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Cayucos Cottage. Steps to the Best Beach in Cayucos.

Family-friendly vacation home in Cayucos

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior detail
Marina
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Cayucos, CA
  • Place, Cayucos State Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Cayucos Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Cayucos Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cayucos

This vacation home places you next to Cayucos Beach and Morro Strand State Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Morro Strand State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cayucos State Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cayucos Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Cayucos Pier - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Morro Rock - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 23 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Duckie's Chowder House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sea Shanty - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪cayucos coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Great American Fish Company - ‬9 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.

Cayucos Cottage. Steps to the Best Beach in Cayucos.

I love getting up in the morning pouring myself a cup of coffee and sitting on the front watching the sun rise over the mountain tops and listening to the ocean in the background. It is so peaceful in this wonderful neighborhood. The ocean and in my opinion the best beach in Cayucos is less than 150 yards away from the front door of this perfect beach cottage. Everything you need is here just bring your suitcase and a good book. You are walking distance to all the restaurants, shops and saloons. Walking the the beach at sunset and having a glass of wine is a great way to end another perfect day in Cayucos.

Keywords: Quiet neighborhood in the numbered streets. Walking distance to everything in the beautiful coastal town of Cayucos. Fishing, surfing, boogie board, go fly a kite, take a hike, have a nap on deck, roast marshmellows over a fire on the beach. Best place on the Central Coast to spend a few days or months.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Dogs are never to be left alone on property indoors or out.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No household towels are allowed outside the home. They are not to be used on pets or the beach.
No smoking or vaping inside house!
Pets are to be crated any time pets are left alone. They are not to be left alone outside if no one is at home. They are in a strange environment.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: There is a fee and weight restriction.

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Perfect for kids.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 28

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

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Cayucos Cottage. Steps to the Best Beach in Cayucos
Cayucos Cottage. Steps to the Best Beach in Cayucos. Cayucos

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Cayucos, just steps from Cayucos Beach and Morro Strand State Beach, and within a short walk of Estero Bay. You'll also find Cayucos State Beach and Paul Andrew Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Cayucos Cottage. Steps to the Best Beach in Cayucos. good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a meal delivery service.

Does Cayucos Cottage. Steps to the Best Beach in Cayucos. have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is 22 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cayucos Cottage. Steps to the Best Beach in Cayucos.?

Yes, every accommodation at Cayucos Cottage. Steps to the Best Beach in Cayucos. comes with a deck.

Reviews

Cayucos Cottage. Steps to the Best Beach in Cayucos. Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 194 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D., Madera, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
The kitchen is well stocked for all cooking styles. The outdoor fenced barbecue area doubles as the pet area large enough to suit their needs. The house rules are simple yet thorough to ensure that this beach cottage will be well cared for as expected by the friendly host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

sharon l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great. Nice kitchen and primary bedroom was large but the other 1 was very small but the beds were comfy. My biggest complaint was that the grill was extremely dirty and not in great shape. My son spent hours cleaning it. Might be time for a new 1
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family had the PERFECT stay at this Cayucos Cottage! The home has a great layout and provided ample space for our family. The kitchen had plenty of counter space and every appliance you could need, including a Nespresso coffee machine and an air fryer. Our favorite part was waking up in the morning, opening up the big sliding glass doors in the living room, and cozying up on the (brand new!) reclining sofa with a cup of coffee and a book. Such a peaceful way to start the day! The beds and showers were amazing, too! Love how bright and cheery the home is - tastefully decorated, with tons of natural light and windows to let in fresh air. Key pad entry was a plus, not having to worry about carrying a key with us everywhere we went. Any questions we had were quickly responded to, property manager is very attentive. Don’t hesitate to book this place, you won’t regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Melanie is an awesome hostess! Met all our needs!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little house!

Super cute house, well maintained and lots of games for kiddos.Melanie was very responsive when i had questions
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just a very quick walk to the beach in a delightful neighborhood!Excellent location- very peaceful. The house is clean and comfortable. We would recommend staying here and hope to be back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Base Camp for the SLO Coast!

Another fantastic visit to Melanie’s lovely beach adjacent home. Already looking forward to our next trip! The location is great - 90 seconds walk to dog friendly, beautiful beach. Cayucos has old school beach town feel, also close to Morro Bay, Cambia (and Hearst Castle) - could do something different every day for weeks! The home itself is very thoughtful put together with a great kitchen and remodeled bathrooms - exactly as pictured. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D., Madera, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Favorite Place for Our Time at the Beach!

Even the rain didn't damper our spirits while enjoying this comfortable and well stocked home away from home. Always just right!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay H., Ruidoso, NM

Liked: Cleanliness

Cayucos

Great location very close to the beach. Easy to drive to all of the sites along the coast and to the wine county around Paso Robles. Great kitchen with everything you need for your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best week ever!

