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Delightful Home Steps To Sand

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Aptos, CA
  • Seacliff State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Capitola Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Delightful Home Steps To Sand

Permit 191367

This is a cozy 1 bedroom, 1 bath home situated 1 block from beach access to the Seacliff State beach. Just far enough to feel peacefully apart from the crowds, but just minutes from the sand. This popular beach runs just south of Santa Cruz and boasts miles of sand. There are a variety of restaurants, and a shopping center all within walking distance.
One of the many great features is the back yard/patio! Sit back and enjoy your favorite beverage while you BBQ or simply sit back and listen and enjoy the sound of the ocean.

This home is also available on a monthly basis. Please ask for rate and availability.



TOT Certificate #CO00115

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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:
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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

About the area

Aptos

Located in Aptos, this holiday home is near theme parks and near 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. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Seacliff State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Seascape Golf Club - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Capitola Beach - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Morgan Hill Station - 48 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Garden - Aptos - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafé - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee and Tea - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Delightful Home Steps To Sand pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Delightful Home Steps To Sand?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful Home Steps To Sand?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Delightful Home Steps To Sand located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Seacliff State Beach and Cabrillo College. Aptos History Museum and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shari B., Monmouth

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

Absolutely incredible! The back deck is amazing. Comfy beds. Great decor.

We had a lovely time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Marianne

Liked: Amenities, communication
The location was awesome. Cute house and yard, however, it was a bit smaller and 4 adults would be a tight squeeze as there’s only one full bed and a pull out couch. The bedding wasn’t the cleanest and there were ants in the kitchen. Overall wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Santa Cruz Graduation

Choose Aptos to avoid Santa Cruz…so glad we did. Great location, nice restaurants (Manuals & Whale City Cafe) Best ice cream (Marianne’s) Beach. House was perfect lots of outside space and loved outdoor shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Daniela V.

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

Great cozy house for a small family

Great location near the beach. Wonderful yards and close to restaurants and shoppers center. We enjoyed the opportunity of having a BBQ, however we never got to it ☺️ We would definitely book again.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

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

Perfect for a small family or couple

Nice little beach house. Awesome patio with a covered area surrounded with grapevines. We had a great stay in Seacliff. Very quiet neighborhood close to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Gayle L.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
The toilet overflowed within 2 hours of the 1st evening of my stay. The property management was very responsive upon notification and a plumber was onsite within 30 minutes. However, the property manager did not follow up after the service and did not send anyone to clean the bathroom of the toilet wastewater. This made me very uncomfortable. The old wood entry gate did not allow easy access to the driveway in front of the home. I needed to use a bungy cord to keep the gate open so my car would not get damaged during entry. No one advised me of this. I had a bungy cord in my car trunk to keep the gate open. The interior bedroom and bathroom is very small and does not allow any room for much storage. The 'rules' i was given about laundry and linens, upon arrival and regarding departure, made me uncomfortable. I couldn't fully relax and felt like my stay was overly monitored. The back patio is very nice. The front area gravel rock was difficult to walk on. One of the plastic chairs in the front yard was broken at the arm rest. Overall, I felt like I was in a 'dump' and was disappointed with the home. It was close to the beach and the time to walk there was accurate per the posting. It is best to accommodate only 1 or 2 persons. 4 Persons would be extremely cramped. I would not recommend this home to any vacationers, unless you are looking for cheap accommodations with very little amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel r.

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

Simple and Cozy

This place is great. The back patio is really nice. You can hear the ocean and the beach is close. The propane grill out back made cooking grilled tritip, lamb, and salmon easy. Would definitely do it again. The bed isn’t huge but we just got closer as a result.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

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

Great cozy home

We had a wonderful stay here. 5 minute walk to the sandy beach and a 7 minute walk to downtown where there are restaurants and ice cream! I recommend sleeping on the sofa bed as it’s a queen. The main bed is a twin and a little small. Besides that, the place is great and super quite. Perfect for a couple or a family of 3-4. 20 minute drive to the boardwalk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda Rose H.

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

Sweet hideaway

Very private and quiet. Easy access, no stairs. Can park the car right in front of the door. Spacious kitchen, dining area, and cozy living room. Great central heating system. Plenty of hot water and good water pressure. Incredible response from mgmt team each time we had a concern. The handheld shower head was very thoughtful and much appreciated. The place could use a deep cleaning. The double bed was very comfortable for 1 person or 2 small people. Really loved the quilt on that bed. Extremely cozy. The couch comes out into a queen bed. It's comparable to a very thick futon. You have to like sleeping on a hard surface. Really close to the beach. Make sure to visit the fabulous thrift store that is nearby and supports many local charities.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Silvia F.

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

Not comfortable

As you enter the home, there is a musty old smell throughout the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darren P.

Had a great stay in Sea Cliff

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: Visiting family in Rio Del Mar. We were able to have them over for dinner in the large and super nice back yard.
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10/10 Excellent

A great quiet neighborhood in a good location in Aptos.

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: It was a great location to my family in Aptos and to the beaches and shopping.You could walk to many of these things.The patio was also a great space for gathering.
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8/10 Good

Randy and Denise L.

