San Carlos sits about halfway between San Francisco and San Jose in San Mateo County. It is a small city that has a long and rich history associated with it. Frederick Drake, the Father of San Carlos, called it the “City of Good Living.” True to its name, it offers plenty of things to see and do. There is Hiller Aviation Museum proudly showcasing many exhibits, and then there is the Bay area offering all things fun. The local book store called “The Reading Bug” is sure to leave you spellbound. To experience all these, you need to be in the city for at least a week. Check out our list of the nine best Airbnb vacation rentals in San Carlos, California.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Impressive house with a warm interior (from USD 263)
Situated atop a hill, this gorgeous house is surrounded by natural beauty. Prepare yourself a cup of coffee or breakfast in the fully equipped kitchen and enjoy it on the balcony. Inside, there’s a huge bedroom, with a queen-sized bed, good for two guests. Although it is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this property is not too far from downtown. To reach the entrance, guests are advised to follow the well-lit path. Overall, this rental can accommodate up to four guests.
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the apartment was as described - great views lots of thoughtful touches (every spacious and had all the furniture and accessories we need to make our stay comfortableCleanliness:
the space was very clean and beautifully decoratedquiet residential neighborhood and extremely cleanit's a very peaceful and extremely clean spacethe apartment is spotlessly clean large extremely private and there is nothing that you could want forthe decor is amazing and the house is spotlessHost:
raj and monika are wonderful hostsgreat hosts with great communicationmonika was a great host and very communicativeraj and monika were great hosts highly recommendand wouldn't let me replace it too kindRead more reviewsLocation:
the location: this house is located in one of the best neighborhoods in the bay areaclose to palo alto airport and minutes away from 280 which is a beautiful drive to san franciscothe bed was super comfortable and location very convenient to downtown san carlos and its restaurants etci found my perfect place to stay in the bay areathis place is truly outstanding
2. Stylish house with amazing views (from USD 124)
This beautiful studio with a private entrance is suitable for couples, solo guests, or business travelers. It is a single-floor unit that features a bedroom with a plush queen-sized bed. Work can be accomplished in the dedicated office space with high-speed Internet, while cooking can be done in the well-equipped kitchen. Guests get access to the free on-street parking as well as the pool. Overall, it’s a cool place to spend a vacation with your better half or friends.
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the pool and view is delightfulnice view comfort bedperfect stay for two the pool and the deck in the back with a view was awesomelooks just like pictures has portable a/chad fun in his pool and the view was breath takingCleanliness:
super clean super friendly would recommendclean comfortable and convenient stayplace is very clean upon arrivalvery clean and easy to check invery clean with accommodations met our needsHost:
kai was a wonderful hostkai was a great hostkai was a great hostkai was an outstanding hostnice people great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great value in a beautiful locationthe location was nice about 30-50 minutes by car (depending on traffic) to downtown san franciscothe location was very close to family that we were visiting so that was a huge draw for uswould definitely recommend for those who want to live in the center of peninsula but close to sfgreat location for us to get to an early morning appointment the following day
3. Family-friendly apartment near local amenities (from USD 130)
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is a great place to stay, especially if you are traveling with a baby. It is in close proximity to local amenities and attractions. The kitchen comes with all the essentials that you might need for whipping up meals. The bathroom is spotless and features a walk-in shower. The common space has a TV and workspace. The entire house has been designed with a lot of safety features for babies too. Moreover, free on-street and on-premise car parking are available for guests’ use.
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it is nicely appointed with comfy bed furniture kitchenware artwork etcCleanliness:
a charming apartment - very clean and comfortableclean and comfortable and i’ll be backhis place is well cared for and very clean) the flat itself looks just like the pictures was well stocked and very cleanthe apartment is in excellent location in san carlos and it's really nice - clean well furnishedHost:
kevin was a great hostaaron was an amazing hostkaty and aaron are excellent hostsaaron and kate were wonderful hostsand aaron is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful stay at a cute apartment in a great locationideal surroundings with trader joe's drug store grocery stores restaurants and bart at walking distancesthe location is great with a 10/15-minute walk to the shops and restaurants in downtown san carlosgreat location walking distance to everything we needed quiet and relaxing spaceawesome location- right down town san carlos
4. Pretty stand-alone cottage close to the freeway
Set in the middle of nature, this cottage screams beauty and serenity. It is a two-bedroom cottage comfortable enough to accommodate five guests. Guests can cook delicious meals in the kitchen with all the essentials. The living room is cozy with a smart TV and comfy furniture. There is also a dedicated workspace, and guests can connect to the Wi-Fi anytime. They also get free on-premise parking too. There is also a beautiful gravel path with a cute fireplace.
