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Kitchen
Living room & dining area
Patio seating for your coffee, wine or working.
Main bedroom #1
Queen comfy bed
Lots of light, huge closet

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Morro Bay, CA
  • Morro Bay Golf Course
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Morro Rock Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Morro Rock
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Cottage-Cozy-Peaceful-Private Garden Easy walk Downtown & the Embarcadero

NEIGHBORHOOD
You will enjoy this perfect escape in our totally updated coastal cottage. Nestled in the quiet, historic Morro Heights you can escape from the hustle bustle of city life. You’ll hear very little traffic or neighborhood noise because you are tucked away behind our main house in your secluded setting. Walk 7 blocks to the Embarcadero/Bay, downtown is 3 blocks, and Morro Rock 1.5 beautiful miles.

SPACE
Inside you’ll quickly see the freshly updated decor and super clean Cottage. The 800 sq ft space is great for 1 or 2 couples or a small family. Both bedrooms are comfortable and cozy. Primary bedroom has a Queen bed, primary bath with tub/shower and 2nd smaller bedroom has a double bed. 1/2 bath is in the hallway. Large closets in each bedroom to store clothes and gear. The comfy living room is inviting to kick back, open up the windows and feel the breeze. We offer verified high-speed internet, Roku cable TV or sign into your streaming accounts, plenty of books, puzzles, cards and games for your entertainment. The fully equipped new kitchen has granite counters and appliances and is well stocked for your culinary needs.

The garden area offers ample seating on the porch to relax with early morning coffee or evening Happy Hour. Fresh herbs & veggies are sometimes available near the walkways to add to your meals. We offer private off-street parking next to the Cottage with easy walkability to the entrance.

GETTING AROUND
You can take off on foot anytime from 'The Cottage'. We are on the west side of Hwy 1, so easy access to groceries, library, downtown, Farmers Market, restaurants, wine tasting, Embarcadero shops and Scout Coffee are all just a few blocks away.

Public transportation is available from Morro Bay throughout the County, also Morro Bay Transit and Morro Bay Trolley (seasonal) locally.

ACTIVITIES
Daytime, enjoy boogie boarding or surfing North of the Rock, taking paddle board or sailing lessons in the bay, watching marine life, rent a kayak, take a whale watch tour and don’t miss the otters! When you’re finished head over to our favorite afternoon spot, Dockside Too, on the fishing docks for all types of fish, wine or beer and live music every day.

Visit the Museum of Natural History, Morro Bay Natural estuary, go birding in the estuary. Hike Black Hill, Morro Dunes trails, Estero Bluffs, Harmony Headlands or Montana de Oro Bluff Trail. Drive 30 minutes to tour Hearst Castle or see the Elephant Seals or a bit further for the beginning of the Big Sur Coastline.

Check Out the new pedestrian/bike bridge that will take you to the North end of Morro Bay from Morro Rock area or head on out to Morro Rock for a great morning walk. Evenings, stroll 7 blocks to the Embarcadero for Happy Hour fish tacos at Dutchman's Fish House, or take a dinner cruise.

When it’s time to turn in, leave your windows open and listen to the surf, barking seals and foghorns in the distance, yet not overpowering – can’t beat that!

CANCELLATION POLICY
Please read the cancellation policy, we cannot make exceptions. In certain circumstances, we may be able to alter your dates if we are notified early enough. This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. For protection against extenuating circumstances, medical emergencies and other complications, we strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance, there are many options available.

Property manager

Dianne & Rich Buquet
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Graco Pack & Play and umbrella stroller available.
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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
If you are a smoker you won't want to stay here.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash your dishes and leave in the rack
Log out of streaming Turn off heater, lights, TV
OPTIONAL: Empty trash during or after your stay. Cans are located at garage. Gray = trash Blue = recycling.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This a 100% non-smoking house and property, including e-cigarettes. No pets on property, no exceptions
HOLIDAYS require a 3 day stay. New Years, Memorial Weekend, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas. 4 day stay required for July 4th week.
2 cars can park tandem next to the Cottage Driveway has a slight decline from the street to the parking spot, see photo NO parking on the street

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Morro Bay

Located in Morro Bay, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Morro Bay State Park and Heron Rookery Nature Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Museum of Natural History and San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alex G. Spanos Stadium or Robert A. Mott Athletics Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Morro Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • Morro Bay State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Morro Bay Skateboard Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Morro Bay Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Morro Rock Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Morro Rock - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 21 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪High Tide - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fosters Freeze - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dorn's Breakers Cafe - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage-Cozy-Peaceful-Private Garden Easy walk Downtown & the Embarcadero pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage-Cozy-Peaceful-Private Garden Easy walk Downtown & the Embarcadero?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage-Cozy-Peaceful-Private Garden Easy walk Downtown & the Embarcadero?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage-Cozy-Peaceful-Private Garden Easy walk Downtown & the Embarcadero located?

