So glad we booked this place! I have stayed several times at Seascape through their website. This was the first through VRBO. you still have access to the pool and the hot tub. The only thing that we found out we did not have access to was reserving a bonfire event because it’s considered a private home,if you don’t care about doing that then there’s not a problem. Now let me tell you about this beautiful, comfortable and CLEAN home. The view! Wow! The big sliding door that lets you hear the sounds of the ocean. We could hear it in the master bedroom. Our family of 6 stayed here comfortably. Both beds were so comfortable, soft clean bedding with plenty of pillows. Shower had perfect water pressure and plenty of hot water. Their was a closet filled with beach chairs, toys, and beach towels. The kitchen was centrally located and open to the living room and dining table. We had our Christmas dinner there and I was able to prepare, and serve with no problem. The youngest of the group got the best room in the house the living room. With a beautiful fireplace and the ocean view. The house was stocked with things that you might need. One of the best perks was 3 different coffee making options! My husband is a die hard coffee pot drinker and I enjoy a French press. The house also had a Nespresso machine. Thank you for opening up your home to us and letting us celebrate the holidays in Aptos!