Located in Cambria, this holiday home is in the mountains. Hearst Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonstone Beach and Moonstone Beach Park. Stepladder Ranch and Creamery and Cambria State Marine Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby surfing/body boarding, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
San Simeon Nature Preserve - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
San Simeon State Park - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
Moonstone Beach - 18 min drive - 13.5 km
Moonstone Beach Park - 19 min drive - 14.2 km
Fiscalini Ranch Preserve - 20 min drive - 16.0 km
Getting around
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 94 min drive
Restaurants
Main Street Grill - 20 min drive
Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - 20 min drive
Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - 19 min drive
Mojo’s Village Bean - 22 min drive
Big Sur Restaurant - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Spectacular Views on 160 Acre Stunning Ranch House pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Spectacular Views on 160 Acre Stunning Ranch House?
As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spectacular Views on 160 Acre Stunning Ranch House on 25 Apr 2027 start from £2,368, 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 at Spectacular Views on 160 Acre Stunning Ranch House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spectacular Views on 160 Acre Stunning Ranch House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spectacular Views on 160 Acre Stunning Ranch House?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Spectacular Views on 160 Acre Stunning Ranch House located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Stepladder Ranch and Creamery and within 6 miles (10 km) of San Simeon State Park and San Simeon Nature Preserve. Leffingwell Landing and Cambria State Marine Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The hosts cleared us to bring our four dogs. They had a great time. Beautiful home and grounds. Open space and tranquil.The resident farm critters are adorable.
What a beautiful property and a wonderful renting experience :) we had our wedding here and it was PERFECT. It is so quiet and magical, with the sounds of wind chimes and birds filling the air :) the home is very clean and spacious and the backyard is magical. It truly was the perfect setting for our small backyard wedding :) our family was in awe of the property too! Mary was wonderful! She was so helpful and kind throughout the entire process :) we would love to come up here again for future anniversaries!
A great property to enjoy the beautiful California hills. The house was perfect for our needs. We made the trip to visit Hearst Castle and enjoy some extended family time. It was fun to feed the goats and sheep and see the cows!
AMAZING, had our son’s rehearsal dinner there and eve was so impressed with the property. I only wish I’d book an extra night to enjoy the ranch. Well worth every penny!!
Beautiful rustic setting close enough to the beach to enjoy a walk on the beach but remote enough to enjoy the local wildlife and farms. Awesome game room!
The home was immaculate with absolutely beautiful views of the surrounding valley. We will definitely return for another stay. Highly recommend this home.
Beautiful home with nice appointments- very private and relaxing!
Comfortable and owner was extremely friendly and willing to assist/communicate if needed! Thank you for making our getaway so special!
This is not just a house, this is a fairy tale property whose every room is designed and decorated with an exquisite farmhouse decor. So perfect and lovely for a small group or in our case just a couple seeking a dream like romantic solitude. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2025
Good Morning George, It was such a pleasure having you stay at the ranch. We really appreciate how well you took care of our little piece of heaven. Please visit again soon! We love hosting weddings, retreats & any special events. The best compliment is to spread the word that we are here for all to enjoy!!!:-)
We had the most amazing week - the property is simply amazing. The house is beautiful - beyond all of our expectations. We all talked about when we could come back again. The views from the house are unbelievable - what a wonderful retreat!
We chose this property for the central location, it was perfect for the family to meet up. This property had everything we needed with plenty of room for the family to spread out or be together. We had some fabulous meals cooking in the large well stocked kitchen. We all enjoyed feeding the goats and sheep and walking the property. We hope to return again soon!
my entire family stayed here for 7 days. Everyone had their own space and the place was absolutely gorgeous. The location is close to the beach, Hearst Castle, Elephant Seals, San Luis Obispo and Morro Bay. Gorgeous evenings out by the firepit and the animals were very fun for the kids to feed and explore the surroundings. The owner was very responsive.
