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Beach House by Montara Beach, California - 20-minute drive to San Francisco

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Upper Deck (Deck-2) - View of Beach, Ocean, Mountains, Woods, and Devil's slide
Sunset from the upper deck
Lower Deck - View of Beach, Ocean, Mountains, Woods, and Devil's slide
From Lower Deck - view of Beach and Ocean
Living/Kitchen/Dining area with Ocean View

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 82640 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Montara, CA
  • Montara State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Pillar Point Harbor
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Miramar Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Outdoor shower

Master Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beach House by Montara Beach, California - 20-minute drive to San Francisco

ADDRESS:
1160 Main Street, Montara, CA 94037, USA

* UNOBSTRUCTED VIEW OF BEACH/OCEAN
from decks, Living/Dining/Kitchen.
*. 3 bedrooms, each with an attached bathroom
* 2 Decks to relax and view beach/Ocean and
hear the soothing sound of waves
* Clothes Washer/Dryer
* Full size kitchen with Dish Washer, Stove,
Sink, Refrigerator, Compactor
* Two regular ovens in the kitchen
* stocked kitchen (utensils, pots, pans, dishes
with room to cook for large groups of people
* Microwave
* Coffee Maker
* Toaster
*. Free Internet access with WiFi and Ethernet
*. Free phone calls to anywhere within USA
(contigous states) and Canada

* Fully Furnished house
* Queen size beds in all 3 bedrooms, couches,
tables, chairs. Linens / bedsheets /
blankets, towels (1 per guest) provided.
* Outside private shower for beach goers
* TV, DVD player (3D)

* Ideal for up to 6 adults (and may be 2
kids for a total of up to 8 people).
MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR 8 ADULTS.
There are only 3 Queen size beds + 1 regular couch + 1 smaller couch.

Property manager

Richard

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Sea view

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Guests with kids must bring staircase barriers.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Charges will DOUBLE if more than 8 people are inside the house, even for brief moment.
There are two staircases. Guests with kids MUST bring their own barriers to prevent kids from using staircases.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Montara

Located in Montara, this holiday home is in the mountains. San Francisco Bay Discovery Site and Colma Historical Association are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pillar Point Harbor and Sharp Park Golf Course. JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and University of Surfing are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Montara, CA

What's nearby

  • Montara State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Pillar Point Harbor - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Mavericks Beach - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Miramar Beach - 10 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Broadway Station - 22 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Soul Grind - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sam's Chowder House - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach House by Montara Beach, California - 20-minute drive to San Francisco pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach House by Montara Beach, California - 20-minute drive to San Francisco?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach House by Montara Beach, California - 20-minute drive to San Francisco?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Beach House by Montara Beach, California - 20-minute drive to San Francisco located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Montara State Beach, Gray Whale Cove State Beach and JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve. Santa Cruz Mountains and Devils Slide Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation Home

Very nice vacation home with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

We had an amazing stay at this property. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

We spent a family weekend here and it was perfect! Views of the ocean, a short 1 minute walk to the beach. The house is well taken care of and clean. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute Gem

First time using Vrbo and had the absolute pleasure of experiencing this beauty. Everything from the check-in process to the location is elite. I would love to rent this gem multiple times a year.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the beach

We enjoyed our stay - my wife suggests better linens and a bigger refrigerator. The closeness to the beach was a real plus
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari S., Hayward, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Nice accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

patty k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place

Location was beautiful and house was large and clean. The kitchen and bathrooms are minimally stocked but I had read that in previous reviews so it wasn't a surprise. The white couches in the living room and the carpets are a bit stained but the bathrooms and kitchen were very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach house

Great view of the crashing surf and right across the street from the beach. All en-suite bathrooms with lovely cabinets and sinks. Nice kitchen that is fairly well stocked. Firm beds but very thin bedding. Perfect place to enjoy the beach, go biking along the trails in Half Moon bay and many great restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

June stay 2024

Property was great. Host was pleasant to communicate with. Property exceeded our expectations
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In town for a reunion

Property was great. Richard was very responsive for any questions I had. The only request would be to have some additional things in the kitchen…aluminum foil, plastic bags…just some little things to make it really easy. We definitely enjoyed our stay! Super close to the beach and open space trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

bangin time in *almost* beach front home

great stay. could people watch surfers jumping into the frigid ocean all day long. easy communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sisters Trip

Excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christhannah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachfront Vacay

