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Apartment in Daly City
5 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviewsGarden Ocean view Apartment
JohnRating, 5 stars3 days ago
It was a great place for our family of three. The location is both quiet and convenient. All of the amenities are as described and the elevated outside sitting area provides a peaceful, beautiful view of the ocean.

Private room in Foster City
New place to stayShared Room Stunning Bay View
SantoRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Amazing host great area beautiful scenery peaceful
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Private room in Foster City
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviewsRoom on the Lagoon
ValentinRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Great host, place as described, quiet.
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Apartment in Daly City
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviewsSF Coast Work/Play/Hike + HotTub
NelsonRating, 5 stars2 months ago
We had a great stay at this Airbnb! The place was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with all the essentials, including strong WiFi, parking, and bathroom amenities. The location made it easy to get into San Francisco while still having a quiet place to return to. Also great views and near to hiking. What really stood out, though, was the host’s incredible responsiveness. We had a lock issue during our stay, and they went above and beyond—driving an hour and a half to personally bring us a key to the side door to ensure we felt safe. That level of dedication and care made all the difference, and we truly appreciated it. Highly recommend this stay to anyone looking for a convenient and well-hosted experience!
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Apartment in Pacifica
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviewsPeaceful Pacifica Beach Escape
ErinRating, 5 stars2 months ago
This location was stunning and the hosts were so kind and responsive! I would stay here again in a heartbeat and recommend to anyone visiting Pacifica.
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Home in Pacifica
4.77 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviewsSan Francisco Bay Area Ocean View, sleeps 10, 5 BR
BridgetRating, 5 stars1 week ago
We were a group of five ladies on a girls trip and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Julieta’s home is exactly as described and photographs are accurate. Lots of space for us to spread out. Beds were comfortable. Home was very clean and kitchen well stocked .Enjoyed the fantastic views sitting on the deck as well as from the living room and kitchen . The hot tub was great after a long day of hiking. We enjoyed the amenities right at the bottom of the hill, including coffee shops, and restaurants and is walkable for those that are in good shape.
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Home in Daly City
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviewsGem by the sea none-obstructive ocean view
TuyenRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
The property was exactly as advertised and exceeded our expectations. The daytime views were spectacular, and the sunsets were absolutely breathtaking - perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. We loved how conveniently located it was to both beautiful beaches and plenty of shopping and dining options. This place offers tremendous value for the price, and the layout worked wonderfully for entertaining our family. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a comfortable and well-situated getaway!
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Home in Pacifica
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviewsPet Friendly Sunset Over the Pacific Ocean
NacoleRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Parisa was super responsive and fast. We also had a few requests and she was able to help us with. The views are amazing from the back of the house and yard. The house was super clean. We would definitely stay again.
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Home in El Granada
5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsOcean Views, Steps 2 Beach, Hot Tub, BBQ, Fire Pit
AshRating, 5 stars3 months ago
Half Moon Bay is probably my favorite town in the Bay Area, and many times in the past I've seen this house wandering around the neighborhood and fantasized what it would be like to live there. When I saw the house was on Airbnb, obviously I booked it immediately. The sights and sound of the ocean from the hot tub, firepit and sunset drinks at Miramar Beach Restaurant (which is right next door), so many beautiful beaches nearby... Being able to stay here felt like I was living the dream.
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Home in Montara
5 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviewsSea Wolf Bungalow
LoryRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Magical property! Unbelievable white water and coastline views out of every window! Impeccable restoration of a historic cabin with high end modern comforts while keeping all the vintage charm and showcasing unique and lovingly curated fixtures and findings. Kim is a 5 star plus host with fantastic taste. You could not ask for a better experience. Highly recommended. In April we saw pelicans flying at eye level, hawks in the trees, whales spouting off the coast, seals below off the rocks - all from the house! Extremely comfortable bed and furnishings. Plenty of books and games to choose from. Tons of hiking nearby. Fresh seafood and farm produce. You will have a hard time leaving the house though. It is that nice! Kim covered everything from a to z and beyond to ensure our comfort and ensure an outstanding experience. And that is exactly what we had!
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Home in Moss Beach
5 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviewsNew- Stunning Oceanfront "Pelican Bluffs"
JudyRating, 5 stars4 days ago
What a wonderful home on the bluff looking out on the ocean. We had a wonderful time just hanging out at the house, cooking, sitting at the fire table in the back yard enjoying hors d'oeuvres, playing a board game around the dining room table. You could just sit and look out the window and watch the ocean and the Pelicans flying by. We even saw a few Grey whales migrating north. The house is just as advertised, is clean and has a nice kitchen. There are ocean views from 2 of the bed rooms. It's very close to Hwy 1 but the house must be well insulated because you can't hear the traffic indoors. We were there at low tide and walked down to the Fitzgerald Marine Preserve and had a great time exploring the tide pools. I would highly recommend this home. I would love to go back sometime and just do nothing but watch the ocean, go for walks, take naps and eat good food! Katia was the perfect host and answered any questions via email within a short time frame.
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Home in Pacifica
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews180° backyard ocean view 2bd/1ba coastal getaway!
AnastasiiaRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Thank you very much for a wonderful vacation. The view of the ocean and hills is simply stunning. We enjoyed a beautiful sunset, had a barbecue, the house is very cozy and comfortable. The owner is very attentive and friendly, helped with all issues. I would like to separately note the comfortable bed, we slept very well. And in the morning we enjoyed the singing of birds. We will remember our secluded vacation with love.
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Home in Half Moon Bay
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 80 reviewsTranquil Coastal Retreat - Walk to the Beach!
KristelRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
We had such a peaceful stay at Kali’s place and we loved being able to walk to the beach. We brought our 1 year old and her home was kid friendly and the backyard was an added bonus for all of us.
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