This modern Spanish-style ranch house is tucked away on 16 acres in San Luis Obispo on a beautiful working horse ranch. Enjoy the quiet sunrise and sunset views of the rolling peaks, acres of pastures with grazing horses, and the sounds of nature. This newly renovated 6 bedroom / 3 bathroom home features an open floor plan with a vaulted ceiling, a fully furnished kitchen, fully fenced front courtyard, and a large private fully fenced-in backyard. The backyard also features a covered patio area perfect for outdoor dining. Enjoy outdoor BBQs, yard games, or just relax around the fire pit on Adirondack chairs and unwind under the bistro lights and twinkling stars of the crisp central coastal evenings.
Just a short drive down a private dirt road to the home, you'll be greeted by several beautiful horses enjoying the open pastures. During your stay, you may hear the clip-clop of playing hooves or the excited nickering of horses awaiting morning & evening feedings. (Feeding times are approximately 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. for reference.) Horse riding and lessons are not available on-site, but there are other local trail ride experiences we can direct you to.
Our getaway is a unique vacation rental property because of its convenient location to all the amenities of the city, yet the best of quiet country living. With inspiring views of the “Seven Sisters” range (a line of seven non-active volcanic peaks), the ranch is surrounded by rolling landscapes, picturesque pastures, grassy fields, neighboring cattle ranches, seasonal poppies, and glowing sunsets- you just might forget it is located only minutes from downtown SLO, Cal Poly University, gorgeous wineries, numerous restaurants, thriving nightlife, hiking, and beaches.
We love animals. We have 4 resident pups (3 French Bulldogs, and a Chocolate Lab) that wander the property during the days. We are excited to meet your furry family members as well, but we do require a few ground rules. Dogs need to be on leashes when not inside the house or contained inside the yard. This is to ensure everyone’s safety. Dogs must be cleaned up after, and there is a pooper scooper and garbage can on site.
Children must be supervised at all times to ensure their safety and the safety of others.
Bring coats because SLO’s warm spring and summer days are cooled by coastal evening breezes! There is lots of closet space to keep extra layers.
The Space:
Bedroom 1 - Primary Bedroom: King Tempur-Pedic Bed, upstairs balcony with scenic views, comfortable and clean bedding- suitable closet with hangers and a luggage rack, Large 42” flat screen smart TV, with a 3/4 Bathroom, basic hand soap, and fresh towels.
Bedroom 2: King Memory Foam bed and a Twin-Size Memory Foam Ottoman Sleeper, upstairs balcony with scenic views, comfortable and clean bedding, spacious closet, luggage rack.
Bedroom 3: Queen Memory Foam Bed, upstairs, comfortable and clean bedding, large closet, luggage rack.
Bedroom 4: Queen Memory Foam Bed, 55" flat screen smart TV, large closet, sliding glass door with backyard access, comfortable and clean bedding, luggage rack.
Bedroom 5 Adjoining Room: Queen Memory Foam Bed, private fireplace, 32" flat screen smart TV, Option to open connecting door to adjoining room #6. Connected with an interior door for family-friendly living, groups of friends or relatives who want to share space, yet also enjoy privacy. Comfortable and clean bedding, luggage rack.
Bedroom 6 Adjoining Room: Quad Bunk Room with 4 adult rated memory foam twin beds. Option to open connecting door to adjoining room #5. Connected with an interior door for family-friendly living, groups of friends or relatives who want to share space, yet also enjoy privacy. Comfortable and clean bedding.
Optional Moveable Beds: We provide 3 optional roll-away memory foam beds on wheels - 37 lbs. each with a weight capacity of 265 lbs. each, Dimensions: 79" x 31.5" x 16"
Kitchen: Full Kitchen, completely stocked with cookware, spices, 2 coffee makers, blender, toaster, toaster oven, bottled water dispenser, and a full-sized stainless steel fridge and freezer, Dishwasher, 6 Burner-48" Stove.
Living room/dining room: Queen Sofa Sleeper, 2 Sitting Chairs, Large 75” Flat Screen Smart TV. Dining room table suitable for 10-14 guests, and a spacious island set up with 4 bar stools. Addition tables with seating overlooking the horse pastures and beautiful views of Bishops Peak & Madonna Mountain. Appointed with new premium fixtures, furniture, amenities, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.
Parking: Park directly on the property, 4 car maximum unless otherwise arranged. Please contact us if you plan on having more than 4 vehicles.
BY BOOKING THIS LISTING YOU AGREE TO:
WAIVER OF LIABILITY: This is an Equine Facility, All activities on these grounds are subject to the Equine Inherent Risk Law, by your presence in this facility you are indicating that you have accepted the limits of liability resulting from inherent risks of equine activities. Guest agrees to instruct all guests on-premises to not access any off-limit, or unsafe sections of the property including horse stalls and roof-tops. Guest agrees to assume all responsibility to make all occupants aware of risks and for the consequences of those risks and to be fully and solely responsible for any accidents that may occur. Guest agrees to waive any claim whatsoever against the property owner or Manager for injuries or claims.
