Beach house vacation rentals in San Francisco Bay Area

Our second stay, and just as wonderful as last time. The views are unbeatable, and the ability to walk to the lodge is an amazing benefit (I loved being able to grab a coffee there in the morning, or knowing I could have a few drinks and walk home!). Beds were comfy. To note, the blinds in the rooms aren’t blackout so the mornings are bright — but ideally you’re up then anyways to enjoy the gorgeous views!

The copper nest was a great place to stay for our long weekend trip. It was ideally situated 30mins drive from UCSC. The beach house exceeded our expectations, and comfortably accommodated 8 guests. All aspects had been thought about by the host, from the detailed text messages pre arrival through to the prevision of supplies, saving the immediate necessity to go basic food shopping. The house was pleasantly furnished with high end product and the beds were so comfortable. The state beach (only foot steps away) was so peaceful, with barely a sole on this stretch. Both hosts were responsive to any issues or questions. Thank you

My husband Josh and I had an unforgettable time at Cindi’s place in Sea Ranch. The home was even more beautiful than the photos—unique architecture, cozy design, and right on the beach. Every evening we watched the waves crash on the rocks just outside the window. It was peaceful, stunning, and truly magical. Cindi was a fantastic host, super helpful and kind. We’re already dreaming of coming back!

My team had a wonderful time at Stefan's place! The ocean views are magical and the house is very spacious. Incredible spot about an hour away from SF and Palo Alto. Stefan was very communicative and friendly. Check-in and check-out were simple. Very clear house rules. No complaints at all! We will definitely be back.

Incredible. The house and location is like being in a dream, like a stay in another world - With the house on the water, the soft waves lapping under the house, the cormorants diving for fish, the ribbons of fog that pass through the bay in front of you.... Hog Island Oyster is right down the road on top of it all. Everything was perfect and I appreciate that such an amazing place is shared by the owners. We will be back!

The Sea-renity House is one of the nicest homes I’ve had the chance to stay in. The views are incredible, and it’s a perfect spot for kids with plenty of space to enjoy. The check-in and check-out process was seamless, couldn’t have been easier. Overall, a fantastic experience!

We had a very nice stay with our kids in Pacifica. The place was very clean and everything in the kitchen was well labeled. The view from the place was beautiful. Each day we were able to see whales. Our kids loved walking down to the beach, that was close by. So many trails to hike on in the area. The host was very responsive.

This coastal home was truly magical—perched right by the ocean with stunning views of the sunset and night sky. The house itself is beautifully designed, with so much love and care evident in every detail. It felt warm, peaceful, and thoughtfully put together. Ted was a fantastic host—very responsive and proactive, even informing us about a PG&E power outage that we didn’t even feel thanks to the battery backup. I would absolutely recommend this home to anyone looking for a serene and unforgettable stay.

The place was perfect for two families, given the size of the living room and outdoor space in the back. We really loved the location. Within walking distance was the beach, coffee shop, and a fish market. We looked into booking a catamaran tour, but it wasn’t available for the day we wanted. We highly recommend doing that, while staying there. Overall, Tan was a great host and the place was really beautifully done.

The location of John's place was awesome - was able to walk to the beach, get ice cream, and coffee in the morning. Right next to the freeway, so it was super quick and easy to travel to other places nearby, like Santa Cruz.

Now I want to live in Santa Cruz! This house, original and full of character and impeccably maintained, is in a fabulous location, on a large lot, near (a two minute walk) one of the better beaches, imho. Sunny Cove beach, local Bodega grocery store as well as stocked liquor store, Brewery and a significant Sunday Farmers Market are all within 1 - 5 minute walk. Killer local coffee shops are either a 3 minute drive or a 15 minute walk. We cooked a lot and enjoyed both the large front yard and private back yard area each day - the kitchen has everything you need, as does the house - think beach chairs, toys for the kids if you have, umbrella, pots and pans, etc, really it is truly well stocked. Carrie is an amazing host - never out of touch, responding to anything within minutes and proactively suggesting things too (YES to special dinner at the iconic Shadybrook, thank you again Carrie!) We will definitely be back.

Very nice, clean ,quiet cottage.

Beautiful home with all the amenities you could need! Great local recommendations and super clean!

We had a wonderful time! Dog and kid friendly. Definitely recommend!

Place was exactly as described. And the best location ever! Walkable to everything. But what made his place so special is how accommodating he was for our dogs. Completely fenced in area for them!

Went for a quick weekend to play in a soccer tournament by the board walk. It was an easy 10 min walk to the beach. The place was clean and exactly what we needed. I would highly recommend staying here.

We had an amazing stay! The property was exactly what we were hoping for—peaceful, clean, and very comfortable. It was incredibly dog-friendly, which made the trip even better since our pup was able to enjoy the vacation with us. We especially loved relaxing in the hot tub under the stars—it was the perfect way to unwind. Stargazing at night was breathtaking, and having access to the private beach was such a special treat. The host was responsive and welcoming, and everything was thoughtfully prepared. We’d absolutely come back again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing, pet-friendly getaway!

We used this trip for my parents during a family reunion. It was great having a place where most of the access was downstairs. This was important for us for mobility reasons. Parisa was very responsive via the app and accommodating for my parents who had never used Airbnb before which made their stay less stressful in a new city.

My family and I spent a fantastic week at Jackie's house. Sunny, comfy, and well-equipped with everything visitors might need, the house is a perfect spot to start and end a day of exploring beautiful Santa Cruz. We hope to return!

Beautiful neighborhood. Large and spacious house.