Beautiful Ranch Retreat in Nature Setting

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15 bedrooms11 bathroomsSleeps 306000 sq ft

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Barbecue grill
Parking available
Pool
Outdoor Space
Washer
Gym

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Santa Margarita, CA

Pozo Saloon
‪7 min drive‬
Santa Margarita Lake
‪12 min drive‬
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
‪62 min drive‬
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

15 bedrooms (sleeps 30)

1-Glacier Park Bedroom

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2-Cape Cod Room

2 Twin Beds

3-Log Cabin Room

1 Twin Bed

4-Yellowstone Room

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

5-Stars and Stripes Room

1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

6-Golf Den

2 Twin Beds

7-Fox Hunt Room

2 Twin Beds

8-Vineyard Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

9-Yosemite Suite

1 Queen Bed

10-Northern Exposure Room

2 Twin Beds

11-French Country Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

12 - The Bunkhouse

2 Twin Bunk Beds

13-Cotes d'Rhone bedroom

2 Twin Beds

14-John Deere Room

2 Twin Beds

18-Cottage at the Pool

1 Queen Bed

Cottage at the Pool

1 Twin Bed

11 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 8

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 9

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 11

Toilet · Shower only

Cottage at Pool bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

The Oak Creek Ranch is a secluded 163 acre property in a rural setting with a beautiful main Lodge and several accessory buildings.

Situated at approx 2,000 ft. elevation, the setting consists of rolling foothills and mature oak trees, rich with nature and wildlife. Groups can create their own personalized vacation stay from the many options available to them. The Ranch offers a full range of facilities and amenities to guests: gracious Lodge, beautiful outdoor amphitheater, large recreation barn, majestic swimming pool surrounded by mature oaks, poolside bar, yoga/exercise studio and much more. Whether you are interested in quiet relaxation or active exercise and recreation, there is plenty to do while staying at the Oak Creek Ranch Retreat, including scenic mountain walking and biking trails, swimming, wildlife viewing, star gazing, games and much more. It is a wonderful location for adults and children of all ages!

Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo County, the Oak Creek Ranch is close to a variety of recreational opportunities, ranging from fresh water or saltwater fishing, golf, antique shopping, wine tasting, dancing and concerts, to touring world-famous Hearst Castle.

The Ranch can accommodate groups from 15 guests to 30 guests. The daily Rate as shown is based on a group size of 15 guests, with an additional charge for any guests above 15. The main Lodge can sleep 22, the Barn can sleep 6 to 8, and the Pool Cottage can accommodate up to 3 more guests. Additional fees for use of extra facilities.

Keywords: private resort, retreat, estate,

Property manager

Dottie Nelson

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

A wonderful venue for families--.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

1. Three-night minimum stay during the months of June, July and August. Rates based on number of guests.

2. If furniture has been moved and not returned to its original location, a surplus cleaning fee will be charged for furniture moving.

3. No pets allowed, no exceptions.

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 and a first aid kit

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A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Santa Margarita

Located in Santa Margarita, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Fremont Theater and Ah Louis Store are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Edna Valley Vineyard and San Luis Obispo Children's Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Santa Margarita, CA

What's nearby

Pozo Saloon - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
Santa Margarita Lake - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
Pismo Beach Pier - 59 min drive - 71.6 km
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 62 min drive - 52.5 km
Lopez Lake Recreation Area - 94 min drive - 90.1 km

Getting around

San Luis Obispo Station - 44 min drive
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pozo Saloon - ‬7 min drive
‪Vintage Cowboy Santa Margarita - ‬8 min drive
‪Vintage Cowboy - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Ranch Retreat in Nature Setting have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful Ranch Retreat in Nature Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Ranch Retreat in Nature Setting?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Ranch Retreat in Nature Setting?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Ranch Retreat in Nature Setting located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Los Padres National Forest and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Santa Margarita Lake. Charles Paddock Zoo and Silver Lake are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

Nov 4, 2024

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

Family Reunion

We have returned to the Lodge and so appreciate the space and beauty of the Lodge and surrounding area. It is a wonderful place to get multiple families together.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

C B.

