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Upscale cottage: First block from the beach
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft
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Half Moon Bay, CA
- Place, Half Moon Bay State Beach8 min walk
- Place, Poplar Beach8 min walk
- Place, Francis Beach8 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
About this property
Upscale cottage: First block from the beach
Welcome to our lovely cottage in Half Moon Bay. Quaint from the outside, it is comfortable, stylish and well appointed on the inside. It is located in a quiet neighborhood in the first block off the ocean and is just a 5 minute walk or bike ride from the historic downtown. It has versatile appeal: enjoy a romantic week or weekend for two or invite another friend or another couple.
The house has a very versatile appeal : enjoy a romantic weekend for two or invite another friend or two. While it has a romantic feel to, it is at the same time very practical for family with young children or for family with teenagers. Because we are grandparents a toddler and babies, we have a few items that make it easier if you travel from afar ( porta-cribs and high chair etc... see photos)
The House:
Bright dinning room with beautiful DWR glass table opens to a large deck where you can enjoy your morning coffee, a great book with tea or an evening glass of wine.
The kitchen is very well appointed. If you can't find it you don't need it:). Bar/table with two stools where one can talk to the cook or hang out while making a nice dinner.
Green Leaf grocery store with organic produce a short ride or a walk away. You can buy fresh fish or crab at the fish market at the port or buy directly off the boat. Beautiful farmers market on Saturday also very close by.
Master bedroom has a comfortable queen size bed and a small deck leading to a private side yard .
Second bedroom has two twin beds that can come together as a king size bed ( let us know in advance)
Beautiful wallpaper on one wall hung by David's son Robin Jerome (Stuckupwallpaper company)
Living room with TV, couch and two nice chairs. Cabinet lighting gives a warm light for a romantic and relaxing evening.
Amenities:
Ping pong table
Board games.
2 side yards area with picnic table and lounge chairs off the large deck on one side and lounge chairs on the other where you can play petanque/boules.
Large parking area in driveway.
More:
500 steps to the coastal trail and 7 minutes walk from two State park Beach: Poplar beach on one side and Half Moon Bay State beach on the other..
If you like, you can hike to the Ritz Carlton Hotel and enjoy a plentiful, famous brunch on Sunday or get breakfast any day. 3.5 miles hike away. 10 minutes drive.
If you want to cook, Green Leaf Market is around the corner, featuring local organic produce. And of course, don't miss the Farmer's Market on Saturdays (a 10 minute walk).
For Chocolate lover, Sweet 53 in the building next to the farmers market makes chocolate equal if not superior to the best Parisian Chocolaterie ( I can say so because I am French:). If you get there early enough, you can also get, during the stone fruit season, a tart that this expert Swiss owner makes herself and that are absolutely to die for and in limited supply.
Restaurants: Flying fish, Pasta Moon, Mesa Luna in Half Moon Bay and La Costanera in Princeton, and of course, the Ritz Carlton.
Entire beach house with large deck, large landscaped back and side yard and outdoor furniture for your relaxation) situated in the sunny desirable Alsace Lorraine neighborhood; as you head north the beach towns are oftentimes shrouded in fog. This private home is on the west-side of Hwy 1 a half mile south of Highway 92. Easy in, easy out, and walking distance to the best of everything. Sit outside and experience the ocean air, enjoy a short 1 block walk to either the best beaches in the bay area or 6 blocks to quaint Half Moon Bay shops and restaurants. Walk the coastal trail south along the ocean to the Ritz-Carlton and treat yourself to a sparkling beverage or brunch.
Bring your binoculars for the whales and dolphins (although they come close enough to see without them). The fall gray whale migration is one of the world's most magnificent and accessible wildlife spectacles.
We installed a compact carbon water purifying to make sure you drink healthy water and that your coffee and tea taste particularly good.
Smoking is not allowed in the house or anywhere on the property. We strive to create a setting that is comfortable, clean, organized and clutter-free for everyone to enjoy.
Guests beyond four (4) maximum registered are not permitted except for short daytime visits.
Please tell us more about yourself, any guests that will join you and your plans.
Half Moon Bay is a coastal community located approximately 35 minutes south of San Francisco that features the best of Northern California all in one place. Renowned restaurants, fresh local produce, family-friendly farms, quaint shops, historical buildings, golf courses, art galleries, beaches, world famous surfing, horseback riding on the beach, nearby wineries and redwood forests are in abundance all along a unique rocky shoreline.
The house has a very versatile appeal : enjoy a romantic weekend for two or invite another friend or two. While it has a romantic feel to, it is at the same time very practical for family with young children or for family with teenagers. Because we are grandparents a toddler and babies, we have a few items that make it easier if you travel from afar ( porta-cribs and high chair etc... see photos)
The House:
Bright dinning room with beautiful DWR glass table opens to a large deck where you can enjoy your morning coffee, a great book with tea or an evening glass of wine.
The kitchen is very well appointed. If you can't find it you don't need it:). Bar/table with two stools where one can talk to the cook or hang out while making a nice dinner.
