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Montara Beach Mountain Escape

Holiday home in Montara with kitchen and balcony

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Escape to Montara Beach Mountain Escape, a charming 1-bedroom cottage nestled in the heart of Montara. Enjoy expansive ocean and mountain views from your private enclosed backyard or take a quick walk to explore the golden sand at Montara State Beach. With Premium High Speed WiFi, Full kitchen, Washer/Dryer and Private parking on property - you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 565 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
The current price is €241
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

Montara Beach Mountain Escape

Your own private mountain escape, stocked with all the essentials, and nestled conveniently next to San Francisco, San Mateo, Half Moon Bay and one of the largest protected pet friendly, biking and hiking trails in the Bay Area. In the heart of Montara, this 1 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with private enclosed backyard for pets/kids puts you in prime proximity to Golden Gate National Recreation Area trail system, Montara Mountain views, the golden sand of Montara State Beach and the beautiful sunsets into the Pacific Ocean. Between the Montara Mountains and Montara State Beach, there are over 10,000 acres of open space to roam around and catch stunning views. Everything in Montara is within walking or biking distance. Wake up to the fresh ocean air and explore the nearby alpaca farm Alpacas By The Sea. Experience awe-inspiring views of the sun rise over the majestic mountains filled with coastal cypress and rare grasslands or choose the vivid sunsets our coast is known for- all in Silicon Valley's own hidden paradise.

• Local restaurants offer take-out and have open patio seating as well as in-house dining.
• Quick walk to and explore the golden sand and stunning sculpted sandstone cliffs at Montara State Beach or Montara Mountain.
• Access the amazing trails in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area & McNee Ranch State Park
• Close to renowned alpaca farm Alpacas By The Sea
• Pet friendly and has a private enclosed backyard for pets/kids (no more than 2 dogs)
• Visit the Point Montara Lighthouse
• Beaches, Surfing, Biking, Hiking trails & Grocery Stores all nearby.
• Expansive Ocean & Mountain Views
• Watch Surfers & Whales
• Close to SFO, Close to San Francisco, Close to Half Moon Bay
• Full kitchen, Washer/Dryer, Internet Streaming TV
• Private parking on property
• Premium High Speed WiFi
• Uber is Easy and Convenient
• Free Parking on Property

CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CLEANING : The Montara Beach Mountain Escape 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

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 are 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

103454

About the area

Map
Montara, CA

What's nearby

  • Montara State Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Pillar Point Harbor - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Mavericks Beach - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Miramar Beach - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Broadway Station - 24 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sam's Chowder House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Half Moon Bay Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Barbara's Fishtrap - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moss Beach Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Caffé Mezza Luna - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Montara Beach Mountain Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Montara Beach Mountain Escape?

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Montara Beach Mountain Escape on 16 Nov 2025 start from €240.92, including 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 Montara Beach Mountain Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Montara Beach Mountain Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Montara Beach Mountain Escape located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Montara State Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Mountains and Gray Whale Cove State Beach. JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and Devils Slide Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Montara Beach Mountain Escape Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

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

Nice and clean stay

Cute property that is definitely worth staying at. The alpacas are a plus and everyone enjoyed them. Location is nice too as thefe are plenty of food options and the beach is close by as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

The perfect beach getaway

This place exceeded our expectations. So cute, quiet, and perfect for our dog and the two of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Perfect stay

The house was spotless, cozy and in a perfect location. We loved everything, it was the perfect start to our vacation! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George V., Hillsboro, OR

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

Beautiful cottage by the sea

Great location, excellent walking paths, great landscaping and fun at Halloween. Our dogs enjoyed the yard, walking the trails and checking out the alpaca’s across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Hidden Gem!

We LOVED our stay. The property is adorable, well maintained and well stocked. It is in a lovely and quiet location. Our favorite part was sitting in the front porch watching the alpacas and enjoying the ocean view. Communication was outstanding. There was a major storm while we were there and they made a point of letting us know there was a generator they would start for us. Beyond 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimbirli M., Reno

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

What a delightful place!!

