A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly!

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The grand Riata Estate is an epic vacation home for indoor/outdoor living.

Front of Ranch House with circular drive.

Nestled on a 1,200-acre ranch, Riata's setting is pastoral and serene.

Back of Ranch House with pool, terrace, entertaining areas, and sweeping views.

Main entrance with stairs leading to loft & upstairs bedrooms.

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Amenities
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Location
Host

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12418.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Santa Margarita, CA

Santa Margarita Lake8 min drive
Bubblegum Alley20 min drive
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo38 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Double Sofa Beds

Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #4

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Primary Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Primary bathroom suite

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The breathtaking Riata Ranch estate is a 1400-acre property nestled at the base of the Santa Lucia Mountains in Santa Margarita, California. Once inside the gates, a world of unique splendor and beauty awaits with a night sky perfect for stargazing!

The rural community of Santa Margarita is known as a stomping ground for acclaimed farm-to-table dining, wine tasting, and craft beer. The quaint village offers the solitude of country living with the bustling energy of San Luis Obispo’s thriving downtown a short 20-minute drive away. Warm spring and summer days are cooled by coastal evening breezes making the Ranch a spectacular setting for alfresco gatherings. The outdoor grilling area, bar, and large dining tables are ideal for summer gatherings.

Perched above the Ranch is the warm and inviting Ranch House. The grand residence is designed with entertaining in mind! 4,500 square feet of open-concept living boasts a professional chef’s kitchen, a grand piano, a wraparound porch, multiple outdoor entertaining areas, and a beautiful pool and spa that overlooks the property. High end finishes and touches throughout, like John Robshaw textiles and Jerry Scott original paintings set this property apart.

Every room in the house has sweeping views that are sure to be the perfect backdrop for memories yet to come. With four cozy and comfortable bedrooms, a grand living room accentuated by a floor to ceiling stone fireplace and a spacious family room/loft, Riata Ranch offers the perfect gathering space for friends and family.

From the moment you enter in the front gates you will know you just found your home away from home. Easy day trips from the Ranch House are Hearst Castle, Morro Bay, Big Sur, and Paso Robles and Edna Valley Wine Country.

Looking for a place to host your special event?

We also offer multiple locations for events, large or small, for an additional fee. From wide open spaces dappled with ancient oak trees to specialty tent tipis that offer a fun and festive atmosphere that you won't find anywhere else. More event information can be found on our website.

Riata Ranch offers a distinct and magical setting for your life's most treasured moments. Please message us for more information or call to discuss how we can make your event a one-of-a-kind memorable experience.

Property manager

Alex LaChapelle

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Santa Margarita

Located in Santa Margarita, this holiday home is in the mountains. Pozo Saloon and Atascadero Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fremont Theater and Dallidet Adobe and Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Pozo Valley Winery, or check out an event or a game at Alex G. Spanos Stadium.

Santa Margarita, CA

What's nearby

Santa Margarita Lake - 8 min drive
Fremont Theater - 19 min drive
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 19 min drive
Bubblegum Alley - 20 min drive
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 38 min drive

Getting around

San Luis Obispo Station - 20 min drive
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

Santa Margarita Tavern - 7 min drive
The Porch Cafe - 7 min drive
The Range - 7 min drive
The Southern Station - 7 min drive
Dunbar Brewing - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A peaceful Coastal California oasis and outdoor paradise. Pet friendly! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Santa Margarita Lake, Pozo Valley Winery, and Ancient Peaks Winery. Atascadero State Hospital is 11 mi (17.7 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

2 Apr 2024

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

Extraordinary Place

We loved our 3 nights at the ranch and only wish it could have been a full week. We had a dinner event while we were there and everybody was responsive and helpful with all the many many details we needed to take care of. Be aware the caretaker has dogs and they will be at the place. We love dogs and it wasn't a big deal, we just asked him to keep them in during our party and he complied. House could use better cookware (it has everything, the pans were just low quality) Overall, this place is amazing and I can't say enough good about it.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C., Redwood City, CA

15 Jan 2024

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

Thank you!

Hopefully writing that we spent our third Christmas at Riata (and already booked for the 4th!) speaks for itself. This sweet place has come to mean a great deal to our family. Thank you, Riata, for it all. See you next year! -Victoria, Brian, Zander (12), Aila (10), Declan (9), and Aoife (6)

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

18 Dec 2023

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

Amazing View

Comfortable, relaxing and very enjoyable experience. Absolutely breath taking views of mountain range.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S., SAN CARLOS

27 Nov 2023

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

Gorgeous property

This place is beautiful. Pool and spa are very nice and the layout is perfect for a family getaway.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

2 Oct 2023

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

Precious Family Time

Had an incredible weekend staying at the Riata Ranch. Staying at a beautiful location was a fantastic way to get the family to make a trip together. The wrap around porch and outdoor seating is set up so that the group could come together for activities... but also have private time to read a book or just get away from the hustle. Pool and outdoor set up is perfect for family fun and BBQs. Outdoor seating is perfect to take in the gorgeous view of the ranch. Absolutely a 5 star stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023