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Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

Beach vacation home with kitchen in Moss Beach

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A coastal scene with a prominent rock formation featuring an archway, waves crashing onto the shore, and distant mountains under a sunset sky.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a small round table, and a fireplace. There are large windows offering a view of the ocean and a balcony with outdoor furniture.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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Moss Beach, CA
  • Place, JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pillar Point Harbor
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Moss Beach

On the beach.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and 3 miles (5 km) of Capistrano Road Beach. Santa Cruz Mountains and Mavericks Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pillar Point Harbor - 13 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Miramar Beach - 16 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Half Moon Bay State Beach - 23 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 46 min drive - 26.5 miles

Getting around

  • 22nd Street Station - 27 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell Cantina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sam's Chowder House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Soul Grind - ‬9 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.

Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

Tranquil oceanfront beach home with awe-inspiring ocean views and easy access to all the coast has to offer. Next to and overlooking one of the best Marine life habitats in Northern California, the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve coastline. A home base from which to explore the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, bike or hike the coastal trails that lead through a magical canopy of cypress trees overlooking the Pacific Ocean, secluded State Beaches, award-winning restaurants, Pillar Point Bluffs and Mavericks Beach. Close to Half Moon Bay, 20 Minutes to San Francisco, Half Moon Bay Harbor, The Ritz Carlton, Sam's Chowder House, Pasta Moon, Mezza Luna, shopping, family activities and so much more.

HOUSE AMENITIES

• Entire home, two stories with three bedrooms, two baths and a separate writers space.
• Sun-filled Ocean view Dining and living room area
• Full well stocked kitchen
• High-end kitchen appliances
• Internet Streaming TV
• Premium High Speed Reliable WiFi
• Washer & Dryer on site
• Ping Pong table
• Free Private Parking
• Uber is Easy and Convenient

LOCAL AMENITIES
• Beaches are open for guest(s) staying at the house along with local open spaces and trails.
• Local restaurants are open, offering take-out and have open patio dining.
• Next to the Moss Beach Fitzgerald Marine Preserve
• Walk through the gorgeous cypress tree tunnels while you hike along the Pacific Ocean from the home
• Quick walk to explore beaches, trails, restaurants and Marine Preserve
• Easily access the amazing trails in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area & McNee Ranch State Park. Explore the trails to Ocean View Farms a small horse boarding facility situated on the picturesque 4200 acre Rancho Corral de Tierra overlooking the Pacific ocean or Devil’s Slide Trail a 1.3-mile multi-use trail, converted from a former segment of Highway 1, that gives hikers, runners, bicyclists and equestrians access the rocky heights of Devil’s Slide above the Pacific Ocean.
• Beaches, Surfing, Biking, Hiking trails & Grocery Stores all nearby.
• Watch Surfers, Whales, and Marine life at the Moss Beach Marine Reserve
• Point Montara Lighthouse nearby.
• Giant Redwoods nearby at Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve
• World-class golf nearby at the Half Moon Bay Golf Links
• Guided horseback riding right on the beach
• Close to Half Moon Bay, San Francisco, and SFO International Airport
• Uber & Lyft is easy and convenient

CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CLEANING : The Oceanfront Home Retreat 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

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 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
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • 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
This property accepts cash
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. 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

101699

Frequently asked questions

How close is Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve to the airport?

This vacation home is 17 mi (26-min drive) away from the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Artichoke Joe's Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve to downtown Moss Beach?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Moss Beach.

