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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

Spacious and charming 1bd apartment on Ocean Beach
Relax at this tranquil getaway across the street from Ocean Beach, perfect for epic sunsets. The freshly reno'd in-law apartment on the ground floor is all yours. I live on the second floor, and there's one other neighbor on the third. Walk to Golden Gate Park. This is a brilliant getaway for advanced surfers; you step right off the beach into our yard. It's convenient to go out downtown, and it's safe and quiet when you come home. Easy Muni access, free street parking, and laundry in the house.

Magical Beachfront SF Bay Retreat 3BR 1.5B
Magical waterfront home on the beach in charming Point Richmond, furnished in tribal art & Asian antiques! Huge bay views from your own big deck over the water, from the lovely living & dining areas, from your master bedroom space, from your modern kitchen - even from your shower! Hear the waves! Enjoy glorious sunsets, and see the evening lights from San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge! New ferry direct to SF! *PLEASE CONTACT US WITH AN "INQUIRY" BEFORE REQUESTING DATES! THANK YOU!*

Stunning Sunset , OceanView, Coastal Home, Trails
Perfect for biz travelers to San Francisco, company retreats, off-site meetings, or family vacation! • stunning ocean view. Sunset • free parking • 15 min SFO, 10 mi. SF, 20 mi. Half Moon Bay • 1 mi. surf at Pacifica State Beach,Pacifica Beach Park, hiking trails • 2.6 mi. Pacifica Pier • 3.6 mi. Mori Point • sweeping hillside views thru-out/w ocean views • full kitchen, washer/dryer, tv/wifi • beaches dotted/w quaint shops/restaurants • privacy & fresh coastal air • Uber is easy and convenient

Mid-Century Modern Home with Waterfront Views
A luxury apartment with spectacular North Bay views in the exclusive Peacock Gap neighborhood, judged one of the top 6 places in the world for year-round climate. Scenic shoreline walks, migratory bird watching, bike trails, golf, and popular China Camp State Park hiking trails make this a perfect retreat. Near Larkspur Ferry to SF. Spacious living area, floor-to-ceiling windows, ultra-comfortable Cal-king bed, en-suite bath with jacuzzi, well-equipped kitchen, and private off-street parking.

Amazing Welcoming Unique Ocean Home
My exceptionally beautiful, welcoming home with breathtaking close-up ocean view is a perfect for your romantic getaway, artist retreat or small family gathering. Come sit in the garden and watch the waves roll in or sit in the hot tub in the moonlight. 3 min walk to Beach, 20 min drive to San Francisco, 15 min drive to Muir Woods. My home is on top floor of building, completely separate entrance and living space. Designated parking. Private use of Hot Tub . No pets, smoking or big parties.

Great Highway Oceanfront studio
Come stay at the only AirBnB located on the historic Great Highway in San Francisco. Come experience what the New York Times includes on it's best places in the world to visit list. This private studio includes a Saatva luxe King mattress, Luxe sheets and down duvet, fire pit, picnic table, and giant back yard with a 50 foot pine tree and clover lawn. This is one of the few rentals that is located directly on beach/great highway in San Francisco. Come enjoy a secluded beachside escape.

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!

Ocean/Beach Front 2B1B Retreat • 15 min to SFO/SF
Unwind in style with breathtaking ocean views and golden sunsets at this remodeled 2B1B coastal retreat—just 15 minutes from SFO and San Francisco. Perched on the second floor of a duplex and steps from the beach, it’s ideal for whale watching, surfing, or peaceful seaside strolls. Oversized windows fill the space with natural light and stunning views. Enjoy brand-new smart appliances, stylish furniture, free under-unit parking, and voice-controlled lights and TV for a seamless, relaxing stay.

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.

Luxury Beachfront Penthouse Near SF (Blue Wave 3)
Leave your worries behind as you step into this exquisite beach-front sanctuary just minutes from San Francisco. This designer penthouse is built around breathtaking panoramic Pacific views via 10' floor to ceiling glass. A gas fireplace and huge terrace ensure your views are always comfortable. Bathroom features extra-deep spa soaking tub. Sleeps up to 6 people on 2 king beds and 2 twin air beds. Central SF 20 mins, BART 10 mins, I-280 to SV 10 mins Dedicated parking space included.

Oceanfront at La Paz in Stinson Beach
Feel at home on the beach...Fantastic views of sand, surf & mountains. 1 BR apt located upstairs in 3 unit building. Max 2 guests. Fully furnished w/full kitchen, patio BBQ, WiFi, Smart TV, queen bed w/heated mattress pads. 1 dog welcome..$75 fee-charged separately once booking is confirmed & accepted by the host. (no cats please). Cleaning fee, AirBnb Service Fee & hotel occupancy tax charged at the time of booking. No occupancy tax: 30+ days stays.
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