Within a short walk of Moonstone Beach Park, this cottage is within a mile (2 km) of Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Cambria State Marine Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Moonstone Beach Park - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
Fiscalini Ranch Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
Getting around
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 87 min drive
Restaurants
Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - 2 min drive
Mojo’s Village Bean - 4 min drive
Main Street Grill - 2 min drive
Luigi’s Pizza - 3 min drive
Linn's Bakery & Eatery - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees.
When you book our cottage, you automatically have access to the ENTIRE cottage.
The Cottage has the main entrance on the lower floor that has one bedroom, one bathroom, and a kitchen (it has a hide-a-bed in the living room that can sleep up to 2). Also, to get to the upper living area there is a separate entrance on the second floor. There is a large open area that has one bathroom, a queen bed, a futon, a desk/office area, flat screen tv, and an upper deck with a small table and chairs.
Secluded, romantic, and relaxing Cambria guest cottage nestled in the Monterey pines of the esteemed Leimert Estates. This guest house sits on a hill above Moonstone Beach just east of Highway 1, which is just a 1-2 minute drive away. The property is privately surrounded by coast live oak and monterey pines, and yet nearby you will find yourself on the boardwalk of moonstone beach, and combing the sand for shells and moonstones. Wood floors and cozy cabin like Interior will offer all the comforts of home. Large screen TV sits above the mantel over a cozy fireplace, surrounded by leather sleeper sofas. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you will need to cook your favorite meals. The kitchen is equipped with gas range and full stainless steel refrigerator along with granite countertops. There is a covered patio off the back along with a gas grill for you to enjoy the tranquil wildlife that pass by (deer and wild turkey) while listening to the distant waves of the ocean. The comfortable king-size memory foam bed along with premium linens will offer a restful night's sleep. You will find this property to be the best deal in Cambria because of its beauty, and amazing location. This wonderful guest house is close to the beach and close to the quaint and idyllic downtown of Cambria as well as Hearst Castle and yet offers privacy and seclusion for a romantic and relaxing getaway.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the bay
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Electric car charging station
Unit size: 2,150 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Beautiful Cambria House
Beautiful Cambria House Above Moonstone Beach
Beautiful Cambria House Just Above Moonstone Beach
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this cottage?
This cottage is located in Cambria, a short 13-minute walk from Moonstone Beach Park and also 16 minutes on foot from Moonstone Beach. You'll also find Cambria State Marine Park and San Simeon State Park less than a mile away.
Is parking available on site at this cottage?
Yes, there is electric car charging available.
Is this cottage next to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees.?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Are there hot tubs at Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees.?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage provide breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees.?
Yes, every accommodation at Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees. comes with a balcony.
Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees. Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 103 reviews
10 - Excellent
78
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 103 reviews
8 - Good
16
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 103 reviews
6 - Okay
4
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 103 reviews
4 - Poor
4
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Quinn C.
Jan 24, 2026
Quinn C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sharon C.
Jan 7, 2026
Sharon C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paz S.
Dec 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The location was great, as it sits between both Cambria and Hearst Castle. The cottage was everything we hoped for with countless deers walking the property. At night, you could also hear the ocean off in the nearby distance which was relaxing. Definitely recommend this property and will be back again.
Paz S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Caitlin B.
Dec 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay at this Cambria cottage! The tree covered property is beautiful and conveniently located, as it is just a few minutes from Moonstone Beach and the town of Cambria. The cottage itself is just awesome. We traveled with our family of four and my parents and were so comfortable in the space. We rented the entire unit and stayed in the upstairs area, while my parents stayed downstairs. We loved having a bit of our own space and my kids greatly appreciated the alcoves in the upstairs area. My husband, who is notorious for nitpicking construction, could not find anything wrong with this place and he and my son have asked multiple times when we can return to live there. The kitchen is stocked with all the basics you may need and there are extra linens if you need them. In addition to the property, Karl is a responsive host. He reached out prior to our arrival and provided all the information we would need to check in and enjoy our stay. If we had any queries, he was very quick to respond. If you are looking for a serene stay just a quick jaunt from town, this is a great choice.
