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~Relaxing Coastal Getaway~

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Aptos, CA
  • Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Seacliff State Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Seascape Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3, downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Primary

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Primary

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Primary Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Powder Room

Toilet

Upstairs Primary Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

~Relaxing Coastal Getaway~


Santa Cruz County Rental Permit # 201383.
We invite you to enjoy our beautiful 2400 square foot home in a peaceful residential neighborhood. Perfect for a romantic getaway or for families to share a relaxing vacation at the beach! Walk 10 minutes to Rio del Mar Beach, right next to Seacliff State Beach, where you'll find a convenience store, a deli, a restaurant and a coffee shop, as well as free beach parking. Santa Cruz and Capitola are a short drive away.

This 2 story, 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home features an open floor plan you'll love, beautiful kitchen and ocean views from all bedrooms and living areas. The upper and large lower decks provide additional areas for you to relax and enjoy your getaway.

Upstairs you'll find one primary bedroom with bath, separate tub and shower and walk in closet. The family room features a gas fireplace, 65' LED smart TV and sectional sofa. The upper deck has panoramic ocean and beach views. The dining room has seating for 8, as well as a bar attached to the kitchen that seats 4 more. The fully equipped kitchen features newer appliances, including a dishwasher and wine refrigerator. You'll also find a half bath and washer/dryer upstairs.

The spacious lower level includes a second primary bedroom with private full bathroom, as well as a 3rd bedroom and separate bathroom. The family room with 47' LED flat screen TV opens onto the large lower deck, also with beautiful ocean views. You'll also find a patio table that seats 6, a gas BBQ, a propane fire pit for keeping you warm on chilly seaside evenings.

The garage is stocked with bikes, scooters and beach chairs, as well as sand toys and boogie boards for your enjoyment.

Aptos and the surrounding areas have something for everyone! Golf, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, shopping and dining in Capitola, hiking, surfing, fishing, biking and much much more!


Reserve now and begin planning your fun/relaxing/memorable time at the beach!

*Guests bringing extra people and guests having gatherings at the house has become an issue in 2023/24. If you bring extra people or have a gathering at my home I will keep your entire deposit.





Keywords: Ocean view, single family home, sleeps 8, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, shopping, golf, beachst

Property manager

Jody Tempel

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children should be included in the # of guests.
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Events

No events allowed
Neighbors will call police
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property
Our home is in a quiet family neighborhood. Parties of any kind will not be tolerated. Fireworks are prohibited in Santa Cruz County
Please conserve water as you are able

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Neighbors will call police
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aptos

Located in Aptos, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Seascape Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • New Brighton State Beach - 13 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Capitola Beach - 17 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee and Tea - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafe - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ~Relaxing Coastal Getaway~ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ~Relaxing Coastal Getaway~?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~Relaxing Coastal Getaway~?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is ~Relaxing Coastal Getaway~ located?

This family-friendly Aptos holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-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 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christy F.

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

Amazing luxury getaway

This house was amazing!! It was luxury throughout! The view of the ocean was much better than the pics. The beds were comfy, there was enough room for all of us. They had games, movies, beach stuff and the kitchen was fully stocked, ready to cook whatever you needed. I was super impressed by this property and we will definitely be staying here again! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik J.

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

Property even better than described!

Our party of 6 all had an amazing time and loved our stay. My wife and I are local and always appreciate the ocean but our 4 friends came from OR and WA and couldnt stop taking in the ocean view and sunsets from this house. The property makes it easy for each of the 3 bedrooms to have their own bathroom and there's plenty of space to gather and play games. The bocce ball court was a bit hit and the kitchen was very well equipped for cooking.The driveway can be a little difficult to navigate as its very steep at the start before flattening out at the top. Wasn't a huge problem but something you should be aware of.The beds could be upgraded. They were pretty firm but not a big problem.Would 100% book this property again if trip aligns again for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie H.

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

Ocean view

Second time staying here. Beds are comfy, and there is a bathroom for each bedroom. The view of the ocean sells this location. The sunsets are stunning.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

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

Aptos Home

Wonderful stay - clean property with amazing views. Everything clean, precise...everything you needed to make a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

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

Incredible Ocean Views from a Beautiful Home

I spent three nights with five other females from my family, and we had the best time. This home easily accommodated us with plenty of space to truly enjoy ourselves as a group and to enjoy some quiet time looking out to the ocean from a large comfy chair or from one of the two decks. A very large open kitchen, dining, and living area was enjoyed for our meals, playing games, charades, karaoke, and watching Sunday afternoon football. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. The home is well decorated and furnished, along with huge windows from all the bedrooms and living area which face out to the ocean. I highly recommend this rental, which, in fact, I rented once before two years ago.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette T.

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

Santa Cruz Wine trip

Beautiful home, perfect for couples, and convenient to many restaurants and wineries.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Beach Getaway

This house exceeded our expectations. It was well stocked, clean and had plenty of room for our family. The location is also great! We would definitely recommend this home to others!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Lovely quiet weekend

Enjoyed our stay - lovely views and very neat and tidy. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilio B.

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

Great neighborhood and house.

