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Cozy Surf Ranchita with Unique Character, Hot Tub & Sauna

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
The price is HK$2,798
HK$6,470 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Surf Ranchita with Unique Character, Hot Tub & Sauna

Settle into authentic 'SLO CAL' in our cozy and casual Surf Ranchita - The Los Osos Valley Guest House - is a rustic hideaway nestled between quaint rural farmlands, laid back Los Osos and the rugged natural coastline of Montano de Oro State Park & Morro Bay Estuary.

The Los Osos Valley Guesthouse is a perfect base for unplugging or unplugging-while-still-plugged-in, with it's casual rustic vibe, unique character and renovated modern conveniences. The quiet low-key atmosphere of the Ranchita immediately makes you feel warm and welcome with original exposed brick and wooden ceilings, you feel like you can curl up with a good book or be part of the action while cooking your own meals laughing and entertaining in the open space living area. You can enjoy the heated marble floors in both bathrooms and/or in the hot/cold outdoor shower before soaking in the hot tub and infrared sauna, after a day of exploring.

It's just a short scenic drive off the 101 from SLO, yet offers countless miles of Kayaking, Hiking and Biking Trails-often overlooking breathtaking coastal vistas, tide pools, blow holes, challenging surf spots and world class birding with accessible wildlife viewing. It proudly has one of the few intact natural estuaries and water sheds today, which is also part of the Pacific Flyway - the Avian Superhighway.

You'll enter the property under an archway adorned with a surfing bear and our 2 acres have some great views back thru native pygmy oaks of Hollister Peak - one of the ancient 'Nine Sisters' volcanic chain including Morro Rock. We (the owners) live on the property in a separate stand alone house, where we enjoy fusing the casual coastal style with the back drop of the mesmerizing and rugged, yet every-changing vistas of the Central Coast.

Our Solar Powered Guest House features barn doors to 3 Bedrooms:
Bedroom 1: Comfy Queen Bed with 2 small night stands and sconce bedside lamps, with Ensuite Bathroom and heated marble floor, a walk in glass shower, hair dryer, make up mirror, folding luggage rack, smart TV on wall with shelves under, a side chair, small walk in closet, and sheer/pull down black-out curtains.
Bedroom 2: Comfy twin beds with small side tables, an office desk/chair/lamp, with a wall mounted Roku TV on wall above, a side chair, small built in closet, with sheer/pull down black-out curtains.
Bedroom 3: Comfy padded King Bed with 2 small side tables and bedside lamps, an office desk/chair/lamp, built in bench settee with 4 modern chairs and coffee table, folding luggage rack, Roku TV on stand, and long shelves with misc books, toys, cards & board games an exercise bike, small hand weights and bands, yoga mat, guitar and built in cabinets with a small hanging clothes cabinet. This room has sliding glass doors and long red curtains to a private patio shared with the kitchen glass door.

ALL ROOMS in the house have independent Mitsubishi split-unit HVACs with remotes, both of the Two Bathrooms have heated marble floors and walk in glass showers. The fully appointed Kitchen has a zelige backsplash and concrete style kitchen island with 3 barstools and countertop stainless steel water filter, a casual sofa and dining table with long bench and stools. The Living area has a built in bench banquet with a sofa and loveseat across and 5 small nested coffee tables, and a heated digital Fireplace on white washed stone hearth. The guest house has it's own private WiFi and 4 Smart/Roku TVs wireless speaker and a full laundry room with washer/dryer and iron. Unique touches like an antique phone booth and piano, a small bar area, a privacy patio off the Kitchen/King Bedroom with cafe tables, Adirondack lounge chairs and Loco outdoor propane griddle grill.

OUTSIDE (on the East of the property) the guest house has shared access to a fenced in outdoor hot tub spa and accompanying sauna hut with an Infrared Canadian hemlock color sauna (says seats 3, but 2 is better) with salt stones and little seating area *(upon request we have a folding massage table and local massage therapist references) adjoining is an outdoor open air hot/cold shower. In the front are 2 black wooden lounge chairs and an old Parisian round metal table and 4 chairs (with umbrella if wanted) You have your own gravel entrance and parking area with bench in front and a small fire pit seating area with 3 orange Adirondack chairs for seasonal Cali Poppies and 'Dark Sky' nights (and no street lights) not to mention corn holing too. Another authentic experience you may enjoy is that the Guest House is backed by our small garden and we can often share our hydroponic veggies, herbs, and fresh eggs from the chicken coop (but no roosters, so no need to worry about early wake up calls - although some neighbor's do) We also have an EV (Ford-Pass) fast charging station you can use upon request, as well as various beach items.

Well-behaved house trained Pets and Children of all ages are welcome but MUST BE ATTENDED TO AT ALL TIMES and please keep in mind the specific strict rules for hot tub and infrared sauna use. YOU are solely responsible for watching and being with your children and pets at ALL TIMES on the property and it is NOT baby proofed (lots of open cupboards, rough and sharp edges) and it does NOT have a fenced in yard, so dogs must be leashed when outdoors. You will need to remain in your part of the property at all times and must park in your own designated parking area. You'll have to go slow also, as coming in and out of your gravel area is tricky and the gravel has soft edges, and if needed (with directions from us) you can pull up onto a flat concrete sidewalk for no-step access into the house. We also have a Ring security system with self-check in keypad entry and several outdoor security cameras around most of the property, but your privacy is respected at all times, and you can interact with us as much or as little as you like.

Let us know if you'd like to borrow any items you don't find in the house, we have lots of "stuff" both beach or otherwise, and can often lend or point you in the right direction. All that said, we hope you'll really enjoy the SLO CAL Life here too.

