Every property we manage across the Bay Area is professionally run to a 4.94-average guest rating, and these Bay Area vacation rentals consistently earn 5-star reviews from guests. Browse our Bay Area vacation rentals by city below, or reach out for a free property management quote if you don’t see your neighborhood — we’re always expanding. Curious how we operate? Learn more about Host The Bay.
Bay Area Vacation Rentals by City
39 Bay Area vacation rentals across 26 Bay Area cities
Alameda
An island city just across the bay from Oakland and San Francisco, Alameda offers a small-town, walkable feel with a historic downtown, quiet tree-lined streets, and easy access to the water — all just a short drive or ferry ride from the city.
Arnold
A mountain town in Calaveras County near Bear Valley, Arnold is a gateway to Sierra hiking, skiing, and giant sequoia groves — a favorite for guests looking for a forest getaway outside the Bay Area.
Elevated Cabin Retreat• Multi-Space•Group Friendly (Alder House)
Mokelumne Dr West, Arnold, CA 95223
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Home to UC Berkeley, a lively arts and food scene, and easy BART access to San Francisco, Berkeley draws students, academics, and visitors exploring the East Bay.
Berkeley Flat
Modern • Bright • Walk to Bart
Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley CA 94703
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A quiet East Bay community near Lake Chabot and the hills, Castro Valley offers easy freeway access to Oakland and San Francisco with a more suburban, laid-back feel.
Concord
A Contra Costa County hub with a walkable downtown, BART access, and proximity to Mt. Diablo, Concord is a convenient home base for business and outdoor travel alike.
Danville
An upscale Tri-Valley town with a charming historic downtown, Danville appeals to guests looking for a relaxed, suburban stay close to wineries and hiking trails.
Hayward
Centrally located in the East Bay with quick access to Oakland, San Jose, and the airport, Hayward is a practical, budget-friendly base for business and family travel.
Livermore
Known for its wine country charm, Livermore combines rolling vineyards and award-winning wineries with a lively downtown, making it a great home base for wine tasting, outdoor recreation, and Tri-Valley business travel.
Martinez
A historic waterfront town on the Carquinez Strait, Martinez combines small-town charm with easy access to Highway 4 and the greater East Bay.
The Alhambra Retreat
Gated • Spacious • Private
Alhambra Valley Rd, Martinez, CA 94553
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Nestled at the base of Mount Tamalpais in Marin County, Mill Valley offers a scenic, upscale escape close to hiking trails, Muir Woods, and San Francisco.
Scenic Mill Valley Home
Deck • Nature Escape
County View Dr, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Listing link coming soonMilpitas
In the heart of Silicon Valley, Milpitas is a convenient base for tech travelers with quick access to major employers and San Jose.
Newark
Located in the South Bay near the Dumbarton Bridge, Newark offers an easy, central base for guests working across Silicon Valley and the Peninsula.
Oakland
A vibrant East Bay city with diverse neighborhoods, great food, and views across the bay, Oakland is a favorite for both leisure and business travelers.
Orinda
A picturesque, wooded East Bay suburb known for its top-rated schools and easy BART and freeway access to San Francisco and Oakland.
Palo Alto
At the center of Silicon Valley and home to Stanford University, Palo Alto stays in constant demand from business travelers, academics, and visiting families.
Palo Alto Retreat
Room A • Attached Bathroom
La Donna Ave, Room A, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
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Palo Alto Retreat
Room B • Attached Bathroom
La Donna Ave, Room B, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
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Palo Alto Retreat
Room E • Attached Bathroom
La Donna Ave, Room E, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
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Pleasant Hill
A friendly Contra Costa County community with a walkable downtown and easy access to Highway 680 and BART.
Pleasanton
A polished Tri-Valley city with top-rated schools, a historic downtown, and easy access to wineries and business parks alike.
San Carlos
A walkable Peninsula town known as the “City of Good Living,” San Carlos offers easy Caltrain access between San Francisco and Silicon Valley.
San Francisco
The city itself — walkable neighborhoods, iconic views, and steady year-round demand from leisure and business travelers alike.
San Jose
The largest city in the Bay Area and capital of Silicon Valley, San Jose draws a steady mix of business travelers, tech visitors, and families.
San Mateo
A Peninsula favorite with a walkable downtown, great restaurants, and easy access to both San Francisco and Silicon Valley, San Mateo is a comfortable home base for business travelers and families alike.
San Ramon
A master-planned Tri-Valley city with major corporate campuses and family-friendly neighborhoods, San Ramon is a reliable base for business travel.
Santa Clara
Home to major tech employers, Levi's Stadium, and Santa Clara University, this South Bay city stays busy with business and event travelers year-round.
South Lake Tahoe
A year-round mountain destination on the shores of Lake Tahoe, offering skiing in winter and hiking, boating, and beaches in summer.
Sunol
A rural retreat in the hills between Pleasanton and Fremont, Sunol is known for wide-open land, wineries, and a peaceful escape close to the freeway.
Walnut Creek
An upscale Contra Costa hub with a vibrant downtown of shopping and dining, Walnut Creek offers an easy BART connection to San Francisco.
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Short-Term Rental Rules & Regulations by City
Short-term rental rules vary by city and change frequently. The summaries below are provided for general informational purposes only and are not legal advice; please verify current requirements directly with each city before booking or listing a property.
San Francisco
Hosts must register with the SF Office of Short-Term Rentals and hold a business registration certificate. You must be the permanent resident of the unit (living there at least 275 nights a year), and unhosted stays are capped at 90 nights per calendar year. Only one unit per building may be registered. Source: SF Planning
Alameda
Alameda does not yet have a dedicated short-term rental ordinance; the City is currently developing one. In the meantime, hosts are required to collect and remit the City’s 14% Transient Occupancy Tax. Because rules here are actively evolving, check with the City before listing. Source: City of Alameda
San Mateo
Hosts must register annually with the City ($250 fee, due each July 1) and pay Transient Occupancy Tax. Rentals where the host is not on-site are capped at 120 days per year, occupancy is limited to two guests per bedroom (or 10 total, whichever is less), and a local contact must be able to respond to complaints within 60 minutes. Source: City of San Mateo
Livermore
A permit is required to operate a short-term rental, with annual renewal by December 31 (fees are $237 for new permits and $172 for renewals). Hosts must collect and remit Transient Occupancy Tax quarterly and provide guests with the City’s good neighbor guidelines. Source: City of Livermore
Thinking of Listing Your Property?
If you own a property in Alameda, San Mateo, San Francisco, Livermore, or elsewhere in the Bay Area, Host The Bay can help you navigate local regulations and turn it into a smoothly run, professionally managed short-term rental. Contact us today to learn how we can help you get started.