My family and I enjoyed a relaxing birthday trip at this spacious, beachfront home. There are views of the ocean from almost every room, and 2nd floor and roof top decks to enjoy the ocean which was just a couple of hundred yards away. The home is very spacious with 3 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, plus a lovely backyard. The host was also very hospitable and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rona D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach house with 2 decks

First beach vacation with the grandkids! Wonderful experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juli A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful Spot

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Montara. It was close enough to Half Moon Bay for shopping and restaurants, and even closer to the beautiful beach. The home was immaculate and was well equipped with toaster, blender, etc. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whales

We had a great trip and we were treated to a show of whales!! The roof top deck was awesome for whale watching. When it was cool outside you can just sit on the couch and look at the waves and the ocean! I would highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic View and Great Access

Our family of 4 had a great stay. The owner was a great host and even mailed us back a jacket we had left in the dryer and forgotten about. We used the house as a base for our trips to Sausalito, SF and Half Moon Bay but came back each night to watch the sunset over the Pacific. Be careful pulling in/out of the driveway as we found other drivers often didn’t look when turning the corner.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

We had a great time in this beautiful home where the pictures of the location do it no justice. Wonderfully accommodating host. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place near the beach

Property was great! Nice place to stay with family. Very clean. Lots of space. Literally just across the beach with an awesome view. Had to deal with some beach traffic on the weekend but otherwise easy to get to and from San Francisco or San Mateo. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We are so glad we found this property for the weekend. The home is beautiful with perfect views of the ocean from the two decks. The check in process was very easy and Richard was always quick to respond to any questions we had. Gherkins sandwich shop is just down the street where they have the best food. We come to montara just to grab sandwiches from there. You will love this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Lovely home, great views of ocean, plenty of space. Short walk to the ocean and a short walk to hiking trails. The out door shower had warm water so it was petfect to wash off kids before going inside. My only recommendation to parents with a toddler, is to bring bungee cords to secure a baby gate to the spiral staircase.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiphani J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

The house was wonderful. Very spacious and exactly as described. The view from the upper deck was amazing. We spent several evening just enjoying the view. Property manager was helpful and prompt. Also provided a binder with helpful tips about the area which was unexpected but very useful! Our whole group agreed we would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T., Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views

Really enjoyed our stay at the property. There were beautiful views from the main living space as well as the patio and rooftop deck. We loved watching the surfers in the mornings, and the beautiful sunsets in the evening. Drive back and forth from San Francisco was easy, and always beautiful. The house had all the basics covered, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. The split floorplan with the bedrooms downstairs was convenient so our toddler could sleep in a quiet area away from the living space. We also loved the food at Gherkin's Sandwich shop which was a quick walk from the house.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal norther California vacation spot.

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our week in Montara. The home was beautiful, comfortable and clean. Excellent kitchen, fabulous living room and decks, comfortable spacious bedrooms each with its own bathroom. We enjoyed the views from the upper and lower decks. Hiked nearby trails and enjoyed watching the surfers while walking the beach just across the street. We took easy day trips to San Fran, Marin county down to Carmel. Watched the seals at nearby Fitzgerald Preserve. The owner was thorough, prompt and kind. We have use VRBO for many years and this was one of our very best experiences.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

simin m.

unbelievable

We stayed here for 2 nights the weekend we got married at La Costanera. Could not imagine a better experience. So easy as it was right across street. Richard was so easy going and allowed the hair and make up crew to come to house where I could get ready in comfort at no additional charge. The other rentals in the area that we had looked at were going to charge us 500 extra for having additional people come to house. The house was clean and amazing view. The roof top view is awesome. I live in SF and I would rent this house again for a weekend get away. simin and kreg
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2016

About the host

Hosted by Richard

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Why they chose this property

This house was built as a getaway from hectic city life, while still remaining in close proximity to the city. Peaceful and relaxing, it is exactly what we needed whenever we wanted a break. Our family agrees on one thing: total relaxation when you're watching the waves from the comfort of the house.

What makes this property unique

OCEAN VIEW, OCEAN VIEW, OCEAN VIEW!
* Beach and Ocean view from inside and
outside of the house.
* Very clean and secluded Montara beach.
~200 feet from the beach...literally stone
throw-away distance.
* One side Ocean view and the other side
view of the mountains and woods.
* Most relaxing activity is simply lying down on
the top open deck and listening to the
sound of the waves, seeing the Pacific
Ocean while enjoying the sun.
* Large house and spacious

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English
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