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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Exterior
TV, offices

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Bubblegum Alley
    11 min walk
  • High St. Deli
    2 min walk
  • San Luis Obispo Station
    14 min walk
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    6 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard

Summary:
Welcome to our stunning vacation rental located just a few blocks away from downtown San Luis Obispo, where you'll discover an array of fabulous bars, restaurants, and shops to explore! This fully equipped one-bedroom, two-bathroom property is the perfect getaway. Unwind at the end of the day in the downstairs bathroom's large soaking tub, or take advantage of the beautiful Central Coast evenings in the privacy of your backyard.

The Space:
This stunning two-story vacation rental accommodates up to four guests comfortably. The bedroom, along with one bathroom, is located on the first floor, while the pullout sofa and second full bathroom are located on the second floor. The second floor also features a fully equipped kitchen and cozy living room.

The home's excellent location allows for easy access to downtown San Luis Obispo and several beautiful hikes in the area. You can also relax in the private backyard, which includes an outdoor dining area and comfortable loungers.

For those looking to explore beyond the neighborhood, you can travel north towards Los Osos, Morro Bay, Cayucos, Cambria, San Simeon, and even as far as Big Sur. Traveling south will take you towards Pismo Beach, Avila Beach, and Arroyo Grande. Wine lovers can head to Edna Valley or Paso Robles, both of which are award-winning wine destinations. Downtown also boasts an abundance of wineries, breweries, and tasting rooms that are sure to delight.

Property Highlights:

Stainless steel sink
Wall heater
Window AC
Keurig coffee maker with coffee pods
Smart TV with access to your own streaming accounts
1 free off-street parking spot
Wifi
Soaking tub

Sleeping Accommodations:

1 California King-size bed
1 Sofa couch with full pullout

Guest Access:
We are pleased to provide our special guest(s) with one convenient off-street parking space directly in front of the home's entrance. Kindly be considerate of the neighboring vehicles and the limited space for egress. If you have more than one vehicle, please feel free to park the second vehicle on the street, as there is ample free parking available.

For those who prefer not to drive, Uber and Lyft are readily available in San Luis, making it easy to get to downtown without having to walk.

The Neighborhood:
San Luis Obispo, often referred to as SLO, is a vibrant city located on California's central coast. Here are some highlights about the neighborhood:

Outdoor Activities: The city offers numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and surfing. Bishop Peak, Cerro San Luis, and Madonna Mountain are some of the most popular hiking spots in the area.

Farmers' Market: Every Thursday evening, downtown SLO transforms into a bustling Farmers' Market. Local farmers, artisans, and chefs gather to sell their produce, crafts, and delicious food.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa: The Mission is a historic landmark located in the heart of downtown SLO. It was founded in 1772 and serves as a museum, chapel, and cultural center.

Performing Arts: The Performing Arts Center at Cal Poly offers a variety of shows throughout the year, including theater, dance, and music performances. The city also hosts an annual Mozart Festival and a summer concert series called Concerts in the Plaza.

Food and Drink: SLO has a thriving food and drink scene, with numerous restaurants, cafes, and bars offering delicious cuisine and craft beverages. The city is also known for its wine tasting, with nearby Edna Valley and Paso Robles offering some of the best wine in California.

California Polytechnic State University: Cal Poly is a top-ranked public university located in SLO. It is known for its excellent engineering, architecture, and agriculture programs.

Beaches: SLO is just a short drive away from some of California's most beautiful beaches, including Avila Beach, Pismo Beach, and Morro Bay. These beaches offer a variety of activities, including surfing, kayaking, and whale watching.

Historic Downtown: The downtown area is full of charming shops, cafes, and galleries. The iconic Bubblegum Alley, which is covered in chewed gum, is a must-see attraction in the area.

Getting Around:
San Luis Obispo is a walkable city, and many attractions are located within a few blocks of each other. Visitors can easily explore downtown on foot, and there are also bike lanes and bike rental options available.

For those who prefer to drive, there is street parking available throughout the city. In downtown San Luis Obispo, there are several parking garages and lots, as well as metered parking on the streets. The first hour of parking is usually free in the garages and lots, and rates vary depending on location and time of day.

Public transportation options include the SLO Transit bus system, which operates throughout the city and nearby areas, and the SLO Regional Transit Authority (RTA), which provides connections to other cities in San Luis Obispo County. There are also ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft available in the area.

Overall, visitors to San Luis Obispo have a variety of transportation options to choose from, whether they prefer to walk, bike, drive, or take public transportation.

