San Francisco Bay Area Homestays (27 properties)

This villa boasts unbelievable views of Diablo Valley to the Oakland Hills. It is a custom adobe home decorated with Early California/ Spanish Revival antiques; speaking of the early settlers of Lafayette in the 1860's. Located between Berkeley and Walnut Creek, the Schneider Residence is found in the hills above St.Mary's College, in rural Hunsaker Canyon. Only ten minutes from town and the 24 freeway, the house speaks immediately of another time, a vacation away from the mundane. Terra Cotta floors, high ceilings, commanding views from every window. It is decorated with antlers, saddles, and even a full size bear. Talk about a Kodak photo opportunity! Native California plantings, including cactus on 300 degree patios around house. The house sleeps twelve in luxury. It was was designed with 4 foot wide hallways and handicapped accessible all around the property except for the loft. (If you need to use any equipment like a walker, toilet seat elevator, shower stool, just say the word!) Gourmet kitchen, amenities galore! Lafayette is the center of Lamorinda, three cities known for low crime rates, excellent schools, and high end shopping. From the house you can hear the bells of St.Mary's College in Moraga! We are just up the hill from Wildwood Acres Resort. That makes the home the perfect place for a bridal retreat or rehearsal dinner site! We have also had many small weddings and renewal ceremonies on site. Fabulous for photos! Sleeping arrangements: Master Bedroom: Adjustable split Cal King Tempurpedic bed with private bath with whirlpool tub and double shower. Emma's Room: Sealy Posturpedic Queen with shared bath Katie's Room: Sealy Posturpedic King with shared bath Loft: Cal King and twin bunks with upper deck access Sofa Sleeper: Queen Serta in pool room near sauna and 1/2 bath Telescope, Sauna, pool table, two piano's, wifi, satellite HD TV with premium channels, hot tub, endless pool, indoor whirlpool bath. Ice maker, front loading washer and dryer, ironing board and iron. Outdoor patio heaters, gas and charcoal BBQ's with propane for your use. Paved patios and outdoor furniture to enjoy the views. Fountain near front door, bird feeders with food to keep the birds chirping! Pour a beer, turn on the Giants game and watch the large screen TV from the front patio while the sun fades over the Oakland Hills leaving a spectacular sunset!

This Classic home has been completely renovated to include all the modern comforts and amenities such as Wi-Fi Internet and digital cable, central air conditioning and heating, indoors laundry, yet still maintains its classic charm with its high ceilings, large crown moldings and baseboards, century old closet doors and cabinets, age-old oak flooring.Special attention was paid to the harmony of architecture and lighting to create an cozy ambiance at any time of the day. Kitchen has been remodeled to embody both the classic elegance and the modern utility. Counter tops were done with natural Spanish stone which lends warmth and class in the undercab light to the kitchen. We spend a great deal of efforts to refinish wall cabinets to preserve that century old history.Shopping couldn't be easier with major shopping centers such as the famous upscale Santana Row or Valley Fair within 5-7 minutes on I-280All downtown attractions are within minutes of walk from the property: Convention Center, Center of Performing Arts, Discovery Museum, HP Pavillion and a wide array of bars, lounges, stand-up comedy house and many well-known restaurants such as Il Fornaio, PFs Chang, Scott’s Seafood and of course many eateries that feature a diverse selection of ethnic food such as Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese.Transportation couldn’t be any better with the Virginia Light Rail Station just around the block and the Greyhound bus station and train station right on Montgomery and Santa Clara, which is within approx. 15 minutes of walk or few minutes of driving.

Very cute smartly furnished 1bd/1ba private rustic cottage in the heart of downtown Los Gatos. Enjoy all that Downtown Los Gatos offers including: free jazz concerts with wine and cheese every Wednesday evening, free Music in the Park every Friday afternoon, Farmer's Market every Sunday, diverse retail, great restaurants and pubs, walking trails, and mountain hiking. Smallish kitchen and living room combined but new hardwood floors. Living room has pull out couch for extra guests. Nice size bedroom with queen size bed and walk in closet. New deck. Near Route 17 so expect significant noise outside.

