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Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails

Vacation home in Montara with kitchen and patio

By-the-Sea is a modern sea ranch style four-bedroom home perfect for family vacations or company retreats, offering an indoor-outdoor living experience surrounded by Pacific Ocean air and pristine nature. Enjoy the hot tub, gas barbecue on the deck with ocean views, and premium high-speed WiFi while staying in this exclusive private home.

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Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102847 sq ft

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Parking available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Dryer
Hot Tub

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About this property

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

Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails

Surrounded by peace and quiet this indoor-outdoor living modern beach home by-the-Sea is the perfect getaway for family vacations, travelers to the Bay Area, San Francisco, Half Moon Bay, Pescadero, and company retreats or off-site meetings looking for a prestigious location surrounded by Pacific Ocean air, pristine untouched nature and just a short drive away from so many activities. The home is a modern sea ranch style four bedroom three bath home with hot tub, with hand made doors and barrel vault, walnut stairs and heated concrete and Douglas fir floors. All exclusive to the guests and conveniently next to one of the largest undeveloped pieces of land in the area. Easy access to miles of pristine golden sand beaches, trails traversing a variety of natural surroundings with Pacific Ocean vistas on one side and some of California's most amazing coastal views on the other. Between the Montara Mountains and Montara State Beach there is over 10,000 acres of open space to roam. Everything in Montara is within walking or biking distance. Wake up to the fresh ocean air and sight and sounds of the Pacific Ocean roaring in the background. Experience the awe-inspiring views of the sun rise over the majestic mountains filled with coastal cypress trees and rare grasslands. Gas barbecue or relax on the homes deck while you take in the ocean, sunset, beach, and mountain views. One can venture on bike or hike from the house to the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, McNee Ranch State Park and Old San Pedro Mountain Road all the way to Gray Whale Cove State Beach and around Rancho Corral de Tierra.

HOUSE AMENITIES
• Entire private home
• The property is two stories with four bedrooms and three baths.
• Owner suite has a luxurious shower, bath and king size bed.
• Under the Sea bedroom has two double beds & one single bed.
• The second bedroom has a king size bed.
• The third bedroom has a two double beds.
• The fourth bedroom located on the ground floor has a queen bed.
• Open Dining Room area
• Full well stocked kitchen
• High-end kitchen appliances
• Amazing Cedar Hot Tub
• Gas Barbecue while you relax indoor or outdoor
• Internet Streaming TV
• Premium High Speed Reliable WiFi
• Private Garage Parking
• EV charger
• Washer & Dryer
• Uber is Easy and Convenient
• Free Private Parking

LOCAL AMENITIES
• Beaches are open for guest staying at the house along with local open spaces and trails.
• Local restaurants are open, offering take-out and have open patio dining.
• Quick walk to explore the golden sand and stunning sculpted sandstone cliffs at Montara State Beach.
• 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 Montara State Marine Reserve
• Point Montara Lighthouse is nearby.
• Visit the Alpacas by The Sea in Montara
• 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 Modern indoor-outdoor living 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

Beach nearby

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
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the bay
Near the sea

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding 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)
First aid kit

General

Unit size: 2,847 square feet

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Oct 31 - Nov 1

Total with taxes and fees

Hot Tub
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$876 nightly

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Total with taxes and fees

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

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 first aid kit

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

90108

About the neighborhood

Montara, CA

What's nearby

Montara State Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
Pillar Point Harbor - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
Mavericks Beach - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles
Miramar Beach - 11 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

22nd Street Station - 25 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sam's Chowder House - ‬6 min drive
‪Half Moon Bay Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
‪Barbara's Fishtrap - ‬6 min drive
‪Moss Beach Distillery - ‬4 min drive
‪Ketch - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails?

As of Oct 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails on Oct 29, 2025 start from $298.59, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Montara State Beach and Santa Cruz Mountains. JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and Gray Whale Cove State Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8/10 Good

Debbie B.

May 11, 2025

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

Beautiful house, comfortable beds, steps from the beach

Gorgeous house right by the beach. The beds and bed linens were super comfortable. There were a couple of times we had to report blown fuses but the caretaker fixed them. A few things I hope the owners do: replace the scratched teflon pans (health hazard) with stainless steel or cast iron, put a towel rack in the primary bathroom, and have a few chairs that are easier for old people to get out of. Oh, annd andd a chair to the primary bedroom. Otherwise, the kitchen is well-stocked. I do love the proximity to the beach and those comfy beds!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

Jul 23, 2023

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

Great weekend trip

Loved the place and it was very nice to walk to the beach. House is architectural beauty.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kiran K., Menlo Park, California

Dec 7, 2022

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

Gorgeous getaway

Every inch of the home is just stunning.....definitely coming back.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Christy H.

