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The Famous Zen Den one block from the water

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Property grounds
Living area
romantic canopy bed
Amazing patio area with couches and firepit
wood paneling gives the Zen Den a tranquil vibe

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Place, Morro Bay State Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Elfin Forest Preserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Famous Zen Den one block from the water

Experience peaceful luxury at the famous Zen Den! Incredible indoor/outdoor living. French doors open to the magnificent garden patio. Soak under the stars in the garden bathtub, have your morning coffee while lounging in the hammock chairs, soak in the rays on the new sun deck, enjoy an glass of wine beside our new gas fire pit. Spin some vinyl from our classic record collection, or just enjoy a nice book while lounging on the garden day bed.
Guests from all over the world have enjoyed this truly special experience.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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Children

Adults only
Kids are allowed but ZenDen is romantic getaway
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets considered upon request on a case by case
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please romove shoes before entering.
Please turn off fire pit gas after using, please turn off nozzles for the outdoor tub after using
No smoking inside but you may smoke on patio. Please keep noise to a minumum as courtesy to neighbors.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Los Osos

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Baywood Park, a neighborhood in Los Osos. Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve and Morro Bay State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Museum of Natural History and Point Buchon State Marine Reserve. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden and SLO Ranch Farms and Marketplace are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and rock climbing.
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San Luis Obispo, CA

What's nearby

  • Morro Estuary Nature Preserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Morro Bay State Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Elfin Forest Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Montaña de Oro State Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 25 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panda Panda - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Cafe at the Marina - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Clubhouse Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Katrina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Three Stacks and a Rock Brewing - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Famous Zen Den one block from the water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Famous Zen Den one block from the water?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Famous Zen Den one block from the water on Apr 25, 2026 start from $233, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Famous Zen Den one block from the water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is The Famous Zen Den one block from the water located?

Located in Baywood Park, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Morro Bay State Park, Morro Estuary Nature Preserve, and Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve. Elfin Forest Preserve and Montaña de Oro State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Loved the Zen Den ☮️❤️🎸
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very communicative and responds quickly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet

Very quiet and relaxing We spent the Thanksgiving holiday and had a great time Enjoyed the coast and beautiful patio
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem

The Zen Den is the perfect location for hanging out in a beautiful little neighborhood on the central coast, just like being a local.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rick Joseph

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I am passionate about sharing my love for the Central Coast with my guests from all over the world. Having lived in big cities, I know the amazing feeling of getting away to a small town for a restful vacaton. I have created the Zen Den with this in mind.

Why they chose this property

The Zen Den is like no other. This place was meticulously crafted with intent to ease the burdens of daily life and allow our guests to obtain a maximum amout of Zen. Guests report leaving in a much more peaceful frame of mind than when they showed up. If you want a reset from the stress of daily life, please come and expereince the Zen Den

What makes this property unique

The Zen Den comes with everything from a outdoor bathtub, firepit, hammock chairs, day bed, sun deck, BBQ, record collection, amazing sundeck, canopy bed and many for unique features that account for an amazing one of a kind lodging expereince
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