Ocean Views, Centrally Located, Big Enough For The Whole Family and Friends

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Main floor family room with views off deck

Newly painted & landscaped in 2019... 2 car garage & private driveway

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

8.8

Excellent

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8260 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Explore the area

Arroyo Grande, CA

Pismo Beach Prime Outlets4 min drive
Monarch Butterfly Grove4 min drive
Pismo Beach Pier5 min drive
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)20 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Although there have been many upgrades, this vintage 50's home is designed for the feel of its time period. Bric a brac, eclectic furnishings carry a theme of beach life decades ago. Wonderful property suited for family and friends. Two separate units in the same home--put the kids upstairs and you can have your privacy down stairs! Be careful though...the staircase is steep as it was once a basement but has been remodeled into a fabulous cozy apartment.

Whether you want to see the butterflies, go to the beach, play golf, see the sites, or just have a lazy stay and enjoy the beautiful weather, this is the place! The central coast has so much to offer, we are happy to share it with your family.

This is a great location to access everything. Its just a short 30 minute drive to the north county and the Paso Robles wine trail, or you can go 30 minutes up the coast and be at America's only real castle, the fabled Hearst castle. If you have never been this is a must see. You can also head 30 minutes south and be at the start of the Santa maria wine trail and recreate some of the scenes from the famous movie sideways. Head just another half hour south and you can rub elbows with the rich and famous, or sample some of the posh shopping of beautiful Santa Barbara.

The kitchens are both fully equipped with everything you would need as far as pots, pans, dishes, flatware, coffee maker, toaster oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, etc. . Plenty of towels and linens. Usually extra toiletries in the drawers if not out on counters. Washer drains into utility sink so be mindful not to obstruct sink when doing laundry. Please be sure to turn lights out and close windows and doors when checking out. Be sure to turn off gas to grill and scrape down after use. Bag up trash, discard in proper receptacles and bring cans to curb.

PLEASE BE AWARE THERE ARE AUDIO/VISUAL SECURITY CAMERAS AT ALL ENTRANCES FOR BOTH MONITORING AND SAFETY. LISTINGS ARE HIGHLY RESTRICTED FOR GUEST COUNT .
Main floor is currently available

Property manager

Jeff and Donnelle Guiltinan

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Pets are welcome at a $25 per night per pet fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Travelers must be completely transparent about pets, number and type

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Arroyo Grande

Located in Arroyo Grande, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs 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 A Sweet Shoppe Named Desire and Central Coast Aquarium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Arroyo Grande, CA

What's nearby

Pismo Beach Prime Outlets - 4 min drive
Pismo State Beach - 4 min drive
Monarch Butterfly Grove - 4 min drive
Pismo Beach Pier - 5 min drive
Price Anniversary House - 6 min drive

Getting around

Grover Beach Station - 9 min drive
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min drive
‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬12 min walk
‪Apogee Brewing - ‬12 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Views, Centrally Located, Big Enough For The Whole Family and Friends pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Ocean Views, Centrally Located, Big Enough For The Whole Family and Friends?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Views, Centrally Located, Big Enough For The Whole Family and Friends?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Views, Centrally Located, Big Enough For The Whole Family and Friends located?

This family-friendly Arroyo Grande holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Ramona Garden Park and Grover Heights Park. A Sweet Shoppe Named Desire and Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

8.8

Excellent

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

19 Oct 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed

This was my first experience using Vrbo though we have rented houses through rental agencies in other locations in the past. I wasn't familiar with using the key pad on the doors. When I called for assistance, the husband made me feel I was being a bother (interrupting his meal). There were a number of items that were problematic but I was reluctant to call because of the bad experience the first evening. The wife was friendly, but the husband was off putting. Mid way through our stay, I had to call about a matter and the wife was apologetic about what happened and had her husband make a number of repairs which were done and done quickly and well. The window coverings didn't provide adequate privacy. The beds were uncomfortable, The silverware and dishes were a inadequate. The house didn't have A/C so it needs a whole house fan to take advantage of the cooler night air. The room fans didn't provide much relief.

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Ryan M.

1 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Disliked: Communication, location

Mixed feelings

Convenient neighborhood with lots of restaurants and stores. Large house with big back yard. Fantastic front yard setup. Communication varies from disrespectful to friendly and informative, depending on who you speak to. Informed that neighbors recorded us talking and laughing while inside the house. Wife demanded I apologize to her for being too loud, then threaten to kick us out mid stay because I didn’t agree to be quiet in a way that pleased her. Husband called and informed us where we can talk without annoying the neighbors, which solved the issue. Paid way too much to be treated like a child.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn C.

