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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 8245.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Montara, CA
  • Montara State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Pillar Point Harbor
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Miramar Beach
    ‪8 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
Ocean 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

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 - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Pillar Point Harbor - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Miramar Beach - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Mavericks Beach - 15 min drive - 7.9 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. 99 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

9.6/10

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

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

10/10 Excellent

caroline d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Great house! Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sisters Trip
Excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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

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

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

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

Josh O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property - Great Comminication
Stayed here with my family for our annual baseball trip. The property is beautiful and as described. It’s a perfect place for family and the beach along with the view was perfect. It was exactly what we needed. Richard was great throughout the process as well. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

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

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

Languages:

English
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