DAY TRIP IDEAS :
The Los Osos Valley Guest House is a great base for day trips to explore the coast up to Hearst Castle and look for the wandering zebras, the huge (but aromatic) elephant seals & light house, or strolling thru charming Cambria's downtown and the raised boardwalks and driftwood forts on Moonstone Beach. You can also find miles of protected coastal trails and (often) empty surf spots all to yourselves at Montano de oro Park, Estero Bluffs or Harmony Headlands *(let us know if interested and we'll share some good surf spots) Cayucos Pier is a fun stop and has a little shipwreck and abandoned abalone farm nearby. You can encounter the adorable resident otters up-close in Morro Bay or take a fishing or whale watching tour and you can even kayak the bay and view the local oyster farms. Farmer's Markets can be found most everyday nearby, countless wineries and it's not too far to explore Los Alamos' foodie spots, Solvang's Danish flair or even an Ostrich Farm. You can go up the 101 to a few funky food spots in tiny Santa Margarita and Templeton or further afield to the larger 'little town of Paso Robles and it's lovely downtown square, the 'Sensorio' Light Art installation, hot springs and great food, wineries, beer and music in the Tin City area is also a fun treat. Staying more nearby in SLO, you can enjoy the outrageous pink of the Madonna Inn, a 250 year old Mission, or explore the lively shopping and dining scene. Also nearby is Avila Hot Springs, Pismo's Clams and Monarch Groves, or drive upon the actual beach or in dune buggies at Oceano (there's also a real Drive-in Theater in SLO) even Michelin star foodies will find a few hidden gems in the area too.

In the immediate neighborhood a few minutes away from the Guest House, you'll also find some wooded trails at Los Osos Oaks State Reserve, and in the other direction down the road towards the coast is Baywood area's Sweet Springs Preserve on the Bay with easy trails, birding blinds and popular kayaking/SUP. Also the 90 acre Elfin Forest with raised boardwalks and sweeping views of the Estuary and Rock. Baywood also has several funky little bakeries, restaurants and bars and we are happy to share recommendations as much - or as little- as you'd like. Either way, you'll be happy to simply enjoy discovering this beautifully diverse, yet, somehow unexploited and well preserved " OG Cali-ness" on the Central Coast and as they say here.... "shhh don't tell anyone, so it stays our secret" CHEERS!

Property manager

Lexy Frey

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (148.6 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming cats only
2 total pets
Note from host: NO fence so must be leashed, extra fee may apply.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: NO childproofing MUST be supervised at ALL times.

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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Baywood-Los Osos, CA

What's nearby

  • Morro Bay State Park - 2 min drive
  • Elfin Forest Preserve - 3 min drive
  • Morro Bay Golf Course - 8 min drive
  • Morro Rock - 13 min drive
  • Morro Rock Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 24 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bamboo Bamboo Chinese Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪High Tide - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fosters Freeze - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mi Casa Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Surf Ranchita with Unique Character, Hot Tub & Sauna pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Surf Ranchita with Unique Character, Hot Tub & Sauna?

As of 5 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Surf Ranchita with Unique Character, Hot Tub & Sauna on 11 Nov 2024 start from HK$2,798.14, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Cozy Surf Ranchita with Unique Character, Hot Tub & Sauna?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Surf Ranchita with Unique Character, Hot Tub & Sauna?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Surf Ranchita with Unique Character, Hot Tub & Sauna located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Morro Bay State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve and Morro Estuary Nature Preserve. Montaña de Oro State Park and Elfin Forest Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Cozy Surf Ranchita with Unique Character, Hot Tub & Sauna Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, plenty of space, great amenities
Very clean, plenty of space, great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful!
This place was wonderful. Super clean, full of interesting collectibles and inviting hang out spots. So much better than I expected or could have hoped for!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend get away
This house was perfect for our family with lots of amenities, great views, and lots of privacy.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience!
Stopped over between Orange County theme parks and the Yosemite mountains for a brief beach experience Wished in hindsight that we could have stayed several more days! Great hosts and a truly wonderful place. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

avi e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing !!
Wish we had booked more nights it’s the best house rental we ever stayed at !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and cozy home
We stayed one night during our road trip to different national parks. We had a lovely stay - the house was very well equipped, comfortable furnishings and adorably decorated. Feels very welcoming like staying over a friend’s house. We will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nafi Ur R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay in a gorgeous house!
Stop your search and rent this house! You are in for a treat! Wow! I have rented loads of short-term rentals and this would easily make my top 3. Let me just summarized few things: 1. Communication: it was so easy to communicate with the host. They were super responsive, kind and thoughtful in every interaction. They accommodated all our requests and was gracious while doing so. 2. The house: the house is so gorgeous and nicely decorated. The attention-to-detail is exceptional. TV in every room, throws, floor-warmer in the bath. They even have dental floss in the toilet!! Additionally, the accent lights have dimmers! I have not seen any rental property with so many amenities. We thoroughly enjoyed out stay and can't recommend this property enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrill S., Bay Area, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil living on vacation
Almost by accident my wife and I found this property. We were looking for a home to relax that was centrally located on the central coast area and that offered warm and premier features. And this property delivered! At first, we thought we might be in the wrong place because it felt like we were walking into someone's home! We'd never stayed in a place where the owner had gone to so much detail to make visitors welcome. From food in the kitchen, to the artwork and furnishings, to the luxury sundries in the bathroom. I mean, who provides dental floss to their guests? Thinking through these details is so thoughtful that it's almost unimaginable. The property includes both a hot tub and sauna...a Sauna! a welcoming layout with an easy flow to it. The kitchen is large and fully equipped. And the private main bedroom includes both a sitting room, office working zone, and sliding doors out to the large outdoor patio. 2 walk-in showers is ideal for all visitors and ADA friendly. Honestly, we didn't want to leave but most assuredly will be back. I can't rate this one high enough!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024