500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river

4.8

Outstanding(120 Reviews)

House in Rio Del Mar, CA

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this house rental

The Coast Queen is a wonderful house for a pleasant getaway to the coast for the weekend. It's a perfect place for a family, a couple or even two couples. It's a short two minute walk to the beach (and coffee shop, deli, corner market, and restaurants) providing a great anchor for days at the beach, yet it's only a few miles from Santa Cruz to enjoy the wonderful food, and activities in Santa Cruz.
Rio Del Mar is one of the last of the quaint, small village areas on the central coast. You can walk about a mile north from here, and seemingly endless miles south. We are close to the cement ship as well.

The house has been recently remodeled, with new floors and appliances in a full-stocked, fully functional kitchen. The deck upstairs is a wonderful place to hang out on sunny and shady days (with a movable umbrella if you're a shade-lover), along with an outdoor grill.
There are flat screen televisions both upstairs and downstairs, along with basic cable and free Netflix. We also have high speed internet.

We have a car port for two cars off street parking.
We are a legally permitted vacation rental in Santa Cruz County.

We also have - special for kids - a Harry Potter closet! It is equipped with a super comfy mattress-type thing, and pillows. (We are still waiting for an owl to find us.) Kids have been known to read books there for hours, sleep there, and play spooky games there too. (There is good light in there, for those who want it.)

We are dog friendly BUT WE HAVE A PET POLICY. If you are interested in bringing a dog you MUST tell us at the time of booking. We will share our pet policy and you must agree to it. If you do not tell us you are bringing a dog (and agree to our pet policy), we will charge an extra $200 cleaning fee.

We have a general maximum of four adults. If you plan on having more than 4 adults, you need to check with us. We charge an extra fee of $20 per night for extra adults.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Rio Del Mar, CA

Nearby attractions

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Municipal Rose Garden

40.3 mi

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500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river

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4.8

Outstanding(120 Reviews)

House in Rio Del Mar, CA

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this house rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Rio Del Mar, CA

Nearby attractions

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Municipal Rose Garden

40.3 mi

Reviews

4.8

Outstanding(120 Reviews)

5.0

Sep 2024

Great space for a family- two bedrooms, two bathrooms and large outdoor deck. Well stocked kitchen. Only meal we prepared was breakfast. Quick walk to beach. As tennis fans, we were delighted to get the channel for the U S Open. Comfy furnishings. Limited stores within walking distance. Many restaurants and coffee spots several miles away.

5.0

Sep 2024

The house is very nice. So close to the beach. Has everything you need for a comfortable stay. And the owner is quick to respond.

5.0

Jul 2024

Good location, clean and comfortable. I would choose this rental again.

5.0

Mar 2024

There was plenty of room to spread out. I appreciated the heater in the master bedroom. It was very comfortable and super close to the beach and coffee shop!!

5.0

Jan 2024

Great time spending a sunny winter-day at the beach. Great location! Home was nicely decorated, comfortable and beachy. I appreciated the check in emails from the owner, the easy/secure parking and large outdoor deck.

5.0

Sep 2023

Very comfortable home great location and very quiet.

5.0

Apr 2023

Great, cozy, comfortable place! Enjoyed the accommodations very much!

5.0

Mar 2023

The property was clean, good kitchen and living space had plenty of room

5.0

Jan 2023

Great location to beach, cute and tidy home; love the local recommendations in the guest book. Thanks for a good time!

3.0

Jul 2022

Great location.

Great location.

The location was great, but the unit was a bit disappointing. Bedrooms very small, cramped. Linens and pillows not so nice. Good towels, but no hand towels. Kitchen was was nice but dishes, towels , glasses and utensils were in short supply.

5.0

Jun 2022

We love the Coast Queen.

We love the Coast Queen.

3rd time staying. We love the comfort of this house and the proximity to the beach.

5.0

Jun 2022

We love the Coast Queen!

We love the Coast Queen!

This was our third stay. We love the comfort of the house and the proximity to the beach!

5.0

Jun 2022

Wonderful!

Wonderful!

The house was adorable. The location was perfect. The owners were amazing to work with. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was stocked. We had a fantastic time and will be back!!

