Vacation rentals in Monterey Bay

Sara was the one of the most welcoming and generous Airbnb hosts we’ve ever had. The home was immaculately clean, her instructions were detailed and gave us all the info we needed, her communication with us was kind and prompt, the hot tub was clean and cozy. Sara gave us lots of referrals for local shops and restaurants, and she provided a thoughtful welcome gift. We were also impressed with/grateful for Sara allowing our dogs to relax on the couches! We were particularly appreciative that Sara was completely understanding about/accommodating of our reactive dog, which put us at ease and helped us enjoy our stay. The neighborhood was quiet and cute, and we were very close to a beach for our dogs. Thank you Sara for an excellent weekend getaway! We can’t recommend you and your home enough!

A beautiful stay in La Selva! I love this area, it's peaceful & quiet. The guesthouse was clean, lovely & spacious. Everything was great & true to description. 10 min walking distance from the beach was amazing! It was my first time booking a guesthouse and it did not disappoint. Angela was a really thoughtful and friendly host! Would love to stay here again next time I visit the bay!

We had an amazing time at Tangled Oaks – this was just what we were looking for. Peaceful, quiet and surrounded by nature. The property was clean and spacious. had everything we needed, and Nancy and Alex were always quick to respond when we had a question for them. Thank you Nancy & Alex, we can't wait to come again!

Annie was a great host and the place was exactly as described and just what we needed for a relaxing beach getaway. We loved the hot tub in the backyard and the beach cottage feel of the place. Thank you for hosting us!

This was our third stay at the Blue Whale Bungalow, and it remains our favorite place to stay in Rio del Mar! Mariam is a wonderful and generous host who immediately remembered our family and welcomed our two dogs. The Blue Whale Bungalow is clean and cozy, with everything you need to enjoy the beach or relax indoors. It is located just two blocks from the beach, where you can enjoy the ocean breeze, search for sea glass, and admire the beautiful sunsets. We look forward to visiting the Blue Whale Bungalow very soon!

her place is so comfortable, cozy, clean, beautiful, Kristy responded all the time, she made sure everything was fine 🙂.

Clean, well-appointed, spacious home less than a block from the beautiful Twin Lakes Beach. You can see the beach from chairs on the front lawn. We were lucky enough to be there during the lighted boat parade (first Saturday in December), so we watched the lighted boats in the water from the front yard. Everything was easily accessible. The home includes many amenities (washer/dryer, cooking supplies, games, pack n play). The room with the bunk beds has a separate bathroom, making it really nice for families with older kids. Great stay and I hope we can return.

I use to own a vacation rental house cleaning business so I have been in a LOT of rental properties. This property was very clean and very well organized. It has a lot of comfortable places to relax. Excellent location. We will definitely be back. Thank you.

Lisa’s home Was Everything and more. Super clean and comfortable. We (5) stayed (3) nights over Christmas and the home was comfortable and very clean. Beds were great with plenty of extra blankets. The kitchen was extremely well stocked for cooking any meal. The beach is just steps away from the, and the views of the beach and surf from the house are amazing! There was hardly a soul on the beach while we were there and we walked for miles enjoying the birds, seals and seashore. We even got front row seats from the home of some great surfers who were being towed-out the amazing waves! This is a special place and we hope to return here. This development is gated and has a very remote feel, yet you’re only 20 mins to Monterey and Carmel.

I cannot stress enough how terrific Jo’s home is. From floor to ceiling the place was immaculately clean. Beautiful views from almost every room. Furniture is comfortable and cozy. Beds great. Bathrooms well equipped. The kitchen and dining room want for nothing. Kitchen is equipped with everything any cook might need, I mean everything! Beautiful glasses, dishes, serving items and cloth napkins! And it is all so organized. All and all a wonderful place to relax and enjoy. We hope to come back sometime.

This was the cleanest AirBnB we've ever stayed in! Pristine! Tidy! Stunning ocean views from both the living room & primary bedroom. The entire villa has been remodeled yet still has the Old World Charm and coziness. This Villa is located on the 2nd floor of North Bluff - is very private - has a pool jacuzzi just steps away. The resort offers many amenities, restaurant, bar, room service (or pick up) massage, sauna - endless. Aptos Village is right across the street - walking distance offering many shops, market and a great place for pizza and Italian food. We will definitely stay with Sue again - as soon as we can! Next time, we'll try her other property #33. Sue is a GREAT hostess in every area and has earned Super Host many times over!