Aug 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family reunion 2024

We had a blast together , loved the pool, a bit farther out than I expected , but property and privacy was worth it

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie R.

Aug 21, 2024

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

Excellent space for a team retreat!

We really enjoyed the opportunity to stay at the ranch. it was an ideal place for team building, work sessions, cooking together and relaxing.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Nov 17, 2023

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

Lovely place for large friends reunion

Beautiful location with plenty of things to do. There walking paths, swimming pool, bocci ball court, yoga room. The living room was a great gathering place for conversation and relaxing. There is a nice deck that was good for stargazing at night. The kitchen was well stocked. Check in/out was easy. I’d recommend this place for large gatherings.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

May 31, 2023

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

Great setting for a family reunion

We enjoyed hiking, biking, yoga and visiting Santa Margarita Lake. The property is beautiful. It accommodated our family reunion of 14 adults and 5 kids well. They took us on a hay ride of the property one evening.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie N.

Mar 15, 2023

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

A lovely space for a group of childhood friends as we gathered to celebrate our history

An effortless process.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank P., Greer, SC

Feb 9, 2023

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

Return Visit

My organization has stayed at this property multiple times using it as the site of our annual board retreat. We love it! Dottie and her team have always been the perfect hosts. Any issue or request that we have ever made has been attended to immediately. I am pleased to recommend the Lodge to anyone interested in staying there. A great place to relax, recharge and refresh.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S., -

Sep 20, 2022

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

60th wedding anniversary - all of our children and grandchildren (18 total)

Perfect for our family. Lots to do. Remote so everyone stayed around and we were able to enjoy each other's company. Large commons room. plenty of dining space. Many bedrooms and beds (Comfortable) and many bathrooms. Large kitchen with all amenities. Host and daughter were very friendly and helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Armelle D., San Francisco

Sep 6, 2022

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

Perfect stay at the Lodge !

Everything was perfect and our guests enjoyed the stay and the pool !

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Aug 14, 2022

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

Great escape!

We were a mix of 27 adults and kids who spent a long weekend together at this fantastic property for a reunion. What a perfect location. It's size comfortably accommodated all of us. We made use of the large pool, the entertainment area in the barn, the large kitchen for meal prep, large tables for dining, and the numerous spaces around the property for relaxing and enjoying the nature that surrounded us. Several of us took advantage of the trail system on the property for hikes or runs. Check in and check out were easy as was communication with the host. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin P.

Jun 22, 2022

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

Great place for a family reunion

We had a wonderful four days at the Lodge. It was perfect for our family, plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, lots of space both indoors and out to hang out, including the pool. Dottie was very responsive and responded promptly to all our questions. Kitchen was nicely equipped for preparing meals for almost 30 people. Altogether a great place to stay for,this kind of gathering.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Beverly C., San Francisco

Dec 30, 2021

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

Best Great Room!

The property was large and more than we needed for our family of 16. The great room was exceptional - we loved that all of us could be together in it and the kitchen. If you value family togetherness, this is your property. We were, however, puzzled that the kitchen was not updated. Because of the property's remote location, we really had no choice but to cook onsite...the old kitchen made feeding everyone more difficult than it should have been. The bedrooms & the smallish bathrooms were adequate. When one toilet clogged, Brook & Tom were wonderful in their very quick response. Both Brook & Tom were helpful in making our stay enjoyable. The barn and pool house were incredible activity spaces: lounging, ping pong, foosball, yoga & exercise. Please note the pool is not heated. Our group also loved walking around the 160+ acre property. One other concern: we were pretty far from emergency medical services. Luckily this was not an issue for my 90-year-old+ parents. Be sure to ask Brook about how to get help. Dottie, Brook & Tom, many thanks for an unforgettable vacation!!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Nov 16, 2021

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

College friends reunion

What an amazing property, we loved it. Great support from the staff. Clean, well stocked, had everything we needed. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

Nov 4, 2021

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

Nice visit

Great location, and lovely property!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kendall J.

Oct 19, 2021

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

Great place for our wedding party and friends!

