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Breathtaking Beach Front House - Steps to the Sand

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Perched on Beach Drive, this 4 bedroom home boasts ocean views from every level. Enjoy the spacious second floor living room, master bedroom, patio and decks with full ocean vistas. With a gas and charcoal BBQ on the balcony with fire pit plus laundry facilities you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Breathtaking Beach Front House - Steps to the Sand

Permit#211291

Large 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with full ocean views from the spacious second floor living room, master bedroom, patio and both large decks. Just steps to the sand with breathtaking ocean views from all three levels. This home is on Beach Drive, where families have been vacationing for generations.

Three floors of ocean view

3rd floor:
-ocean view master suite with king, full bathroom, and private deck
-bedroom with 3 twin beds plus 3 cubby beds (twin size)
-second full bathroom

2nd floor:
-kitchen, living room, dining room, balcony with fire pit, gas and charcoal bbq

1st floor:
-bedroom with queen bed (ocean view)
-bedroom with 3 twin beds (ocean view)
-full bathroom
-laundry machine

House rules: quiet hours begin at 10pm. Please do not block the neighbors driveway.
Quiet hours begin at 10pm. No fireworks. Do not block neighbors driveway.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

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
Contactless check-out

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: $400 non refundable pet fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Breathtaking Beach Front House - Steps to the Sand Aptos
257068

About the area

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Rio del Mar, a neighbourhood in Aptos. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Visit our Aptos travel guide
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • 500px Photo ID: 99992469 - Doing a series of shooting Sunset on California Coast. If you are from California, you know the challenge that the photographers face.
    Rio Del Mar Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Take a tour
    Seacliff State Beach
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Coastal Golf Course California
    Seascape Golf Club
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nice, long hike today. Went down the Bridge Creek Trail, and then to Maple Falls. About an 8-mile total hike. Redwoods everywhere you look, and a deep dark forest that gave lots of 'mood'. We came across a tiny snake! It was just a few inches long, red back, sunning itself on a rock in the middle of the creek.
    The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Beer Can Beach
    8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    3 min drive
  • Whale City Bakery Bar And Grill Aptos
    3 min drive
  • Poki Bowl
    3 min drive
  • Marianne's Ice Cream
    3 min drive
  • Sushi Garden - Aptos
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Breathtaking Beach Front House - Steps to the Sand pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Breathtaking Beach Front House - Steps to the Sand?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Breathtaking Beach Front House - Steps to the Sand?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Breathtaking Beach Front House - Steps to the Sand?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Breathtaking Beach Front House - Steps to the Sand located?

Located in Rio del Mar, 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 2 miles (3 km).

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Breathtaking Beach Front House - Steps to the Sand Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

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

Family Bonding

Hard to beat staying right on the beach. Everyone enjoyed the house and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Awesome location

Literally on the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney D.

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

Great Stay!

We had a wonderful stay! Right across from the beach and a beautiful view. Had a great time with the whole family and we’re looking forward to booking this spot again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernest E.

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

Celebrating my 65th birthday with friends

Had an excellent time in this older style beach house, we would wake up to a beautiful ocean view just feet from the home it was an experience all of our friends would remember for a life time.Thank you Jaleh
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

home again

My wife grew up in Santa Cruz.....the property was in a spectacular location......the property itself could use a little refurbishing.....that being said it was fine....loved watching the whales and the anchovy run...amazing....would rent it again
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chuck M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

A short weekend

A dated property with a lot of very odd features but great location on a good day
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

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

Amazing home and location !

This was an awesome stay - the house looked just as nice as the photos. Amazing morning views from the living room and master. Host was extremely communicative. Kids loved it. Would highly recommend! It was a bit pricey for only a 2 night stay, but overall a great experience and location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Annual Beach Trip

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The views were amazing especially from the Master Suite on the third floor. The property had everything you need for a family beach vacation. Our grandkids loved sleeping in the cubbies and there was plenty of room for everyone. The BBQ was in good shape and so was the kitchen appliances and dishes. The parking was easy and convenient as well. We also appreciated the local bottle of red wine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry L.

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

great property

This was an amazing home on the beach. Big house with lots of beds which were very comfortable. Perfect for my daughter's 16th birthday weekend. The teenage girls loved the cubbie beds! Walkable to Rio Del Mar with cafe, deli and restaurant. Out door deck was relaxing and had a beautiful view. Grill was great. Master bedroom is big and private with its own balcony. It is an older, charming home. We all loved it. Just bring your own food storage things like tupperware and plastic bags if you need them. Can't wait to come back here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Bruce D.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Overall experience

Property is outdated. Found worms and centipedes in the kitchen each morning, that wasn’t pleasant. Master bath shower is a very slow drain, don’t like standing in excess water while I shower. Great view and location! Parking was better than expected!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Joanne C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Review

Location is great. Would describe house as funky. Huge stains in the upstairs bedroom. It was eclectic. Need new couches in living room. Overall, ok, but would probably not stay here again. Tightly wound spiral staircase is dangerous to lower level. Had one fall during visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

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

Blessing

Little outdated but overall clean with amazing views
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

Great location and views

Nice beach vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, house fit our needs well and Jaleh did a great job with answering our questions
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey S.

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

Excellent Family Beach Vacation

We visited the local attractions (boardwalk, Roaring Camp, aquarium) and spent most of the time enjoying the beach. The host was supportive of all needs, there were ample towels, and the home is wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

leslye c.

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

Everything was excellent

We throughly enjoyed are stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gianna V.

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

Beautiful beach views!

Fun beach house with a beautiful view of the ocean. Plenty of space for a larger group. We loved all the amenities it offered and would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

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

Met expectations

Fun rustic beach house
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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

Beautiful Location & View

Our family of 8 (2 kids) loved this beach house. We are active, and we loved being right across the street from the ocean. The house is dated, but it had nearly everything that we needed and no one complained. One suggestion would be to replace the bunk beds and twin bed in bedroom #3 with a larger bed that a couple could sleep in comfortably. Don't miss going to Marianne's Ice Cream while you're there. We will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

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

Lovely for walking shore line.

Relaxed view of bay. Full vista of sandy beach and horizon. Our dogs loved watching the people and cars pass by from front porch. Master bedroom and living room had fabulous view. All other bedrooms not so much. All family members were happy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

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

Great family beach get-away

We spent two nights, for Easter weekend. Fantastic location, literally just a few steps from the sand. We could sit in the family room, or on the deck and see the kids playing on the beach. Our family vacation included 4 adults and 6 children, ages 7-17. Everyone was happy with their rooms and beds. Great layout for family fun, plenty of room. No complaints and highly recommended. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely home and location but needs extreme updating!

Home location and view is amazing! Inside bathrooms and decor need extreme updating. No beach towels or beach chairs No extra wood for fire pit Outside trash cans were full All furniture and bedding are very outdated For the price/cost of what we paid I would expect the home to be more modern and have more amenities! I am also a US Army veteran and what I would request wholeheartedly is that the shredded and faded flag flying in front of the house be replaced. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022