Oceanfront Home Retreat w/ Breathtaking Views of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views are amazing and we walked over to the marine preserve daily. Highly recommend this property. We saw harbor seals and spotted a whale from the deck.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is spectacular! It was extremely comfortable and the views are lovely. You never want to leave! It was really easy to communicate with our host and all the beds are extremely comfortable. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room for everyone... beds were very comfortable! House is located in a great area close to the city as well as coastal communities. Literally next door to the Marine preserve which we enjoyed walking every night. Loved everything about the house can't wait to go back. The hosts were very responsive and very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and location. Easy access to the city and the coastal highways. Perfect stay for six adults, this property had plenty of space and the hot tub was a hit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very unique and beautiful property

This was one of our favorite VRBO trips and property, stunning area, very peaceful place to take a break!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for our family

We had a wonderful time at this house and great communication with the property manager/owner. We stayed for 3 weeks and very much enjoyed our time.
Stayed 23 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean. Great decor

Very well put together place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property and location

We really enjoyed our stay here. The property was great and exceeded our expectations. The views and proximity to the water was better than what the pictures showed. Great property and I would recommend it to other families.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

One night stay

The house was great; clean and nice with fantastic views. Only wish we had more time to enjoy it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply the best!

Perfect spot for renewing your spirits.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and very comfortable home with stunning views! Perfect home for our girl’s getaway of five. We enjoyed the home so much we barely left the house. Home was extremely clean, comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, and seamless arrival/ departure. Our host was outstanding who promptly answered all our questions. All of us were so pleased with our stay and will likely return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property near nature preserve

We enjoyed the house and the local trail to the nature preserve. We had 4 adults and 2 kids and we were very comfortable. Beautiful house with many amenities. Close to shopping and dining at local places. Owners are very communicative and helpful. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excursion on the Coast

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Moss Beach. Even though it was cold, it was a good excuse to enjoy the view and the hot tub. We would certainly re-visit this VRBO home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Quiet Getaway Near Ocean

This home is in a quiet neighborhood with great ocean views. We wanted a home a little outside of San Fransico to get away and relax and this was a great choice to stay when not out sightseeing. Plenty of room for family and located near woods & ocean. Communication with owner was great & very accommodating. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Mother’s Day

Beautiful home with gorgeous views of the ocean and pelicans flying by. My family was so impressed; we loved the location. Walked to Moss Beach Distillery for lunch one day through the Cypress trees. Beautiful. Thank you for allowing us to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We have stayed at many places I must say this place felt like home.They had things set up like I was walking into my own home.The view from the deck was incredible.Close by the title pools was the best in all of California
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing views

I love hearing the waves at night and the serene ocean view. The house was cleaned and well stocked especially in the kitchen. The house was a-little cold at times but I appreciated the heaters that was an option. I had a great stay . I look forward staying again and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Picture perfect

We had a lovely stay! The house was so clean, and we appreciated it being well stocked with basic necessities!! It was easy for us to enjoy simple meals with the kitchen supplies. We loved the patio deck as well as the hot tub was a highlight in the cool evenings. Thank you for a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heat downstairs where most bedrooms were did not work, but space heaters were found. Yard maintenance came early Friday morning during our stay which was extremely unwelcome. Kitchen was extremely well appointed for cooking our Thanksgiving favorites.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice home. Beach by house is closed which should have been disclosed. Made value less. Nice view from lounge and well equipped kitchen. Please note you have to carry groceries upstairs as kitchen is upstairs. Great hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

18th Birthday

This was the perfect location to bring 6 high schoolers to celebrate my daughter’s 18th birthday. Hiking, hot tub, lunch at the iconic Pacifica Taco Bell, beach walks, beautiful views and a great kitchen to cook in. Cozy, well appointed and perfect for small groups or families. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

This house was amazing! Beautiful in every way! Came over with my mom, daughter and her friends for her 13th birthday! Girls had a great time hanging out and relaxing in the hot tub! Kitchen was fully stocked! Gorgeous views! Would come back again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

50th Birthday with Friends

I live in the Bay Area and booked this stay for a quick getaway with friends to celebrate my 50th birthday. It was perfect! It is clean and has a great location, amazing views, and tons of space. The beds were very comfortable there is plenty of room for 7 adults. I would highly recommend it. All my friends wanted the info to book their own getaways. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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