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Central Coast Country Retreat

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Property grounds
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Dining
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Place, Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Avila Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Avila Beach Golf Resort
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Central Coast Country Retreat

Welcome to Central Coast Country Retreat, a spacious 2,850 sq. ft. country getaway set on a beautiful 14-acre property in the breathtaking Avila Valley. Surrounded by the natural beauty of California’s Central Coast, this peaceful retreat offers the feeling of being tucked away in the countryside while keeping you close to the beach, wineries, dining, shopping, and some of the area’s favorite attractions.

The location makes it easy to experience the best of the Central Coast. Avila Beach and downtown San Luis Obispo are just a short drive away, offering beautiful beaches, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and year-round Central Coast weather. Sycamore Mineral Springs, the Bob Jones Trail, and Avila Valley Barn are all less than a mile away, with golfing, wine tasting, hiking, and local dining nearby.

Plenty of Room to Gather

This expansive 3-bedroom, 2-bath home comfortably accommodates families and groups with generous bedrooms and multiple spaces to relax together—or spread out when you want a little extra room.

The oversized primary bedroom provides a spacious private retreat. A second bedroom features a comfortable queen bed, while the third bedroom is ideal for families or kids, with full-size bunk beds plus an additional twin bed.

Throughout the home, you'll find plenty of space to settle in, including a welcoming living room, separate family room, formal dining area, fireplace, flat-screen televisions, full kitchen, and multiple lounging areas.

Your Own Central Coast Backyard Retreat

Step outside and enjoy the relaxed country setting. Unwind in the private hot tub, gather around the fire pit after a day at the beach, or enjoy the lawn with plenty of room for outdoor games and family fun.

The 14-acre property also features walking paths where guests can enjoy native wildlife, fruit trees, a private pond, and the peaceful surroundings of Avila Valley. Patios and outdoor spaces give you even more opportunities to slow down, enjoy your morning coffee, or take in a beautiful Central Coast evening.

Whether you're planning a family vacation, a weekend of wine tasting, a beach getaway, or simply looking for a spacious place to reconnect with friends and family, Central Coast Country Retreat offers the space, location, and relaxed atmosphere to make your stay memorable.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 992274vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Avila Beach

Located in Avila Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Morro Bay State Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Avila Hot Springs and Pismo State Beach. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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San Luis Obispo, CA

What's nearby

  • Avila Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Avila Beach - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Avila Beach Golf Resort - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 8 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 14 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panda Express - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mersea's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪San Luis Yacht Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kraken Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Central Coast Country Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Central Coast Country Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Central Coast Country Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Central Coast Country Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Central Coast Country Retreat located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards and within 3 miles (5 km) of Avila Valley Barn and Avila Hot Springs. Pismo Preserve and Central Coast Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Calm Vacation Spot

The house was perfect for a quiet family vacation. The views from the property were beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Trip

Great place to stay! Huge property that is fun to explore! Some property maintenance needed for the outside of the house. Fantastic location, would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Short stay

Very good place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Avila Beach

Great stay. Beautiful property. Easy drive to beach and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Central Coast spot

This is our third stay at the property and it never disappoints. Love all of the nearby activities for families.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

Lovely traditional home for Thanksgiving stay. Loads of comfortable seating and outdoor space. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it

Bueutiful, private, well kept and great decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay in Avila Beach

We had the most incredible stay. The property was amazing, we had so much fun playing badminton, connect four, and cornhole on the lawn. The house was perfect to cook dinner as a family, and the hot tub on the cold mornings was amazing. A great property, would love to stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Avila Valley Getaway!

Our family enjoyed our stay in this charming, well equipped vacation rental. It was very quiet and private, but close to family and friends in the area. We would love to come back on our next trip to the Central Coast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2020
Thanks Joyce -- Would love to have you Back!! Cathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Event

Great Stay for Daughter-in-law's Baby Shower on Central Coast. Well supplied, just brought food. Will most likely try to rebook in future for other family events.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation

We had a very memorable stay. Great place to hang out with family and friends for our sons graduation from Cal Poly Would come back here on a heart beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer get-a-way

This is our second time staying at this property and we could not be happier. Thank you Cathy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

D’Vine Sisters Trip

The house was perfect for our reunion, location was ideal, kitchen was very well equipped, the views and quiet neighborhood were just what we wanted. Cathy and Chuck were very helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed their beautiful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for a relaxing stay

Great property. Accurate description. The badminton court and backyard setup for games was a bonus we were not expecting! We had a great time there. Recommend it to others visiting the Avila beach or surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family gathering space

We had multiple family members in town for a wedding in Avila, and this was the perfect place for them to gather and relax. The home and gardens are lovely. Cathy was accommodating and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great quite location for family getaway

The property was great for a short getaway with our family. The kiddos loved the backyard activities. The house is BIG- as others said the pictures don’t do it justice. The location is quiet, yet a quick drive (or jog) to Avila Valley Barn, the beach, and SLO. We took pictures under he pepper trees in
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful rural setting for relaxing times with family!