Jun 25, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Fun house

Architectural dream!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Nov 24, 2022

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

Beach house getaway

Amazing!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian L.

Apr 13, 2023

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

Easter Days away

The space is wonderful. The rooms are full of light. Coffee and laundry supplies were available in abundance. Just two notes for the owner: the hot tub needed chlorine and there was a lack of bedside lights for reading. Otherwise it was wonderful and we would love to return and will recommend it to friends.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Aug 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Montara get away

Overall it was great. The property manager was unavailable. I couldn’t open the lockbox and it was Friday at 4:00 pm. I called 5 times until 4:30 pm and nobody answered or Ever called me back!!! That was not cool for the amount of money I spent! I could see not get in through the garage. The bathroom with the shower curtain needs a new shower curtain rod or something to secure it! The whole curtain came down during shower’s multiple times. Also the smoke alarms went off every time a person used the downstairs shower and the window was open. Kathy

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachery j.

Oct 22, 2023

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

Had a great stay with my family !

My family and I enjoyed an awesome one night stay in this architectural beauty. We truly enjoyed the layout and all the kitchen amenities. The pictures don’t show it but the backyard is quite large it has a nice large seating area and grass. We enjoyed the bbq and appreciated how clean the bbq was and that there was sufficient propane. The only complaint I have is the male Karen living next door we were finishing up in the hot tub when it hit 10:00 pm ( quiet hours) we were talking softly and drying off to head inside it was about 10:08 pm when we heard a loud knock at the front door we answered and it was the Nextdoor neighbor saying he hear us talking because he keeps his window open. I would like to say that we are a family of adults and able to keep our voices down and also it was barely past 10. A couple more minutes and we would have been inside. He seems to like to complain. Being that we are guests of the homeowner we just apologized and went our way but i wanted so badly to tell him he was wrong. Besides the male Karen Nextdoor the house was a dream! Thank you :)

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayley H., Indianapolis, IN

Sep 30, 2022

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

Beautiful Home

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. It is definitely a hidden gem in this neighborhood, as the surrounding homes do not have the same aesthetic at all. There is very little cell service so make sure to connect to their WIFI for Mapquest, etc before you venture out. I was able to text and Facetime from the house but could not make or receive any regular calls, even when connected to the WIFI. This could depend on your particular cell service provider. The outdoor space is very cool! There is a ton of natural light in this home and the décor is very modern. The smoke alarm was set off twice due to steam from the shower downstairs so be aware in case you like your shower temperature super hot! This was easily remedied by opening the windows. There is a ton of space in this home for many people to spread out. One bedroom downstairs and three (including the master) upstairs. There is a downstairs TV room as well as an additional TV room upstairs that includes the washer and dryer. Note there are not any TVs in any of the bedrooms. There are lots of great nearby restaurants and several easily-accessible beautiful beach spots within a short driving distance. This area did not feel touristy at all - Very relaxing. We would definitely return.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Oct 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Gorgeous Property but Issues

First the great: This property is stunning architecturally and a joy to see. It is every bit as lovely as the pictures and more. I am a huge fan of good design (and have remodeled many homes) and enjoyed studying the home. Second, the not-so-great: The neighbors run a dog kennel next door. I love dogs and brought my two (the dog-friendliness was the sole reason for selecting Montara) but mine are trained. The neighbors keep dogs in a wire run mounted against the fence and EVERY time we stepped outside they went crazy - throwing their bodies against the fence, frenetically barking, etc. - and they were just a few feet away. I'm sure they are nice dogs but they sound vicious, intimidated my dogs, and made using the outdoor space impractical/unpleasant. Also, the owners could be a bit more generous in supplies. We were only two people and used the property very lightly (and 3 bedrooms were untouched). For $1k a night touches like supplying cloth napkins, a working kettle, a bottle of olive oil and the like would have been nice and expected. Now, the bad. This prop management company (The Wave) is simply terrible. They advertise through VRBO but don't follow VRBO's policies. We are vacation homeowners ourselves (and have used VRBO) and would never dream of treating guests the way we were treated. The abusive communication style when we reached them, and their unavailability when we needed them, cast a pall on our anniversary getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024