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Lovely Remodeled Beach House Next to Ocean, Hiking & Biking. Very Clean!

Holiday home in Half Moon Bay with kitchen and patio

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Our BEAUTIFUL BEACH as seen from Poplar St bluff in Half Moon Bay near our home
Front of house - front patio and new plants. Front Yard view towards ocean
FRONT of our CUTE beach house
COMBINATION front door makes access effortless -- NO key hassles!
Living Room (Front Room) complete with stereo, TV, Playstation, games, puzzles

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8106.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Half Moon Bay State Beach
  • Place, Half Moon Bay Golf Links
  • Place, Miramar Beach
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Den

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely Remodeled Beach House Next to Ocean, Hiking & Biking. Very Clean!

CUTE COASTAL HOME on the ocean side of Highway 1 only 40 yards to the entrance of Poplar St. Beach and Open Space. Our home is fully remodeled 3BR+/1 BA. A WALK ON THE BEACH is less than a 5 minute stroll.

COVID-19 Update June 2021 - We continue to disinfect the home between guests. With the reduction of Covid in this area and the availability of vaccinations, we are no longer blocking a night between guests.

Upon arrival, you will discover that just minutes outside your door that you can walk to the BEACH, run/hike OPEN SPACE TRAILS along ocean BLUFFS, and BICYCLE along the Half Moon Bay Coastal Trail. Less than 15 minutes away are an assortment of beaches perfect for walking, wading, surfing, sunning awaiting your discovery.

Less than 5 minutes by car is downtown Half Moon Bay with its assortment of fantastic, quirky RESTAURANTS; shops; two major grocery stores including an organic option; golf; RITZ-CARLTON HOTEL; spas; hiking trails.

Indoor amenities of our FULLY REMODELED home include a cozy sealed gas fireplace in the living room, whole house furnace for comfy temperatures, updated and fully equipped new kitchen with sea green granite counters, bathroom with a deep tub and beautiful beach themed decorations and lighting.

THREE BEDROOMS include a queen sized bed in the Master Bedroom, full sized bed in Bedroom #2, and a bunkbed with two twin sized mattresses in Bedroom #3. (There is also room for a child's cot.) The living room has a couch that converts to a sofa bed and pocket door that can be closed to create a 4th bedroom area.

Outdoor amenities include an OUTDOOR SHOWER with warm water (perfect for rinsing after beaching or surfing), brand new BBQ GRILL in a fenced backyard, BACKYARD FIREPIT with comfy adirondack chairs, and a pretty natural stone slate patio in the front yard.

KID FRIENDLY home with Graco NEW Pack-N-Play CHILD'S PLAY YARD. Also, kids locks, books, crayons available.

This home and location has a special feel being close to the ocean that is hard to capture in writing. We and our friends love the DESIGN and UNCLUTTERED COMFORT of our beach home and we are confident that you will too. Relax and enjoy! (Check out the GREAT reviews)

Keywords: House, beach house, cottage, beach, half moon bay, san francisco, pumpkin, moon, hiking, biking, coast, open space, coastal trail, downtown, Mavericks, pillar point harbor, Ritz Carlton

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Contact me if you have special circumstances.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
On property

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Half Moon Bay

Located in Half Moon Bay, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. San Francisco Bay and Burleigh H. Murray Ranch reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. Casanova Park and Ice Center at San Mateo are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Half Moon Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Bay State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Half Moon Bay Golf Links - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Dunes Beach - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Miramar Beach - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Pillar Point Harbor - 12 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Hayward Park Station - 27 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tres Amigos - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪San Benito House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Flying Fish & Grill - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Remodeled Beach House Next to Ocean, Hiking & Biking. Very Clean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Remodeled Beach House Next to Ocean, Hiking & Biking. Very Clean!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Remodeled Beach House Next to Ocean, Hiking & Biking. Very Clean!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Remodeled Beach House Next to Ocean, Hiking & Biking. Very Clean! located?

Located in the heart of Half Moon Bay, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Elmar Beach, Poplar Beach and Half Moon Bay State Beach. Francis Beach and Redondo Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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. 420 out of 432 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 432 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 432 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 432 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 432 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value. Short walk to beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan G., Amsterdam, Netherlands

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

Another great stay

Had another wonderful time at the coast this time. House has anything we could want and an easy walk to the beach. Perfect place to stay when visiting family.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Perfect HMB getaway

Absolutely the best place to stay. Easy walk or bike ride to the beach. Super quick to get to town!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael J.

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

Another great stay

This was our secondary stay. It was great as expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah T.

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

Clean and Comfy

We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Coast

A small but comfortable house. it was great to be so close to the ocean. The owners supplied most everything needed in a clean and pleasant property. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 31 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B., Hailey, Idaho, USA

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

Amazing location

This home was perfect for our group of 5, and such an amazing location near the beach. The owners made it very easy all around - we had everything we needed. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Great House - Fully stocked, convenient to beach, comfortable

This was a great house - perfect for our family. Well stocked to cook our Thanksgiving turkey, convenient to walk to the beach. Communication with owner was clear and timely. No surprises. Loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Burt W.

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

Week-long rental

Outstanding location, very communicative property owner, great attention to detail in house, clear welcome instructions, well-stocked kitchen accessories. All-in-all, highly recommended for experiencing wonderful Half Moon Bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Everything we needed

Clean, well stocked, comfortable. Good communication. The house was so convenient to town and a short walk to the beautiful beach. It had a really nice vibe and a sense that the hosts really want their guests to feel welcome and taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey A H.

