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Country Castle: 4 acres, Gorgeous Views, Close to Town and Ocean

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Patio with views, gas fire ring, and santa maria style bbq.
Living room looking towards kitchen and dinning room. Air-conditioning.
View from main deck looking east towards Santa Lucia mountains; oak glen below.
View of house and it's 4 acres.
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Arroyo Grande, CA
  • Monarch Dunes Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st Floor Bedroom

1 Double Bed

3rd Floor Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

Studio Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Studio Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Country Castle: 4 acres, Gorgeous Views, Close to Town and Ocean

California country living with privacy, comfort, and great views from every room! Wonderful for a couple’s comfortable, private get-away. Great for a family. 4 acre property with wide, captivating views of Arroyo Grande’s Santa Lucia hills and and a woodland of California live oaks below. Enjoy local wildlife (red-tail hawks, great-horned owls, deer, and bunnies) with the convenience of hopping onto nearby 101 highway (under two minutes away) for exploring around the beautiful central coast.

This charming custom home (art noveau architectural inspired) has an open floor plan downstairs, with a unique bedroom on each of the 3 floors, each with views. The 4th story is a storybook setting where we have a library/yoga room set up in "the tower." A detached studio/guest house is the "fourth bedroom'' offers more options and privacy. House and kitchen are newly remodeled in a clean, bright minimalist interior.

Outside are the patio and decks all with expansive views; includes an outdoor gas-fireplace, a santa maria style bbq (barbecue with a view!), farm table for dining. couch and double-lounger for relaxation.

Our “country castle” is near golf courses, hiking trails, wineries, and beaches.

The broader San Luis Obispo county as well as next door Santa Barbara county are also home to excellent wineries, beautiful hiking trails, comfortable beaches, and a variety of entertainment.

Feel free to contact us with any questions.

Property manager

maren b

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 5
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not suitable for toddlers under 5
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Limit 2 dogs by owner approval. sorry no cats.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside away from house.
Pets: no pets on any furniture please; clean up poop; dog must be crated if unattended (we have a crate).
Caution for pets: occasional wandering coyote (timid around humans); poison oak on property perimeter (marked by white flags) that dogs can spread
Please inform us before booking that you’ve read and understand these rules and policies, as well as providing requested info. Thank you!

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Arroyo Grande

Located in Arroyo Grande, this holiday home is in a rural area. Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. Bittercreek Western Railroad and A Sweet Shoppe Named Desire are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Arroyo Grande, CA

What's nearby

  • Blacklake Golf Resort - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Monarch Dunes Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 12 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 13 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 13 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Maria Station - 13 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Viejo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Adelina's Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jocko's Steak House - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Castle: 4 acres, Gorgeous Views, Close to Town and Ocean pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Country Castle: 4 acres, Gorgeous Views, Close to Town and Ocean?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Country Castle: 4 acres, Gorgeous Views, Close to Town and Ocean?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Country Castle: 4 acres, Gorgeous Views, Close to Town and Ocean located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Peacock Cellars, Bittercreek Western Railroad and Blacklake Golf Resort. Laetitia Vineyard and Winery and Nipomo Regional Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Francesca F.

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

Serene & Private

Grown family of five enjoyed this excellent spot. The deck as a place to yoga, read, nap and enjoy the view was beautiful and we took advantage of it thoroughly. A perfect distance to wineries and the beach without being in the thick of tourist downtown SLO. Kitty cat was welcome company.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Unique house with room and a view

This is a unique house design, well-decorated and full of thoughtful little touches throughout. There is plenty of space around it with no encroaching neighbors and the decks have a great view of the hills. A very relaxing space with different choices inside and outside. Owners were very communicative and responsive to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

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

Wonderful and memorable trip

We had a wonderful time at the house! It has such a beautiful view and patio area… we enjoyed having dinner outside and hanging out the last night. Everyone felt so at home and safe at your house. It was conveniently located to everything, which was helped with going out with 5 kids. Thank you soo much!

10/10 Excellent

margaret p.

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

Nice view!

We had a wonderful family reunion. Be aware that the twin “beds” on the third floor are just 3-4 inch thin mattresses that are on wooden slats that have openings between them. Very uncomfortable for an adult to sleep on. We loved the friendly outdoor cat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Beautiful setting

A wonderful, comfortable house to spend a few days with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Picturesque views

My family and I had a great trip and the house was a big part of that. It is located near all the great spots in the Central Coast including Pismo Beach, Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo and more. We had 4 kids in our group and they a blast being in the country and enjoyed the views too! The owner made herself available from start to finish and check in was very easy. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Partha D., San Jose, CA, US

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

Eclectic, exotic, unique home, will make you want to stay in!

Our vacation at Maren’s wonderful house was all we had expected and then some more! We were a big party of 8 adults, 2 kids under 4 years and 2 dogs and we did not feel cramped at all. Key highlights - - explore the attic - take in the view of the valley from the vista windows - spend a sunset on the deck - explore the grounds and the neighborhood, we saw horse ranches, llamas, a house with a mini-train track - 8 mins to a Vons grocery store - 15 mins to Pismo beach Maren was also very responsive and willing to accommodate some last min requests. Book this place, don’t miss it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lizzy T.

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

lovely place

A nice getaway with beautiful views

10/10 Excellent

David P., Ladera Ranch, CA

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

Beautiful property and views

Great cottage-like house with lots of character and amazing views! Private and quiet despite being right off the 101. Enjoyed our time and great for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shirley B.

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

Great place. Perfect for a family get away with adult children and their family

We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by maren b

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I love to travel and explore new places. I was lucky enough to be raised in a motorhome with my family during long summer vacations, and I remember as a young child waking up and asking what town or state we were in today. That sense of adventure has be sown into my adult life, and we continue to travel and explore. It is with joy and a sense of reciprocity that we open our spaces to have other fellow humans enjoy a time of exploration and adventure.

Why they chose this property

Our home is special to our area as it has a unique feel. The Castle is both fun and classic feeling. We made our space liveable, but also tried to make it as open as possible so you could enjoy the outdoors as much as the indoors. The massive decks and patio spaces make being outside enjoyable, and the great weather that we have in this pocket of San Luis Obispo County gives us sunshine almost everyday and predictable 70-degree weather.