This is a traveler's haven

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You will want to spend every moment on the back deck relaxing!

My favorite room - wood-burning fireplace! (darling redhead is NOT included)

The grandchildren's playroom is a very popular place if you bring your family!

A panorama of the back deck showing the spa, patio table, and fire pit.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

San Luis Obispo, CA

Laguna Lake Park
‪1 min walk‬
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
‪6 min drive‬
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
‪7 min drive‬
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Children's PlayRoom

1 Queen Bed

Fireplace Room

1 Queen Murphy Bed

Front Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Middle Guest Room

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This beautiful home will welcome either the solo traveler or families, we are ready for you! Enjoy the deck while you relax by the chimanea, or get into the spa for total relaxation! The house has three bedrooms, and the upstairs room can also has a queen sized bed. There is a very comfortable Murphy bed in the fireplace room. The playroom is great for kids! I recently added an electric fireplace/heater to the master bedroom, so lovely to wake up and look out at the mountain while you are comfy and warm in bed... I love sharing my home with others, I know that you will love it too!

Property manager

Leslie McKinley

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Lake view

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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

There is a $500 security deposit that is fully refundable based on the condition of the house. The $125 cleaning deposit is non-refundable.

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

This property uses 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

About the area

San Luis Obispo

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Laguna, a neighbourhood in San Luis Obispo. While the natural beauty of Avila Hot Springs and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Pismo Beach Pier. Travelling with kids? Consider San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

San Luis Obispo, CA

What's nearby

Laguna Lake Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Bubblegum Alley - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
Fremont Theater - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 7 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

San Luis Obispo Station - 13 min drive
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
‪Olive Garden - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This is a traveler's haven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This is a traveler's haven?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This is a traveler's haven?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is This is a traveler's haven located?

This family-friendly San Luis Obispo holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Laguna Lake Park and Irish Hills Natural Reserve. Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Cerro San Luis Obispo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Evan I.

9 Mar, 2025

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

Lakeside Paradise

Leslie was a wonderful host and the place was super clean! Will definitely try to stay here again next time i’m in San Luis Obispo.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyme M.

17 Feb, 2025

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

SLO Lakeside

We stayed due to overflow at a family home during a Celebration of Life! This stay was a blessing in many ways! There were many similarities to the family home which were welcoming and comforting. A 32 year neighbor of my parents (family home) coincidentally knew Leslie, our host and described her as a “great woman.” The house was lovely and clean. It was wonderful viewing the look from the other end!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

7 Jan, 2025

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

Just what we wanted!

Leslie’s SLO Lakeside Lodge was a big hit with my family, even better than we expected. Leslie thoughtfully provided us with some nice gifts for our arrival, and everything was clean and well laid out. The view was as lovely as it is in her pictures, the hot tub was terrific and accessible, and even the weather cooperated mostly. Location was very good, close to rock climbing, which we appreciated, and very close to restaurants and shopping. But still felt like a neighborhood. Wonderful lake with hiking trails

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

6 Nov, 2024

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

Great Family Vacation Spot

Had a great time with our family staying at this house. Gives you the feeling of staying at a relatives house. Leslie the host is very good. She will communicate with you prior to check in and will answer any questions you may have. I we highly recommend staying here. Thanks again.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mike a.

15 Oct, 2024

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

Couples outing

Nice homey spot. Our host was very thorough and communicated well. Great views. Oldish hot tub. Good spot for family.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt A.

9 Sept, 2024

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

Great home with a wonderful view!

Leslie was a wonderful host through her prompt and thorough walk through of the home. We enjoyed our stay for the lovely view of the lake and the close proximity to SLO. Would recommend the stay for any family

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

31 Aug, 2024

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

Guys weekend

Wonderful stay. Quiet neighborhood and centrally located. Would stay again

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

william k.

2 Aug, 2024

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

Laguna Lake

This was a perfect place for my family. Each adult had their own room. The deck is amazing and we spent most of our daytime hours out there overlooking the lake. Another special feature is an upstairs playroom for children where you can just let them go. Leslie is a wonderful host!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

georgia w.

