California is famous for its outstanding surf, drawing countless surfers from across the globe to ride the waves. Whether you’re looking to learn how to get up on board, an expert surfer, or fall in between, there’s a beach for you in this state. Of course, you’ll need a place to stay while you’re here – these surfing rentals are the top picks.
Sea Wolf Bungalow - Montara
This cabin for two is ideal for a romantic surfing couples’ getaway or a honeymoon, providing some of the most breathtaking views of the Pacific, just 20 minutes from San Francisco and seven miles north of Half Moon Bay, renowned for its surfing beaches. The vast open stretch at Montara State Beach picks upwind and swell, making it ideal. Built in 1911, legend tells that even Jack London stayed at the cabin when visiting Moss Beach. It’s been fully restored, using most of the original wood along with reclaimed materials from the Bay Bridge, Mare Island Shipyard, San Bernardino Reservoir and various old homes. It includes an original stone fireplace made from stones gathered from adjacent tide pools and a sunroom for watching whales.
Idyllic, Romantic Beachfront Apartment - Malibu
Just 30 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport and you can be living the California surfing dream. One of the best beachfront Airbnbs in the United States, it features a wall of windows for taking in a panoramic view of the Pacific. The sand is just steps away, ideal for peaceful strolls and surfing, renowned for offering some of the world’s best. You’ll be able to fall peacefully asleep to the sounds of the waves while enjoying lots of luxurious comforts for romance, relaxing and recharging too.
The Beach House - Bodega Bay
The Beach House is stunning, set atop a bluff directly above the Pacific, with a living room that boasts a 180-degree view of the ocean. Enjoy the sounds of the waves and spectacular views while watching wildlife from birds of prey to deer, fox, and the occasional whale or dolphin. Here in Bodega Bay, famous as the setting for Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Birds,” you’ll also have easy access to some of the area’s best surfing spots, including Salmon Creek and Doran Beach. The house sleeps six in three bedrooms and includes all the necessities and then some.
A Little Piece of Heaven - Half Moon Bay
It doesn’t get much better than this when it comes to surfing as it’s the closest house to Mavericks world-famous surf beach. It’s also just a few blocks to outstanding restaurants, a winery and a distillery. It comes with two SUPs for those who prefer to a paddleboard to a longboard, along with an outside hot tub, shower, indoor and outdoor wood burning fire-pits, and an outdoor gas fire pit. There’s no TV, but with views like this, who really needs one?
Charming Venice Bungalow - Venice
Venice is famous for laid-back surfing, with mellow waves ideal for beginners and those who want to enjoy a relaxed ride. This cute historic bungalow, built in 1926 and fully renovated in 2011, comes with all the modern conveniences and will put you within walking distance of the beach and the area’s popular shops and restaurants. Enjoy both indoor and outdoor dining spaces along with extra amenities like beach towels and access to laundry facilities.
Big Ocean Views - Avila Beach
This 1950s home was completely remodeled, providing a top spot for enjoying Avila Beach. Located in the Pismo Beach area, it gets more sun for enjoying the waves with options for everyone from beginners to the pros. You’ll be within walking distance of the sand as well as coffee shops, restaurants, bars and ice cream shops in town. All the essentials are included like a full kitchen, Wi-Fi and TV, with the highlight a large covered deck overlooking the ocean.
La Jolla Shores Redwood Beach Cottage - San Diego
This one-bedroom cottage is just three blocks from La Jolla Shores beach, an ideal spot to learn to surf with gentle waves and one of the area’s most extensive stretches of sand. It accommodates up to four guests and includes all the essentials and then some, like a full kitchen and a washer/dryer. Look forward to hanging out in the tranquil backyard with lots of greenery, patio, outdoor shower and a hot tub to relax in.
The Casita by the Beach - Ventura
This adorable cottage studio cottage for two lies across from the footbridge to the beach and pier, within walking distance to downtown Ventura. It sits behind a historic 1886 Victorian home and includes a relaxing front porch, a large yard with a hammock and a full kitchen with complimentary coffee and bottled water. Beach gear is provided too. It’s an ideal location for those who plan to take a trip to the Channel Islands or surf famous waves at places like Emma Wood and C Street/Surfers Point.
Fabulous Ocean Views at Malibu Dream Getaway - Malibu
The Malibu Dream Getaway offers spectacular ocean views and is within minutes of Malibu’s beautiful beaches like world-famous Zuma Beach, Leo Carrillo Beach and Paradise Cove. A one-bedroom guest apartment for up to four, it has its own private entrance, a full kitchen, washer/dryer, Wi-Fi and cable TV, located on a quiet street just 400 yards or a two-minute drive from the ocean. Every room provides a view of the glistening Pacific and you can even see all the way out to the Channel Islands on a clear day.
Sanitized Beach Bungalow - Huntington Beach
This historic beach bungalow is just steps from Huntington’s famous Main Street with its restaurants, bars and entertainment, the pier, and miles of some of the best sands in Southern California, including a surfing break that’s been called the ultimate surfer’s wave. After a day riding the waves, come back and enjoy the hot tub, 140-degree dry sauna, a stainless-steel BBQ grill and a built-in bamboo bar. The master suite has original California Redwood floors, a skylight, and a custom-built queen size Alder wood Murphy bed, along with French doors that open to the backyard.
Ocean View Garden Studio - Santa Barbara
Located on the central coast in Santa Barbara, just two blocks from Summerland Beach, this detached garden studio is located in the owner’s backyard and comes with an ocean view at an affordable price. It includes a private patio area and lawn, sleeping up to two guests, with a loft bed accessed by ladder and a fold-out sofa bed. You’ll have a well-equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi and TV while enjoying easy access to surfing breaks like Hammonds Point. Just a short drive away is Rincon Point, which has long been a testing ground for surfboard technology and design by some of the area’s most famous surfers.
Unbeatable Views From One of La Jolla's Top Surf Spots - La Jolla
Located right on the beach at one of La Jolla’s best surfing spots, the Windansea famous surf break, you’ll be steps from the sand and the waves while enjoying spectacular views after a day of fun. It’s within walking distance or a short drive of just about everything in La Jolla from a cove for watching the seals to exceptional restaurants, shopping, museums and more. The spacious property includes two bedrooms, accommodating up to six comfortably and has a balcony where you can gaze out at the coast in both directions. In the garage are laundry facilities, beach items and beach cruisers for guest use.
