The Mermaid's Perch S

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Water view

Check out the area

Aptos, CA

Seacliff State Beach6 min walk
Rio Del Mar Beach9 min walk
Cabrillo College3 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)14 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

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! The perfect beach holiday awaits you in this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom end-unit condo on Rio Del Mar State beach. Short-term Rental Permit #231206.

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.

✔ Televisions in each room.

✔ Free wifi.

✔ End-unit condo offers more privacy and maximizes the ocean views.

✔ Small (shared )pool in the complex.

✔ Spectacular ocean view (which many units in the complex do not have).

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Property manager

Jody Stelck

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor Space

Water view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Non-smoking. No Pets Allowed.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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.

Aptos, CA

What's nearby

Seacliff State Beach - 6 min walk
Rio Del Mar Beach - 9 min walk
Seascape Golf Club - 3 min drive
Cabrillo College - 3 min drive
New Brighton State Beach - 11 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 S pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mermaid's Perch S 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).

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Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alice A.

Apr 23, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View!

Our stay was perfect! We’ll be back soon 😎

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy D.

Jan 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

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

Nov 4, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Oct 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful

Amazing views including whales, seals and dolphins!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Sep 29, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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