5.0

May 2022

Great stay

Great stay

Was a fantastic weekend getaway with the family! Close to the beach and cute little restaurant and market for convenience

4.0

Apr 2022

Great location for families

Great location for families

Really enjoyed our stay and loved the proximity to the beach and the deck space. Communication with the owner was very good. We weren’t left many towels by the cleaner and she took care of it right away, which we appreciated. I would suggest replacing all the sheets and bath towels - they were older and worn and new ones would be nice. Also suggest having the cleaners check the grill - it needed a really good scrubbing before we could use it. We’d stay here again!

5.0

Mar 2022

Fabulous house near the beach

Fabulous house near the beach

My husband and 2 teens and dog and I had a fantastic stay at this house. It’s very close to the beach, has everything you could need, and is quiet and comfortable. A great value for this amazing neighborhood! We’d love to come back soon.

5.0

Jan 2022

Our New Favorite Location in Aptos

Our New Favorite Location in Aptos

Great location. The property is very nicely furnished. We had a wonderful experience.

5.0

Jan 2022

Great spot

Great spot

Great vacation location, can't wait to come again.

5.0

Dec 2021

Perfect family getaway

Perfect family getaway

Location and property just as described. Very clean, and the manager was very responsive.

5.0

Dec 2021

close proximity to the beach and food

close proximity to the beach and food

Everything was as described. It's a very clean home and spacious for 2 adults and 1 dog. we would definitely consider staying again

4.0

Dec 2021

Just what we needed

Just what we needed

We needed a beach getaway that was easy and stress free. The house had easy parking, clean bathrooms, and was a 2 min walk to the beach. We drove easily to vineyards, other beaches, yummy BBQ, farms, and a children's marine discovery center. Many of the places we explored were at the recommendation of the owner provided ahead of the trip. Thank you for that! Our only issue was that the kid's room got very cold at night even when we ran the heat downstairs...didn't see any vents in that room itself so that is probably why. Wasn't a big deal.

5.0

Nov 2021

Excellent vacation home

Excellent vacation home

This vacation home is just perfect all around, clean, cozy and excellent for walking to the beach and the neighborhood. Communication with Myriam was top notch, we are definitively looking forward to staying at the Ocean Queen again.

5.0

Sep 2021

Very clean and close to beach, coffee, and restaurants.

Very clean and close to beach, coffee, and restaurants.

Had a great stay. Home was clean, well stocked, and close to many amenities. Even though it located is near a motel and busy beach area, noise was minimal. Would stay again.

5.0

Aug 2021

Wonderful Family Break

Wonderful Family Break

This was a SUPERB coastal stay throughout! Family and dog friendly. The host (Myriam) was very nice and easy to communicate. We enjoyed the recommendations to explore this area and our children enjoyed eating at Pixie Deli, taking strolls by the nearby beach and hiking at the local state parks. My Family and Pup loved it and can't wait to go back. Thank you!!

5.0

Aug 2021

Home away from home

Home away from home

My husband and I come quite often to visit our daughter and grandson in Santa Cruz. We have stayed in many VRBO properties and this one was one of the best. Very clean, comfortable king bed, kitchen with all the necessary dishes, etc. for cooking meals, and a great location. Can walk to a beautiful beach and a quick drive to Santa Cruz.

5.0

Aug 2021

Lovely little house near the beach

Lovely little house near the beach

We picked this house for its proximity to the beach. The neighborhood it’s in is full of little beach bungalows. You can’t quite see the beach from the house, but it’s literally just around the corner. It seemed like the house would be noisy, given its busy location, but it was very quiet and peaceful inside. There are two small but comfy bedrooms downstairs, along with a very well-equipped (lots and lots of towels!) shared bathroom. Upstairs is an open living room/dining room/kitchen combo and a half bath with washer and dryer. The kitchen was well-equipped, and the dining table was roomy. A comfortable sofa and arm chair made the living room a good place to hang out. Some books and games are provided. There were TVs in the living room and master—we didn’t use them, but I think they’d be good for rainy days. The upstairs deck was a great place to sit under the umbrella with a glass of wine and enjoy the neighborhood. Finally, we communicated with the owner a couple of times and found her to be quick to respond and very helpful. I highly recommend this home!

