Half Moon Bay Vacation Rental

'Harbor Vista': Spacious Ocean View Home W/Spa, Decks, Hdtv Half Moon Bay, California Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 151552

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Location: Half Moon Bay, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (30 mins to downtown San Francisco, 3 miles N of downtown HMB) View Map

Accommodations:  House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)

At the north end of Half Moon Bay, on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean, "Harbor Vista" is a spacious 4BR/3BA home with 2 master suites and 2 guest bedrooms. It has a Great Room that combines a fully equipped kitchen, breakfast bar, dining table and seating area, allowing you to share the fabulous sunsets with your friends and family. It's our relaxing Coastal California retreat.

The front deck at Harbor Vista runs the length of the house and overlooks the Pacific Ocean. At 330 feet above sea level, the view is panoramic and runs from the Ritz Carlton in the south to Pillar Point in the north, with ships at anchor and at sail in the middle. The sunsets are beautiful and can be viewed from the lower or upper deck, or anywhere on the main level. A BBQ with propane is situated there for cooking up a grilled meal. Grilling fresh fish from the local harbor is one of our guests' favorites.

The main level consists of a spacious great room, combining a fireplace seating area, sofa/loveseat seating area, dining room table that seats 10 and an open kitchen with granite countertops and a breakfast bar. Picture windows take advantage of the view but can be covered at night for privacy. A HDTV projector shines on one wall, providing a home theatre with 5.1 DTS Surround Sound. You can watch DVDs, digital cable TV or hook up your laptop to view your own videos on the wall.

The kitchen at Harbor Vista is outfitted with double ovens, a 5 burner glasstop range, double sink, large refrigerator, dishwasher and trash compactor. It has dishes and flatware for 12, plus all the pots, pans, mixing bowls and serving dishes you need to put on a great family meal. We use the kitchen ourselves and have cooked a Thanksgiving dinner for 16, so we have worked hard to make it complete.

Upstairs is the first master bedroom, with a comfortable King bed and a spacious bathroom with tub and shower. A sliding glass door leads to the balcony, and stairs lead up to the rooftop deck, with glass railing and a patio set. Taking in the sunset with a glass of wine is one of our favorite pastimes on this deck.

Down the hall are the guest bedroom with Queen bed and the "Kid's Room" with 2 Twin bunkbeds, as well as a guest bathroom with shower.

Downstairs from the great room is the second master bedroom, with Queen size bed and a Full size futon sofa. A 42" TV with digital cable and DVD awaits you here, with hookups for your favorite gaming system or video camera. The 3rd bathroom is here with shower. Out the glass sliding door is the backyard patio, where the 6 person spa awaits your arrival, along with a gas fire table to keep the chill off before or after a dip in the spa. The yard has room for kids to run around, and a play structure with 3 swings and a slide for them to play on.

Linens and towels are provided, including beach and spa towels. A full washer and dryer is on premise. Propane and firewood are provided. High-speed WiFi and phone service is included.

More pictures and a Guide to the Half Moon Bay Coastside are available on our website: harborvista.us.

