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Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz

Half Moon Bay accommodation with kitchen

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4300 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Half Moon Bay, CA
  • Half Moon Bay State Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Half Moon Bay Golf Links
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Miramar Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Half Moon Bay

Close to the beach.You'll find Elmar Beach and Poplar Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Half Moon Bay cottage. Also, Half Moon Bay State Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Francis Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Half Moon Bay State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Half Moon Bay Golf Links - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Manhattan Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Miramar Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Pillar Point Harbor - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Broadway Station - 24 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tres Amigos - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬2 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.

Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz

Adorable, small but very efficient cottage with loft and completely private yard and patio. This historic cottage converted from a Speakeasy, sleeps 4 close friends or family members comfortably. This space works for a party of close and intimate relations. The main space is a studio-type layout with kitchenette, toilet, shower and queen bed. The loft also has a queen size bed. Large patio, outdoor swing and fireplace make this cottage an ideal place to relax. Beach is about 500 yards through the neighborhood.
One thing to note is this place doesn’t have much privacy. Please scrutinize our pictures closely to make sure this space is right for you.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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: 300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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 are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz to the airport?

This cottage is 18.1 mi (35-min drive) away from the San Carlos, CA (SQL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz to the beach?

This cottage is a short 10-minute walk from Elmar Beach and 11-minute walk from Poplar Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Artichoke Joe's Casino (25-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz to downtown Half Moon Bay?

This cottage is 0.8 mi away from Half Moon Bay.

Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ali C.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Andee H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The “cottage” is cute and ok for a couple nights. It is not as close to the ocean as we thought. They made the most use out of a 300 square foot space. We would have added a star, but both nights were very rough. There was a bright motion light that went off a couple times at night and lit up the whole place and kept us up. What was more upsetting was the loft area. There was scratching noises on the roof the entire night. We think rats, but were told maybe baby raccoons? Either way they scratched all night and if we didn’t have a loud sound machine going, it would have been impossible to sleep. I would not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mimi H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful!

We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giselle

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful, cozy, charming
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

I'll be back! :)

Great little studio cottage with a private yard, and the host is really nice and super helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffiny C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super fun and cozy beach cottage!

This was such a lovely stay, near the beach. We loved the feel of the beachy space, indoor and on the back patio. Puppy had a great little fenced in place to play. We were able to cook a couple meals- the hosts were fantastic, responding to unique requests! What a dream. We had a memorable 30 year wedding anniversary here! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a very nice stay. It's a cozy place with a great patio with lovely landscaping. We spent a lot of time out there. It feels very private. The photos of the property are accurate except for a few minor changes (different chair, lamp etc.) The property is close to downtown Half Moon, easy to get to and in a quiet neighborhood. Thank you to our hosts.We would defintely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Beatrice I.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Blake G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice for a short weekend visit

Property was undergoing some construction upon arrival immedietely next to our shared wall of the unit making the first two hours rather unpleasant with loud cutting and banging. Wish the property owner had simply disclosed this as it was an unwelcomed surprise after a long day of travel. Otherwise our stay was fine. Unit has everything you need but the shower is too small and cracked in a few places and the shower head needs to be replaced
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa Wynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet cottage in a quiet charming neighborhood

No issues whatsoever. Everything worked and was as described.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy & Close to town and Beaches

My first time staying in a VRBO. I stayed two nights so I could explore the beaches. I had so much fun. First, it's in a nice neighborhood where parking was very easy. Separate entry into the cottage. It was very private, quiet and set up really cute. I read all the reviews, and so I brought my own small Keurig and coffee pods. I do this anyway when I travel. There is a sink, a toilet, a shower, also a kitchen area, a small fridge and TV. The one complaint, petty, one ply TP. Don't laugh, you use so much more. Shower head could be made smaller to get better water flow but was not an issue for me. TV was fine with a Roku. I always bring my passwords for Hulu, Netflix and so that was fine. I had some issues with the heat. The remote was really hard for me to figure out. I probably spent more time trying to get it right without wasting energy but I did follow directions with the fan so the heat would stay downstairs. A table would have been nice so I used the end table as my table. It was raining the first day so I could not use the outside table. I had such a relaxing few days and would stay here again. So much fun! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Perfect location/size for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Time

Amazing time and really enjoy the place. Everything was perfect. Definitely coming back !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Cottage By The Sea

The cottage was nicely appointed, very private, comfortable, cozy and is dog friendly.It is also centrally located to a number of different beaches (including a dog beach) and wonderful restaurants. The owners have thought of everything, including an enclosed backyard, dog towels and a dog bed.Owners were also very friendly and welcoming!Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

J P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

libby b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location and hosts!

We really enjoyed the special touches the hosts clearly intentionally added, as well as the convenience of the location and everything the cottage included. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

anthony p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay.

Cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Half Moon Bay stay

Really enjoyed our stay here! A lot of areas to visit. Very dog friendly. Our pups were very comfortable with a nice safe yard for them. Limited seating but we made it work. TV trays might have been nice as there was no where to eat a meal. In better weather the table outside would have been great. Well appointed with everything you need to be comfortable.Fun quirky little studio size unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy cottage

We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable space which is walking distance from the beach. We would definitely stay here again when we visit Half Moon Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

zoe p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place ever

This was the most cozy and welcoming property that I have stayed at. The hosts were very attentive and responded quickly. My family and I had just came off a 10 day Alaskan cruise, and the host allowed us to drop off our luggage before check in. Everything was tidy and well kept. The property was conveniently located, we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lou L.

Liked: Cleanliness

celebration

Very nice cottage and great place to relax
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little cottage

Close to a great beach. Had everything we needed. Nice back yatd
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024