While you vacation San Francisco enjoy smart living in Tiburon, CA. Stunning bay views in an upscale area, with ferry service to Pier 39 Sanfrancisco. This property is in a world-class location featuring a swimming pool and tennis court. This immaculately kept main floor one bedroom, one bath apartment has large windows to enjoy the stunning water views of Richardson Bay and Mount Tamalpias. There is a fireplace to warm your soul and laundry on premise. Sleeps a maximum of 3.Right at your fingertips is the Golden Gate Bridge and Hwy.101. You’re within walking distance to the quaint, safe Town of Tiburon, featuring a variety of outstanding restraurants and shops. From downtown you can catch the Golden Gate Ferry or walk/bicycle a groomed path that extends for miles along the bay. And then there are other world-class attractions departing from downtown Tiburon such as Angel Island, The Sunset Cruise, Alcatraz, and of course, San Francisco.

Luxury executive home suitable for many uses, from quiet vacation stay to holding meetings and small parties. The house features all the typical must-have amenities for a luxury home such as cable and internet access (both wire and wireless) to all the rooms, full kitchen with all stainless steel appliances, bar with sink and wine cooler, plasma or LCD TVs in living room, family room and master bedroom. All rooms have TVs and cable and internet access.To make your stay even more enjoyable we have installed the reverse-osmosis 7-filter system that deliver bottled water quality drinking, the instant hot water dispenser for the quick cup of soup or tea, the Recirculating system so you can enjoy hot water almost instantly at the faucets anywhere in the house.For those corporate clients who have to set up shop at home or cyberspace gamers we upgraded our internet service to 20 Megabits/sec which would satisfy most demands.A luxury living is not complete without the high end entertainment features therefore we install an Audio/Video home theater system with BD Live Blue ray player, large screen LCD high def TV, Cable with free movies on demand, Netflix streaming movies.There are 4 phones in the house that you can use for free for calls to anywhere in the United StatesThe backyard is one of the hightlights of the property with covered awnings, gazebo, cooking facilites, bar.

Stunning Oceanfront Retreat in Dillon Beach Located at beachfront, offering splendid ocean views, Sea Filly, a Dillon Beach vacation rental by owner is a perfect getaway for you. This professionally decorated retreat is also near to many recreational and entertainment venues.Our 4 bedroom holiday vacation rental in Dillon Beach is spacious enough to accommodate up to 12 guests. Three rooms have king-size beds, one room has two daybeds with pop-up trundles making into 2 king beds or 4 twin beds. The master closet also has one of these day beds. The sofa sections combine into larger than a king sized bed making a total of up to seven king-size sleeping surfaces or 10 separate comfortable mattresses. The bathrooms are well appointed as per modern standards. The fully equipped kitchen will satisfy your culinary demands. There is a private gas barbeque grill to gather over some sizzling cookouts. This child friendly vacation home in Dillon Beach for 12 has HDTV, satellite TV, DVD player and video library for you to catch up with your favorite music, cartoons, music and sitcoms. You can also cozy up with coffees and hot chocolate in front of the fireplace. The balcony of our oceanfront vacation house rental in Dillon Beach offers panoramic ocean and mountain views. Other on-site amenities include, pool table, health club, boat dock, restaurant, air hockey and foos ball. Sorry, no smoking and no pets please.Golf aficionados, staying at this vacation home rental in Dillon Beach near golf course will be delighted by the easy access to excellent golfing facilities and opportunities. There is also a safe swimming beach near by. This retreat is also an ideal base for you to enjoy breath taking leisure sports including boating, fishing, windsurfing, kayaking, and jet skiing. This Dillon Beach vacation home rental is also close to numerous restaurants, cafes and diners where you can sample some amazing cuisines along with mouthwatering delicacies and specialties. Shopping centers are also near by to enjoy a fabulous shopping experience.

Live a quiet and secluded lifestyle, in the hills just minutes from UC or downtown Berkeley. This contemporary 1500 sq ft flat is a one-of-a-kind work of art; living/dining room and deck with spectacular bay views, hand plastered walls, open beam ceilings and limestone kitchen and bathrooms. As well as two large bedrooms with private baths, this flat features a study and a family room complete with built in bookcases and ample storage. There's a washer/ dryer and laundry room, too. The kitchen has all new appliances. Comfortably and eclectically furnished and suitcase ready -- all you need to bring are your clothes!E-Mail hillsideretreat@gmail.com. This flat is perfect for a family, two individuals or couples. Located in the hills above the Claremont Hotel this sunny flat is the entire lower floor of a very private home. There is a separate entrance through a handmade gate. If you'd like to make an appointment to see this flat, please contact us with your schedule and some information about yourself and your situation. The day bed in the family room and an air mattress are available and can sleep 2 extra people.