HOLD HARMLESS: The Guest and all occupants shall hereby indemnify and hold harmless the Manager and property owner against any claims of personal injury, property damage, or loss arising from the use of the premises regardless of the nature of the accident, injury, or loss. Guests also expressly recognize that any insurance for property damage or loss that the Landlord may maintain on the property does not cover the personal property of Guests and that Guests should purchase their insurance if such coverage is desired.
Pricing: Basic (14 people): $995 night base rate Cleaning Fee: $300 (Applied once per trip) Extra people: $50/person/night after 14 guests Dogs: $25/dog/night
Our dedicated vacation rental is professionally cleaned (fresh linens, towels, etc.) and a hotel-quality experience awaits your arrival. Accommodates up to 14-20 guests comfortably.
This coastal retreat halfway between LA and SF is a short 10-minute scenic drive to downtown SLO (Thursday Night Farmer’s Market, Cal Poly, restaurants, nightlife, etc.) and beautiful Avila Beach (spectacular beach, dedicated dog beach, pier, shops, wineries, etc).
Easy Day trips from the Ranch house are: Pismo Beach Oceano Sand Dunes Morro Bay/Morro Strand State Park Port San Luis Dog Beach HWY 1 Coastal Scenic Drive Big Sur Hearst Castle Paso Robles Wine Country Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market (Thursdays) Cal Poly State University Campus Avila Beach (Beach Activities, Fresh Seafood, Dining, Wine Tasting, etc.) Montana De Oro State Park (great hiking and surfing) A plethora of Wine Tasting at Local Wineries
Nearby Things to do: World Famous Farmers Market Every Thursday Hike one of the Seven Sisters, Bishops Peak, Cerro San Luis (Madonna Mountain), or any number of local trails (list of favorite hikes). Local Shopping Downtown Wine Tasting at endless local Wineries Local Distilleries: Rod & Hammers, Krobar, Slo Bitter Co. Downtown Night Life Local Coffee Shops Mountain Biking Bike Night (1st Thursday of every month) Local Art Museums Fremont Theater, Palm Theater Outdoor rock climbing and bouldering on Bishops Peak Indoor Climbing at “The Pad” Historic Mission San Luis Adobe Dalidet Gardens China own Railroad Park Frisbee Golf Pickle Ball Pismo Beach, Pier, and Boardwalk Avila Beach, Pier, and Boardwalk Morro Bay Boardwalk, Morro Rock Morro Bay Aquarium Concerts in the Park (Summer Only) Seasonal Festivals Axe Throwing Archery Shooting Range Local Golf Courses The Creamery Bubblegum Alley Avila valley barn Kayak or Paddle Board in Avila or Morro Bay
Surf Lessons by the Surfing Goats of Pismo Beach Sand Dunes Lighthouse Tour in Port San Luis (public access by Kayak only) Massages/Pedicures Horseback Riding at the Madonna Inn or Central Coast Trail Rides Atascadero Zoo
License Number: 6011394a
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On-site 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
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About the area
San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo is home to this holiday home. Fremont Theater and Ah Louis Store are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Avila Hot Springs and Irish Hills Natural Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider SLO Ranch Farms and Marketplace, or check out an event or a game at Alex G. Spanos Stadium.
Irish Hills Natural Reserve - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Bishop Peak Trail - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
Getting around
San Luis Obispo Station - 16 min drive
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 7 min drive
Burger King - 6 min drive
Milk In It - 7 min drive
Raku Ramen - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Central Coast Ranch Villa pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Central Coast Ranch Villa?
As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Coast Ranch Villa on 12 Apr 2026 start from £752, 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 Central Coast Ranch Villa?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Central Coast Ranch Villa?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Central Coast Ranch Villa?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Central Coast Ranch Villa located?
Located in San Luis Obispo, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Laguna Lake Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of SLO Ranch Farms and Marketplace and San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden. Leaning Pine Arboretum and Performing Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Excellent experience! Everything you would expect from a Super Host. The home was clean, the kitchen had everything we needed, super fun game room, the outdoor areas were well done, and all just a short drive from SLO. I highly recommend this place!
We loved our stay! The house was well equipped and clean. Pet friendly and kid friendly. We all had fun roasting marshmallows in the fire pit in the back yard. Great place for our family. Only slight drawback was the ants but overall very nice property!
