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LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown

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Vista house!
This is YOUR world class view!
Warm and comfortable living room
Vista House - Indoor / Outdoor Living. Take in the view!
Fully equipped kitchen to cook a gourmet meal.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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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

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown

Relax, recharge and escape to this luxurious retreat experience in paradise.

Best view in SLO (15 minutes to downtown): Pictures don’t do justice to the unforgettable mountain top views of the Pacific Ocean, Seven Sisters (extinct volcanoes), rolling hills, mountains, valleys and flickering lights of San Luis Obispo. You can get to know the property at @visitvista and check out @bourbonandcider (your four legged Golden Retriever Assistant Hosts - we post our adventures daily! :). We are pet friendly.

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

The exceptional 8-acre mountain top property (halfway between SF and LA) has two bedrooms, chef’s kitchen and a large, elegantly appointed bathroom. Indoor areas transition seamlessly into outdoor living and dining spaces through French doors and large windows. The large 500 square foot private deck provides a comfortable place to read, relax or dine (BBQ equipped) while taking in the commanding views.

Appointed with premium fixtures, furniture, amenities and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout. Complimentary onsite electric car (Tesla, etc) charging station. This dedicated vacation rental is professionally cleaned (fresh linens, towels, etc.) and a hotel quality experience awaits your arrival. Accommodates up to six guests, with four being ideal.

The grounds feature complimentary fresh eggs from the chicken coop and seasonal vegetables from our raised beds, gardens, koi pond, "Walter's" tortoise habitat and an incredible vista of wildlife, particularly birds and raptors who are at eye level.

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!

Vista House is hard to leave once you arrive, with wonderful hikes, incredible natural surroundings and bountiful wildlife. Stock up at the Whole Foods, Sprouts or Costco at the bottom of the hill and settle in for a memorable experience!

Ryan (Bourbon and Cider)

Check out:

House Features:

- Baby-friendly
- Pet-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.
- 3 ROKU Smart TV's (Living Room + Bedrooms)
- DIRECTV (175+ Channels) with HBO and Showtime
- Netflix + Max + Hulu Plus + YouTube + Peacock
- Cold Mitsubishi Air Conditioning
- TESLA Charging Station (complimentary)

Two Spacious Bedrooms:

- King bedroom sets
- Plush 14-inch Gel Memory Foam Mattresses
- Luxurious shredded memory foam pillows
- Premium bedding and linens (Fresh & Clean)
- Smart TV’s
- Vaulted ceilings, large windows and natural light
- Ample clothing storage with cabinets and mirrors

Living Room:

- Comfortable leather sofa-sleeper
- Smart TV

Kitchen:

- Chef’s kitchen
- Fully appointed with premium stainless steal appliances (oven, fridge, microwave and dishwasher)
- Bonavita drip coffee (Beans, grinder & filters), Keurig (k-pods), French Press
- All amenities to prepare gourmet meals
- Four leather barstools

Bathroom:

- Incredible walk-in rain shower with water wand
- Shower benches
- In-floor heating
- Fogged glass
- Double vanity with full mirrors
- Water closet.

Deck

- Weber BBQ
- Six person dining table
- Queen size daybed

Property:

- 8 acre property
- Raised vegetable beds
- Chicken Coop
- Sulcata tortoise habitat ("Walter the Tortoise")
- Koi Pond
- Two large ponds on lower property
- Hiking routes out the front door
- Enjoy a meal at the garden dining table
- Unique sunsets
- Always above the clouds

Surrounding Area:

10 minutes:
- Apple tasting and a winery on our road offering fun little excursions
- Hiking in the Irish Hills nature preserve

15 Minutes:
- San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly, Thursday Farmer’s Market, wineries, etc.)
- Avila Beach (Beach activities, fresh seafood, dining, wine tasting, etc.)

30 minutes:
- ATV’ing in Pismo Beach Dunes
- Montana D’Oro State Park (great hiking and surfing)

45 minutes:
- Wine Tasting in Paso Robles
- Hearst Castle and Big Sur

Features:

- The Best view in SLO County!
- Luxury Accommodations
- 15 minutes to SLO or Avila
- High Speed Wifi with 3 flatscreen Smart TV’s
- Indoor / Outdoor eating spaces
- Raised garden beds & Henhouse (complimentary vegetables & eggs)
- Hotel Experience – Very clean, fresh linens and towels

Accommodations:

- Accommodates 6
- 2 large bedrooms with king beds
- 1 Queen Sized Sleeper Sofa in Living Room

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
Deposit: NO DEPOSIT

* No access to steam room functions
* Two car MAXIMUM unless otherwise arranged.

