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Seaside Sanctuary - Beach Front Home on the "Island"

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On the beach
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace
Imagine yourself on the 'Island' in a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home surrounded by ocean views and just steps from Rio del Mar Beach. Take a stroll along the beach to spot dolphins and seals, or enjoy activities like boogie boarding, surfing, or building sand castles.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Seaside Sanctuary - Beach Front Home on the "Island"

Stunning Beachfront Home in Rio Del Mar - Your Coastal Paradise Awaits!

Location, Location, Location! This beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the ultimate beachfront living experience on the coveted "Island" in Rio Del Mar. Step out of the living room through the door and onto the sand—perfect for beach strolls or relaxing by the ocean. Enjoy your morning coffee on the upper deck, where you can gaze out at the sparkling sea and listen to the calming sounds of the waves as you drift off to sleep.

The first floor features a fully equipped kitchen, a laundry room, a full bathroom, and a spacious living room complete with a cozy fireplace and a large window overlooking the ocean. Upstairs, you’ll find the second full bathroom and three comfortable bedrooms, two of which offer easy access to the upstairs deck.

House Rules:

This is a quiet, family-friendly home—not a party house.

Quiet hours begin at 10 PM.

Please respect our neighbors’ privacy and stay off their patio.

Enjoy our private patio with direct beach access.

What’s Included:

Private Beach Access: Step right onto the sand from your living room.

Convenient Amenities: The house is stocked with everything you’ll need, including a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities.

Beach Activities: Watch dolphins and seals swim by, go boogie boarding, surf, swim, or simply relax and collect seashells on the beach.

Local Attractions:

Walking Distance: Market, coffee shop, deli, and Cafe Rio Restaurant.

Nearby: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, local golf course, downtown Santa Cruz, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Pebble Beach Golf Course, and more.

Easy Parking: Limited to two cars per home; parking is first come, first served along the street.

Important Notes:

We do not advertise on Craigslist—please beware of scams.

For safety, avoid climbing on the seawall.

For peace of mind, we recommend purchasing traveler's insurance.
Do not use walkway, rock seawall, or neighbors patio for personal use. No fireworks or parties.

Property manager

Jaleh

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

New Listing! Beach front Home On The "island"! Best Ocean Views!
257063

About the area

Map
Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Seascape Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Capitola Beach - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 5 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Garden - Aptos - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafé - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaside Sanctuary - Beach Front Home on the "Island" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Seaside Sanctuary - Beach Front Home on the "Island"?

As of Aug 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seaside Sanctuary - Beach Front Home on the "Island" on Sept 1, 2025 start from CA $1,250.15, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Seaside Sanctuary - Beach Front Home on the "Island"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seaside Sanctuary - Beach Front Home on the "Island"?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Seaside Sanctuary - Beach Front Home on the "Island" located?

Nestled on the beach, this Aptos vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Rio Del Mar Beach and Seacliff State Beach. Seascape Golf Club and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Seaside Sanctuary - Beach Front Home on the "Island" Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bory P.

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

Great views of the ocean

Perfect for small family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

April M.

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

Cozy and Convenient

We loved the location and the place. It was perfect for us! It was cozy, quaint and my family loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan d.

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

Great location

Right on beach very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo C.

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

Perfect beach getaway

Location✔️amenities ✔️ease of beach access✔️accommodations ✔️. Our stay exceeded our expectations.I will definitely use this location again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie O.

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

Great house and wonderful get away

We had a great time. The house was in the perfect location and the weather cooperated to give us a once in a lifetime long weekend. The house had lots of amenities and our group of 5 adults had plenty of room to spread out. Everything was as advertised and the owner was responsive and very helpful. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect location beautiful view

This place was perfect and we were lucky it was such a beautiful sunny weekend (still perfect of it was overcast). The view of the beach was right at our fingertips. We will no doubt stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

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

Great few day get away

Everything was so great. A quick "Gal Geat Away". So enjoyed our time. Well equipped, very well maintained, and immaculate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

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

Great view

Wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Great spot on the beach!