Caitlin B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carol H.
Dec 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Property was very clean and convenient. Enjoyed the stay!! Would highly recommend.
Carol H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jake F.
Dec 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Location is pretty and a safe area
Jake F.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Alane S.
Nov 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The aesthetics and comfort of the cottage—and its beautiful setting—helped offset the fact that much of the overall stay felt rather underwhelming. The host was not welcoming; while the generic information letter was useful, it lacked any personal touch, and we did not hear from him at all during our stay. I reached out about an ant infestation and did not receive a response until after we had already checked out.The amenities were adequate, but many of the small touches that make a stay more comfortable were missing. It would have been nice to have basic toiletries in the shower, USB outlets, and a functional pullout sofa in the living room. The kitchen had a coffee maker but no filters or coffee, and only salt and pepper were provided—no oil, spray, or other basic cooking staples. Even the ice trays in the freezer were empty.There were also no games, reading material, welcome letter, local recommendations, or phone numbers for nearby services. Overall, while the cottage itself was charming, the lack of thoughtful details and host engagement made the experience less enjoyable than it could have been.
Alane S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
p g.
Oct 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
p g.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Jeffrey G.
Oct 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms were clean, and although secluded, you can hear the ocean from the rooms. Host required more choes than other VRBO hosts, including bringing large garbage bins to road and back the next day. Host did not most messages, such as when dryer didn't work. And also when we backed our vehicle into low tree stump left behind guest parking spot.
Jeffrey G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Debra B., San Francisco
Sep 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay at this guest cottage. Everything was comfortable and well maintained. The location was lovely, under the oaks, and just a short trip to the beach or town. Recommended!
Debra B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Gary D.
Sep 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall a great stay. Very peaceful and relaxing. Enjoyed our time there
Gary D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
4/10 Poor
nikhil H.
Sep 18, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Couple of things to note:- No frills, not even a soap to shower and the one handwash inside was expired years ago. Some basics are important for this price.- Grill was a mess and uncleaned. Had bugs all over and showed there is no real deep cleaning. This was pretty sad.- Communication with manager was weak as we didnt get response for a long time and it was not helpful.- Maybe i missed it in description, but the upper and lower floor are not connected.
nikhil H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Billie W., Corona, CA
Sep 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful VRBO in an even more beautiful setting. It's quiet, pleasant, relaxing, so close to the beach and town, we really enjoyed our stay! The ONLY issue we had was what is listed isn't fully accurate. We actually chose this place after originally having reserved another site, because it advertised KING beds in both rooms which would work perfect for two couples. Unfortunately, when we arrived, we found out the upstairs, which is very roomy and large, only has a queen bed. There is also no bathtub in bathroom 2 as advertised. Also, no soap or shampoos are provided.Otherwise, this was a lovely place and we'd highly recommend it.
Billie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gregg W.
Sep 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This cottage is beautifully adorned with granite countertops, tile showers, and new furnishings. It’s off of the beach a little bit, but you can hear the waves in the morning. The cottage is nestled in amongst acres of trees. The first morning while we were having coffee, we saw nine deer walk right by us eating acorns. The property has a private gate to enter, and acres and acres to explore. It was really relaxing, not to have neighbors like when you stay in a hotel.
Gregg W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robin H.
Sep 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Minutes from town and beaches. Favorite part is the privacy and peaceful space. Back porch faces the woods and you can hear the ocean.A couple of deer greeted us each morning.
Robin H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Nancy S.
Aug 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay appreciated the quieter location in Cambria easily driving to downtown & beaches.
Nancy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
casti
Aug 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Secluded, quiet, secure and clean. That was what I was hoping for. That's was what we got. We would stay here again for sure.
casti
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
2/10 Terrible
Nikki W.
