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Villa Chula : An Elegant Mountaintop Estate

Holiday home in Arroyo Grande with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Entrance Grandeur
Dramatic Beautiful Architecture!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12464.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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  • Place, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
  • Place, Monarch Butterfly Grove
  • Place, Pismo Beach Pier
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs King

1 King Bed

Large Upstairs private getaway

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

WIne room

1 Double Futon

Yoga room

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Library King

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

MAin Floor Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs guest Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Wine room

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Villa Chula : An Elegant Mountaintop Estate

Come be our guest at this amazing Tuscan sanctuary nestled in the hills above the Edna Valley wine region. Escape the fast-paced city for a relaxing staycation with your family and closest friends in a 4,800 square foot custom made architectural wonder. Quietly secluded on an 8+ acre property, this Mediterranean masterpiece will be your vacation oasis treating you to picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean, Pismo Beach, the expansive Santa Lucia Mountain Range and accompanying Seven Sisters Mountain peaks stretching from San Luis Obispo to the sea.

Upon entering the estate, you are greeted with a magnificent 25 foot foyer with a wall of windows showcasing the property’s magnificent oak trees and an exceptional ocean view. You and your guests will relish in multiple group seating areas including a large living room, formal dining room, breakfast nook and outdoor dining space. Should you desire a moment of privacy, escape to one of the five spacious guests rooms in the main house and enjoy personal access to the veranda that surrounds the villa. Simply enjoy a moment of personal quiet, you can bask in the serenity of Villa Chula. The property features 5 bedrooms, 2 king and 2 queen, a bonus guest room, 4.5 bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, 3 fireplaces and 1 wood burning stove. You will marvel at the custom craftmanship that permeates every inch of the property: vaulted ceilings with an elaborate truss system; Saltillo tile floors, solid Mahogany and Oak doors, handcrafted handrails, light fixtures and chandeliers. As you wake up each morning, you will need to pinch yourself to remind you this is all real, you are not in Tuscany but just minutes from amazing wineries, beaches , lake and restaurants.

When you are done wine tasting at the best vineyards of Edna Valley, no doubt you will enjoy sharing with your companions a spectacular evening of cooking, laughs and relaxation. During your visit, we know you will find it difficult to pull yourself away from the property. However, just know you are in close proximity to excellent dining, shopping and entertainment located at nearby Arroyo Grande (a 5 minute drive), Pismo Beach, Avila Beach and San Luis Obispo. Other amenities nearby include Costco, Whole Foods and Trader Joes in nearby San Luis Obispo or local options near Villa Chula at he nearby Arroyo Grande Village.

Property includes hi-speed internet, new stainless steel kitchen appliances, quartz kitchen countertops, all kitchen utensils, freshly refinished floors, oak encased windows and all the elegance of your personal Villa.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not for toddlers. There are many stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Arroyo Grande

Located in Arroyo Grande, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. 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 and Avila Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alex G. Spanos Stadium or Robert A. Mott Athletics Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Arroyo Grande, CA

What's nearby

  • Pismo Preserve - 8 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Pismo State Beach - 11 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 16 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bill's Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Chula : An Elegant Mountaintop Estate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Chula : An Elegant Mountaintop Estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Chula : An Elegant Mountaintop Estate?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Chula : An Elegant Mountaintop Estate located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Timbre Winery Tasting Room, Phantom Rivers Wine and Heritage House Museum and Gardens. Swinging Bridge and A Sweet Shoppe Named Desire are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vic R.

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

Excellent stay

Amazing nice place with breathtaking views. Seemed like a castle out of a movie!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the grounds. Saw many deer. The house was well equipped and clean. Location was great to get to ocean or SLO!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect house for our annual Girls Get Away Weekend. The views were amazing. The kitchen and dining area was perfect for socializing. The living room very comfortable. And again the views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

Spectacular Place

Very special location, views and home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda c.

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

Beautiful Villa

We have a great time, enjoy the villa, breathtaking view ! Lots of things to do nearby!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia M.

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

Great family vaca

Beautiful Spanish castle-like home with great views. Perfect for our family get away for our ages 9-70. :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Perfect Family Wedding

Beautiful villa perfect for a wedding weekend in SLO. Stunning views, plenty of space, and beautifully decorated. So close to SLO and Pismo Beach. The hosts were great! Weekend was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramchandra K.

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

Beautiful villa wit incredible views!

It is a beautiful hill- top villa with incredible views of sunrise, sunset, and ocean. The location is perfect to visit beaches, lakes, and wineries, all within 15 minutes of driving. The villa is spacious and it easily accommodated our family of 10.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh M.

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

Stop looking and book this house!

