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The Cabin at Whisper Valley Ranch

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A cabin with a sign, surrounded by trees and string lights.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, and a skylight.
A wooden bridge leading to a lodge with a blue roof, surrounded by trees.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, large windows, and comfortable seating.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Santa Margarita, CA
  • Place, Santa Margarita Lake
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunkhouse Guest Room

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bunkhouse Main Room

3 Single Beds

Main Cabin Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Main Cabin Loft Bedroom and Sitting Room

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bed

Main Cabin Master Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

"Looking Good" Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bunkhouse Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master En Suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

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About the area

Santa Margarita

Located in Santa Margarita, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Pozo Saloon and Dallidet Adobe and Gardens are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Mustang Waterpark and Performing Arts Center. Leaning Pine Arboretum and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Santa Margarita, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Margarita Lake - 25 min drive - 18.5 km
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 38 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 40 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 41 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Fremont Theater - 41 min drive - 40.7 km

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 58 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Way Back In - ‬29 min drive
  • The Boardroom
  • ‪Firestone Walker - From The Barrel - ‬35 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cabin at Whisper Valley Ranch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cabin at Whisper Valley Ranch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cabin at Whisper Valley Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cabin at Whisper Valley Ranch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cabin at Whisper Valley Ranch located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Santa Margarita Lake, Ancient Peaks Winery and Los Padres National Forest. Atascadero State Hospital and Pozo Saloon are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at the cabin. It's a little far out in the wilderness but the quiet, peaceful surroundings were beautiful. Thank you for being great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Property

We had 4 teenagers and 6 adults stay for 3 nights and had an absolute blast. We were able to have huge family dinners nightly and were so comfortable. We hiked the trails in the morning and it was really not as far out as expected. Definitely remote but an easy trip. Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Escape!

This property is one of the best I have ever enjoyed with my family! After a year of isolation it was such a great retreat from the noise of the world to enjoy with my children and grandchildren! quiet, homey, among nature in a luxury cabin setting! Well worth your time to enjoy!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what you need!

We booked the Whisper Valley Ranch for a girlfriend's surprise 40th cowgirl camp weekend, and it could not have been more perfect! Not a detail was missed with the cabin, bunk house, or the outside entertaining area. We enjoyed hiking around the property and exploring the surrounding area with lunch in Santa Margarita. Kelli was a gem to work with in planning our weekend and all the things we would need or not need for our stay at the cabin. 10/10 recommend a stay! We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Getaway!

We had a great time with our kids and this wonderful property in the woods. We enjoyed all our meals on the huge outdoor dining table under the trees, enjoyed our morning coffee and evening tea on the comfortable chairs on the front porch. Our group had children ranging from 2 to 10, who couldn't get enough exploring the property and going on mini adventures. There are also small hikes connected to the property that we were able to do with the kids as well once it cooled down in the evening. The hosts were in contact often, we had no issues with anything at the property and will definitely return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family weekend

This house was so beautiful and clean. It’s a bit out of the way but so worth it. We stayed here with family for our daughter’s Cal Poly graduation- it’s about a 1/2 hour drive to campus. Would love to return to relax and enjoy the house and property more another time when it’s not such a busy weekend. Property managers were very quick to respond to questions. And they’ve thought of so many fun/ games/ conveniences to make the stay more comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect venue for our three families while attending a wedding in Santa Margarita. One family of four stayed in the bunkhouse, another stayed in the queen room with the loft, and the third couple stayed in the primary bedroom.The property was beautifully decorated and truly unique—you can tell a great deal of care went into the design. It was very spacious and ideal for our group to gather, play games, or simply relax together in the family room.The outdoor space was the highlight of our stay. We played bocce ball and horseshoes, took short hikes, and ended each evening making s’mores by the fire. The bathrooms were well stocked with amenities, and there were plenty of towels for everyone.Communication from Kellie, the local host, was prompt and helpful. One thing to note: you will lose cell service as you leave the main road, so be sure to take a screenshot or print out the directions ahead of time.The location is also fairly close to downtown San Luis Obispo if you plan to explore the area.We made so many wonderful memories at the Cabin in Whisper Valley and would highly recommend it—especially for groups of two to three families.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

