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Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Half Moon Bay

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, cliffs, and a field of wildflowers.
An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a residential area and hills in the background.
A staircase with a modern design, a fireplace with logs, and a shelf with decorative items.
A coastal golf course with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.
A covered patio with outdoor furniture, a wooden deck, and a white pergola.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Half Moon Bay, CA
  • Place, Half Moon Bay State Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Poplar Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Francis Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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Half Moon Bay Lodge

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  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,310 reviews
$169 nightly
The price is $198
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Half Moon Bay Lodge

About the neighborhood

Half Moon Bay

Seaside stay .Your stay at this South Downtown vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Coastside Clinic and Elmar Beach. Poplar Beach and Francis Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Elmar Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Half Moon Bay State Beach - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Poplar Beach - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Francis Beach - 7 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Redondo Beach - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hayward Park Station - 26 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Half Moon Bay Joe's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Half Moon Bay Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Barbara's Fishtrap - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Breakwater Barbeque - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more

Enjoy the amenities* of a world-class boutique hotel while retaining your privacy - access to backyard gas fire tables in our garden courtyard with seating. We are located in the heart of town and within walking distance to state beaches, the Ocean Shore California Coastal Trail and historic Old Town district of Half Moon Bay, which is renowned for its boutiques, shopping, galleries, award winning restaurants, hiking, biking, surfing, family activities and so much more! Towering redwoods, world-class golfing are a short drive away on one of the most beautiful stretches of coastal highway in California. Unwind next door with incredible Farm-to-Table fresh cuisine at renowned Pasta Moon while you catch a stunning sunset... Coastal living at it's finest!

This exclusive 2 story unit boasts a fully stocked, private kitchen with all essentials including Keurig coffee maker. Spacious sleeping accommodations include an upper loft bedroom with 2 Queen beds as well as modern convertible chairs for extra sleeping spaces and the main floor Master bedroom with a King bed. Living room, which features a modern LED fireplace, also has a sofa sleeper. Private entry, private parking, blackout curtains throughout the unit and much more to make your home away from home both luxurious and comfortable. Electric bikes available to rent, contact us to reserve. We drop off and pick up. A safe, affordable, and environmentally-friendly way to explore the coastline.

• Walk to and explore the golden sand beaches along Half Moon Bay coastline
• Local restaurants are open, offering take-out and have open patio seating areas
• Easily access the multi-use paved California Coastal Trail
• Giant Redwoods nearby at Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve
• World-class golf nearby at the Half Moon Bay Golf Links
• Huggable baby goats at Harley Farms
• Guided horseback riding on the beach
• Surfing, Kayaking, Biking, Golfing, Hiking, Trails & Grocery Stores all nearby
• Close to Half Moon Bay, San Francisco, and SFO International Airport
• Uber & Lyft is easy and convenient

CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CLEANING : The Nantucket Penthouse enhanced professional cleaning and sanitation process has been certified to minimize the spread of harmful pathogens. Our cleaners have expert-backed training on disinfecting, PPE, and current cleaning protocols. The property has received a cleaning certificate and I.D. which provides guests with verification that our properties are up to date on critical cleaning method guidelines from WHO, CDC, OSHA, and the FDA. #p1p211dh

**An additional pet fee will apply to all reservations that include a pet or multiple pets.**

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.8 mi (34-min drive) away from the San Carlos, CA (SQL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more?

As of Aug 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more on Aug 31, 2026 start from $507, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more to the beach?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from Half Moon Bay State Beach and 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from Elmar Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Artichoke Joe's Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more to downtown Half Moon Bay?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Half Moon Bay.

Nantucket Penthouse - walk to restaurants, beaches, activies & so much more Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carmela

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property is clean, convenient, and well-appointed. Owner communication was great. Would rent again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and space. Location was perfect and exactly what we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kiera E.

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

Cozy, Coastal. Food and Drinks easy to find

The stay was great, would recommend for quick getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun weekend! Location is perfect and so quiet. The beds were comfy, and place was clean!We look forward to coming back again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juliette L.

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

great stay

we enjoyed staying the Nantucket Inn penthouse
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

danielle D.

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

Great stay!

We had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
With everything on Main Street you can walk to almost anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sonia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A great spot

It was a very relaxing , pleasant stay !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed the Penthouse.. very comfortable so close to everything downtown.Had a wonderful time in Half Moon Bay. Love it there.Great that the space is dog friendly.Want to return already.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

Great Place!

Great and quality place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin A.

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

Cute place and great location for the beach or walking into town

Had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

James E.

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

Family Get Together

Nice place to stay. Convenient to beach and downtown restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really good communication and everything was exactly as they said it would be:)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven E.

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

Great location for exploring

Comfortable & well equipped. An ideal location for walking in town & short drives to nearby attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pooja G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming and kind. There was a huge storm and the windows were old and blew in but they seemed to understand! They waited to fix it till after we left though
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Clean place

The place was what we needed for a short trip to half moon bay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosie F.

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

Great spot

I will definitely be back ! Great spot with convenient location. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Fabulous spot!

The place was just as listed. Great location, extremely clean and had everything we needed. Great for families or a group of friends. Would love to come back someday!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

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

Wonderful!

We had a wonderful stay here! The beds were comfortable and the property was exactly like the photos - beautiful and well maintained. The nearby restaurants were top notch. We especially loved the Cantina at San Benito House and Gulino Gelato!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

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

Great stay!

Clean. Comfortable. Check in so easy. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

Great Half Moon Bay home base

What a great find! Perfect space for our family. We love the shops and restaurants in HMB and being right on Main St. made this the perfect home base for wandering the town and also hopping over to the beach. Look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicole H.

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

HMB getaway

Good location. Close to all the things that we wanted to do in the area. Great beaches. Access to redwood forest. Fantastic restaurants nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Main St. Half Moon Bay

Very nice. Easy parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Fabulous Property

Really enjoyed this property. It is a separate unit that is part of a B&B. The unit is perfect for a family of four with a great loft space with two beds. Fantastic location in the heart of Half Moon Bay. Walking distance to food and shopping with a short drive to the beach. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Awesome Place

This little place was perfect for myself, my husband and our 2 young children. They loved having the loft to themselves. We even decided to stay an extra night and the property was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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