Title: Live, Work & Play by the Beach... Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6435&destination=Aptos%2C+California%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=80025134&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Live, Work & Play by the Beach... ## Photo gallery for Live, Work & Play by the Beach... ![Beach - Live, Work & Play by the Beach... (Aptos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80030000/80025200/80025134/e65a50e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Live, Work & Play by the Beach... (Aptos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80030000/80025200/80025134/9ddd2949.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster - Live, Work & Play by the Beach... (Aptos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80030000/80025200/80025134/06f107e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Live, Work & Play by the Beach... (Aptos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80030000/80025200/80025134/bc776b05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Live, Work & Play by the Beach... (Aptos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80030000/80025200/80025134/ff3dd260.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Stay, work, and play in this comfortable & private Aptos retreat. Walk to New Brighton Beach or bike & hike in Nisene Marks State Park. With WiFi, a coffeemaker, and refrigerator at your disposal enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. ## Reviews 2.0 ### Entire apartment 2 bedroomsSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Live, Work & Play by the Beach... What a great space for Stay , Work and Play by the Beach! Comfortable & private . Walk to New Brighton Beach, Capitola or Sea Cliff Beach. Bike & Hike in Nisene Marks. Meet with clients or just enjoy a private sunny space to stay in Aptos. Our unique space is comfortably set up for an individual or couple Work, play and stay on beautiful Monterey Bay. A very unique sunny Aptos location. Minutes to access to Capitola Beach, Seacliff Beach, New Brighton State Beach, Seascape. Easy access to Highway 1 N and S. Restaurants, Shopping, Movie Theater, Golfing, Hiking, Biking, Farmers Market and Santa Cruz Biking & Hiking at Nisene Marks State Park where giant coastal redwoods are abound. With just a short walk you will be on journey to the ocean through 66 acres of natural beauty. When the ocean tides are low you can also experience walking on the beach to Capitola by the Sea or Aptos Seacliff State Beach (See map picture) Private entry with code access. Wifi, Refrigerator, Coffeemaker and more.... \*\*\*No shared space\*\*\* ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35390000/35381800/35381721/56e1bcb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### "Classic Blue Cottage on the Hill" New Monterey - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=35381721&PinnedHotelID=35381721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119710000/119700100/119700017/79349cec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 1-bedroom cottage in gorgeous Monterey New Monterey - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=119700017&PinnedHotelID=119700017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111730000/111729400/111729381/b5bf815b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3960 Good Vibes - Walk to Downtown, Beach and Lake Oak Grove - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=111729381&PinnedHotelID=111729381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95330000/95328500/95328483/b9e2e10d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Snuggle Up - Pacific Grove Studio - Cozy Cottage Town Center - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=95328483&PinnedHotelID=95328483&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92710000/92707400/92707303/e50b9f47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Creekside Cabin in Santa Cruz Mountains Soquel - Hot tub - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space 9.8 Exceptional 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=92707303&PinnedHotelID=92707303&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76940000/76936400/76936349/f8f09204.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bright Pacific Grove Retreat - Walk to Beach & Town! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the neighborhood Located by the sea, this apartment is in Seacliff, a neighborhood in Aptos. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Boardwalk Bowl and Sky Glider are also worth visiting. [Visit our Aptos travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Aptos.dx6435) [View more Apartments in Aptos](https://www.expedia.com/Aptos-Apartments.d6435-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.98217%2C-121.92238&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oCWjeUYi-v67vSaHhlJTJLUnLmg=) Aptos, CA ### What's nearby - ![Beautiful pregnant couple walking along the coastal beach shore](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635983989200/eb60e9e7-a126-4a3e-83df-73a1be6c8ee2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Potbelly Beach 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Nice, long hike today. Went down the Bridge Creek Trail, and then to Maple Falls. About an 8-mile total hike. Redwoods everywhere you look, and a deep dark forest that gave lots of 'mood'. We came across a tiny snake! It was just a few inches long, red back, sunning itself on a rock in the middle of the creek. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6435/5c3bd64a-940e-46c7-b19f-5b74567efef1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Take a tour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6435/0db17059-d20f-4601-add9-f9a0b2af8783.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Seacliff State Beach 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![500px Photo ID: 99992469 - Doing a series of shooting Sunset on California Coast. If you are from California, you know the challenge that the photographers face.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220825/488467a0-df72-47d2-b07f-8e135b5dcd32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rio Del Mar Beach 2 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Cabrillo College 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles ### Getting around - Morgan Hill Station 49 min drive - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - Loft Coffee 4 min drive - Whale City Bakery Bar And Grill Aptos 2 min drive - Poki Bowl 3 min drive - Starbucks 3 min drive - Cabrillo Cafeteria 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Live, Work & Play by the Beach... pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Live, Work & Play by the Beach...? ### What time is check-out at Live, Work & Play by the Beach...? ### Where is Live, Work & Play by the Beach... located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Live, Work & Play by the Beach... Reviews ## Reviews All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 2.0 Cleanliness ### 2.0 Location ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Suzanne H. Sep 30, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bad experience I booked the room, paid the money, kept asking for information on getting a key. The day of arrival the owner notified me it is not available . He claimed he didn’t know how it was posted. I eventually got all my money back except for the insurance fee I paid ##### Suzanne H. 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