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Montara Penthouse — Elevated Comfort Above Downtown Half Moon Bay

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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom56 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Half Moon Bay, CA
  • Place, Half Moon Bay State Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Half Moon Bay Golf Links
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Half Moon Bay

With a stay at this vacation home in Half Moon Bay, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of BHRS Coastside Clinic San Mateo County and Coastside Clinic. .This vacation home is 15.5 mi (24.9 km) from San Francisco Bay and 12.9 mi (20.7 km) from San Mateo County Event Center.

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Bay State Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Dunes Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Miramar Beach - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Half Moon Bay Golf Links - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Pillar Point Harbor - 10 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Hayward Park Station - 18 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tres Amigos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪San Benito House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Flying Fish & Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Montara Penthouse — Elevated Comfort Above Downtown Half Moon Bay

Located above the heart of historic downtown Half Moon Bay, the Montara Penthouse offers a warm and inviting coastal retreat. This airy, high-ceiling suite features a plush king-size bed, a spa-style bathroom with a relaxing jacuzzi tub/shower combo, and a bright living room complete with a cozy fireplace, flat-screen TV, and comfortable sofa bed—perfect for couples or small groups seeking comfort and charm by the sea. A compact kitchenette with an under-counter refrigerator, single-element black induction cooktop, blender, kettle, toaster, coffee maker, microwave, and basic kitchen essentials. Step outside to your private back deck—an ideal setting to enjoy morning coffee or a glass of wine while taking in the ocean air and elevated views over the rooftops of downtown Half Moon Bay.

Just outside your door, stroll to award-winning restaurants, artisan bakeries, boutique shops, wine and cheese tasting rooms, and coffee houses. The California Coastal Trail and nearby state beaches—Francis, Venice, and Poplar—are minutes away, ideal for walking, biking, or enjoying the local beaches.

Nature lovers will appreciate the nearby Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve, offering miles of scenic trails through redwoods and meadows with sweeping ocean views.

Only 30 minutes from San Francisco, the Montara Penthouse also provides a convenient base for travelers. With easy access to major Silicon Valley campuses—Google, Meta, Apple—and top universities like Stanford and UC Berkeley, plus fast Wi-Fi for remote work, this coastal escape combines comfort, style, and connectivity.

Need fresh clothes during your stay? We offer a convenient wash-and-fold laundry service for an additional fee. Guest access to the washer and dryer is not included but may be arranged for extended stays or special circumstances.

CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CLEANING: This property follows a certified enhanced cleaning and sanitation process designed to minimize the spread of harmful pathogens. Our professional cleaning team is trained in current disinfection protocols, PPE usage, and regulatory standards. The property has received a Cleaning Certificate and I.D., verifying compliance with critical cleaning guidelines from the WHO, CDC, OSHA, and FDA.

Note: An additional pet fee applies for all reservations that include a pet or multiple pets.

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Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a refrigerator and a microwave.
This smoke-free vacation home features ecotours nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

127222

Reviews

Montara Penthouse — Elevated Comfort Above Downtown Half Moon Bay Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vikki C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Montera Penthouse is bright and spacious, well-appointed and very comfortable. It has everything you need! Everything is within walking distance or a short drive. It's also nice that it faces the back so you don't get the traffic and noise of Main Street. Plus, you can catch a good sunset from the back deck if you can't get down to the beach in time. We really enjoyed it here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great stay. Location is perfect. Clean and comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025