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30 properties feature pools

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180 of San Mateo vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Quiet 3ba/2ba HOUSE with backyard orchard. 🏡
For Business or Leisure. Comfortable place with easy check in with a team, smart choice over hotel. Beautiful 3 bedrooms home in nice neighborhood of San Mateo in the heart of Silicon Valley. 10 mins to SFO, 7 mins to Cal Trains, 11mins to BART train. A convenient location just a short hop to San Francisco and Palo Alto. Walk to the beach, running trail with breathtaking bay view, tennis court. Open to long term furnished rental. All 3 bedrooms with premium queen beds and mattresses. New Sofa

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.

Andulore Cottage - Walk to Burlingame Dining/Shops
Welcome to Andulore Cottage! Remodeled home in great location in quiet neighborhood. Walk to Burlingame Avenue shops, restaurants and Caltrain Station! This 1944 WWII era cottage has been lovingly restored, updated and renovated while preserving historic detail and charm throughout. Interior decor of this home is styled mid-century transitional. There are three bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, and spacious backyard with beautiful patio with brick BBQ and fireplace.

Gracious Flat in Downtown San Mateo
Don't miss your chance to stay in this historic mansion in downtown San Mateo- with new elegant touches placed throughout the flat, you can enjoy the old with the new. 3 blocks from San Mateo Caltrain, Philz coffee and all that lovely downtown San Mateo has to offer. Includes free parking & shared on site coin-operated laundry facilities. If you're modern urban people who accept noise from the train/other tenants & love the vibrant downtown diversity, this is the perfect place for you.

Sunlit 2B1B house w/ Deck & Garden on Belmont hill
Escape to this peaceful retreat with new furniture, beautiful garden and nice views over Belmont hill! Luxury like your own home: - Leather sofa & Smart TV - Complete cookware and dining essentials - Big deck with a dining set - Large Private Backyard for relaxation Convenience: - Surrounded by various attractions - San Francisco and San Jose are both half-an-hour away - Easy access to Caltrain, US 101, I-280, and SR 92 - 15-minute drive from San Francisco International Airport

SFO 10 min, Stylish Suite, Walk to Grocery
Ten minutes to SFO, a short walk to Caltrain, and one block from cafés and restaurants— this private San Mateo suite is the ideal Bay Area base for business travelers, airport transits and couples exploring the peninsula. Settle into a comfortable queen bed with room-darkening shades, pull up a dedicated workspace with 789 Mbps WiFi, and unwind with Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, Hulu, or Amazon Prime on the smart TV. Everything is taken care of so you can focus on why you're here.

Hidden French Gem for Fam/Biz~near Caltrain,SFO
Highly welcome respectful travelers to step through the 750ft super quiet European-style private studio with secluded bay view. Curl up in front of the 4K TV for movie nights at this stylish, soundproofed nest with a luxury mattress, washer and dryer! — welcome infant & kids. — Read everything to avoid surprises. — 5 min walks to park, Caltrain/restaurants; 10~13 min drive to SFO/Stanford; 20-25 min SF. — No pets, no smoking/vaping, no party! — book for 3 if need single bed

Modern guest house in great location
Private 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom with your own entrance. Highlights: • self-checkin with code on digital lock • free parking + additional free street parking • professional cleaning and sanitizing • king size bed with premium mattress and linens • located at end of cul-de-sac in a safe and quiet neighborhood • standing desk with monitor and docking station • high speed WiFi • 55” smart TV • Rainfall shower, bidet toilet with heated seat, heated towel rack, makeup mirror

12-Min From SFO, Tastefully Designed, Work Station
Welcome to the Laurel Pad, a home away from home. You'll enjoy the convenience this house offers - fully stocked kitchen, minutes away from amazing restaurants, supermarkets, parks, 13-min to SFO, 25-min to downtown San Francisco, and easy access to major companies around Silicon Valley. This bright and sunny house is tastefully designed and updated to offer functionality and aesthetics. You'll have access to fast wifi and dedicated driveway parking for up to two cars.

Relaxing Backyard Retreat -Spacious + Bright Home
Escape, relax, and recharge at our beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat in San Mateo, perfectly designed for families, friends, and remote workers seeking comfort and convenience. Featuring a modern open-concept layout, this spacious home is ideal for gathering, entertaining, or unwinding in style. Step outside to your private backyard oasis with lush greenery, a cozy patio, and glowing string lights,the perfect spot to enjoy peaceful Bay Area evenings.

Lagoonfront Retreat: 3BR House Near SFO
Our stunning Airbnb listing offers both convenience and relaxation. 5min to multiple supermarkets and 15mins to SFO. Enjoy breathtaking views of the lagoon, modern decor, a fully-equipped kitchen, two comfortable living areas, and three cozy bedrooms with high-quality linens. We provide high-speed Wi-Fi, working desks, and heating for your comfort. We look forward to hosting you and helping you make the most of your stay in this beautiful area.

Cottage on the Water -SUP,Kayaking,Canoeing
Private Club House Water Front. Free use of stand-up paddle board, kayak, and canoe. Private entrance with Smartlock and wifi. Modern studio with full bathroom. and the kitchenette area is fully furnished for light cooking. Conveniently located near grocery, Target, Trader Joes, and restaurants. 5 minutes from Downtown San Mateo, and 10 minutes from SF Airport. Looking to get away from the bay area without actually leaving, nice escape.
Popular amenities for San Mateo family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Private Cottage near Redwood City and San Carlos Downtowns

Paradise Treehouse & Heavenly Cabin

Private Garden Cottage Belmont Hills*Pool*HotTub*

Home away from home in beautiful Burlingame!

Luxury 2BR Apt near Tech Companies and Stanford

Walk to the Beach from this Ocean Front Home

Entire Private Coastal Retreat - Spectacular Ocean

A beautiful Tree house -your own retreat
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Carmelita Creek House

Adorable Garden Cottage near Stanford

Serene Modern Home with Yard & Parking

Cozy private studio near SFO & Downtown Burlingame

Charming Studio

Soak up the Serenity on the Patio of a Charming Cottage

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Canyon Oak House: Private, tranquil with trees
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Rustic Cabin in the Redwoods

Lush Luxury Villa•Sunny Deck & Private Escape•Pool

Poolside Retreat with Views • Private Guesthouse

Little Poolside House near Downtown. New AC!

Coastal Zen Den

Separate entry room near Stanford

3 BR Home on Vineyard nr Palo Alto & Stanford

Private cul-de-sac home in Marin with pool
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