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Oceanfront Boho Retreat - Pacific Sunset Views 🌅🌊🐳
Remodeled oceanfront home with sweeping Pacific views and whale watching! Ultra clean and comfortable. The perfect cozy boho getaway for couples, families and travelers. 3 bed, 1 bath. • Self check-in🔑 • Directly in front of the ocean with beach access steps away 🌊 • Wonderful restaurants just two blocks away 🥗 • Professionally sanitized✨ • Renovated with smart tech • Fire pit with Adirondack loungers in the front, fire pit with chairs on the back deck • Foosball/Pool/Pac-Man🕹️ • Free Parking

Coastal Airstream (Sunrise) - new listing
On 9 private acres overlooking the stunning Beach and Ocean from a breathtaking cliff top view. Stunning sunsets. Famous surf views with large windows. Fully loaded with all the amenities to make your glamping experience perfect. Fire pit, outside BBQ, outside griddle, Heat, A/C and fully stocked kitchen. Full bathroom with shower. Within 10 mins of Half Moon Bay shopping. Beach access short walk or drive. If this one is booked, there are three other equally similar Airstreams on the property.

Beach House ~180° Views, Hot Tub, Curated Interior
A blissful coastal retreat with unparalled ocean views, the Ocean Parkway House is nestled on a secluded bluff over looking the Pacific. This unique 1960's Bolinas beach house is a spot to truly relax and unwind. Fully updated with a curated mix of vintage and modern furnishings - our cottage has a mid-century design sensibility with luxuries like Coyuchi towels, a chef's kitchen, Scandinavian fireplace, outdoor rain shower, cedar hot tub, and new heated stone loveseat on the upstairs deck.

Own Floor of Grand Marina Waterfront Home
Private, modern, 1-bedroom in-law suite on the ground level of our grand 3-story home. Spectacular location across from the SF Bay. Features own entrance, front & back gardens, home theater, fireplace & tons of amenities. Paradise for walkers, runners, bikers! Walking distance to most major attractions, restaurants, groceries and shops. Good only for a couple or an individual. Please see all pictures for layout and learn more in Description and House Rules. We look forward to welcoming you!

Ocean Front Beach Cottage with Hot Tub & Fireplace
Small cottage right on the beach. Very close to San Francisco - 20 min from the Golden Gate Bridge. Romantic getaway. Perfect for couples or as a quiet retreat for an individual. Wood-burning fireplaces in the living room and bedroom. Large deck and personal hot tub overlooking the ocean. Feel free to ask me any specific questions you may have and I'll make sure to get back to you promptly. Please consider signing up for travel insurance in case you have a change of plans or get sick.

Floating condo 'D' on Sausalito's Richardson Bay
Romantic floating condo with breathtaking water views. Relax & enjoy a tranquil escape in style and comfort. Catch the sunrise from your super comfie bed or lounge on the deck with occasional pelicans (or even a seaplane) coming and going. Unique and perfect for a getaway, workacation, or retreat. Golden Gate Bridge is 6 min away. Airport bus stops a block away. Walk/bike path to Sausalito & Mill Valley. Ferry/bus to SF. Free parking Read reviews of this or our 3 other floating condos!

Stylish Houseboat, Stellar Views in Best Location
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable waterfront escape. Bottom level of an updated houseboat with direct access to the floating dock, a full kitchen, and in-unit laundry. Enjoy outdoor gas firepit seating, perfect for sunrises and sunsets. You may even see a seaplane landing during your stay! Walk to the bike path and Club Evexia Fitness Center. Great base for SF, Marin, and Napa. Floating home on the water. Ask about long-term stays. Not suitable for children under 12 or pets.

Cozy Redwood Retreat
Discover our newly renovated 600 sq. ft. single-family retreat nestled beneath Mill Valley's iconic redwoods. Perfect for couples or individuals seeking a tranquil escape. Enjoy limited free access to Almonte Spa's hot tub and sauna services right next door. The home is a stone's throw away from the freeway for easy access to San Francisco. Be among the first to experience this beautifully updated, cozy hideaway in a serene wooded setting. Your ideal Mill Valley getaway awaits!

Oceanfront Oasis, Sunsets & Crashing Waves
The Bluffs Oceanfront Oasis awaits you. Our beautifully appointed home sits right on the cliff boasting crashing waves and endless sunsets. Start your day in the zen room for a bit of yoga and meditation or take a leisurely walk on the beach trail right out the back gate. After dining out or in, end your evening with something special while seated at the firepit over looking the Pacific. Come for a romantic getaway, a weekend of golf or a family fun filled vacation.

Oceanfront Home in Pacifica, CA
Experience the ultimate coastal living with the Pacific Ocean as your backyard on Pedro Point—recently featured on the television series Staycation NorCal: A Golden Baycation. Boasting breathtaking, unobstructed ocean views, this stunning 3 BR 2-bath home offers a serene retreat. Walk to the surf and beach just steps from home. Enjoy sunsets from the deck, cozy nights by the gas fire pit, and catch the Golden Gate Bridge on a clear horizon.

Sea Wolf Bungalow
If you're looking for the most spectacular views on the San Mateo Coast, come to Sea Wolf Bungalow. Located just 20 minutes southwest of San Francisco and 7 miles north of Half Moon Bay, this historic cabin sits on its on own point with sweeping views of the Pacific. Enjoy whale watching, the beach, surfing, fishing, golf, hiking and the fabulous dining of the coastal area.

Stunning California Coast Airstream (New Listing)
One of a kind Airstream overlooking a stunning beach, Pacific Ocean and California Coastline, perched high on a cliff to create an unforgettable magical experience of a lifetime. If you can’t find availability for the date you are interested, check out our second newer unit here https://www.airbnb.com/h/luxurycaliforniacoastairstream
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Lux Water View with Balcony Minutes -San Francisco

Stunning views, top location, clean, safe
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10 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
70 properties have a dedicated workspace

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90 of San Francisco holiday rentals include wifi access

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