Just a short drive to the beach and a great view from the deck. Great kitchen and comfy bedrooms. Master bathroom is A++++
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Bay Area coastal getaway

Well equipped, conveniently located home with relaxing views of the pacific. Comfortable setting for my family to gather for my daughter’s wedding weekend but not be on top of each other
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi M.

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

Celebrating our moms 80th!

We were 6 adults and 2 kids. The house was so beautifully appointed with an amazing view and 1/2 mile walk to the beach. We loved every minute and would definitely recommend it to anyone. The pictures don’t do it justice - this is a gorgeous and comfortable home perfect for all of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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

Beautiful home near the beach

Beautiful home with lots of nice touches - easy walking distance to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

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

Wow!!

This house was AMAZING!!! My siblings and I haven’t all been together in years!! Plenty of room for all!! We had a great time.. We brought way to much stuff… This house supplied everything!! Nice.. The only bad thing…. We thought we’d come again next year and it’s not available!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Great view, beautiful home

What a great place! When you walk in, all directions and information were perfectly accurate. The photos were good, but the home was even better in person. The house is very clean, updated, and well stocked. It was a perfect place for my family, which includes two teenagers and adults. I felt as though I was staying at a friend’s home. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Perfect setting for our family’s reunion and graduation celebeation

Amazing setting with lovely breeze and ocean views from balcony dining room and patio. We used an air bed for my grown son and slept well in the beds. Great kitchen and laundry. Only downside was the fridge didn’t hold temperature properly when opened and hot water to both master bath/showers took awhile.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy j.

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

Magic on the Hill

Temple’s by the Sea was a bit of magic. My elderly parents, my kids, and I were enchanted by the art that was everywhere, the views and sounds of the sea, the birding while sitting on the sunny deck (two pairs of binoculars provided), the cozy fireplace, and just the overall comfy but spacious feel of this home! Thank you, Tempels, for bringing your magic to our family🙏💓
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

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

Great property!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The house is completely stocked with pots, pans, dishtowels, cleaning supplies etc. in the kitchen. There were beach chairs and such to use if you were interested. Many amenities like laundry detergent, dryer sheets, etc. if you needed them. Super clean. Plenty of towels. Huge fridge. Great 6 burner commercial style gas stove. Beautiful gas fireplace which we used every day. Two balconies to enjoy the view! Even a Bocce Ball court! It did take a minute for the hot water to get going, but that was no big deal. The owners have left helpful notes all over the property. Look for the binder because it has helpful and necessary information! It was on the bookshelf, so we didn't see it until we asked for certain information. The owners are easy to communicate with also. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse P.

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

Wonderful location and great hosts

Beautiful views of the bay, very quiet neighborhood, very well stocked kitchen, and lots of space. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Winona R.

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

Relaxing

We had an amazing stay! Roomie, great view, full of amenities. Great beach house!!! Would go back anytime!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

MTB getaway

We loved this property. Amazing views and location. Amenities are great and everything you need to enjoy your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

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

Family getaway

This house was perfect for us. Having 2 separate living areas was great. The kids could have their own space and not be bothered by adults. The view from the deck was great. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth K.

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

Absolute gem with one minor caveat

This place is amazing, with sweeping views, tons of natural light and lots of space for a big family. The surrounding trees are also really lovely, it feels like you are in a luxury tree house. Our only disappointment was the traffic noise. We hadn't realized how close it was to the freeway. You can't see it at all, but you will hear it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

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

A gem in Aptos!

If you are wondering whether to book a stay at this Aptos home, the answer should be "Yes"! We were 6 adults in our 40s and 50s traveling together for a birthday, and were so pleased with the property. First, the location is perfect--about a 3 minute drive to the beach, less than 10 minutes to groceries, coffee, restaurants; 15 minutes to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk; 30 minutes to Monterey. The house itself is beautiful--we loved the art, the views from EVERY window (including in all of the bedrooms), the decks, the double living rooms, and an amazing kitchen with more than you could possibly need for cooking. That kitchen really is a big deal--not only is it roomy and beautiful with great views, but it is ready for groups like ours that want to cook together. The bedrooms are spread out so that everyone has privacy, and everyone has their own bathroom. Even the neighborhood where this house is located is idyllic with other lovely yards and homes, and a great feel. I will not hesitate to book Jody's house again in the future. It was a truly unique and lovely home that was great both as a jumping off point to local attractions, as well as to hunker down and enjoy time with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

PATTY S.

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

Spacious relaxing family time

The property had great space for us and our adult children to spend time together at the kitchen table, living room, decks, and using the bocce ball court, and also allowed separation with the 2 BR/2bath, and living room downstairs for the kids to play video games and watch TV. The location was a 10 min walk to the beach, and 15 min drive to Capitola and Santa Cruz, and close to Hwy 1 to go to Henry Cowell State park. The house had great kitchen and supplies for cooking and having a few drinks. My only suggestion would be for maybe a new beds. Beds were really soft, so didn't sleep well. With new mattress, I would stay here again and highly recommend this property. Thanks for the making our vacation great. P&T Smith from Nebraska.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jody Tempel

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We live in the Bay Area but love spending time at the beach so our Aptos home was a perfect choice for us. We come here whenever we can get away.

What makes this property unique

This is truly a second home for us, not just a vacation home. We hope you'll love it as much as we do and that you'll come back!

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