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Beach nearby
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Water viewWater viewWater view

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Aptos, CA
  • Popular LocationSeacliff State Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationRio Del Mar Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationSeascape Golf Club3 min drive
  • AirportWatsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)14 min drive

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About the area

Aptos

At this condo you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach. .Condo features a washing machine, 2 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available.
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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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Mermaid's Perch!

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

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
✔ Small 4 person dining table & chairs
✔ Televisions in each room
✔ Free wifi
✔ End-unit condo offers more privacy and maximizes the ocean views
✔ Small (shared ) pool in the complex - Please note that it is heated in the summer only.
✔ Spectacular ocean view (which many units in the complex do not have)

Property manager

Jody Stelck

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

65e63f16938379010ad42729

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Mermaid's Perch!?

Yep, The Mermaid's Perch! is a short 6-minute walk from Seacliff State Beach.

Does The Mermaid's Perch! have a pool?

No, this condo doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Mermaid's Perch!?

No, The Mermaid's Perch! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Mermaid's Perch!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Mermaid's Perch!?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Mermaid's Perch! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view
Representation was a very accurate.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice clean property
Enjoyed the property and was exactly what we expected.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View!
Our stay was perfect! We’ll be back soon 😎
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful
Amazing views including whales, seals and dolphins!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

4/10 Poor

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend only
Very nice condo, great views, decent area. The issue was after the weekend, workers showed up at 8am on Monday with power washers, gas generators, nail guns, etc. doing work on other units, but parked all their stuff in front of our back door, crazy noise, couldn’t wait to leave today. Not to mention all the construction debris littering the left side of this unit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Vacation
Had a lovely stay! Would defiantly stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Phyllis R., Fairfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View
The location and view were stupendous. Beds were very comfortable. A lot of high-end things, i.e. Viking range/oven, although not a lot of pots and pans This is not a large place. More than 4 people would be really pushing it. Biggest problem was the lack of WiFi. The last two day we all used cellular data. Be aware there is NO table you can eat at or work on. There is a peninsula that is cramped, low, with almost no knee room. We did find an old card table downstairs, but three of the four legs have been bent/ broken. You have to be really careful to not dump it. If stairs are an problem, be aware that at the top there is no handrail where it makes a turn.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023