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Home in Manchester
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 269 reviewsSweeping views of the Northern California coast...
Absolutely beautiful views. The home is designed to capture the views from every angle, with comfortable indoor and outdoor seating. The spaces are comfortable and well-designed for a quiet and peaceful stay. Kitchen was well-appointed. Instructions in the welcome book and during the check in process were great.
Home in Pescadero
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviewsOceanfront Views - Steps to the Beach
Spectacular location, endless pelicans flying by 40 feet from eye level. Incredible sunsets, watching for the green flash. Low crescent moon with planets. Probably the latest comet though we didn't know it at the time. Fab kitchen. We did some great cooking. Great house to hang out in. We were only four but it could easily accommodate 2 or 3 times our number. Private beach is awesome. Convenient to other great local spots, including small town, beaches and redwood forests. Wonderful as place to hang out with friends and family.
Home in Aptos
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 208 reviewsAptos Beachfront House
Wow 🤩 we will definitely be coming back to this beach house. They had everything we needed with 4 little kids. It was the most magical stay. Being right across from the beach was so convenient and fun. The views from the home, front and back, were so beautiful! Huge windows to watch the waves and sky. Kitchen was well equipped. The beds were comfy! Tons of toys. We loved having the kayaks and boogie boards to take out. Cute welcome basket that made us feel welcome. 10/10 would recommend
Home in Cambria
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 387 reviewsHummingbird House in Charming Cambria
What a place! We felt at home from the moment we walked in and the views were gorgeous, especially at sunset. The kitchen was well-stocked and there was lots of great art through the house. We enjoyed stargazing from the courtyard at night, saw lots of hummingbirds during the day, and thoroughly enjoy our stay. We’d definitely come back!
Home in Marshall
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 205 reviewsTomales Bay: Tranquility, Bay Views, Kayaks &
Just as beautiful ask it looks in the photos, this home was a perfect spot for our family to connect and spend quality time together, cooking, kayaking, playing games, and stargazing. We enjoyed a quick trip into Pt Reyes Station, but honestly, the kitchen at Bay Mod was so well equipped and the view was so breathtaking, we didn’t even go out to eat. We just wanted to spend every minute on the balcony, soaking it all in.
Home in Newport Beach
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews15th St - BEST OCEAN VIEW APT IN NEWPORT BEACH
Such a great and wonderful property! Sitting on the patio enjoying the scenery. Were able to see quite a bit of Marine Life and listening to the ocean was so enjoyable!
Home in Cayucos
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 284 reviewsThe Beach House - On Cayucos Beach
Wonderful beach house. My family has stayed in many different rentals in Cayucos over the years, and this is our third time coming back to this one. It's my favorite.
Home in Oceano
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 472 reviewsShore To Please Beach House Oceano Pismo Avila SLO
Cute little place perfect for anyone looking for a couple of night to relax in the area. Not ideal for a party of more than 2 adults as the place is a little small, plus not the best for a work remote setup. Otherwise we loved the place and had a great time.
Private beach house rentals
Home in Los Osos
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 343 reviewsBaywood Park Garden Cottage
Susan's tiny house is beautiful. Everything you need is provided, and it is clean, organized and comfortable. Perfect for a visit to our kids and grandkid.
Home in Dana Point
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviewsHotel California - Walkable to restaurants, beach!
Our stay at Marilyn's was wonderful! The space was spotless, making it feel welcoming and comfortable. It's in a great location that's within walking distance to the harbor. Marilyn is responsive and has thought of every detail to make it a wonderful stay!
Home in Crescent City
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 291 reviewsThe GetAway - Travel Magazine's The Place to Stay
Darling place to stay. This was the most well stocked kitchen I have stayed in! Perfect for those who want to stay in and cook! Very cozy home and so close to everything in Crescent! Pam was very communicative and accommodating. If you’re thinking about staying here, Do It!
Home in Dillon Beach
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviewsDillon Beach Surf Cottage
Dennis was an amazing host and had a beautiful place to stay! My family and I felt right at home. Amazing ocean views. 10/10 experience. Will be back again for sure!!
Home in Santa Barbara
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviewsShoreline Retreat - newly renovated, walk to beach
Had the best stay at Shoreline retreat! We took the train and got on the alley fish tacos on the way. We walked to shoreline cafe for lunch and to blenders each morning. It was nice to have shoreline park nearby and the hot tub was amazing. The place had everything we needed and the beds were so comfortable. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in SB!