Cheers!
Rich and Jennifer

Vacation Rental Features

  • Amenities
    • Washer: Private
    • Dryer: Private
    • Linens Provided
    • Off Street Parking
    • Wood Fireplace
    • Wood Stove
  • Beds
    • King Bed
    • Queen Bed (2)
    • Bunk Bed (2)
    • Convertible Bed: Full size futon sofa
    • Crib (2) : Pack-and-plays available
  • Entertainment
    • Cable/Satellite TV (3) : Projection HDTV, 47" HDTV and 19" TV.
    • DVD
    • CD Player
    • Stereo System
    • Private Hot Tub: 6 person jetted spa, on back patio
  • Kitchen
    • Full Kitchen: Granite counters, radiant stove, dual ovens, microwave and toaster.
    • Cooking Utensils Provided
    • Refrigerator
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Ice Maker
    • Catering Available: Event Savvy SF is a local caterer we know well.
  • Outdoor Features
    • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Gas BBQ, propane provided
    • Deck/Patio (3) : Rooftop deck and front deck, both with views of ocean. Backyard paved patio with spa.
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  • View/Location
    • Ocean View: Views of the Pacific Ocean and Pillar Point Harbor.
  • Communications
    • Telephone
    • Free Long Distance: US and Canada only
    • Broadband Internet
    • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
  • Suitability
    • Pet Friendly: Pets considered on a case-by-case basis.
    • Kid Friendly: Play structure, bunk beds, pack and plays, high chairs.
    • Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25 yrs old, unless accompanied by someone 25 yrs or older
    • Smoking Not Allowed
  • Activities (on site and nearby)
    • Golf
    • Shopping
    • Sightseeing
    • Restaurants
    • Kayaking
    • Sailing
    • Boating
    • Shelling
    • Swimming
    • Surfing
    • Windsurfing
    • Biking
    • Mountain Biking
    • Wildlife Viewing
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Fitness Center/Gym
    • Health/Beauty Spa
    • Antiquing
    • Live Theatre
    • Horseback Riding

 

Rate Details (In US Dollars)

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Dec-Mar; $300/weeknight, $450/weekend night
Apr-June 15: $450/weeknight, $575 weekend night
June 16-Aug 31: $3600/week
Holiday rates (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's): $4200/week
Weeknight rates apply Sun-Thurs. Minimum stay: 3 nights.
Cleaning fee: $150, County Hotel Tax: 10%, Damage Deposit: $750
50% to book, 50% due 60 days prior to check-in
Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis with advance notice only

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

  • Credit Cards Accepted:

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Diners Club

Dates available: Year Round
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

Map & Owner's Profile

 
 

'Harbor Vista': Spacious Ocean View Home W/Spa, Decks, Hdtv

Year Purchased: 2005

Why the Owner Chose Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay has always been a special place for Rich, growing up in nearby Sunnyvale, it was the closest beach town and THE place to get your Halloween pumpkin. Jen used to go vacation in Pismo Beach from her hometown of Fresno with her family, so getting away to the ocean and the cool breezes was a highlight of growing up. We both love the Half Moon Bay Coastside area, and having an ocean view home is a dream come true. It's close to San Francisco, but feels worlds away, with huge open spaces and nearby organic farms. There's 20-plus beaches in the area, tidepools, whale watching, sailing... it's a great place to get away and relax.

The Unique Benefits at this House

We remodeled the home in 2006 with the goal of making it family friendly. It has a spacious great room with fantastic ocean views, 2 decks for outdoor entertaining, a 6 person hot tub and a home theater system. The bedrooms are upstairs and separated from the great room and downstairs master suite, which makes it easy for some people to go to sleep while others stay up and visit.

A
El Granada "Surfer's" Beach

Great local beach with mild, regular waves and a long stretch of sand. Can get busy during the summer, but is a great place to people watch or surfer watch.

B
Princeton-by-the-sea

Local shops, restaurants and bars. Great seafood spots and cool local art.

D
Montara

Cool little coastal town with great beach.

E
Half Moon Bay Main Street

Shops, restaurants and more.

Owner's Map of Half Moon Bay

We are proud parents of 3 boys, ages 8, 4 and 4 (identical twins!). We have lived all over the West Coast, from LA to Seattle, but call the San Francisco Bay Area our home.

-Rich and Jen

 

Property Photos

Guest Comments (15)

  • 01/20/10
    Positive Rating
    Tammy , Foresthill, CA
    • Stayed at this fabulous place to celebrate a girlfriend's 50th birthday. There were about 15-16 gals, with people coming and going all weekend. Prepared some great meals in the wonderfully equipped kitchen and enjoyed cocktails at sunset on the front deck. The house is close to the beach and great restaurants, but cozy enough to just hang out and chill. I will recommend this place to everyone!!
  • 12/16/09
    Positive Rating
    David , San Francisco, CA
    • stayed here with a group of 8 for my 30th birthday party and had a really great experience. The house is lovely, well-stocked, and well-appointed. The owners clearly take good care of it. I was craving that oceanview sunset. One night was foggy, but the other night was truly beautiful. We also had a really nice day on the beach, which is a steep walk or very short drive away. The owners were very helpful and accommodating. My only complaint was that I like to cook and knives were...poor. But I mentioned this to the owner afterward and he said he would bring a new set the very next weekend. I hadn't realized that the house is actually pretty close to a couple of neighboring houses. But we were pretty rowdy - made a quite a bit of noise for 8 people - and the neighbors didn't seem to mind. So no big deal, really. I would definitely highly recommend this house.

