Destination Luxury Ranch Retreat 8Bd/7ba+/Pool+Tennis+Home Gym 850 coastal acres

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Our Ranch Home welcomes you. Take a walk through our home

Billion Dollar view comes with fabulous kitchen/5 burner gas stove/ double ovens

view from gallery/bar on the left/kitchen island on the right and dining room

View from kitchen/dining room to the bar and den

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20465 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Pool

Washer

Hot tub

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Cayucos, CA

Cayucos Pier27 min drive
Cayucos Beach66 min drive
Cayucos State Beach67 min drive
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)79 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1/Master with fireplace

1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2/Barnwood Room

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3/Garden Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4/Red Dog Room

1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

Bedroom 5/Sunrise Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6/ Library Loft

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7/Bonus room

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 8/Multipurpose room "Casita"

1 Double Bed, 1 Double Murphy Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

COTTONTAIL CREEK RANCH is the Ultimate Destination Vacation Retreat! 5000 square foot Luxury Custom Home/Executive Retreat with Five beautifully decorated ensuite Bedrooms all with private baths,
#4 bedroom has 2 lofts with 3 twins.
Additional bedrooms are:
# 6 bedroom above living room with a queen bed
#7 bedroom is the hidden room on the entry level behind the bar with direct access to #6 bathroom
#8 Bedroom is the detached multi purpose room "Casita" for a couple or dorm style/ has a King Murphy bed and Double Futon
+ a small bathroom with shower.
The ranch is Suitable for the elderly to the infant. Something for everyone.
Gourmet Kitchen,Bar, Den, Spa, detached multi purpose room(conference/game/work out)off the large patio area has ping pong, tv viewing, poker table along with the sleeping accomodations.The home has panoramic views of the beautiful private valley and a walk to the ridgetop takes in the entire Estero Bay from Hearst Ranch to Montano de Oro.
Walk down the driveway to a 20 yd. 2 lane lap pool complete with spa and baja kid step.
Cottontail Creek Ranch raises cattle for their branded grass fed beef available through their website, avocados, oranges, and kiwis on 850 acres of rolling hills.

Trails for hiking and wildlife viewing, large pond with catch and release fishing and kayaking. Spectacular views of Pacific Coastline from ridge tops. Pipe corrals for horse owners who want to bring their own horses to ride on the ranch or nearby public trails at Cayucos Beach, Montana de Oro State Park, or National Forest in Pozo.
The beach is just 12 minutes away and nearby attractions include Hearst Castle,Cambria, Big Sur Coastline, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, and San Luis Obispo area wine tasting. Shopping and Farmers Markets in Cambria, San Luis Obispo, Templeton,and Morro Bay. Great windsurfing, surfing, biking nearby. Scheduled air service, United Express, US Air and South West 35 minutes in San Luis Obispo.

Keywords: Luxury, Ranch,Executive Retreat/family
reunion/gatherings/20 guests/ Children and elderly welcome, pool, spa, farming, wine tasting, beach, Hearst Castle, fishing, running, hiking,biking, photography, private, ranching, organic, conservation, avocados, oranges, ocean, estate, cows, sustainable, wine, ecological, conservation, wildlife, historical, family owned and operated

Property manager

susan

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

CTC Ranch Home welcomes you & yours for an unforgettable vacation for all ages.

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

In one spot next to the bbq outside.

No shoes in the house please leave them at the back door under the bench.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

Cayucos

Located in Cayucos, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Morro Bay Art Association Gallery and Morro Bay Skateboard Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Morro Bay State Park and Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Cayucos, CA

What's nearby

Cayucos Pier - 27 min drive
Brown Butter Cookie Company - 27 min drive
Morro Strand State Beach - 64 min drive
Cayucos Beach - 66 min drive
Cayucos State Beach - 67 min drive

Getting around

Paso Robles Station - 43 min drive
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