Perfect for the busy working person who wants conveniences in a small footprint. This one bed/one bath studio has everything a single person would ever want: Big-screen Plasma HDTV with cable, a fantastic Home theater system with built-in library, a modern bathroom with body sprays, a compact kitchen with gas cook top, overhead microwave, fridge, sink with water-filter dispenser. There is also a private balcony where you can wind down the day sipping a latte or glass of wine.

1-5 miles from San Jose airport and major high-tech companies such as Flextronics, Micrel, Cisco, Yahoo, Ebay, Adobe, Novellus and Santa Clara University. 10-20 miles to major high-tech companies like Google, The Great Mall, Great American Amusement Park and Stanford University. Easy access to all major highways (101/680/880/237); Walking distance to Townsend Park, Shopping Center (Costco, Ranch 99 Supermarket, PW upermarket), San Jose Main Post Office; Very quiet and safe neighborhood; next to the Golf Course; newer home with high vault ceiling; very spacious master suite (with a very large walk-in closet), master bed set and TV; 2-Stories, 1 bedroom and a full bath downstairs; good "Feng Shui" with bright and open floor plan; large living room and formal dining room. Spacious pantry, upstairs loft; 2 walk-in closets; laundry room equipped with washer and dryer. Beautifully landscaped front yard and backyard; custom designed draperies; automatic garage door; central alarm systems, 3 q-size beds and 1 queen size futon bed. Comments: Credit check might require; Sorry, no pets except disable guiding animal, no smoking ;

Super Private 1 bed cottage Kensington Hills sleeps 3. This is a truly unique vacation rental. So private you can't even see any other homes. Features, your own totally private back yard, washer/dryer, and a full kitchen with a gas stove and Microwave oven. Fully furnished including a movie selection. Access to high speed internet and on Demand Cable TV. 2.5 miles to UC Berkeley. 3 blocks to shops and restaurants. 2 Blocks to a bus stop that takes you directly to the U.C. Berkeley campus and BART Trains. Perfect for a visiting professor or a vacationing couple. Sleeps 2 comfortably but can accommodate up to 3 people. 3 Blocks from the Blakemont Estate which is one of the finest gardens in the world and home to the President of the entire UC system. It is open to the public mon-fri 8:30 to 4:30. One mile to a wide variety of world class ethnic cuisine. The neighborhood is safe and has beautiful and well maintained homes on gracious lots. Please note the unit cannot be seen from the main house, nor can you see the main house from the unit or any houses for that matter.

Fig Cakes Hill is a 1912, brown single house that has just been lovingly renovated as our weekend getaway. Just north of the village of Inverness, Fig Cakes sits on a hill, with a long sloping lawn down to Sir Francis Drake Road and Tomales Bay. Downstairs is a living room with a huge stone fireplace and a dining room with a long table that seats 12. Both of these rooms have double sets of French doors, that open onto a porch overlooking the Bay. The new kitchen has been enlarged, so that now it is a perfect place to cook with friends. It is complete with place settings for 20 plus and plenty of high quality cookware, a Viking range, two Kitchen Aid dishwashers, and plenty of work space on its new concrete counter tops. Also downstairs is one of the five bedrooms, with its own full bath, ideal for anyone who is not comfortable with the stairs. The downstairs is handicapped-accessible. Upstairs are four additional bedrooms. Two have full baths and the other two have half baths and share a brand-new hallway shower room. Four of the five bedrooms have water views, two have king-size beds, three have queen size beds, and two of the bedrooms have private decks. In fact, there is a total of 6 decks at Fig Cakes, two of them large enough for groups to hang out and mingle. The master bath has a whirlpool tub/shower combination. Within minutes, guests can be hiking, walking on the beach, shopping or looking at art galleries in Inverness or Point Reyes Station, visiting the Point Reyes National Seashore, or eating in one of the interesting restaurants in the area.

This little house is beautifully furnished, quiet get-away with a sylvan view over trees, a stream, fields and Pt. Reyes Station with Black Mountain as a backdrop. The deck off the living room is great for relaxing in the sunshine, while the downstairs offers a large cozy bedroom with 600-count sheets and a bathroom complete with a claw-footed bathtub. The dining area can handle dinner for 6-8, and the living room gives you the choice of views, TV, or stereo. Wireless internet keeps you in touch with the world -- if you wish to!!!

