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Relax + Unwind in Brand New 2BD Modern Bch Retreat
Sea breezes and unobstructed 180-degree ocean views greet you from the private deck of RdM Lookout, a brand-new beach property with a bright open, mid-century modern beach design complete with a cozy fireplace hardwood floors, and quartz counters. A comfortable, chic space, guests tell us they love the amazing beds, soft linens, fluffy towels, and our gourmet kitchen with a stocked coffee bar with to-go cups for long beach walks. Come home to a relaxing, beach vacation in a charming beach town.

Adorable Capitola/Pleasure Pt Beach House
Awesome location, just steps to Pleasure Point, the famous "Hook" surf spot, Privates Beach & the vibrant 41st Ave eateries & breweries, surf shops & eclectic shopping district or a short 15 min walk to Capitola Village. Stroll/ cruise (4 bikes provided) along the cliff, grab a beach chair & towel & hit the beach or just relax in the backyard oasis. Nearby is golf, wineries, Big Trees State Park, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Home is not child proofed so use caution booking for kiddos under 2

Beach House By the Bay
PERMIT 221031 It is very important that you READ THE RULES to be certain our home is a good fit. If you are looking to party-this is NOT the home for you! Onsite host lives in unit above garage. Nestled in the small neighborhood of Seacliff Beach, located just minutes from everything you want to see and do in Santa Cruz! This spacious 1800 sqft, 3b/2b house sits on a 10,000 sqft lot AND is a short walk to the beach! Plenty of fenced space for your kids to run free and patio area with BBQ grill

Capitola Village Wind + Sea Home
Our beautifully renovated 2 bedroom (Both upstairs) and 2 full bathrooms (One on the ground floor and one on the upper floor) along with a ground floor plush queen sleeper sofa and ground floor great room with dining for 7 plus a bar table separating the kitchen from the living room is in the perfect location. Walk to the beach, shops, restaurants, or a nice walk along the river. We are right in the Capitola Village. We hope you enjoy your stay. If you have questions, we respond promptly.

Short walk to beach - Perfect beach getaway
Our house is a permitted Vacation Rental. Permit#191317. Near Seacliff State Park and Rio del Mar. Short walk to beach, Marianne's Ice Cream, and Manuel's Restaurant. Access to mountain and street biking nearby. Near Aptos Village shops and restaurants. Quiet neighborhood. Upstairs great room is a bright, wonderful place to spend the day rain/shine. Games cabinet is filled with family games. Beach chairs, beach towels and beach toys are available. Please read all information before booking.

Charming, Light-filled House Walk To The Beach
Permit # 231282 Get cozy and comfortable in this pet-friendly, sun-filled beach house. Walk to the beach! Enjoy all that the quaint town of Aptos has to offer. Connect as a family, spend quality time together - play board games, cook meals using the full-service kitchen or BBQ grill, listen to the waves out on the deck, have dinner/drinks under the stars, or stream movies on one of five flat-screen televisions. Easy walk to popular Seacliff Beach; unwind and enjoy the ocean breezes.

The Seacliff Family Beach House!
EV Charger! No Cleaning Fee, No Chores!!! Welcome to the Seacliff Family Beach House. Make this your summer fun!!! This house is an inviting beach house ready for you to have amazing adventures and lifelong memories. Perfect for families and fitness enthusiasts. You are walking distance to the long beaches of Seacliff and Rio Del Mar. Whether you are a young family with kids or a group of friends for looking for a peaceful casual escape, this house is for you. TOT#CO01873

Private Pool Villa for family getaways
Looking for a comfy space to spend time with friends and family? Beach or great outdoors more your thing? 10 minutes from Seacliff State Beach and 12 minutes to Nisene Marks, this sunny locale is your comfortable home base for your next adventure. Why not just hang out by the pool? The water typically stays comfortable for swimming from April-September. Enjoy dining for 8 inside or on the patio. So close to the sea, but above the foggier lower elevations. Family friendly!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Experience coastal luxury in Aptos! (Permit 231134) This home offers a fully stocked chef's kitchen, an airy, open-plan living room, a loft, a hot tub, an outdoor shower, and an ocean-view deck. Space is plentiful with multiple sleeping options for families or groups. Just a short walk to the beach, immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of the Pacific Ocean. Unwind with stunning sunsets, relax in the hot tub, or rinse off under the outdoor shower after sandy beach days.

500 feet from the ocean/Rio del Mar
Permit #201264 The Coast Queen is a wonderful house for a pleasant getaway to the coast for the weekend. It's a short 2 minute walk to the beach providing a great anchor for days at the beach, yet it's only a few miles from Santa Cruz. We're two minutes from a deli, restaurant, coffee shop, and corner store. Only a little bit further you can find many more restaurants, a grocery store, and Aptos Village. We're also very close to Nisene Marks and other wonderful hikes.

Charming Beachfront Cottage
Oceanfront Beach House with views from every room! Steps from the beach. Gorgeous sunsets on the spacious deck with views of Santa Cruz coastline. Close to wine tasting, vineyards and breweries. Prime location, Rio-del-Mar beach, walking distance to coffee shop, restaurants, store and State Park. Perfect for a Romantic get away or family vacation! No more than 6 guests. Includes Outdoor shower, Boogie boards (2), sand toys, Beach chairs Beach towels, Wetsuit

Unique Sculptured House with Private Beach Access
Escape from the outside world to this one of a kind ROMANTIC Sculpture House. Enjoy its unique design, white rounded walls, sitting nooks, gas dome fireplace, and beautiful tranquil gardens. Sit back and relax in the rounded sunken bathtub perfect for two. This is the perfect romantic getaway and just one block away from private beach access. Named one of the most stunning Airbnb's in Santa Cruz. Enjoy more fun with zero extra Airbnb fees—we've got you covered!
Popular amenities for Aptos house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Alpine Zen Retreat

Oceanfront beach house with private hot tub

Seascape Ocean Front Villa

Monterey Dunes 166 - On the Beach!

Santa Cruz Beach House with Pool & Spa

Monterey Bay Oasis on the Ocean!

Redwood Oasis - Private Heated Pool by State Park!

La Selva Seaside Sanctuary
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Casa Azul- just blocks from Rio del Mar beach!

Santa Cruz Beach Cottage Getaway

Safe, Steps To Beach, Spa, Near Harbor, Pets Okay!

Tropical Seabright Beach and Boardwalk Getaway

Beautiful beach home

Capitola Village retreat steps to sand and action

Seacliff Ocean View House, Recently Remodeled

Sunny Seabright Beach House
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Bright, Beachy 1 Bedroom +Office

Villa Vista upper-An unbelievable oceanfront home

Oceanview Oasis Duplex -Capitola UPPER UNIT B

Rio Del Mar Beachfront Getaway

Charming Pleasure Point Home-1 Block to beach

Historic Lawnway Cottage

Luxury Capitola Getaway~Hot Tub~Steps to Beach

Oceanfront La Selva Beach Retreat + Panoramic View
When is the best time to visit Aptos?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $345 CAD | $320 CAD | $313 CAD | $341 CAD | $350 CAD | $431 CAD | $471 CAD | $443 CAD | $398 CAD | $356 CAD | $375 CAD | $371 CAD |
| Avg. temp | 11 °C | 12 °C | 13 °C | 14 °C | 15 °C | 16 °C | 17 °C | 18 °C | 18 °C | 17 °C | 13 °C | 11 °C |
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Aptos vacation rentals start at $97 CAD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
40 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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60 of Aptos vacation rentals include wifi access

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4.8 Average rating
Aptos stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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