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The Mermaid's Perch!

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Beach nearby
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Water viewWater viewWater view

Explore the area

Map
Aptos, CA
  • Popular LocationSeacliff State Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationRio Del Mar Beach9 min walk
  • AirportWatsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)14 min drive
  • Popular LocationCapitola Beach14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Mermaid's Perch!

Summary:
Stunning 180 degree ocean view in Rio Del Mar!

The Space:
This bright and beautiful condo offers a must-see 180 degree view of the Monterey Bay!  
Short-term Rental Permit #231206
The perfect beach holiday awaits you in this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom end-unit condo on Rio Del Mar State beach.

Relax in the fresh ocean breeze and watch the frequently passing whales and dolphins. Enjoy the sunset with a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean.  Sleep to the soothing sound of the waves crashing on the sandy shore. Wake up to a peaceful ocean sunrise.  Soak up the sun on a beautiful beach ideal for long walks on the sand.

The living room has abundant natural light, amazing ocean views, hardwood floors, sofas, TV and a gas fireplace. Simultaneously enjoy a warm fire, entertainment and whale-watching. Even the binoculars are provided!

The elegant kitchen has custom cabinets, granite counters and another gorgeous ocean view window above a large apron-front sink. The well-appointed kitchen has everything you need for preparing gourmet meals including a Viking range fit for a chef, Subzero refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, various small appliances and plenty of cookware.

This charming and near-perfect condo is not only conveniently situated on the beach - it is also near restaurants and coffee shops with tons local flair!

Why NOT break away from the herd in ordinary hotel rooms and make your home-away-from-home extraordinary!

✔ Strategically located in a place where nature intersects with urban life
✔ Exclusive guest parking in a carport
✔ A gas BBQ grill and an outdoor table with seating for 6. There is no inside dining table, however, we have a fold-up card table with 4 chairs in the closet
✔ Dishes, glassware, flatware and Tupperware are included
✔ Small 4 person dining table & chairs
✔ Televisions in each room
✔ Free wifi
✔ End-unit condo offers more privacy and maximizes the ocean views
✔ Small (shared ) pool in the complex - Please note that it is heated in the summer only.
✔ Spectacular ocean view (which many units in the complex do not have)

Property manager

Jody Stelck

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

65e63f16938379010ad42729

About the neighborhood

Aptos

Located in Aptos, this condo is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Seacliff State Beach - 6 min walk
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 9 min walk
  • Seascape Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 12 min drive
  • Capitola Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 51 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Parish Publick House - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Venus Pie Trap - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mermaid's Perch! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mermaid's Perch!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mermaid's Perch!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mermaid's Perch! located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park and Aptos History Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice clean property
Enjoyed the property and was exactly what we expected.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View!
Our stay was perfect! We’ll be back soon 😎
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful but….
Mermaid’s Perch had a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean. Several times, we saw dolphins from the balcony. It’s exactly what we wanted when we booked the trip to Aptos. Communication with management was fast. Especially, when the unit was bombarded with ants. Thankfully, they took care of the issue immediately. My only complaint is that there was not enough comfortable seating for six people. The pictures posted show two love seats. When we arrived, there was only one love seat and a round dining table with four, hard wood chairs. I want to give this place a five star review but the seating was so uncomfortable that I wouldn’t book it again if I was traveling with six people.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLEE D., Oakley, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet oceanside getaway
We enjoyed our stay. The home was clean and very comfortable for our family of 4. The views are amazing. Its a bit of a walk to and from the beach due to the home being at the top of the hill but plenty of parking being a quiet area if you wanted to drive the short trip down the hill. There are also decent bathrooms at the beach. We enjoyed this location because it is in a quiet area but close to active towns like Capitola and Monterey for a visit. 5 stars to the management of the property who handled an issue we encountered at the property as well. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful
Amazing views including whales, seals and dolphins!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location
Beautiful place to stay in Aptos. Full beach views. Cute cafe, restaurant and little store walking distance right down the hill. Everything was a plus with the exception of the couches. Just bring a couple of sheets to cover as they were worn and seemed a little dirty but definitely not worth changing your plans. Absolutely worth the stay. Nice outdoor table and chairs for meals, games, relaxing, etc. No need to bring your white noise. The sounds of the waves is so relaxing. Very close driving to Capitola and Santa Cruz.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend only
Very nice condo, great views, decent area. The issue was after the weekend, workers showed up at 8am on Monday with power washers, gas generators, nail guns, etc. doing work on other units, but parked all their stuff in front of our back door, crazy noise, couldn’t wait to leave today. Not to mention all the construction debris littering the left side of this unit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Vacation
Had a lovely stay! Would defiantly stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Phyllis R., Fairfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View
The location and view were stupendous. Beds were very comfortable. A lot of high-end things, i.e. Viking range/oven, although not a lot of pots and pans This is not a large place. More than 4 people would be really pushing it. Biggest problem was the lack of WiFi. The last two day we all used cellular data. Be aware there is NO table you can eat at or work on. There is a peninsula that is cramped, low, with almost no knee room. We did find an old card table downstairs, but three of the four legs have been bent/ broken. You have to be really careful to not dump it. If stairs are an problem, be aware that at the top there is no handrail where it makes a turn.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic and Relaxing
The home surpasses our expectations. Beautiful and relaxing. All the enmities to make a trip very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don’t count on the washing machine.
All was great until we wanted to use the washing machine. There was mold on the glass of the door and more inside, too much to make it usable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele C., California