Beautiful little stand-alone house in Montara! We loved the beautiful neighborhood, with a community garden right next to the alpaca farm (loved the alpacas also!) Quick drive to Half Moon Bay for shopping and restaurants, 2-minute drive to Montara State Beach. 10-15 minutes from other beaches. The home was exactly as described, and the check-in and check-out processes were simple. I had no occasion to have to contact the host. My favorite place of all the places I've stayed in Montara so far!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

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

Weekend getaway with Chins

A perfect place for a weekend getaway with hubby and my Japanese Chins. The only suggestion is to reduce the bottom gate space between the Verbo yard and the neighbors yard. My dogs are small and could have easily slipped underneath to neighbors yard. I had to place table benches on there side against gate to cover.space.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doryann L.

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

Really, really nice!

This was exactly what I was looking for, fenced back yard with green grass and bark chips for our pups. House is very, very cute and well maintained. Nice residential area to walk and lots of restaurants in the Half Moon Bay area. We did have problems getting in using the keypad but was able to reach someone right away and after trying a few times, they sent someone over to get us in. The only negative issue for me was phone service. I have Verizon (which could have been the problem) and could not make calls inside the house even with their WIFI, or using my data. Outside the calls kept dropping.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a cute house! Super clean and comfy. The beds are SO comfy and the towels and linens are soft and smell so good. Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great backyard!!

Great fenced-in backyard for pets and children
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Llamas across the street. Cute place. Dogs loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

alex t.

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

The perfect getaway

We had the best time here! It was beautifully decorated & had everything we needed. The heated floors were an absolute bonus! We were close to delicious restaurants and more importantly right next to the ocean. The alpacas across the street were so cute too! We can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

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

New place close to beach and SF

New place, nice amenities (ex: heated bathroom floor), clean, great decor, and close to beach and San Francisco.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Beautiful property

The home was beautiful and comfortable. Loved the back yard too! And very nice location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

P P.

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

Perfect getaway to the coast

We booked Montara Beach Mountain Escape to celebrate our 9 year anniversary. The space was perfect- very clean, quiet, private, beautiful and comfortable inside. We enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and being close to town. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian A.

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

Clean modern quiet location

We had a great stay! The place is spacious, modern and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, cute place

I love this property and will continue to rent it. The outdoor yard space is great as well, and the communication process is easy. This is my second stay here. My only complaint this time was that the floor had not been mopped prior to my arrival and was quite dirty. I think it was just overlooked, the rest of the property was very clean. Please consider getting some blinds for the back sliding door.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen T.

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

Really cute spot

The house was stunning, a perfect size, in a beautiful location.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda O.

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

Cozy cottage

We loved our stay! Everything was above and beyond what we expected from the cozy blankets to the super comfy bed, heated bathroom floor, fully functional kitchen. All within a walk to Montara beach where my daughter had a beach volleyball tournament. Also nice backyard space if we had brought our dog which we didn’t this stay. Can’t wait to book again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Great little house in a great location

First of all, communication was fabulous, I had everything I needed to check in and check out, and the property managers were not intrusive at all. The place was incredibly clean and well-maintained. It had everything you could want and more. The location is two blocks from great hiking trails and it was so wonderful to bring my dogs, I will definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly H.

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

Vaca House

We had a great stay, the only reason we gave it 4 stars was because there was a "ring/ automatic light camera" in the backyard. There were no shades or covering for the doors that lead to the backyard. it felt like we were being watched thru the back doors. Also, no blinds on windows,or no screen doors! Hard to open and let fresh air in without the bugs flying in the house. However, house was very nice and clean. Quiet location and you can actually see the beach and hear the waves!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine J.

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

Cute cozy cottage

We really enjoyed staying at your cottage. It is so well stocked, very peaceful and in such a beautiful location. There are so many nice touches in the whole house and plenty of room for our small dog to run around.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Alpacas !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is absolutely perfect. We’re still here and already planning a return trip.

10/10 Excellent

Philip D., Petaluma CA USA

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

Thank you

We had a very nice time, thank you! Clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024