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Family-friendly vacation rentals in Aptos

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Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

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Home in Santa Cruz
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 257 reviews

Safe, Steps To Beach, Spa, Near Harbor, Pets Okay!

FabienRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Thank you Shyamal! Place was exactly what I needed to take a break from everything! The place was VERY dog friendly -- I normally don't allow my dog on furniture, but the host does supply small blankets next to the furniture, to protect the furniture from any fur your pet might have. Kudos! House is very comfy, and has a VERY distinct Santa Cruz vibe which made me happy. You have an option to chill out on roof deck, or back deck. Neighborhood was friendly, and beach access was only a block away. Shyamal was very quick to respond, and was great to work with before, during and after my stay was complete. I will definitely recommend to friends and family -- and will definitely return in the summer! Thanks again!
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Home in Santa Cruz
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 317 reviews

Sunny, Spacious, and Modern Home Near The Beach

YurenaRating, 5 stars5 months ago
Two families with 2 littles kids each (3-8yo) stayed there and it was perfect for us. The house is very spacious, perfect for the 8 of us. Nearby Boardwalk and other fun locations to enjoy with the kids. We picked some tomatoes and a couple of asian pears for breakfast and they were delicious. The kitchen is very well provisioned with lots of utensils and condiments that made our meals much better. Thank you Sun and family! I was a little bit scared with the almost 3 years old when I read some reviews, but he did great. He was interested in some National Geographic books in the living room and I hope we put them back in the right place :) looking forward to come back in the future.
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Cabin in Felton
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 488 reviews

Tranquility Base Redwood Mountain Tree House

CraigRating, 5 stars5 months ago
Tranquility Base…surely lived up to its name. So comfortable, so charming we felt like a part of the forest. The whole place had so much personality we felt right at home Magical and enchanting getaway Highly recommended We’ll be back
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Cottage in Santa Cruz
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 436 reviews

Sea Otter Cottage in Santa Cruz!

4 BearsRating, 5 stars4 days ago
Shari's place was very quiet for being in a residential area. The beach was very close and an easy walk and access with her instructions. The backyard has beautiful mature landscaping. We loved to see the hummingbird visit the backyard flowers and side porch fountain. The hot tub was clean and relaxing. Thanks Shari for everything and the welcome cookies!
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Guest suite in Santa Cruz
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 1,196 reviews

Beach Suite- HotTub+E-Bikes+Surfboards+Kayak

DylanRating, 5 stars1 month ago
great location with privacy. also in a great place between capitola and the boardwalk so there is plenty to do! space was clean and the host was very communicative and clear on instructions!
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Guesthouse in Santa Cruz
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 567 reviews

Sunny Cottage + Hot Tub near UCSC

GinaRating, 5 stars1 week ago
I really loved this place. It was filled with light and well appointed. Some nice perks are the water filter, and the easy in and out using the keypad. Easy parking, great communication. I have a son at UCSC and I will stay here again for sure as it’s very close to campus and close to town for restaurants and coffee and yoga and everything.
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Home in Santa Cruz
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 211 reviews

Best Beach House Santa Cruz-Opal Cliff Beach House

SaraRating, 5 stars4 months ago
Best beach vibe! The location is amazing, great walkable neighborhood, lots to do. The house was fantastic, with so many thoughtful details. Joyce is a pro. She was super responsive and gave us great recommendations that made the stay perfect. My young kids (Age 9 and 6) loved the place - especially the downstairs living room and hot tub. Will stay here again!
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Place to stay in Aptos
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 534 reviews

AptosForestRetreat Hot Tub DIY Breakfast #231294

StephanieRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
My partner & I loved everything about Delia’s stay. We had everything we needed, location was perfect and serene, also the perfect driving distance to some great towns to check out. She had wonderful recommendations for dining and excursions and provided a lovely, private, romantic stay for us. We couldn’t be happier and really look forward to being able to come out here again!We also couldn’t get enough of sweet kitties Jack & Sophia they were so friendly!

Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

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Guesthouse in La Selva Beach
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 620 reviews

cute cottage walking distance to beach

JoRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
I had such a peaceful stay at Rusty and Angela's cottage! I loved the proximity to the beach and was able to go on quite a few walks and runs to it. I could even see the stars at night.
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Home in San Jose
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 387 reviews

Comfortable Whole Home on two house lot

JohnRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
We spent 4 nights at Wrich's home in San Jose. We loved the privacy and appreciated that it was a separate unit with no shared walls. The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet and we loved taking our dogs on walks to the nearby park. There are many friendly kitties outside who love to say hello. The unit was exactly as advertised and extremely clean. It was the perfect place to stay with our pets. Wrich was highly communicative throughout our stay. Highly recommend this Airbnb for pets and families. Also great for business travelers.
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Cabin in Los Gatos
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 444 reviews

The Coach House

PaigeRating, 5 stars4 weeks ago
Really enjoyed our stay at the Coach House! If you’re looking for somewhere peaceful and out of the ordinary for a weekend getaway- this is the place. Toni had clear and thoughtful instructions, both on the app and inside the cabin. I’d recommend checking in during the daytime if it’s your first time on highway 17. Thankfully it wasn’t our first rodeo and we were able to find the place at night without too much trouble. There’s a lot to explore around the property, including horses, goats, wild deer, etc. I’d recommend to anyone that wanted to stay near the Santa Cruz/Los Gators area! :)
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Guesthouse in Prunedale
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 720 reviews

The Lodge at Tangled Oaks

ChelseaRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Loved this place, very peaceful. We especially appreciated the wood stove and overall ambiance. Our dog was obsessed with the outdoor space as well as the plentiful toys. The Annie Leibovitz photo book was a great touch 👌
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Guest suite in La Selva Beach
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 336 reviews

La Selva Beach Guest Suite, pet friendly

SydnieRating, 5 stars4 weeks ago
Jane was very nice and responsive when I needed to change my travel dates due to a unique circumstance. Overall, we enjoyed our stay immensely and look forward to returning.
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Cottage in Santa Cruz
4.74 out of 5 average rating, 415 reviews

Surf cottage Pleasure Point walk to surf/ coffee

MuraynaRating, 5 stars8 months ago
Annie was a great host and the place was exactly as described and just what we needed for a relaxing beach getaway. We loved the hot tub in the backyard and the beach cottage feel of the place. Thank you for hosting us!
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Bungalow in Santa Cruz
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

Gorgeous Bungalow 3 blocks to beach

KatieRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Jeremy is a great host. he made sure we had all the needed details ahead of our stay. the house is awesome and in a great location. Jeremy was responsive to any questions. Will definitely stay there again. highly recommend
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Guest suite in San Jose
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 233 reviews

Cozy,Quiet”Home Away from Home”.attached cottage

CarlosRating, 5 stars3 days ago
Thank you for another excellent stay. I truly enjoy your Airbnb, which is very cozy, in a quiet neighborhood, and above all, the privacy! Best regards.

Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

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Condo in Aptos
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Seascape Resort Villa Beautiful Ocean View Sleep 6

TheresiaRating, 5 stars3 months ago
This was the cleanest AirBnB we've ever stayed in! Pristine! Tidy! Stunning ocean views from both the living room & primary bedroom. The entire villa has been remodeled yet still has the Old World Charm and coziness. This Villa is located on the 2nd floor of North Bluff - is very private - has a pool jacuzzi just steps away. The resort offers many amenities, restaurant, bar, room service (or pick up) massage, sauna - endless. Aptos Village is right across the street - walking distance offering many shops, market and a great place for pizza and Italian food. We will definitely stay with Sue again - as soon as we can! Next time, we'll try her other property #33. Sue is a GREAT hostess in every area and has earned Super Host many times over!
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Guesthouse in Monte Sereno
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 206 reviews