The check in instructions were super easy to follow. The house as such is beautiful with large rooms to gather around. The bedrooms were very comfortable, plenty of pillows, towels, utensils in the kitchen etc. We had a couple of days of rain it felt like we were up in the clouds. The views on clear days is spectacular. We would like to do a return trip during summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim I., Fresno

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

A Magical Villa

The Villa was truly a magical place. There were beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Deer were eating right at the drive way some mornings. There were 11 adults 4 couples and 3 singles, each couple had their own bedroom and bathroom so there was never any waiting to get ready. The outdoor seating was wonderful adding to the living space. We were celebrating a 60th Birthday and I am sure we will remember our stay at the Villa.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feels like you are in an italian villa with incredible views all around. Amazing place. Lots of space. Some small issues that they were very quick in responding to. I do recommend replacing blowdryers so one in every bathroom ( apparently some were stolen by previous renters), otherwise this is an incredible place. Strongly recommend it . The kitchen was well equipped, better than most, which we really appreciated.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Most beautiful villa

Beautiful, clean, well equipped, safe, endless views, wonderful, centrally located, comfortable beds, most lovely home! Look no farther.. this home is so great! If we had any questions they were answered quickly. They also gave great advice on how to get places in the near by area quickly and efficiently. We will come back here again and again. Pismo beach is 12 minutes away and downtown SLO is about 15.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bob S.

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

Grad weekend

All good - no blinds on windows - hard to sleep inBed in "wine room" is a pull out sofa
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MattHannah

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was such a wonderful stay on this property. Great views, clean, and great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Wedding Party

Incredible property!! Appreciated this beautiful home, spacious, well equipped & appointed interior-including the gorgeous plants & trees located throughout, lovely grounds, proximity to beach & golf course, plus easy, prompt communication with property manager. Highly recommend this villa!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Terri S.

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

Great house!

We enjoyed our stay at this amazing home. The only item to be aware of is there is only one tv, and the gathering space didn’t have enough seating for our family. It was fine, we brought chairs in from other rooms to accommodate everyone. Other than that, the home was beautiful, and the views were amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

On Top Of The World

The Villa was absolutely beautiful. It was exactly what we were looking for and very close to the location of the wedding we were attending. The description was accurate and we did see deer and turkeys from the many balconies.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Garrett M.

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

Overall good, but had some significant issues

I'd like to preface this by saying that the property was absolutely gorgeous, well-kept, and comfortable. However, we had some plumbing issues, without which, this review would easily be 5-stars. The second night of our stay, one of the showers sprung a leak behind the wall and would not turn off. We contacted the owner (Phil) promptly and he responded promptly, assisting us in turning off the water to the house so repairs could be made. The owner's solution to the problem was to have his neighbor (a retired plumber) diagnose and fix the leak. Normally this would not be a problem, but the neighbor (a very sweet elderly man), had extreme difficulty moving around the property due to his age and physical ailments. Between the neighbor diagnosing the problem, going to the store to buy parts, then fixing the issue, our group was without running water for nearly an entire day and our plans were impacted. To add to this, the handle of the toilet in the same bathroom broke, which resulted in the toilet flooding the bathroom floor before we caught it. These plumbing issues were no one's fault, but they did seriously impact our experience as we were without running water for nearly an entire day. Because of this, I tried reaching out to the owner after our stay to ask if he would consider reducing the cost of one of the nights due to the problems we faced. Unfortunately, I did not receive a response, which was quite disappointing and off-putting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Magical place

This property is exactly as described and then some. Perfect for large groups, well appointed home with lots of space and views to die for!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave G.

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

Great time

Beautiful place. Most elegant spot we have ever stayed
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

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

Great

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel M.

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

A Place to Remember

As a group of all adults this is a great place to stay. The views are amazing and there is plenty of space for your group to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Navin G.

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

Memorable stay

It was a 10/10 on all aspects of stay. Thank you Phillip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Simply Stunning

This villa is spectacular. The view is incredible. The accommodations were beautiful. Communication was prompt and helpful. We had an amazing time celebrating our student's CalPoly graduation with a private area away from the busy-ness of SLO. It was a much appreciated retreat that helped make our weekend even more memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Afshan T.

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

SLO Thanksgiving

We had a lovely trip. We would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Cane

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Why they chose this property

Unique beautiful serene quiet yet close to beach, lake , retaurants, Village, shopping and San Luis Obispo

What makes this property unique

Dramatic views, surrounded by nature and elegant furnishings.
Be in a peaceful quiet mountaintop villa surrounded by oak trees yet close to the ocean , lake, restaurants and shopping.. The property is monitored by a security system.

Languages:

English, Spanish