Stunning Ranch Retreat 5BR/6b on 850 Acre Coastal Ranch Cayucos, California Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 2513

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Location: Cayucos, Central Coast, California, USA (Hearst Castle,BeachesMorro Bay,San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles) View Map

Accommodations:  Luxury Ranch/Executive Retreat, 5 Bedrooms + Loft + Den, 6 Baths (Sleeps 20)

COTTONTAIL CREEK RANCH - Features a 4200 square foot Luxury Custom Home/Executive Retreat with Five beautifully decorated Bedrooms all with private baths, 2 sleeping lofts, Library Loft via a spiral stair case and queen bed, a sixth bathroom,Gourmet Kitchen,Bar, Den,Spa, detached multi purpose room(conference/game/work out)off the large patio area has ping pong and work out equip as well as a futon/couch double bed(very comfortable). The home has panoramic views of the beautiful private valley and a walk to the ridgetop takes in the entire Estero Bay. Cottontail Creek Ranch raises cattle, avocados, oranges, and kiwis on 850 acres of rolling hills..

Trails for hiking and wildlife viewing, large pond with catch and release fishing and kayaking. Spectacular views of Pacific Coastline from ridge tops. Pipe corrals for horse owners who want to bring their own horses to ride on the ranch or nearby public trails at Cayucos Beach, Montana de Oro State Park, or National Forest in Pozo.
Horseback riding can be arrange with an independent wrangler.
The beach is just 12 minutes away and nearby attractions include Hearst Castle,Cambria, Big Sur Coastline, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, and San Luis Obispo area wine tasting. Shopping and Farmers Markets in Cambria, San Luis Obispo, Templeton,and Morro Bay. Great windsurfing, surfing, biking nearby. Scheduled air service, United Express, America West and South West 35 minutes in San Luis Obispo.

Enjoying the view at the Cottontail Creek Ranch

VRBO Bear stayed here - 04/24/2009 When my bear family and I arrived at the Cottontail Creek Ranch, we instantly felt at home!

This luxury ranch retreat is nestled among some of California’s most breathtaking rolling hills. The location beckons you to enjoy the outdoors and everything the Central Coast has to offer. Whether you like to hike, fish, horseback ride, surf, or just simply hang out and enjoy some of the most awe inspiring views this home has to offer, this is the place for you!

Our gracious hosts, Roger and Susan, made our arrival special in so many ways. From the beautiful fresh cut flowers in every bedroom to the delicious fresh fruit picked right from the ranch orchards to the awesome homemade cookies, no detail was overlooked. They took us on a tour of their 850 acre working ranch and we marveled at the incredible view overlooking the Estero Bay. The fresh air carried the fabulous scent of their orange orchards and flowers blossoming throughout the property. Plus, we were free to eat anything that was ripe and ready for picking on the grounds. We enjoyed lemons, oranges, avocados and fresh herbs. It was simply amazing! The fabulous surroundings, wide open spaces and views truly recharged our spirits.

The home itself rivaled the ranch’s outside surroundings. From the historical Monterey pine floors to the custom woodwork, this home really showcased the owners’ personality and artistic flair. Susan’s whimsical artwork and Roger’s intricate woodwork throughout the home exuded warmth. They truly put their hearts and hands into making sure that we felt right at home.

Cottontail Creek Ranch featured 5 luxurious bedrooms, each with their own personal baths. Everyone had their own personal space to retreat to and relax. The home’s floor plan was perfect for togetherness and included great family gathering spots like a fully equipped gourmet kitchen, spacious dining room as well as the large living room with its massive rock fireplace. Every room had an incredible view to enjoy. We spent evenings around the great fire pit or soaking in the steaming spa reminiscing about the day’s adventures. It was the perfect home for a reunion or celebration!

If you must venture away from this private paradise, Cottontail Creek Ranch is in close proximity to the vineyards of Paso Robles, fabulous seafood in Morro Bay, and the quaint coastal town of Cayucos. It’s also a convenient home base to launch an excursion up the coast to visit Hearst Castle or explore the craggy coast of Big Sur. We have not stopped talking about our visit to the California Central Coast and the Cottontail Creek Ranch.

Thanks Roger and Susan for a great stay!



The VRBO Bear

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Garage: Converted to a detached Recreation/conference/sleeping room.
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Wood Fireplace
• Beds
  • King Bed (3)
  • Queen Bed (3)
  • Double Bed (2)
  • Twin/Single Bed (4)
  • Convertible Bed
  • Crib
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • Video Library
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Music Library: On direct tv
  • Private Hot Tub
  • Ping Pong/Table Tennis
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Catering Available
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill: wood included
  • Deck/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Lanai
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: from the house. From the moutain the ocean
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Computer
  • Computer w/ Dial-up Internet
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Detached multipurpose/workout/conference building with ping pong, weights, an eliptical trainer and double bed/futon couch. Satellite Networking/Surround Sound Stereo(Living room), 5 burner chef cook top, double electric convection/microwave ovens, Blenders, Coffee grinderd, toaster oven, 4/toaster, Cookware & Utensils, condiments, Separate Bar, Oakwood BBQ(wood provided), Fire Pit under the stars(wood provided), Cleaning service and child care available upon request for additional charge, Chef and Massage Therapist upon advance notice. Complete amenities page on cottontailcreek website
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): Although not perfect our home has welcomed many wheel chair guests. They have good use of the first floor and all the outdoor patios, upper and lower. From this level you can watch all the activity.
  • Kid Friendly: We have a high chair, pack and play. The rec room is a great play room with some toys and city play flooring. Badmitton, volley ball, kick ball and frisbee. Along with fishing. Bring your own fishing gear
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Shelling
  • Swimming
  • Surfing
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hot Air Ballooning
• Other Activities
  • Bird Watching, 2 sets of Horseshoes, Free standing basketball, tetherball, bocci ball, volley ball, games, - Horseback Riding Trails & Facilities available for horse owners, NEARBY, Hearst Castle(45 minutes), Beach, boogie boarding, Wine Tasting/Paso Robles(15 min), Wine Tasting/San Luis Obispo( 25 min, ) Tennis(15 minutes), Golf (25 min, ), Shopping(15 min), Swimming(15 minutes), Horse Rentals (30 minutes-60)

