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Soak up the Serenity on the Patio of a Charming Cottage
Light the fire pit and dress for dinner in the vine-covered garden at a peaceful retreat with a soothing waterfall. Zen beachy decor and coastal paintings set the scene indoors, with abundant natural light enhancing easy open-plan living. Pets are welcome with a small cleaning fee of a $50 (one time fee) and additional pets $25 (one time fee). The main room is 12'x17'. Closet is 6 1/2' long. Bathroom 4'x5 1/2' + shower 3'3" x 3'3". kitchen 4 1/2' x 8". Simple breakfast served. Your own private entrance, plenty of parking on the street, nice neighborhood. We are available if you have any questions or need information on the area. 2 night minimum please. The cottage is tucked away off the street in a quiet, safe neighborhood where residents walk their dogs in pleasant weather. Nearby downtown Redwood City is home to shops and groceries and freeways and public transportation are within easy reach. There is a bus that runs at the corner of our block, it would take you to downtown Redwood City or travel down the El Camino Real. There is a train depot downtown as well. Pets - 2 small dogs in the main house, 2 outdoor cats.

Private 1 bedroom suite for quick SFO trip withA/C
1 bedroom 1 bathroom guest suite with private entrance. Good for a short SFO trip. But be aware it might not fit family vacation need! Newly remodeled kitchen, full bathroom, Wi-Fi, gas cooktop, coffee maker, toaster, microwave. Soft foam topper queen bed. Convenient for Bay Area commuter, 15 mins driving to SFO airport. Close to 101, 280 freeway. 30 mins driving to San Francisco or 50 mins to San Jose. 15 mins walk to grocery store, Starbucks and restaurants. Easy and free street parking.

San Mateo Getaway Private 2 Bedroom
Bright & spacious 2 bedroom apartment with beautiful backyard in San Mateo. In-law apartment with private entrance dedicated to hosting guests. Located in quiet residential neighborhood, but close to activities for families and singles. Amenities include wet bar area with toaster oven, coffee maker, mini fridge and microwave! Laundry available upon request. Easy access to San Francisco/San Jose via 280 & 101. Close to SFO, Cal train/BART and Downtown San Mateo. Lots of street parking.

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.

A private and quaint gateway on Belmont Hills
Welcome to our cozy Belmont studio! This charming retreat offers a comfortable stay with its stylish design, fully equipped kitchen, and a comfortable bed. Conveniently located in Belmont, CA, you'll be close to vibrant San Mateo downtown, the scenic coastline of Half Moon Bay, and the airport. This quaint studio is tucked away on a small hill, surrounded by greenery. As a delightful bonus, you'll find a lovely lemon tree in the driveway, providing complimentary lemons for your stay.

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. 🌲

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

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

New modern 1 bedroom unit
New modern 1 bedroom/studio unit in beautiful residential neighborhood near the water. Separate entrance that is fully furnished with top of the line appliances and high ceilings. Full size bed. Close access to highway 101, 92 and 280. Plenty of shopping nearby, Bridgepointe Shopping Center and Hillsdale Mall. Need to relax, stroll down to Gull Park to enjoy the water. Kayak and Stand-up Paddle Board available to borrow

New, modern quiet private studio
New modern private studio attached to the main house with a private staircase entrance. Easy free parking in front of the entrance. Located in heart of the Bay Area: 15 minutes to SFO airport, 19 minutes to Half Moon Bay, 17 minutes to Stanford. Enjoy nice views with morning coffee. Ideal for 1-2 guests. Working desk, wifi, tv, comfortable linens, small fridge, microwave and Phillips coffee machine.

Charming Private Quiet Backyard Studio
This charming, sunny, secluded backyard studio is located in the heart of San Mateo, near public transportation, freeways, restaurants, shopping, and 15 minutes to SFO. Private entrance, quiet backyard setting, plenty of street parking. Less than a 5-min walk to Safeway, CVS, Starbucks and restaurants. * To my regular guests, the rate increase is due to SM County increasing the tax rate. *

Cozy 3BR stay w/ fireplace & fire pit
Welcome to your calm Bay Area retreat - a cozy spot for fireside evenings, easy indoor-outdoor living & Super Bowl weekend stays! - Sleeps 6 | 3 bedrooms | 3 beds | 2 baths - Enclosed atrium w/ custom mural - Wood-burning fireplace & backyard fire pit - Kitchen & dining area plus dedicated workspace - Private backyard - fully fenced - Air conditioning, heating & in-unit laundry
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When is the best time to visit San Mateo?
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| Avg. price | G$47,048 GYD | G$52,275 GYD | G$50,393 GYD | G$49,139 GYD | G$54,784 GYD | G$57,084 GYD | G$57,712 GYD | G$56,666 GYD | G$52,066 GYD | G$49,975 GYD | G$48,720 GYD | G$47,884 GYD |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 19°C | 17°C | 14°C | 11°C |
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