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* Beachfront Paradise * with Direct Beach Access
This private and magical property has direct beach access! The grounds are gorgeous with lush gardens and an expansive lawn. It's walking distance to restaurants, music venues & galleries. Enjoy ocean views while you relax in the hot tub or snuggle by the fire pit! Surfer's Beach + Princeton Harbor are just to the north. The Coastal Trail passes by and is perfect for biking or walking. Enjoy surfing, golfing, horse back riding, swimming or just relaxing with a cocktail while watching the sunset!

Beach Airstream (Bliss) - New Listing
On 9 private acres overlooking the stunning Beach and Ocean from a breathtaking cliff top view. Stunning sunsets. Famous surf views with large windows. Fully loaded with all the amenities to make your glamping experience perfect. Fire pit, outside BBQ, outside griddle, Heat, A/C and fully stocked kitchen. Full bathroom with shower. Within 10 mins of Half Moon Bay shopping. Beach access short walk or drive. If this one is booked, there are three other equally similar Airstreams on the property.

Poplar Beach Getaway - Special Pricing!
Family-friendly, relaxed home located in a quiet residential neighborhood awaits you for your beach getaway. A 10-minute walk to lovely Poplar Beach and 1/2 mile from scenic Main Street restaurants, shops and cafes. Three bedrooms with queen beds, two baths, living area, well-equipped kitchen, spacious kid-friendly den and backyard with deck ensure that you have room to spread out and relax after a fun day at the beach or exploring the area. Short drive to San Francisco, Santa Cruz or San Jose.

Fabulous Beach Get Away - Brand New Beach House
Amazing Newly Built Beach House. Wake-up in this beautiful beach house in a tranquil neighborhood just a short stroll to the beach, walking trails, and restaurants. This beautifully decorated, two story home is perfect for your next beach get away! This house is fully equipped with TV, fireplace, new cozy beds, outdoor fire pit and BBQ, and much more. Enjoy this town which features horseback riding, fishing, boating, surfing, quaint downtown with shops, wine tasting, restaurants and much more.

Coastal Cottage Guest House
Guest house is attached to our primary residence but has a separate exterior entrance. The interior is separated by double doors that lock from both sides similar to adjoining hotel rooms. The backyard is shared by us, the owners. There’s a very real chance you’ll be greeted by our friendly Australian Shepherd, Gracie, during your stay! She’s available to play upon request. You may see us in the yard during your stay. Feel free to say hi! Otherwise, we like to give our guests privacy.

Luxury Ocean Front & Harbor View Home
Nestled in the quaint fishing village of Princeton by the Sea, just a mile north of Half Moon Bay, this stunning property is the perfect destination for your next coastal retreat. The two-bedroom, three-bathroom beautiful space sleeps up to 6 people and features spectacular views of Pillar Point Harbor and Half Moon Bay throughout the common areas and bedrooms. This is the ultimate in coastal luxury, featuring modern appliances and an open floor plan through all the common areas.

Private Modern Coastal Retreat With Ocean Views
Modern private studio suite, close to the beaches, Maverick's, hiking trails, Pillar Point Harbor, restaurants, activities. 4 miles from historical Half Moon Bay, 30 mins from San Francisco & 25 mins from the 280-freeway; leading to Silicon Valley. Enjoy hilltop ocean views from your private garden while enjoying your morning coffee or afternoon glass of wine. Fully equipped for a long term stay or weekend getaway. Ideal for 1-2 adult guests only. We can not accommodate children.

Oceanview Penthouse, Stylish, Walking to Beach
A perfect romantic getaways to this stylish indoor/outdoor Penthouse! We are 10 mins walk to beaches and 15 mins walk to award winning restaurants. There are a lot of fun activities: spending your days on the beach, exploring the hiking, biking, golfing, surfing, kayaking, paddle boarding or just simply kick back relax in this quiet and picturesque property with a panoramic ocean view, enjoying the sunset and the beautiful garden. We are 30 mins to SF or 60 mins to Santa Cruz.

