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Panoramic Ocean Views - in Private Sanctuary
Escape to this serene home atop the Aptos Hills, offering panoramic white-water ocean views, a large open floor plan, and a gourmet kitchen. Wake up to the ocean from the primary bedroom and enjoy your morning coffee on the front decks. The backyard is a sanctuary for hummingbirds and wildlife. Feel worlds away while still close to hiking and the beach. Two-vehicle limit. Enjoy more fun with zero Airbnb fees — we’ve got you covered! Only 2 miles to the beach and close to restaurants and shopping

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.

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.

Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views
The Copper Nest is an ideal getaway located steps from the beach in the gated community of Pajaro Dunes where the Pajaro River meets the Pacific Ocean. This newly designed three bedroom home is customized to create a serene beach retreat for you and your guests. This newly designed three bedroom home has a well equipped kitchen and outdoor seating, game, and BBQ areas. There are stunning ocean and agricultural views from every room. Close to California's popular food and travel regions.

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.

Light-Filled Escape: Your Home Away From Home
**Welcome to Your Tranquil Retreat** Tucked away in the vibrant heart of Rio Del Mar, this serene retreat offers a breath of fresh air from city life without sacrificing convenience. Three bedrooms (1 master w/king bed, 1 room w/king bed, 1 room w/queen bed, couch is large and comfy! Situated close to Forest of Nisene Marks, beaches, restaurants, shopping and a few miles from Capitola and Santa Cruz, your stay promises both relaxation and easy access to all the city has to offer.

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

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
Popular amenities for Aptos house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Alpine Zen Retreat with pool, sauna and spa

Oceanfront beach house with private hot tub

Seascape Ocean Front Villa

Santa Cruz Beach House with Pool & Spa

Redwood Oasis - Private Heated Pool by State Park!

La Selva Seaside Sanctuary

Old Amesti Schoolhouse mid-bay amidst farmland

Nuby's Bed & Breakfast (SCC Permit #251085)
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Safe, Steps To Beach, Spa, Near Harbor, Pets Okay!

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Private house rentals

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

Luxury Capitola Getaway~Hot Tub~Steps to Beach

Stylish three bedroom in La Selva w/ Ocean Views!

Oceanfront La Selva Beach Retreat + Panoramic View

Escape to Seascape
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 | $427 NZD | $396 NZD | $388 NZD | $422 NZD | $434 NZD | $534 NZD | $584 NZD | $550 NZD | $493 NZD | $441 NZD | $465 NZD | $460 NZD |
| 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 holiday rentals start at $121 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
60 of Aptos holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Aptos rentals

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