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

Beach Weekend Get Away

Fabulous beach getaway. Home is so well equipped, absolutely everything you need. All you need bring are your clothes. Short walk to beautiful beach and coastal trail. Great Neighbors. Great Host. We can't wait to go back !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vincent D., Erie CO

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

Fabulous Getaway

Very clean comfortable house close to the beach with many amenities. Everything we needed for the beach, cooking at home or just enjoying the neighborhood. I've been to Half Moon Bay many times over the past 25 years which has included hotels, B&B, etc. This was probably the most enjoyable stay. Communication with the owner was easy and timely. The quiet neighborhood was a pleasure. Great location. We will be back for another beach getaway soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne S.

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

Home Away from Home

This property is roomy, clean and has every amenity you could ever need. It is located in a quiet neighborhood, near the beach and town. Very comfortable beds. Perfect for a family, young or old. Upon arrival, we had an issue with the cleaning, but the owner was very kind and professional, explained the miscommunication, had the issue resolved in 15 minutes and gave us a generous refund. He also kept checking with us to ensure everything was okay. Can’t wait to return! Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Prefect Homebase for our Family

We had a wonderful trip to the Bay Area with our kids (7 and 9 yo), and this property made the perfect homebase for us between adventures. It was an easy drive from the SFO Airport, as well as all the major sites of San Fran we wanted to see. It was nice to leave the city at the end of the day and head to this quiet neighborhood for downtime in the house, the backyard, or the beach. The house felt like home to us immediately, and it had everything we needed. If we are ever back in the area, we'd definitely stay here again. The beach was easy to walk to, and it's huge! Our kids appreciated having some sand toys to borrow from the house, and we enjoyed watching all the dogs play and run along the coast.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten M., Carmichael

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

Awesome

The house itself is cute and well kept. It feels very clean. Also having everything labeled in a vacation home is a game changer. I loved not having to determine what switch did what. Also having a detailed book with explanations on how everything in the house worked with pictures was genius! The location is unbeatable. So close to the ocean, but an easy trek to Main Street. We brought vintage bikes and loved how close we were to the Coastal Trail. We just rode right there. It's also not far if you choose to walk into town. (Honestly we drove since I knew I would buy things!). Overall our stay was great and we look forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love Half Moon Bay, and John and Cathy's place is perfect for us. It's clean, comfortable, safe and close to the beach. With all the amenities you could want, it's a wonderful rental place.
Stayed 34 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location can’t be beat. It was relaxing, off the beaten path, and down town was great. We really enjoyed our stay. It was nice and cool even in the summer and a welcome break from the everyday. The house was neat and clean and everything was well arranged and easy to find. John was a great host and checked in on us to make sure we were enjoying ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property - short 10 min walk to the beach. It was perfect for my family of four to enjoy for our four night stay! Outdoor shower at the property, with warm water, was so ideal once walking back from the beach! John (property owner) had excellent communication - which was much appreciated!We’d definitely stay again in the future! Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alida S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was excellent! The owners are fabulous. The place is a 5 minute walk to the beach. My daughter left her stuffy at the home and we live in Colorado. John was so helpful with trying to reunite her with her stuffy. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly F.

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

The Perfect Beach House Getaway!

As it’s always the case, our stay at 270 Poplar St. was thoroughly enjoyable — this is our third year! It is always fun to enter, unpack, and set up for the meals and family games! Once we were settled in, the comfort and quiet of the neighborhood made us feel entirely at home. The close proximity to the beach makes “beach day” an easy hike for everyone, including the littles. One of the nicest “little” features of the house is the outdoor shower to rinse all the sand off the kids after beach time…very nice. The house is very well appointed in all the rooms, living room, kitchen, and bedrooms. The biggest surprise was the new stainless-steel cookware and knives! Prepping and cooking was a blast and easy to clean up. The hosts are so pleasant in their contacts with us, making sure the entire process from check-in to check-out went smooth. We thank them again for sharing their home with us and hope to be back here soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie K.

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

Excellence

This is a top notch stay! We were impressed with the cleanliness, organization and quality! They provided EVERYTHING possibly needed!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

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

Great property

2nd time renting this property for my out of town family. Perfect for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

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

Great Family Pre-Christmas Get Together

Thanks very much for providing a great space to spend w our son a grandkids. they loved it!Everything you need and close to San Francisco for a day trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great Stay!

Amazing location and great house!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Half Moon Bay stay

I left my review in the notebook at the house. Really enjoyed our stay. The house met our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Catherine Casserly & John Ortiz

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We are a family of beach lovers (especially my wife) who enjoy having a beach retreat that is easily accessible to San Francisco, San Jose, and the SF Bay area.

Why they chose this property

We love this location because it is easy to get to, and it is next to the beach, bike trails, hiking trails and so many ocean activities. We also find the people in Half Moon Bay to be very friendly.

What makes this property unique

Here are 9 of our favorite Activiteis:

(1) Easy beach outings!
(2) Evening hot dog and marshmallow roasts on the beach
(3) Taking a run along the bluffs and returning along the beach collecting shells.
(4) Biking along the Coastal Trail up to Princeton by the Sea for a seafood meal at Sam's Chowder House or Barabara's Fish Trap (2 local Favorites)
(5) Biking or driving a few minutes to town for a Sunday morning chocolate croissant or Farmers Market (seasonal)
(6) Easy access to Coastal Repertory Live Theater
(7) Enjoying a romantic evening sunset on our beach at the end of our street
(8) Savoring a sunset glass of wine at the Ritz-Carlton hotel while listening to the bagpipers playing the sunset tunes
(9) A cozy nighttime fire in the living room listening to music with the sounds of waves crashing and occasional blares of the foghorns drifting through the windows

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