‪Duckie's - ‬27 min drive
‪Schooner's Wharf - ‬27 min drive
‪The Hidden Kitchen - ‬27 min drive
‪Sea Shanty - ‬27 min drive
‪Cafe Della Via - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Destination Luxury Ranch Retreat 8Bd/7ba+/Pool+Tennis+Home Gym 850 coastal acres have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Destination Luxury Ranch Retreat 8Bd/7ba+/Pool+Tennis+Home Gym 850 coastal acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Destination Luxury Ranch Retreat 8Bd/7ba+/Pool+Tennis+Home Gym 850 coastal acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Destination Luxury Ranch Retreat 8Bd/7ba+/Pool+Tennis+Home Gym 850 coastal acres?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Destination Luxury Ranch Retreat 8Bd/7ba+/Pool+Tennis+Home Gym 850 coastal acres located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Morro Strand State Beach, Cayucos Beach and Paul Andrew Park. Cayucos State Beach and Morro Rock Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

24 Oct 2016

Perfect for Large Family

We recently enjoyed a long weekend at Cottontail Creek Ranch with our large family. The ranch is absolutely breathtaking and feels very isolated, even though it is only a short drive to nearby towns. Sadly for us, it rained (extremely unusual for this time of year) and we were unable to use many of the outdoor facilities or go too far from the house, but we made the best of it. The house was spacious and we enjoyed the well equipped kitchen with spectacular views. The upstairs lounge with a fireplace was also a favorite spot for us to gather. We did make great use of the outdoor fire pit for roasting marshmallows and the hot tub on the upper deck. Susan was wonderful to deal with prior to our visit and was very welcoming on our arrival. She took some of us for a drive up to the top of the mountain to enjoy the breathtaking views to the ocean. Susan was always on hand if we needed her throughout our stay. Miriam and Jose at the ranch were also amazing and helped make our stay very special. The little ones enjoyed feeding the baby cows and seeing the chickens. All of our guests had a wonderful time and we would love to visit again in sunny weather. Highly recommended!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Adrien L., New York, NY

31 May 2016

Wonderfully scenic and beautiful getaway

I just spent a long weekend at Cottontail Creek Ranch with my large family to celebrate my 45th birthday and what an incredible experience at Cottontail Creek Ranch. There are so many little touches that Susan does that really made us feel incredibly welcome... from fresh flowers and fruit, to lots of little details throughout the home. It was a perfect setting for our family weekend. It's a stunning setting with the beautiful rolling hills as a backdrop, whether watching from the deck, the large circular fire pit at dusk, or on some breathtaking hikes along the ridges which we really enjoyed. And then there are many other activities on site that entertained everyone across ages... the pool, the tennis court, the bocce ball, the hot tub, ping pong, board games, etc. We stayed several days and intended to take some excursions and actually never left the property the whole time. The kitchen is fully stocked with necessarily equipment for gourmet meals which was also great. THANKS much Susan!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

KARL (JOHN) H.

10 Oct 2015

Paradise

We were ten in number, friends who have known each other for 40 - 50 years.Cottontail Ranch was the perfect setting to get together and reminisce. The ranch was fantastic, and the host, Susan Lyon, equally so.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

31 July 2015

Parents 60th Wedding Anniversary

Our family spent a wonderful week at the Cottontail Creek Ranch on 850 acres. There were 4 generations celebrating my parents 60th Wedding Anniversary. Susan the owner is very welcoming and had the table all set for our arrival on the first night. Jose was so helpful if we needed to know how to work something. There is something for everyone, the pool, bocci ball, horseshoes, hot tub, hiking or sitting around playing games. We had family come in from Idaho, Colorado, Arizona and Texas. With the lofts, rooms and game room there was plenty of room for everyone. The kitchen is very large and could accommodate our group so we were all able to sit and have breakfast and dinner together. We loved the patio off the kitchen which also has a large table for meals or games. The owner Susan took my nephew to see her chickens and then gave us a tour of her ranch. It is beautiful!! We all didn't want to leave at the end of the week. We will remember this week with warm memories, it gave us a chance to all be together to celebrate my parents 60th anniversary.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

26 Apr 2015

Perfect Getaway!