Greenwood Guest House, a Peaceful Oasis

AdamRating, 5 stars2 months ago
Amy's place was wonderful - one of the few places we've ever stayed that was even better in person than in pictures. It was clean, spacious, and very comfortable for the 2 of us. The outdoor space was amazing, plenty of quiet spaces to lounge in the sun and walk around. The area was great as well, quiet but close to downtown, and Amy was a thoughtful and responsive host, we really appreciated her thoughtfulness. The one thing to note is that the Wi-fi could be unreliable - we both worked from the Airbnb, and made it work for the week, but something to note for future visitors. We'd definitely recommend this place and plan to come back next time we visit. Thank you Amy!
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Home in Monterey
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews

Monterey Bay Oasis on the Ocean!

VivianRating, 5 stars3 months ago
What a great find in an out of the way place. Would love to come in summer but honestly, it was great cool weather to enjoy the house and view of the ocean. Saw seals and dolphins and birds, barely any humans! Best find was Pezzini Farms right outside the colony. Go there for good food!
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Guest suite in Aptos
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews

Seascape Escape! Now Featuring Private Pool/Spa

LaurenRating, 5 stars4 months ago
Our stay with Himani was short but wonderful. We appreciated the extra amenities including coffee, tea, and toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, moisturizer). We could see the stars from the hot tub and the ocean from the rooftop. We would happily stay again!
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Guest suite in Boulder Creek
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 68 reviews

Magical Huckleberry Woods Sanctuary w/Pool and Spa

MarkusRating, 5 stars6 months ago
EJ and Nancy have such a lovely property. We easily felt we had our own space. You can tell that they've been doing this for years, and have a great way of making everything comfortable for guests. Our two kids had space to spread out, the playground is not directly next to the front door of the apartment, but you can see it through the yard's trees & hear them more or less within ear shot. Kitchen was amply supplied and set up, & there are plenty of storage spaces and creature comforts to make the stay feel like home. Beds were comfortable & clean, super comfortable pillows. The unit itself doesn't get a ton of natural light, but to be expected in redwoods. The hosts were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful, we had a nice time chatting with them. Wonderful hosts, they felt like family. Their little dog is so so sweet and friendly as well, my kids loved the dog. Great location, easy to get to surrounding areas and Santa Cruz proper. Would return!
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Condo in Aptos
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews

Beach Front Villa at Seascape Resort

KateRating, 5 stars7 months ago
Staying at Seascape was the perfect kid-friendly vacation. The pool was easy to access from our condo and the views were beautiful. The condo's set-up with two bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs and a half bath downstairs was great for our family of 5. The private beach was beautiful - we saw otters, whales, and my son found two perfect sand dollars walking down the beach. It was a little bit of a trek to get down to the beach with three little kids and all the beach gear, but once we were there no one wanted to leave. Several near-by restaurants were delicious, especially the newly opened Dos Pescados. It was fairly easy to get into Santa Cruz too, but we did have to time traffic or it would double the drive time (to almost 45 minutes).
Top guest favorite
Villa in Monte Sereno
5 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

Los Gatos Villa: hot tub, sauna, pool, and huge yard

LyndsayRating, 5 stars3 months ago
What a gem! We had a wonderful time at Steve’s house. The house is beautiful, functional and well decorated. The kitchen had everything we needed plus more. The property itself was incredible - private and peaceful with many activities for kids (and adults). The house is also ideally located close to downtown Los Gatos. Quick and kind responses from our host. We will definitely try and stay here again.
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Home in Aptos
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 66 reviews

Sunny Home w/Pool near Beach & Santa Cruz

AlexRating, 5 stars6 months ago
Wonderful place in a wonderful environment. We had an excellent time with the kids, very nice pool, beaches close by and in the middle of the nice green hills of California

Quick stats about vacation rentals that are family-friendly in Aptos

  • Total rentals

    50 properties

  • Nightly prices starting at

    $70 before taxes and fees

  • Total number of reviews

    3.9K reviews

  • Pet-friendly rentals

    10 properties allow pets

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    20 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wifi availability

    50 properties include access to wifi

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