Aptos is considered as a census-designated space by the United States Census Bureau. Governed by a larger administrative division, Aptos consists of multiple smaller municipalities. The town’s population totals to around 24,000 inhabitants. Aptos has multiple parks, including the Forest of Nisene Marks State Park and the Seacliff State Beach. In addition to that, it is esteemed for annually holding the “World’s Shortest Parade” during the Fourth of July. The whole parade route is around 6 miles (9.6 km) long. That being said, there is a lot of stuff to do in town. We’ve gathered and listed down the best Vrbo vacation rentals in town for your next travel destination. Scroll below for the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Aptos, California.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Cozy home near the beach (from USD 353)
This two-bedroom place can house up to six people. It is situated near the beach. The guests can reach the beach in Rio del Mar after a few minutes of walking. In addition to that, there is also a picnic place with a barbecue grill nearby, as well as, a walking path and fishing pier. The house has vaulted ceilings, tiled and carpeted floors, and its own private deck. The kitchen is also fully equipped with a bar stool, stove, dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, toaster, and blender. Best of all, the place is pet-friendly and has internet access all throughout.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
and it was nice to have a water closet downstairsThe kitchen had everything we needed for cooking when we wanted toEven beach chairs for the beachI would recommend to families with children old enough to handle the stairs (over 5?)only thing missing were beach towels but not expectedHost:
The owner was very responsive and provided all the essentialsGreat location well equipped clean and well maintainedThe owner seems to care about her guests as well as her lovely propertyIt was very easy to communicate with the owner she was available as neededGreat time with the family and dogRead more reviewsLocation:
The house was in a great locationonly a few minutes drive awayjust a block from the beachThe neighborhood is quiet and peaceful perfect for a relaxing vacationbut there are so many nice places to eat within walking distance
2. Happy house with a fully equipped kitchen (from USD 202)
This house has two bedrooms and can accommodate up to six individuals. The house has a kitchen fully equipped with a coffee maker, stove/oven, refrigerator, cookware, and a dishwasher. All of these amenities are of course, available for the guests to utilize. In addition to that, the living room is equipped with an upgraded fiber high-speed wireless internet access, a direct television, DVDs and a VCR with movies for kids. On the other hand, it is important to note that the house does not permit pets unless a 50 USD pet fee is paid.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The house is quaint and has everything you need It could use updating of living room furniture to make it more comfortable The king size bed is super comfy and it was quietbut someone always needed to "hold down the fort-In down the streetThe home is small but very good use of spaceWe did learn to open the place to cool it down in the daytime as it gets warmCleanliness:
The house was very clean and quietThe cottage is cute clean and the perfect size for usHost:
We used the patio for grilling one night and the rather old Weber made some mighty good food As the family cookthe rest of the menu had great variety of healthy foodInteresting history about the cement ship that I'd never known before even growing up going to that beachit was perfect for us family of three plus the dogLoved the gas fireplace that gave atmosphere and good warmth at the flick of a switchRead more reviewsLocation:
Great restaurants across the street and a quick stroll to one of the best beaches in Santa CruzThe only issue was my son seemed to be allergic to something in the houseIt's walking distance to the beach restaurants and grocery storesjust a five minute walkThat was a bit of a bummer
3. Quiet rental near the sea (from USD 267)
This two-bedroom rental can accommodate up to six individuals. It is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac which ensures the guests some privacy and peacefulness during their stay. Despite that, it is only a few meters away from the beach. The guests are welcome to walk and enjoy the cool breeze of the sea. The house is equipped with a kitchen with a Wolf gas stove, al fresco dining, a living room with a fireplace, a backyard for a perfect game of bocce, and all the modern amenities including WiFi, a television, DVDs, and a whole lot more.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Plenty of room comfortable bedsThe binder left on the kitchen counterIt was also so nice to have a fully stocked kitchen towelsEverything you need to feel comfortable while visiting the Santa Cruz areaI was expecting the House to be niceCleanliness:
Everything was neat and clean and comfortableeverything was very clean and accessibleGreat location neat and clean with everything you needThe house is clean and everything is updated and good qualityexcellent beds were very comfortable (best of our vacation)Host:
Colm was great to communicate with and he made everything smooth and easyThe patio with the hammock and bocce ball court is amazingto beach and bikes boards games etc all available at houseLoved having two patio areasprovided all the information we needed and more to enjoy our trip to AptosRead more reviewsLocation:
Great location on a very quiet streetA great beach house within walking distance of a beautiful beachWe enjoyed the 10 min walk to the beach and the bocce ball in the backyardThe Kennedy Beach house is remarkableWonderful tidy cottage just a 10-minute walk from the beach on a quiet street Fully equipped Everything worked beautifully
4. Gorgeous home overlooking seacliff (from USD 450)
