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Oceanfront Boho Retreat - Pacific Sunset Views 🌅🌊🐳
Remodeled oceanfront home with sweeping Pacific views and whale watching! Ultra clean and comfortable. The perfect cozy boho getaway for couples, families and travelers. 3 bed, 1 bath. • Self check-in🔑 • Directly in front of the ocean with beach access steps away 🌊 • Wonderful restaurants just two blocks away 🥗 • Professionally sanitized✨ • Renovated with smart tech • Fire pit with Adirondack loungers in the front, fire pit with chairs on the back deck • Foosball/Pool/Pac-Man🕹️ • Free Parking

Step back in time on this beautiful classic yacht
Good Luck is a hundred-year-old classic yacht, lovingly restored and ready to transport you to another time while luxuriously spoiling you on your bay area adventure. This dockside charter gives you complete privacy and an amazing nautical experience. Alameda is a beautiful island community in the heart of the Bay, filled with beautiful homes, adorable shops, and many great restaurants. The San Francisco ferry is close by to whisk you to the big city, so why would you want to stay anywhere else?

Oceanfront French Cottage in Pacifica, SFO
Welcome to this Luxurious & Cozy Beach home with direct unobstructed Ocean Views -Modern 2 bedroom 2 baths with fully equipped kitchen. Suitable for 4 Adults and kids under 6. 15 Minutes to downtown San Francisco and SFO Airport. Ideal for a relaxing family vacation, romantic or working getaway!! Warm and cozy facing the ocean and steps to the Pacifica beach and fishing pier, board walk, Sharp Park and short walk to the historic Sharp Park Golf Course. Check out the Guest Reviews for this home!

Coastal Airstream (Sunrise) - new listing
On 9 private acres overlooking the stunning Beach and Ocean from a breathtaking cliff top view. Stunning sunsets. Famous surf views with large windows. Fully loaded with all the amenities to make your glamping experience perfect. Fire pit, outside BBQ, outside griddle, Heat, A/C and fully stocked kitchen. Full bathroom with shower. Within 10 mins of Half Moon Bay shopping. Beach access short walk or drive. If this one is booked, there are three other equally similar Airstreams on the property.

Beach House ~180° Views, Hot Tub, Curated Interior
A blissful coastal retreat with unparalled ocean views, the Ocean Parkway House is nestled on a secluded bluff over looking the Pacific. This unique 1960's Bolinas beach house is a spot to truly relax and unwind. Fully updated with a curated mix of vintage and modern furnishings - our cottage has a mid-century design sensibility with luxuries like Coyuchi towels, a chef's kitchen, Scandinavian fireplace, outdoor rain shower, cedar hot tub, and new heated stone loveseat on the upstairs deck.

Ocean Front Beach Cottage with Hot Tub & Fireplace
Small cottage right on the beach. Very close to San Francisco - 20 min from the Golden Gate Bridge. Romantic getaway. Perfect for couples or as a quiet retreat for an individual. Wood-burning fireplaces in the living room and bedroom. Large deck and personal hot tub overlooking the ocean. Feel free to ask me any specific questions you may have and I'll make sure to get back to you promptly. Please consider signing up for travel insurance in case you have a change of plans or get sick.

Floating condo 'D' on Sausalito's Richardson Bay
Romantic floating condo with breathtaking water views. Relax & enjoy a tranquil escape in style and comfort. Catch the sunrise from your super comfie bed or lounge on the deck with occasional pelicans (or even a seaplane) coming and going. Unique and perfect for a getaway, workacation, or retreat. Golden Gate Bridge is 6 min away. Airport bus stops a block away. Walk/bike path to Sausalito & Mill Valley. Ferry/bus to SF. Free parking Read reviews of this or our 3 other floating condos!

Stylish Houseboat, Stellar Views in Best Location
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable waterfront escape. Bottom level of an updated houseboat with direct access to the floating dock, a full kitchen, and in-unit laundry. Enjoy outdoor gas firepit seating, perfect for sunrises and sunsets. You may even see a seaplane landing during your stay! Walk to the bike path and Club Evexia Fitness Center. Great base for SF, Marin, and Napa. Floating home on the water. Ask about long-term stays. Not suitable for children under 12 or pets.

Newly Updated Guest Suite w/ Sweeping Ocean Views
A dream getaway that's a stone's throw away from the beach! Step inside this crafted home and you'll be greeted by stunning sunsets and ocean views. The living and dining area allows you to soak in the stunning scenery while enjoying a delicious meal. In the evening lay down on the queen size bed and listen to the waves cradle you to sleep. Walk distance to eateries, supermarket and to the outlook where you may catch glimpses of gray whales and dolphins swimming along the coastline.

Ocean/Beach Front 🏖🌊w/ Sweeping Oceanviews🌅🐳🪂
Escape to our oceanfront sanctuary, just 15 mins from SF and SFO. Set on the second floor of a duplex, the large windows offer breathtaking ocean views. Relax to the sound of waves and the scent of the sea; embark on memorable activities like whale watching, surfing, gliding, or simply savoring stunning sunsets. Beach access is just across the street. Recently remodeled, our home boasts new smart appliances and technologies. Immerse yourself in coastal bliss at our enchanting retreat.

Marina Suite
True Marina Waterfront property. Across the street from the beautiful Marina Greens!! With a view of Alcatraz! Welcome to a complete privacy 650 FT² Marina Suite. Living room, one bedroom with 2 memory foam queen size beds and bathroom. Snacks area providing espresso/coffee machine, glass electric tea kettle, microwave, utensils, plates and cups. Walking distance to Fort Mason, Palace of Fine Arts, Crissy Field, and Chestnut Street. Including one car private carport.

Oceanfront Home in Pacifica, CA
Experience the ultimate coastal living with the Pacific Ocean as your backyard on Pedro Point—recently featured on the television series Staycation NorCal: A Golden Baycation. Boasting breathtaking, unobstructed ocean views, this stunning 3 BR 2-bath home offers a serene retreat. Walk to the surf and beach just steps from home. Enjoy sunsets from the deck, cozy nights by the gas fire pit, and catch the Golden Gate Bridge on a clear horizon.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $388 AUD | $324 AUD | $299 AUD | $310 AUD | $299 AUD | $341 AUD | $381 AUD | $334 AUD | $343 AUD | $353 AUD | $319 AUD | $275 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 19°C | 17°C | 14°C | 11°C |
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