Little Yellow Beach House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cute lil house, nicely set up for all a vacationer's needs; a well stocked kitchen, comfy and sturdy furniture, a few games and books, good wifi, a small, but cozy bed, lovely outdoor spaces front and back too, and the neighborhood is quiet and walkable! House is clean and tidy which is so appreciated, nice job housekeeping! I think "Steps to Sand" is a bit misleading, a short walk or a quick bike ride to sand is more accurate. Downsides: they provide first roll of toilet paper and then bring your own? I managed 2 dozen vacation homes in Tahoe for 17 years and NO ONE brought their own TP, it was provided. Plus, the one roll is a terrible one-ply! If you have the possibility of ants (no big deal as some climates are prone to them), please provide ant spray. We were surprised at the 10:00AM check out, it's way too early. This is not the norm for the vacation homes I managed in Tahoe or that I have previously rented. Lastly, the front gate is a bit narrow and challenging to get even a smaller car into the driveway, would be nice if it was made bigger as there is room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Maggie F.

Wonderful Little Beach Cottage

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: Have been vacationing in this neighborhood for years. Lovely little home on a quiet street, and a quick walk to the Beachgate Trail. Home was clean and all furniture has been updated since listing photos were taken. Love being able to walk to the beach as well as to town. We didn't use them, but there is a gas, and charcoal bbq as well as a firepit out front; there were boogie boards, beach chairs, and a few beach games in the laundry room to borrow too! Great little home, would happily stay here again!
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8/10 Good

Scott W.

February beach trip

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: A great stay and location. Unfortunately the beach was still closed due to the storm but the stay was still great! Always nice to stay in Aptos!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

FREDERIC B.

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

Petite maison agreable

Petite maison en bois agréable, 1 chambre + 1 canapé lit dans le salon, bien placée dans un quartier calme, proche de l'océan. La terrasse est grande et permet de bien profiter de l'air doux. Le temps étant humide, une couverture en plus n'aurait pas été de refus plutot que de chauffer la maison. Il y a aussi de la place pour garer la voiture dans la propriété.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

Cute place not far from beaches

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: There were a few things that disappointed us. The main bed felt smaller then a Queen. The comforter on the bed looked very dirty, like blood on it. Property management replaced the comforter with another that had similar stains, but not as bad. The front door didn't stay shut unless you locked it. The driveway looks flat in the picture but it is on a slope. You can get two cars in if the back end of the second car is sticking out the gate. There is no view from the property. It has a nice back yard. There are grapes growing in the back yard that draw ants to the house. There were ant traps around to help keep them out of the house. The things we liked about the house. It was a single level home with very few steps. It was easy for my 92 year old mother to get around in the house. We liked it because it has a kitchen. We enjoyed being able to make meals at the home. I bought a spaghetti server and left it there for others to use. There is a nice BBQ on the back porch, we didn't use it. People that BBQ would like it. Having a washing machine on the property was very nice. We liked the location. Close to the beach and lots of things to do in that area. Monterey Bay is close too and we visited there also. Property Management was able to take care of any problems and they answered our calls quickly and came and replaced a battery on the Carbon Monoxide detector that alarmed when the battery died. Later we found a battery in a closet across from the bathroom.I will stay at this property again in the future. I would recommend it for two to three people or a couple with a couple of children.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ana B.

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

Truly amazing stay!!

To start off, the home is beautiful! Very quaint and eclectic, the outside patio is magical and so relaxing - with an outdoor shower to boot. The interior is clean, a tad small but very comfortable… definitely keeping it on the books for a future trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

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

Cutest house!

Everything about our stay was awesome, very easy check in, and super close to beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie S., Ripon, Ca

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

A little jewel

We loved our stay here. There was a few small TLC issues but great staff. Great place, quiet neighborhood. Clean, and welcoming. Close to everything and nice enough to stay in. Thanks!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Amy L.

Cute little cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a perfect little rental for a couple. It is small but the living area is a good size and there is plenty of room outside for gatherings with family and friends. My only complaint is that the pillows were extremely flat and the bedding is worn. We also were only given 4 towels even though we indicated that we might have 4 guests. My mom and brother stayed with us for 2 nights and had no complaints about the fold out couch. It also would be nice to be provided beach towels since we came in from Texas and did not think to bring beach towels. They did have plenty of beach toys, including chairs and boogie boards which was very nice. We would definitely stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

HEAVEN IN A SMALL PACKAGE

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: Wonderful
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8/10 Good

A guest from Sonora, CA

Comfortable space - great backyard!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was 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 photos do not reflect many great upgrades. The back yard is finished with more seating areas and a nice table for six. This property is a a very comfortable space in a great neighborhood.

8/10 Good

Jill L., Aptos

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

Recent stay

The property was in a great location, a great neighborhood. It was short on several supplies. No extra toilet paper, no little extras like coffee, sponges, paper towels. Not enough blankets for the sofa bed
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lance J.

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

great stay

only the t.v. screen setting on wide was mentioned as an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

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