1 Aug, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Owner’s residence

The setting is beautiful. The home is the primary residence of the owner. Lots of stuff to watch out for with little kids. The upstairs kids room is very hot with little ventilation. Be careful if you use the jacuzzi, we were charged for a repair on the cover frame that was already damaged. Take pictures of everything that isn’t perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

M. Robert T.

16 Jul, 2024

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a great time. House was lovely and communication with the host was spectacular! I am looking for an excuse to vacation here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

27 Jun, 2024

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

Great Location

Nice house. Owner met on arrival for quick walk-through. Very gracious and welcoming. Peaceful setting in back yard. Easy to get to from highway.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

18 Jun, 2024

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

Great stay

I had a small gathering for friends and family at this home for a graduation. The owner Leslie was very responsive to all my questions. The deck is fabulous for entertaining. Incredible view. Wonderful local goodies left for us by the owner along with recommendations for local area eats and areas to explore.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle G.

13 Jun, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful gem

Leslie’s home provided character and peace. From lively family ping pong matches to quiet coffee moments on the back patio overlooking the lake, her home has much to offer. We enjoyed our stay and Leslie was a lovely host.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reid N.

13 May, 2024

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

Like staying with family

Was a great home base for my friends and I while we spent time in our old college town. The jacuzzi on the back deck was a wonderful nighttime hang. The house felt like staying at a family members home. Had everything we needed. Leslie also left us some welcome treats of local goodies.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre V.

6 May, 2024

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

Incredible views, beautiful home

A great place for my friend's bachelor weekend. The house has a large patio with incredible views of the lake, and is easy to get to and from SLO. Leslie was great with communication as well.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sualen M.

17 Apr, 2024

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

Family & friends for a wedding

The property was very clean and exactly as described. The outside deck area is a beautiful place to sit and relax. The owner is very attentive and available if anything is needed. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cin C.

31 Mar, 2024

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

Lovely Lake

Leslie was a wonderful & communicative host. The lake house created a homey and peaceful element to our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma

6 Mar, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

The VIEW, oh the view! Even with intermittent rain we were able to sit outside and enjoy the wonderful outdoor space. We used all five bedrooms, which was plenty space for the seven of us. The only drawback to the room adjacent to the kitchen is our daughter had to put up with the early risers, making coffee and turning on lights. Also, sometimes it was difficult to navigate through all the kitchen supplies/equipment, as there is far too much, lol. But otherwise, we had an incredible stay there, and look forward to staying again down the road.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Negar K.

26 Nov, 2023

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

Lovely stay if family lakeside home

House was lovely and very cosy - clearly a family home with lots of love and care. Lots of thoughtful touches to make us all comfortable. Views of the wetlands/lake off the large back deck we’re gorgeous. There is a fabulous kids play room - wish we had some kids with us to enjoy it :) Spent Thanksgiving holiday with family - it was a perfect stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

23 Oct, 2023

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

Wedding

Beautiful property, comfortable home . Great view of laguna lake.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

C M.

14 Oct, 2023

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

Family trip to go to a wedding

Picked this place to be close to town and all stay together. We used 5 beds. Beautiful view out back. Saw a bald eagle on Sunday. Very much like coming to stay with a friend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 Sept, 2023

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

Beautiful View and Great Owner to Work With.

Great location in a neighborhood a few minutes off the freeway. Beautiful view off the back deck of a lake and the mountains behind. Quick 10 minute drive to Avila or Pismo Beaches. The owner was wonderful to work with and was on top of everything. Communication with the owner was easy and there to answer any questions.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tommy S.

14 Sept, 2023

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

Great Location & Close to Everything You Need

The back deck looking over the water is a great view! The house had everything we needed for a great weekend. It is less than a mile to food spots and any groceries needed. I would recommend this spot to anyone visiting SLO!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Steve W.

24 Aug, 2023

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

Slo family house

Great home owner, wonderful deck on lake. Clean hot tube. Enjoyable stay for 2 nights

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

brooke d.

21 Aug, 2023

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

Beautiful View

You cannot beat the view from this house. It's just like the picture. Absolutely beautiful. The host was very kind, helpful, and easy to communicate with. This is definitely a lived in house and does not have a neutral feel, which made us feel a little weird staying there - like we were intruding in someone's home if that makes sense. Other than that, no complaints. Again - that view is just the best.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Leslie McKinley

Now that my kids are grown, I would love to share my home with you. We are all set up for grandchildren, or for adults! While you are here, I can go and have some fun in this great 1956 Ford Thunderbird...

Why they chose this property

This property is the perfect place to enjoy while you are in SLO County - we have wonderful vistas, toys (if you bring the family), a bbq, a park right down the street, - everything to make your stay relaxing, enjoyable, and memorable.

What makes this property unique

This is the only lakeside rental home in SLO, and you will love it. You will feel like you have really gotten away from it all, and yet you are just two miles from downtown SLO. This house will welcome you and make you want to never leave...