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Delightful Home Steps To Sand

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Fireplace

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

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.


Limited Basic Cable

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



TOT Certificate #CO00115

Property manager

Bailey Property Management

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

House
Delightful Steps To Sand Aptos
Delightful Home Steps To Sand Aptos
Delightful Home Steps To Sand Private vacation home
Delightful Home Steps To Sand Private vacation home Aptos
2791-208923

About the neighborhood

Map
Aptos, California

What's nearby

  • Seacliff State Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • New Brighton State Beach - 9 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Capitola Beach - 15 min drive - 4.9 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
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee and Tea - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafe - ‬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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Delightful Home Steps To Sand located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation 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 mi (2 km).

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Delightful Home Steps To Sand Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

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
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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

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
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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

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
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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

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
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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

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

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

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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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

8/10 Good

Vivian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Pictures don’t do this place justice!
Cute cottage- property is clean and though the furniture maybe a bit worn, it all goes well with the vibe. Property presents a lot better in person. Property has everything you need including recently Renovated kitchen and bathroom and large backyard area. Proximity to Marianne’s ice cream and beach a plus!! Only qualm would be the humidity or wetness coming up from the floor. It makes your feet feel sticky and very cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aptos
Great, thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Steve C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in
Enjoyed our stay - wi fi didn’t work - property mgmt couldn’t help
Loved the location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021