Cozy, modern 1-bedroom with backyard ocean view!
Fall in love with this modern & sunny, 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment with walk-in shower, refrigerator, TV, coffee/tea, & fast internet. First-floor unit (430 sq ft) with private entrance has views of nature & access to a peaceful backyard—steps from an awe-inspiring view of the Pacific Ocean. This one-of-a-kind, tranquil getaway offers the best of the Bay Area at your fingertips! Walk to hiking trails, drive 5-min. to the beach, & 20-min. to San Francisco or SFO airport.

A private beachy pad in Montara
Welcome to Chez Sage! Your own private apartment get-away, with a private deck and ocean views, is just 30 minutes south of San Francisco. The entrance to your private apartment leads you up the stairs to a deck with an ocean peek. Enter your home away from home and relax in the window seat to gaze at Montara Mountain or eat breakfast on the island with peeks of the ocean. Once you're settled, it's just a short stroll to watch the sunset from the beach.

Beach Cottage Near Coastal Trail & Ritz
This charming coastal getaway is just a 5-minute stroll to the ocean, nestled beside wide open spaces with lush southern views. The 2-bed, 2-bath home with a den comfortably sleeps five. Wake up to falcons soaring, hummingbirds buzzing around the bottlebrush blooms, and the sound of waves crashing beyond the bluffs. Your pup will love the fully fenced yard, perfect for play and relaxation. A peaceful retreat in a stunning location — rarely available.

Oceanfront Home in Pacifica, CA
Experience the ultimate coastal living with the Pacific Ocean as your backyard on Pedro Point—recently featured on the television series Staycation NorCal: A Golden Baycation. Boasting breathtaking, unobstructed ocean views, this stunning 3 BR 2-bath home offers a serene retreat. Walk to the surf and beach just steps from home. Enjoy sunsets from the deck, cozy nights by the gas fire pit, and catch the Golden Gate Bridge on a clear horizon.
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Apartment rentals with beach access

Montara Ocean View Suite

Amazing Welcoming Unique Ocean Home

Coastal Zen Cottage - Walk To Beach!

Beautiful Private Garden Apt. Nr. Golden Gate Park

Point Richmond Top Floor Studio with Bay views

Hip hideaway steps to DT w/garden patio & W/D

Pedro Point Penthouse

Mount Tamalpais View — the Heart of Marin County
House rentals with beach access

Stunning Sunset , OceanView, Coastal Home, Trails

Oceanfront Boho Retreat - Pacific Sunset Views 🌅🌊🐳

5 min walk to Beach, 11 beds, perfect for families

Remodeled Stinson Seadrift Lagoon Escape

Muir Beach's Haiku House with Dramatic Ocean Views

Beach House ~180° Views, Hot Tub, Curated Interior

Modern Beach Retreat-Free EV Charging

2 bedrooms house with sauna
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Game room, 20 min to SF, hot tub, beach 1 block

Luxury Garden View - Relax and Unwind - Seascape

Royal Villa - Ocean View - Heated Pools - Seascape

Spectacular Ocean View- Heated Pool & Spa Seascape

OCEAN Views and Steps from the BEACH, New & Modern

Cabo San Pedro - 1 bed - Stunning Ocean Views

Oceanview Villa w/ 2 Decks, ONE Pool & Fireplace

Seascape Oceanf 1 bdr suite hottub Aptos SantaCruz
When is the best time to visit Half Moon Bay?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ826 | ﺩ.ﺇ881 | ﺩ.ﺇ970 | ﺩ.ﺇ914 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,025 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,032 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,047 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,047 | ﺩ.ﺇ922 | ﺩ.ﺇ808 | ﺩ.ﺇ881 | ﺩ.ﺇ881 |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 19°C | 17°C | 14°C | 11°C |
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Half Moon Bay stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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