“House On A Hill” Yes setting on a level of 10,000 sq. ft flat in the Seven Hills neighborhood. This custom home was completed in 2008. Features 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, chef’s kitchen, oversize master suite of 1000 sq. ft. with break out spaces and retreats, RV and boat parking, 3 fireplace all gas with self lighting and fans. From the moment you arrive and step out of your vehicle you realize the significance of what this home offers. The multi colored stone walls with lighted columns border the front yard. The landscaping them is oriented to early California with 17 palm trees and complementing plants with several fruit tress. The level lot is fenced and has automatic irrigation system with a two zone system and offers a small gardening space for your favorite vegetables. Views views views views: North, South, East or West. Standing in the great room you have unobstructed mountain vista in every direction all at the same time From sunrise to sunset it doesn’t get any better. Awesome!

Come home to Bolinas! When you arrive here, stop, take a deep breath and relax...just a few short steps away, the beach awaits anytime. Then let this wonderful home wrap its beauty around you. A special, one-of-a-kind retreat, built in 1937 and cherished as a get-away from the City for over 50 years -- now it's available to you... With 4 bedrooms and additional sleeping areas, HUGE living room with romantic fireplace, roomy formal dining room and large kitchen -- perfect for gatherings large and small. Perfect for family and group reunions, and weddings have been held here, along with lots of 4th of July gatherings, holiday parties and birthdays -- this great home has made every event very special... In the back, a large private deck area adjoins lawn and gardens, leading to a fenced, sheltered BBQ pit featuring massive redwood table with benches -- the perfect spot to cook out in comfort and style. Hot tub on the deck (4 to 6 people) is ready anytime for a soak and massage. Kitchen is ready for chefs with all appliances, large frig/ freezer, double ovens, dishwasher, all utensils and cooking/ serving amenities. WELL-SUPERVISED CHILDREN WELCOME. This beautiful home has seen several generations of our family grow up. Just keep in mind that little ones NEED TO BE SUPERVISED SO THE HOUSE STAYS BEAUTIFUL FOR ALL OUR GUESTS. Park in the garage, and walk or cycle all over downtown area, the beach, the Little Mesa or the Big Mesa and beyond. Tons of scenic drives within half an hour of Bolinas, including Pt Reyes Nat'l Seashore, Bolinas Lagoon, Stinson Beach, Mount Tam, Marshall/ Tomales or ...? Maybe head into the City for an evening out, and be back to your Bolinas getaway within an hour at evening's end, strolling along the moonlit beach...

The cottage is not in San Francisco but is 30 minutes from San Fransisco in Point Richmond in the East Bay. In general, it is a very convenient location. Please see if it is convenient for your plans before contacting us. If you're not sure, please ask about it. Also, note that the The Annex cottage has a one month minimum stay requirement. We have traveled extensively and collected our favorite ideas for making The Annex a cozy and convenient home away from home. This furnished one bedroom cottage in Point Richmond is set back from the street with a native plant garden between it and the sidewalk. Enjoy the afternoon on the patio in the shade of the oak tree or on the porch in the sun. Enter and there are skylights, tile floors and high ceilings. There is a computer alcove with high speed internet. Utilities are included. However, in addition, there are applicable taxes and a refundable security deposit. For your information, we no longer accept pets. And of course, there's no smoking allowed on or near the premises.If you are interested in a studio for a shorter time, please ask about it.Within short walking distance are all the necessary services such as restaurants and cafes, grocery stores, post office, library, etc. The Natatorium (aka The Plunge ) is newly restored to its 1920's grandeur and open for swimming! Walk up the hill and see the bay with a three- bridge view encompassing Berkeley, San Francisco and Marin. Point Richmond has its own downtown complete with special activities that are advertised in store windows and sandwich boards. Farmers Market from May through October!This unique village in the East Bay is convenient to Berkeley, Oakland, Orinda, Vallejo, the wine country, Marin County, and San Francisco. It is the community closest to Chevron and Vertigo Software. Pixar, Bayer, and Industrial Light and Magic are near, too. Accessible hospitals are Kaiser, Doctor's, Alta Bates and Children's. Schools of higher learning such as Contra Costa College, UC Berkeley, and Dominican University are with a 20 minute drive. Travis Air Force Base and Coast Guard stations are in the vicinity. The cottage has easy access to the Richmond San Rafael Bridge, Hwy 580, 80 and the Richmond Parkway. The Richmond BART station is accessible by bus as is downtown San Rafael.