5.0

May 2021

Cute, clean, comfortable and short walk to beach

Cute, clean, comfortable and short walk to beach

This house was perfect for our weekend away to celebrate our son's 26th birthday. 4 adults very comfortable. Close to plenty to do, see, eat, and walk. 2 blocks to beach is a huge bonus. We will rent this again when we only need 2 bedrooms. I appreciated the owner's timely responses to my emails.

5.0

Apr 2021

Comfortable house, steps from the beach.

Comfortable house, steps from the beach.

My friend and I (and her little dog) had a three-day mini-vacation at this lovely beach house. The place was spotless, the beds are comfortable, the kitchen is well-stocked, the living area is cozy, and it is in a very quiet area. A huge bonus is the proximity to the beach, which is two short blocks away. In short, it has. everything one could wish for in a vacation rental.

5.0

Apr 2021

Nice getaway

Nice getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at the Coast Queen, it was 1 block from the beach, super cute, nicely, updated, quiet and a great patio. Looking forward to staying again!

5.0

Apr 2021

Presents even better in person!

Presents even better in person!

Such a fabulous beach house! My family of 4 (including 2 teens) all had a great time and were able to spread out after our day at the beach. The rental actually looks better in person- very clean and well stocked. There were even birthday candles there...no detail was overlooked. Though it was a busy week with spring break, with all surrounding rentals occupied, it was very quiet and serene. The price is very reasonable and so much better than staying a hotel. We will definitely be back.

4.0

Mar 2021

comfortable

comfortable

A close block to a very nice beach

5.0

Mar 2021

Great location

Great location

We enjoyed this place. It was walking distance to the beach coffee shop. For future vacationers, more comfortable beds in the second bedroom and more kitchen items such as bowls, glasses, and sharp knives would be good.

5.0

Feb 2021

Great place, great host!

Great place, great host!

This place is exactly as advertised. It's a charming place, well-appointed, and practically steps from the beach. The host was always super helpful and communicative. She even had an extensive house binder that contained a ton of information that was easy and fun to read about many attractions and eateries nearby. We'll be back again, for certain!

5.0

Feb 2021

Great location 2 blocks away from Rio Del Mar Beach. Perfect for couple/ family. Great value.

Great location 2 blocks away from Rio Del Mar Beach. Perfect for couple/ family. Great value.

If I would change anything, I would say that the living room could really use a coffee table, but I moved the small round table over to the couch so that I had a table. Everything was great, thank you.

5.0

Feb 2021

Convenient clean & communicative owner

Convenient clean & communicative owner

Will be back!

5.0

Feb 2021

Steps to the beach! AMAZING STAY!

Steps to the beach! AMAZING STAY!

What a lovely spot! We had such a great time here! You are literally a block away from the beach, a huge deck -- absolutely charming. The host is extremely responsive as well. There is also an outlet right next to the parking spot which was extremely helpful to us as we have an electric vehicle. There is a small market a block away (think 7/11 style) or a larger grocery store that's 1-2 miles away. Would definitely stay here again.

5.0

Dec 2020

Coast Queen

Coast Queen

Lovely place, very clean, very communicative owner, super close to the endless beaches. Thank you!

5.0

Dec 2020

Short vacation at the beach

Short vacation at the beach

Nice place to stay away from home.

5.0

Nov 2020

Enchanting and Cozy!

Enchanting and Cozy!

Myrian, Our stay was amazing! It was a two minute walk to the beach, neighborhood market, fine dinning, coffee specialties, with the relaxing sound of the ocean waves 24/7. The king size bed was very, very comfortable. The bunk beds were comfy also! This apartment had everything we needed. Great cable, a plethora of movies, etc. ***Easy access to the freeway for so many bright spots to visit. ***Thank you, for checking on us to be sure everything was running ***smooth. WE WILL BE BACK!!!

5.0

Sep 2020

Great house!

Great house!

We would totally stay here again! Myriam is so response and easy to work with. Great location with a short walk to the beach. We forgot to sign your guestbook, but we will do it next time we stay at the Coast Queen! :)

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Rio Del Mar?

The average price for a rental in Rio Del Mar is $602 per night. This rental is $240 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is 500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at 500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river

House in Rio Del Mar, CA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Rio Del Mar, CA

Nearby attractions

500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river

House in Rio Del Mar, CA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Rio Del Mar, CA

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Rio Del Mar?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is 500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river pet friendly?

What amenities are available at 500 feet from the ocean, 500 feet from the river?

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