10/10 Excellent
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31 July 2024
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Great stay
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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Charming Retreat Home Amid Oak Trees in Central Coast Wine Country
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Atascadero, CA
- Atascadero City Hall15 min walk
- Sunken Gardens15 min walk
- Atascadero Lake Park4 min drive
- Paso Robles, CA (PRB-Paso Robles Municipal)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming Retreat Home Amid Oak Trees in Central Coast Wine Country
The Carndonagh House is perfect for a romantic couple getaway or small family retreat. We only allow short stays of a week or less. Please enter the total number of guests when you book so that we can have the beds, linens, and towels ready for your stay.
This lovely home is walking distance (less than a mile) to downtown Atascadero with the Sunken Gardens, wine bars, movie theater, boutique stores, craft breweries, and restaurants. The Carndonagh House is also centrally located between Paso Robles wineries (15 minutes to the north), San Luis Obispo (20 minutes south,) and beautiful central coast beaches 20 minutes to the southwest.
The Carndonagh House is a 1000 sq foot home on two levels. The two upstairs bedrooms are furnished for comfort in the industrial farmhouse style. The master bedroom has a queen-sized bed and sitting area. Bedroom two has a twin daybed with a twin trundle.
There is a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living room, flat screen television with ROKU ( Amazon Prime and Hulu), DVD player, free WiFi and fireplace. The front patio is the perfect place for you to enjoy your morning coffee and to relax after a day at the beach or wine tasting. Common sights you may see are deer, squirrels and the stars in the night sky. Bubbling seasonal creek runs through the property in winter.
The owners live in a nearby house on the same oak-studded property.
There is a $25 per night fee for extra guests over the original two guests. VRBO will calculate this extra fee when you book so there won't be any surprises. Maximum Occupancy - Four people.
We're looking forward to hosting great people.
This lovely home is walking distance (less than a mile) to downtown Atascadero with the Sunken Gardens, wine bars, movie theater, boutique stores, craft breweries, and restaurants. The Carndonagh House is also centrally located between Paso Robles wineries (15 minutes to the north), San Luis Obispo (20 minutes south,) and beautiful central coast beaches 20 minutes to the southwest.
The Carndonagh House is a 1000 sq foot home on two levels. The two upstairs bedrooms are furnished for comfort in the industrial farmhouse style. The master bedroom has a queen-sized bed and sitting area. Bedroom two has a twin daybed with a twin trundle.
There is a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living room, flat screen television with ROKU ( Amazon Prime and Hulu), DVD player, free WiFi and fireplace. The front patio is the perfect place for you to enjoy your morning coffee and to relax after a day at the beach or wine tasting. Common sights you may see are deer, squirrels and the stars in the night sky. Bubbling seasonal creek runs through the property in winter.
The owners live in a nearby house on the same oak-studded property.
There is a $25 per night fee for extra guests over the original two guests. VRBO will calculate this extra fee when you book so there won't be any surprises. Maximum Occupancy - Four people.
We're looking forward to hosting great people.
Property manager
Chuck and Dawn Doherty
Languages
English, Korean
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not set up for children under two.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Atascadero
Atascadero is home to this holiday home. Atascadero Historical Museum and Templeton Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Charles Paddock Zoo and Paso Robles Children's Museum. Ravine Waterpark and San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Atascadero, CA
What's nearby
- Atascadero City Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Sunken Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Atascadero Lake Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
- Charles Paddock Zoo - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
- Atascadero State Hospital - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- In-N-Out Burger - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 2 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Taco Bell - 3 min drive
- A-Town Diner - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Debra P.
5 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location!
Debra P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Molly B.
1 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful!
Molly B.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Antoine Q., Salon-de-Provence
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super sejour
Antoine Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Norm B.
25 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place ever stayed. Super soft beddinHilton quality.
Norm B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chris F., Walla Walla
18 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts
Chris F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary Sue I.
14 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Home
Mary Sue I.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diane R.
3 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
Diane R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie S., Garden Grove, California
6 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome home! Very close to downtown
Stephanie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
DeAnne P.
29 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So wonderful the 1st time, we returned for another stay!
DeAnne P.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Denise L.
10 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jewel in the forest
Denise L.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie P.
13 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best
Stephanie P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Mark E.
10 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Toasty
Mark E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Katherine T.
14 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Get-Away
Katherine T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Zahid M.
5 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super experience
Zahid M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle P.
24 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Away from Home
Michelle P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
27 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful family get-away
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Taylor D.
14 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay!
Taylor D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michele M.
9 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sad to leave
Michele M.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Debbie I., Culver City, CA
31 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply delightful
Debbie I.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
DeAnne P.
28 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a place called Peace on earth!
DeAnne P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brad M.
25 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Above Expectations!
Brad M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brenda S.
26 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet little cottage
Brenda S.
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
10 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The BEST VRBO we've ever stayed in!
Jessica S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sue T.
8 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t have been better!
Sue T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
About the host
Hosted by Chuck and Dawn Doherty
Chuck and I finished remodeling The Carndonagh House in October 2017. We are HUGE "Fixer Upper" fans and have transferred many of Chip and Joanna Gaines' ideas into our home.
The Carndonagh (Carn-Donna) House is named for the town of Chuck's ancestors in Donegal, Ireland. We adore Ireland and everything Irish!
Both of us adore entertaining! We want our guests to love the Central Coast Wine Country as much as we do. Our goal is a beautiful and comfortable home and great hospitality.
Looking forward to meeting you! Blessings!
The Carndonagh (Carn-Donna) House is named for the town of Chuck's ancestors in Donegal, Ireland. We adore Ireland and everything Irish!
Both of us adore entertaining! We want our guests to love the Central Coast Wine Country as much as we do. Our goal is a beautiful and comfortable home and great hospitality.
Looking forward to meeting you! Blessings!
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with the Central Coast Wine country several years ago. We explored it often staying in a variety of vacation rentals. It's been our dream to buy a home in this area and provide the very best to our guests. We hope other travelers will fall in love with this area while staying in our beautiful home.
What makes this property unique
We have over 300 wineries in our area! This is the PERFECT place to visit if you love great wines and excellent food.
There is a weekly farmer's market walking distance from Carndonagh House.
Sitting on the front patio sipping wine in the early evening is the highlight of our day.
The kitchen's open shelving is both attractive and functional. It allows the guests to see where dishes are kept.
The primary bedroom is a modern farmhouse delight with an iron bed and plush comforters.
In bedroom two there is a very special wardrobe that will be of interest to any Narnia fans.
There is a weekly farmer's market walking distance from Carndonagh House.
Sitting on the front patio sipping wine in the early evening is the highlight of our day.
The kitchen's open shelving is both attractive and functional. It allows the guests to see where dishes are kept.
The primary bedroom is a modern farmhouse delight with an iron bed and plush comforters.
In bedroom two there is a very special wardrobe that will be of interest to any Narnia fans.
Languages:
English, Korean
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