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1. Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (78 reviews)
"Great place for the price. The bbq/fire pit area,along with the view is 5 stars! Hosts are responsive. Close drive to town, beach …"
United States
Kimberley
The price is CA $236
CA $472 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

2. Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Excellent location, family loved the accommodations and beautiful sunsets."
United States
Gustavo R.
The price is CA $182
CA $715 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

3. 3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"It was a beautiful house and had everything we needed."
United States
Ken B.
The price is CA $195
CA $924 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

4. 3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Great family vacation home."
United States
Grace M.
The price is CA $264
CA $853 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

5. Ocean view! Fantastic Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

Ocean view! Fantastic Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
" Very impressed with location, accommodations and great view!"
United States
Leland B.
The price is CA $307
CA $737 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Ocean view! Fantastic Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

6. Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck

Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck
Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"It was perfect"
United States
Holly H.
The price is CA $221
CA $708 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck

7. Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit

Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit
Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Very family friendly and a short walk to the beach"
United States
Rebekah
The price is CA $268
CA $995 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit

8. Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (270 reviews)
"Great host and location."
United States
Travis
The price is CA $277
CA $529 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

9. Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Fantastic stay."
United States
Travis
The price is CA $307
CA $737 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

10. Stunning Ocean View Apartment - 3 bedrooms

Stunning Ocean View Apartment - 3 bedrooms
Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"A fantastic apartment with an amazing view. Fully equipped, clean, and well designed. There's a bit of a hill to the beach and neighborhood restaurants but even my old knees managed it. Pro-Tip - take the smallest bedroom and wake up to a view of the ocean!"
United States
carollee c.
The price is CA $214
CA $805 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Stunning Ocean View Apartment - 3 bedrooms

11. Rio Del Mar Beach House - Breathtaking Views!

Rio Del Mar Beach House - Breathtaking Views!
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"We had such a great time and the place was perfect for us. 4x adults and 2x kids. Everything we needed and the team were great to deal with…"
United States
John W.
The price is CA $364
CA $1,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Rio Del Mar Beach House - Breathtaking Views!

12. Serene Mountain Home with Ocean View!

Serene Mountain Home with Ocean View!
Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Very nice place with lots of space "
United States
Mayme R.
The price is CA $378
CA $1,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Serene Mountain Home with Ocean View!

13. Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Seacliff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Overall, it was the perfect place for a quiet, restful weekend getaway. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shopping areas. "
United States
Alex D.
The price is CA $477
CA $1,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

14. "2-bedroom Condo with Excellent Ocean View at Seascape Resort, Aptos"

"2-bedroom Condo with Excellent Ocean View at Seascape Resort, Aptos"
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (166 reviews)
"Great location, awesome views, very comfortable. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Mark G.
The price is CA $522
CA $995 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
"2-bedroom Condo with Excellent Ocean View at Seascape Resort, Aptos"

15. 1960's Rio Del Mar Beach House - Stunning Views!

1960's Rio Del Mar Beach House - Stunning Views!
Rio del Mar
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Loved being so close to the beach"
United States
Mari B.
The price is CA $275
CA $926 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
1960's Rio Del Mar Beach House - Stunning Views!

16. Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Seacliff
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"A very peaceful and serene home that is thoughtfully appointed! I enjoyed my stay very much!"
United States
Michelle S.
The price is CA $314
CA $1,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

17. 2 Bedroom Seascape Getaway - 5 min from beach!

2 Bedroom Seascape Getaway - 5 min from beach!
Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"We had some cleaning issue upon check in. The management company was able to address it the next day. The location is quiet and short walk to the beach. "
United States
Xin G.
The price is CA $250
CA $709 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
2 Bedroom Seascape Getaway - 5 min from beach!

18. Luxury Garden View - Seascape Beach - Heated Pool

Luxury Garden View - Seascape Beach - Heated Pool
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Very comfortable throughout my stay!"
United States
John B.
The price is CA $342
CA $702 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Luxury Garden View - Seascape Beach - Heated Pool

19. Beachfront Aptos Home - Right on the Sand!

Beachfront Aptos Home - Right on the Sand!
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"The view of the ocean was awesome!"
United States
Steve P.
The price is CA $362
CA $1,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Beachfront Aptos Home - Right on the Sand!

20. Cozy retreat near woods and sea

Cozy retreat near woods and sea
Aptos
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Peaceful and very comfortable, we were very happy with the location and amenities."
United States
Maria Michelle D.
The price is CA $640
CA $982 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Cozy retreat near woods and sea
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Find out more about Aptos

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Aptos. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Aptos?

Yes, we give you a choice of vacation rentals where you'll be just 6.4 mi (10.4 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, offering you a more secluded option to escape the hustle and bustle. Visitors to Aptos speak positively about the popular beaches and top-notch restaurants in this destination. Make sure you have time to check out the cafes while you're in the area.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Aptos?

Beach House Overlooking Seacliff State Park and Rio Del Mar Beach, Aptos: Visitors give good reviews to this Aptos vacation home rental, which is located near the beach and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of the selection of games in this rental home to help you unwind. Some other homes for rent in Aptos include 1950's Beachfront Home - Stunning Views! and Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!.

How many vacation rentals are there in Aptos?

Choose from 120 Expedia vacation rentals in Aptos for a memorable vacation.

What can I see and do in Aptos?

Monterey Bay and Rio Del Mar Beach are a couple of scenic spots to enjoy the outdoors, whereas Aptos History Museum is one of the cultural attractions. Other places in town to visit include Seacliff State Beach and Seascape Golf Club.

What’s a vacation rental in Aptos like?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can stay in for a short or long stay in Aptos. Vacation rentals feature amenities like laundry facilities and kitchens to help you enjoy your stay. If you're concerned about a clean environment, vacation rentals can offer a sense of security away from public hotel elevators and lobbies packed with people while still allowing you the enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a great option for a family trip or a small group gathering.