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Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz

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Room
Private kitchen
Terrace/patio
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 427.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Half Moon Bay, CA
  • Half Moon Bay State Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Miramar Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Half Moon Bay Golf Links
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette

About this property

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.

Property manager

Guliz des Tombe
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Indonesian, Turkish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Half Moon Bay

Located in Half Moon Bay, this cottage is near the beach. La Nebbia Winery and Half Moon Bay Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and University of Surfing. The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Casanova Park are also worth visiting.
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Half Moon Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Bay State Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Manhattan Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Miramar Beach - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Half Moon Bay Golf Links - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Pillar Point Harbor - 8 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Flying Fish Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Elmar Beach, Poplar Beach and Half Moon Bay State Beach. Francis Beach and Redondo Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

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

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

libby b.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

anthony p.

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

Great stay.

Cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

celebration

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

10/10 Excellent

carol k.

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

Cute little cottage

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great spot near the beach, walking trails, and downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

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

Great space close to ocean and trail

Cozy is an accurate word to describe this cottage. Hosts were very clear in the description that this space is for a small family or couples that are very comfortable with it all being one space. But it was just myself and my husband and we really enjoyed our stay here. There are a few things that would make it more comfortable like a table inside to eat or play games but there really is no room for that. Bed was very comfortable and kitchenette was well stocked. We enjoyed the fact that it is so close to the coastal trail, easily walking distance but great with bikes. The patio area is private and cute. There could be a few improvements but all in all it works. We would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

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

Perfect

Nice cottage. Super cute and clean and the beds were very comfortable. Great location. Couldn't ask for anything more.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Cozy cottage

Warm and welcoming.. even the path through the gates is pretty. The cabin had everything we needed for our short stay. We appreciated all the little touches that made our stay even nicer. Clean,quiet and comfortable. A nice short walk to the gorgeous Poplar Beach. The only thing we could have used was a grill.. Other than that we were very happy. The hosts were easy to communicate with and very friendly and accommodating. I look forward to next time! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabiola W.

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

Beautiful place to relax and recharge!

Beautiful small cottage, perfect place to relax and recharge, walking distance to Poplar beach, a beautiful dog friendly beach. I stayed with my 2 little dogs. They really enjoyed the backyard too. Owners replied to my questions right away. I’m planning to go back soon with a couple of friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen P.

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

Cute Little Cottage Near the Beach

Sweet and comfortable little cottage. Perfect for a couple. Loved the peaceful decor and airy feel. We didn’t use the upstairs loft with just two of us, but it would have worked well if we brought children or grandchildren. Very pet friendly— dog bed, water dish, and dog towels provided. Having a private deck and private fenced yard set it apart from a hotel room. Lovely landscaping. The owners live next door but other than a very pleasant casual conversation when we crossed paths in the driveway, we didn’t see another soul. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie L.

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

Cozy cottage

Quaint little cottage, about what was expected. However, there was a lot of rules about noise & parking due to location near other homes with folks who don’t seem to appreciate people coming in & out. Water pressure suspect & the temperature controlled by what is going on in the main house - unfortunately for me, that was during a shower. Also, a Keurig would have been nice, it’s an inexpensive way to treat travelers.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

cottage near beach, very nice.

we wanted to be able to spend some time near the ocean. This is a small place but an easy walk to Poplar Beach in Half Moon Bay. A nice, quiet backyard. We enjoyed eating dinner there. A good place for a couple or perhaps a small family. A tiny but excellent shower. I would be happy to rent this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur L.

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

Half Moon Bay

Pleasant little house near the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Guliz des Tombe

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We are a family of three with a cat, a dog, and chickens. We foster feral kittens and welcome all four legged friends. Our passion in addition to travel, love of nature, rock and mushroom hunting, and hiking is our community. Over the years, we built a strong community here in Half Moon Bay, which provides us an abundance of love, safety, joy, and friendship. We are proud and honored to share it with you.

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English, French, Indonesian, Turkish

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