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Your beachfront vacation home in California’s Rio del Mar

Only 80 miles south of San Francisco, along California’s Pacific coast, lies the popular beach town of Rio del Mar. Where the local Aptos Creek meanders along colorful flat townhouses, before flowing off into the ocean surrounded by enticing beach houses. Vacation rentals at Beach Drive are just steps away from the wide sandy beaches, while the neighborhood of Rio Highlands sits on the bluff above the ocean. Local vacation homes feature generous outside areas, ocean views, and beautifully landscaped gardens.

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Best Vacation Home Deals in Rio del Mar

Oct 6 - Oct 13

-23%

~~$413~~

$319 per night

Villa ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Wonderful Villa in Rio Del Mar with Grill, Pool & Yard + Ocean Views + Close to Beach

4.6

"Outstanding" (242 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Dec 16 - Dec 23

-18%

~~$265~~

$218 per night

Condo ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Condo in Rio Del Mar with Private Balcony + Ocean View + Close to Beach

5.0

"Excellent" (218 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Jan 13 - Jan 20

-16%

~~$658~~

$555 per night

House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House in Rio Del Mar with Grill

4.5

"Outstanding" (24 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Dec 2 - Dec 9

-41%

~~$525~~

$313 per night

House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House in La Selva Beach with Grill + Ocean View

4.9

"Excellent" (190 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Jan 5 - Jan 12

$450 per night

House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Vacation Home in Rio Del Mar with Wonderful Patio + Ocean Views

4.9

"Excellent" (163 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Sep 9 - Sep 16

$317 per night

House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House in Rio Del Mar with Grill & Yard

4.9

"Excellent" (100 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Oct 28 - Nov 4

$450 per night

House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

House in La Selva Beach with Grill

5.0

"Excellent" (209 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Jun 29 - Jul 6

$431 per night

Condo ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Condo in Rio Del Mar with Private Patio + Ocean Views

5.0

"Excellent" (220 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Sep 9 - Sep 16

$405 per night

House ∙ 7 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House in Rio Del Mar with Yard & Grill + Beautiful Views

5.0

"Excellent" (110 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Apr 7 - Apr 14

$365 per night

House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House in Aptos with Grill + Ocean Views

4.8

"Excellent" (88 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Sep 23 - Sep 30

$507 per night

House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Pleasant Vacation Home in La Selva Beach with Grill + Ocean Views + Next to Beach

4.9

"Excellent" (110 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Oct 28 - Nov 4

$365 per night

Condo ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Condo in Rio Del Mar with Grill, Yard & Pool + Sand View + Beach Nearby

4.8

"Excellent" (134 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Mar 22 - Mar 29

$369 per night

Villa ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Villa in Rio Del Mar with Pool, Yard & Grill + Ocean Views

5.0

"Excellent" (132 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Apr 22 - Apr 29

$269 per night

House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Whole House in Rio Del Mar with Grill & Yard

4.9

"Excellent" (114 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Oct 28 - Nov 4

$280 per night

House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House in Rio Del Mar with Grill & Yard + Ocean View

5.0

"Excellent" (65 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Budget-friendly Vacation Rentals in Rio del Mar

Jun 25 - Jul 2

$315 per night

House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

House in La Selva Beach with Grill & Yard + Ocean View + Close to Beach

4.9

"Excellent" (145 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Sep 9 - Sep 16

$287 per night

House ∙ 5 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Vacation Home in Rio Del Mar with Grill

4.9

"Excellent" (114 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Oct 6 - Oct 13

-22%

~~$352~~

$273 per night

Cottage ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Cottage in Aptos with Yard & Grill

4.9

"Excellent" (200 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Apartments With Balconies or Patios

Looking for a home with a balcony? Check out these vacation homes in Rio del Mar with their own private patios and balconies.

Nov 4 - Nov 11

$450 per night

House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

House in La Selva Beach with Grill

5.0

"Excellent" (209 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

Balcony/Patio

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May 6 - May 13

$405 per night

House ∙ 7 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House in Rio Del Mar with Yard & Grill + Beautiful Views

5.0

"Excellent" (110 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

Balcony/Patio

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Sep 23 - Sep 30

$508 per night

House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Pleasant Vacation Home in La Selva Beach with Grill + Ocean Views + Next to Beach

4.9

"Excellent" (110 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

Balcony/Patio

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Vacation Rentals With Fireplaces

Get warm and cozy on cold winter nights in Rio del Mar by booking a vacation home with a fireplace.

