We loved our stay in Montara! It was quiet and cozy. And had good access to so many great places we wanted to enjoy and explore.

There were a lot of nice, homey touches that were well beyond what most hosts do. There were no issues and we enjoyed our stay.

Great time spent at a really great place! The view is fantastic! We had a little trouble finding it in the dark, but Silvia came out and met us. The rest of the weekend went smooth. Highly recommend!

I loved the place. Does not have a kitchen but that was my fault for miss reading. Great place.

We had a wonderful time staying in Montara at James and Sylvia’s tucked away retreat, just minutes from the beach and spectacular coastline of northern California. The hosts are most gracious and welcoming and knowledgeable about what’s available to experience during our stay. The apartment is spacious, clean and inviting and a great jump off to the historic and artful downtown of Half Moon Bay as well as to the exhilarating beaches and hiking trails along the pristine coastline. This is a great place to stay!

I loved the place. Does not have a kitchen but that was my fault for miss reading. Great place.

What a lovely property, in a beautiful area! Silvia and James' apartment is warm and cozy, and even though it is off of their house, it feels completely private. Lovely decor, and the patio is open for use to view the ocean across the street or the wildlife that comes through the trees (we saw deer one day). While no full kitchen, the apartment had all the essentials for me, since I was planning on eating two meals a day out in restaurants as part of my vacation. The area is beautiful, with dog-friendly beaches, restaurants and activities, and an off=leash dog park in Half Moon Bay. The night before I left, Silvia called and left a message for me to ensure that I knew about a festival in Half Moon Bay which could impede my travel home. Overall just a lovely experience, with very thoughtful owners who were readily accessible if needed. It was my second stay there and I definitely would go back again!

Great host!

Great host!

My husband and I came for a relaxing weekend with ocean views. We really enjoyed our stay. We were close to everything we wanted to explore and the hosts were great! If we come back to this area we would book this location again. Very Happy with our choice!

Everything about this rental was easy and comfortable. It was equipped with everything we needed, plus a view of the lighthouse. We mentioned we might want to do some crafting while there and the owner offered a perfect table for that and left it in the unit for us to use. The hosts were super: a bottle of wine was chilling for us when we arrived, and Silvia left fresh baked cookies (attached to our car door handles) for us the morning of our departure.

Everything about this rental was easy and comfortable. It was equipped with everything we needed, plus a view of the lighthouse. We mentioned we might want to do some crafting while there and the owner offered a perfect table for that and left it in the unit for us to use. The hosts were super: a bottle of wine was chilling for us when we arrived, and Silvia left fresh baked cookies (attached to our car door handles) for us the morning of our departure.

We had the most amazing 2 night getaway at this gem of a place! Owners spared no detail as everything was perfect! Welcome drinks in fridge, snacks to munch, abundance of coffee and more! The space was comfortable and kitschy with lots of eye candy! The outdoor deck was amazing abs relaxing with views of the ocean and greenery. We have never seen such lush succulents! Quick drive to Half Moon Bay with its wonderful shops and restaurants, and close to numerous fabulous beaches! Would definitely recommend and revisit!

Pleasant experience

Absolutely fantastic place to stay. We sincerely wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy everything they have to offer. All the standard amenities, but the above and beyond touches were dearly appreciated. From the snacks and the wine that call your name after a long day hiking the San Francisco hills, to the cozy bathrobes available for those chilly coastal mornings. The hosts were extraordinarily accommodating and responded quickly to our inquiries. The location was perfect for what we were looking for. San Francisco is very accessible, and we easily day tripped down the famous Pacific Coast Highway to Monterey Bay. Montara's large beach is only a couple minutes away by car, and Half Moon Bay is a brief drive south. The hosts provide a fantastic guide to the area, and we personally recommend the quaint coffee house Here Comes the Sun Coffee just up the road. The place could easily be a home base for California adventuring, or just a quiet and relaxing getaway. Highly recommend!

Super clean and cozy. Ideal location. Hosts were easy to reach and responded quickly, though we had no issues. They checked in to replenish items as needed. The days were chillier than we anticipated for July, so it a was great to have heating options and extra blankets Gherkins and Tres Amigos are two nearby dining experiences we’d recommend for super casual and good food.

Super clean and cozy. Ideal location. Hosts were easy to reach and responded quickly, though we had no issues. They checked in to replenish items as needed. The days were chillier than we anticipated for July, so it a was great to have heating options and extra blankets Gherkins and Tres Amigos are two nearby dining experiences we’d recommend for super casual and good food.

Good location near the beach and hikes without the hubbub of Half Moon Bay

Good location near the beach and hikes without the hubbub of Half Moon Bay

It was a nice quiet neighborhood and super easy commute in/out of downtown San Francisco. It does back up against a natural estuary area which means be ready for random critters roaming the deck, as we witnessed, with a nice water, sunset viewing from the deck.

Thanks very much Sylvia and James. This is nice pleasant and comfortable place to stay. We will be back! Thank you for everything. We were pleased to meet you both. Cheryl and Jody

Excellent location, amazing views, very thoughtful additions to the room (wine, snacks, games), and lovely hosts. Hope to be back soon!

We enjoyed how close it was to the ocean. The view was remarkable. Love, loved all the plants/flowers.

This space was so neat and tidy, and we were very comfortable here with our furry friends. We enjoyed the lovely view from the deck and easy access to the ocean. We were visiting San Francisco while on a roadtrip, and this spot worked out great for us! The hosts were super accommodating and friendly. Great communication. We truly enjoyed our Montara stay! Thanks!

This space was so neat and tidy, and we were very comfortable here with our furry friends. We enjoyed the lovely view from the deck and easy access to the ocean. We were visiting San Francisco while on a roadtrip, and this spot worked out great for us! The hosts were super accommodating and friendly. Great communication. We truly enjoyed our Montara stay! Thanks!

Residential neighborhood with panoramic ocean views.

Residential neighborhood with panoramic ocean views.

While it’s a little dated, it’s well kept. Super friendly hosts.

While it’s a little dated, it’s well kept. Super friendly hosts.

This was our second stay with James and Sylvia. It was just as delightful as our first stay in November 2021.

This was our second stay with James and Sylvia. It was just as delightful as our first stay in November 2021.

We spent two nights here and it was great. The place was clean, very spacious and centrally located. We would definitely come back again.