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Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO

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Living area
Bathroom
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Place, Fremont Theater
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally located cottage in downtown SLO. The cottage is light and airy, with all the essentials minus the clutter. Bonus points if you find the original 1930’s milk door!

Great location for visiting Cal Poly; walking or biking to our town’s famous Thursday evening Farmer’s Market; or getting away for a long weekend of hiking, mountain biking or wine tasting (all within 10 minutes of the cottage).

The cottage is in close proximity to some great local coffee shops (Field Day and Skippers) and downtown restaurants. Easy bike ride into downtown or a 10 minute walk.

Get a good night’s rest on our new mattresses. Both rooms have blackout curtains and new bedding.

Can ride directly out to Poly Canyon/Stenner Creek mountain bike trails.

The dining area doubles as a work space with a small table and outlets nearby.

We purchased the cottage in 2013 and have been enjoying upgrading it while maintaining some of the original 1930’s charm.

We hope you enjoy your stay!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please throw away your leftovers and wash diishes and place in drying rack.
Please take out the trash and throw in gray can in driveway, recycling goes in blue can.
Please make sure fans, lights and AC are off and lock house upon leaving. Let us know if anything needs our attention or fixing. We strive to keep everything clean and in great order. Thank you!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
A pet fee of $100 per night will apply if there is evidence of pets being on the premises.

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

About the area

San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Avila Hot Springs and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. 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. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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San Luis Obispo, CA

What's nearby

  • Fremont Theater - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 2 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Lure Fish House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO located?

Situated in San Luis Obispo, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County Library and San Luis Obispo Superior Court. Fremont Theater and Dallidet Adobe and Gardens are also within 1 mile (2 km). San Luis Obispo Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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. 53 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shana O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was really cute, clean, and very conveniently located to the downtown area. It was easy to get anywhere. We really appreciated the chocolates left for us and the timely welcome and check in info.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in the cottage was comfortable and convenient for 3 adults. The location is wonderfully quiet while being close to Cal Poly and downtown. Street parking with lots of availability is another plus. Kitchen amenities are a bit limited but we primarily ate out so had no issues. We also appreciated having a later checkout. We would stay here again for our next SLO visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay and would return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2025
Thanks again for staying and being a great guest, Megan! We would be happy to have you back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage super close to Cal Poly campus and downtown SLO. Comfortable and perfect for our family of 4- had absolutely everything we needed or wanted.Will certainly stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication. Cute place. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2026
Thanks for being a great guest, Jeremy! Happy to have you back any time!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location- walk downtown or to Cal Poly. The house had everything we needed. Loved the bonus of fruit trees in the yard! Host was very responsive and gave us recommendations for restaurants and things to do in the area. Thank you for all- we had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Feb 2026
Thank you, Beth! It was a pleasure hosting you and Grace and I’m so happy you both had a nice time in the area! We hope to see you again sometime! All my best to you both!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cozy home walking distance to downtown SLO.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Nice place

Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was perfect for our week’s stay. It’s a beautiful, cozy space and in a fantastic location. We thought it might feel a bit busy being so close to Monterey but it was as quiet as could be. The lemon tree in the backyard was a bonus and I sliced fresh lemon for my water daily. We walked everywhere easily and parking was a non-issue. Amber was the perfect host. Can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jake B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a short visit. Clean and central. Modest kitchen and tight space but much more relaxing than a hotel. Definitely on the list for next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage for my family of four. Easy walk or drive to downtown. Parking on the street was never a problem, there was always room directly in front for both of our cars. We appreciated the well equipped kitchen. Communication with our host was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roman R.

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

Great spot to stay in SLO

This property is very well-maintained and close to downtown SLO. The owners were very easy to communicate with and answered all of our questions. Definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2024
Thanks, Roman! We really enjoyed having you as guests. Thanks for taking great care of the house during your stay. Look forward to hosting you again! Amber & Kevin
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Perfect Cottage

The cottage met and exceeded our expectations. It is in an amazing location as we bounced back and forth from Cal Poly and downtown. We felt very comfortable and relaxed in this cute, homey cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely cottage

Had a great time at the cottage on Palm. Host was very responsive, place is very comfortable and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabby V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great find. The location was prime. So close to everything. The host was incredibly accommodating and quick to respond. It was exactly what we needed. I would highly recommend this cute little place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

Property was super clean and exactly as pictured. Very comfortable bed. Easy access to restaurants and shopping. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2023
Thanks Deanna! We would be happy to host you again any time. Thanks for being an awesome guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Sweet cottage convenient to everything SLO!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this sweet cottage. The space was nicely decorated and had most everything we could need!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2023
Thanks Jennifer! Glad you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for leaving the place nice and neat. We’d be happy to host you and your family again any time. All the best!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great little cottage

We enjoyed our time here while moving our daughter into Cal Poly, hope to return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Great place to stay!

Our stay at Amber’s cottage was great! So convenient to downtown and Cal Poly campus. The clientele of the neighboring motel was a little sketchy at times but overall the area was safe and convenient. House was clean & comfortable. We had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vicki k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a charming cottage! Close to everything. Bed super comfy. Was amazed at how well you utilized every square inch. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

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

Absolutely darling home close to Downtown SLO!

What a charming, comfortable and well stocked home, in a great location! We loved our stay - felt very comfortable, clean, safe and just lovely! We walked to dinner, breakfast, coffee and downtown. We will be back! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marzia A.

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

Cute little cottage

Love our stay. Beautiful and clean place. Just how I expected. Planning to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable with all of the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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

Perfect

Very cute, comfortable and clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was lovely. The cottage is comfortable and has necessities (think coffee k cups, laundry detergent, shampoo/conditioner, brita water in fridge). We walked everyday to a couple of coffee shops. The neighborhood was quiet and seemed safe. Know that the bathroom is shared between the two bedrooms-not a big deal for us, but required some thought. We would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2025
Thanks for staying, Abby! We would be happy to have you all again. I am glad you enjoyed your time! Thank you for the review! :)

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