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Home in Half Moon Bay
* BEACHFRONT PARADISE *
This private and magical property has direct beach access! The grounds are gorgeous with lush gardens and an expansive lawn. It's walking distance to restaurants, music venues & galleries. Enjoy ocean views while you relax in the hot tub or snuggle by the fire pit! Surfer's Beach + Princeton Harbor are just to the north. The Coastal Trail passes by and is perfect for biking or walking. Enjoy surfing, golfing, horse back riding, swimming or just relaxing with a cocktail while watching the sunset!
Oct 19 – 26
$527 per night
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 267 reviews
Superhost
Apartment in Pacifica
Luxury Beach View Apartment
Just a short stroll from beautiful LindaMar Beach, this large private spacious studio is perfect for your next beach getaway. It has a breathtaking unobstructed ocean view which can be seen from anywhere in the unit, including the bathroom and shower. Surfboard rental is included with your stay offering a bonus activity for your trip! There is a huge private deck with a wraparound bench, lounge chairs, and a sunbed for your enjoyment while starring at one of the nicest ocean views in California
Oct 28 – Nov 4
$132 per night
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 666 reviews
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Guesthouse in Half Moon Bay
Cabin on the coast near harbor & Surfer’s beach
Guest cottage in village of El Granada w/ocean view from property. 5-minute walk to Surfer’s beach & 2-minute drive to harbor. Go biking or take a stroll on the paved coastal bluff trail. Hiking in the hills behind the cottage in Quarry Park. Full kitchen with attached covered deck. Cable TV & WIFI, Queen size memory foam bed. Sit around the outdoor firepit at night-see the stars & hear the ocean waves. Boat harbor nearby with seafood restaurants, brew pubs & live music. 5-min drive to Main St.
May 1 – 8
$123 per night
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 422 reviews

Popular amenities for Half Moon Bay vacation rentals

Stay near Half Moon Bay's top sights

California Coastal Trail8 locals recommend
Sam's Chowder House98 locals recommend
Miramar Beach Restaurant38 locals recommend
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Half Moon Bay45 locals recommend
The Barn24 locals recommend
Taqueria Tres Amigos12 locals recommend

Half Moon Bay beach vacation rentals

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Home in Moss Beach
Tranquil Oceanfront Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views
Jun 23 – 30
$900 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews
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Apartment in El Granada
Studio near Harbor/Half Moon Bay
Oct 15 – 22
$140 per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 393 reviews
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Home in Half Moon Bay
Poplar Beach Getaway - Special Pricing!
Dec 12 – 19
$233 per night
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 281 reviews
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Apartment in Half Moon Bay
Steps to Beach Ocean Retreat / Private Entrance 4
Jul 26 – Aug 2
$172 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews
Superhost
Home in Half Moon Bay
Studio: Hot Tub + ocean view
Jun 8 – 15
$163 per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews
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Home in Half Moon Bay
Entire house:Steps to beach and ample space
Sep 12 – 19
$495 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews
Superhost
Home in Half Moon Bay
Spectacular Coastal Half Moon Bay Home
Mar 28 – Apr 4
$628 per night
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
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Home in Moss Beach
Relaxing Getaway with Breathtaking Ocean Views
Jan 8 – 15
$560 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews
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Home in Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay Coastal Home Walk Beach & Harbor SPA
Feb 23 – Mar 2
$474 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 312 reviews
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Apartment in Moss Beach
Secluded Ocean View Apartment / Hot Tub
Jun 1 – 8
$180 per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 328 reviews
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Apartment in El Granada
Studio G - Garden Views, Walk to Pillar Pt Harbor!
Mar 18 – 25
$153 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 275 reviews
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Tiny home in Pacifica
NEW!Beach Bungalow 4 Private, Clean,No Common Area
Oct 18 – 25
$209 per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviews

Half Moon Bay house rentals

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Home in Half Moon Bay
Bright Coastal Home -- Walk to Downtown and Beach
Aug 13 – 20
$400 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews
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Home in Half Moon Bay
Spacious remodeled House off Main Street
Jan 25 – Feb 1
$230 per night
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 238 reviews
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Home in Half Moon Bay
5 minutes walk to the Beach & Ocean!
Dec 3 – 10
$466 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews
Superhost
Home in Half Moon Bay
Ocean View House Few Steps from Miramar Beach
Jul 5 – 12
$575 per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Superhost
Home in Pacifica
Cabo San Pedro - penthouse - Stunning Ocean Views
Feb 24 – Mar 3
$185 per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 265 reviews
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Home in Pacifica
Oceanfront Boho Retreat - Pacific Sunset Views 🌅🌊🐳
Sep 26 – Oct 3
$471 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 225 reviews
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Home in Pacifica
Artist's ocean view retreat
Feb 17 – 24
$391 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 440 reviews
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Home in Muir Beach
Ocean Front Beach Cottage with Hot Tub & Fireplace
Nov 27 – Dec 4
$409 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 280 reviews
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Home in Pacifica
Cozy Hot Tub Home in Pacifica easy parking
Sep 12 – 19
$194 per night
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews
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Home in Pescadero
Oceanfront Views - Steps to the Beach
Dec 3 – 10
$563 per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews
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Home in Muir Beach
Ocean views from every room!
Nov 1 – 8
$342 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviews
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Home in Pacifica
Oceanfront Retreat🐬 with Oceanview🪂,15 mins to SF
Dec 12 – 19
$438 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 416 reviews

