House in Rio Del Mar, CA
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
Summary:
Welcome aboard! (Permit 211160) This unique beachfront house is designed to look like a boat, complete with porthole windows and a ships wheel. Enjoy your morning coffee while watching the waves, or spend your days lounging on the beach and soaking up the sun with Marianne's ice cream in hand!
The Space:
- Comfortably sleeps up to 5 guests
- 2 bedrooms
- 2.5 bathrooms
- There is a parking space under the house, but please note it is only big enough to fit a sedan or a small SUV. Please no large SUV's or trucks. There is free parking available on the street, but keep in mind spots can be hard to come by during the busy months.
- Fully stocked kitchen w/ drip coffee maker
- Living room
- Outdoor seating area
Note:
- No gatherings or parties allowed (strictly enforced)
- The exterior of this home is monitored by 24/7 surveillance recording devices for safety.
- Smart TVs with streaming capabilities (no local channels or cable).
- NO PETS
- Nearby construction is ongoing Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Some daytime noise should be expected.
Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire house and patio, except the covered outdoor furniture under the house. There are two locked closets upstairs for owner's items & cleaner's storage.
Please note there are fences up right now around the patio to ensure privacy to the owner's on Beach Drive. It is critical that this fence remains locked at ALL times.
The Neighborhood:
Aptos is a coastal gem nestled in Santa Cruz County. With its stunning beaches, including Rio del Mar and Seacliff State Beach, it's a haven for sun-seekers and surf enthusiasts. This charming town boasts a laid-back vibe, a mix of boutique shops, and a vibrant dining scene, making it a perfect destination for a relaxing vacation. The iconic Cement Ship at Seacliff Beach is a must-see, and nearby forested parks like Nisene Marks offer hiking and biking trails. Aptos combines natural beauty, small-town charm, and easy access to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, creating an ideal coastal escape for visitors.
This is not a good place for gatherings or parties so please keep that in mind when booking this home. We are very respectful of our neighbors and will not tolerate loud noise past curfew and additional guests at the property.
Getting Around:
- Rio Del Mar Beach (1 minute walk!)
- Forest of Nisene Marks State Park (10 minute walk)
- Aptos Village, including Penny Ice Creamery, Mentone, Pacific Foods, Cat and Cloud Coffee (5 minute drive)
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (20 minute drive)
Other Things to Note:
-The city has set up a fence at the entrance and exit to this row of homes on Beach Dr. to enhance privacy for residents. Guests can access the patio and beach through a lockable gate, which may also be used by the neighbors on Beach Dr.
- This home is located on a main road in the heart of a vibrant and popular tourist destination! With that prime location, you may hear some road or foot traffic during your stay.
- There is one dedicated parking space for a sedan. If your vehicle is larger, such as an SUV, truck, or one with a roof rack, there’s also convenient street parking nearby.
- For your safety, please note that the stair banister in the living area does not meet current code spacing, so it may not be the best fit for small children.
- The covered outdoor furniture is reserved for the owner’s use. We kindly ask that it not be used during your stay.
- We have landscapers, pest service, and other property maintenance done on a weekly basis. You may see or hear these service professionals during your stay as they let themselves into the backyard to service as needed. Please be sure to ask about this before booking if you think it might be an issue for you.
- TV is a smart tv with streaming capabilities. There are no cable or local channels.
- The exterior of this home is monitored by 24/7 surveillance recording devices for safety.
- We are required to stick to our cancellation policy and we suggest adding trip insurance for any last minute issues that may impact your travel (Weather, Illness, etc). We are not able to cancel, move or refund bookings that do not fall in our cancellation policy for any reason.
- Nearby construction is ongoing Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Some daytime noise should be expected.
**Booking Requirements**
To help ensure a safe and secure experience for our guests and homeowners, the primary guest is required to complete identity verification and sign O'Neal Vacation Rentals' Vacation Rental Agreement after booking confirmation. Instructions will be provided shortly after your reservation is confirmed.
Guests wishing to review the Vacation Rental Agreement before booking may find it on the O'Neal Vacation Rentals website under the "Vacation Rental Agreements" section.
By booking, you acknowledge and agree to complete all required pre-arrival documentation. Failure to complete required documentation may affect your ability to access the property and may result in cancellation of the reservation where permitted by the booking platform and applicable policies.
Interaction with Guests:
OVR is local in Santa Cruz and available for questions at any time!
Welcome aboard! (Permit 211160) This unique beachfront house is designed to look like a boat, complete with porthole windows and a ships wheel. Enjoy your morning coffee while watching the waves, or spend your days lounging on the beach and soaking up the sun with Marianne's ice cream in hand!
The Space:
- Comfortably sleeps up to 5 guests
- 2 bedrooms
- 2.5 bathrooms
- There is a parking space under the house, but please note it is only big enough to fit a sedan or a small SUV. Please no large SUV's or trucks. There is free parking available on the street, but keep in mind spots can be hard to come by during the busy months.
