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Rural Cambria Getaway. The Big House at Stepladder Ranch & Creamery

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Gorgeous panorama views from this remote hilltop property
Relax in the spacious, open concept living room & dining room
Cozy den for games and gatherings
Curl up by the cozy fireplace with a good book
Vaulted ceilings and open concept living making room for all

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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4450 San Simeon-Monterey Creek Rd, Cambria, CA, 93428
  • Moonstone Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Moonstone Beach Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Paso Robles, CA (PRB-Paso Robles Municipal)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

East King

1 King Bed

Game Room

1 Double Futon

North Master

1 King Bed

South Master

1 King Bed

West Twin

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

East Hallway

Toilet · Shower only

North Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

South Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

West Hallway

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rural Cambria Getaway. The Big House at Stepladder Ranch & Creamery

This home is managed by Beach-N-Bay Getaways, a professional management company in the Morro Bay area. Trust your vacation to a pro!

Damage Insurance included. Covers unintentional damage to the rental that occurs during your stay if disclosed to management prior to checkout. Contact us for more details.

IMPORTANT! PLEASE NOTE:
• This home can accept a group with a maximum of 14 adults. A group of 15 is allowed as long as one of the occupants is 12 years old or younger.
• Holiday Season: Reservations that include both Christmas and New Year’s may not be accepted unless they are 10 days or longer.  Reservation arrivals on Christmas Day may also not be accepted.
• These policies may be relaxed closer to arrival. Please contact us with questions.

The Big House at Stepladder Ranch offers the unique opportunity to escape into the hills of Cambria. The property and home invite you to rediscover the joys of relaxation in open spaces with features such as the open concept living dining and kitchen along with 740 acres to explore. The gentle rolling hills with views of the coastline provide the perfect backdrop for unwinding and enjoying a genuine getaway. With spacious front and back patios, you will have privacy, peace and quiet out in the country.

The layout and features of the home are perfect for any group. With 5 bedrooms and 4 baths this property can accommodate friends, family, or work groups with a variety of shared and private spaces. The large living and dining spaces invite you to gather around the fireplace or at the farm style dining table. The chef’s kitchen has all you need for preparing your meals with high end appliances, dual oven, and ample space for multiple cooks. Your group will also love the large game room with billiards, bumper pool, and ping pong. You will have a ton of space to enjoy the people you're with in a spectacular location with hiking and exploring right out your front door.

Sleeping Arrangements:

The North Master Bedroom features a King size bed and en suite master bath
The South Master Bedroom features a King size bed, and en suite master bath.
The East King room features a King size bed
The West Twin room features two twin beds
The Bunk Room features two twin over twin bunk beds (4 twin beds total).
The Office also acts as a bonus sleeping space and features a sleeper sofa.
There is a twin size memory foam rollaway bed in one of the primary bedroom closets available for the final sleeping arrangement. 

The home is in a rural location, so we recommend getting groceries in advance in Cambria since you'll want to settle in once you arrive after your drive through the country. This is a private ranch off a long, rural country road and an unpaved driveway, but it's so worth the adventure (a standard car will make it just fine). The home is about 15 minutes from Cambria and 45 minutes from San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles.

Important Items to Note:

There is no cell service at the home or on the property. Wifi is available for wifi calling.
This home does not have air conditioning.
10pm sound ordinance enforced.
Absolutely NO fireworks
The Stepladder Ranch and Creamery is closed to the public. Tours are not available at this time and guests are strictly asked to not trespass into unauthorized areas of this working ranch. 

Beach-N-Bay Getaways welcomes service animals recognized by the ADA (American Disabilities Act). In advance of a visit to any of our properties with a service animal, Management must be notified and once screened written approval will be issued. Unapproved animals on any of our properties are a violation of our contract and grounds for eviction.

The artistic town of Cambria is famous for its dramatic coastal landscape, nested where ocean meets pine forests. Chock-full of character with historic architecture, downtown art galleries, boutique shops, antiques, history and romance. Savor the flavors of SLO CAL with gourmet foods and luxurious wines showcased at a variety of tasting rooms. Every day in Cambria is a creative adventure. Get out and explore on the trails among towering Monterey pines. Stroll the Moonstone Beach pathways at sunset. Ride the shores on horseback or the hills on a Clydesdale. The beauty of Cambria truly lies in the details. Located on California's iconic Highway 1 between Cayucos and San Simeon, Cambria offers up village charm, delicious flavors and natural wonders. Regardless of the season or the reason for your visit, Cambria has something for everyone.

