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Explore 50 vacation rentals in Aptos

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Aptos vacation rentals start at $70 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
30 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
50 of Aptos vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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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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🍀Escape - Brand New Modern Chic Coastal Retreat🍀
Start the day snuggled up with an incredible, 180-degree unobstructed ocean view from the deck with coffee from the in-home coffee station. Take a dip in the pool overlooking the shoreline or grab some boogie boards for a day on the beach. Featured on the design website Houzz, this clean, breezy, modern seaside sanctuary features homey hardwood floors, smooth quartz counters and open floor plan living. Come relax with amazing beds + soft linens, a gourmet kitchen, and the charm of beach living.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Beautiful La Selva Beach
Large 4 BR, 3 BA, 2,100 sq. ft. home in beautiful La Selva Beach! Just 1 mile from the beach. The entire home has been remodeled. The master bedroom includes a second living room area and an office. Enjoy a chef's kitchen, washer/dryer, ocean peak from the upper deck, large yard, and hot tub. Enjoy a BBQ, roast marshmallows, or just lounge and enjoy the views. Easy drive to Santa Cruz or Monterey. This is a quiet neighborhood, so no partying, excessive alcohol, or loud noise, please!
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Sunny Beach House • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 8
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.
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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
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Private Pool Villa for family getaways
Looking for a comfy space to spend time with friends and family? Beach or great outdoors more your thing? 10 minutes from Seacliff State Beach and 12 minutes to Nisene Marks, this sunny locale is your comfortable home base for your next adventure. Why not just hang out by the pool? The water typically stays comfortable for swimming from April-September. Enjoy dining for 8 inside or on the patio. So close to the sea, but above the foggier lower elevations. Family friendly!
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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
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Unique Sculptured House with Private Beach Access
Escape from the outside world to this one of a kind ROMANTIC Sculpture House. Enjoy its unique design, white rounded walls, sitting nooks, gas dome fireplace, and beautiful tranquil gardens. Sit back and relax in the rounded sunken bathtub perfect for two. This is the perfect romantic getaway and just one block away from private beach access. Named one of the most stunning Airbnb's in Santa Cruz. Enjoy more fun with zero extra Airbnb fees—we've got you covered!
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Modern Beach Retreat-Free EV Charging
This open and airy modern home is a 5 minute walk to Rio del Mar beach. Enjoy the clean design, large deck and indoor outdoor living. Numerous outdoor activities at your doorstep including golf, world class surf breaks, and renowned biking and hiking trails in the forest of Nisene Marks. Equipped with high speed internet, a projector and Sonos sound system. Our place comfortably hosts five and is good for couples, business travelers, solo, and families.
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Blue Whale Bungalow
200 steps to the beach, not beachfront. Furnished two story home across from Rio Sands hotel. Nearby restaurants, walk/jog path, whale watching, etc. Dog friendly(2 dogs max. with dog fee! Front yard with patio set to enjoy the outdoors. Two bedrooms and 1 bathroom/shower located on 2nd floor up a flight of stairs. Wi-Fi included. Amenities : Washer/dryer, dishwasher, stove, and refrigerator. 2 car private parking available in the back of the house.
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Popular amenities for Aptos house rentals
House rentals with free parking

500 feet from the ocean/Rio del Mar
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Creekside Log Cabin
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Town-and-Nature
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Serene luxury beach bungalow in Pleasure Point
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Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views
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Beach Front Dream House! Hottub/E-Bikes/Surfboards
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CAPITOLA PERFECT LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach/Shops
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Steps to Capitola Beach♦King Bed♦EVCharger♦Pets OK
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House rentals with a pool

Oceanfront beach house with private hot tub
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The Hacienda- Santa Cruz Mountain Ridgetop Retreat
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Oceanfront Retreat w/Private HotTub
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Monterey Bay Oasis on the Ocean!
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Santa Cruz Beach House with Pool & Spa
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2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views
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Beautiful 4 BD home, Brand New Pool and Hot Tub
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Alpine Zen Retreat with heated pool, sauna and spa
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Weekly house rentals

Sunny Seabright Beach House
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Sunset Cottage Vacation rental permit #111394
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Lower Westside Sanctuary by Natural Bridges Beach
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Ocean View Cottage HotTub- Surfboards-Bikes-Kayak
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Charming cottage in westside SC 2 blks from beach
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Luxurious, Spacious, Great Views, Minutes to Ocean
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180°OceanView+HotTub+EBikes+Surfboards+SUPS+Kayak
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Beachside Bliss just steps from Aptos Beach
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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 | $269 | $277 | $262 | $280 | $283 | $377 | $339 | $319 | $286 | $256 | $270 | $267 |
| Avg. temp | 52°F | 53°F | 55°F | 57°F | 59°F | 62°F | 63°F | 64°F | 64°F | 62°F | 56°F | 51°F |
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