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location ! Great Amenities!
We enjoyed a three day weekend getaway ..drove in Thursday evening and spent the rest of the weekend enjoying the ocean views and perfect weather. Spent one day visiting the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the other at the beach (located perfectly down the block). The home was filled with every amenity needed, a great cooks kitchen, and comfy beds . The owners have really put thought and effort into making mermaid's perch all the comforts of home. We will be back !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Sunsets while checking out Universities
Amazing Sunsets!! Great place to stay while enjoying all the wonderful beauty that Monterey Bay has to offer. Also checking out universities with niece.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for college roommate reunion
Everything about the booking process was excellent. Jody was extremely helpful and responsive - very grateful to have worked with her and Hallie. The condo exceeded our expectations - beautiful and wonderfully comfortable and cozy, with a gorgeous ocean view. Loved the beach, neighborhood, and most of all the warm and welcoming environment to relax and get caught up with long-time friends. More amenities than we had time to enjoy. Would love to return! It’s s very special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Aptos Sunsets
Very easy to rent with a spectacular view of the sunsets and beach. Easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Positives of the view and area outweigh negatives of old couches and lack of seating
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Tony A.

Mr. Annunziato
We all agreed that the sofas and the carpeting need to be replaced.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Marsha T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Thank God for the Ocean View, at Least:(
I need to start by saying this to myself (as well as anyone else reading this): Marsha, if you have Any doubt in that wise gut of yours about ANYTHING, just say, “NO.” Please. Shortly after booking this property, my dear friend alerted me to a couple new reviews…speaking of the couches, the carpets, and the inaccuracies between the listing’s pictures, & what was actually w/in said listing. I wrote the property manager, asking if the carpets would be properly cleaned by the time we got there, how many chairs were actually really there, etc.. They did respond, saying they would try their best to have the carpets professionally done, as close to our check in date as possible. Ever so hopeful, I realized shortly after arrival, that the carpet (Still covered in large stains, Btw), was the least of my worries. Deflated, knowing it was too late to find another place on such short notice, I did my best to get it looking acceptable, Before my friends arrived. Needless to say, we all pitched in to Lysol & vacuum everything we could. :( Here are the Top Ten unsanitary & unsafe things we were assaulted with… 1. Human hairs of different lengths, textures and thicknesses, lined the top two drawers on either side of the downstairs bathroom sink . 2. Used Q-Tips also made an appearance here. 3. The main window screen in coral room was noticeably “off balance”, and when I gently went to move it back into place, it literally fell apart, sadly crumbling to rest on roof below. 4. Neither the heated floor, nor the jacuzzi jets worked. Super bummer…cause that was a definitely booking point. 5. My friend nearly sliced her hand to shreds, while grabbing a dish from the bottom rack of the dishwasher, and found what looked to be one of the larger drinking glasses, shattered into big and small chunks. 6. Microwave FILTHY—with sticky substances covering the glass rotating plate. 7. Built in cutting board, spotted with same stickiness. 8. THE COUCHES. So beyond uncomfortable/ripped and worn cushions/wood about to poke through the arm rests. Absolutely wouldn’t sit on them without a barrier of some sort—we covered both with blankets, and some of the extra pillows. 9. Thick OLD, cobwebs in plain sight, right above refrigerator. 10. All the leftover crumbs. All the dead ants. RALPH LAUREN BOXER BRIEFS THAT WEREN’T OURS🤮 There were +’s, but I’ve only got a few characters left. So sorry:(
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Molly Ann N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views perfect location
Very satisfied with this property and our stay. The views were gorgeous!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kathy B.

Carpet needed a shampoo. TV was hard to operate.
Close enough to beach to walk. View was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Tina B.

Great View & Location
I really did love this property. The view is exceptional! I love to cook and the kitchen had everything. The house would have easily been five stars, But the carpet and the couches were pretty filthy. We wore socks and covered the couches with our blankets that we brought from home and it was fine. The condo is the perfect location and again the view is amazing!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the Perch
Up above the noise and the traffic, but still with all the views and proximity. Nice, clean and quiet just as described. We had a wonderful time, loved the condo and the complex!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Rob E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and views!
Rental company was easy to work with. There was scheduled fridge repair during our stay, which was an inconvenience for planning beach time. The visitor parking in front of the unit was occupied by other tenants vehicles all week so guests couldn’t park there. The views are perfect! Deck table only has 2 chairs now, and the inside dining situation is challenging with only a folded table. We always love our time at the mermaid perch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Decent place. Nice views.
It's a nice place, a little dated, but good. All beds were comfortable, decent showers and bath. Supplied with pretty much everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Property was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Great location with incredible views. This was our second time at the property and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022