San Carlos, California, United States
3.0 km (1.9 mi) from Hiller Aviation MuseumAccommodates: 5
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the house is very comfortable as shown in the photosin the evenings we also appreciated the access to a variety of tv programming through apple tvgreat spot--everything we needed for a comfortable staycomfortable space and beautiful areaCleanliness:
their place is amazing beautiful new/modern very clean and quietthe space was like the pictures and was very cleanthe space is large comfortable and sparklingly clean so many thoughtful touchesnicely appointed clean space well located and extremely responsive hostswas really clean and had great amenitiesHost:
host was very responsivethey are lovely hostshosts were very responsive as wellvitaly and kate are fantastic hostsvitaly was extremely responsive and a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location on a beautiful propertygreat location in a super quiet neighborhoodgreat place in a lovely quiet locationbeautiful location set up in the mountainsgreat place to stay great location
5. Cozy cottage with garden views (from USD 134)
This cozy cottage is a great accommodation option to look at if you are considering going to San Carlos on a romantic getaway. Located in a garden setting, it is within a convenient driving distance to numerous attractions in Silicon Valley. Plus, the property is in close proximity to a variety of shopping and dining options. This cottage features skylights that make the space airy and well-lit. The large windows afford stunning garden views. If you are driving down to the location, you can avail yourself of the free on-premise parking.
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we appreciated the coffee maker in the room and the sweet coffee cupsi absolutely loved the super comfortable sheets and marlena was extremely nice and accomodatingthe cottage is comfortable and beautiful with an equally beautiful garden to enjoymarlena’s personal touches to make you comfortable is very welcoming and the cottage is absolutely beautifuli had a great stay - the cottage was comfortable quiet and well appointedCleanliness:
a perfectly clean and comfy spaceclean cozy with thoughtful extrasvery lovely cottage exceptionally clean and comfortablevery clean and easy check in processthe interior is very clean and newHost:
the host was so welcoming and communicativesuch amazing hostswonderful host- very accommodatingvery nice place and hostmarlena was a great host - quick to respond to any any questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is wonderfulgreat location and valueand super close to great restaurantsperfect location park like landscapingthe location is awesome - great neighborhood within walking distance of excellent restaurants
6. Gorgeous house overlooking a beautiful creek (from USD 207)
San Carlos is a beautiful city lined with mature oak trees, and this house offers guests a pleasant stay in the bosom of nature. This is a fully furnished house featuring a full-service kitchen, a private workspace, and an entertainment system with cable TV and free Wi-Fi. Guests have access to the lower patio and fire pit on the creek along with free on-premise parking. This property is located close to most shopping, dining, and public transport options. The location of this house is really peaceful, and if you intend to spend a weekend in San Carlos with your family, this place is worth checking out.
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sean was super responsive resolving a minor wifi hiccup in no timenot to mention they have heated tiles in the bathroom and a perfect showerthe cottage is quiet spacious nicely decorated and has everything you'd need including a complete kitchenthe cottage is beautiful inside and out very comfortable and relaxingbeautiful cottage extremely well detailed and so comfortable you’ll want to stay longerCleanliness:
the space is immaculately clean and very comfortableso clean and beautiful and sean and his family are so warm and accommodatingeverything was very clean and arranged with a great level of detailsuper clean loved the kitchen items for use which was great for a longer staybeautiful guest cottage on a lovely street everything was very clean and comfortableHost:
the host family is very kindthe host was there to greet me and showed me the housewonderful hosts friendly while allowing us all of the privacy we neededall facilities worked smoothly and the owners were communicative helpful and welcominghosts were nothing short of excellent quick to respond and there to help make my stay greatRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and accommodationswonderful location beautiful walking in the neighborhood and to downtown san carlosabsolutely wonderful location that's close to the highway as well as a variety of several restaurantsperfectly situated close to town so walking to restaurants and shops was easythe neighborhood is very quiet and great for walking
7. Newly built house perfect for small families (from USD 201)
This newly built property is the perfect abode to unwind with a splendid view. This is a two-level house with an open layout featuring a galley-style kitchen, spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower, and a huge living room with workstations. Spiral stairs take you up to the bedroom on the upper level. It has a king-sized bed that can easily sleep two. Free on-street and on-premise parking, along with an electric vehicle charging station, is available to guests. It is also located just two blocks from downtown San Carlos and only half an hour by car from San Fran, San Jose, and Half Moon Bay Beach.
