Aptos is a small town in Santa Cruz County, just south of San Francisco. This charming coastal town has lots to offer visitors of all ages, from beaches to forests and much more besides.

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Popular Rental Amenities in Aptos
Finding a vacation rental with a pool shouldn't be too difficult in Aptos. More than a quarter of the vacation rentals include pools. Condo with pools in Aptos are a excellent option for groups of 5 and have an average cost of $507 a night. If you would also like to be close to the water, more than half of the accommodations including a pool are situated within 2 miles of the waterfront.
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Seaside fun
If you are visiting Aptos with kids, then you will spend most of your time on the town's beautiful beaches. The Seacliff State Beach has a fishing pier, which is open to the public but its most famous attraction is a half-sunk concrete ship, the SS Palo Alto. This was an experimental vessel, built in the 1940s, which now acts as a reef for local wildlife. Seacliff State Beach is also home to a visitor center, where you can learn more about Pacific beach wildlife.
Explore the farmers' market
As a coastal town, most of the restaurants specialize in serving fresh seafood but Aptos' culinary highlight is its weekly farmers' market, which celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2017. Held every Saturday morning at the town's Cabrillo College, stalls feature local, organic produce including cheeses, fish, meats, bread, fresh fruit and vegetables and honey - perfect for taking back to your vacation rental and cooking up a delicious lunch.
Redwood forests and beyond
The highlight of any visit to Aptos is the Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, a vast redwood forest with over 30 miles of hiking and cycling trails. The toughest trails can take you up to 2,600ft - well worth it for the view of the forest and the California coastline beyond. Back in town, you can learn about the history of Aptos, and the important role played by both the forest and the ocean in its success, at the Aptos History Museum.
Information about vacation rentals in Aptos
🏡 Vacation rentals available | 745 rentals |
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🌙 Nightly prices starting at | $89 |
⭐ Popular amenities | Pets allowed, Internet and Kitchen |
🐾 Pet friendly homes | 125 homes |
🏊 Vacation rentals with pools | 198 homes |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical nightly price for a vacation home in Aptos?
The nightly price of accommodations in Aptos starts at $89. $703 is the average nightly price for house rentals in Aptos. Condos in Aptos cost $567 per night on average.
How many vacation homes are available for booking in Aptos?
Currently there are 745 rentals available for booking for your next trip.
What amenities are most popular for vacation rentals in Aptos?
The most popular amenities for vacation home rentals in Aptos include accommodations with: Pets allowed, Internet, and Kitchen.
How many vacation homes with pools are there in Aptos?
There are 198 vacation rentals across 7 providers in Aptos.
Are pets allowed in vacation rentals in Aptos?
Absolutely, currently there are 125 vacation rentals in Aptos that allow pets , with an average rate of $579 per night.
When is it better to travel to Aptos?
September and October are typically the warmest months in Aptos with temperatures around 77 °F. The coldest months in Aptos are January and December, with 41 °F on average.
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