Bright and airy beach vacation spot- perfect for families and ocean views

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a central island with seating, pendant lighting, and a view through the window.
A spacious room with a large wooden dining table, white upholstered sofas, and a telescope against a white paneled wall.
A spacious living area with a white sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with white cabinets and a marble countertop.
A modern living room with a light-colored sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table with a vase of flowers, and a ship model on the wall.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Moss Beach, CA
  • Place, JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Pillar Point Harbor
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

#1 Floor 2

1 King Bed

#2 Floor 2

1 King Bed

#3 Floor 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

#4 Floor 1

1 King Bed

#5 Floor 1

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

#1 En-Suite Floor 2

Toilet · Shower only

#2 Floor 2

Toilet

#3 Floor 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

#4 En-Suite Floor 1

Toilet · Shower only

#5 En-Suite Floor 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Moss Beach

Located in Moss Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Colma Historical Association and SFO Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and University of Surfing. See's Candies and K1 Speed San Francisco are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Moss Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pillar Point Harbor - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Miramar Beach - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Half Moon Bay State Beach - 15 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 38 min drive - 41.9 km

Getting around

  • 22nd Street Station - 27 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell Cantina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sam's Chowder House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Soul Grind - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright and airy beach vacation spot- perfect for families and ocean views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bright and airy beach vacation spot- perfect for families and ocean views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bright and airy beach vacation spot- perfect for families and ocean views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright and airy beach vacation spot- perfect for families and ocean views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright and airy beach vacation spot- perfect for families and ocean views located?

Located in the heart of Moss Beach, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and within 3 miles (5 km) of Montara State Beach and Pillar Point Harbor. Santa Cruz Mountains and Capistrano Road Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in great location. Enjoyed all the different spots in the house to read a book or enjoy conversation. The large dining room with ocean views was a sweet bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The house was very clean, spacious, and well appointed with everything our family needed for a relaxing vacation. We enjoyed the ocean views, hot tub, large dining area, ping pong table, and arcade games. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and enjoy the property. The host was very responsive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. We would definitely recommend this property and would happily stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad your family enjoyed the spacious home, ocean views, hot tub, and fun amenities. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an excellent house for families. The beach is a short walk and a playground across the street plus a small grocery store just a five minute walk. The three living areas were a plus especially the second story view of the ocean. The only negative were the towels. They did not seem to dry our bodies very well. I dryed the in the dryer but they still seemed to have little absorbency. Overall, we definitely would stay here again. It was very comfortable for an extended family of 12. The procedures to check in and check out were very easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! I’m so glad the home was a great fit for your family and that you enjoyed the convenient location, ocean views, and spacious living areas. I also appreciate your feedback; we'll definitely keep that in mind. It was a pleasure hosting your family, and I’d love to welcome you back again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice place to stay, well appointed kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2026
Thank you for your positive comments. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the kitchen well-appointed. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with lots of fun things for the kids. Our kids were young…3, 4 and 7….but thoroughly enjoyed the games, puzzles, etc. Older kids would love it! Plenty of beach toys for making sand castles and boogie board and chairs. Lots of space to share or be alone; well appointed kitchen and bathrooms. Hot tub , sauna and outdoor fire were well enjoyed. Little grocery store, playground, pizza, and Mexican food within a block or two walk. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review! We’re so glad your family had a great time and that the kids enjoyed all the games, puzzles, and beach toys. It sounds like you made good use of the hot tub, sauna, and fire pit too! We really appreciate the recommendation and would be happy to host you all again anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean, updated house in a great location to explore the coast. Loved that two of the bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms. Plenty of room for six people.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed the beautiful, clean, and well-located home, and that it was a comfortable fit for your group. Thank you for your kind words. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The large house is clean and beautiful.The private enclosed lovely private backyard has hot tub for relaxing. The kitchen is well supplied. The beds are all comfortable. The beach and trails overlooking the ocean are a short walk from the house. Good local restaurants are nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed the clean, spacious home, relaxing backyard, and great location near the beach and trails. It’s wonderful to hear you found everything comfortable and well-equipped. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property with plenty of space for a larger group. Having the en suite bathrooms was a real perk for our group and made for family harmony so that my adult children didn’t need to share. We especially enjoyed the proximity to cypress trees and the tidal pools. We saw sea urchins, anemones, a starfish, crab, and harbor seals. So much fun!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your stay and found the space and amenities well-suited for your group. We’d love to welcome you and your family back to The Wave Houses in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Driveway is steep so some cars scrape. Agree with other 5 star reviews
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2026
We’re glad you had a great stay and found the home consistent. We appreciate you sharing your feedback, as it helps us continue fine-tuning the details for future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Plenty room for all of us. Nice views, quiet neighborhood and walkable to the ocean and trails. A quick drive to Half Moon Bay with lots to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2025
Thanks so much for staying with us! We're really glad you enjoyed the house and had plenty of space for everyone. It's such a great location with the ocean and trails. We'd love to have you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