We had a phenomenal stay at Pied Piper Ranch for the Thanksgiving weekend. The property is tucked in the hills of Cambria and San Simeon and has breathtaking views and farm animals (goats, cows, and donkeys) to give you the ultimate central coast and central California experience.Mary was extremely good with communication and the property has all the amenities a group needs to have fun and to enjoy together.You're close to Highway 1, the town of Cambria, and Hearst Castle. For those looking to enjoy the wineries of Paso Robles - it's only 45-50 minutes away.We highly recommend and look forward to reserving this property in the future and coming back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Susan G.
17 May 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A few doors did not have hardware like the master bathroom door. There was just a hole where the doorknob should be therefore you could not close the door. The master bathroom also did not have any light bulbs in the light fixture so you basically have to go to the bathroom in the darkThe greaser in the oven was filthy.Having said that the house is pretty far out of town and has beautiful views and lush greenery all around it our party was a party of 8 and we had plenty of room
Such a great experience! The house was beautiful and perfectly met the needs of our group. We spent a lot of time cooking and gathering around the table for family time. We didn't want to leave.
Saw lots of wildlife (turkeys, frogs, turtles, bats, squirrels, birds, etc.). And we had a good time interacting with the donkeys.
Will definitely be booking a return trip soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
So glad you and you guest enjoyed your stay at the pied Piper Ranch. Please contact me when you would like to visit again we would love to have you stay.
We chose the Pied Piper Ranch as the venue for our wedding reception and it couldn’t have been more perfect! It is the most picturesque property and was the dreamiest location to share our love with our family and friends. I got ready in the beautiful main bedroom that served as a glamorous bridal suite, while my husband got ready in the coolest man cave billiard room! There was ample space for all of our friends to stay with us. The outdoor areas were so perfect for our intimate wedding reception. Every detail of this property is so perfectly and beautifully designed to make a gorgeous home set on a relaxing property. Just a short distance from Moonstone Beach Drive, the ranch allows you to experience the beauty of the beach and the rolling hills all in one trip.
Mary was an incredible host and was always so quick to respond to the many inquiries I had throughout my wedding planning journey. She was so accommodating and even allowed us to tour the property ahead of our stay.
We cannot wait to return to the Pied Piper Ranch and reminisce on the love that was shared on this beautiful property!
Great place to stay! Comfy beds, beautifully decorated and close to Cambria activities. Quiet and secluded but just a short drive to the ocean. Really was a great place for 4 families and 2 children to stay and sleep.
Minor MINOR complaints were there didn't seem to be any instructions on how to get in Wifi and there is absolutely NO cell reception at the Pied Piper without WiFi. No worries. We had a tour scheduled at Hearst Castle so I texted the owner who promptly got back to us there were indeed directions for WiFi in the kitchen. When we got back to the house, other friends were already there and had begun tearing the house apart looking for the WiFi password. Again nothing. They then drove into town and texted the owner as one guest had an ill mother she was checking on. Turns out the directions were ON THE BACK of the checkout instructions which were jammed between the kitchen tile and the wall. We never once considered looking on the back because it looked like the instructions were affixed to the wall. Minor but ended up being a big pain for us all. I suggest printing out a check in AND separate check out list to avoid this in the future. Knives were not sharp so we could barely cut our meat we had cooked on the BBQ.
Besides that just a great place to stay!
Had a great time at this beautiful property! Enjoyed hanging out in the pub, shooting pool, and enjoying the views on the deck. The house is so beautiful, like one you'd see in a magazine. We also loved visiting with the animals. The only bad part was that we had to leave.
This place was a great getaway for the family. The hosts were very communicative and friendly. When we had questions during our stay, they were able to help quickly. The location is great, but if you're heading to Hearst Castle for a tour, I would add additional time, since the road can be windy and sometimes bumpy.
The place itself was clean and well equipped for us to stay. It was really relaxing to hangout around the house and outside, after getting back from going around town. It is very secluded and quiet, and we were able to enjoy a nice glass of wine before the sun sets.
I'm not sure if this is in the hosts control, but when we were trying to stargaze, there were some bats flying around at night, which scared the family to go back inside. Just sharing for other guests to be aware, if you're out in the backyard at night.
Thanks for an amazing stay!