Half Moon Bay State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Half Moon Bay Golf Links - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
Manhattan Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
Miramar Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
Pillar Point Harbor - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles
Getting around
Broadway Station - 24 min drive
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Peet's Coffee & Tea - 2 min drive
Flying Fish & Grill - 2 min drive
Burger King - 2 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz
Adorable, small but very efficient cottage with loft and completely private yard and patio. This historic cottage converted from a Speakeasy, sleeps 4 close friends or family members comfortably. This space works for a party of close and intimate relations. The main space is a studio-type layout with kitchenette, toilet, shower and queen bed. The loft also has a queen size bed. Large patio, outdoor swing and fireplace make this cottage an ideal place to relax. Beach is about 500 yards through the neighborhood. One thing to note is this place doesn’t have much privacy. Please scrutinize our pictures closely to make sure this space is right for you.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
Living Large in a Coastal Tiny House Cottage Half Moon Bay
Living Large in a Coastal Tiny House Half Moon Bay
Living Large in a Coastal Tiny House Cottage
Living Large in a Coastal Tiny House Cottage
Living Large in a Coastal Tiny House Half Moon Bay
Living Large in a Coastal Tiny House Cottage Half Moon Bay
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this cottage?
Guests enjoy the cottage's walkable location in Half Moon Bay based on their ratings, and it's a short 11-minute walk from Half Moon Bay State Beach and also 11 minutes on foot from Poplar Beach. You'll also find Francis Beach and Redondo Beach less than a mile away.
Is there parking available at this cottage?
No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.
Is this cottage associated with a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
What do couples enjoy most about Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this cottage, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.
Are there hot tubs at Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage include breakfast service?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 18.1 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 23.6 mi away (40-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz?
Yes, every accommodation at Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz comes with a deck.
Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 102 reviews
10 - Excellent
94
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 102 reviews
8 - Good
7
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 102 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cathy M.
Jul 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
I'll be back! :)
Great little studio cottage with a private yard, and the host is really nice and super helpful.
Cathy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tiffiny C.
Jul 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Super fun and cozy beach cottage!
This was such a lovely stay, near the beach. We loved the feel of the beachy space, indoor and on the back patio. Puppy had a great little fenced in place to play. We were able to cook a couple meals- the hosts were fantastic, responding to unique requests! What a dream. We had a memorable 30 year wedding anniversary here! Highly recommend.
Tiffiny C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anne P.
Jun 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a very nice stay. It's a cozy place with a great patio with lovely landscaping. We spent a lot of time out there. It feels very private. The photos of the property are accurate except for a few minor changes (different chair, lamp etc.) The property is close to downtown Half Moon, easy to get to and in a quiet neighborhood. Thank you to our hosts.We would defintely stay again!
Anne P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Beatrice I.
May 30, 2025
Beatrice I.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
Blake G.
May 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice for a short weekend visit
Property was undergoing some construction upon arrival immedietely next to our shared wall of the unit making the first two hours rather unpleasant with loud cutting and banging. Wish the property owner had simply disclosed this as it was an unwelcomed surprise after a long day of travel. Otherwise our stay was fine. Unit has everything you need but the shower is too small and cracked in a few places and the shower head needs to be replaced
Blake G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Lisa Wynn S.
May 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lisa Wynn S.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sean B.
Apr 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet cottage in a quiet charming neighborhood
No issues whatsoever. Everything worked and was as described.
Sean B.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Debbie G.
Mar 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy & Close to town and Beaches
My first time staying in a VRBO. I stayed two nights so I could explore the beaches. I had so much fun. First, it's in a nice neighborhood where parking was very easy. Separate entry into the cottage. It was very private, quiet and set up really cute. I read all the reviews, and so I brought my own small Keurig and coffee pods. I do this anyway when I travel. There is a sink, a toilet, a shower, also a kitchen area, a small fridge and TV. The one complaint, petty, one ply TP. Don't laugh, you use so much more. Shower head could be made smaller to get better water flow but was not an issue for me. TV was fine with a Roku. I always bring my passwords for Hulu, Netflix and so that was fine. I had some issues with the heat. The remote was really hard for me to figure out. I probably spent more time trying to get it right without wasting energy but I did follow directions with the fan so the heat would stay downstairs. A table would have been nice so I used the end table as my table. It was raining the first day so I could not use the outside table. I had such a relaxing few days and would stay here again. So much fun! Thank you
Debbie G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
John H.
Feb 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Perfect location/size for our stay
John H.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
John G.
Feb 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Time
Amazing time and really enjoy the place. Everything was perfect. Definitely coming back !
John G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dolores P.
Jan 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A Cottage By The Sea
The cottage was nicely appointed, very private, comfortable, cozy and is dog friendly.It is also centrally located to a number of different beaches (including a dog beach) and wonderful restaurants. The owners have thought of everything, including an enclosed backyard, dog towels and a dog bed.Owners were also very friendly and welcoming!Loved it!
Dolores P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
J P.
Jan 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
J P.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
libby b.
Jan 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location and hosts!
We really enjoyed the special touches the hosts clearly intentionally added, as well as the convenience of the location and everything the cottage included. We will definitely be back!
libby b.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amanda S.
Jan 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amanda S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
anthony p.
Jan 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay.
Cozy.
anthony p.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary P.
Dec 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Half Moon Bay stay
Really enjoyed our stay here! A lot of areas to visit. Very dog friendly. Our pups were very comfortable with a nice safe yard for them. Limited seating but we made it work. TV trays might have been nice as there was no where to eat a meal. In better weather the table outside would have been great. Well appointed with everything you need to be comfortable.Fun quirky little studio size unit.
Mary P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vincent M.
Oct 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy cottage
We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable space which is walking distance from the beach. We would definitely stay here again when we visit Half Moon Bay.
Vincent M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
zoe p.
Sep 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Best place ever
This was the most cozy and welcoming property that I have stayed at. The hosts were very attentive and responded quickly. My family and I had just came off a 10 day Alaskan cruise, and the host allowed us to drop off our luggage before check in. Everything was tidy and well kept. The property was conveniently located, we would definitely stay here again!
zoe p.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lou L.
Sep 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
celebration
Very nice cottage and great place to relax
Lou L.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
carol k.
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage
Close to a great beach. Had everything we needed. Nice back yatd
A great spot near the beach, walking trails, and downtown.
David
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lori A.
Sep 1, 2024
Lori A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laurie D., Modesto, California
Aug 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great space close to ocean and trail
Cozy is an accurate word to describe this cottage. Hosts were very clear in the description that this space is for a small family or couples that are very comfortable with it all being one space. But it was just myself and my husband and we really enjoyed our stay here. There are a few things that would make it more comfortable like a table inside to eat or play games but there really is no room for that. Bed was very comfortable and kitchenette was well stocked. We enjoyed the fact that it is so close to the coastal trail, easily walking distance but great with bikes. The patio area is private and cute. There could be a few improvements but all in all it works. We would definitely return.
Laurie D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
Aug 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Paul M.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandy C.
Aug 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Nice cottage. Super cute and clean and the beds were very comfortable. Great location. Couldn't ask for anything more.