This spacious three-bedroom home can accommodate up to 10 individuals. The living room has a burning fireplace and a picture window. In addition to that, it also has a flat-screen television for the guests to entertain themselves with. However, the best thing about this rental is its unobstructed view of the sea cliff. There is also a Weber barbecue for the guests to use. However, the guests should bring their own briquette. The house is also equipped with WiFi, which allows anyone in the house to access the internet.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The kitchen/dining/living room was a little on the small sideAmple parking beds were comfortableplenty of bathrooms smaller kitchen(but workable )The view is great and the house has everything we need to make our stay very comfortableThis home felt as inviting and comfortable as our ownCleanliness:
Very clean Beautiful view of the ocean and quietThe view can't be beatThe decor is lovely - casual and beachy I have rented many properties - domestic and international through VRBO and this is one of the best cared for I have rentedThe 3 bedrooms are large and sleeping arrangements can vary with trundle day beds king and queen size beds so the house can accommodate multiple familiesHost:
Maureen responded quickly to any concernsMaureen the owner was QUICKLY there to assist Very friendlyShe was very kind and helped me collect some belongings left behindand we thought she would have been fun to hang with as wellWe absolutely loved our weekend in this beautiful home This beach house was fully stocked with linens towels and beds for all of usRead more reviewsLocation:
It is a short walk to the beach restaurants and ice cream shop Myselfconsidering the location Lots of people parking in their cars for extended periods of timeThe house is perfect for anyone wanting a relaxing time with a beautiful view and endless activities within a short driveThe upstairs balcony deck is awesome for cocktails/appies and a view that won't quit No direct beach access across streetbut maybe that is because I have a bad back
5. Lovely property with a barbecue grill (from USD 380)
This lovely property has three bedrooms and can house up to eight people. It is located in an ideal location which has a perfect view of the Rio Del Mar and Seacliff beach area. In addition to that, there is a rooftop deck complete with outdoor furnishings and a barbecue. The best thing about the deck is that it comes with wonderful views of the ocean. The place is also just a couple of minutes away from Rio Del Mar and the Seacliff State Park with its famous wharf and cement ship.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Each bedroom having its own bathroom was an added bonusThe size is perfect with three levels for everyone's privacyThe three levels provided a lot of privacyKing bed is extremely comfortable and huge shower in king bed roomThe online photos and description could not do justice to this property - the space was huge and very comfortableCleanliness:
The house is clean and has an amazing ocean viewThe beds were quite comfortable and a lot of bathrooms Close to everythingHost:
We had a great time with family large property to accomodate us allJoe was really helpful and quick to respond to queriesJoe was extremely responsive to the questions we had and truly cares about his guestsAnd the owner very promptly called us back when we had a question when we arrived Wonderful vacation rentalJoe was accommodating of our requestsRead more reviewsLocation:
The house has thermostats but A/C not workingIt got hot upstairs Close to beach but definite driveRestaurants grocery stores and a great golf course are just a short drive awayWell maintained Close to fun dining and reasonably priced golf courseIt is out of the higher traffic area of Santa Cruz
6. Spacious bungalow that comes with a chef's kitchen (from USD 382)
This spacious bungalow can house up to six people. It has a deck which overlooks Monterey Bay and needless to say the views are spectacular. In addition to that, guests are also welcome to sunbathe on the deck. It is also near Seacliff State Beach and just a short drive away from Beach Gate trail. There are a lot of local restaurants offering sumptuous dishes near the place.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Living room is comfy and deck on the front a great place to hang out in the sunshine and watch the whalesI am also a fan of stoves with gas cook tops and open kitchen/livingroom floor plans and this place just felt like home the minute we walked in the front doorYes my young grandson got a little sand in the hot tubThe photos don't do the living room justice either as we found the seating to be ample and quite comfortableWe spent each night enjoying the front porch and going over our dayCleanliness:
Great location and very clean propertyThe hot tub was sparkling cleanIt was clean and had everything we needed Short walk to the beautiful Seacliff beachWe were unaware that fog rolls in from the ocean in the morning and eveningHost:
The owner met us when we arrived and showed us aroundOwner is very nice and easy to work with tooThe cutest Most comfortable spot Short walk to the beach as well as great foodI can only conclude this is not an animal friendly homeWe respected his terms to the extent of buying special caging for our animals only to have false accusations madeRead more reviewsLocation:
It's in a very cute little neighborhoodSeveral good restaurants also within walking distanceI used to live in this houseBoth bedrooms have backyard access Walking distance to beach and shops and restaurantsThe cottage is in a great location with ocean views and within walking distance to the beach and local restaurants
Enjoy everything Aptos has to offer
Aptos consists of multiple smaller communities. That being said, it offers a variety of fun and exciting activities. However, the most famous attraction in Aptos would be its beaches. Of course, that includes Rio del Mar and Seacliff State Beach. It is the perfect destination for everyone. We’ve already gathered the best Vrbo rentals in the area, so go and book your trip here now!
History
Get Trip101 in your inbox
Unsubscribe in one click. See our Privacy Policy for more information on how we use your data
Create an account to