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MOUNTAIN TOP GETAWAY : Best View In SLO! : Come visit us.

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Your private deck - Mountain and Ocean View!
View from the Irish Hills House - 100X better in real life!
Kitchen - Prepare a gourmet meal and eat under a star filled sky?
Dining Area - Dinner for six long lost friends?
Upstairs Beds - Chic Room for family or friends! (3 queen beds for 2 people)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8162.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Avila Hot Springs
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

MOUNTAIN TOP GETAWAY : Best View In SLO! : Come visit us.

MAKING MEMORIES WITH AN UNFORGETTABLE VIEW !

The "Irish Hills House" at the top of Prefumo Canyon has the Best View in SLO with stunning 180-degree panoramas stretching from ocean, valley, mountain and cityscape. The view is famous and tourists and locals alike stop at the vista point turn off. The Irish Hills House is above the Prefumo vista point, at the top of the mountain and has a fantastic view!

Our pet friendly vacation rental is conveniently located to 15 minutes to SLO (DT and Cal Poly), 15 minutes to the ocean (Avila Beach) and half way between LA & SF. We are near wonderful activities, wineries and experiences.

The most common guest comment, "The photos do not do the views justice!". You can get to know the property at @bourbonandcider (your four legged Golden Retriever Assistant Hosts) and @visitvista (the official IG) - we post daily!

Irish Hills House has two bedrooms upstairs with dormer ceilings, one is small with a floor queen bed, ideal for children or a short adult. The other bedroom has two queen beds. In addition, there is a king bed downstairs (not private) in the common living area. The space can accommodate 8.

Live Streaming View Cam: video.nest.com/embedded/live/2tkQBg6Tcj?autoplay=1

We store two additional queen size futons and a 'Pack n' Play' for babies. There are bathrooms on each level, a fully outfitted kitchen and a large outdoor deck. There are great views from every window. I think the kitchen window must have one of the best views ever for washing dishes! :)

We are on the famous Pacific Coast Highway (Hwy. 1). The coastal retreat halfway between LA and SF. Our road (Prefumo Canyon) turns into See Canyon and leads to Avila Beach. There is a short 15 minute scenic drive to downtown SLO (Thursday Night Farmer’s Market, restaurants, nightlife etc.) and beautiful Avila Beach (spectacular beach, pier, shops, wineries, etc). Famous Avila and Sycamore Mineral Springs offer a therapeutic experience in a group setting or privately in secluded tubs set amongst the tree-canopied hillside. You are in a serene and peaceful setting, but not too far from all the action!

We are on 8 mountain top acres with world class views, hikes and wildlife right outside your door. Barbecue, share a meal and wine on the deck or picnic down by the raised garden beds. We invite our guests to enjoy fresh vegetables and eggs from the gardens and henhouse, so help yourself! In addition to our chickens, we have a pet tortoise named 'Walter' (Everyone loves Walter) and a Koi Pond in front of the Irish Hills House.

The vacation rental is well suited to romantic & girls getaways, family friendly & Cal Poly parents stays, adventure seekers & coastal journeys. We love dogs here!

This is a dedicated VRBO, which is professionally cleaned before each guest's arrival with clean and fresh, sheets and towels. The house is maintained in pristine condition in preparation to offer a 'hotel-clean' experience amongst breathtaking mountain-top views in nature and tranquility.

The Irish Hills House is across a deck from our main home. We respect boundaries and the experience is intimate and free of distraction.

We run at almost full occupancy, so if you see an opening and you are ready - please feel free to Instant book! Also, please feel free to follow up with any questions - none are silly :)!

See you soon!

Ryan (Bourbon and Cider)

* Complimentary Tesla charging station.
* Two car MAXIMUM unless otherwise arranged.

FEATURES:

- Baby-friendly
- Super dog friendly :)
- Best views in SLO!
- 12 minutes to SLO or Avila
- INTERNET is Robust: Speeds are at least 100 Mb/s down and 30 Mb/s up with low latency. 1. Ranch Wifi Static 2. STARLINK. Access Points are located throughout providing full coverage.
- Smart TV's (Downstairs & Upstairs)
- DIRECTV (175+ Channels) with HBO and Showtime
- DVD + Netflix + Hulu Plus + MAX + YouTube + Peacock
- Weber BBQ
- Bonavita drip coffee (Beans, grinder & filters), Keurig (k-pods), French Press
- Raised garden beds & complimentary vegetables
- Henhouse & complimentary eggs
- Clean and fresh linens and towels
- TESLA Charging Station (complimentary)
- No Deposit Necessary