14 June 2023

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

Excellent as usual

This was the 5th time we have stayed at this beach house. Contrary to another reviewer, we have found it clean and well maintained every time we have been there. Since we've been staying there for several years, we have observed the upgrades/improvements that the owners have made over the years. They continually strive to make the home comfortable and convenient for their renters. We have never had a problem with communicating with the owners. They have been nothing but nice and available if there is a question. It was perfect for our family of 9 with both the upstairs and downstairs space. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked with everything you need. Our favorite areas are the back upper balcony and the front yard. The grandkids loved playing ping-pong and "baseball" with the plastic bat and ball they found in the garage. I highly recommend this beach house for a wonderful family vacation!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

15 May 2023

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

Great Homey Property

Everything was great, I recommend it highly! Only tip for other renters is to bring your own bottled drinking water as this area has poor tasting tap water. Otherwise we loved it! It was great for our big family!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

18 Apr 2023

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

Very nice beach house

We had a wonderful trip to the Pismo Beach area. The house was perfect for our family of five, including the basement apartment that was ideal for our daughter who is in her 20s and her boyfriend. The deck with the ocean view was our favorite spot. Parking was super easy with the driveway and garage.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Anna J.

4 Apr 2023

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

This home and these owners are a nightmare. Worst rental property I have ever experienced.

You feel dirty just by walking in this house. The air is like a thrift store. There are bugs, bug carcasses, stained sinks, stained bathtubs, holes in walls, damaged walls and paint, filthy BBQ grill growing mold or fungus. holes in furniture, stranger's hair on linens, in bathrooms and bathmats. When I opened the rusted washing machine, there was a pile of dirty laundry sitting in it. I removed this pile of someone's dirty clothes and placed it into a laundry sink. I didn't know that their washing machine was set up to drain into that sink. A few minutes later, the sink filled up with black dirty water. It looked like it was about to overflow. I called the owner. The wife immediately started screaming and demanded that I reach into that disgusting sink and pull out their dirty laundry. Then her husband got on the phone and continued to argue with me that this was all my fault. That is is perfectly normal to have a washing machine drain into a sink and I should have known better. I replied that I was in town to visit family for a reunion, and did not want to spend my friday evening arguing with them. He said he would go to the house to repair it. I said I would be gone, attending my family's dinner. During the dinner, I then received angry and threatening text messages from this man. He said I should be ashamed of myself. He also explained that their bathtub is stained because it's "70 years old". They should have written that in the property description as a selling point if he is so proud of a 70 year old bathtub. Perhaps it's time to replace your dirty old bathtubs? I did not feel safe staying in this house. These people are angry and unstable and can enter the property at any time, and decided to pick a fight over such a small issue that is entirely their fault, did not make me feel comfortable. So we moved to a hotel and are battling them to get a refund. Now they are trying to charge us more for bogus claims. Every single neighbor has filed public complaints about these people which I found after a quick search for their address. They care as little for their neighbors as they do their customers. The staircase is illegal and dangerous. They claim to be dog friendly and are furious when you bring a dog! There are no screens on windows. The air ducts have never been cleaned and there are no air filters. The backyard view is all other backyards, no beach. All they do is lie and argue. Do not rent from these horrible people.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyce Baker B.

25 Dec 2022

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

Wonderful stay

Great

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valeria G.

11 Aug 2022

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

Wonderful Experience!

The check in process was amazingly simple. There's a really good coffee shop "Tribe" within walking distance. We did get a little rowdy but the owner was super professional and nice about telling us to keep it down. Only tiny thing is when descending to the bottom rooms the staircase is a little precarious. But the fact that it serves as a whole other "house" more than made up for it. 10/10 would stay here again. wonderful for large groups or multiple families.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

6 Aug 2022

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

Family Beach Week

Second time our family stayed here, because it’s ideal for families. Great location

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eva H., California

6 July 2022

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

Great house

Great space, well kept. A lot of care about home and guest. Great location to everything we were interested in. Nice neighbors.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jocelyn M.

27 May 2022

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

Dog friendly

Good except there is a noise in the plumbing like a rush of pressure every few minutes that is audible in the downstairs suite. Since I am a very light sleeper I could not sleep in that room. It didn’t bother my husband but he has hearing loss so no surprise.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Diana M.

16 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Holiday Visit

Positives: Nice property, plenty of amenities. Downstairs unit a plus. Negatives: 1) The site advertises that the property sleeps 12 people. This is actually not true and really is false advertising. 10 is the max number of people and renters get charged extra for "additional guests." The kicker is that it is not posted anywhere on the site. Even under Policy and Rules. Right before you book it, you have to click on "Invoice Details" then the "Additional Guests" charge pops up. Why does it pop up when you have 12 guests if that is what the property advertises? It should only come up if it's 13 or more so BE AWARE! You will not get your money back even though the owner has the discretion to do so. 2) There are gopher traps in the backyard which we had no idea about until the neighbor saw my son playing out there. Since this is a safety concern, it should have been brought to my attention. Therefore, I am putting it out there for any potential renters to be aware of this and to ask about it. 3) There are two sets of sliding glass doors ( upstairs and down) that do not lock. I did text the owner about it and the response was "Don't worry, the neighborhood is quiet and safe." This means nothing to families with little kids and/or special needs children. It is a big safety issue and was not taken seriously enough. I believe there was a previous review that mentioned the same problem and the owner's response was the same. The owner sent an email stating that her husband checked the doors and that they locked so this may be an ongoing issue. Another thing you may want to ask about. 4) The TV is too outdated for streaming. In closing, if you have a party of 10 or less with no children or teens ,and not interested in streaming, this place will work for you.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

April H.

