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Explore 90 holiday rentals in Half Moon Bay

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Half Moon Bay holiday rentals start at $189 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Find 30 rentals that welcome pets

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50 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
90 of Half Moon Bay holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Half Moon Bay rentals

4.9 Average rating
Half Moon Bay stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Half Moon Bay
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Poplar Beach Getaway - Special Pricing!
Family-friendly, relaxed home located in a quiet residential neighborhood - 1/2 block from the coastal open space, a 10-minute walk to lovely Poplar Beach, and 1/2 mile from scenic Main Street restaurants, shops and cafes. 3 bedrooms with queen beds, two baths, living area, well-equipped kitchen, spacious kid-friendly den and backyard with deck ensure that you have room to spread out and relax after a fun day at the beach or exploring the area. Short drive to San Francisco, Santa Cruz, San Jose.

Santa Cruz A-Frame
This unique A-Frame cabin, in a quiet mountain neighborhood with private creek access, was handbuilt in 1965 and remodeled in the summer of 2024. Now a little slice of heaven on the creek in the redwoods. *5-10 min to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroad, Loch Lomond Recreation Area, the Trout Farm Inn, Quail Hollow Ranch + Felton stores. *20 min to Santa Cruz, beach + Boardwalk. *1 min to Zayante Creek Market (EV charger) Find us on social: Insta @SantaCruzAFrame

Fabulous Beach Get Away - Brand New Beach House
Amazing Newly Built Beach House. Wake-up in this beautiful beach house in a tranquil neighborhood just a short stroll to the beach, walking trails, and restaurants. This beautifully decorated, two story home is perfect for your next beach get away! This house is fully equipped with TV, fireplace, new cozy beds, outdoor fire pit and BBQ, and much more. Enjoy this town which features horseback riding, fishing, boating, surfing, quaint downtown with shops, wine tasting, restaurants and much more.

Stairway to Heaven - 1 bedroom
PLEASE NOTE- we live in a 3 story home and this unit is on the lower level of our home. Also available in a 2 bedroom, this suite features a spacious living room with a fire place, flatscreen TV & a kitchenette with most everything you will need to feel at home. A nice large bedroom with a quality queen bed & linens, a large bathroom with a double sink, tub and shower. The private entrance leads to a patio with stunning views and quiet space. There is a second sunning patio do dine and rest.

Paradise Treehouse & Heavenly Cabin
A soulful and energetic paradise. Beautiful, private, peaceful & wild surroundings complimented with modern luxuries and comfort. A stunning, unique, & unrivaled experience sure to impact you deeply. Soak in the outdoor tub while you plan your next adventure. Just minutes from the beach, amazing hiking, views and biking. Outfitted with organic latex mattresses, down comforters, top of the line appliances, smoking fast internet and a spectacular wifi sound system with world class acoustics.

Luxury Ocean Front & Harbor View Home
Nestled in the quaint fishing village of Princeton by the Sea, just a mile north of Half Moon Bay, this stunning property is the perfect destination for your next coastal retreat. The two-bedroom, three-bathroom beautiful space sleeps up to 6 people and features spectacular views of Pillar Point Harbor and Half Moon Bay throughout the common areas and bedrooms. This is the ultimate in coastal luxury, featuring modern appliances and an open floor plan through all the common areas.

Oceanview Penthouse, Stylish, Walking to Beach
A perfect romantic getaways to this stylish indoor/outdoor Penthouse! We are 10 mins walk to beaches and 15 mins walk to award winning restaurants. There are a lot of fun activities: spending your days on the beach, exploring the hiking, biking, golfing, surfing, kayaking, paddle boarding or just simply kick back relax in this quiet and picturesque property with a panoramic ocean view, enjoying the sunset and the beautiful garden. We are 30 mins to SF or 60 mins to Santa Cruz.

A private beachy pad in Montara
Welcome to Chez Sage! Your own private apartment get-away, with a private deck and ocean views, is just 30 minutes south of San Francisco. The entrance to your private apartment leads you up the stairs to a deck with an ocean peek. Enter your home away from home and relax in the window seat to gaze at Montara Mountain or eat breakfast on the island with peeks of the ocean. Once you're settled, it's just a short stroll to watch the sunset from the beach.

Coastal Cottage Guest House
Guest house is attached to our primary residence but has a separate exterior entrance. The interior is separated by double doors that lock from both sides, similar to adjoining hotel rooms. The backyard is shared by us, the owners. There’s a very real chance you’ll be greeted by our friendly Australian Shepherd, Gracie, during your stay! You may see us in the yard during your stay. Feel free to say hi! Otherwise, we like to give our guests privacy.

Oceanfront w/ Direct Beach Access + New Hot Tub
This private oceanfront retreat offers direct beach access, lush gardens, and a spacious lawn. Walk to restaurants, music venues, and galleries nearby. Relax in the hot tub with ocean views or gather around the fire pit at sunset. Surfer’s Beach and Princeton Harbor are just north, and the Coastal Trail passes by for scenic biking and walking. Enjoy surfing, golfing, horseback riding, swimming—or simply unwind with a cocktail while watching the sunset.

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.)

Beachfront California Coast Airstream_Luxury (NEW)
This spectacular location comes fully equipped with the 'top of the line' 28 foot' Airstream, (Big Sur & Tommy Bahama class limited edition) with horizontal flip rear tail door for seamless indoor/outdoor living. Overlooking a stunning beach, perched high on a cliff this one of a kind experience boasts breathtaking views of the California coastline and Pacific Ocean to create an unforgettable magical experience of a lifetime.
Popular amenities for Half Moon Bay family-friendly rentals
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Game room, 20 min to SF, hot tub, beach 1 block

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When is the best time to visit Half Moon Bay?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $556 NZD | $557 NZD | $557 NZD | $525 NZD | $595 NZD | $660 NZD | $660 NZD | $610 NZD | $604 NZD | $633 NZD | $646 NZD | $734 NZD |
| 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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