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loved everything about the cottage the kitchen the shower the super comfy mattressexcellent kitchen and bathroomCleanliness:
elegant modern and sparkling cleanthe space was clean beautiful and modernappliances sparkled floors were super clean and towels were freshspotless well-decorated and well stockedher place is clean and well decoratedHost:
very friendly and accommodating hostsamazing house amazing host - don’t miss this onekimberly is a super hostRead more reviewsLocation:
" the location was quiet and perfect - close to town and to familygreat location in redwood city and the best value we foundwhat an excellent stay very upscale and stylish location is great and close to restaurants and local grocery storefinding the location and check-in was very easykimberly's place was great for a work trip to rwc kimberly was super responsive and hospitable
8. Peaceful cottage with a rustic patio
This property is a detached cottage with a private gated entrance; it is ideal for couples and solo travelers. It is a single-bedroom cottage with a queen-sized bed that can comfortably sleep two. The common space is ideal for entertainment and work, thanks to the cable TV, dedicated workspace, and free Wi-Fi. This is a single-level home that has free on-street car parking. The kitchen is fully equipped to help you cook meals easily, and the bathroom is sparkling clean. The patio has a rustic feel to it, and the beautiful garden is ideal for evening strolls.
San Carlos, California, United States
2.29 km (1.5 mi) from Hiller Aviation MuseumAccommodates: 2
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the cottage had all the amenities needed to be comfortable in a home away from homea beautful space in a lovely backyard with a great bed and good coffeethe cottage is a lovely quiet and comfortable place to staythe cottage is lovely and so comfortablethe cottage is lovely and very comfortableCleanliness:
it was very clean and neatvery nice clean and cozy placequiet clean and safeall the boxes checked from clean to communicationwonderful easy clean and comfortable stayHost:
the hosts were friendly and kindnöel was a lovely host very thoughtfulthe owners have the gift of hospitality and always make us feel warmly welcomedowners were very nice and warmnoel was an amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and neighborhood felt safe everything near bynice neighborhood and close to townabout a mile walk to downtown san carlos through a lovely neighborhoodpeaceful quiet yet close to everywhere we wanted to go this tripperfect location for staying in the local area
9. Adorable rental in a beautiful setting
This pleasant cottage is in the beautiful backyard of the owner’s house. The space is offered as private accommodation with a keypad entrance. With the capacity to accommodate two guests at a time, this place has a single bedroom and a single bathroom. Although the kitchen in this house is not equipped for heavy cooking, you can still use the microwave, toaster, refrigerator, and coffee machine. There is high-speed Wi-Fi and guests can park their vehicles in the free driveway parking on the premises. You can chill in the garden or treat yourself to some fun downtown, which is just a short walk away.
San Carlos, California, United States
1.46 km (1.0 mi) from Hiller Aviation MuseumSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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the cottage was comfortable in every regardmy husband and i like brian’s apartmentthe heater worked well in unseasonably cool weather and i appreciated the snacks and local tipsbrian and kathleen have a very comfortable well-appointed space that feels like home when you first walk inspace is comfortable several restaurants coffee shops and grocery within walking distanceCleanliness:
cottage is clean and comfortablecozy and clean unitvery comfortable clean and friendlycute quiet & clean the large king bed was extremely comfortable & the bathroom was spotlessthis was a clean comfortable quiet space at a very affordable rateHost:
helpful host and hostesswonderful hosts and an easy check in and checkoutthank to our gracious cottage hostsnice host taking care of every details that you might meetthe hosts are responsive and warm and the instructions were easyRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location in san carlosthe location is greatgreat location easy arrivalperfect location in a quiet safe neighborhoodperfect location for our visit with nearby family
Welcome to the City of Good Living
The peace and calm of the countryside and the vibrant mood of the city are bundled together to make San Carlos a traveler’s paradise. Don’t be fooled by its small size as it has a plethora of fun to offer. One can start by exploring the rich history of this city and then transition to a little fun by visiting the local breweries. While here, stay in one of the abovementioned Airbnb vacation rentals.
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