      Homeowner Response:
      Thanks, David. I did indeed replace the knives with a new set of Henckels knives last weekend. We also had a friend over who cooked dinner for 8 of us and she said we had everything she needed to make a great meal. We hope to have you back again soon!
  • 10/28/09
    Positive Rating
    Carrie Hoff , Boise Idaho
    • I have to say you made everything about our vacation wonderful!! I have been dealing with the VRBO site every year for a group get together since 2002 and the whole experience with you and your home this year was wonderful. Starting from how friendly (and patient!)you were before we booked the house, to all the amazing recommendations you supplied (7th Montara SO GREAT! We had so much fun with those ladies, Half Moon Bay brewing Company, great food, great atmosphere!) to how amazing AND CLEAN your house was! We thoroughly enjoyed everything about our stay. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us!
  • 09/15/09
    Positive Rating
    • We purchased a 3 night stay at the property through my children's school auction. We found it extremely easy to schedule our stay, and the owners were very accomodating when we decided to change a date last minute. In addition, the owners sent us information about dining out opportunities and a name of their well trusted babysitter. We stayed in the property with another family and the kids had a blast together. There was a room with bunk beds (that's all they needed) and a huge family room and kitchen for entertaining. The property was very clean and had all the amenities needed for a wonderful stay (and a washer and dryer!). I would definitely recommend the place!"
  • 04/07/09
    Positive Rating
    Diane W. , Pacific Palisades, CA
    • We had a great time--loved the house and the location--what a view! Very aptly named Harbor Vista. Your guides to the area attractions and restaurants were very appreciated. Thanks again for everything.
  • 03/03/09
    Positive Rating
    Ashley , Berkeley, CA
    • We stayed as a group of consultants who wanted to get away for a relaxing weekend of fun and team bonding. The home was amazing and perfect for our needs. The owners were amazing to work with and very accommodating. If you are looking for a fantastic stay, I definitely recommend this house! We look forward to staying again!
  • 02/24/09
    Positive Rating
    Jill Donley , Auburn, CA
    • Thank you for letting us use your beautiful home for our recent Leadership Retreat. The house was the perfect size for our group of 10. We enjoyed the spacious kitchen and had a great time playing some of the games you had on hand for guests. Your property was very clean and had all the comforts of home. I highly recommend it to others looking for a homelike setting for a Retreat.
  • 01/07/09
    Positive Rating
    • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
      (From guestbook): Just a quick note to let you know that we really enjoyed our stay! The weather cooperated and we were lucky enough to have 3 beautiful sunshine-filled days which is extraordinary for this time of year! We enjoyed a lovely dinner on New Years Eve at the Half Moon Bay Distillery with all the family. What a beautiful night! Thank you again and we will keep your house in mind for future dates.
  • 07/17/08
    Positive Rating
    Tripti and Todd , San Mateo, CA
    • The house was a perfect setting for a family gathering! The kids and the dog loved the backyard and all of us enjoyed cooking in the beautiful kitchen, grilling on the deck and just hanging out in this very comfortable home away from home. We hit the surrounding beaches almost every day and then came back to the house to enjoy the beautiful views from the deck. We will definitely be back!
  • 05/22/08
    Positive Rating
    Tom and Judy , Santa Barbara CA
    • A very comfortable house with a wonderful kitchen. Nice appliances, dishes, well furnished, easy to use. The beds are very comfortable with nice bedding. We enjoyed the hot tub, exploring the area, and relaxing. We loved the sound of the fog horn.

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Dates available: Year Round
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #151552

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