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Splendid Isolation! Dream Kitchen with Two Luxe Suites, on 2+ acres near town
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10 out of 10
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2 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 6 185.8 sq m
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Paso Robles, CA
- Firestone Walker Brewing7 min drive
- Vina Robles Winery and Amphitheater8 min drive
- Sensorio9 min drive
- San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Barn Suite
1 King Bed
Oak Suite
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Barn Suite
Toilet · Shower only
Oak Suite
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Powder Room
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Splendid Isolation! Dream Kitchen with Two Luxe Suites, on 2+ acres near town
Refugio is a contemporary Spanish-style guesthouse, a peaceful retreat, and a place to wind down at magic hour. Refugio boasts two state-of-the-art suites, each with private deck and fire-pit (and mini-bar). Indulge your inner chef in the fully-equipped teaching/catering kitchen and expansive patio overlooking two and a half acres of pasture, with two 300-year-old oak trees.
The two completely separate and private suites at Refugio can comfortably accommodate one or two single(s), one or two couple(s), and family or professional groups. The lounge area of the kitchen/studio boasts a queen-sized pull out sofa equipped with lush linens and pillows; a folding carved wooden room-divider provides added privacy.
Sheets are Italian, wi-fi is strong, and bathrooms boast heated tile floors, comfy bathrobes and lush towels, locally-sourced products, and high-end fixtures.
You will not find any televisions here. Instead, the Oak Suite has a huge oval bathtub and wood-burning fireplace; the Barn Suite a spacious, double-headed shower, large and sheltered deck, and a wall paneled with old barn wood.
We have been long-time renters on VRBO, and always looked for homes with two equal suites, so we created the ultimate two-suite home, and threw in total luxury and complete privacy for each suite. A complimentary bottle of Paso Robles wine awaits you at this 'Bed and Bottle' in Wine Country.
Parties:
Without prior approval, gatherings of more than 12 persons, children included, will not be permitted. With prior approval and depending on the type of gathering, additional fees/event contract may apply and may include stipulations regarding noise, shut-down time, responsible trash removal etc.
Pet Policy:
We love dogs and have had virtually no problems welcoming them to Refugio. There is a maximum weight limit of 50 lbs total, and a fee of $60 per dog. Please do not leave your dog unattended in the house unless he or she is in a crate, and please be sure they do not get onto any furniture or beds. Thank you for taking your pet out into the pasture to relieve themselves rather than staying close to the house, to avoid smells.
There is a back-up generator that will automatically provide power to the whole property in the event of a temporary electrical grid shut-off.
The two completely separate and private suites at Refugio can comfortably accommodate one or two single(s), one or two couple(s), and family or professional groups. The lounge area of the kitchen/studio boasts a queen-sized pull out sofa equipped with lush linens and pillows; a folding carved wooden room-divider provides added privacy.
Sheets are Italian, wi-fi is strong, and bathrooms boast heated tile floors, comfy bathrobes and lush towels, locally-sourced products, and high-end fixtures.
You will not find any televisions here. Instead, the Oak Suite has a huge oval bathtub and wood-burning fireplace; the Barn Suite a spacious, double-headed shower, large and sheltered deck, and a wall paneled with old barn wood.
We have been long-time renters on VRBO, and always looked for homes with two equal suites, so we created the ultimate two-suite home, and threw in total luxury and complete privacy for each suite. A complimentary bottle of Paso Robles wine awaits you at this 'Bed and Bottle' in Wine Country.
Parties:
Without prior approval, gatherings of more than 12 persons, children included, will not be permitted. With prior approval and depending on the type of gathering, additional fees/event contract may apply and may include stipulations regarding noise, shut-down time, responsible trash removal etc.
Pet Policy:
We love dogs and have had virtually no problems welcoming them to Refugio. There is a maximum weight limit of 50 lbs total, and a fee of $60 per dog. Please do not leave your dog unattended in the house unless he or she is in a crate, and please be sure they do not get onto any furniture or beds. Thank you for taking your pet out into the pasture to relieve themselves rather than staying close to the house, to avoid smells.
