The kitchen is on the smaller side but we cooked meals each day for 5 with no problem. Kitchen table was late enough for 5 to eat and play games comfortably. We drove to some wineries which were only ~15 min away up in the beautiful hills one day too. All in all - it was what wanted and needed for my mom and we enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Joann S.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

barbara k.

family vacay
perfect for our family. loved being on the beach, walking distance to stores/cafes on the esplanade. fortunately, great weather. might have been too cozy if we would have all have had to stay inside
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024