Captain's quarters

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Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Half Moon Bay, CA

Capistrano Road Beach
5 min walk
Pillar Point Harbor
10 min walk
Mavericks Beach
3 min drive
San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
31 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Loft

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Office Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

This beautiful second story apartment, completed in 2015, is located in Princeton-by-the-sea on beautiful pillar point harbor in lovely half moon bay, California, 25 miles south of San Francisco, ca and 54 miles north of Santa Cruz, ca just off of scenic highway 1.

This executive style lodging is appointed with a comfortable master suite (California king-sized bed), walk-in closet, loft that can sleep 3-6 people (3 twin beds that convert to king-sized beds), lovely living space with sky-high cathedral ceilings, modern chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances, laundry facilities, breathtaking dining and entertainment area with fireplace and deck. High-definition, Smart TV and complimentary WiFi. Perfect for entertaining or relaxing after a day on the water or at the beach. Ocean views abound from every window. Well located for your San Francisco bay area vacation or short-term rental for relocation.

ABSOLUTELY NO LARGE PARTIES ALLOWED!!

Property manager

Ab Goldstein

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Parking available

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Not toddler or baby safe

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Half Moon Bay

Located near the beach, this apartment is in El Granada, a neighbourhood in Half Moon Bay. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Burleigh H. Murray Ranch, while Peninsula Museum of Art and SFO Museum are cultural highlights. JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and University of Surfing are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Half Moon Bay, CA

What's nearby

Capistrano Road Beach - 5 min walk
Pillar Point Harbor - 10 min walk
Mavericks Beach - 3 min drive
Miramar Beach - 7 min drive
Naples Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

Hayward Park Station - 24 min drive
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
‪Sam's Chowder House - ‬18 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
‪Half Moon Bay Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
‪Barbara's Fishtrap - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain's quarters pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Captain's quarters?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain's quarters?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Captain's quarters located?

Located in El Granada, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Capistrano Road Beach and Pillar Point Harbor. Pillar Piont Beach and Mavericks Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

28 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

my stay

I've stayed there before, all great

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

8 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Location was awesome. Place was awesome. We had a great time and hope to be back!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karmela C.

11 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Place!

My friends and I stayed to celebrate our 50th birthdays and we loved everything about the place! It was clean, well decorated, the perfect location and there were nice touches and amenities throughout. The owner was super kind and responsive, and was really flexible about our check-in/out time. Overall, an excellent experience!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacie C.

5 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary Weekend

Had a awesome time!! Great location walking distance to everything. Highly recommend it!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

margo c., walnut creek ca

18 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

This property was wonderful. It had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. If you have an older dog, please be aware there are a lot of steps to the upstairs apartment. Very quiet and perfect weekend!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

andre b., Belmont CA

7 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staying at Captain's quarters, Half Moon Bay

This is a great rental. The owner was great, easy to communicate with and very responsive. The view from the deck is amazing, the kitchen, dining room and living room layout was awesome. The kitchen was very well equipped with everything you need including a lot spices, salt and pepper grinders, etc. All the beds were very comfortable, master bedroom and lofts have plenty of space. All pictures for this listing are very accurate except the view is more spectacular than the pictures on the site. Location s also great as we were walking distance to the Maverick's House (wedding ceremony) and to several nearby restaurants and bars. We highly recommend this rental. We plan on staying here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

17 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation rental

We rented a total of 3 VRBO on this trip and this was our favorite. It was decorated so cute. Everything was available that we could have needed. The location was wonderful within walking distance to bars and restaurants. Ab was very responsive and pleasant to work with. Grateful to have come across this beautiful rental in Half Moon Bay.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

taylor k.

31 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

captains quarters indeed!

we booked this rental for the boy half of our wedding party! our wedding was a friday and we booked the place wed - sat for the the groomsman to stay (this location was next door to our venue). we ended up needing to book an extra night (tues) and ab was more than accommodating! was thoughtful and communicative and even dropped off some bagels for the gang. we did have the entire wedding party over for dinner thursday and were a bit loud, which caused a bit of an issue. we responded promptly to his concerns and it felt like things were resolved. the space itself is gorgeous, with natural light and more than enough space. looks out on the water, seamless to get in an out of, and ideal location. would recommend this vrbo to any responsible, respectful group (:

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P., Bourbonnais il

8 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great spot in a sleepy beach town

Great experience all the way around. From check in to check out….super easy. Well equipped kitchen and loft. Can walk to lots of places for food, drinks and hiking. We enjoyed our time here a lot.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