What a beautiful and relaxing place to stay! Everything was just as it was pictured and was perfect for our weekend getaway! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Moss Beach getaway

House more than met our needs for a winter beach getaway. Walking distance to the water and to a great park and playground. Three nights of Pacific sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in a great location

We had a wonderful stay with family, enjoying the area’s beaches, tidepools, etc. The house was very well organized and relaxing. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this beautiful home. The ping pong table was a big hit with my teenagers, and there was plenty of space in the rest of the home for all of us to spread out. 5 minute walk to a convenience store for any items that you may have forgotten at home. 15 min walk to a beautiful beach trail. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Yan! We’re so glad to hear your family enjoyed the home. It sounds like you made the most of the nearby spots too! 😀 We’d be happy to have you all back anytime for another stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great long weekend away!

The property was perfect for our family getaway! Everything was clean and as promised. The host was quickly responsive. The house was perfect and so was the location! We would love to stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway!

We had a great time in this house for a long weekend with family and friends. The kids found plenty to play with, and we were able to enjoy local restaurants as well as cook a nice family meal in the kitchen. The hosts were very responsive to questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Lots of bedrooms and bathrooms. Wonderful kitchen. Game room downstairs. On a hillside. Children’s park less than a block away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and view were fabulous! Beds were comfy, and the kitchen was well equipped. The fenced backyard for pets was good to have. The game room was a nice addition. We had several cars and were able to accommodate them at the top of the (steep) driveway and with street parking. Things to be aware of: sound traveled easily in the (full) house; WiFi was a little spotty and didn't reach the entire house; towels seemed weirdly nonabsorbent. If there were a 4.5 rating, we would do that...
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We are delighted to know you enjoyed the fabulous views, comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and our pet-friendly backyard. Thank you again for your review, and we hope to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So much space

We always go away with our closest family friends for Thanksgiving and this was one of the better houses. So much space, lots of bathrooms and fun activities. We asking distance to a small park and beach is really close. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot!

We enjoyed our stay over Memorial Day weekend. The house was exactly as advertised. We enjoyed the game room, hot tub and BBQ’d too. Only minutes away from beaches and hikes. We would recommend - especially with a larger group. Beds were comfy and plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home for a large family

Everything a large family needs. Kitchen was well eqipped, smart layout of bedrooms and bathrooms, plenty of things to keep the kids entertained, beautiful views and living spaces to spend time with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect House in Moss Beach

Perfect place for our family of 10. The house was nice and clean. The ping pong table, arcade games and the wall connect 4 got a lot of use from the kids and adults. The hot tub was also great to sit in and relax. We really liked that all the rooms had bathrooms with showers. The kitchen was fully equipped which was also a plus. This place was great and I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great house

had our kids and grandkids staying there and great entertainment for young kids as well as the "old kids". great with hot tub, video games and ping pong. rooms were perfect and clean! we needed a can opener and somebody went and bought one and brought it over with a couple hours. great experience and would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Spacious house with gorgeous views of the ocean from kitchen, living room and cozy sunroom. Loved the big kitchen that was well-stocked. The house felt luxurious and a short hop to Moss Beach bluffs and beaches. Good for hanging out, played hours of ping pong at night. Relaxing oceanside getaway 45 mins from East Bay for a perfect refresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful vacation rental

My family stayed here for a long weekend. It was a lovely property with lots of space for everyone. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals. We loved that each room had its own bathroom and there was a fun game room downstairs. We watched the sunset over the ocean from the sunroom and it was beautiful. It’s in a great location, close to everything. The checkin and checkout process and communication with the host was easy. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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