This week long trip to Cayucos was intended as a refresh and reset for the new year and Melanie's cottage was the perfect place to have those intentions realized. Melanie's home is comfortable, well stocked and comfortable. Everything about the process was easy and stress free, from check-in to check-out. The cottage is steps away from a beautiful beach and a short distance to the cute downtown of Cayucos. The home itself embodies comfort and relaxation. We will be returning again and again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F., Walnut Creek, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Grand Time

We had a wonderful 12 day stay at Melanie's cottage! We found it impeccably clean and well stocked. The kitchen and bathrooms were updated with quality materials and the bed linens were dreamy. We took advantage of the deck on sunny days and found it to be a great reading spot while our dog dried off from a walk on the beach. We felt right at home in this cozy nest for our entire stay. Additionally, the neighbors on the street and those walking by were warm and welcoming and wished us well on our last day. We were sad to leave, but definitely look forward to coming back. We highly recommend this Cayucos gem!
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Z., Carlsbad, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Beautiful Reprieve

We enjoyed our stay here. The kitchen was w=easy to use and after long days exploring the parks, waterfalls and natural beauty of the area, we made dinner at the house twice. The home is clean and situated in a quiet neighborhood within easy walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D., Madera, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Yearly Trip to Cayucos

I feel like I am home when I am enjoying this beach house. Neat, clean, comfortable, and an outdoor seating area to enjoy the weather and relax. We prefer cooking in for dinners and dining out for lunch. Just enough of the kitchen amenities to prepare just about any meal. Close to the beach for our twice daily beach walks. Just right for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great getaway!

Very enjoyable place to spend time. My wife and I enjoyed the outdoor area in front of the house. You can hear the ocean and the neighbors are very nice. We enjoyed the location and Melanie is great to work with too!.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Getaway!

Everything about this house was amazing. The beds were super comfy, the kitchen had everything we needed, and the proximity to the beach?!? Are you kidding me? It’s a 2 minute walk from the front door to your toes in the sand. We hope to stay here many many more times.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

colleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Colleen

Beautiful rental! Clean, roomy and family friendly! I would greatly recommend this home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness

GREAT location and beautiful home

This house was great for our family. The beds were comfortable. The bathrooms and kitchen had been recently remodeled. Great location close to public access. The double doors that opened up to the patio made it great for indoor outdoor living. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G., Bakersfield

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Get Away

Loved the house! Mostly the front patio and fire pit. Used it quite a bit. Friends could stop by and sit out there with us. House had lots of supplies, even though I brought my own stuff not knowing. Shampoos, soaps, ziplocks, foil etc supplied. House had lots and lots of stuff for children if you are bringing them. Very easy, 3 minute walk to beach. If you don't know the area, you have to walk down about 15 steps to get there. About a 12-15 minute walk town which we did a few times. Highly recommend this house. We have are staying there again next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful & Relaxing Stay!

This was our first VRBO experience, and we were so impressed with the cleanliness and location of this home. Everything was just as described in the listing, and the location to the beach was exceptional! This was such a a fun week for our family that we are sure to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pet friendly close to the beach.

Thank you for a great stay. The home is located in a quiet neighborhood just steps from the beach. Very clean and well equipped. The third room off of the kitchen (utility room) was fine for my son. The pull down Murphy bed had a full size comfortable mattress. Pet friendly. Great communication with host. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

CAROL C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Retirement Getaway

We went to Cayucos for a friend's retirement from teaching. The location of the property is ideal. The beach is right at the end of the street. The house is modernized with beautiful bathrooms and an upgraded kitchen. The area is very sleepy and quiet which is what we wanted. The master bedroom is big with a King size bed and a lovely bathroom with a separate freestanding tub and then a walk in shower. The second bedroom is also nice with a queen size bed and the second bathroom is also updated and nice. The bummer was the third bedroom which I wouldn't really categorize as a bedroom. It's more like a service porch or closet off the kitchen. It only has a murphy bed which we were not expecting. It would be a fine space to put kids in, but we were a little disappointed with three grown adults with one of them having that as a bedroom. There's a big tv with Netflix which was great. The town of Cayucos is close to Morro Bay, Cambria and the wineries off the 46 in Paso Robles making it a convenient spot to visit all those places in the same visit. I would recommend this property but just be aware of that third "bedroom".
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin d., Glendale, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach House!

Very nice property, clean and well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. Laid back, friendly neighborhood. Two minute walk to the public access stairs for the beach. Perfect communication with owner/property manager. We had a wonderful time, thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Cayucos Gateaway

Beautiful property. Has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach access & Updated kitchen

This is not your average beach bungalow. The updated kitchen and bathrooms are excellent, and the beach access made it all the better. Only inaccuracy was no hot tub even though one was listed in the amenities description.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great experience!

The title pretty much says it - my wife and I had a great experience with our dogs at the house and in Cayucos. We’re certainly planning to return and look forward to it. For context, we live in Santa Cruz and just a few blocks away from the beach in a very walkable part of town. And our house is very comfortable and a nice place to be; we’re grateful to live in a beach community. But sometimes you need to get away to relax (and not putter around the house and finish projects). And no way do we want to do that without our dogs. The house is great - super comfortable and well-appointed. It’s actually nicer than the pictures. I wouldn’t want to be there with more than one additional couple and a kid, but it’s perfectly sized for that. If you cook, the kitchen is great, with all the kitchen appliances you’re likely to need. Seating, bedding, linens, bathrooms are all nice / comfortable. The location is nice - quiet and very close to the beach access at 16th. If you’ve not been to Cayucos, it’s a nice and very walkable community. It feels like a much smaller and cleaner Santa Cruz. It’s a 15-ish minute walk to a decent, dog-friendly restaurant. And 20-ish minute walk to good coffee and another 5 to the pier. There’s a handful of dining and breakfast / coffee options. If you’re coming with dogs, there’s nowhere at the house to sensibly or appropriately, uh, take care of business. So know that you’ll need to take a walk around the block when that needs to happen.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023