Front de mer Rio Del Mar milieu du siècle - Jacuzzi + grande terrasse

The Property

Set directly on Hidden Beach in Rio Del Mar, this five-bedroom mid-century modern retreat combines distinctive architecture, refined design, and true beachfront living.

The home accommodates up to 10 guests and is designed around an extraordinary connection between the interior and Monterey Bay.

Three massive sliding-glass door systems span the beachfront side of the great room, opening the home broadly to more than 1,200 square feet of oceanfront deck and the beach beyond.

Combined with RH furnishings, an open-air atrium, rooftop deck, hot tub, firepit, heated outdoor shower, wet bar, Sub-Zero refrigerator, toy and game closet, and direct Hidden Beach access, this is far more than a typical beach house.

The home is especially well suited to multi-generational family stays, creative retreats, executive offsites, and small corporate retreats within the 10-guest occupancy.

Mid-Century Modern Architecture

Architecture is one of the defining features of the property.

The ocean-facing side of the great room contains three enormous sliding-glass door systems.

Each is approximately:

8 feet tall × 12 feet wide

Placed side by side, the glass spans roughly 36 feet across the beachfront side of the great room.

Each system opens from both the left and right, allowing large portions of the ocean-facing wall to open directly onto the deck.

When the doors are open, the great room becomes a true indoor-outdoor living space with ocean air, waves, and Monterey Bay directly outside.

Soaring ceilings, clean architectural lines, expansive glass, and natural light reinforce the home’s mid-century relationship between interior and landscape.

Great Room

The dramatic great room combines the living, dining, and kitchen areas into one open space facing Monterey Bay.

The three oversized sliding-glass systems provide panoramic views across much of the ocean-facing side of the room.

RH furnishings complement the architecture without competing with the view.

This is the heart of the home for family meals, entertaining, executive gatherings, relaxing, and watching the ocean.

Open-Air Atrium

At the center of the home is a distinctive open-air atrium.

Open to the sky but enclosed within the architecture, it brings natural light into the center of the house and creates an additional protected outdoor room.

The atrium provides another space for coffee, casual meals, reading, conversation, or small-group gatherings away from the wind while remaining outdoors.

Beachfront Deck & Outdoor Living

More than 1,200 square feet of beachfront deck extends the living space toward Monterey Bay.

Outdoor amenities include:

Private hot tub
Firepit
Heated outdoor shower
Outdoor seating and lounging
Dining areas
Direct stairs to Hidden Beach

The heated outdoor shower is especially convenient after time on the sand or in the water.

Rooftop Deck

The home also includes a large rooftop deck with another perspective over Monterey Bay and the Rio Del Mar coastline.

It is an ideal place for morning coffee, sunsets, or evenings outdoors.

Kitchen, Dining & Wet Bar

The kitchen is designed for both family meals and entertaining.

Features include:

Large Sub-Zero refrigerator
Premium appliances
Generous workspace
Cookware and small appliances
Wet bar
Mini refrigerator

The open layout keeps the kitchen connected to the great room, deck, and ocean views.

The wet bar provides an additional entertaining area and is particularly useful for larger family stays or small executive groups.

Bedrooms & Sleeping Arrangements

The home accommodates up to 10 guests across five bedrooms.

Bedroom 1 — Lower Level
King bed, located next to a full bathroom. This bedroom is on the lower level and can be accessed without using stairs.

Bedroom 2 — Lower-Level King Suite
King bed, large walk-in closet, and full ensuite bathroom. This bedroom is on the lower level and can be accessed without using stairs.

Bedroom 3 — Upstairs Queen Suite
Queen bed, sitting area, closet, and full ensuite bathroom.

Bedroom 4 — Loft Bedroom
Two twin beds and a desk.

Bedroom 5 — Lower-Level King Suite
King bed, walk-in closet, and full ensuite bathroom with Roman tub. This bedroom is on the lower level and can be accessed without using stairs.

All bedrooms include flat-screen TVs and premium bedding.

The home is furnished with RH pieces and high-quality hotel-style linens.

Family-Friendly Features

A dedicated toy and game closet provides games and activities for children and families.

Combined with the flexible bedroom configuration, direct beach access, multiple gathering areas, and expansive outdoor spaces, the home works especially well for families and multi-generational groups.

Ideal for Family & Executive Retreats

The layout also works particularly well for guests who want both shared gathering space and private sleeping areas.

Five bedrooms, three lower-level bedrooms accessible without stairs, multiple king suites, a wet bar, large kitchen, open-air atrium, huge beachfront deck, rooftop deck, and flexible indoor-outdoor spaces make the home well suited to:

Multi-generational family stays
Creative retreats
Leadership offsites
Executive retreats
Small corporate retreats

All group use must remain within the property’s 10-guest occupancy and house rules.

Indoor-Outdoor Living

The home was designed to blur the line between inside and outside.

Guests can move between:

Great room
Open-air atrium
1,200+ sq.-ft. beachfront deck
Rooftop deck
Hidden Beach

The approximately 36-foot expanse of sliding glass is central to that experience.

Rather than simply looking at the ocean through windows, guests can open much of the ocean-facing side of the house and allow the beach to become part of the living environment.

Walkable Rio Del Mar Location

The home is located in Rio Del Mar, Aptos, directly on Monterey Bay and just south of Santa Cruz.

Guests can walk to nearby:

Restaurants
Coffee shops
Local market
Playground
Park

Santa Cruz, Capitola, and the wider Monterey Bay region are also within easy driving distance.

Good to Know
Sleeps up to 10
5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
Mid-century modern architecture
Approximately 36 feet of ocean-facing sliding glass
1,200+ sq. ft. beachfront deck
Direct Hidden Beach access
Hot tub
Firepit
Heated outdoor shower
Rooftop deck
Open-air atrium
Wet bar
Toy and game closet
Three lower-level bedrooms accessible without stairs
Pets by prior arrangement
No smoking

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Why This Home Is Different

There are many beachfront rentals along the California coast, but far fewer that combine a true toes-in-the-sand location with significant mid-century modern architecture.

The three massive sliding-glass door systems, approximately 36 feet of beachfront glass, open-air atrium, huge deck, rooftop deck, hot tub, firepit, heated outdoor shower, RH interiors, wet bar, and direct Hidden Beach access create an architectural experience as much as a beach vacation.

For families, design-conscious travelers, creative teams, and small executive groups who value architecture, space, and a remarkable connection to the ocean, this Rio Del Mar retreat offers something difficult to replicate.