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Shore del Mar Unit #I: Oceanview Condo, Steps to Rio del Mar Beach

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TV, fireplace
Terrace/patio
Interior
Pool
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 690 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Shore del Mar Unit #I: Oceanview Condo, Steps to Rio del Mar Beach

Located in the heart of Aptos, California, Shore del Mar Unit #I is the perfect vacation retreat for beach lovers. Just steps away from the stunning Rio del Mar State Beach, this cozy and inviting rental offers the ideal location for your coastal escape.

Why You’ll Love It:
🪼 Sleeps up to 6 guests
🪼 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
🪼 Comfortable pull-out sofa in the living room
🪼 Designated parking spot

🪼 No Smoking, Parties, or Pets Allowed.

🪼Keyless entry

Amazing Amenities:

🪼 Stunning panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from your private balcony
🪼 Gas BBQ
🪼 Pool: Take a dip in the pool, exclusively for Shore del Mar guests, heated from May 1st through October 31st.
🪼 Wi-Fi: Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the unit.
🪼 Linens provided (just bring your beach towels!)

🪼 Self check-in

Nearby Attractions:
🪼 Just steps from the beautiful Rio del Mar State Beach, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or beachcombing.
🪼 Take a short drive to Capitola Village for charming shops, oceanfront dining, and stunning coastal views.
🪼 Explore local hiking trails, try your hand at surfing, or enjoy kayaking and whale watching in nearby Moss Landing.
🪼 Visit the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium or take in the sights at Fisherman’s Wharf.

Property Managed by Kendall & Potter Property Management CalDRE#00420520

Book your stay at Shore del Mar Unit #I and experience the ultimate beach getaway with stunning ocean views, a relaxing atmosphere, and everything you need for a memorable vacation!

Property manager

Kendall & Potter Property Management

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 972 sq ft (90 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 deadbolt lock
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

230i/shore del Mar I Views/ Pool 2 Nts Off/4 Nts Summer/holidays
9889ed23-05aa-4da6-a4d9-708dfa7f52bd

About the neighborhood

Map
Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 3 min walk
  • Seacliff State Beach - 4 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 12 min drive
  • La Selva Beach - 16 min drive
  • Capitola Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee and Tea - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafe - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shore del Mar Unit #I: Oceanview Condo, Steps to Rio del Mar Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shore del Mar Unit #I: Oceanview Condo, Steps to Rio del Mar Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shore del Mar Unit #I: Oceanview Condo, Steps to Rio del Mar Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shore del Mar Unit #I: Oceanview Condo, Steps to Rio del Mar Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building 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 mi (3 km).

Shore del Mar Unit #I: Oceanview Condo, Steps to Rio del Mar Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Trip
This property is awesome. The views from the kitchen, dinningroom and livingroom are fantastic. Definitely what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot but be aware of where you park.
Overall the place was great. The only thing I can say is the parking arrangements arent made clear as far as location goes. There is a parking lot at the bottom of the hill and there are parking areas up in front of the apartments. The apartments spots are labeled but I didnt see them untill after going to the pool. No biggie just something to be aware of. We would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Recharge your batteries…
“Top Shelf.” Everything about this place was award winning. I did not want go home! I will be back in September. Thank you for impeccable hosting. It made my wife so happy she cried!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lori M., Auburn, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Amazing views; complete panoramic of the entire Monterey Bay! Nice, quiet neighborhood. Great to have deli & small market at the bottom of the hill. Also nice to have free parking lot at the bottom of the hill; the walk down to the beach isn't bad, but when wanting to spend the day on the beach with chairs, umbrella, cooler, etc., it was convenient to just be able to drive down with all our stuff & unload it right there near the sand. Property management is extremely communicative and responsive. Only reason for giving 4 and not 5 stars is that while the condo is nice, it's a bit lacking in amenities (e.g.- no bathroom floor mats; had to use one of very few towels provided on the floor so as not to slip getting out of the shower; and, while the neighborhood is quiet overall, there was constant maintenance going on in the complex, making it noisy, hard to have windows open for fresh air & sleeping in.) Nothing major or "bad," per se; nothing that would keep me from booking here again if we wanted to stay in the same area again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne I.

Liked: Cleanliness
View of Waves and Sunsets!
Overall, a great stay. Fun to watch kids on the beach, or just the waves, even if you stay on the balcony. Unit is all one level, no stairs from parking. (There is one level of units below.) Beds were older but okay. A steep sidewalk down to beach level (5-10 min). Good sandwiches at the deli there. Restaurants a few minutes drive away. Capitola and Santa Cruz not far, but beware of work commute times on Hwy 1. It got unusually hot our last days (early Oct.) without an ocean breeze, but we found a fan in a living room closet. We didn't really cook, but there are extra pots/pans in the hall closet (& step stool). Coin laundry (quarters only) was helpful, but I had to ask a resident where it was. Wish they had mentioned that in listing info. (Go down farthest stairs to the left when looking at the building. Laundry is just before pool gate.) Units and parking spots are marked, but not all in alphabetical order. You'll figure it out.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View
The property was clean and comfortable. The balcony has a great view of the ocean and beach. It is a little hike downhill to the beach and uphill back to the condo. Great if you want a little exercise. Loved walking down to the small cafe for coffee in the morning. Overall, good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Adriana R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view!
Property was clean, comfortable and the view was spectacular!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Sonovia R.

Quick Getaway Trip.
Nice place to stay and get away. The view is beautiful. The only recommendation is that the kitchen items need to be upgraded and checked for cleanliness after each visit. Many items had to be washed before we could use them. Also, note there is no washer and dryer in unit. Being so close to the beach It would have been nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marsha T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular views!
What a wonderful way to spend my birthday weekend, amazing view of the ocean, beautiful weather and a bit of a storm. :-) Had a relaxing and enjoyable time at Franscondo. I will definitely be back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Kay S.

Great view but remote beach access.
We enjoyed staying here with our 9-year-old grandson for one of his three weeks of fall break. Some pluses include the spectacular view, newer and comfortable furniture, a glass wall of expensive soundproof heavy sliders, multiple sets of dishes/glasses/silver/cookware, big tv, gas fireplace, inside cleanliness, convenient unloading convenience, one assigned parking space on same level (some units are down a flight of stairs), fresh air flow - overall, just a feeling that owners care long-term. . Now the negatives: unit is third level up from the beach so we parked beachside a block downhill in a mini-mall. which was easy off-season with a handicap placard but would be nearly impossible with summer crowds. This is a second story in first of two separate buildings, sits on a high bluff above a street with another row of one-story condos below and directly beachside, so access is confusing and not explained in the repetitive and vast information provided.. There was also no explanation of the parking or how to find it (not obvious!) which is off-street in between multiple properties with NO on-street signage. Fortunately our daughter and hubby arrived earlier then we did, found on street parking (a miracle!) and scouted this out. The lack of outside cleanliness was a major disappointment. The balcony was completely unusable due to layer of mildew on the flat wood rail and flooring. The neighboring balconies are a mix of clean vs not, so it is possible to maintain clean surfaces. The front door lock also has layer of mildew atop it - not welcoming and all inexcusable. Beach access on foot would take at least 20 minutes up/down a steep hill. We were lucky to find beach-level parking as our grandson loved hitting the beach daily, even though water was very cold and days were windy (dress accordingly!). DR table overhead fixture either missing bulbs or needs an update, and sadly only one of four possible barstools are supplied. A strange contrast with the expensive windows, sliders, furniture, carpet and tile throughout. I hope this review helps you decide whether this is the right place for your precious vacation dollars. We had a great time but this may be better-suited for the view and relative quiet, not for easy beach access with young kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B., Sacramento, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach view & sound
A short walk to Rio Del Mar beach and exceptional views from the condo & balcony of this Aptos location made for the perfect 5 day getaway for the 4 of us. The Rio Del Mar market at the bottom of the street is a great bodega for all the stuff you forgot. Comfortable & clean, well-equipped, responsive management rounded out this package. The sounds of the ocean made for a relaxing and constant soundtrack for this trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Debra D., North Topsail Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome View and Location
Stunning view from all glass ocean view wall with deck. Great location on long public beach. Restaurants walking distance. Grocery nearby. Property is older but well maintained and furnished. Property management firm makes you drive to next town to pick up keys and then return them when leaving. There was one small bar of soap for two bathrooms, so bring your own soap, shampoo, etc. Played phone tag with management firm about signing contract.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

GERALD H., Oakdale

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Vacation
Great trip, place had everyth8ng we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kat S., Santa Clara, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice beach condo in a lovely, quiet neighborhood
The location of this condo relative to the beach is outstanding. Easy access to the beach, lovely view and nicely maintained. The sound of the ocean through the double sliding doors was heavenly and we were all comfortable in the accommodations. Thank you very much - would definitely book this location again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, needs a clearer address
The description is exactly right. The couch has a pullout bed, but is also comfy enough for someone to sleep on alone. Small, but functional kitchen...and the view!!! Wow! We stay at the beach in the region every summer. This was our first time at this condo and it was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carla K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorious Wall of Windows
The outstanding feature of this condo is its wall of living room windows overlooking the ocean. We are from the Arizona desert, and there is nothing more welcome than an ocean view, the cool sea breeze, and the sound of the surf. This place has those things in spades. It is clean, and has many amenities. Aptos is a lovely beach community. A couple of things are less than perfect: the beach takes a little walk or drive to get to, there are no screens to keep out bugs when you leave the doors open, and the back railing needs paint. But these are trivial. The view is so gorgeous you are practically at the beach while inside the living room. We left the doors open a bit to hear the sound of the waves, and there were almost no bugs. And we drove down to the beach and easily found parking. Those who are in better shape would find it nothing to walk. The management company was great, although you have to go to them to get the keys, which is a bit less convenient than them meeting you at the unit. No big deal. They were very nice. All in all, the only bad thing about this place is that we had to leave it and go back to the burning desert. :-(
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anubha G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay with amazing ocean view
Our stay was very relaxing with amazing ocean views. We were even able to spot dolphins both the days of our stay. The place was clean. Kitchen had all vessels. Supply of kitchen roll and scotch brite would have been helpful, but it didn’t really bother us. Overall , we had an amazing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Radhika K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach getaway!
This amazing view is breathtaking. The apartment is convenient with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The kitchen is well equipped even though counter space is limited. With the floor to ceiling windows, you can enjoy the beautiful view from the dining area, kitchen or living room. Having coffee while listening to the waves was spectacular. It is a short walk to the beach and downhill, but the trip back is all uphill. Very convenient and location is unbeatable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

clare j.

Liked: Cleanliness
beach holiday
had a great time with my mother over the christmas holiday, we enjoyed sitting on the deck watching the ocean.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
The condo was perfect. It was clean, quiet, had everything I needed, and the view and access to the beach could not have been better!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bob D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeds Expectation
As I write this entry I’m sitting on the condo’s sun drenched deck. Each morning and evening, from this balcony, I view a beautiful sunrise while looking to the East, and sunset while looking to the West. Yes, there are occasional reminders of being at the Cali Coast, such as intermittent fog, but a lovely gas-flamed fireplace fills the living room w/both warmth and ambiance. However, my final, and most joyful experience while staying at this property, is the expansive view of the ocean and roar of the surf. Looking out at the magnificent Pacific Ocean fills my heart & soul with awe and gratitude. Thank you to the property owner for sharing this jewel, and thank you to the helpful Kendal & Potter staff (especially Sandra and Rita), for being so helpful and responsive through this rental experience! Joanie

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

Liked: Cleanliness
great spot
amazing ocean view and well equipped kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sameer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed vacation at a beautiful location
Everything was perfect at this location. Our family was in desperate need of this vacation and was provided to us by K & P. Would definitely come back for another round and recommend to others.

6/10 Okay

Deanna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous view! But...
The view was amazing! But our stay was stressful. The temperatures were really high and there are no fans. The complimentary local activities were suspended due to COVID, but no one seemed to know it. The website was under construction and wouldn’t let me book, then when I called I was put on hold then eventually told the property manager had suspended all the activities. (Although county guidelines still allow water sports.) In one communication, we were told to put the garbage cans out on the curb, and there are no cans to put out. We made sure the garbage was in the hole in the ground, but it didn’t get picked up on the regular day. Neither did the neighbor’s. So we ended up carrying out our trash, so as not to get blamed for not doing what we were supposed to do. There is a gas fireplace, which is a nice touch, but it does not light by itself. We needed to use a candle lighter to get it to catch. It would have been nice to know this before we turned on the gas the first time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E., Sacramento, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location with gorgeous ocean views!
Our group of four thoroughly enjoyed this condo for our weekend stay. We spent most of our time, when we were at home, on the patio, watching the ocean, listening to the waves, and if it was dark, we turned on the fireplace. Everything worked perfectly and was configured so well for our group. We walked/ran along the beach daily, went to the museum, and had a delicious meal at the Rio Cafe at the bottom of the hill. I hope to return again someday soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020