ACCOMMODATIONS:

- 2-5 (Lots of Space!), 6-8 (A little tight!), 8+ (Special circumstances - Better be good friends!)
- 1 king bed (downstairs) & 3 queen beds (upstairs - 2 in one room and 1 in a smaller area) + Extra Beds (luxury Milliard queen futon, luxury Milliard double futon, 39 inch rollaway bed and large couch with wide sleeping area).
- FYI - Guests always ask: Beds are "Slumber Solutions Choose Your Comfort" 14-inch Gel Memory Foam Mattress from Overstock :)

PRICING:

Basic (2 people): $275/night
Cleaning Fee: $75/trip
Extra people: $50/person/night after 2 guests
Infants under 18 mos. $25/infant/night
Dogs: $25/dog/night (Pups free in Jan, Feb & Mar)
Deposit: NO DEPOSIT

This is a special place to fine tune your physical and mental health with family and friends amongst the ocean, mountain, valley and city vistas. The views from the top of the mountain are truly unforgettable. Irish Hills House is an inclusive place which we have priced to be accessible for everyone, we operate at full occupancy and it’s our goal to provide positively memorable experiences for all who visit us. We appreciate if you chose to be our guest and we not take your visit for granted.

Sincerely,

Ryan (Bourbon and Cider)

Property manager

Ryan, Bourbon and Cider
Premier Host

Languages

French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Gatherings considered, check with host (Ryan) :)
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 5 total)
Dogs are allowed $25 per dog / night
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking Outside ok.
No Smoking Indoors No Loud Parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Gatherings considered, check with host (Ryan) :)
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

San Luis Obispo

Located in San Luis Obispo, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Avila Hot Springs and Pismo Beach Pier 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. Travelling with kids? Consider San Luis Obispo Children's Museum, or check out an event or a game at Alex G. Spanos Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Luis Obispo, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 23 min drive - 14.2 km
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 25 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Avila Hot Springs - 26 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Cuesta College - 28 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Avila Beach Golf Resort - 30 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 23 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MOUNTAIN TOP GETAWAY : Best View In SLO! : Come visit us. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at MOUNTAIN TOP GETAWAY : Best View In SLO! : Come visit us.?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MOUNTAIN TOP GETAWAY : Best View In SLO! : Come visit us.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MOUNTAIN TOP GETAWAY : Best View In SLO! : Come visit us. located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Montaña de Oro State Park, Irish Hills Natural Reserve, and Laguna Lake Park. San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 389 out of 425 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 425 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 425 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 425 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 425 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view and wonderful hospitality
Ryan was a great host with lots of care and interest during his orientation to the place. He left us alone the rest of the time. The views were gorgeous and beds very compfy. Sweet dogs and easy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The views
Ryan was very welcoming and the views were outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay and wonderful location!
What a beautiful view from this wonderful location!Everything was perfect! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