This house couldn't be in a better location...right on the beach, and we could still walk for coffee, lunch, or dinner. Kids each got their own rooms. Great for a relaxing beach trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

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

Amazing Beach Rental

This house was just perfect. It was very clean, beds are very comfortable, the property manager was super helpful and responsive. The view is very special - right on the sand. 3 nice size bedrooms and 2 that look out over the ocean. We can't wait to come back and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

Great Oceanfront Home!

Had a wonderful stay at this oceanfront home in Aptos. Highly recommend if you are looking for a getaway in the Santa Cruz area. Clean and well equipped. We enjoyed the outside BBQ and walking up and down the beach. Quiet and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn F.

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

Worth every penny for the view, beach access, and accomodations.

We really enjoyed the location of this property. The accomodations worked great for our family, and being steps to the beach was so worth it. Furniture is a bit outdated, but still works great and gets the job done. Kitchen was well equipped and I greatly appreciated there was hand soap and basic showering soaps available. We would live to come back. The one thing that was a bit of a bummer was the neighbors back porch flood lights that were bright and ruined our ability to sit on the porch at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beach Heaven

Perfectly located...right on Rio Del Mar beach, short walking distance to Pixie Deli & Venus cafe/restaurant, short drive to other restaurants and grocery stores. It was everything we wanted in a wonderful beach holiday. Jaleh, rental manager, was excellent in responding quickly to any of our questions/concerns. We'd definitely stay again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

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

Awesome beachhouse!

Fabulous location right on Rio Del Mar Beach in Aptos. Comfortable and convenient home with pretty balcony for enjoying the ocean views. Lots of neighbors walking back and forth along the patio but it wasn’t too disruptive. Loved this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason G., Santa Rosa

Great location

The property was great for our family. Walk out your door and 20 feet later your in the sand. The beach was calm, safe and clean. Opening the bedroom slider and falling asleep listening to the ocean was very relaxing. The front walkway beach strip has many people walking and and running up and down the path most of the day. Everyone is polite, friendly and it just has a relaxing beach life vibe. Communication with the owner/manager was great and we hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Great location!

This beach front property is in an excellent location with walking distance to cafes and a small market, and of course the beach at your door step. The listing description is accurate and the house is clean. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

connie d.

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

Great Location!

Gorgeous views of the ocean right outside our door! Issues with refrigerator were promptly addressed and workable solution provided. Great communication from owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

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

Ocean view getaway

Just as described. Access to the beach was perfect; weather this time of year was overcast but not cold. Beach house was comfortable for my husband and I. The place was stocked with great appliances and nice kitchenware and we enjoyed the instant fireplace warmup when needed. Definitely a spot to return to every anniversary!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Suzanne G., Stockton

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Aptos

Was good except the house had not been cleaned prior to our arrival. The property manager fixed the problem but we were disappointed when we arrived and had to wait for the place to be cleaned
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Great get away spot

Right on the beach, with the sounds od surf at night. Close to neighbors, so fair amount of foot traffic around house and on beach, but nothing to interfere with our enjoyment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

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

Beautiful beach getaway

What a pleasure to arrive and find this rental property fully functioning... no faulty outlets, no signs of overabuse from excessive parties. It was pristeen. So charming, you have a locked gate walkway which adds security to the beach. You walk out the back and there's a charming strand walkway with joggers, dog walkers, etc., as you sit at the patio table and say hi as they pass. Eerie and awesome view of a 90 year old shipwreck that has a wonderful history... the SS Palo Alto. Bedrooms upstairs have a balcony with chairs to relax and enjoy the sound of the surf. We enjoyed watching pods of dolphins right off the shoreline as well as an abundance of seabirds and even a seal this is a must do getaway to decompress and get back to nature!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M., Modesto

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

Delightful location, beach is your front yard. Seven minutes to Venus Restaurant.

Clean, good location and home has everything you need for a short or long stay. Great media selection with all major channels and Netflix.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Margie P.

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

Beach

Small but had everything. Location makes it great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessie B.

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

Awesome beachside home

Great location, easy checking in and out, well-stocked kitchen, comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Labor Day weekend

We had a fabulous time - even though the beach was packed!! Very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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