Located in the heart of Morro Bay, this golf cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Morro Bay Art Association Gallery, Morro Bay Skateboard Museum, and The Giant Chessboard. Morro Bay State Park and Montaña de Oro State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet and comfortable. Close to amenities and the Embarcadero.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily V.

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

Beautiful cottage perfect location

lovely day and property is as described
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and well stocked with anything one might need. Lovely flower garden
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie and V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time at the cottage. I’m local to the area so had busy days and loved coming back to this little oasis at night. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

Very sweet little getaway

We enjoyed our stay. Very cute and provided everything we needed. We were afraid we wouldn't be able to play our guitars but turns out the owner is in a band.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful!

We had a wonderful stay at The Cottage. It was comfortable, clean and well-stocked. The location is in a very quiet neighborhood within easy walking distance to restaurants and the Embarcadero as well as Albertson’s supermarket. We highly recommend staying here. Thank you Dianne and Rich!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa E.

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

Sweet Place

What a lovely place! We enjoyed the gorgeous landscaping full of beautiful flowers. It was a cozy little cottage well stocked with everything to cook when we ate in. Very clean with plenty of room. We’d love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron B.

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

Very clean and quiet

Dianne & Rich have a very nice place in Morro Bay, very clean and quiet. We really enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

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

Nice Cottage

We have stayed at this cottage before and have always enjoyed it. The location is great, very close to the embarcadero. The cottage itself is very clean and quite cozy!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

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

Thank you!

This cute cottage on the back part of this property is quiet, clean, and centrally located. A beautiful gem!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina D.

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

perfect place near everything

My family of 4 and I loved staying here. We had everything we needed at this comfortable house. We appreciated the option to walk to town and tourist attractions. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa V.

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

Wonderful property

We really enjoyed our stay at The Cottage in Morro Bay! The house was lovely and the location perfect. We highly recommend! We hope to return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rusty L.

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

Nice place

The house is near "downtown", and fairly easy access to the Embarcadero.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

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

Great place to stay!

Very clean, fully stocked, comfortable - a perfect place for my son and I to stay on a long weekend trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joelle B.

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

Fantastic Cottage!

Cottage was very clean and very well stocked. Location was excellent, close to beach yet super quiet at night. Hosts were very helpful and friendly. Very enjoyable stay, I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

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

Morro Bay Vacation

Had a great time. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

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

Great stay

Exactly as described, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, easy check in. Super clean and comfortable, I would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

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

Cottage Morro Bay

This is a cute cottage with beautiful gardens. It had everything we needed and some. It is centrally located for all our day trips. Resource information available was great. Thank you for a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Would definitely stay again!

Very nice property and great location! Loved Morro Bay!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Visit for a Wedding

Great! Rich & Diane even set up a pack n play for us for our son.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin k.

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

Wonderful stay

Very cute place in an ideal location, we loved that we could walk everywhere. Diane and Rich were wonderful hosts. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

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

Morro Bay Cottage is our favorite

We always enjoy our stay at the Cottage. It is a great location and feels like home. Dianne and Rich are wonderful hosts. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan N.

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

Great place!

Very clean, everything we needed. Great for a family, nice location and excellent communication. Hope to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo Anne R.

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

Perfect Cottage

The stay at the Cottage was warm and welcoming. Location was walking distance to all the shops, restaurants and beach. I would stay there again or recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

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

Great location in Morro Bay

Our second time staying at the Cottage. Owners are such nice people and their place is so comfortable and a short walk to all the shops and restaurants in Morro Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dianne & Rich Buquet

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We retired from San Diego and built our home in Morro Bay. The Cottage sits just behind our home and is secluded from the street. We love meeting guests but give them complete privacy. We are here if you need us. We love to hike, kayak, fish, bike, walk through town and watch sunsets from our deck.

Why they chose this property

Morro Bay is the best place ever.....we chose it for retirement because it beat out every other California coastal town we looked at. We walk through the Embarcadero and out to Morro Rock almost every day from our home/The Cottage. This super friendly town, has wo many great restaurants, happy hours and activities in the harbor. Although we are close to downtown, our street is in a quiet neighborhood. The Cottage is tucked behind our main house giving our guests maximum privacy and a quiet peaceful garden to retreat to after a day of exploring the area. There are usually herbs and veggies growing amongst the flowers.

What makes this property unique

The Cottage was actually an Army barrack at Camp San Luis. It was moved to our property in the 1940's along with several others in town that are also now residences. A family lived here until it was sold in the early 2000's and total updated, down to the studs. The only original feature is the beautiful clear fir hardware flooring in the main living space which was preserved.

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English

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