Home in Malibu
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviewsThe Deck House: Malibu's Best Ocean Views
I had an amazing stay at this beautiful Malibu mountain home. The 270-degree ocean and coastline views are breathtaking, and the natural light throughout the space made it feel so calm and serene. It’s incredibly private and spacious, perfect for a peaceful getaway. The host was communicative and accommodating, making everything seamless. Highly recommend!
Home in Whitethorn
5 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviewsShelter Cove "Vista Cabin" pristine coastal views
Beautiful place close to the ocean with a view! The outdoor space is great to drink coffee / read and watch the sunset. The road getting there is pretty curvy which makes it a little more remote but worked well for traveling around. We enjoyed the adjacent beaches in the area (black sand) and by the light house to watch the seals / lions.
Home in Gualala
5 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews5+%off long stay Pet-friendly OceanVilla w HotTub!
We had a fantastic stay. The views from the house are stunning. Lots of cool beaches a quick drive away. We enjoyed the hot tub and massage chair and just relaxing and looking at the views.
Beach house rentals with a pool
Home in Encinitas
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviewsOpen Spacious Leucadia Home
We stayed here as a last-minute booking for Labor Day weekend and felt so lucky to find such a wonderful home and host! Gorgeous house, amenity rich, very thoughtfully stocked, everything you could possibly need was there and we had such a great experience. We will definitely keep this on our list for places to visit again. Super close to Legoland, the zoo, the beach. But honestly, all we really did was kick back and enjoy the pool, the home and relax! Super peaceful stay!
Home in Sea Ranch
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviewsCasa Del Mar Spectacular Ocean Views!
Casa del Mar was a wonderful place to spend a relaxing weekend. The view is stunning and the wildlife that traverse through that section of Sea Ranch were a delight to see. The house is unique and yet very comfortable and all essentials are there for any cooking needs. Would recommend for those who are looking for an original Sea Ranch architectural home close to the sea.
Home in Sea Ranch
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 284 reviewsA Slice of Heaven in The Sea Ranch
Anu’s place was cozy and comfortable (the beds were amazing!), and had everything we needed for a perfect stay. The hot tub was fabulous and the fireplace was an unexpected delight. And we’re so grateful our dog could come!
Home in The Sea Ranch
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviewsThe Cottontail | golf, swim, hot tub, ocean, kayak
We had a lovely time with our adult children and our granddaughter in Nirmal and Kevin’s lovely, well-designed home. From the soothing sounds of the ocean to the hike along the bluffs to watch the sunset, their home was relaxing and a perfect getaway for our family reunion.
Home in Monterey
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviewsMonterey Bay Oasis on the Ocean!
We enjoyed every minute of our stay at Monterey Dunes. The unit is beautiful and exactly as described. Watching the whale spouts across the bay was amazing as we sat both on the deck and in the full-windowed living room...there is not a bad seat in the house for enjoying the bay and the sunsets! Shelli provided us with great recommendations both locally and throughout the rest of our trip. We did a whale watching trip with Sea Goddess during our stay and saw so many varieties of whales and other sea creatures, truly a highlight and one we highly recommend as Monterey Bay is a hot bed of activity. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us! We hope to be back one day from Delaware! Patty+Larry Sinkus
Home in Oceanside
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviewsStunning Pool, Hot Tub, Outdoor Dining & Game Room
Wonderful property. This gets said a lot, but it was even better than the photos. Amazing and fitting decor, Kelli and her team did a great job making the home unique, but welcoming and fun. Huge backyard and pool that the kids loved. Great place to grill and eat outside. Private, safe neighborhood, but close to the freeway for easy access. Garage game room was a unique and fun area. Bathrooms are little cramped, but not a dealbreaker, and amazing water pressure. Also I must mention that Kelli's place had the CLEANEST hardwood floors I have ever experienced with an AirBnb. They didn't even feel dusty, and my bare feet stayed clean throughout our stay! Highly recommended.
Home in Aptos
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 533 reviewsRelax Watch Waves Crash Chic + Modern 3BD
This place truly exceeded our expectations! The setting is amazing (we saw pods of dolphins and some whales from the deck!!!!). Highly recommend the property, excellent hosts, and value of the stay! We will be back in 2025!
Home in Seal Beach
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviewsBeach Living - Pool/Spa Home in Seal Beach
Beautiful home that was exactly as described. The beds were comfortable and plenty of space for our family. Great location and easy walk to the beach. Sue was great with directions and what we could expect with maintenance being on the property for yard and pool cleaning. I hope to come back soon!
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