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Aptos Cottage w/ Deck & Views, Only 2 Mi to Beach!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
TV, DVD player, music library

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Aptos Cottage w/ Deck & Views, Only 2 Mi to Beach!

Experience the roar of the Pacific waters and the zen of the lush California hills at this 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental. This 1940s-style, updated cottage will provide the ultimate coastal getaway with Rio Del Mar Beach just 2 miles away and Santa Cruz only 10 miles to the north. Sip your morning coffee under the covered porch while peering out over Monterey Bay. Come dinnertime, dine al fresco on the expansive deck with views of the rolling hills only the Golden State can provide.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Family Friendly | Free WiFi | Scenic Views

Experience a true respite when you and your family escape to this charming hillside cottage, furnished with the traveler's comfort in mind.

Bedroom Suite 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Cot, Pack 'n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, covered porch, patio furniture, outdoor dining areas, private yard, charcoal grill
INDOOR LIVING: French doors, vaulted cedar ceilings, 2 cable TVs, DVD player
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, breakfast bar, drip coffee maker, microwave, toaster, dishware/flatware, ice maker
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, high chair, central heating, linens, towels, beach towels
FAQ: Stairs required to access, quiet hours (10:00 PM - 8:00 AM), no A/C
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

BEACHES: Rio Del Mar Beach (2.0 miles), Seacliff State Beach (2.9 miles), New Brighton State Beach (4.7 miles), Sunset State Beach (8.0 miles), Walton Lighthouse (8.5 miles), Nature Bridges State Beach (12.8 miles)
NATURE & WILDLIFE: The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park (2.8 miles), Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (11.7 miles), Wilder Ranch State Park (14.1 miles), Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve (17.5 miles)
LOCAL DINING: Aptos St. BBQ (1.9 miles), Cafe Sparrow (2.0 miles), Burger. Aptos (2.4 miles), Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria (5.5 miles)
AIRPORT: San Francisco International Airport (67.3 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: This property does not offer air conditioning

Property manager

Evolve Vacation Rental Network

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Furnished lanai
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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

General

  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

2BR Aptos Cottage W/deck Views 10 Min Beach
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Aptos Cottage w/ Deck & Views, Only 2 Mi to Beach! Aptos
Aptos Cottage w/ Deck & Views, Only 2 Mi to Beach! Cottage
Aptos Cottage w/ Deck & Views, Only 2 Mi to Beach! Cottage Aptos
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About the neighborhood

Map
Aptos, California

What's nearby

  • Seascape Golf Club - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 11 min drive - 3.5 km
  • La Selva Beach - 14 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Capitola Beach - 18 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Gilroy Station - 40 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee and Tea - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Venus Pie Trap - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aptos Cottage w/ Deck & Views, Only 2 Mi to Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aptos Cottage w/ Deck & Views, Only 2 Mi to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aptos Cottage w/ Deck & Views, Only 2 Mi to Beach!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aptos Cottage w/ Deck & Views, Only 2 Mi to Beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Seascape Golf Club, Beer Can Beach, and Rio Del Mar Beach. Seacliff State Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Aptos Cottage w/ Deck & Views, Only 2 Mi to Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

wendy l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect place for us to stay over Christmas
lovely small home. well equipped. nice touches to welcome us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting, comforts of home.
My sweet Momma is the reason the beach is my happy place. It’s her favorite place to be .. she is now 81 with mobility challenges. It’s always my goal to take her to the beach for her birthday and finding places she can be comfortable and still enjoy the environment has become a challenge. This is our second stay in this beautiful cottage. It’s a home away from home with easy access to our favorite memories. I can still take her for a walk on the beach during the day and tuck back into this cozy home after. God willing I will be bringing her back soon. Everything we need, always clean, beautiful views . Backroads everywhere we want to go so we can avoid traffic. Love this place. Thank you for sharing the comforts of home !
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Henric A., Redwood City, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing little gem
Situated on a top of the ridge, you can see the ocean in the morning and enjoy your morning coffee and towards the afternoon you can have a beer while enjoying the mountain views in the back patio. Very relaxing and secluded, highly recommended to escape the stress of the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tyler G.

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Beach Getaway
This is our 3rd time renting this beautiful cottage in the hills of Aptos.... It is VERY special...can’t WAIT to come again next year 💕
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wharf to Wharf rental
The cottage was a wonderful place to stay for the weekend. The location was perfect, very quiet and safe neighborhood as well. The cottage had everything you could want - pantry stock with items, clean linens and very clean. We would definitely stay there again. Very nice experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Merav F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
We really enjoyed staying at the cottage, the location is great and the deck at the back was the perfect spot for breakfast and dinners. We highly recommend this place.

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Perfect beach getaway
We loved staying in the cottage and had a wonderful stay. It was cute, clean and cozy and had everything we needed. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

Magical
We spent 3 nights enjoying the amazing sunsets, close proximity to the beaches and simple walks in the gorgeous neighborhood. Highly recommend to any small family or small group. Very comfortable living and easy to feel like this is your own home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Great little cottage, with great views!
Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C., Lodi, CA

Loved it!
Wonderful accommodations! The home is equipped with everything you ever need including beach chairs; ice chest.... we loved the map of the kitchen showing where everything was stored! The neighborhood is quiet, scenery lovely! We will go back again.

