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Private Garden Cottage
Relax in our cozy cottage nestled in a serene garden setting, the perfect get-away after a day of business meetings or sightseeing. We are close to major Silicon Valley destinations; 30 minutes from San Francisco, San Jose and the beach in Half Moon Bay —with easy access to Highways 101 and 280, as well as public transportation (SamTrans, Caltrain and BART via Caltrain). Our quiet street is an easy 5-minute walk (0.2 mi) from downtown San Carlos with shops and literally dozens of restaurants.

Andulore Cottage - Walk to Burlingame Dining/Shops
Welcome to Andulore Cottage! Remodeled home in great location in quiet neighborhood. Walk to Burlingame Avenue shops, restaurants and Caltrain Station! This 1944 WWII era cottage has been lovingly restored, updated and renovated while preserving historic detail and charm throughout. Interior decor of this home is styled mid-century transitional. There are three bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, and spacious backyard with beautiful patio with brick BBQ and fireplace.

Cozy private in-law suite, close to SFO, fast WiFi
Newly renovated, spacious in-law unit in the Belmont hills with a private entrance and Bay views. This adorable space is cozy and great for a weekend respite or remote work. SFO airport is just 15 mins away. Close by Stanford and San Carlos. Short drive to hiking trails and 30 mins away from the Pacific ocean. Easy access to San Francisco and San Jose, via freeway 101, 280, and 92. 🌞 Solar-powered through the day with battery 🔋 back-up at night. No outages and eco-friendly. 🌲

12-Min From SFO, Tastefully Designed, Work Station
Welcome to the Laurel Pad, a home away from home. You'll enjoy the convenience this house offers - fully stocked kitchen, minutes away from amazing restaurants, supermarkets, parks, 13-min to SFO, 25-min to downtown San Francisco, and easy access to major companies around Silicon Valley. This bright and sunny house is tastefully designed and updated to offer functionality and aesthetics. You'll have access to fast wifi and dedicated driveway parking for up to two cars.

Modern guest house in great location
Private 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom with your own entrance. Highlights: • self-checkin with code on digital lock • free parking + additional free street parking • professional cleaning and sanitizing • king size bed with premium mattress and linens • located at end of cul-de-sac in a safe and quiet neighborhood • standing desk with monitor and docking station • high speed WiFi • 55” smart TV • Rainfall shower, bidet toilet with heated seat, heated towel rack, makeup mirror

Relaxing Backyard Retreat -Spacious + Bright Home
Escape, relax, and recharge at our beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat in San Mateo, perfectly designed for families, friends, and remote workers seeking comfort and convenience. Featuring a modern open-concept layout, this spacious home is ideal for gathering, entertaining, or unwinding in style. Step outside to your private backyard oasis with lush greenery, a cozy patio, and glowing string lights,the perfect spot to enjoy peaceful Bay Area evenings.

Private Studio w A/C, washer/dryer
This cozy private studio is good for a couple vacation. It is also suitable for business trip with high speed WIFI. It is well equipped with A/C, washer/dryer, and all other amenities you need to enjoy your stay! 15 minutes walk to San Mateo Downtown. 11 minutes walk to Cal Train Station, which takes you to San Francisco in 30 min, and San Jose 45 min. By a car: Hwy 101: 3 min San Francisco Airport: 9 min Apple Palo Alto: 12 miles Stanford: 17 miles

Luxury King Bed & Spa Bathroom
Our spacious guest suite has its own private entrance, comfortable pillow-top king size bed, work-friendly laptop desk, hi-speed wifi, spa bathroom with heated floor, mini fridge, and microwave. The guest suite is part of the main home, but there are no shared spaces and the areas are separated by a locked solid wood door & noise-dampening cushions. Our guest suite is ideal for couples visiting family in the neighborhood.

New modern 1 bedroom unit
New modern 1 bedroom/studio unit in beautiful residential neighborhood near the water. Separate entrance that is fully furnished with top of the line appliances and high ceilings. Full size bed. Close access to highway 101, 92 and 280. Plenty of shopping nearby, Bridgepointe Shopping Center and Hillsdale Mall. Need to relax, stroll down to Gull Park to enjoy the water. Kayak and Stand-up Paddle Board available to borrow

New, modern quiet private studio
New modern private studio attached to the main house with a private staircase entrance. Easy free parking in front of the entrance. Located in heart of the Bay Area: 15 minutes to SFO airport, 19 minutes to Half Moon Bay, 17 minutes to Stanford. Enjoy nice views with morning coffee. Ideal for 1-2 guests. Working desk, wifi, tv, comfortable linens, small fridge, microwave and Phillips coffee machine.

Charming Private Quiet Backyard Studio
This charming, sunny, secluded backyard studio is located in the heart of San Mateo, near public transportation, freeways, restaurants, shopping, and 15 minutes to SFO. Private entrance, quiet backyard setting, plenty of street parking. Less than a 5-min walk to Safeway, CVS, Starbucks and restaurants. * To my regular guests, the rate increase is due to SM County increasing the tax rate. *

Little Cottage on the Hill
Enjoy a peaceful stay at this charming, secluded detached garden cottage great for a stay-cation or as a work-from-home alternative. Since the coronavirus pandemic, we have been taking extra care to disinfect frequently touched surfaces between reservations. The cottage features a queen-sized bed, a fireplace, private bathroom and kitchenette. Perfect for both leisure and Business travelers.
Popular amenities for San Mateo family-friendly rentals
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Amazing Welcoming Unique Ocean Home

Traditional Japanese Tea House

Apartment w hot tub / forest & ocean view

Near SFO! Clean&Spacious Hot Tub w/ Stunning Views

Coastal Redwood Getaway on a Creek

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SFO Panoramic Views 4BR/3BA near SF-Silicon Valley

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Brighton Beach Cottage, One Bedroom plus Loft

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Step back in time on this beautiful classic yacht

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Garden Oasis Suite with Spa and Pool, Walnut Creek

Apartment above Levi Stadium.

Cabana in Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve

Cozy BUS on Farm Animal Rescue with CITY VIEW

Tropical Garden Cottage +HOT TUB &POOL by Downtown

3 BR Home on Vineyard nr Palo Alto & Stanford
When is the best time to visit San Mateo?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | £166 | £184 | £178 | £173 | £193 | £201 | £203 | £200 | £183 | £183 | £178 | £184 |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 19°C | 17°C | 14°C | 11°C |
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180 of San Mateo holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.8 Average rating
San Mateo stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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