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Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House

Holiday home in Aptos with kitchen and balcony

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Pub table in left corner of deck
Outdoor dining
Beach
Outdoor dining
another sunset...

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Aptos, CA
  • Place, Seacliff State Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House

If your looking for OCEAN FRONT , this is it! Regardless of the weather, you will love your stay here! Bring your binoculars to watch the sea life swim by...whales, dolphins, seals and otters!

Our cozy and comfortable beach house is located on the bluff above Seacliff State Beach and offers magnificent views of Seacliff State Beach and Monterey Bay. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms and will sleep up to six. The king bedroom has a sliding glass door that offers ocean views and sounds of the surf. The queen bedroom also has a sliding glass door that opens to the side patio. and you can hear the waves. The last bedroom has a double bed. There is also a small bonus room/den. The gas fireplace log set in the beautiful river rock fireplace makes it easy to stay warm on a cold winter day or warming up after a swim in the Pacific. Satellite TV is available in the living room, the king room, and the bonus room. Wireless internet is available to keep you connected. Our kitchen has a 5 burner gas range, convection microwave and granite countertops. It is also fully outfitted with utensils and table settings for at least 6 guests. Small appliances, pots, pans, and a wide variety of spices make it easy and fun to stay in and cook a meal. Or, walk to one of the several restaurants close by for a fun evening out. The Trex deck has a gas BBQ, outdoor patio furniture and is great for hanging out and entertaining. The driveway has parking for 2-3 cars. Just a short walk to the beach - this is the perfect place for a family vacation or a romantic getaway for two! Deck was expanded and a cable style fence was installed in March 2023 for your safety!

Stays in the summer time are 7 night minimum, Monday-Monday. Please send message to owner for other date options.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
The dishwasher must be completely empty, and all dishes must be put away.
Unfortunately, the cleaners do not have time to wait for the dishwasher, but they do completely clean the kitchen
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Any dishes used must be washed & put away prior to check out. Dishwasher can take up to 2 hours to complete, so take this into consideration.
Any linens used (towels, sheets) must be placed in laundry bags/basket prior to check out.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aptos

Located in Seacliff, a neighbourhood in Aptos, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the ocean. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Seacliff State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cabrillo College - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Potbelly Beach - 2 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Whale City Bakery Bar And Grill Aptos - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Poki Bowl - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Venus Pie Trap - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Aptos-Santa Cruz~Ocean Front Beach House located?

Located in Seacliff, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Seacliff State Beach, Aptos History Museum and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park. Rio Del Mar Beach and Cabrillo College are also within 1 mile (2 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. 91 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Betsy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was fantastic and well outfitted. We really enjoyed our stay. The patio had such amazing views and really allowed us to fully enjoy the beach experience. Our host was great and quickly responded to the one question we had. Highly recommend this home and hope to return for another visit next year
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at a beautiful location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful location, mesmerizing view, well appointed kitchen, comfortable beds
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect and you couldn't ask for a better view and weather! I would definitely rent it again. Location is easy to find and communication was available with the property manager. You won't regret coming here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen has everything one would need. Great fireplace. New BBQ. Beautiful views.For some reason we didnt get the door code so we had to contact VRBO. A bit difficulty with them but the Host came through by 4pm If was our second time here. We love the place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonja H.

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

Beautiful little spot

Wonderful spot for a short getaway. The views are excellent, kitchen is well appointed, and there is walkable beach access.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne S.

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

Beachfront Relaxation

The property is beautiful, the view of the ocean is stunning, and the area is just delightful. The host is very approachable and attentative if you have any questions. We had a fabulous time there and plan to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

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

A home filled with delights

From the streets you enter a comfortable inviting wonderland. Home decor fits the house, and it communicates the owners care and love for their place. You feel invited to enjoy the house as well as the incredible view of the ocean from the cliff. The house was well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Srinivas D.

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

Fabulous location of Sea Cliff Beach

The location was great. Scenic views of the beach from the living room, dining area and master bedroomNice deck and a beautiful little path to the beach Neighborhood is quite and there are some good restaurants within a 5 min walk House was nice. Just wished that the deck and chairs were dusted and cleaned. Same with the windows. They were are dusty obstructing the beautiful views. The bathrooms are tiny but ok.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

Comfortable but dated, great view!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Cassie F.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous View

The view was amazing! The house wasn’t as clean as we would’ve hoped. The oven was very dirty and the floors had crumbs on them. There was hair in the sinks and some of the dishes didn’t look clean. All the outdoor patio furniture was dirty and had cobwebs all over them. We would stay again but hopefully they can find better cleaners.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful stay

Everything was clean and organized.The kitchen is extremely well stocked with every kind of cooking utensil and appliance. Everything worked well with no problems. There were plenty of towels and blankets. There is a ton of room to sit around both inside and outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alana G.

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

349 coats

Very cute cottage. Only on gripe the bathrooms are just so tiny. Over all a great place and really enjoyed ourselves. Thanks Alana
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alycia W.

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

Our little getaway

Once again we had a perfect vacation at this home by the sea. Beautiful views easy access to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Beautiful restful and inviting

The VRBO presentation is very close to how the property presents. The layout of the house and patio is convenient and welcoming. The space is designed to provide the best space available for the best access to views. This is a wonderful retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Always a fantastic getaway

This was our second time we stayed in this property and it was just as amazing as the first. Can’t go wrong with waking up and being steps away from a peaceful morning walk along the ocean watching the waves and the wildlife. Gina was also quick to respond when assistance was needed, thank you for hosting another amazing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Wonderful week!

Great property, beautiful view, nicely furnished, property owner easy to work with. A great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

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

Great Location

We came here for a vacation with our adult daughters and two grandchildren to visit our son. The house was a great location for listening to the ocean and watching the ocean wildlife! Host was great to work with and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adan G.

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

Amazing Beautiful.

This was an amazing stay. Views were beautiful with easy access to a great beach and a short drive to Santa Cruz Harbor. Would love to return and highly recommended to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Beautiful on the bluff

We had a lovely stay. It was a large space for 4 adults but we liked having the elbow room. Only cramped space was the bathrooms. The dining area at the back of the house was surrounded by windows and the view of the ocean made it feel like we were on the deck when it was a little too cool actually be out there. The only down side was the windows on the ocean side need to be replaced. The seal has been breached and there is condensation between the panes impairing the view a bit. But when it is warm you can just sit on the deck with nothing but gorgeous views.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna N.

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

Girls Weekend

It was amazing!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz C.

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

Beach

It was perfect beach weather. The home is cozy & beds comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

nicole v.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Love the wood interior

Such a cozy beach house with an amazing view! Great location for cliff views of the ocean and access to the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia L.

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

Beautiful Views

We loved this location and the big picture windows with patio living. We want to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Perfect getaway

Views were breath taking at all times of the day and the house was well equipped with everything we needed for our family getaway. Beach was steps away and Gina was a great host and made it so easy to extend our stay when we weren’t ready to get back to reality. This place was everything we’d hoped and more!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gina Marciano

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Why they chose this property

Great weather, friendly people and the seclusion of being above the beach.

What makes this property unique

Walking the beach each morning, enjoying a sunset with family and friends, walking to Manuel's for margaritas and Mexican food. Great food, golf, and shopping are all close by. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is only 15 minutes away - take the kids for a ride on the Giant Dipper roller coaster. Or take a drive down to Monterey or Carmel to experience the amazing Monterey Bay Aquarium or the famous 17 Mile Drive through Pebble Beach.

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