Jun 25 - Jul 2

$315 per night

House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

House in La Selva Beach with Grill & Yard + Ocean View + Close to Beach

4.9

"Excellent" (145 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

Fireplace

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Apr 7 - Apr 14

$365 per night

House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House in Aptos with Grill + Ocean Views

4.8

"Excellent" (88 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

Fireplace

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Apr 19 - Apr 26

$366 per night

Condo ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Condo in Rio Del Mar with Grill, Yard & Pool + Sand View + Beach Nearby

4.8

"Excellent" (134 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

Fireplace

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Vacation rentals and apartments with air conditioning

Keep cool during your trip to Rio del Mar and book a vacation rental with air conditioning.

Oct 6 - Oct 13

-23%

~~$413~~

$316 per night

Villa ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Wonderful Villa in Rio Del Mar with Grill, Pool & Yard + Ocean Views + Close to Beach

4.6

"Outstanding" (242 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

Air conditioning

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Sep 16 - Sep 23

$246 per night

House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Entire Vacation Home in Rio Del Mar with Grill + Ocean View + Close to Beach

5.0

"Excellent" (140 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

Air conditioning

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Mar 25 - Apr 1

-39%

~~$517~~

$316 per night

House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Vacation Home in Rio Del Mar with Private Balcony

4.7

"Outstanding" (81 ratings)

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Popular Rental Amenities in Rio del Mar

TV (325)
Internet (322)
No smoking (312)
Microwave (312)
Kitchen (292)
No pets (267)
Fireplace (247)
Dishwasher (234)
Grill (228)
Washer (228)
Yard (187)
Pool (160)

Using our filters will help you find the ideal property in Rio del Mar. HomeToGo's data shows that "TV" and "Internet" are the most frequently offered features in Rio del Mar. You can also search for a vacation rental in Rio del Mar if you enjoy soaking in the hot tub as 13 of the listed rentals there offer "Hot tub."

The Weather in Rio del Mar

max. Min. 64° 41° 8 days 8	max. Min. 64° 43° 9 days 9	max. Min. 66° 46° 10 days 10	max. Min. 68° 46° 7 days 7	max. Min. 70° 50° 3 days 3	max. Min. 72° 52° 2 days 2	max. Min. 72° 54° 3 days 3	max. Min. 73° 55° 2 days 2	max. Min. 77° 54° 3 days 3	max. Min. 75° 50° 5 days 5	max. Min. 68° 45° 7 days 7	max. Min. 61° 41° 11 days 11
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The above is a climate diagram for Rio del Mar. On average, the warmest month is September. Conversely, January is the coolest month in Rio del Mar, with temperatures going under 41° The rainiest month is December while the driest month is June.

7-Day Weather Forecast in Rio del Mar

Wed, 22 Mar

51°

48°

Thu, 23 Mar

57°

50°

Fri, 24 Mar

55°

44°

Sat, 25 Mar

53°

44°

Sun, 26 Mar

55°

44°

Mon, 27 Mar

51°

42°

Tue, 28 Mar

44°

42°

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Accommodations for your vacation in Rio del Mar

In Rio del Mar, more than half of the accommodations are house rental, which represent 59.66% of its available properties. Interestingly, the average price of house rental is $720 per night, with an average area of 156 m². Furthermore, house rental are great for large groups, as most can accommodate 7 vacationers. Villa are the other most available property type in Rio del Mar. The average size of villa in Rio del Mar is 114 m², and the average price is $783 a night.

Where to find the best food in Rio del Mar?

Culinary delights around Rio del Mar

The numerous oceanfront restaurants around the area invite to baked oysters, seasoned prawns, and the catch of the day. Other choices include American classics like rib-eye steak, tasty burgers, and marinated chicken. Enjoy your meal with a glass of locally produced wine or visit one of the vineyards for some wine sampling. The Soif, located in Santa Cruz, offers a great wine selection along delicious, seasonal food creations.

To prepare your own delicious meal in your holiday home, shop at one of the nearby farmer’s markets to get the freshest local produce in the area. The closest one to Rio del Mar is located on Summer Avenue, it opens every Sunday in the months of May to October. Other notable markets in the area include the Aptos Farmer’s Market, every Saturday, and the Live Oak Market, every Sunday.

What are the best places to discover the arts and culture of Rio del Mar?

Imposing galleries and engaging museums

Striking galleries line the streets with creative displays, appealing museums teach about local history, and the Colligan Theatre invites you to watch dramatic live performances. Cultural activities abound around Rio del Mar, and you can even make your own artwork by joining one of the courses of the Mountains Art Center. The fun and instructive classes include painting, sculpturing, and working with ceramics, with varied courses for adults and children.

For skilfully made local handicrafts and paintings, tour the regional galleries in the area. Especially the well known Artisans Gallery in Santa Cruz features jewelry, wall art, woodwork, and ceramics with emphasis on native artists. To buy paintings and support a non-profit gallery, stop by at Cabrillo College Art Gallery, located on the college campus in Aptos.

What are the best activities for families in Rio del Mar?