Green Leaf grocery store with organic produce a short ride or a walk away. You can buy fresh fish or crab at the fish market at the port or buy directly off the boat. Beautiful farmers market on Saturday also very close by.
Master bedroom has a comfortable queen size bed and a small deck leading to a private side yard .
Second bedroom has two twin beds that can come together as a king size bed ( let us know in advance)
Beautiful wallpaper on one wall hung by David's son Robin Jerome (Stuckupwallpaper company)
Living room with TV, couch and two nice chairs. Cabinet lighting gives a warm light for a romantic and relaxing evening.
Amenities:
Ping pong table
Board games.
2 side yards area with picnic table and lounge chairs off the large deck on one side and lounge chairs on the other where you can play petanque/boules.
Large parking area in driveway.
More:
500 steps to the coastal trail and 7 minutes walk from two State park Beach: Poplar beach on one side and Half Moon Bay State beach on the other..
If you like, you can hike to the Ritz Carlton Hotel and enjoy a plentiful, famous brunch on Sunday or get breakfast any day. 3.5 miles hike away. 10 minutes drive.
If you want to cook, Green Leaf Market is around the corner, featuring local organic produce. And of course, don't miss the Farmer's Market on Saturdays (a 10 minute walk).
For Chocolate lover, Sweet 53 in the building next to the farmers market makes chocolate equal if not superior to the best Parisian Chocolaterie ( I can say so because I am French:). If you get there early enough, you can also get, during the stone fruit season, a tart that this expert Swiss owner makes herself and that are absolutely to die for and in limited supply.
Restaurants: Flying fish, Pasta Moon, Mesa Luna in Half Moon Bay and La Costanera in Princeton, and of course, the Ritz Carlton.
Entire beach house with large deck, large landscaped back and side yard and outdoor furniture for your relaxation) situated in the sunny desirable Alsace Lorraine neighborhood; as you head north the beach towns are oftentimes shrouded in fog. This private home is on the west-side of Hwy 1 a half mile south of Highway 92. Easy in, easy out, and walking distance to the best of everything. Sit outside and experience the ocean air, enjoy a short 1 block walk to either the best beaches in the bay area or 6 blocks to quaint Half Moon Bay shops and restaurants. Walk the coastal trail south along the ocean to the Ritz-Carlton and treat yourself to a sparkling beverage or brunch.
Bring your binoculars for the whales and dolphins (although they come close enough to see without them). The fall gray whale migration is one of the world's most magnificent and accessible wildlife spectacles.
We installed a compact carbon water purifying to make sure you drink healthy water and that your coffee and tea taste particularly good.
Smoking is not allowed in the house or anywhere on the property. We strive to create a setting that is comfortable, clean, organized and clutter-free for everyone to enjoy.
Guests beyond four (4) maximum registered are not permitted except for short daytime visits.
Please tell us more about yourself, any guests that will join you and your plans.
Half Moon Bay is a coastal community located approximately 35 minutes south of San Francisco that features the best of Northern California all in one place. Renowned restaurants, fresh local produce, family-friendly farms, quaint shops, historical buildings, golf courses, art galleries, beaches, world famous surfing, horseback riding on the beach, nearby wineries and redwood forests are in abundance all along a unique rocky shoreline.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
All children are allowed
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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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. Travelling with kids? Consider The San Mateo Japanese Garden, or check out an event or a game at Bay Club Broadway Tennis and Pickleball. 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/biking trails and cycling nearby.

Half Moon Bay, CA
What's nearby
- 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
- Coastside Clinic - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Venice Beach in Half Moon Bay - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 18 min walk
- Peet's Coffee - 17 min walk
- Pasta Moon - 15 min walk
- Starbucks - 18 min walk
- Tres Amigos - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Communication
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Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
6 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Douglas G.
19 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Douglas G.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Nell C.
18 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet beach cottage
Nell C.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Susan E.
24 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Cottage
Susan E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lenore M.
31 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lenore M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Shirley H.
2 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but sweet
Shirley H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jen L.
21 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach cottage
Jen L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
15 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Michael M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
William S.
14 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit
William S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David P.
15 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Half Moon Bay Getaway
David P.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
David L.
24 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Half Moon Bay Bliss
David L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ann M.
13 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
really nice in every way
Ann M.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
4 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a corner of paradise!
Susan B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Jeanne O.
26 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeanne O.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Sue H.
25 Mar, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
Sue H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Karen B S.
7 Oct, 2025
Karen B S.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jo M.
5 Sept, 2025
Jo M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Joelle Dussuyer, David Jerome
Joelle is a Parisian living in San Francisco for the past 39 years. David is a transplanted New Yorker. For the past 15 years, while maintaining their respective careers, we have owned and managed two lovely apartments in Paris. This past year, wanting a house centrally located between our three children in San Francisco and Palo Alto, we decided to trade Paris for Half Moon Bay and create a refuge for us and our families. Until we retire sometime in the near future, we are sharing our house with you.
Why they chose this property
This property is located in the most desirable neighborhood in Half Moon Bay. Minutes from downtown, steps to the ocean.
Languages:
English, French
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