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Upscale cottage: First block from the beach

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Smart TV, ping pong, books, printers

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Half Moon Bay, CA
  • Francis Beach
    8 min walk
  • Tres Amigos Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Hayward Park Station
    27 min drive
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    40 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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.



During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Elmar Beach. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a patio in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Elmar Beach and Francis Beach
Upscale cottage: First block from the beach offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Joelle Dussuyer, David Jerome

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Elliptical machine
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 7

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Dogs are allowed. Renter responsible for any issue

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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Upscale cottage: First block from the beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Jen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach cottage
Great location, half block from beach. Clean and no problems. Hosts are really nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue H., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness
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