Fun activities with kids

Rio del Mar and its surroundings offer plenty of activities for the whole family, from a variety of educational museums and exciting theme parks to child friendly hiking trails and beaches. Rent a kayak or join one of the many boat rides to explore the ocean and spot local wildlife like pelicans, sea lions, or dolphins. Back on land, discover the regional sights by bicycle, either on your own or through a guided tour by Santa Cruz Bike Tours.

Visit neighboring Santa Cruz for the popular Beach Boardwalk, a classic water and amusement park with rides and attractions for all ages along mini golf, an indoor arcade, and food stalls. The venue offers fun family friendly events year round, like free movies on the beach, concerts during summer, and the Boardwalk Holiday Ice with ice skating at the beach during winter.

Where are the unique attractions in Rio del Mar?

Excursion destinations around the county

Close to your vacation home, you will find the world-class Seascape Golf Club and Seascape Sports Club complete with tennis courts, an extensive outdoor swimming area, and a fitness center. A variety of water sports including surfing, fishing, and sailing awaits you at the shores of the Pacific Ocean. Humpback whales and gray whales can often be spotted from the beach, especially during the months of September and October.

The town of Santa Cruz is only 11 miles away and makes for a fun day trip. Take a stroll along the iconic wharf with its many shops and restaurants, or visit the little Surf Museum located in the lighthouse. At nearby Natural Bridges State Beach you can view wildlife like otters, whales, and thousands of monarch butterflies that migrate to the area during winter. The park offers hiking and biking trails as well as picnic areas along wonderful beaches.

What are the best events and festivals in Rio del Mar?

Annual cultural and food events

The county around Rio del Mar exhibits an array of various cultural events throughout the year with food and wine festivals, theater performances, and live music. To enjoy a weekend of creative arts, fine wine, dance shows, and local cuisine, visit the Capitola Art and Wine Festival held annually in September with free admission. Capitola is also home to the yearly Twilight Concerts over the summer months.

Santa Cruz will intrigue you with its annual Film Festival and Shakespeare, a professional theater festival, held between July and September. The Santa Cruz Film Festival is presented at different venues and rewards its participants with awards for best documentary, audience choice, and best animation along other criteria. The producers will take the stage after each presentation to answer any questions about the movies.

Information about vacation rentals in Rio del Mar

🏡 Vacation rentals	232 properties
💳 Possible discounts	up to 47%
🌙 Nightly prices starting at	$161
⭐ Popular amenities	TV, Internet and Non-smoking
🐾 Pet friendly accommodations	53 properties
🏊 Vacation rentals with pools	167 properties

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nightly price for a vacation home in Rio del Mar?

The nightly price of accommodations in Rio del Mar starts at $161. If you would like to stay in a house rental, the average price is $720 per night. A villa Rio del Mar will cost on average $783 per night.

How many vacation homes are available to book in Rio del Mar?

There are currently 232 vacation rentals in Rio del Mar to browse and rent for your next trip.

What amenities are most popular for vacation rentals in Rio del Mar?

If you're looking to book a vacation rental in Rio del Mar, others search for accommodation with these amenities: Internet, TV and Non-smoking.

How many vacation homes with a pool are in Rio del Mar?

Check out 167 vacation rentals available in Rio del Mar for renting.

Are dogs allowed in vacation rentals in Rio del Mar?

If you are traveling with a dog in Rio del Mar - 14% of vacation rentals are pet-friendly.

When is it better to travel to Rio del Mar?

The warmest months in Rio del Mar are September and October, with temperatures around 77 °F. The coldest months in Rio del Mar are January and December, with 41 °F on average.

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Rio del Mar Vacation Rentals

Choose the perfect vacation rental

Your beachfront vacation home in California’s Rio del Mar

Best Vacation Home Deals in Rio del Mar

Top-Rated Rentals and Accommodations in Rio del Mar

Recommended Vacation Rentals in Rio del Mar

Budget-friendly Vacation Rentals in Rio del Mar

Apartments With Balconies or Patios

Vacation Rentals With Fireplaces

Vacation rentals and apartments with air conditioning

Popular Rental Amenities in Rio del Mar

The Weather in Rio del Mar

7-Day Weather Forecast in Rio del Mar

Accommodations for your vacation in Rio del Mar

Culinary delights around Rio del Mar

Imposing galleries and engaging museums

Fun activities with kids

Excursion destinations around the county

Annual cultural and food events

Information about vacation rentals in Rio del Mar

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nightly price for a vacation home in Rio del Mar?

How many vacation homes are available to book in Rio del Mar?

What amenities are most popular for vacation rentals in Rio del Mar?

How many vacation homes with a pool are in Rio del Mar?

Are dogs allowed in vacation rentals in Rio del Mar?

When is it better to travel to Rio del Mar?

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