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Vines & Views. Modern designer cottage with 360-degree views of vines & wildlife

Family-friendly cottage in Templeton with a water park

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Peace & quiet in the heart of wine country yet close to shops & restaurants.
Kuona means 'I see' in Swahili! 360 views for miles and miles!
Welcome gift of local goodies!
Open plan living with picture windows of glorious views.
Welcome to just another day at Kuona Cottage.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Templeton, CA
  • Place, Firestone Walker Brewing
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Vina Robles Winery and Amphitheater
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Sensorio
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vines & Views. Modern designer cottage with 360-degree views of vines & wildlife

A modern designer cottage sitting atop a 12 acre property with 360 degree views of the beautiful and bountiful wine growing and ranching region of The California Central Coast next door to a world renowned Bio-dynamic Winery.

A large deck for outdoor dining, drinking, watching our local wildlife and contemplating the joys of life. A spacious open plan sitting, dining and kitchen with more of those panoramic views outside. Ideal for communing, chilling and feasting. Two spacious double bedrooms with high quality queen beds, freshly ironed linens and a European bathroom complete with a large walk in rain-head shower. There is also a comfy couch ideal for children in the lounge. Perfect for resting and refreshing. A bocce ball court with a view to die for, and miles of trails if you are feeling energetic.

All this only 12 minutes off the 101, in the heart of over 100 wineries, a 15-minute drive to the bars, restaurants and shopping of Paso Robles, Templeton and Atascadero and 30 minutes to the coast from Morro Bay to Hearst Castle.

Our cottage is designed for adults and sleeps 4. It has every thing you need for a memorable stay on the central coast, for a weekend, a week or a month.

Our fully equipped chef's kitchen comes with everything you need to enjoy meals at home, and the outside BBQ might have one of the best views of any BBQ in California.

The home is a contemporary design reflecting the owners' international travels and has all the comforts of home including high quality freshly ironed bed linen, towels, bathroom supplies, hair dryer and plenty of wardrobe space.

Super efficient heating & a/c. Filtered water. High speed WiFi on a property that is to all intents and purposes 'off the grid' and self-sufficient. We try to keep our environmental footprint to a minimum.

Outside there are 13 acres grazed by deer, horses, cattle, sheep and llamas which guests can walk around. Guests are also welcome to use the bocce ball court which might have the best views from the court anywhere.

We live on the property, and will welcome you with a package of local delicacies along with a native's knowledge of things to do in the area. Let us know if its beach, mountains, towns, wineries, trails, riding, shopping, dining, drinking you are looking to indulge in. We're confident we can give you great local recommendations and we have also arranged some special packages with local wineries, olive oil producers and coffee roasters.

We are lucky enough to have lived all over the world, and chose to return here as the closest place to paradise for modern living that we can find. The fact that one of us was born here didn't hurt either!

Please feel free to call if you have any questions, or email. We're confident our rates are the best value for money in the area, and we'll do whatever we can to make sure you enjoy your visit as much as we love living here.

For more pictures please visit www.instagram.com/kuonacottage

PS. Please note that we require a minimum 3 night booking. Also the property is not suitable for wheelchair access, and we don't have cribs, high chairs etc. for infants. The property is also a working vineyard and we do have animals so cannot accept children under the age of eleven.

Also, we always buy travel insurance. Between Pandemics, natural disasters, unexpected health issues and airline calamities it’s always possible that travel plans get disrupted. The cost per trip is minimal and annual polices are also relatively inexpensive. We’ll always work with you if life happens while you’re making other plans, but having travel insurance is great piece of mind.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The cottage has no high chairs, cribs for children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave the sheets on the bed and gather towels in the bathroom. Thank you.
Please close the sliding door, lock the front door and leave the key in the door. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Kuona Cottage is not suitable for wheelchairs.
As per CA law, we welcome service dogs with proof of training. Emotional support dogs are subject to prior approval.
Additional fee of $15 per night to charge an EV. We do not have an EV charging station. The source is a standard 120V domestic outlet.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Templeton

Located in Templeton, this cottage is in a rural area. Atascadero Historical Museum and Templeton Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial and Paso Robles History Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Olea Farm and Charles Paddock Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Templeton, CA

What's nearby

  • Paso Robles Golf Club - 18 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Firestone Walker Brewing - 19 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Vina Robles Winery and Amphitheater - 22 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Cass Winery - 23 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Sensorio - 23 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Paso Robles Station - 28 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pollo Loco - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Kitchenette - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Joe's Other Place - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kilokilo Brewing Company - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vines & Views. Modern designer cottage with 360-degree views of vines & wildlife pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vines & Views. Modern designer cottage with 360-degree views of vines & wildlife?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vines & Views. Modern designer cottage with 360-degree views of vines & wildlife?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Vines & Views. Modern designer cottage with 360-degree views of vines & wildlife located?

This family-friendly Templeton cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Pomar Junction Vineyard & Winery, Fableist Wine Company and Sarzotti Vineyard and Winery. Olea Farm and Hansen Vineyards & Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Clive Pinder

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We were born on the Central Coast of California and the West Coast of Africa. We have lived to travel, funded by successful careers in entertainment, technology and healthcare. We are happiest among friends in exotic places, enjoying the epicurean delights of great food, wine and conversation.
Our goal has always been to build homes around the idea of open plan open air living in places that we love. After building a beach home on the island Zanzibar off the East Coast of Africa, we turned our attention to building our dream home back home where Karrin was born.

Why they chose this property

We designed and built the homes on the property ourselves. The cottage is based on all the features and home comforts we look for when renting our own holiday villas. We are lucky enough to have lived and traveled around the world, from Europe through Africa. Big cities, country villages and golden sandy beaches. Yet chose to return here because of the unique combination of great weather, world class vineyards and ranches, one of the most famous coastlines in the world, easy access by car and plane and wonderful shops and restaurants.
Not included: Noise; Mini-bars, Schedules, Lowered Voices, Strangers, Apologizing.
Included: Peace & Quiet, Space, Freedom, Flexibility, Conviviality, Loved Ones, Great Memories.

What makes this property unique

The first thing you'll notice as you drive up the lane is the tranquility. Then you'll be immersed in a 360 degree view of rolling hills, vineyards and ranches. (Kuona means 'To See' in Swahili, the language of Zanzibar and East Africa). As we welcome you with a glass of wine, a pot of tea (the English are never far from a cuppa) or freshly roasted coffee from our coffee shop, you'll be struck by the warm, contemporary interior design and all the comforts of home. That includes a welcome pack from some of our favorite producers in the area including wine, discounted wine tastings, olive oil, freshly roasted coffee and amazing honey from bees who feast on a coastal avocado farm.

We have friends at vineyards and olive farms, restaurants ranches around the area. That means we have plenty of 'insider tips' and 'local knowledge' to help you make the most of your stay.

Right next door is a world famous natural wine vineyard where you can get a tour & tasting of one of the purest and most natural expressions of wine you will ever taste.

Just down the road is an amazing organic fruit and vegetable farm.

We love living here and enjoying all the world class natural produce that the Central Coast has to offer.

Languages:

English

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