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Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river

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A room with a bunk bed, a sliding door, a staircase, and a hallway with wooden flooring. - Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river (Aptos)
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a fireplace, and a TV mounted on the wall. - Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river (Aptos)
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A dining area with a glass-top table, wooden chairs, and a painting on the wall. - Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river (Aptos)
A living room with a white railing, a brown sofa with blue cushions, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a patterned rug. - Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river (Aptos)
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river

  • The Coast Queen is a wonderful house for a pleasant getaway to the coast for the weekend. It's a perfect place for a family, a couple or even two couples. It's a short two minute walk to the beach (and coffee shop, deli, corner market, and restaurants) providing a great anchor for days at the beach, yet it's only a few miles from Santa Cruz to enjoy the wonderful food, and activities in Santa Cruz.
    Rio Del Mar is one of the last of the quaint, small village areas on the central coast. You can walk about a mile north from here, and seemingly endless miles south. We are close to the cement ship as well.

    The house has been recently remodeled, with new floors and appliances in a full-stocked, fully functional kitchen. The deck upstairs is a wonderful place to hang out on sunny and shady days, along with an outdoor grill and comfortable seating.

    There are flat screen televisions both upstairs and downstairs, along with cable and free Netflix. We also have high speed internet.

    We have a car port for two cars off street parking.
    We are a legally permitted vacation rental in Santa Cruz County.

    We also have - special for kids - a Harry Potter closet! It is equipped with a super comfy mattress-type thing, and pillows. (We are still waiting for an owl to find us.) Kids have been known to read books there for hours, sleep there, and play spooky games there too. (There is good light in there, for those who want it.)

    We are dog friendly BUT WE HAVE A PET POLICY. If you are interested in bringing a dog you MUST tell us at the time of booking. We will share our pet policy and you must agree to it. If you do not tell us you are bringing a dog (and agree to our pet policy), we will charge an extra $200 cleaning fee.

    We have a general maximum of four adults. If you plan on having more than 4 adults, you need to check with us. We charge an extra fee of $20 per night for extra adults.

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About the neighborhood

Located in Rio del Mar, a neighborhood in Aptos, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Aptos travel guide
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with the sun reflecting on the water.
    Rio Del Mar Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it during sunset.
    Seacliff State Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, ocean waves, and a mountainous backdrop.
    Monterey Bay
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A dense forest with tall trees and sunlight filtering through the canopy.
    The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Aptos History Museum
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Marianne's Ice Cream
    16 min walk
  • The Hideout
    3 min drive
  • Venus Cocktails & Kitchen
    2 min walk
  • Taqueria Los Pericos Aptos
    17 min walk
  • Erik's DeliCafé
    16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 999 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river located?

This family-friendly Aptos vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Rio Del Mar Beach and Monterey Bay. Seacliff State Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Bright, artsy, and cozy home 500 feet from the beach, 500 feet from the river Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 145 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Good location, clean and comfortable. I would choose this rental again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and Quaint

Listening to the waves while sipping coffee on the deck will be a favorite memory!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Beach Getaway

Great time spending a sunny winter-day at the beach. Great location! Home was nicely decorated, comfortable and beachy. I appreciated the check in emails from the owner, the easy/secure parking and large outdoor deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Santa Cruz

Very comfortable home great location and very quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet, and roomy unit

Very comfortable for a family or couple (two bathrooms).Walkable to beach in quiet neigborhood.Met all our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So close to the beach!

The house is very nice. So close to the beach. Has everything you need for a comfortable stay. And the owner is quick to respond.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach Retreat

There was plenty of room to spread out. I appreciated the heater in the master bedroom. It was very comfortable and super close to the beach and coffee shop!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Aptos visit

Very clean. Easy walk to beach
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place by the beach

This is our second time staying here and we love it. It is walking distance to the ocean and a great walking path. Owner is quick to respond and we loved having coffee on the balcony. A fire pit or a hot tub would make this place perfect !.tuoumake this perf td perf
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious cottage on the bay

Great space for a family- two bedrooms, two bathrooms and large outdoor deck. Well stocked kitchen. Only meal we prepared was breakfast. Quick walk to beach. As tennis fans, we were delighted to get the channel for the U S Open. Comfy furnishings. Limited stores within walking distance. Many restaurants and coffee spots several miles away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We loved this property. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful hosts
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the proximity to the beach and the east of check-in and check out. Myriam was very helpful if they were in questions I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 2nd stay here. It's so comfortable and has a nice big deck. Our stay for the
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Love the location. Bedrooms are a bit small, but living room and deck are great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great trip

Great, cozy, comfortable place! Enjoyed the accommodations very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We love the Coast Queen.

3rd time staying. We love the comfort of this house and the proximity to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good Stay

The property was clean, good kitchen and living space had plenty of room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Our family really enjoyed staying here. It is in a great location. Close to the beach as well as a coffee shop and a few other eateries. We loved being able to just walk everywhere. We also appreciated all the information given to us from the owner regarding the location and things to do nearby. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great little get away for family and paws!

We really enjoyed our weekend at the Coastal Queen! Very clean, comfortable, and in a great location by some of the best beaches, Seacliff and New Brighton! If you like to walk, enjoy the beach, and like to have your pup with you, then a stay here is a win-win-win! Thanks to the owners for making it such a pleasant time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simple & satisfactory!

Great location to beach, cute and tidy home; love the local recommendations in the guest book. Thanks for a good time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for a small family

This is a cute little place that is great for a small family. The owners are wonderful and responsive to questions. It has great appliances and a well stocked kitchen for making all your family meals on vacation. A very short (and flat) walk to the beach is definitely a plus for us with kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous house near the beach

My husband and 2 teens and dog and I had a fantastic stay at this house. It’s very close to the beach, has everything you could need, and is quiet and comfortable. A great value for this amazing neighborhood! We’d love to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Enjoyed It!

Overall, we enjoyed our stay. Good location (loved beach access and convenience of local restaurants, not crazy about motel across the street), comfortable accommodations. Only issue we had - downstairs bathroom light did not work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019