Vacation rentals in Crystal Springs Reservoir

This is my first time in Aptos so everything was new. The view of the beach from the patio is as advertised. I only wished that our stay was more about the town itself (there to visit someone in Santa Cruz). I would stay again here should the circumstances change. Alla is very responsive in the few times we exchanged messages.

What a special place - it is beautiful, had everything we needed, wanted, and more, and is clearly cared for with love. The garden was gorgeous, hot tub was perfect, best stocked kitchen of any Airbnb. Truly dog friendly, with personalized surprises and great art. Amazing location, walkable to the beach and to food and shops. Thanks Sara!

Although the cottage is nestled within a tight residential/business area of the village, it feels very private and safe. The furnishings are cozy and uncluttered with enough space to spread out a bit to relax. I really appreciated the bright natural light (even with the blinds closed) as well as the ability to open windows for fresh air. We did not cook in the kitchen, but there was plenty of equipment (knives, pots, pans, etc). to make entire meals. Instead we walked to restaurants and the beach - both are just a couple of minutes from the cottage. Parking requires patience and persistence, but we always found a spot pretty quickly (even on a busy weekend). We’ll be back someday. Thank you!

What a nice eclectic Santa Cruz spot. Our stay was awesome. The location was great and the house was comfortable and clean. The garden is beautiful. Host was very accommodating. Thanks

We loved our stay here! It was the perfect location and was super cute just like the pictures! Philip was a fabulous host. Had a wonderful honeymoon thanks to this nice place to stay!

Great host that is very accommodating, easy to get to, and excellent amenities for a longer stay. The neighborhood is beautiful and quiet with great views, good food, and affordable transportation nearby.

Susan's place was perfect for a weekend trip with my coworkers. We booked both of her adjacent units and spent most of our time in the other one (since it had a bit more space). This unit had great decor and an outdoor patio, perfect for enjoying the Santa Cruz weather. The place is just 10 minutes walk from the boardwalk and maybe a little farther to the next beach. The car port was convenient and we didn't have much issue finding street parking. The snacks and wine that came with our stay made it feel special. Susan's place is not to be missed!

We were blown away by this beautiful and spacious house. It’s the perfect size for six people, from the bedrooms and bathrooms to the enormous living room. Janiece is very helpful and responsive, providing us with clear check in and checkout instructions and replying to our questions within minutes. Above all, we were most impressed by the gorgeous views from the deck and the big, peaceful backyard. We explored Capitola and Santa Cruz during our stay, which were a 10 and 20 minute drive away respectively. My only advice for staying here is to be prepared to walk up a flight of wooden stairs to reach the front door and be careful while unloading your car in the driveway because it is quite steep. We can’t wait to be back!

We've stayed at La Paz several times. Love it. Always look forward to coming back, and it's always as we remember it. The location is unbeatable, the apartment itself is spotless and comfortable, and Jeff is an excellent host. We look forward to our next stay!