
Apartment holiday rentals in San Mateo
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Explore 150 holiday rentals in San Mateo

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
30 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Find 50 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
60 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
60 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
150 of San Mateo holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across San Mateo rentals

4.7 Average rating
San Mateo stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
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Floating condo 'A' 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 KING 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!

Mount Tamalpais View — the Heart of Marin County
Stunning views of Mount Tamalpais off the deck. Modern appliances, quartz counters and oak hardwood floors. Large windows and french doors allow year round sun. Enjoy hiking and mountain biking at trailheads just a short walk or ride down the road. Make the drive to West Marin and the Wine Country. A cozy lounging space to work remotely, watch movies and local TV or write/create/dream in a space that inspires with sunlight and views. Stroll downtown for music, dining and the Rafael Theatre.

Modern Oceanview 2-Bed Apartment Home
Located in just 5mins walk from the beach, this freshly renovated apartment home has a style of its own. Yet, it is the Pacific Ocean views and all of its marine life, that captures your attention from the moment you open the front door. Beautiful, fully equipped modern kitchen, with large aisle, from where you could enjoy a cup of morning coffee while gazing at the ocean waves. Spend your evenings on the large outdoor patio with electric BBQ grill while enjoying timeless Pacific sunsets.

Gracious Flat in Downtown San Mateo
Don't miss your chance to stay in this historic mansion in downtown San Mateo- with new elegant touches placed throughout the flat, you can enjoy the old with the new. 3 blocks from San Mateo Caltrain, Philz coffee and all that lovely downtown San Mateo has to offer. Includes free parking & shared on site coin-operated laundry facilities. If you're modern urban people who accept noise from the train/other tenants & love the vibrant downtown diversity, this is the perfect place for you.

Light-filled apartment in heart of Palo Alto
This completely private 1-bedroom apartment is furnished exclusively for Airbnb guests. After years of staying in Airbnb rentals ourselves, we set out to furnish this space to have everything we love in a short-term rental: nice sheets, fluffy pillows, plenty of light (but also black-out curtains), an easy-to-use TV, and cooking supplies. Right in the heart of Palo Alto, it is near Stanford University, Stanford hospital, and the bustling restaurants and shops of University Avenue.

Secluded Ocean View Apartment / Hot Tub
Whale migrations have begun! Perfect for a romantic/meditative retreat or business travelers seeking a sense of home. Enjoy the views and sounds of the Pacific. Watch sunset from the Hot Tub / patio / home. BBQ a local catch on the gas grill. Short WALK to Point Montara Lighthouse & beach, golden Montara Beach, Fitzgerald Marine Reserve tide pools, local wine room. Just off picturesque HWY 1 we are just N of Half Moon Bay, 30 Minutes S of San Francisco, 1hr N of Santa Cruz.

Muir Beach - Pacific Retreat
This 1-bedroom, first story unit is perfect for your escape. Steps from the beach and hiking trails makes this unit the cornerstone to a great relaxing or adventurous vacation. This downstairs unit is quiet, private and recently remodeled. This unit has a 50" TV with internet TV, WIFI, full size couch, full-size kitchen and a luxurious king-sized bed. The outside deck is the perfect location to take in the amazing views, relax and recharge for your next beach adventure.

Steps to Beach Ocean Retreat / Private Entrance 2
You'll be just steps from Francis State Beach and the Coastal Trail and blocks from downtown Half Moon Bay with its various restaurants, bars and shops. Park your car for a few days and relax in a quiet setting with views of the ocean and mountains and the sounds of the waves. The ground floor of the house will be yours with its large private bedroom suite, living room/bar, outdoor patio and large backyard. (Please note that there is no kitchen.)

Beauty in San Carlos! 1 large bedroom apartment
Newly beautifully remodeled large corner unit with quaint views, this one bedroom apartment is in an Excellent location, walking distance to downtown San Carlos, to fine restaurants, parks, library, coffee, shopping, 30 minutes from San Francisco and San Jose and just minutes from Palo Alto Stanford and Menlo Park, Redwood City and San Mateo Assigned gated parking space, laundry room in the building: http://www.tourfactory.com/idxr1906024

Mill Valley Stunning Studio
This private studio boasts amazing views of the golden gate national recreation area and easy access to hiking, Marin, and San Francisco. You’ll have a private entrance and the unit includes a queen bed, tv, kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator, and a full bathroom with a jacuzzi tub and shower combo. We also recently upgraded the hvac system so you’ll have heat and air conditioning to make your stay more comfortable.

Spacious & Luxurious 1 BR w/Pool & Free Parking
Welcome to our Luxurious 1 bedroom located in Menlo Park! Our unit is situated in the luxurious Anton Menlo Apartments, which boasts a range of amenities for our guests to enjoy during their stay. Our unit features a spacious and fully furnished living area, comfortable Queen size bed, with a large modern bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen with all the necessary appliances and cookware to prepare your favorite meals.

LuxoStays l! ! Lovely 2BR #SFO #Train #Laundry
*Entire Home-No sharing* Conveniently located! This spacious apartment is only 5min to SFO, 1-2 blocks from Starbucks, Walgreens, and other stores that you'll need! Many restaurants are right around the corner to eat at. Free Shuttles, Caltrain, Samtrans, and freeways are just blocks away. Longer inquiries are very welcome. Inquire even if the calendar is blocked off Send us a message now to secure your booking!
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Modern + Spacious 1BR/1BA Merced Manor Apartment

Brand New Modern Luxury Unit | Walk to Downtown

Dazzling Modern Home Near DT Palo Alto & Stanford

Lovely Gorgeous View Walkable Location!

Cozy Bay-view Apartment Near SFO

Lakefront Retreat • Water Views.3Beds1.5Bath

Private Studio in Burlingables

Cozy in Heart of San Mateo Restaurant Scene w/AC
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Charming furnished studio

The Pacific - KING bed, 1.5 blocks to downtown

Garden Ocean view Apartment

Private Studio in central BayArea location

Quiet 1BR • Garden Retreat • Parking + Laundry

Homey 1BR APT in SSFO | w/ Washer + Dryer + WiFi

KingBeds2b2ba Townhome Apt! Near Stanford CalAve!

Beach Studio, Parking, Backyard
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Amazing Welcoming Unique Ocean Home

Cozy 3BR Near SJC

Luxe Apartment Downtown San Jose w/ Gym, Pool

Artsy 2BD Loft, Pool & H/tub

SF Coastal Escape • Hot Tub • Game Room • Hiking

Claremont View

Lake Merritt Oasis

Cute 1B1B Apartment near Levi’s Stadium SJ
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $289 AUD | $335 AUD | $289 AUD | $245 AUD | $294 AUD | $277 AUD | $254 AUD | $299 AUD | $277 AUD | $270 AUD | $270 AUD | $277 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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