Property manager

Beach N Bay Getaways
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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

About the area

Cambria

Located in Cambria, this holiday home is in a rural area. Hearst Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonstone Beach and Moonstone Beach Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Cambria State Marine Park and Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay.
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Cambria, CA

What's nearby

  • Moonstone Beach - 20 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 20 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Nitt Witt Ridge - 21 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve - 23 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Hearst Castle - 47 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Spot - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural Cambria Getaway. The Big House at Stepladder Ranch & Creamery pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rural Cambria Getaway. The Big House at Stepladder Ranch & Creamery?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural Cambria Getaway. The Big House at Stepladder Ranch & Creamery?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rural Cambria Getaway. The Big House at Stepladder Ranch & Creamery located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of San Simeon State Park, Moonstone Beach and Cambria State Marine Park. Moonstone Beach Park and San Simeon Nature Preserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 126 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott V.

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

5 days surrounded by natural beauty

This house sits amidst an incredibly beautiful natural setting overlooking the Pacific Ocean to the West and the Santa Lucia coastal range to the East. Wildlife and wildflowers are plentiful. Fantastic sunsets. Endless stargazing. A kitchen that is capable of feeding a small army.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia R.

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

New Years’ Family stay

Wonderful property for 10 family members spanning three generations. Love the location and large kitchen/dining area. This is all on one floor which was helpful for Mom, who is on a walker. A sign at the ranch would have been helpful to find the right road up to the property. Loved the three sinks, two dishwashers, two ovens and two refrigerators. Great for big family meals. The only thing that could be improved is to include a complimentary tasting of the Stepladder cheese, or tour of the creamery. As it was we had to buy the local cheese in a Cambria store. The views are lovely, and the bonus game room was fun too. Thanks for a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aysia G.

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

Wonderful stay

Perfectly removed from the fast pace of the pre-holiday week, but not too far to make a run to town anything inconvenient. The home felt like a castle in the clouds. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rocio C.

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

Overall we had a nice stay! The place was clean, ready for us to enjoy!

We weren’t sure if we’d make it up to the house due to the weather but management communicated with us throughout and were very helpful. We would definitely stay here again! The house is perfect for big group gatherings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristina C.

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

Cambria Stay

Awesome place. Loved all the rain and fog and little critters that came out. Loved all the nosey cows. Kids loved the game room. We loved the space. It was a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

A Special Place

The location on top of the hill overlooking the ocean from a distance near the big oaks in a beautiful and spacious home with a special activity room and kitchen made it a perfect family meeting place for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carl T.

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

Amazing as usual

Steppladder Ranch is an amazing place to say for those with large groups needing plenty of room. The accommodations are excellent with plenty of space to spread out. The views in the evening as the sun sets towards the coast cannot be beat!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

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

Perfect Vacation Spot

This property is AMAZING!! While the first trip up the hill was scary…we all agreed it was well worth it. The home is perfect for a large group, the view was spectacular, and everything in the home was high quality making it a pleasure to stay in and cook, play family games, and make memories. I am already looking forward to making another trip!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Beautiful house with spectacular view

We stayed the weekend with our large family. It was perfect. We did not mind the drive up the hill and were appropriately advised of the remoteness.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Family holiday getaway

We had four generations celebrating the holidays at the house and it was wonderful. The property itself is a challenge to get to with a scary drive up a dirt road along the side of a mountain, particularly scary at night and in the rain, but once there it was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

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

Best getaway

The minute we stepped into the property our shoulders relaxed and we honestly never wanted to leave. We brought up all our groceries for our family and did not leave for the first three days of our stay! The sunsets are breathtaking and the morning sounds of cows "mooing" was a delight. The game room kept everyone happy. We hope to stay here again in the future. Also highly recommend the creamery tour ( need reservations)...the goats brought smiles out of all of us and the cheese is amazing to take back and drink a bottle of rose. Thank you for the honestly best 5 full days of family time and memories that were made.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert h.

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

Time in The Big House

The Big House was amazing, with plenty of room for people to spread out and enjoy the views. The furnishings are very nice, and the big fireplace was very cozy. We would definitely rent here again. The road up to the house is very rough—more so than we expected—so it’s really only passable for trucks or SUVs, in my opinion.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful, and very secluded, home.

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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Amazing location and views.

The home is generously accommodating. Beautiful surroundings. Perfect for a group of family and friends. The tour of the goats, kids and creamery was wonderful for the grandchildren and the cheese tasting was great fun for the adults. The road to the site was challenging due to recent rains but we all made it up one way or the other. Beach and Bay did not return urgent messages but we called the needed help in directly and got the propane delivered and the pilots all relit promptly.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

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

annual gathering

Arrived April 16th. Because of major rain over the winter, the hills were spectacular. House is beyond wonderful. We were told that drive from Hwy 1 to "driveway" to house was a slow process and that is true. That being said, the driver must pay attention but the rest of us in the car kept oohing and aawing at the beauty. Would recommend that once you arrive, you stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Grace L.