- Fully stocked kitchen w/ drip coffee maker
- Living room
- Outdoor seating area
Note:
- No gatherings or parties allowed (strictly enforced)
- The exterior of this home is monitored by 24/7 surveillance recording devices for safety.
- Smart TVs with streaming capabilities (no local channels or cable).
- NO PETS
- Nearby construction is ongoing Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Some daytime noise should be expected.
Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire house and patio, except the covered outdoor furniture under the house. There are two locked closets upstairs for owner's items & cleaner's storage.
Please note there are fences up right now around the patio to ensure privacy to the owner's on Beach Drive. It is critical that this fence remains locked at ALL times.
The Neighborhood:
Aptos is a coastal gem nestled in Santa Cruz County. With its stunning beaches, including Rio del Mar and Seacliff State Beach, it's a haven for sun-seekers and surf enthusiasts. This charming town boasts a laid-back vibe, a mix of boutique shops, and a vibrant dining scene, making it a perfect destination for a relaxing vacation. The iconic Cement Ship at Seacliff Beach is a must-see, and nearby forested parks like Nisene Marks offer hiking and biking trails. Aptos combines natural beauty, small-town charm, and easy access to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, creating an ideal coastal escape for visitors.
This is not a good place for gatherings or parties so please keep that in mind when booking this home. We are very respectful of our neighbors and will not tolerate loud noise past curfew and additional guests at the property.
Getting Around:
- Rio Del Mar Beach (1 minute walk!)
- Forest of Nisene Marks State Park (10 minute walk)
- Aptos Village, including Penny Ice Creamery, Mentone, Pacific Foods, Cat and Cloud Coffee (5 minute drive)
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (20 minute drive)
Other Things to Note:
-The city has set up a fence at the entrance and exit to this row of homes on Beach Dr. to enhance privacy for residents. Guests can access the patio and beach through a lockable gate, which may also be used by the neighbors on Beach Dr.
- This home is located on a main road in the heart of a vibrant and popular tourist destination! With that prime location, you may hear some road or foot traffic during your stay.
- There is one dedicated parking space for a sedan. If your vehicle is larger, such as an SUV, truck, or one with a roof rack, there’s also convenient street parking nearby.
- For your safety, please note that the stair banister in the living area does not meet current code spacing, so it may not be the best fit for small children.
- The covered outdoor furniture is reserved for the owner’s use. We kindly ask that it not be used during your stay.
- We have landscapers, pest service, and other property maintenance done on a weekly basis. You may see or hear these service professionals during your stay as they let themselves into the backyard to service as needed. Please be sure to ask about this before booking if you think it might be an issue for you.
- TV is a smart tv with streaming capabilities. There are no cable or local channels.
- The exterior of this home is monitored by 24/7 surveillance recording devices for safety.
- We are required to stick to our cancellation policy and we suggest adding trip insurance for any last minute issues that may impact your travel (Weather, Illness, etc). We are not able to cancel, move or refund bookings that do not fall in our cancellation policy for any reason.
- Nearby construction is ongoing Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Some daytime noise should be expected.
**Booking Requirements**
To help ensure a safe and secure experience for our guests and homeowners, the primary guest is required to complete identity verification and sign O'Neal Vacation Rentals' Vacation Rental Agreement after booking confirmation. Instructions will be provided shortly after your reservation is confirmed.
Guests wishing to review the Vacation Rental Agreement before booking may find it on the O'Neal Vacation Rentals website under the "Vacation Rental Agreements" section.
By booking, you acknowledge and agree to complete all required pre-arrival documentation. Failure to complete required documentation may affect your ability to access the property and may result in cancellation of the reservation where permitted by the booking platform and applicable policies.
Interaction with Guests:
OVR is local in Santa Cruz and available for questions at any time!
Amenities at Rio Del Mar Boathouse - steps from the beach
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Rio Del Mar, CA
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·May 2026
Great place. Right on the beach and super cute and unique. We walked to Venus Pie Trap each morning for delicious coffee. Pixie’s Deli is right there too and has something for everyone. A little liquor store is just across the street for snacks, drinks and little items you may have forgot. The only negatives were the house manual is out dated and there isn’t much light downstairs. The manual says there is a gate to access the patio locked by a bike lock. We saw the bike lock just chilling on a table and there is a whole new wooden gate built with 2 different locks with no mention in the manual. The manual asks for you to rinse your feet before entering the house with a hose that you can only get to if you go back out into the sand and walk up the stairs to the patio. Then you would have to walk back through the sand to get to the front door. If you’re planning to cook in the kitchen, check the lights in the kitchen to see if they’re working before sunset. The lights barely glowed and it was so dark. Luckily, we just ordered food for pick up and watched movies so we didn’t need much light. Over all it’s a great place and we’d rent again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
Great location, clean house, and very responsive host
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
Beautiful, clean, and fun house with all the amenities and you get to fall asleep to the waves. It’s a great beach too
6 / 10Average·Jan 2026
The house was dirty and worn out. Did realize you couldn’t even sit next to the beach on the patio with your own chairs. Patio was an eye sore
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