We stayed for the weekend and really enjoyed it. The place is really nice and exactly what you see on the pictures. super clean and very comfortable. Well equipped with everything you need. Super close to the beach and you can be in bed listening to the waves ( super relaxing). I highly recommend this place and look forward to coming back again. Owner was very easy to communicate and checked in to make sure we arrived safely and were comfortable. Thank you for letting us stay.

Perfectly located in town and across the beach! Designated parking was a plus given popularity of location. Shops and restaurants were steps away. Check out Gayle’s for breakfast/lunch items and then bring take-out to munch while watching surfers do their thing! Evan was very responsive too. We will be back! Thanks for a great and convenient stay!

What a great find in an out of the way place. Would love to come in summer but honestly, it was great cool weather to enjoy the house and view of the ocean. Saw seals and dolphins and birds, barely any humans! Best find was Pezzini Farms right outside the colony. Go there for good food!

We had a great stay, all of the instructions were easy to follow and covered everything - there are beach chairs, towels, wagon and a few toys which made days at the beach so so easy! The coffee and tea selection were great and offered a wide variety. Would def recommend

Lovely spot right on the beach. Perfect location to explore Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur. The place has a nice layout and was great for our group (4 adults one child). The community is great, very quiet and private. The reclining chairs and couch were super comfy, as well as the memory foam mattresses. Erin was very proactive and helpful with our questions. Great find and enjoyable stay.

This place is amazing! David is amazing! The condo is amazing and super clean and the location is spectacular!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Highly recommended, coming back for sure! 🙌🏼🙌🏼 Thank you David for being a great host 🤩

Our 5 day stay was great. Felt right at home. Great location w an amazing view. Place was nice and clean. We found beach gear as well that’s provided by the host. We were greated with complimentary snacks and bottled bubbly water. Kitchen had everything needed to cook if need be. We will definitely be coming back once the opportunity comes around.

Ms. Susan property is large and beautiful, our family of 7 enjoyed her estate so much and will plans to stay longer in the future.

We loved our stay here! The house was cozy and comfortable. Meli was very thoughtful and left us champagne and sparkling apple cider as well as many snacks to enjoy while we were there. The beds were all very comfortable. We loved hanging out in the living room and enjoyed cooking in the kitchen. The location was more industrial than I realized, but it was an easy drive to get to restaurants and the beach. There is a nice view of the ocean from the patio and out the windows.

This is our second stay at this property. We occupied two units. There is always plenty of space, and it was clean and ready to go. We enjoyed the little details: plush towels, the “nice” TP, etc :) Thanks for hosting us - we’d come back if you’ll have us.

My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful stay at this Airbnb! We came here for a relaxing getaway to celebrate our 20th marriage anniversary. The accommodations were top-notch, and the decor truly set the perfect ambiance for a relaxing getaway. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you need and an impressive spice rack! The highlight was definitely the hot tub — it was amazing and the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring Point Lobos. The views from the property were breathtaking, offering a peaceful, serene backdrop and magical sunsets. Karin was incredibly responsive and friendly. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a tranquil escape. We would definitely like to return in the future!

I always choose to stay at Emrehans when I need a place near San Jose. Very beautiful, clean home/yard, great location. Emrehan communicates well and has been very accommodating to me. Very good price for the stay. Would recommend.

Staying at Seascape was the perfect kid-friendly vacation. The pool was easy to access from our condo and the views were beautiful. The condo's set-up with two bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs and a half bath downstairs was great for our family of 5. The private beach was beautiful - we saw otters, whales, and my son found two perfect sand dollars walking down the beach. It was a little bit of a trek to get down to the beach with three little kids and all the beach gear, but once we were there no one wanted to leave. Several near-by restaurants were delicious, especially the newly opened Dos Pescados. It was fairly easy to get into Santa Cruz too, but we did have to time traffic or it would double the drive time (to almost 45 minutes).