Vacation rentals in San Mateo County

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Guest favorite

Guesthouse in San Carlos

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 587 reviews

Private Garden Cottage

Relax in our cozy cottage nestled in a serene garden setting, the perfect get-away after a day of business meetings or sightseeing. We are close to major Silicon Valley destinations; 30 minutes from San Francisco, San Jose and the beach in Half Moon Bay —with easy access to Highways 101 and 280, as well as public transportation (SamTrans, Caltrain and BART via Caltrain). Our quiet street is an easy 5-minute walk (0.2 mi) from downtown San Carlos with shops and literally dozens of restaurants.

Jul 6 – 13

R2,932 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Boulder Creek

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 428 reviews

Enjoy Private Redwoods from Your Bed or the Deck

Come and visit our own private slice of the REDWOOD FOREST with over 40 trees and large deck to enjoy them. Wake up to fresh mountain air, a view of nature and coffee. After a day of WINE tasting, HIKING, BEACHES, or exploration, bring a bottle back and sprawl in comfort reflecting, chatting, or sipping on the deck. The perfect little getaway spot. Treat yourself to some nature with us. A winter fireplace, easy walking and parking makes this scene. 1.5 miles to downtown Boulder Creek and fun!

Jul 15 – 22

R2,781 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Woodside

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 339 reviews

Stay Nestled in Ancient Redwoods in Silicon Valley

Welcome to our 6-acre home, High Ground, & have our kid and pet friendly carriage house to yourself! The large studio apt with separate entrance has stunning views of ancient redwood trees + the Bay/Mount Diablo. Immediate hiking trails, wildlife, minutes to: Alice's restaurant (5), Michelin-rated Village Pub (15) highway 280 (15) Palo Alto/Menlo Park/Half Moon Bay/Ocean (30), SFO (35) San Francisco (45). Perfect for a northern CA retreat, business in the Valley or sight-seeing in San Fran.

May 28 – Jun 4

R2,330 ZAR per night

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Guesthouse in San Bruno

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews

❤️Newly remodeled SFO Guesthouse, Private entrance

Detached, and perfectly situated cute guesthouse with a private entrance. Ideal for a vacation to explore San Francisco bay area/Silicon valley while staying in a safe and quiet neighborhood. Conveniently located 8 min drive from SFO Airport! 5 min drive to BART/Caltrain station, 2 min walking distance to bus stop and 4 min to EV charging station. Close access to 101, 280 freeway. 15 mins to San Francisco and 20 mins to Silicon Valley. 10 mins to the beautiful Highway 1, Pacifica.

Apr 15 – 22

R2,168 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Redwood City

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 294 reviews

Beautiful Studio

Studio with a private entrance, your own private kitchen, dining area and all cooking utensils, fully equipped. TV 50” with roku, netflix, amazon prime through WiFi. The studio has its own separate heating unit and AC. Bath robes and feather down-quality linen. Well insulated, wheelchair ok Code operated, lock door Minutes away from Stanford. We use eco-friendly cleaning products. Easy parking always available. Comfortable queen bed. Portable cot and bedding available upon request.

Sep 3 – 10

R2,363 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Belmont

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Cozy private in-law suite, close to SFO, fast WiFi

Newly renovated, spacious in-law unit in the Belmont hills with a private entrance and Bay views. This adorable space is cozy and great for a weekend respite or remote work. SFO airport is just 15 mins away. Close by Stanford and San Carlos. Short drive to hiking trails and 30 mins away from the Pacific ocean. Easy access to San Francisco and San Jose, via freeway 101, 280, and 92. 🌞 Solar-powered through the day with battery 🔋 back-up at night. No outages and eco-friendly. 🌲

Sep 17 – 24

R2,108 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Camper/RV in Half Moon Bay

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 205 reviews

Airstream Coastal Hideaway (Sunset)

On 9 private acres overlooking the stunning Beach and Pacific ocean from a breathtaking cliff top view. Stunning sunrises and sunset greet you in this fully equipped new 2023 Airstream. Fully loaded with all the amenities to make your glamping experience perfect. Fire pit, outside BBQ, outside griddle, A/C and fully stocked kitchen. Comes will full bathroom with shower. Truly a rare experience and located within 10 mins of Half Moon Bay shopping. Beach access short walk or drive.

Oct 29 – Nov 5

R6,168 ZAR per night

Superhost

Guesthouse in San Mateo

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews

Cozy Studio 1B/1B w A/C No Pet in San Mateo

This cozy studio is good for a couple vacation. It is also suitable for business trip with high speed WIFI. It is well equipped with all the amenities you need to enjoy your stay! 15 minutes walk to San Mateo Downtown. 11 minutes walk to Cal Train Station, which takes you to San Francisco in 30 min, and San Jose 45 min. If you have a car, you can reach those popular destinations easily: Hwy 101: 3 min San Francisco Airport: 9 min Apple Palo Alto: 12 miles Stanford: 17 miles

Oct 8 – 15

R2,051 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Emerald Hills

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews

Elegant retreat in Redwood City

Gorgeous one bedroom apartment with en-suite bathroom, a spacious walk-in closet, ample light, and stunning views. Private fully equipped kitchen and sitting area allow for very comfortable living. Bedroom and sitting area/kitchen are separated by a door to allow for 2 separate work spaces. All furnishings are selected by a professional decorator and routinely upgraded. This is part of a ~4000 sq ft luxury single family home with 2 completely separate and private entrances.

Jan 31 – Feb 7

R2,358 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in El Granada

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews

Cozy, creekside guest suite with private entrance

Cozy, creekside guest suite just blocks from the beach and the picturesque harbor. This one bedroom unit has been completely remodeled with a fully stocked kitchen, a separate eating/work space and a bathroom with a walk in shower. Drink your morning coffee (host provided) on the furnished deck while listening to the sounds of the running creek and the fog horn in the distance. This unit has its own private entrance and is closed off from the rest of the house.

Aug 29 – Sep 5

R2,792 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Home in Montara

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 274 reviews

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.

Jul 13 – 20

R3,038 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in La Honda

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 381 reviews

Bicycle Shack @ La Honda Pottery

My place is close to miles of hiking and biking trails in county parks and openspace, great views, the beach and not far from the Peninsula, S.F. and Santa Cruz. You’ll love my place because of the location, the people, the ambiance, the outdoors space and that it is a self contained small cabin with a tiny deck.. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and furry friends (pets). Perfect for hikers and bikers.

Jul 25 – Aug 1

R2,222 ZAR per night