Our 3500 square foot luxury estate resides on a hill top overlooking the Almaden Valley and the South Bay. You can see the sunrise through the large windows in living room in the morning and enjoy the sunset on the large covered patio in the evening. At night time, you can gaze at the clear sky and bright stars over the city lights of the South Bay. With 5 bedrooms and 1 den, you can comfortably sleep 12 guest or more. We also have a number of sofa beds available for additional sleeping spaces. The home has a large kitchen fully equipped to satisfy all of your culinary needs. The estate is well appointed with custom crown molding, pillars, marble floor throughout, high quality carpeting… With over an acre of landscaped garden, paved yard, the estate is ready to host intimate events and gatherings. Our home is ideal for family reunion, corporate functions, community retreats, sport teams, and large groups of travelers looking to spend time together and have good time. Give us a call and we’ll craft a special package for your event.

Beautiful, comfortable single-family house located in San Francisco's Richmond district. Easy access to many SF attractions including Ocean Beach, Golden Gate Park, golf courses, Legion of Honor, Academy of Sciences, Botanical Gardens, Japanese Tea Gardens, San Francisco Zoo, Downtown San Francisco, Coit Tower, Golden Gate Bridge, Fishermen's Wharf, Pier 39, Lombard St., Chinatown, and more! In addition, this house is conveniently located within walking distance of many restaurants, grocery stores, and public transportation. Around the corner lies the #38 bus line which takes you directly downtown for a fun filled day of shopping and sight seeing!The house is completely remodeled and decorated with elegant furniture. Main floor includes a full kitchen with granite counters, a dining room, living room, work station room, two bedrooms (1 master), and two bathrooms. Lower level features a kitchen, living room, desk for work, two bedrooms (1 master), and two bathrooms as well! Hardwood floors throughout the house! Parking is available for one vehicle in the garage with plenty of sidewalk parking! This house also offers a backyard equipped with a gas barbecue grill for some BBQ time!

Beautiful, comfortable and newly remodeled single-family house located it is the most desirable and convenient neighborhood in San Francisco. Easy access to many SF attractions including Ocean Beach, Golden Gate Park, Golf courses, Legion of Honor, Academy of Sciences, Botanical Gardens, Japanese Tea Gardens, San Francisco Zoo, Downtown San Francisco, Coit Tower, Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, Lombard St., Chinatown, and more! In addition, this house is conveniently located within walking distance of many restaurants, grocery stores, and public transportation 2 blocks away with the #38 bus line which takes you directly downtown for a fun filled day of shopping and sight seeing! The house is completely remodeled and decorated with brand new elegant furniture. Main floor includes a full kitchen with granite counters, a dining room, living room, sun room,half bathroom, upstairs 3 bedrooms(1 master) and 2 bathrooms both with jacuzzi bathtub.Lower level features bonus room with full bath and 2 twin size beds high speed wireless internet, 2 TVs LCD HDTV and hardwood floors throughout the house! Parking is available for one vehicle in the garage with plenty of sidewalk parking! This house also offers a beautiful backyard!

Lovely two-level hillside Sausalito home boasts a bay view from Belvedere to San Francisco (Angel Island, Alcatraz, Berkley, and Bay Bridge in between!). Living room with fireplace and partially open kitchen provides access to the huge deck via a full wall of removable glass doors. Floors range from hardwood to tile or carpet throughout the home and rooms. Living room has a large wood-burning fireplace and television. Gourmet kitchen with skylight on raised platform has bar-style seating on the living room side, all stainless appliances including gas stove, microwave, dishwasher and wine chiller.Master suite occupies the remainder of the top floor. Split bath has a room with his-and-hers sinks, another with deep sunken tub across from toilet/bidet. Bedroom opens onto deck. This in turn connects to the office/small bedroom. Lush landscaped terrace runs alongside the upper floor and terminates in an open parking space.Neighborhood is quiet and residential but not far from the Golden Gate Bridge. No smoking, pets considered by landlord. This is a fabulous getaway for entertaining and exploring the greater Bay Area.Downstairs bedrooms are large and overlook the lush yard. They share a bath with a large shower stall. Central space between the two has a wall of closets, washer and dryer, and opens onto the porch and yard. One of the two bedrooms has direct access to the porch as well. Porch leads to enclosed quartz pebble yard with landscaped perimeter and wild strawberry garden.

A modern, spacious, grand, high ceiling, and gorgeous view house in the Bel Air Hills is available for short term or long term lease. The property benefits from magnificent views from every corner of the house and is furnished in the most fashionable taste. The property is located in the serene area of Bel Air on top of a hill over-viewing the city, the mountain and the ocean. Additionally, the house is only a 3 minute drive to the 405 FWY as well as to the Sunset Blvd.