A V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning View
The view was outstanding. Ryan was a great host and all of his suggestions for hikes and local spots contributed to an exceptional stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking View, Wonderful Host
Ryan (and Bourbon & Cider) were wonderful and attentive hosts. The property was amazing, communication top notch, and views could not be beat. Bed was incredibly comfortable and everything you need is there in the unit. I will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So relaxing!
We loved staying at this place over Christmas. Ryan was so helpful in getting us settled and the place is just as described. Kitchen is fully stocked - I love to cook and had everything I needed. Really great spot to get away from it all!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochida M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ryan is an Excellent Host! Spectacular views!
We booked this gorgeous unit for a birthday weekend celebration. It was perfect-secluded, private, well appointed (we’re cooks), with breathtaking views. If you want a better than home “stay-in-cation” this place is for you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun stay
The house is on top of a hill that has an amazing view. So good to wake up and watch the hills and Morro bay appear as the sun rose and clouds melted away. Very comfortable with everything we needed. Ryan was wonderful and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Place - Amazing View
We had a great time in our short stay at the house. The view above the marine layer was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, highly recommend
This was such a great place to stay for friends and family. Location’s not too far from Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s & Target so that you can easily grocery shop before heading up the mountain. Very spacious for the six of us that stayed for the weekend. Ryan was great with communicating and quick to respond with whatever we needed. Will definitely recommend this place to my friends and family and would not hesitate to book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Irish Hills Review
This house had incredible views and was very comfortable. Ryan was a great host and was very attentive and available.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay in SLO country
Everything on the site is accurate - it really is a hidden gem. Don't hesitate to stay for the outstanding views, the quiet, and the hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Had a fantastic stay enjoying the picturesque scenery and clean/comfortable property. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need
We rented both places for our party of 8. There was plenty of room. Great outside areas to enjoy the views, clean, and it had everything we needed. Bonus was the super sweet dogs and tortoise to feed. Would rent again. Ryan was a great host. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view, fur/shell/feather babies galore!
We had a really nice time staying with Ryan, Cider, Bourbon, Walter and the hens. The view is breathtaking. Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great views, just needs update to description
The site has great views, a well supplied spice rack and kitchen supplies, and Ryan is an attentive host. However, the property is not correctly advertised. Our party required 3 bedrooms (enclosed rooms with doors, not part of the common space) and the property just has 2. The king sized bed is part of the dinning room/living room area. One of the bedrooms upstairs has a dormer ceiling which was challenging for our tall friend as was the sloping wall in the upstairs bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Very relaxing enjoyable stay
Great location and host was great, a real fun guy and made us feel welcome!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mattie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect SLO spot
Ryan was a great host! His property was perfect for our family of 4. The views from the house are amazing and the house was well equipped and easy to find. Bourbon and Cider were adorable and very well behaved. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Beautiful View but NOT a Three Bedroom
This is a one bedroom legally speaking. The view is gorgeous and true to the photos, but the set up is not. There is only one legal bedroom. Another bed is placed in a windowless room with a slanted ceiling, and the large king is in the middle of the living/dining area. Fortunately my friends are close and didn’t mind too much, but this could be tough for some groups. The host is nice and the location is very cool if you are up for a bit of a drive, but the listing should be changed for accuracy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gorgeous location
Very fortunate to spend some time in this magical place. The amiable host was very knowledgeable about the unique geographical and cultural features of the area. The night sky was awesome, too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joslyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Super friendly hosts plus amazing views! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views!
We just stayed one day, Cal Poly freshman drop off, but the views will bring us back. the bedrooms were clean and linens fresh, bathrooms were clean and towels were clean and comfortable. Kitchen was clean. We had a wonderful night. Thank you Ryan for hosting us. Property is as described.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible find
On our way from LA to SF we made a pit stop in SLO and found this incredible gem. Ryan was super communicative - especially helpful in prepping us for the very lonnnnng drive up the mountain to his property. But the drive was worth it and the sunset took our breath away. Great space and beautiful setting. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEC C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Great host and beautiful views!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Has a great time! Loved Walter the turtle and the dogs! Ryan was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ryan, Bourbon and Cider

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Favorite things are our home and friends, especially Bourbon and Cider who are rescued Goldens and the sweetest dogs! We love visiting the local beaches, preparing meals and enjoying the other animals including Walter the Tortoise, Chickens and Koi.

Favorite place is Big Sur, movies at the Sunset Drive-In in SLO, when friends visit and preparing meals with vegetables from the gardens, local farm stands and farmer's markets.

We love to visit off the beaten path places, meet the locals and blend in. Favorite fancy place is Ventana in Big Sur.

We get excited when we get good reviews and positive comments at our VRBO's. We truly love the serenity and views here and are very happy to have the opportunity to share this place with travelers from around the world. We appreciate and do not take for granted that guests chose us, stay with us and like the experience.

We love serving guests, maintaining and improving the vacation rentals every day, helping others create, plan and execute new ideas, planning trips and getaways and purchasing unnecessary products, services and anything else they sell on Amazon Prime.

We are grateful for the gift of life Ryan received on November 2, 2015 when he was given a heart transplant. We enjoy the wonderful people who visit us.

Ryan (Bourbon and Cider)

Why they chose this property

Best all round vacation rental in SLO based on reviews (experience and rating). This is a countryside luxury escape with outstanding views on top of a mountain half way between LA and SF at the gates of the Pacific Highway through Big Sur and 10 minutes from SLO (Whole Foods, Costco, Bevmo, etc. Downtown, Farmer's Markets, Cal Poly, etc.) - Secluded and peaceful, close to SLO, unforgettable views, new luxury everything - Perfect.

What makes this property unique

Incredible memories. We appreciate your choice to stay with us, we don't take it for granted and will do what it takes to enhance your experience. We have a very high re-visit rate.

Languages:

French

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests