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500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river

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Beach
Exterior
2 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Aptos, CA
  • Popular LocationRio Del Mar Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSeacliff State Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCapitola Beach14 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)87 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4
1000 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river

The Coast Queen is a wonderful house for a pleasant getaway to the coast for the weekend. It's a perfect place for a family, a couple or even two couples. It's a short two minute walk to the beach (and coffee shop, deli, corner market, and restaurants) providing a great anchor for days at the beach, yet it's only a few miles from Santa Cruz to enjoy the wonderful food, and activities in Santa Cruz.
Rio Del Mar is one of the last of the quaint, small village areas on the central coast. You can walk about a mile north from here, and seemingly endless miles south. We are close to the cement ship as well.

The house has been recently remodeled, with new floors and appliances in a full-stocked, fully functional kitchen. The deck upstairs is a wonderful place to hang out on sunny and shady days (with a movable umbrella if you're a shade-lover), along with an outdoor grill.
There are flat screen televisions both upstairs and downstairs, along with basic cable and free Netflix. We also have high speed internet.

We have a car port for two cars off street parking.
We are a legally permitted vacation rental in Santa Cruz County.

We also have - special for kids - a Harry Potter closet! It is equipped with a super comfy mattress-type thing, and pillows. (We are still waiting for an owl to find us.) Kids have been known to read books there for hours, sleep there, and play spooky games there too. (There is good light in there, for those who want it.)

We are dog friendly BUT WE HAVE A PET POLICY. If you are interested in bringing a dog you MUST tell us at the time of booking. We will share our pet policy and you must agree to it. If you do not tell us you are bringing a dog (and agree to our pet policy), we will charge an extra $200 cleaning fee.

We have a general maximum of four adults. If you plan on having more than 4 adults, you need to check with us. We charge an extra fee of $20 per night for extra adults.

Property manager

Myriam Cohen

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: We do not allow smoking on the property.

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please contact us for details.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property

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, a first aid kit, and 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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

500 Feet Ocean 500 Feet River House Aptos
500 Feet Ocean 500 Feet River Aptos
500 Feet Ocean 500 Feet River
House
500 Feet From the Ocean 500 Feet From the River
500 Feet From the Ocean, 500 Feet From the River Aptos

About the area

Aptos

This vacation home is located in Aptos. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Sky Glider are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 2 min walk
  • Seacliff State Beach - 4 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 12 min drive
  • Mystery Spot - 13 min drive
  • Capitola Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 17 min walk
  • The Hideout - 3 min drive
  • Marianne's Ice Cream - 16 min walk
  • Parish Publick House - 13 min walk
  • Venus Pie Trap - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river located?

Situated in Aptos, this vacation home 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 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 113 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Retreat
There was plenty of room to spread out. I appreciated the heater in the master bedroom. It was very comfortable and super close to the beach and coffee shop!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray O., Roseville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach Getaway
Great time spending a sunny winter-day at the beach. Great location! Home was nicely decorated, comfortable and beachy. I appreciated the check in emails from the owner, the easy/secure parking and large outdoor deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruno H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santa Cruz
Very comfortable home great location and very quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Callie H., Grass Valley

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip
Great, cozy, comfortable place! Enjoyed the accommodations very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J., Harrisonburg, Va

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Stay
The property was clean, good kitchen and living space had plenty of room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple & satisfactory!
Great location to beach, cute and tidy home; love the local recommendations in the guest book. Thanks for a good time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Pamela R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
The location was great, but the unit was a bit disappointing. Bedrooms very small, cramped. Linens and pillows not so nice. Good towels, but no hand towels. Kitchen was was nice but dishes, towels , glasses and utensils were in short supply.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love the Coast Queen!
This was our third stay. We love the comfort of the house and the proximity to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love the Coast Queen.
3rd time staying. We love the comfort of this house and the proximity to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison R., Folsom, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
The house was adorable. The location was perfect. The owners were amazing to work with. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was stocked. We had a fantastic time and will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022