1 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First Class

The Captain's Quarters exceeded our expectations. The layout and design of the house is perfect to take advantage of the location which has wonderful views to the harbor and surrounding hills. The home although large and spacious feels very warm and welcoming. We didn't want to leave.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

29 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Captain’s Quarters! The property is beautifully appointed and very clean. Plenty of room for our family of four (our boys loved the loft space!). Absolutely beautiful views of the harbor and all the way to Mavericks on a clear day… we can’t wait to visit again! Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G., Michigan

27 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Location

Spent a wonderful relaxing 21/2 weeks at this comfortable modern apartment. Ab is a great host and the apartment is clean and well equipped. There is so much to do in the area - hiking, golf, good restaurants. We will be back!

Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth Y., Menlo Park

1 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenaded by the harbor seals and foghorn

Very comfortable and well-equipped flat.

Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

James R.

27 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay for nearby wedding

My daughter was married 4 doors down from this awesome home., at Mavericks House. We had friends and family coming and going, working on floral arrangements, and getting ready for the wedding. The home was awesome and Ab the owner was so accommodating. Neighborhood is up and coming with outdoor venues with live music just a block away. A++

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paige J.

26 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pillar Point Beach House

Fabulous rental property. Clean an beautifully decorated.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

3 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay

An is so accommodating. Love the unit.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lenn F.

3 Feb 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay.

Wonderful

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary & Carla V.

11 Dec 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A must stay!

Absolutely love the Captains Quarters! It’s so clean with colors that give off such a serene vibe. Beautiful view of the ocean and sea lions. I’d stay here time and time again. Already looking forward to our next trip.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

8 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Harbor getaway on the water

This was my first VRBO rental, given my background in the hospitality industry, and this property far exceeded my expectations. Ab, the owner, could not have been more gracious and kind. Thank you for your warmth and hospitality!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

escape to the coast

Very comfortable, clean and spacious for a family of 4 and possibly up to 6 or 8 even. Ab was a wonderful host, friendly, communicative. It was lovely waking up to the sea lions and pelicans and sounds of the waves lapping on the shore. Good easy biking nearby and plenty of beaches to explore. The harbor is perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding too. We didn't want to leave!!

Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robin A.

9 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Almost perfect!

We had such a great weekend here! There were several restaurants that had patio or indoor dining, and all had take out. We hiked up to Pillar Point Bluff and enjoyed a picnic at the top. The home is very cozy. It was spotless! The attention to detail was everywhere. The decor is well thought out. And it's comfortable. You can spread out and not be bumping into each other like in a hotel room. The couch was a little too soft for my back, but that is minor. It was really great to hang out on it and watch TV, play a game, or read. The kitchen is set up to prepare a full meal, or, like us, make our coffee and tea (provided) in the morning. The bathroom is thoughtful and the shower is really nice. The pressure was good. We slept so well with the high quality bedding and excellent mattress. We had a few things we didn't love, but it didn't take away from the great time we had. The view - while the water is so close and is viewed from the patio, there is a building directly in front of the home which is in front of you if you're sitting outside on the patio. Not private, but that was okay with us. We knew before we reserved the space this would be the case, but the upside is the water is so close and it is visible from all the windows. And the toilet paper was one-ply. The whole space consists of high-end, expensive furniture, appliances, and decor, so the one-ply doesn't belong in such a nice place. And lastly, the wifi was very slow. We tried to watch the musical, Hamilton, on TV, and couldn't, which was unfortunate, but not the end of the world. We would definitely stay at Captain's Quarters again. And Ab was communicative and prompt. Thanks for letting us stay at CQ!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

13 Mar 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful Nest near Pilar Point

We just returned from a wonderful two day stay. This property is amazing. It is immaculate! Ab is wonderful to work with as he is very flexible for check-in times, etc. We love to cook, and the kitchen it wonderfully equipped. A ++++

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

24 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Had a wonderful weekend getaway with girlfriends at this charming home! Location was perfect as we walked everywhere. Can’t wait to stay here again!! Thank you for the wonderful hospitality!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne M.

8 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

best ever

this was the best stay we've had in a long time. coordination was super easy, the property and location were absolutely lovely. would come again in a heartbeat.

10/10 Excellent

lisa d., Roseville

7 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

HMB Delight

Great place and location. Walking distance to Mavericks beach and all the cool restaurants in the harbor. Super clean, well stocked kitchen with everything you need for cooking any meal. Ab was easy to work with and ver accommodating. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019