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Beach Cottage is a gem for those seeking an unbeatable beachfront experience. Unwind in its cozy atmosphere with 3 bedrooms, luxurious tiled bathrooms and beach-themed furniture or gather around the fire pit on the patio.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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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.

Picturesque Beach Front home

This smoke-free holiday home features barbecues. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please place all Linens and towels (excluding comforters and blankets in a pile.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 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 Registration Number 201119

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Picturesque Front Home Aptos
Picturesque Beach Front home Aptos
Picturesque Beach Front home Private vacation home
Picturesque Beach Front home Private vacation home Aptos
2791-208914

About the area

Located in Rio del Mar, a neighbourhood in Aptos, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. 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. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. 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
  • Seacliff State Beach
    Seacliff State Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
    The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Coastal Golf Course California
    Seascape Golf Club
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Aptos History Museum
    19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Picturesque Beach Front home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Picturesque Beach Front home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Picturesque Beach Front home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Picturesque Beach Front home located?

Located in Rio del Mar, this holiday home is within a 5-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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Picturesque Beach Front home Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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. 37 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

8.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

great place to stay

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 wonderful time at this beach rental, the weather was fantastic, surf spot right outside, and lots of beachcombing for rocks. The place is a bit dated, but clean and comfortable. The back bedroom is a little noisy from walkers passing by. Otherwise, highly recommend :)
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Louis S.

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: Beach house is clean, great location and access to the beach is excellent. We discovered the propane tanks to the gas bbq were near empty but a quick message to property management delivered a full one in timely manner. The twins bedroom is sandwiched between the other two bedrooms which was odd but would work for a family. All said we had a nice time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Monique F.

91st Birthday- Family Vacation

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 enjoyed celebrating my dad's 91st birthday making special memories that we'll cherish. House was fantastic and made us feel comfortable and safe. Clean and well setup for everything we needed. We look forward to staying again soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Karen T.

Sun and Fun on The Island.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 6th year staying at 272 Beach Dr. The house could really use a good deep cleaning. We do appreciate all the upgrades the homeowners have done over the years. Enjoyed walking down to Venus Spirits for cocktails and appetizers.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lori N.

Return renters

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. 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 recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have rented this house for the last 6 years. This is one of the best locations, however the house needs a major deep clean. We have always used their linen service, however the quality of linen is subpar. Next year we are bringing our own. The house was fully stocked with household items except toilet paper.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Breathtaking view!

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: Love being right on the beach with easy access! Loved the outdoor shower. Variety of beds, great for families! The firepit is an added bonus!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Great Small Home on the Island.

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: We have rented this unit for the last 5 years. Some great upgrades have been done over the years. The most recent was new deck railing, lounge chairs, patio furniture and storm shutters. Bailey property manager was quick to resolve the lack of hot water.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

Great beach house

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 place was very nice and relaxing. We really enjoyed our stay and it is right on the beach. We will definitely come back to this beach house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice. The whole family loved the place. We enjoyed everything, and everything functioned. And the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect for our needs. Kids and adults both enjoyed being right on the beach. Check in was easy. The kitchen had what we needed. One of the bedrooms can only be accessed through the other bedrooms, but we made it work.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Great 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 very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is my third time renting this house and it was once again great. Place was clean, with lots of towels supplied, outdoor area was perfect with a nice BBQ and fire pit. A few people who came for the day asked about maybe renting it. Highly recommend to anyone who likes to wake up right on the beach. During my stay this time, we saw whales, dolphins, and seals.
Verified

8/10 Good

Bud S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Thanksgiving getaway

Fine
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela Y.

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

Beautiful get away for two

Location of the property is amazing. Little market and deli a short walk from the house. We enjoyed the sunset from the second floor deck, and the next night sat by the fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Steps from the sand!

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 being on the sand! Nice cozy spot. Can’t ask for!! Great time!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Slawomir S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Avoid this place

Not recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

This house suited the needs of our family of four very well. There is no private parking space but we always found a place right out the backdoor to park. Our stay was only a couple of months after the big storms that battered the coastline here so the beach wasn't quite as pristine as usual. The big bummer was that we did not have beach access from the patio due to ordinances from the local authorities. The concern being that the rock wall is unstable. It looked far from unstable to us. This wasn't the property manager's fault. However, it did impinge on the vacation experience not to be able to walk out to the beach as we had planned. The management company in general was a dream to work with and was incredibly helpful and responsive, really great. Unfortunately, the house next door was under construction for a lot of the week, which made being on the patio not very peaceful. The views are incredible, the kitchen well appointed and the location was good for us. Overall a very nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Aptos Fun

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 38th year at 272 Beach. AlwaYs the best week of the year!!!! The house always has new surprises cozy just right for our family! So happy to find it saved from the storm. We loved having access be more private to the renters much safer for the grand kids. Looking forward to 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Beach House

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 was our fourth year staying at this darling house. It's very clean, and just steps away from the ocean. The management company is fantastic and very responsive to any concerns. We will be back - same time next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tonetta l.

Fun time in CALIFORNIA

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: Beautiful, better than pictured
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Roy B.

Beach Drive paradise

Rating Details: The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Beach Dr. In Aptos is less than 2 hours drive. The unit we stayed in was well equipped and was perfect for us. The view of Monterey Bay is literally feet away from the back door.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

MARK G.

The sound of the surf will lull you to sleep

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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 only drawback to the experience was the fact that the owner has placed barriers and chains along three sides of the back porch, which is off-putting and a visual distraction. If you want an unimpeded view, stay elsewhere.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Aptos beach apartment

Although this place was on the beach, it was the main walkway for people, so a lot of foot traffic. Bedroom situation was not ideal as all bedrooms were connected and center room had to walk through one of the other bedrooms to exit or use bathroom. Bedding was not clean. Blood on one of the pillows.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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: Walk for miles on the beach right out your back door.Super cozy, make sure you love the ones you’re with.Every gadget needed in this well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Bradley W.

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

Aptos in September

Enjoyed our stay and would do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022