We had 15 guys getting away for a bachelor party.... and this place was perfect for our group. We did not want the typical Vegas trip, but wanted to be able to spend quality time with a close group of guys. We hardly left the house and pool area, and enjoyed every moment. The setup/design of the home was very unique and fitting as there are multiple areas that accommodate groups of people for "hanging out". We would have 4 to 5 groups of people in different places at any given time, (house hot tub, pool/pool house hot tub, fire pit, living room with fireplace) and wouldn't even know that the others were even there. The landscape was breathtaking with rolling green hills. Unfortunately, we never made time to do the ridge tour with Susan, but will have to do it next time. Great hospitality, and great accommodations. Cottontail Creek Ranch is one of a kind! Thanks for everything Lyons!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

28 Oct 2013

Cottontail Creek Ranch

It was the perfect spot for our family to gather together in celebration of Ted's BIG birthday. The ranch is so beautiful with such picturesque landscape and vistas. The house interior is appointed attractively and has a warm feeling. The kitchen and dining area worked well for fourteen people. We were blessed with fabulous weather which meant the pool, spa, badminton, fire pit, and hikes were enjoyed by all! We look forward to a return visit to Cottontail Creek Ranch!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris D., Fresno,CA

1 Oct 2013

CTC Company Retreat

Our stay at the ranch was truly unforgettable. The owner personally greeted me with fresh out of the over cookies and took time to show me around the property step by step. We checked every inch of the house to make sure everything was working and in place. I rented the house for a work strategy meeting that started out over the weekend with our families and morphed into a business meeting. For the family portion we cooked dinner at the house, relaxed, swam, visited, played games then the final day took a wine tour followed by a catered dinner at the house. For the sales meeting we used the more than adequate room that already had screen's, white boards, note pads, etc... Everything we needed. This was followed by another amazing catered dinner and of course fun times around the fire pit. The staff was amazing and treated us like family. We will be planning another trip to CTC Ranch. I hope if you are reading this review you take my word for it, come to CTC ranch you won't regret it. It's got whatever you need trust me.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

5 Mar 2013

Outstanding property!

Thank you so much for the outstanding hospitality! My 13 person group has stayed in multiple large houses and this was by far the best --comfortable beds, incredible views, with gourmet and high end amenities that were all up and running. The hot tub was comfortable and ready to go, the heating was perfect, the kitchen was well-stocked with great utensils and appliances (which is great since we love to cook!). The property itself is just beautiful with incredible vistas, hiking, and great inspiration for our yoga class. Our amateur photographers were busy capturing the ambiance throughout the stay. There was a great authentic oak wood grill, the firepit was all set up for a beautiful campfire experience, and the warm cookies, farm fresh eggs, and recipie support for the ranch ground beef from our hostess put the entire experience over the top. Thank you from our entire well-rested group!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Holland A., Westlake Village, CA

14 Apr 2010

I highly recommend stayin...

I highly recommend staying at Cottontail Creek Ranch, it is spectacular! I have stayed there twice now and I am already planning the next trip back. The house is fantastic and the land around is magical. You never run out of great outdoor activities. But once you get there you may just want to stay put and enjoy the beautiful house. Susan and Roger are amazing hosts. They made our visit more enjoyable, which I didn’t think was possible!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

14 Apr 2010

The ranchWhen you wake up...

The ranchWhen you wake up in the morning and the sun rises and you hear the rooster down below at the farm, close to the pond, you really wonder where you are. You are surrounded by rolling hills slowly traversed here and there by dark cows. Hawks are circling high in the sky. Everything is peaceful. Still, you must be in a civilized world: below you there are straight lines of avocado trees. And, in the middle of them is the dusty trail by which you arrived yesterday, the only access from the outside world.The house where you stay is a modern, octagonal lodge built half way up the slope of a hill. It is open on all sides and completely surrounded by decks where you can sit in the sun or the shade as you please. All rooms have their personality. You can feel that they have been furnished by a real family ready to share its own memories and prized possessions. Now all the rooms are occupied by members of your family – or your friends. And this is how you start the day at the Cottontail Creek Ranch. In a moment, all guests will come together in the front room, which is the kitchen. Because from there, especially, one has a complete panoramic view of the ranch. The view goes all around, miles away, across the hills, to the horizon. It is yours. There are no buildings, no roads, no cars, no electric lines in this view. The only people who share this paradise with you are the tenants of the farm far below. You would have to climb the hill above the house to realize where you are. From there, you would find the ocean to the West, and in the South, through the haze, you would see Morro Rock.There are a lot of things for everyone to do inside the house, on the ranch and nearby. This morning, some among us (the youngest) have insisted on going to the beach. A few others prefer to bike. A third group is going to visit the Hearst castle The elders are discussing a well-planned visit to vineyards around Paso Robles for wine tasting. And then…Then, tonight we shall gather around the antique barbecue and, later in the evening, around the campfire with marshmallows, among crickets, under a starred sky. After that, we shall surreptitiously take out the telescope we brought with us and sneak a look at planets and stars. The air is so pure and the night so dark that here we can discover celestial objects that we have never seen at home.John and Madeleine

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jan P., La Jolla, California 90237

14 Apr 2010

Oh my goodness…what a tre...