10/10 Excellent

Joannie H.

Clean, cozy, and calm. Great place.
“Cottage” is the word we kept saying. We came up for my mother-in-law’s memorial gathering, which was a very sweet event, and 621 Vista Del Mar was the perfect place to leave from and come back to. While it is a two bedroom, one bath place, six adults and 3 under twos were just fine. The surrounding decks, location, and views made the place seem much larger, and the inside is well apportioned. We felt fortunate to have found such a place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Serenity
This is the 2nd time we've had the privilege to stay at this beautiful property! It is a SLICE OF HEAVEN!! Very well appointed, cozy, peaceful and inviting. We would recommend this property to anyone who is in need of complete peace and relaxation. We will be back NEXT YEAR!! Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Danny J.

Incredible views in a gorgeous neighborhood
The home was perfect for our family of five. It's small, but with the open floor plan, lots of light, and gorgeous patio space we never felt too crowded. We did a lot of cooking and found the kitchen had all we needed. We enjoyed out meals on the table outside. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful and the views were stunning. We'd stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

beautiful home
We arrived at the cottage just in time for sunset. It was so nice to have a view of the bay through the trees. It was a very peaceful little place. My family and I enjoyed it very much. My only complaint would be the door knob for the bathroom sticks and my 3 year old got stuck a few times. Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Abira Divakar R.

Great views, comfortable and cozy
Everything was clean, comfortable and cozy. House has good views of the bay from hilltop. Having washer and dryer in the home was a definite plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S., Scotts Valley, CA

Great spot!
Was a wonderful place to stay! Amazing views in a beautiful neighborhood. The host was very accommodating and would love to rent this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chandra J.

The sweetest little cottage!!!
We absolutely loved our little cottage getaway! Girls weekend, plenty of room, cozy, the porches were perfect to hang outside and enjoy the beautiful weather :) Perfect little spot with all the comforts of home, we will definitely be booking this one again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chandra J.

The perfect little cottage getaway!
All the comforts of home, quiet, cozy and lovely. We enjoyed the porches Every morning and evening to relax and appreciate the beautiful weather. Such a sweet little cottage, we will be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Albertus R.

Super fijne woning!
Heel fijn huis, alles aanwezig, zeer compleet. Gewoon super oké. Een 10!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Magical Getaway
We loved this beautiful "treehouse" cottage in the hills of Aptos. It was the perfect getaway for my husband and myself. It is very quiet and serene. The property is well appointed and very clean. Thank YOU for a wonderful romantic time.....we WILL BE BACK!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jagdeep T.

Peaceful and unique home away from home
Perfect little retreat! It had the perfect mix of old world charm with all the convenience of modernaity. The location is perfect easy access to Santa Cruze which has a great old style boardwalk, Monterey with its great sea food and opportunity to whale watch. The beach at Aptos is lovely in itself and we were lucky enough to see whales from the beach just spectacular!! The cottage itself is clean and well equiped everything has been thought of to make your stay as comfortable as possible. There are a choice of supermarkets in a short drive and a plethora of lovely resturants. All in all a highly recommended rental.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patti D.

Fabulous family Christmas in Aptos
We came to Aptos for a family Christmas with our Children and 2 granddaughters. This home was absolutely perfect for us. We love being outside and with a deck on each side, one facing morning sun, the other getting the afternoon light, was perfection. We arrived in pouring rain, and as that gave way to a low fog in the valley off the back of the house, the view with smoke from chimneys rising among the glistening trees and interesting rooftops was stunning.... we could not believe the beautiful scene. From the front we realized we were looking at the ocean, with the clouds just above. It was such a calming and beautiful beginning to our trip. Bed was super comfy, house heats quickly and adjusts easily to the temp we wanted. Plugged my iphone in and the music sounded great. Kitchen well appointed (except no regular sugar for my impromptu Lemon Drop!! ) Wonderful home, thanks for sharing it with us. We look forward to using this as a home base when we visit as often as we can.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lynell Marchese Z., We have a home in NC but I worked in Ivory Coast

a very cozy well equiped cottage
darling well equiped house with beautiful decks, we enjoyed outdoor bbq, great kitchen, good beds, ...would highly recommend for price and location....fantastic beach nearby....family...and dog beach...not crowded....good stuff to see in santa cruz and even watsonville, otters at mossy end landing....perfect....only drawbacks: water not hot enough for a good hot shower, have to pay for even normal cable channels, the check out was extended for us til noon, person managing, very personable and efficient....highly recommend, wonderful view, quiet as well
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Karina A.

Charming cottage.
We had an amazing weekend. This little cottage had everything we needed. It's deck and patio was perfect to BBQ dinner. The location was good. Not far from everything we had plan to do. The cottage is small but the space is used well. The only down fall where the beds. The twin matrasses where hard and you could feel the springs in the pull out couch. Also wished check in time was earlier. Other the. That loved our stay.