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. Vista 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 3:00 PM
Check out before 1:00 PM
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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
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: 6
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 and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum. 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 LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown 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

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 441 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 441 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 441 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 441 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 441 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lesley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to rest
Ryan is a great host. We all felt very welcome. The property is beautiful. Amenities were great. Very restful vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot with amazing views to unwind
Nice and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding location and wonderful host!
Was in town to spend time with friends, and the Vista House was the perfect rental spot for my friend and I. Our host, Ryan, was absolutely fantastic! Very hospitable, friendly and attentive. Plus, we got a morning greeting from Ryan’s dogs, which was a welcomed surprise! We’re definitely booking this spot again the next time we’re in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lien T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeff and lien
Ryan was so charming!! He greeted us when we arrived. He is the most amazing host!! We loved the view and the wineries that were close by!! We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Layla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best stay ever!
Host was very communicative from the beginning. He greeted us upon arrival and gave us a quick tour of the place. We were also welcomed by his two sweet golden retrievers. Both the home and the views were absolutely stunning. We felt like we were on a castle in the clouds. My son had an amazing time as well, one he will always remember between spending time with Walter the tortoise to meeting the chickens in the chicken coup. Wish we could have stayed longer. We will definitely visit again! Thanks for our wonderful stay, Ryan!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable 5 day stay
My husband and I enjoyed the views from Vista House. We had fun chatting with Ryan, the host. While we rated this stay a 5, there are some things that would have made our stay better. Primarily, we found the couch and kitchen seating to be tired and uncomfortable. Also, the stove and range are so-so. If you like dogs, Cider and Bourbon are quite friendly. The views are outstanding.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College visit
Great view and nice spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scenic Getaway
The views can’t be overstated. Especially around sunset as the shadows on the surrounding peak’s make every ridge dramatic. On our third day the fog rolled into the valley and the peaks are all that jut out for a magical view. My wife and I had a great extended weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Area, Clean and Cozy Apartment
We had a wonderful time at Vista House in the Irish Hills. The area is pristine and stunningly beautiful. Views from the spacious balcony unparalleled. Clean and comfy apartment with all the amenities. Host Ryan is so welcoming and nice. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway on top of the world!
I spent 3 nights with my 21yo daughter, and loved this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home!
Our visit could not have gone better. Charming host was there to greet us and show us around the property. The apartment is exactly as shown. Will be back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

D B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Killer views
Ryan was great, very communicative and attentive to our needs. Believe the hype, this spot rules.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming host, quiet, beautiful views, nearby activities
My family and pup stayed in Vista House Christmas week. Our host, Ryan, and his friendly pups, Bourbon and Cider, welcomed us when we arrived. Ryan oriented us to the property and nearby activities. Vista is a beautiful home. Comfortable with a well equipped kitchen, expansive deck with a short ramp to parking and grounds for our pup to walk. Views are incredible. Definitely a bucket list destination!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Years Relaxing Trip
The view is absolutely stunning and the large windows allow you to enjoy it from inside as well as out. Bourbon and Cider are great ambassadors and are as sweet as they come. They do love all the attention you can give them. Walter is a must visit as well. The beds are so comfortable and we slept wonderfully. The shower is magnificent as well. It is worth the drive up the mountain to enjoy this lovely property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
Road to get up the hill is in less than ideal shape, but the view when you get there is worth it. The dogs are very friendly and will beg for (provided) treats. Kitchen is very nice, bathroom huge and modern, bedrooms very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation Spot!
My husband and I stayed here for a nice honeymoon. The place is so nice and the view was beautiful! Ryan (Bourbon and Cider) were great hosts. They greeted us to make sure we knew where to go and gave us great tips on places to try around. The place was super clean and was stocked with everything we needed. If we had any issues Ryan was there to help us out quickly! We loved staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Weekend Get-a-way!
Views were spectacular, host's were super friendly, and weather was perfect! My whole family hasn't stopped talking about how perfect of a weekend it was. Thanks again for opening Ryan, Bourbon & Cider for allowing us to stay at your beautiful house! We will definitely do this again! Jeremy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay at Vista House. Ryan couldn't have been friendlier. He was there to greet us and orient us to our surroundings. The view was spectacular and it was very quiet to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly
What a beautiful peaceful property - wish we could have stayed longer! Ryan (and the pups) were very gracious hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable Brief Stay
I did not realize the property was at the end of a very windy and long road. I had been in a hurry to make a plan and somehow overlooked that detail. Thank goodness Ryan got a hold of me right before I got toward the hill and suggested I get supplies before I got there, which I did, so that I did not need to leave the house once I got there. The house was nice and comfortable but
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bashar S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
Property was beautiful and just as described. Ryan was a great host and the Tesla charger saved us a lot of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renae L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
We stayed for 2 nights and loved it. The property is perched on the hillside with views for days. Ryan is a great host that makes sure you have all you need. We will defiantly return. Thanks Ryan!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful retreat space
A beautiful view and comfortable stay for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view! The view! The view!
Great host. Great dogs. Great tortoise named Walter. Comfortable stay. Very interesting area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glory K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Refreshing Escape with Wonderful Hosts!
We had a wonderful stay at this Vrbo! It was nice to get out of the city for a few days and enjoy the stunning views. Watching the stars at night and seeing the fog roll out in the morning were truly magical. The host, Ryan, was lovely and made us feel right at home. Cider and Bourbon were the sweetest dogs, and they definitely knew exactly where the treats were! Plus, Cider is a sucker for belly rubs. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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