Oh my goodness…what a treat our wine group had during our stay at the Cottontail Ranch. I had been working so hard at the time and didn’t realize how tightly wound I had gotten until I arrived there. What a great get away! Complete relaxation. Susan and Roger, the owners, went out of their way to make you feel at home! They were such great hosts. We ALL enjoyed our time there! The ranch has something to offer for everyone- hikes, a fully stocked kitchen to cook meals for large groups, a large patio area for lounging, large bedrooms, separate baths, a spa, ping pong and an already prepared fire pit for enjoyable quality time at night so you can watch a falling star or two from the sky. The ranch is centrally located – close to Hearst Castle, Cambria, Paso Robles- and Morro Bay. Susan and Roger truly do take the extra effort to make people feel comfortable. We loved the truck ride at sunset with the awesome panoramic views. It was simply breathtaking. This retreat is a perfect setting for those who appreciate nature. It has it all. We also appreciated the home baked cookies, all the fresh oranges, limes, lemons, avocados, the wine, the hats, and the cheese on our arrival. Great for large family gatherings or for large groups. By the way- Susan and Roger grow the best avocados I have ever tasted!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

12 Mar 2010

Our extended family has g...

Our extended family has gathered at the ranch three times so far and we keep coming back! The comfortable and well equipped house, breath taking scenery, secluded location, easy access to local activities, and the gracious hosts make it a five star in our book!

About the host

Hosted by susan

Sons Kristopher and Michael with Susan and Roger sitting on the future floor of their Cottontail Creek Ranch house vacation rental. It is like walking on liquid carmel corn!
The tree was planted in front of our home place in 1911 by Mary Magetti and was 90 feet tall when it finally had to come down. Very sad but also we are reminded of all the shade it gave us over the years.
Now it is show cased in our Cottontail Creek Ranch Home as flooring, bar top and moulding.
Although Roger has passed his love for this special place can be felt everywhere; From rock work, the pool and the orchards. Visit the memorial benches on the ridge tops to get a feeling of what we have preserved. My sons, staff and I carry on the ranch life style and hope you will enjoy it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

How did we get started in the Vacation Rental business? In 1999 our family had been living on Cottontail Creek Road on the Magetti Ranch for 20 years when the adjoining property came on the market. We wanted to expand agriculturally which we immediately did by adding more avocados, more cattle and oranges to the ranch. That left the question, what do we do with this extraordinary Cottontail Creek Ranch home built in 1978? Our goal is sustainability and the vacation rental does that as well as fulfills the home's destiny by entertaining tourists from around the world. The house truly combines luxury and homeyness while the views beckon you outdoors. We feel that Cottontail Creek Ranch is the perfect location for sharing this part of old California with others. The byproduct of this has been meeting wonderful people.

What makes this property unique

'So much to Do or NOT, Close to everything the Central Coast has to offer' is what I tell potential guests. If you choose to venture out and leave the ranch the first wine tasting room is 15 minutes away and the beach is 12 minutes the opposite direction. The climate is moderate with a marine influence without a lot of fog and the extreme heat of inland, ' JUST RIGHT'! Staying at the ranch can be restful and quiet or full of activity, your choice. The location of our home makes it easy for our guests to enjoy the great outdoors without leaving the house, the patios and porches. You can also fill your days with hiking, walking and biking the property then take off for some wine tasting and beach activities or drive to Hearst Castle for a tour and the Big Sur Coast. We share any fruit and vegetables that are ready for harvest. We normally have oranges, lemons and limes all year long. Seasonally we have avocados, herbs and artichokes from the edible landscaping.
It is great to live off the land.