Other Things to Note:
DOG POLICY: This property is dog friendly. There is an additional pet stay fee of $100 for booking with a dog. (Low shedding dogs under 50 pounds are allowed, dogs over 50 lbs with low shedding will be considered on a case by case basis.) If you are considering bringing your furry family member, please let the host know when you book. Thank you! *Pet must be 12 mo. or older *Pets must not be left unattended at anytime during your visit (even if outside) *Pets must be kept off of the furniture -- please bring suitable bedding *Pets must be free of fleas and up to date on a flea control treatment *Pets are required to have all current vaccinations (Parvo) *We require all pet poop to be thoroughly cleaned up around the property. *If there is damage to furniture, property, or left over pet waste due to your dog, there will be an extra $150 charge added at check out, along with additional charges for any other damages. Guests who book our dog friendly rooms without a dog accompanying them will not be charged the separate dog fee.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of San Luis Obispo Children's Museum. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Just a 4-minute drive from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 14 minutes from Pismo Beach Pier
This vacation home offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

First: Property Management Support Team Secondly: Stacy Shomion

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74.3 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Accommodations!
My wife and I spent a few days here visiting our son at Cal Poly. The space was perfect for us and we chose it for the extra bathroom and sleeping space as an option to have him stay with us if he wanted. Although he didn’t, we loved the proximity to downtown, school, shops and everything SLO has to offer. Communication was fantastic - we will likely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great little place to stay
Location is fantastic, close to High Street Deli and very walkable to downtown. Place is really cute and had everything we needed. We brought our dogs and appreciated the enclosed back yard. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rachael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick SLO Getaway
A fun, unique property. The layout was a little quirky (we’re guessing a converted/reno’d garage?) but it was an attractive and well appointed property. Bonus points for the incredible downstairs bathroom aesthetic and pretty little yard! All in all a comfortable stay in a beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gwen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, walkable location in historic SLO
This property has what you need, most appreciated was the well equipped kitchen and washer/dryer. The tiny backyard is nice to enjoy coffee and the paper and the bed is comfortable. The layout is odd with the living space upstairs and bedroom open and on the entry level, the only usable shower is the upstairs one since it has a normal shower head--but you only need one, so that works too! Housing in this area is dense so you do hear a lot of other people around you, unless you close up all the windows.
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Two story in great neighborhood
This place was newly built and had very modern, high-quality amenities. I loved that there was a Keurig upstairs and down keeping the upstairs private, if more than two people were staying in the suite. The kitchen upstairs was well equipped, but we stayed downstairs generally and ate out. The two-story set up is interesting but manageable. Great neighborhood to walk in after dinner or to walk from to go into town without having to worry about parking. We never needed AC, evenings were beautiful, cool and windows were screened. Parking space out front was easy and accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and cozy bungalow stay in SLO
This property was perfect for just passing thru with our two dogs. Loved that the bedroom had a door to access the private backyard. Floors and backyard were a little dirty and the cleaning smell was strong throughout the house, but overall an enjoyable night stay made super easy by the management company.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

randall s.

Liked: Cleanliness
SLO visit
Comfy bed, great upstairs sitting room/kitchen. Fenced back yard for our dog
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M., Redwood City, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
We enjoyed our stay in San Luis Obispo. This place has a great location - cute neighborhood and easy walking distance to downtown. Everything was very clean, the kitchen was well equipped, and the supplies were high quality (TP, tissues, shampoo, etc.). The back yard was perfect for our dog. Stacy was very responsive and made sure we enjoyed our stay. We highly recommend it if it fits your needs!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
This location is extremely walkable to Downtown SLO
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Margaret R., Seattle, Washington

