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

Holiday home in Montara with kitchen and patio

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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
  • Place, Montara State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pillar Point Harbor
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪22 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.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Load the used towels (towels only) in the washer and start the washer. you can check out. No need to wait for it to complete.
Text me after you checked out. i'm
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 and Ocean Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and University of Surfing. Coastside Comics and See's Candies 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 - 3.3 km
  • Pillar Point Harbor - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Mavericks Beach - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Miramar Beach - 10 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Half Moon Bay Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barbara's Fishtrap - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Gran Amigo II - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Moss Beach Distillery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ketch - ‬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

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I felt safe at the house, and the location is very convenient. It’s an attractive and impressive house to stay in with a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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

Kari S., Hayward, USA

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

Great location!

Nice accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

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

Beautiful beach house.

Love the view. location is fantastic. With hiking trails behind you and the beach in front of you if you like nature and a beautiful comfortable home, this is the place with bathrooms in all the bedrooms with an extra half bath upstairs. Excellent for three couples. Hope to be back sooner than later.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

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

Sisters Trip

Excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Linda Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean and spacious with all the comforts of home. Two minute walk to the beach. It was a beautiful weekend to escape the valley heat wave.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place to stay! The property was accurately described in the VRBO listing and the host, Richard was very helpful as needed. The San Mateo coast is so underrated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wes B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fantastic property! Nice kitchen open to the living area with fantastic ocean views! Everything was in perfect order and the host is fantastic! Great communications and very accommodating throughout. Don't hesitate to rent this one!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Longyear N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location! Lovely home right across the street from Montara Beach. Comfortable 3 bedrooms with 3 1/2 bathrooms! Check in was a breeze. Richard provided all the info via text and was available by telephone. Check out instructions were clear and easy to follow.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

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

Across the street from the beach

Overall a nice place, plenty of room, large bedrooms each with bathrooms plus a half bath. Views of ocean thru multiple power lines. Parking for one car safely multiple cars would be a challenge. Very busy corner with heavy traffic!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave F.

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

Bay Area trip

Great house with everything we needed included, in quiet area with really nice view of ocean, beach is just a short walk across street. Short drive from many restaurants and easy access to drive to SF or bay areas. The owner was very responsive. I'd recommend it for family or friend trips
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Coastal California Family Vacation

This property, located between Pacifica and Halfmoon Bay, is a gem. A two-minute walk to Montara Beach, it offers breathtaking views of surfers, sunsets, and humpback whales from its decks. The area is safe, quiet, and friendly, with numerous hiking trails, beaches, shopping, and dining options nearby. It’s also conveniently close to Santa Cruz and Muir Woods. The house itself is spacious, clean, and well-equipped, ideal for two families. The upstairs suite has a large walk-in closet and two cots, perfect for young children. The downstairs bedrooms are roomy with private bathrooms. Richard, the host, is responsive, kind, and accommodating, making our stay seamless. If you’re seeking an unforgettable Northern California coastal experience, this is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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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