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Soak up the Serenity on the Patio of a Charming Cottage
Light the fire pit and dress for dinner in the vine-covered garden at a peaceful retreat with a soothing waterfall. Zen beachy decor and coastal paintings set the scene indoors, with abundant natural light enhancing easy open-plan living. Pets are welcome with a small cleaning fee of a $50 (one time fee) and additional pets $25 (one time fee). The main room is 12'x17'. Closet is 6 1/2' long. Bathroom 4'x5 1/2' + shower 3'3" x 3'3". kitchen 4 1/2' x 8". Simple breakfast served. Your own private entrance, plenty of parking on the street, nice neighborhood. We are available if you have any questions or need information on the area. 2 night minimum please. The cottage is tucked away off the street in a quiet, safe neighborhood where residents walk their dogs in pleasant weather. Nearby downtown Redwood City is home to shops and groceries and freeways and public transportation are within easy reach. There is a bus that runs at the corner of our block, it would take you to downtown Redwood City or travel down the El Camino Real. There is a train depot downtown as well. Pets - 2 small dogs in the main house, 2 outdoor cats.

SF Amazing View & SUNroom: Spacious Private 1 bdrm
👋 Welcome to our spacious, clean, private getaway studio on Southern Hill in Daly City. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Enjoy a stunning view of day/night in clear days ☀️ - Easy street parking - Great Summit Loop Trail at San Bruno Mountain (6-min🚘) - Cow Palace Arena (8-min🚘) - H Mart grocery mall (10-min🚘) - 9.2 miles to SFO (17-min🚘) - 6.7 miles to Civic Center(>30-min🚘 w/ traffic or 20-min🚘 w/o traffic) - 11 miles to Fisherman's Wharf(>35-min🚘 w/ traffic or 23-min🚘 w/o traffic)

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.

Private 1 bedroom suite for quick SFO trip withA/C
1 bedroom 1 bathroom guest suite with private entrance. Good for a short SFO trip. But be aware it might not fit family vacation need! Newly remodeled kitchen, full bathroom, Wi-Fi, gas cooktop, coffee maker, toaster, microwave. Soft foam topper queen bed. Convenient for Bay Area commuter, 15 mins driving to SFO airport. Close to 101, 280 freeway. 30 mins driving to San Francisco or 50 mins to San Jose. 15 mins walk to grocery store, Starbucks and restaurants. Easy and free street parking.

Silicon Valley Work Retreat | Wellness Oasis
Upscale Los Altos Hills. Peaceful and spacious 1,500 sq. ft. retreat. Ideal for business travelers, couples, nature lovers. Adjacent to 3,988-acre Rancho San Antonio Preserve with direct trail access, wildlife, serenity. Inside: workspace with fiber-optic Wi-Fi, fireplace, sauna, pool table, fully equipped kitchen and plush queen bed with guest praised mattress. Outside: exclusive access to saline heated pool and hot tub, patio with BBQ. Minutes from Stanford, Palo Alto, and top tech campuses.

Private Garden Cottage
Relax in our cozy cottage nestled in a serene garden setting, the perfect get-away after a day of business meetings or sightseeing. We are close to major Silicon Valley destinations; 30 minutes from San Francisco, San Jose and the beach in Half Moon Bay —with easy access to Highways 101 and 280, as well as public transportation (SamTrans, Caltrain and BART via Caltrain). Our quiet street is an easy 5-minute walk (0.2 mi) from downtown San Carlos with shops and literally dozens of restaurants.

40 Acre Redwood Forest With Private Trails
We are the descendants of an old San Mateo County pioneer family. We have been passed down and live on a 40 acre redwood forest, backed by 1000 acres of parkland. We would like to share our forest with you. Take a walk and learn of the history behind La Honda's Woodwardia Lodge built in 1913. Walk on private 150 year old logging trails at this historic getaway. Enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding Redwood forest. Cozy up in a 40' New 2024 RV. All proceeds go to restoring WJS Log Cabin.

Paradise Treehouse & Heavenly Cabin
A soulful and energetic paradise. Beautiful, private, peaceful & wild surroundings complimented with modern luxuries and comfort. A stunning, unique, & unrivaled experience sure to impact you deeply. Soak in the outdoor tub while you plan your next adventure. Just minutes from the beach, amazing hiking, views and biking. Outfitted with organic latex mattresses, down comforters, top of the line appliances, smoking fast internet and a spectacular wifi sound system with world class acoustics.

SkyHigh Redwoods Retreat with Bay Views
Inhale. Exhale. Relax in this cozy, romantic guesthouse retreat nestled in the redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains, overlooking the bay and conveniently located near the famous Alice’s Restaurant on Skyline Blvd in Woodside. The 1 acre gated property has ample parking and privacy. Snuggle in with the wood burning fireplace, prepare meals in the full size kitchen and take in the views of the majestic redwoods right outside the windows with bay views peeking through the trees.

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.

Elegant retreat in Redwood City
NOW with new AC & Heating! Gorgeous one bedroom apartment with en-suite bathroom, a spacious walk-in closet, ample light, and stunning views. Private fully equipped kitchen and sitting area allow for very comfortable living. Bedroom and sitting area/kitchen are separated by a door to allow for 2 separate work spaces. Washer/dryer and many other amenities available. This is part of a ~4000 sq ft luxury single family home with a completely separate and private entrance.

Bicycle Shack @ La Honda Pottery
My place is close to miles of hiking and biking trails in county parks and openspace, great views, the beach and not far from the Peninsula, S.F. and Santa Cruz. You’ll love my place because of the location, the people, the ambiance, the outdoors space and that it is a self contained small cabin with a tiny deck.. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and furry friends (pets). Perfect for hikers and bikers.
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