There is a back-up generator that will automatically provide power to the whole property in the event of a temporary electrical grid shut-off.
Property manager
Brigit Binns
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Not suitable for young or active children.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Extra fee applies. Please inquire for full policy.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking property due to severe fire hazards.
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Paso Robles
Located in Paso Robles, this holiday home is in the city centre. Paso Robles History Museum and Studios on the Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mission San Miguel and Rios-Caledonia Adobe. Paso Robles Children's Museum and Ravine Waterpark are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.

Paso Robles, CA
What's nearby
- Paso Robles Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Firestone Walker Brewing - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
- Ravine Waterpark - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
- Vina Robles Winery and Amphitheater - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
- Sensorio - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- The Full Belly Deli - 3 min drive
- Paso Robles Country Club - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Taco Bell - 5 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Brigit Binns

She: Author of 29 cookbooks, many of them for Williams-Sonoma; cooking teacher, cult blogger, world-traveler. Most recent book: 'Sunset's Eating Up the West Coast: The Best Road trips, restaurants and recipes from California to Washington.'
He: Constantly-working actor (including four years on Star Trek: DS9), director, teacher at The New School for Drama. In 2011 he gained fame and notoriety as 'Paso Wine Man' in an irreverent series of videos promoting the Paso Robles win region.
Both: Dog-lovers.
He: Constantly-working actor (including four years on Star Trek: DS9), director, teacher at The New School for Drama. In 2011 he gained fame and notoriety as 'Paso Wine Man' in an irreverent series of videos promoting the Paso Robles win region.
Both: Dog-lovers.
Why they chose this property
I (Brigit) was born and raised in Southern California, but the land of my birth no longer exists. This sprawling state attracted too many people in search of the good life and, in most of the state, the weight of their needs has erased the dream they came to find.
It’s only in the center of the state, just a little too far for commuting—but close enough for luscious long weekend escapes—that my California lives on.
After decades in Spain, Italy, England, and the US Northeast, I have finally come home. Surrounded by the bucolic landscapes, rich resources, and the sensational wine of my new/old home state, my intention now is to cook, sip, and revel in the bounty of the central coast.
Refugio is the perfect combination of rural and urban, just close enough to all the excellent restaurants and diverse cultural and recreational activities downtown, yet quiet and peaceful. We are close to many wineries, golf courses, and all the many resources available in this rapidly growing wine country destination.
It’s only in the center of the state, just a little too far for commuting—but close enough for luscious long weekend escapes—that my California lives on.
After decades in Spain, Italy, England, and the US Northeast, I have finally come home. Surrounded by the bucolic landscapes, rich resources, and the sensational wine of my new/old home state, my intention now is to cook, sip, and revel in the bounty of the central coast.
Refugio is the perfect combination of rural and urban, just close enough to all the excellent restaurants and diverse cultural and recreational activities downtown, yet quiet and peaceful. We are close to many wineries, golf courses, and all the many resources available in this rapidly growing wine country destination.
What makes this property unique
We fell in love with this property because of the trees. Stately, 300-year-old oaks, tall and willowy eucalyptus, evergreens, and of course all the silver-sage olive trees.
I could sit on the old bench under the oak just outside the Oak Suite at Refugio, and often do. The guesthouse on the property, which later became Refugio House, spoke of possibilities to share my cooking skills with visitors to the special place. We could not resist.
The two-suite arrangement is ideal for two couples in search of total serenity and privacy (until magic-hour) and tasteful accommodation. The kitchen is, in a word, dreamy. If you don't wish to cook, our private chef, if available, can execute a seasonal, locally-sourced menu just for you, using recipes from one of my cookbooks.
I could sit on the old bench under the oak just outside the Oak Suite at Refugio, and often do. The guesthouse on the property, which later became Refugio House, spoke of possibilities to share my cooking skills with visitors to the special place. We could not resist.
The two-suite arrangement is ideal for two couples in search of total serenity and privacy (until magic-hour) and tasteful accommodation. The kitchen is, in a word, dreamy. If you don't wish to cook, our private chef, if available, can execute a seasonal, locally-sourced menu just for you, using recipes from one of my cookbooks.
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