We rented the lodge for our wedding party and few friends during our wedding weekend. The property was fantastic and worked out really well for our group. There was plenty of room for everyone and lots to do without even leaving the property. Dottie was very easy to work with and very responsive to messages. Our only regret is that we didn’t stay longer!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janice E.

Oct 18, 2021

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

Fantastic Family Reunion

We had a fabulous family reunion. Property and amenities are amazing. Three years ago we stayed here as well. However, we woke up the second and third mornings to no power. 6 hours of no power the first time. The last morning was a challenge packing up with no power. We couldn't communicate with the property manager. But we didn't let it dampen our enthusiasm for our wonderful reunion.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S., Medford, NJ

Aug 19, 2021

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

Family Reunion

This is the perfect location for a family reunion. There is plenty of room for everyone to spread out or be all together. You don't have to leave the property if you don't want to. Just bring your own food and there's plenty to keep all ages entertained. I highly recommend this property for a family reunion group.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah F.

Aug 17, 2021

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

Big pool and lots of space

Great for a family reunion!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

Jul 13, 2021

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

We had a 50th anniversary weekend.

This property checked all the boxes for us. The only thing we had not paid attention to was the fact it was about a 45 minute drive from the fwy. The pool was amazing and our family of 17 fit great in the house. I would highly recommend it.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

May 27, 2021

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

Second Stay

Hosted our second board/staff retreat. My board and staff all love the property. We are always well taken care of when we stay there and appreciate the care and attention.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Apr 26, 2021

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

Amazing long weekend

This is a true gem. Amazing views and a great place to spend a long weekend with close friends.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Apr 19, 2021

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

Great Retreat Home

We took about 20 people to this property for a retreat and it was the perfect place! We all fit comfortably and there were so many activities we could have done. Great communication with the management team also

10/10 Excellent

Liz S., Bakersfield, California

Oct 13, 2020

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

Great property

Property was perfect for our family gathering, kitchen was well stocked with all the equipment needed to perform meals for our group. Rooms were clean and bathrooms were well equipped.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Sep 28, 2020

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

Awesome secluded spot!

The property was perfect for our group. Plenty of rooms and beds. Big central room and kitchen perfect for gatherings and eating. The pool was HUGE and clean. The barn was and awesome hang out spot to play games and music. Would definitely come back in the future!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Viral & Aparna K.

Sep 1, 2020

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

Beautiful estate, lovely homes

We really enjoyed our stay at this home. Beautiful estate and a lovely home. We most enjoyed the walks up the hill to watch sunsets and gaze at the stars in the nights.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Dottie Nelson

We have owned this beautiful property for more than 30 years. Our family has enjoyed family gatherings and group events here for a long time, and we are happy to share the opportunity with other groups so that they can experience the beauty and serenity of The Lodge at Oak Creek Ranch.

Why they chose this property

We bought this property in the mid-80s. It was an old Campfire Girl’s camp that Campfire no longer needed. Jeff’s sister was a Campfire board member who introduced us to it. Early years were all vision and planning. We slowly began making improvements from 2000 to 2009. We have controlled every detail of the development and continue to work each time we are here to make it a little better.

It enriches our lives to share this place with people, hoping that they leave with just a little more positive spirit. It is a wonderful place to just connect with people and nature in a world where those simple acts are challenging.

What makes this property unique

The remote location and serene setting, along with the fact that rental groups have exclusive use of the entire property, make Oak Creek Ranch the perfect location for corporate retreats, family reunions and other intimate gatherings.

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Rooms & beds

15 bedrooms (sleeps 30)

1-Glacier Park Bedroom

2-Cape Cod Room

3-Log Cabin Room

4-Yellowstone Room

5-Stars and Stripes Room

6-Golf Den

7-Fox Hunt Room

8-Vineyard Room

9-Yosemite Suite

10-Northern Exposure Room

11-French Country Bedroom

12 - The Bunkhouse

13-Cotes d'Rhone bedroom

14-John Deere Room

18-Cottage at the Pool

Cottage at the Pool

11 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Bathroom 9

Bathroom 11

Cottage at Pool bathroom

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