Disliked: Cleanliness
Mixed Review
Overall the property was well equipped and in a good neighborhood within walking distance to the downtown area. Our issue was with the disgusting mattress, if we hand not removed the sheets (not requested) we would never have seen the stains that were all over the mattress. Very disappointing.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
SLO- Livin
Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home and location
This property was very well described and no surprises. The location was also great…walking distance to the historic downtown. Very comfortable bed, updated appliances and perfect little enclosed backyard for our dog to stretch her legs off leash.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle O., Napa CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in SLO
I thought the property was fine. It was needing some deeper cleaning. I don’t know how long it had been since someone had stayed there. There were cobwebs in some areas. The plants were neglected the outdoor area could’ve been more cleaned up but overall it was pretty nice. Great bathtub! I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes, but…
This property is in a pleasant, convenient neighborhood. It has a terrifically comfortable bed. The kitchen/dining area is spacious and sunny. It has a little yard and we were delighted that our dog was welcome.But, the layout is bizarre. The bedroom is on the first floor and the kitchen/sitting area is up a steep flight of stairs. The downstairs bathroom is very dark and has a huge, glass sliding barn door. This is a poor choice. The property appears to be an old house that has been rather ineptly divided into two units. There are all sorts of features that do not make sense and light fixtures with unknown purpose. We would be very unlikely to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Bed and Tub
This was a great place, quiet and walking distance from town. Best nights sleep and soaking in the big tub was a real treat!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent service and an attractive place to stay
The staff bent over backwards to accommodate our needs. We needed a place to stay, with a yard for our dog, while our house was being tented for termites. We had most of the comforts of home, while we had to be out of our house. Plenty of space to bring some of the stuff we had to move out of our house. Beautiful views, lovely neighborhood. We were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice extended stay for a couple and a dog
This apartment is one of two in a converted garage with parking right outside the door. It's behind a house in old town SLO and and easy walk to just about everything you could need. It's also high ground during a driving rain (safety tip!). A vestibule just inside the door turned into a great place to shed gear after walking in the rain or at the beach. That and the laundry and master suite are on the bottom floor. There is also a nice walk-in closet area with several rods for hanging clothes, shelves and drawers.The master bathtub would be a challenge for anyone who is not nimble. The kitchen upstairs is nice, but minimally equipped. The living room is as small as it looks in the pictures! If you have a dog, we found a great dog beach just north of Morro Bay. Park in the lot at the 2nd left after the last light in town. Avila Beach is also an off-leash area until 10AM. Our dog would not use the astroturf in the nice little yard outside the master bedroom door, so we took a few more walks than we'd planned!
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S., Lake Forest, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place.
Very nice for a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Robyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great neighborhood but amenities off and some quirks
I chose this property based on my basic filters for renting. We prefer a king bed, two bathrooms, a gas range, a fireplace indoors and a firepit outdoors. The best thing about this place is the location, although it's not really that close to downtown. There some cool things about this place and some very disappointing aspects. There is a comfy bed, decent water pressure, and nice area to hang out in upstairs. The sofa is not comfortable and that is the only upholstered seating. Bring all of your own spices, oil for cooking and some wooden or metal spatulas. The pots are stainless steal and the cooking utensils are plastic. There is no Tupperware, ziploc bags, foil, or plastic wrap so bring what you need. The Floor level toilet rocks which is unsettling. The wall heater upstairs is inoperable, yes pilot light was on. Space heaters only and no instructions in binder as stated for anything at all. You will be looking to try and find lights for certain areas. Ceiling fan light in kitchen burnt out. No fire pit outside as advertised. A sign not to turn on electric fireplace inside, therefore inoperable or unsafe for whatever reason. Front porch light burn out, unsafe for security and for walking into unit after dark. We replaced the bulb. There's also a dangerous space outside the front door with rocks in it and can catch you off guard when it's dark. No house number on unit, had to guess which door to try, which my husband was unhappy about having to do. Back gate not closed all of the way, so not locked or secure. We closed it. Bedrooms in windows were not locked. There were cobwebs and the place was dusty. It's not by the road directly so the cleaning person just didn't take the time. The Tv downstairs was tilted upward and unable to be adjusted for use, something incorrect in mounting. So even with all of these funky things, we would go back because we know what to expect. However, a place should be as advertised with all of the fees and such piles onto the nightly rate. The fireplace upstairs should be accessible and or the lights for ambience. No lightbulbs should be burnt out. It was rainy, cold, and wet. We needed heat inside and would have enjoyed a fire outside. I understand if there was a concern for the fire to cause a spark or something but the photos showed a screen. A gas gutter pit could easily solve this problem also.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert C., Madison, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
We stayed in this property while visiting Family on the Central Coast. The house is comfortable and well appointed. It’s an easy walk to the downtown area and we did so multiple times. While there are other houses nearby it was quiet the entire time we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherri A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in SLO
We loved the location of this place! Short walk to downtown and very clean and updated property. The pullout bed was a little smaller than a normal sized pullout and perfect for kids. You should probably bring a blowup mattress if you’re taller than 5’10.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!
The place was amazing- so clean and cute! Perfect for a quick weekend trip in beautiful SLO.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

John S.

Dog friendly walkability
Great place to stay and enjoy downtown SLO. Great sandwich place (High St. Deli) within a block and easy access to a little dog friendly park a couple blocks away. Nice walk into downtown for restaurants, shopping, Thursday evening farmers market, Friday night concerts. Quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Rental!
I highly recommend this rental! The location was fantastic, the place was very clean and well set up. We didn't use the kitchen to cook but it had everyone you would have needed to cook from home rather than go out. There were coffee pods and waters stocked (thank you!). I would definitely return to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022