We came to this home to celebrate my child's Cal Poly graduation. I was concerned about the distance from San Luis Obispo, but based on a pervious review I took a chance and I'm so happy I did. It was very easy to get back and forth from campus and downtown SLO. My family couldn't stop raving about the property. It was clean, well appointed, comfortable, and had many great activities (bocce ball, horse shoes, hook and ring toss game, etc.). We enjoyed the beautiful porch for morning coffee and afternoon cocktails. The beds were very comfortable and we loved all the different room options for our group of 10. My one regret is that we didn't have enough time to explore and enjoy this beautiful property so hopefully we'll be able to come again. Thank you, thank you for sharing with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dreamy cabin in the woods

If you’re looking for the most dreamy cabin in the woods experience filled with hiking, deer spotting, painting pinecones (we left them up front), bocce ball, ring game, wild turkey calling (we found him), star gazing, this is it. We brought tons of bug spray and needed zero on our March spring break. The days were wonderfully long and without electronics. Our kids ages 4-9 just unplugged and had so much fun. Locally we hit up Ancient Peaks wine tasting and enjoyed some patio time during one single putting but mainly played games and had long cookouts on the cowboy caldron. Check out more of a review after you book on the guest book when you visit under Malone/Acosta family. When you arrive you’ll GASP and when you leave you’ll feel sad you didn’t book a longer stay. We felt so wonderfully blessed to have found this listing. This is just 10/10 so just book it!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded Getaway

Lovely property in a beautiful setting that has everything needed for a vacation. Lots to do around the area. Property managers are very responsive to questions and ideas for activities. We did zip-lining, kayaking, horse riding and wine-tasting and more. We used this for a week's family vacation before moving our youngest into Cal Poly, which is only 30 minutes from the ranch.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A magical weekend

I can’t say enough about Whisper Valley Ranch The property is gorgeous and picturesque from every angle. We had great fun exploring the private trails and had endless amounts of bocci ball tournaments, although the best thing may have been sitting on the front porch with my coffee listening to the symphony of birds...and in the evenings when the birds are quiet you will know why it is named Whisper Valley. The cabin was the perfect layout of my family of 5. The style and attention to detail is beyond compare. The cabin is somehow warm and cozy while simultaneously large and spacious We did not use the bunkhouse. The cabin was well stocked and every detail was thought through. The welcome basket was was above and beyond. The information binder was fun to read through. I don’t think I’ve ever been to a cleaner rental...seriously it looks as if you are the first guest to ever stay here. I will reiterate that the ladder up to the loft is steep so be cautious with little ones. Our stay was nothing short of magical and we look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Impressive Property. Excellent Experience

A group of 9 Cal Poly Alumni stayed at the Cabin and we could not have been happier. There are a couple things about the house that we had to work around such as: 1) No inside dining room. 2) No food pantry. 3) remote location. 4) Relatively small living room. However, we knew all of that going in from the very accurate listing and communication with the property management team. The grounds are amazing and very well maintained. We saw tons of wild life (turkeys, a fox, owls, birds, etc.). All of the appliances and finishes of the house are top of the line and very well done. The large size and location of the property provide unlimited privacy, but also the convivence of being just 15 minutes out of town (Santa Margarita) Overall...it is exactly what we were looking for and our group was very impressed with all aspects of the property. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2nd Trip - Work Retreat

We have used this property for work retreat on two different occasions. All of the unique spaces provide plenty of opportunity for groups to enjoy each other, but also places to find some solitude. The hiking trails are easily accessible, and just challenging enough to get the heart rate up good. The outdoor games always brings out the competitive spirit and lots of laughter.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov, 2021
Thank you so much for returning to WVR again this year! There is no better compliment that you can give us than coming to stay again! It really warms our hearts. We look forward to many years of your group having bocce ball tournaments and hiking our trails! Cheers
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway

The property and house are beautiful and comfortable. I plan to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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