Title: Live, Work & Play by the Beach... Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=80025134&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Live, Work & Play by the Beach... Apartment in Aptos with kitchenette ## Photo gallery for Live, Work & Play by the Beach... ![Beach - Live, Work & Play by the Beach... (Aptos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80030000/80025200/80025134/e65a50e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Live, Work & Play by the Beach... (Aptos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80030000/80025200/80025134/9ddd2949.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster - Live, Work & Play by the Beach... (Aptos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80030000/80025200/80025134/06f107e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Live, Work & Play by the Beach... (Aptos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80030000/80025200/80025134/bc776b05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Live, Work & Play by the Beach... (Aptos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80030000/80025200/80025134/ff3dd260.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Stay, work, and play in this comfortable & private Aptos retreat. Walk to New Brighton Beach or bike & hike in Nisene Marks State Park. With WiFi, a coffeemaker, and refrigerator at your disposal enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. ## Reviews 2.0 ### Entire apartment 1 bedroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Live, Work & Play by the Beach... What a great space for Stay , Work and Play by the Beach! Comfortable & private . Walk to New Brighton Beach, Capitola or Sea Cliff Beach. Bike & Hike in Nisene Marks. Meet with clients or just enjoy a private sunny space to stay in Aptos. Our unique space is comfortably set up for an individual or couple Work, play and stay on beautiful Monterey Bay. A very unique sunny Aptos location. Minutes to access to Capitola Beach, Seacliff Beach, New Brighton State Beach, Seascape. Easy access to Highway 1 N and S. Restaurants, Shopping, Movie Theater, Golfing, Hiking, Biking, Farmers Market and Santa Cruz Biking & Hiking at Nisene Marks State Park where giant coastal redwoods are abound. With just a short walk you will be on journey to the ocean through 66 acres of natural beauty. When the ocean tides are low you can also experience walking on the beach to Capitola by the Sea or Aptos Seacliff State Beach (See map picture) Private entry with code access. Wifi, Refrigerator, Coffeemaker and more.... \*\*\*No shared space\*\*\* ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92270000/92263900/92263873/e6deb33f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Come stay at Quite Neighborhood Duplex at the Shafter house Del Monte - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=92263873&PinnedHotelID=92263873&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39860000/39850300/39850257/ddb56457.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Manyas House 30 night minimum Old Monterey - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=39850257&PinnedHotelID=39850257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79300000/79290300/79290219/c2cc6404.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy & Relaxing - Family Friendly - Cheerful 2-bed 2-bath home Grove Acres - Sea view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=79290219&PinnedHotelID=79290219&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35390000/35381800/35381721/56e1bcb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### "Classic Blue Cottage on the Hill" New Monterey - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=35381721&PinnedHotelID=35381721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68690000/68684100/68684013/a578ca08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Latitude Adjustment - Pacific Grove Duplex - Ocean View, Walk to Town, Pet Friendly! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.98217%2C-121.92238&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oCWjeUYi-v67vSaHhlJTJLUnLmg=) Aptos, CA #### What's nearby - Cabrillo College \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Potbelly Beach \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - New Brighton State Beach \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Seacliff State Beach \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Rio Del Mar Beach \- 2 min drive \- 1.6 miles #### Getting around - Morgan Hill Station - 49 min drive - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Loft Coffee - ‬4 min drive - ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬19 min walk - ‪Sushi Garden - Aptos - ‬3 min drive - ‪Whale City Bakery Bar And Grill Aptos - ‬2 min drive - ‪Cabrillo Cafeteria - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Live, Work & Play by the Beach... pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Live, Work & Play by the Beach...? ### What time is check-out at Live, Work & Play by the Beach...? ### Where is Live, Work & Play by the Beach... located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Live, Work & Play by the Beach... Reviews 2.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 2.0 Cleanliness ### 2.0 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Suzanne H., Midway, Utah 30 Sept 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bad experience I booked the room, paid the money, kept asking for information on getting a key. The day of arrival the owner notified me it is not available . He claimed he didn’t know how it was posted. I eventually got all my money back except for the insurance fee I paid ##### Suzanne H. 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