The beaches and other outdoor surroundings create an inviting atmosphere in Oceano. Renowned for its kitesurfing, surfing and biking, this city welcomes all visitors. If you're looking for accommodations with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Aside from the dunes, Oceano has also been a magnet for the region's train enthusiasts. The Oceano Depot was once the most important building in San Luis Obispo County, when all passenger, freight, and mail passed through here. Built in the early 1900s, the Oceano Train Depot and Railroad Museum is a charming step back in time, so take a cool guided tour of this turn-of-the-century station. Book a Oceano vacation rental in the center of town and you can also catch a show at the Great American Melodrama vaudeville theater, which has been charming Oceano's visitors since 1975.
A mix of hilly dunes and wide, buttery sands, Oceano Beach is sheer poetry for beach lovers. There's plenty of action, including horseback riding through the surf, kayaking in the bay, or digging for Pisco clams as the sun sets. But one of the most popular activities in Oceano is dune bashing, the cool sport of driving dune buggies over the sand dunes. Sweeping for 5 miles along the Californian coast, the Oceano Dunes Preserve is one of the largest natural coastal dunes in California. You can rent buggies or ATVs by the hour or day.
Like much of the Central Californian Coast, Oceano benefits from a delicious Mediterranean climate. Think long, hot summers with temperatures hitting the high 80s, and short, mild winters. The busiest time to visit is during the summer months, between June and September, when Oceano vacation rentals get booked up in advance. Come in the shoulder seasons of spring and fall and find equally nice days, with temps sometimes reaching 70 degrees. In spring, it gets windy, which draws the kite surfers, and rainy too.
Blessed with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, Oceano is a small beach town on the Central Californian Coast that appeals to everyone, from beach bums and thrill-seekers to nature lovers. Oceano's famous dunes are part of the larger Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes, which stretch for 18 miles between San Luis Obispo County and Santa Barbara County. Head to the Osa Flaco Lake Natural Area, a lake and beach area. Take a leisurely stroll along the mile-long wooden boardwalk and spot brown pelicans, peregrine falcons, and rare breeds of frogs. There are no facilities, aside from a paid parking area.
Fly into San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), the closest airport, located 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is 16.5 mi (26.6 km) away.
If you'd rather travel by train, you can make your way to Grover Beach Station.
Whether you're in search of an intimate escape for you and your sweetheart or someplace spacious to fit family and friends, you'll find some top vacation rentals in and around Oceano. Here are a couple to get you inspired:
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For an unconventional experience, book a tiny house rental in Oceano. We'll warn you though — after you've stayed in a tiny house, the temptation to move into one of thes mini digs will be tough to resist!
If you've been busier than a hamster on an exercise wheel, you deserve a break for a couple of days. Leave the office early on Friday and head for one of these weekend getaways in or near Oceano:
Studio apartments are a simple yet stylish pick, perfectly suited for traveling couples or solo stays. Spend your days checking out the area and your nights resting up in your comfy hideaway. These vacation rentals in or near Oceano will tick all the boxes:
From affordable studio apartments to large vacation rentals, Vrbo has your mini break sorted. Here are two of our favorite stays in and around Oceano:
Whether spent in a cabin, a cottage or a houseboat, a romantic weekend getaway is an excellent way to add some zing to your relationship. Whisk your honey off for a couple of relaxing days at one of these escapes in or near Oceano:
Take a look at these large group vacation rentals in or near Oceano where you won't have to leave anyone off your guest list:
Nothing says fun and frivolity like a pool. Dust off your inflatable unicorn and check out these houses in or near Oceano that come with this vacation essential:
Oceano has a mediterranean climate, with average summertime temperatures fluctuating between 55 ºF and 80 ºF. But you don't have to wait until summer to visit! Take a look at the search bar at the top of the page and adjust the filters to find the ideal Oceano vacation rental and plan your escape for any time of year.
It's always more fun when you share the good times with the folks you care about the most. Whether you're organizing a family get-together or celebrating a special occasion with friends, we'll have a large vacation rental to suit your needs. Here are two of our best in and around Oceano:
When you're ready to leave the house and explore, there are loads of family-friendly attractions nearby to keep everyone happy. Pismo Beach Pier, Fremont Theater and Bubblegum Alley should be on your to-do list.
Escape the hustle and bustle and treat the ones you love to a different sort of vacation. Stay in one of these family cabin rentals in or near Oceano and get the camping experience — minus the tents and with all the creature comforts!
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