We stayed here over Christmas with a multi-generational family and our dogs, and the house was absolutely perfect for a holiday gathering. The home is comfortable, beautifully designed, and thoughtfully laid out with plenty of separate spaces so everyone could relax or do their own thing without feeling crowded. The game room was a lifesaver during the unseasonal rains!It’s incredibly well equipped. Everything from the kitchen to the tech felt high quality and easy to use, which made settling in effortless. The amenities really stood out and made the house feel like a true home rather than just a rental. We also appreciated how safe and secure the property felt. Overall, this was an ideal place for a family vacation: cozy yet spacious, functional yet stylish, and well suited for making memories together. We would happily stay here again.
Such a fantastic stay for a summer family trip. We had three families with multiple generations under one roof for the weekend. The place is in a beautiful farm where the kiddos were excited to see the horses everyday. The backyard is incredible with amazing seating and a fire pit. Overall highly recommend for 3 families with kids. Host was very responsive and provided helpful suggestions to plan for the trip. We will definitely come back again. Avila beach is so close by 18 min drive.
Super nice open floor plan for our gathering of 14 family members. It was a bit windy in the evenings so we couldn’t take advantage of the back patio like we had hoped. Nice and clean. Loved how close it was to downtown SLO.
Solid choice for large group wanting to explore the Central Coast
The house easily accommodated our group of 13 people and the hosts were very responsive to all of our questions. There is a large game room, large backyard where you can BBQ and play corn hole, and two sets of washers and dryers.The house is located in a rural area, but it's just a short 10-minute drive from San Luis Obispo. The location is great for anyone wanting a jumping off point to central coast destinations (Morro Bay, Pismo Beach, Avila Beach, Paso Robles are all 20-30 minutes away).
This house was wonderful. We have college students at Cal Poly and decided to spend Easter with the family in SLO. The house meet all our needs. We had a wonderful time. The view and horses made it extra special. I would recommend this house.
We had a business event for two days in Los Osos and 8 board members with a couple spouses stayed at the house for two nights, with several dogs. Plenty of room for everyone.
We had a great time at this beautiful VRBO! It was amazing to wake up to the horses on the property. The hosts were great and we would love to stay there again. There was an awesome game room and backyard that were a plus. We had 15 people come. It was an awesome location as well - close to downtown slo
This was a magical ranch house for our group. It was private, clean, and had lots of ammenities. We loved the game room and outdoor space with a fire pit.The surrounding area was lovely with epic views. Seeing the horses on our drive up the gravel driveway was a plus. We were so close to Morro Bay and San Luis Obispo but it felt like we were miles away. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well laid out with ample supplies.The living room was spacious with comfy chairs and couches to chill in. It was heaven for our little retreat!
Beautiful newly remodeled home on a beautiful property. Great amenities and views! Didn’t have much contact with hosts because everything was perfect! Pictures speak for themselves. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
We’ve been having our annual 4th of July reunions in the central Cal area due to having family in both SoCal and the Bay Area. This was our 7th gathering and everyone agreed that it was the best stay! Communication before and during the stay were top notch. We had a little plumbing issue and it was resolved right away. Everything from the location, amenities provided, hosts, and the home itself were unsurpassed. And if you love horses… huge bonus! We will absolutely plan on returning next year! Thank you Lindsey and Ish!!
We stayed here with a few families for a baseball tournament, location was great, nice place for some downtime and fun outside of the game schedule. Everything we wanted or needed was here. Can’t say anything negative about this property
Tina T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Lindsey or Ish
A little about us... We are both Cal Poly SLO graduates (Lindsey studied Animal Science, Ish studied Graphic Communications & Design and also Wrestled for Cal Poly) We have been lucky enough to call San Luis Obispo our home ever since. We have owned this ranch since 2004. A few things we do... Lindsey designs showclothing for the western equine industry, competes in working cowhorse events, breeds and raises preformance horses, and loves our animals. Ish is a graphic designer, children's book illustrator, photographer, video producer, and loves our animals too.
We have 2 incredible boys who love the ranch life, tractors, and digging in the dirt and mud- true ranch boys!
Why they chose this property
Modern Spanish-style ranch house on 16 acres in San Luis Obispo, convenient location to all the amenities of the city, yet the best of quiet country living, on a beautiful working horse ranch. Newly renovated 6 bedroom/3 bathroom home features an open floor plan with vaulted ceiling, a fully furnished kitchen, fully fenced front courtyard, and a large private fully fenced-in backyard with a covered dining area, fire pit, yard games and plenty of space to relax.
What makes this property unique
Modern Spanish-style ranch house on 16 acres in San Luis Obispo, convenient location to all the amenities of the city, yet the best of quiet country living, on a beautiful working horse ranch. Newly renovated 6 bedroom/3 bathroom home features an open floor plan with vaulted ceiling, a fully furnished kitchen, fully fenced front courtyard, and a large private fully fenced-in backyard with a covered dining area, fire pit, yard games and plenty of space to relax.
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