10 Oct 2021

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

Stayed for our elopment in pismo

I dont even know where to start with this lovely rental. They left wine out for us, are dog friendly and my goodness the view! It fit all 10 of us confortably as well as my two large breed dogs. Comunication was a breeze with the owners, the neighbors were lovely and the location was perfect. Would stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

monica a.

12 Sept 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Carshow vacay

Overall was ok., but needed more attention to cleaning, very dusty especially as we moved chairs or tables around did not walk barefoot. Sinks a little dirty and we saw a mouse in main living room. Updating to furniture and overall would be nice. Towels and linens also need updating. We didn’t use them since we brought our own and laid those on top of existing.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Sueanna W.

7 Sept 2021

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

Family Vacay

Great, quiet location with many conveniences around. Big enough for 10 of us to spread out. Front yard was an awesome place to hang out and have meals. Back yard is a little sloped but still fun for kids to run around in an enclosed area. Furnishings and decor are a little older but that was expected looking at the pictures. Had a great stay with extended family.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

25 July 2021

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

Another Beach Week in the books!

Another successful Central Coast beach week for our family. This property is ideally located between SF-LA, with multiple beaches to visit. The listing and pictures accurately present the property, and our family of nine+ enjoyed many of its features. Everyone had a great time.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

MIKE G.

25 June 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

Great views, but some of the windows and sliding glass door to the balcony could not be locked. Overall we enjoyed our stay at this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Marian R.

12 Dec 2020

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

Very old house

Needs a lot of upgrades and cleaning. Really big house but needs some tlc.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bridget R., Bay Area, USA

7 Nov 2020

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

Nice area

Owner was very responsive and helpful. Very cute area with lots to do.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

28 Oct 2020

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

Great experience

Would recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn C.

7 Aug 2020

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

Relaxing Family Vacation

This is the second time we stayed in this wonderful beach house. It had everything we needed. Plenty of room, comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen. Love the refrigerator and sink downstairs, great addition! The front courtyard was perfect to sit outside and enjoy the weather. Owners are very easy to communicate with and very helpful. We hope to be back again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

ROGER V., Alta Loma, CA

21 July 2020

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

Ideal location.

We truly enjoyed our visit due to this wonderful property. Nicely located in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. Great yard, front and back, fully fenced and ideal for our dogs to play without worry of their getting out. We used the fireplace in the nice front yard and enjoyed the quiet, peaceful and pleasantly cool evenings. Owners were exceptional in answering all questions promptly. Although the home is older, it was very clean and well appointed to meet our needs. We also had access to the two stall garage, large enough to fit our two sport utility vehicles. Close to Pismo, Grover and Avila beaches and an easy 25 minute drive to my favorite location, Morro Bay. If I should visit that area again, I would most definitely book another stay at this property.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Arnold F.

8 July 2020

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

Nice house, as advertised.

Few little things were problems, missing ping pong balls and dishwasher detergent. Donnelle was friendly and courteous and helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette C.

31 Dec 2019

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

Absolutely Wonderful!

We had an absolutely wonderful holiday at Pismo Beach, mostly due to such a perfect house! This rental was perfect for our group, consisting of two families, with kids ranging in age from 9 to 20. The house was just the right size to accommodate all of us, while still giving each their personal space, both in the common areas and private quarters. To be honest, the photos truly do not do justice to this place -- it is full of character and very Americana. The grounds were spacious, the kitchen had more than enough plates, glassware, pots, appliances, etc. And most importantly, the beds were so comfortable, we really did have a true and restful vacation! The house was also very well appointed, with extra sheets, towels, etc. The location was perfect as well. The house is in a quiet neighborhood and is within walking distance to the store. The beach is a short ride away and the views are fantastic! Jeff and Donnelle were very quick to respond to our inquiries and because they knew we were coming to celebrate Christmas, we so appreciated the beautiful tree the set up for us. It really made us feel "at home." I would stay here again in a heartbeat!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth D.

14 Sept 2018

Very clean home

Jeff was the perfect host. Excellent communication prior to and during our stay. We really appreciated being able to check in early as we were traveling with an infant! The houe is very clean. Kitchen is well stocked with dishes. There are grocery stores within a reasonable walk or short drive and Uber’s were plentiful. I would point out that there is no AC and the heat was automatically set to a temperature that was a little warm for our taste but we were able to change that easily. Overall, we enjoyed our two nights here and would stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Jeff and Donnelle Guiltinan

We have been married since 2003 and we have two wonderful boys, Ashton and Justin. We love where we live and are happy to share it with others

Why they chose this property

This property is right in the center of everything. It's conveniently located near Pismo and not far from Avila beach - two of the Central Coasts most desirable beaches and has great views. Its put together to handle large groups

What makes this property unique

This home still has original vintage tiles in two of the bathrooms and cabinetry in the spacious kitchen with fantastic stove commercial stainless stovetop w/built in griddle for family meals. The views from the back deck are incredible day or night and the privacy of the courtyard for barbecues is delightful. Enclosed yards for child and pet safety. The convenience of a completely separate downstairs apartment is fantastic for a couple to have privacy from main house for inlaws or the newlywed couple traveling with family.