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Sep-May .. $1095/night (3 night min) .. $6250/week (Regular)
Sep-May .. $1195/night (2 night min) .. $6450/week (Holidays)
Summer/Holiday ........................ $6450/week (Reg) .. $6450/week (Holidays)
Holiday .. $1195/night (3 night min) (Includes last minute resevations)
Rates based on 1-10 guests. Extra guest: $35/night per guest- Max 20
+$700 Refundable Security/Cleaning Deposit
Plus 11% ( 9% Bed tax + 2% Tax Deductible Conservation Fund Donation)
Maid Service,Massage Therapy,Chef and personal trainer advance notice required.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 03/09/09
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  Diepersloot Family , Visalia, CA
  • By far the best family trip we've ever taken together. All 20 of us could eat at the same table & sleep comfortably in the beautiful house. Susan coordinated some wonderful chefs & massage therapists as the icing on an already pretty amazing cake. The property is gorgeous & welcoming. There is something to do for all. Each one of us had a great time & that isn't easy to accomplish when there are 3 generations & an age range from 70-10 yrs. You won't find a better place to enjoy beautiful scenery, lots of kayaking, fishing & fires out on the patio. Amazing and totally worth it.
• 03/08/09
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  • The ranch When you wake up in the morning and the sun rises and you hear the rooster down below at the farm, close to the pond, you really wonder where you are. You are surrounded by rolling hills slowly traversed here and there by dark cows. Hawks are circling high in the sky. Everything is peaceful. Still, you must be in a civilized world: below you there are straight lines of avocado trees. And, in the middle of them is the dusty trail by which you arrived yesterday, the only access from the outside world. The house where you stay is a modern, octagonal lodge built half way up the slope of a hill. It is open on all sides and completely surrounded by decks where you can sit in the sun or the shade as you please. All rooms have their personality. You can feel that they have been furnished by a real family ready to share its own memories and prized possessions. Now all the rooms are occupied by members of your family – or your friends. And this is how you start the day at the Cottontail Creek Ranch. In a moment, all guests will come together in the front room, which is the kitchen. Because from there, especially, one has a complete panoramic view of the ranch. The view goes all around, miles away, across the hills, to the horizon. It is yours. There are no buildings, no roads, no cars, no electric lines in this view. The only people who share this paradise with you are the tenants of the farm far below. You would have to climb the hill above the house to realize where you are. From there, you would find the ocean to the West, and in the South, through the haze, you would see Morro Rock. There are a lot of things for everyone to do inside the house, on the ranch and nearby. This morning, some among us (the youngest) have insisted on going to the beach. A few others prefer to bike. A third group is going to visit the Hearst castle The elders are discussing a well-planned visit to vineyards around Paso Robles for wine tasting. And then… Then, tonight we shall gather around the antique barbecue and, later in the evening, around the campfire with marshmallows, among crickets, under a starred sky. After that, we shall surreptitiously take out the telescope we brought with us and sneak a look at planets and stars. The air is so pure and the night so dark that here we can discover celestial objects that we have never seen at home. John and Madeleine
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Guests like these make the ranch sing.
• 03/06/09
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  Lola , Oceanside, CA
  • We stayed at Cottontail Creek Ranch last February with two other couples as a get away weekend. We went wine tasting in Paso Robles one day which was so fun, and the next day spent the day at the Ranch. We all hiked, played frisbee, jacuzzi, and was able to take in the beautiful scenry. I highly reccommend the ranch as a private and top of the line destiantion.
• 03/06/09
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  Jan Phillips-Clar , La Jolla, California 90237
  • Oh my goodness…what a treat our wine group had during our stay at the Cottontail Ranch. I had been working so hard at the time and didn’t realize how tightly wound I had gotten until I arrived there. What a great get away! Complete relaxation. Susan and Roger, the owners, went out of their way to make you feel at home! They were such great hosts. We ALL enjoyed our time there! The ranch has something to offer for everyone- hikes, a fully stocked kitchen to cook meals for large groups, a large patio area for lounging, large bedrooms, separate baths, a spa, ping pong and an already prepared fire pit for enjoyable quality time at night so you can watch a falling star or two from the sky. The ranch is centrally located – close to Hearst Castle, Cambria, Paso Robles- and Morro Bay. Susan and Roger truly do take the extra effort to make people feel comfortable. We loved the truck ride at sunset with the awesome panoramic views. It was simply breathtaking. This retreat is a perfect setting for those who appreciate nature. It has it all. We also appreciated the home baked cookies, all the fresh oranges, limes, lemons, avocados, the wine, the hats, and the cheese on our arrival. Great for large family gatherings or for large groups. By the way- Susan and Roger grow the best avocados I have ever tasted!
• 03/04/09
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  Randy Nash , Los Osos, CA
  • Because I have led 4-6 men's retreats, and 8 or so pastor's retreats at CottontailCreek Ranch over the last 10 years, I can vouch for the fact that CCR is as close to Paradise as about anything I have seen or experienced! The views, wildlife, sounds, etc., outside the lodge make one feel like you are miles and miles from civilization. The retreat center or lodge itself is full of character and ambience. The owners and staff are great and always quick to do whatever is necessary to make one feel at home. I highly recommend it. Can't wait to get back there again.
    
    Homeowner Response:
    We look forward to your return every year!

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