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Oceanfront Boho Retreat - Pacific Sunset Views 🌅🌊🐳
Remodeled oceanfront home with sweeping Pacific views and whale watching! Ultra clean and comfortable. The perfect cozy boho getaway for couples, families and travelers. 3 bed, 1 bath. • Self check-in🔑 • Directly in front of the ocean with beach access steps away 🌊 • Wonderful restaurants just two blocks away 🥗 • Professionally sanitized✨ • Renovated with smart tech • Fire pit with Adirondack loungers in the front, fire pit with chairs on the back deck • Foosball/Pool/Pac-Man🕹️ • Free Parking

Tomales Bay: Tranquility, Bay Views, Kayaks &
Indulge and awaken your senses in this coveted bayfront, luxurious retreat, with direct water access. Giant windows are your private portals to ever changing light over the bay and unobstructed views of Hog Island and Point Reyes Seashore. Observe the wildlife and beauty of this natural environment, breathe fresh salty air and dine on oysters while listening to lapping waves. It’s a perfect place to pause and reset! Modern, minimalist furnishings, privacy, comfort, carefully crafted details plus

Stunning Sunset , OceanView, Coastal Home, Trails
Perfect for biz travelers to San Francisco, company retreats, off-site meetings, or family vacation! • stunning ocean view. Sunset • free parking • 15 min SFO, 10 mi. SF, 20 mi. Half Moon Bay • 1 mi. surf at Pacifica State Beach,Pacifica Beach Park, hiking trails • 2.6 mi. Pacifica Pier • 3.6 mi. Mori Point • sweeping hillside views thru-out/w ocean views • full kitchen, washer/dryer, tv/wifi • beaches dotted/w quaint shops/restaurants • privacy & fresh coastal air • Uber is easy and convenient

Amazing Welcoming Unique Ocean Home
My exceptionally beautiful, welcoming home with breathtaking close-up ocean view is a perfect for your romantic getaway, artist retreat or small family gathering. Come sit in the garden and watch the waves roll in or sit in the hot tub in the moonlight. 3 min walk to Beach, 20 min drive to San Francisco, 15 min drive to Muir Woods. My home is on top floor of building, completely separate entrance and living space. Designated parking. Private use of Hot Tub . No pets, smoking or big parties.

Ocean Front French Cottage in Pacifica, SFO
Welcome to this Luxurious & Cozy Beach home with direct unobstructed Ocean Views -Modern 2 bedroom 2 baths with fully equipped kitchen. Suitable for 4 Adults and kids under 6. 15 Minutes to downtown San Francisco and SFO Airport. Ideal for a relaxing family vacation, romantic or working getaway!! Warm and cozy facing the ocean and steps to the Pacifica beach and fishing pier, board walk, Sharp Park and short walk to the historic Sharp Park Golf Course. Check out the Guest Reviews for this home!

Stinson Beach Castle House
Enjoy FULL views of the sunrise and sunset from the dining room, living room and large deck. Step down from the deck to the beach for a leisurely walk or build your own sandcastle at the foot of the 'Castle House.' Please note that the Castle House rents for full weeks in the summer (incl. Sept) except for shorter stays available between rentals. Holidays are 3 or more days depending on holiday. Re-rents need to match length of cancellation. Please inquiry for availability. 1 pet w $65 fee.

Rustic Beach Cottage with Hot Tub on Tomales Bay
Riley Beach Cottage sits on stilts just a few feet above the east shore of Tomales Bay. The great room, master bedroom, hot tub and northwest facing redwood decks all provide land's end views of Point Reyes National Seashore across this pristine estuary. With its own beach for launching kayaks or just doing nothing, this cottage has been a favorite due to its proximity to the water, front-row views of nature and simplicity. For more space, also book our Family Beach Cottage right next door.

Beachfront Ocean Views near SF! (Neptune 2)
Wake each morning and end each day with incredible panoramic Ocean Views from this beach-front Pacifica apartment! The views are always clear and unobstructed as this is literally ocean front on the 2nd story and of course you have your own private balcony. This 1bed / 1bath flat sleeps up to 2 people on a queen bed. Equipped with a full kitchen with stove and oven and a dining nook (again with ocean views!). Also features a desk and wood burning fireplace to make your stay cozy and warm!

Beach Lover’s 2B1B • 15min SF/SFO • Free Parking
Oceanside Retreat Features ★ 15 minutes from San Francisco & SFO ★ Spacious 2B1B 2nd-floor duplex unit, 17 stairs up ★ Elegantly renovated with modern smart appliances ★ Peaceful backyard with fire table, wave sounds & sea air ★ Steps from the beach for sand, surf, whales & sunset ★ Modern, fully-equipped kitchen ★ In-unit washer and dryer ★ High-speed free WIFI ★ Free on-premise parking ★ Quite hours from 9 pm - 8 am ★ Rave reviews from our guests Discover your seaside paradise. Book now!

Mount Tamalpais View — the Heart of Marin County
Stunning views of Mount Tamalpais off the deck. Modern appliances, quartz counters and oak hardwood floors. Large windows and french doors allow year round sun. Enjoy hiking and mountain biking at trailheads just a short walk or ride down the road. Make the drive to West Marin and the Wine Country. A cozy lounging space to work remotely, watch movies and local TV or write/create/dream in a space that inspires with sunlight and views. Stroll downtown for music, dining and the Rafael Theatre.

Sea Mist Cottage | Coastal Charm w/ Stunning Views
*Waterfront Cottage: 2 bdrm/1 bath retreat on Tomales Bay. *Unbeatable Views: Wrap-around deck with breathtaking sunset views. *Hot Tub Heaven: Relax in a deep hot tub or step down the private ladder for an invigorating saltwater plunge. *Private Dock: BBQ, outdoor seating, and direct bay access. *Cozy Comfort: Wood-burning stove, deluxe amenities, and dedicated workspaces with high-speed WiFi. *Fully Stocked Kitchen: Includes organic coffee, tea, oils, and condiments. *No cleaning chores!

Oceanfront at La Paz in Stinson Beach
Feel at home on the beach...Fantastic views of sand, surf & mountains. 1 BR apt located upstairs in 3 unit building. Max 2 guests. Fully furnished w/full kitchen, patio BBQ, WiFi, Smart TV, queen bed w/heated mattress pads. 1 dog welcome..$75 fee-charged separately once booking is confirmed & accepted by the host. (no cats please). Cleaning fee, AirBnb Service Fee & hotel occupancy tax charged at the time of booking. No occupancy tax: 30+ days stays.
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Mid-Century Modern Home with Waterfront Views

Tomales Bay Retreat

Joe's Studio on Tomales Bay, Pt. Reyes, Marshall

El Cerrito single cottage

Peaceful Garden Apartment at Ocean Beach

Spacious and charming 1bd apartment on Ocean Beach
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