Aug 8, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Since I can’t fit all I want to say here are the highlights -This is two SEPARATE one bedroom units. They do not connect from the inside. Do not be mislead like us and lose a bunch of money-The owners house is right next to the cabin and can see directly inside -No soap/shampoo/conditioner -Told to bring trash cans out & back among a long list of other things yet you’re paying a massive cleaning fee-Must squeegee shower doors after every use??We were VERY mislead when booking this property. Traveling with a 1 yr old & looking for a 2 bedroom cabin, so we were shocked to see the setup when we arrived. Since we couldn’t leave our 1 yr old alone in his own unit, we all had to sleep downstairs. That meant my husband & I slept on separate (uncomfortable) pull out couches so our son could sleep in the room. When we told the owner how frustrated we were he told us we could leave that day & be refunded for the next 2 days, so we agreed & quickly booked a new rental. Turns out we were refunded 473 of a 1,317 trip. So we paid 845 to sleep on pull out couches for 1 night. When we confronted the owner he said we’re being refunded for the nights and not the fees. When I explained we would have never been ok with that & agreed to it if we knew how much money we were losing he asked me if I “really thought I would be refunded 2/3 of the trip” &went on to tell me the cleaning fee needed to be paid and he “figured I would have thought that through and weighed my options and stayed.”
Nikki W.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Monica B.
Jul 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great area. Close to downtown and Moonstone beach. Only thing I could suggest is provide shampoo/conditioner and soap in the shower. Lots of deet and wild turkeys in the area.
Monica B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary I.
Jul 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this cozy cottage. It was nestled among beautiful trees. We were visited in the morning by mama dear and her babies. They came around most mornings. In the evening the turkeys came by. It was close to shopping, golf and wineries. Moonstone beach is beautiful and very close. I would recommend to my best friends.
Mary I.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Thomas G.
Jul 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay - really enjoyed the separate floors personally to provide added privacy and quiet. The upstairs is very large and can sleep plenty if need be. The location was wonderful - right off Highway 1, but quiet and peaceful property. Only 12 minutes from Hearst Castle and 5 to downtown Cambria and coastal boardwalk. Directions and check-in/out instructions were clear. Really enjoyed our peaceful stay here. Only note of advice - don't rely on anything being provided. The property didn't provide soap or shampoo, so make sure you bring 100% of what you need.
Thomas G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danielle S.
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay as always!
We were thrilled to stay at Karl’s cottage and had an amazing time as always! We were able to see deer and turkeys throughout each day and enjoy the tire and tree swings on the property with our kids, and the upstairs is perfect for running and playing when it’s too windy, rainy, or cold. The house is perfectly located near Moonstone Beach, the playground, Fiscalini Ranch, and the town. We look forward to visiting again!
Danielle S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Terri V.
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT LOCATION
The Cottage was very clean and kept nice. We saw deer and wild turkeys every day. Location is easy to get to and close to all the scenic sites. We enjoyed our stay.
Terri V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelly L.
Jun 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it there!
We loved this property. Its location is perfect - close to the beach, Hearst Castle, cute stores, bars & restaurants. We traveled to Sensorio from there - it was an eaay 35ish minute drive. The home is cozy and has everything you need really. Bring Kuerig coffee pods, or grounds for their small coffee maker. There wasnt any body soap or travel toiletries provided but we managed :)Do note that there are 2 seperate entrances for the main two bedrooms. Both areas are great but they have completely separate entrances. The property is beawith well maintained huge oak trees. We felt very safe & comfortable here and would go back. We had a hiccup with our entry to the property but the owner quickly helped us and all was good! The issue was with VRBO actually, not the owner. Otherwise - everything was great! Thank you Akrl for a greatplace to stay!
Shelly L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Qih
Traveled with family
May 28, 2025
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The water system filter needs to be replaced because the water has a bad smell. Additionally, the communication regarding access to the property is very poor, and the itinerary provided is not helpful.
The property view is very nice.