Beach house rentals in Half Moon Bay

Superhost
Home in Moss Beach
Ocean Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit Near Tidepools &SFO
May 2 – 9
$318 per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews
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Home in Pacifica
Brighton Beach Cottage, One Bedroom plus Loft
Apr 18 – 25
$189 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews
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Home in Pacifica
Oceanview Retreat, Steps to Beach|Pier|Golf Course
Nov 27 – Dec 4
$429 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews
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Home in Pacifica
Ocean Front French Cottage in Pacifica, SFO
Sep 13 – 20
$333 per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews
Superhost
Home in Half Moon Bay
@ Marbella Lane - Seaside Retreat | Laundry + P
Sep 19 – 26
$419 per night
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews
Superhost
Home in Pacifica
@ Marbella Lane - Pedro Point | HotTub + Ldry + P
Oct 11 – 18
$586 per night
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews
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Home in Aptos
Ocean View & Beach Walk at SeaBelow
Jun 8 – 15
$183 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 391 reviews
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Home in Watsonville
Sunset Cottage
Jan 16 – 23
$225 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 614 reviews
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Home in Watsonville
Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views
Jan 24 – 31
$508 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
Superhost
Home in Pacifica
Chic 4BR Home Near Beach|Backyard|Hot Tub|Fire Pit
Jul 14 – 21
$385 per night
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 194 reviews
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Home in San Rafael
WATERFRONT BAY HOUSE 15 MIN 2 GG BRIDGE 45 2 NAPA
Oct 29 – Nov 5
$508 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 301 reviews
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Home in Stinson Beach
Updated & Peaceful Beach Retreat
Dec 11 – 18
$768 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Half Moon Bay

Total rentals

160 properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

80 properties have a dedicated workspace

Pet-friendly rentals

40 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

90 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

13K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

$50 before taxes and fees

Your guide to Half Moon Bay

All About Half Moon Bay

Located just over half an hour south of San Francisco, Half Moon Bay takes its name from its distinctive crescent shape, surrounded by the rugged Santa Cruz Mountains of northern California. The surrounding areas are a haven for outdoor activities with soaring redwood forests, pristine sandy beaches, and hiking and biking trails perched high up on mountain ridges and ocean bluffs.

Established in 1840, the town of Half Moon Bay is one of the oldest towns in Northern California. Today, Main Street is home to 19th-century stores selling handcrafted furniture and a historic bakery that still bakes in its original brick ovens. Pillar Point Harbor draws fishing enthusiasts in search of Dungeness crab and longfin tuna, while fresh seafood is still sold straight from the boats and seals bob around in the water. Half Moon Bay State Beach’s four-mile stretch of shoreline features a nature trail with seaside daisies dotted in between the dunes.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Half Moon Bay

The weather tends to be the driest during the spring and early fall, making this an ideal time for kayaking around Pillar Point Harbor and hiking among the redwoods at Butano State Park. In the summer, fog can roll in unexpectedly and, during the winter, there is always the possibility of storms and rough seas. Weather in the Bay Area is famously changeable, so you may spend the morning basking in the warm sunshine on the beach and be wrapped up in a cozy sweater an hour later. Packing for all eventualities is advisable.

On the second Saturday of the month, there is a community market featuring artisanal products from local vendors where you can pick up anything from dog treats to succulents. In October, the fun-filled Pumpkin Festival draws people from all over the Bay Area to the town’s pumpkin patches, and in late November and December, Half Moon Bay gets all dressed up for the holidays with lights adorning the storefronts and trees.


Top things to do in Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay Coastal Trail

This picturesque trailway is part of the California Coastal Trail, running for three and a half miles alongside the glittering Pacific Ocean on the old Ocean Shore Railroad. The route attracts hikers and bikers alike with its commanding views and thriving birdlife. If you’re lucky, you could encounter red-tailed hawks, red-winged blackbirds, and blue herons along the way.

Watching surfers at Mavericks

Just around the bay from Pillar Point Harbor, Mavericks Beach has an international reputation for epic waves and pro competitions. The challenging conditions make this a firm favorite with adrenaline seekers. Less advanced surfers are better off admiring the skills on show or heading around the bay to Surfer’s Beach for a more tranquil experience.

Filoli Historic House and Garden

Located 20 minutes east of Half Moon Bay, this sprawling country estate’s 56 richly decorated rooms provide a glimpse into the life of wealthy Californians during the Roaring Twenties. The estate is set amongst 654 acres that have been converted into stunning botanical gardens featuring Georgian-style terraces with expansive views over the surrounding Santa Cruz Mountains.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Half Moon Bay?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 80 vacation rentals in Half Moon Bay featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

  • Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Half Moon Bay?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Half Moon Bay. Choose from more than 40 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • How much does it cost to stay in house rentals in Half Moon Bay?

    Experience the best of Half Moon Bay with our house rentals, starting at about $80 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.

  • Do house rentals in Half Moon Bay have self check-in?

    Absolutely! We offer over 30 house rentals with self check-in in Half Moon Bay. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Do house rentals in Half Moon Bay have a bbq area?

    Absolutely! We offer over 30 house rentals with a bbq area in Half Moon Bay. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Are there family-friendly house rentals in Half Moon Bay?

    Half Moon Bay has more than 70 family-friendly house rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.

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