Excellent place for a family and friend vacation

We had a wonderful experience at Stepladder Ranch for my 40th Birthday Celebration. This was the perfect set up for family and friends to gather during a week of vacation for hiking, games, relaxing in the hot tub and generally relaxing. It was far enough away from the hustle but also easy to get to wine tasting, Hearst castle, and the beach. The lack of cell phone service really helped us to "unplug" and they 360 degree views were awesome. Game from and kitchen amenities were excellent. Sophia was wonderful at responding to some minor difficulties with a wasp nest near the door, arranging a tour of the creamery and general planning with a chef and BBQ. We had a great time and I would definitely recommend the place to anyone.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Christmas NYE family gift trip

Stepladder ranch is amazing and the big house is large enough for a family of 16+ lots of open space room to play games run around huge kitchen. Our only biggest complaint the whole time was that there were only seven forks in the entire home and after we checked out they brought an abundance of forks but during the stay they did not bring any forks which was frustrating but beyond that the house is great location is super fun. The video of the home showed a hot tub so we all brought suits to go in the hot tub and there was no hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liam C.

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

Wonderful Family Reunion

We were a group of 15 from all over the country, including 8 adults and 7 granddaughters aged 14-24. We have stayed in many VRBO properties for our reunions but all agreed this was pretty special. The central coast of CA is just plain gorgeous, and we got to enjoy the views and sunshine and access to the coast, with Hearst Castle, Cambria and San Luis Obispo close by. The house has AMAZING views - morning fogs, beautiful sunny days, gorgeous sunsets, unbelievable stars. We were on the patio as much as possible. The indoor common areas were wonderful - the kitchen is exactly what you want for 15 people. We could all be in one place but it didn’t feel crowded. The house was clean and comfortable and modern - we were able to do a little laundry when needed, and never missed AC or cell service (the WIFI was great). We loved being on a working farm - the cows were hilarious companions. Much commentary on the road in other reviews. To get to those views, it is a bit of a drive up - but if you go slowly, it wasn’t dangerous, just feels dramatic to us city folk, perhaps? Otherwise, we really loved our stay and felt like the management team was helpful and very communicative.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nurulain Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

beautiful house, perfect for a family reunion or retreat

The house itself was beautiful and well-kept. However, the road to the property was much too tough to navigate, especially at dusk and at night. The fact that the VRBO listing keeps this fact completely hidden until 3 days before the rental, is not right. It is possible that someone may need to opt out of such a long, winding drive up to the property. The fact that there is no cell service immediately as soon as you turn from Hwy 1, is also a deterrent given that the road to the property is so winding and long .It is a dirt road up to the property and not all cars can be comfortable with this, without any access to help due to lack of cell service. Perhaps Beach-Bay Getaways can address this, or give their rental guests a note of what to expect, clearly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

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

Gorgeous view, great kitchen

We brought our extended family together for a week. There were 16 of us total. We enjoyed the huge kitchen (especially the large griddle). The two dishwashers came in very handy. Grocery shopping was a 2 1/2 hour expedition so plan wisely. Of course, we had to visit Hearst Castle which we enjoyed. We played ping pong, pool, and did puzzles at the house. The sunset views of the ocean were breathtaking. At night, we could see the Milky Way as well as shooting stars on occasion. We really loved the place and hated to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

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

Beautiful View

The drive is definitely harrowing but WOW, what a view once you're up there. We spent every evening watching the sunset and stargazing out on the front patio.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maren P.

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

California Coast Getaway

We stayed at the Big House with our extended family of 15. There were plenty of bathrooms, huge kitchen and dining table and a game room. Well appointed, 2 refrigerators, large stove with a grill top, propane grill. The views from the back deck are amazing. We all ate at the dining table together at night. The drive from highway 1 is long and rural and takes about 15 minutes. It is fun to see the farms, deer, cows, turkeys on the drive. The only downside is that you don't make "quick trips" into town or to the beach. More planning goes into an outing, as we only wanted to make the drive up and down 1 time a day. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Cambria Ranch

Just 5 miles away from the hustle-bustle of Cambria. Close enough to go wine tasting, elephant seal watching and shopping in town while remote enough to relax, chat and play games with family and or friends. Walks through the cow pastures and around the pig pen are fun for us city folk. Canyon and night sky views are incredible on clear days. This was our second stay at the ranch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Wonderful stay

No complaints- everything we wanted was there. The view is spectacular, the house is big and comfortable. Lots of history up there too. We look forward to coming again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

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

Spacious with amazing views

Would highly recommend this beautiful remote setting. Lots of wildlife en route! Fortunately weather was gorgeous so the road was not a problem but I can imagine it would be a little more treacherous during rain. Overall the home was in good condition but there were a few aesthetic issues, primarily with the flooring. There was only one “modern” tv in the game room which was by no means a deal breaker, especially if you are looking to unplug from technology and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Although we did make the trek into town everyday to explore and enjoy the beach and the quaint charm of Cambria, this location would be especially conducive to hunkering down and staying put. The views are unmatched and it was lovely to enjoy hawks flying at eye level and gorgeous views from every angle!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

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