This is such a lovely property, huge house and even better yard (agree with others that photos do not do it justice). Tons of backyard games, big open lawn, nice hot tub, very quiet setting. Cathy is a wonderful host, we forgot our Pack n' Play and she came over at moment's notice to find one in the house we could use! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2024
Thank You for the kind words. You have a beautiful Family!! Cathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family vacation house

We rented the house for my son’s graduation weekend from Cal Poly. The house is comfortable and the quiet and the beds were great. But the real star of the house is the backyard. It is a beautiful country setting with lots of space to sit and visit. Plus there is badminton, come hole and a spa. We really enjoyed our time at this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Weekend!

Our son graduated from Cal Poly and we had a great time at the house. The backyard was so much fun and we spent most of our time outside. The house was very clean and had everything we needed to cook.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful gem!

The pictures of this property and home don't do it justice. It has absolutely beautiful and peaceful surroundings, while the house itself it quite large, with lots of room to spread out and relax. We saw deer in the evenings, and enjoyed the sounds of the birds in the morning. Overall, an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Home!

We had a wonderful family stay. The house and the property were great. The house is much bigger than the pictures. The location was very close to Avila beach and San Luis Obispo. The property was very private and unique. It felt very private.The frogs will sing you to sleep!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super cute comfy home

The pictures online do not give the house enough credit once you see it in person! The check in/out process was super simple and easy and the host stayed in contact with us the entire weekend to make sure we had what we needed! The home is a little older but it definitely gives it a “homey” feeling. Literally 5 min drive to Avila beach which we enjoyed! Loved that they had games outside to play as a family! We couldn’t figure out how to use the hotub so we left that alone, but other than that, we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Even Better in Person

Absolutely stunning!! The photos don’t do this property any justice. This house is beautiful and spacious and the yards are wonderful, and the tree-lined drive way is remarkable. This property isn’t walkable, but everything is a very short drive away. (5-10min) Highly recommend this property. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and spacious

We loved the house. It had multiple, wonderful sitting areas with super comfortable chairs. The backyard was big and equipment for several different games (e.g., corn hole), a BBQ, hot tub and a comfortable, shaded sitting area. The King bed was comfortable. The kitchen was equipped for just about anything you'd want to make. The grounds were lush with flowers everywhere.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A LIttle Piece of Heaven

The house and property were wonderful!! The location even better! A short drive to San Luis Obispo, Avila and Pismo, but feels like being in the country. Plenty of seating for all 8 of us together both inside and outside, which doesn't happen very often. We spent lots of our time outside enjoying the perfect weather. The fire pit, hot tub and outside games added to the enjoyment. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Clark

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The Clark family has called this special piece of the Central Coast their own since the 1980s. Over the years, they designed the home and surrounding landscape themselves, raised their children here, and created countless family memories throughout the property.

Today, the Clarks still live on the property on a separate lot and are happy to share a place that has meant so much to their family for so many years. They love knowing that guests can now experience the beauty of Avila Valley, explore the property, and enjoy the beaches, trails, wineries, and relaxed Central Coast lifestyle that their family has enjoyed for decades.

Their hope is that during your stay, the property feels like a place where you can slow down, spend time together, and make a few special memories of your own.

Why they chose this property

We chose this area because it truly offers the best of the Central Coast. See Canyon and Avila Valley have a peaceful, country feel surrounded by rolling hills, orchards, wildlife, and beautiful scenery, yet you’re only minutes from Avila Beach and downtown San Luis Obispo.

What we love most is how much there is to enjoy right nearby. You can spend the morning walking or biking the Bob Jones Trail, visit Avila Valley Barn, relax at Sycamore Mineral Springs, enjoy local wineries and restaurants, or head down to the beach for the afternoon.

After living here for decades, we still appreciate the quiet mornings, beautiful evenings, and slower pace of the valley. It feels tucked away from the busier parts of the Central Coast without actually being far from anything—and that is what has made this area so special to our family.

What makes this property unique

What makes our property special is the space, history, and setting. The home sits on a beautiful 14-acre property in Avila Valley that our family has cared for and enjoyed since the 1980s. We designed the home and landscaping ourselves and raised our family here, so there is a lot of history and many wonderful memories throughout the property.

Guests have room to truly enjoy the outdoors, with walking paths, fruit trees, native wildlife, a private pond, and plenty of open space to explore. The backyard is made for spending time together, whether you’re relaxing in the hot tub, gathering around the fire pit, playing games on the lawn, or simply enjoying a quiet Central Coast evening.

Inside, the 2,850-square-foot home offers something that can be hard to find in a vacation rental—plenty of room for everyone. Multiple living and gathering spaces make it easy for families and groups to spend time together without feeling crowded.

Perhaps what makes it most unique is that you can enjoy the peace and privacy of a country retreat while still being just minutes from Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, wineries, trails, dining, and many of the Central Coast’s favorite destinations.

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