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Upscale cottage: First block from the beach

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A residential house with a wooden pergola entrance, a front door, and a number sign.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of a house.
A wooden deck with red chairs and a table, surrounded by a wooden fence and greenery.
A living room with a beige sofa, a black chair, a small table, a large framed picture of a gorilla, a dark floor, and a window with blinds.
A living room with a fireplace, a black chair, a table with a lamp, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Half Moon Bay State Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Half Moon Bay, CA
  • Place, Half Moon Bay State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Poplar Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Francis Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd bed room

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

one bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Half Moon Bay

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Arleta Park, a neighbourhood in Half Moon Bay. La Nebbia Winery and Half Moon Bay Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and University of Surfing. Consider Longboard Bar and Venue, Eureka Drive, Pacifica, Ca, Usa for a night out or The San Mateo Japanese Garden if you're travelling with kids. Surfing/body boarding offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Half Moon Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • Elmar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Half Moon Bay State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Poplar Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Francis Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Redondo Beach - 9 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Broadway Station - 24 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tres Amigos - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪San Benito House - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Upscale cottage: First block from the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Upscale cottage: First block from the beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Upscale cottage: First block from the beach?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Upscale cottage: First block from the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Upscale cottage: First block from the beach located?

This family-friendly Half Moon Bay holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Elmar Beach, Poplar Beach and Francis Beach. Half Moon Bay State Beach and Coastside Clinic are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I am so grateful to stay in such a lovely place. I enjoyed the opportunity so close to the beach and also close to shops. The neighborhood is lively as well. The outdoor patio was so tranquil. Kitchen well stocked with cooking items. Communication with the hosts was also very good.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice getaway

Enjoyed our stay in Half Moon Bay, great location in comfortable home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet little bungalow, close to the beach and to town. It had everything we needed for our anniversary getaway and it was so lovely having coffee on their beautiful back porch every morning. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet beach cottage

We had a lovely time in Half Moon Bay and appreciated the location of the house- easy walk to beach and downtown- and the welcoming hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach cottage

Great location, half block from beach. Clean and no problems. Hosts are really nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint Cottage

Perfect cottage in a beautiful location, walkable and quiet neighborhood. We had everything we needed and great outdoor spaces too. I would highly recommend this house. It provided a welcoming respite for myself and a lifelong friend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great visit

Great location, very close to the beach. Comfortable beds. Nice kitchen, well stocked and appointed. Really appreciated the covered patio. Friendly and communicative hosts, responding to our questions immediately. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage far exceeded our expectations. The home is charming and the perfect size for 2 adults. The amenities don’t disappoint either. They have everything you need to make your stay comfortable, Joelle checked in with us to make sure of it. Perfect, perfect, and perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Small but sweet

Cottage was very clean. Hosts were terrific. It is small but cozy. TV placement is awkward but understandable given the space. Great outdoors area with great places to eat. Thanks for a great stay with family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Could not have been better
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Half Moon Bay Getaway

This is the second time we have stayed in Joelle and David's cottage and both times have been very enjoyable. The cottage is clean and very well maintained. We did have one problem with the plumbing in the kitchen sink while we were there but David had someone out right away and had it taken care of. The location is quiet and very convenient to down town and the coast.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. We take great pride in maintaining our home to the highest standards, and we appreciate you mentioning our prompt response to the plumbing issue. In fact, we had just completed replacing all the plumbing pipes to ensure everything is in top condition for our guests. Your comfort is always our priority, and we're so glad we could resolve the issue quickly. We look forward to welcoming you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Half Moon Bay Bliss

The stay was wonderful except for a construction crew using our side of the house for an entry/exit way.Small potatoes when you realize the beauty of the surrounding area and close proximity to S.F. area.Our family would like to return someday soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review and share your experience with us. We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay overall and appreciated the the beauty of our surroundings and the easy access to SF. We sincerely apologize again for the mismanaged crew passing through your side of your yard nearby during your visit. While it was beyond our control, we completely understand how it might have impacted your experience. We truly value your feedback and will continue to do our best to ensure future stays are as seamless and enjoyable as possible. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we are looking forward to the opportunity to host you again in the future. Warm regards,
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

really nice in every way

Great hosts, very charming cottage tastefully furnished and decorated, close to beach , responsive hosts, we had sunny days to be out on the deck and drove to other beaches beside the one down the street, Miramar you can walk on and no one else was there, 7 mi. north. Fabulous library, It's Italia nice restaurant, lemon pizza delish.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

a corner of paradise!

We had a wonderful stay at the beach bungalow. The property was immaculate and very close to the trail that leads out to the beach. The deck and awning were inviting and we spent a great deal of time outdoors enjoying the peace and quiet. The bungalow had everthing we needed for a restful stay. While the bathroom is tight it worked well for us. Th neighborhood was quiet and had large manicured homes. Lovely property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2024
Thank you Susan for your beautiful review! So glad you had a wonderful time! Cheers
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just perfect

A friend and I spent 4 peaceful days here enjoying the house in a beautiful neighborhood, the location being so near the water, the coastal trail, the sunsets and the cruiser bikes. Just perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2020
Thank you Sue! We were delighted that you were able to come and glad you could stay an extra night! Thank you for leaving the house in such pristine condition. Come back anytime, we will be delighted to have you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When you pull up to the house, you know this is going to be a lovely place. And then you open the front door to a remodeled vintage cottage- well- appointed with art, ceramics and furniture right out of a modern French magazine. Absolutely gorgeous, but it's not precious and is extremely comfortable, including the beautiful deck off the dining room. Loved puttering into the kitchen to make coffees and teas and just milling around the house in between our excursions. The home is centrally located, just a hop from the beach and downtown half Moon Bay. A really really special place and location. Home is well stocked with living needs- just add groceries (although she leaves some lovely coffee and teas for you). We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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