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LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown

Family-friendly holiday home in San Luis Obispo

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Vista house!
This is YOUR world class view!
Warm and comfortable living room
Vista House - Indoor / Outdoor Living. Take in the view!
Fully equipped kitchen to cook a gourmet meal.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
  • Place, Avila Hot Springs
  • Place, Cuesta College
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown

Relax, recharge and escape to this luxurious retreat experience in paradise.

Best view in SLO (15 minutes to downtown): Pictures don’t do justice to the unforgettable mountain top views of the Pacific Ocean, Seven Sisters (extinct volcanoes), rolling hills, mountains, valleys and flickering lights of San Luis Obispo. You can get to know the property at @visitvista and check out @bourbonandcider (your four legged Golden Retriever Assistant Hosts - we post our adventures daily! :). We are pet friendly.

Live Streaming View Cam : video.nest.com/embedded/live/2tkQBg6Tcj?autoplay=1

The exceptional 8-acre mountain top property (halfway between SF and LA) has two bedrooms, chef’s kitchen and a large, elegantly appointed bathroom. Indoor areas transition seamlessly into outdoor living and dining spaces through French doors and large windows. The large 500 square foot private deck provides a comfortable place to read, relax or dine (BBQ equipped) while taking in the commanding views. There is a ramp outside and one step inside making it good for disabled people.

Appointed with premium fixtures, furniture, amenities and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout. Complimentary onsite electric car (Tesla, etc) charging station. Fully equipped kitchen. This dedicated vacation rental is professionally cleaned (fresh linens, towels, etc.) and a hotel quality experience awaits your arrival. Accommodates up to six guests, with four being ideal.

The grounds feature complimentary fresh eggs from the chicken coop and seasonal vegetables from our raised beds, gardens, koi pond, "Walter's" tortoise habitat and an incredible vista of wildlife, particularly birds and raptors who are at eye level.

We are on the famous Pacific Coast Highway (Hwy. 1). The coastal retreat halfway between LA and SF. Our road (Prefumo Canyon) turns into See Canyon and leads to Avila Beach. There is a short 15 minute scenic drive to downtown SLO (Thursday Night Farmer’s Market, restaurants, nightlife etc.) and beautiful Avila Beach (spectacular beach, pier, shops, wineries, etc). Famous Avila and Sycamore Mineral Springs offer a therapeutic experience in a group setting or privately in secluded tubs set amongst the tree-canopied hillside. You are in a serene and peaceful setting, but not too far from all the action!

Vista House is hard to leave once you arrive, with wonderful hikes, incredible natural surroundings and bountiful wildlife. Stock up at the Whole Foods, Sprouts or Costco at the bottom of the hill and settle in for a memorable experience!

Ryan (Bourbon and Cider)

Check out:

House Features:

- Baby-friendly
- Pet-friendly
- Best views in SLO!
- 12 minutes to SLO or Avila
- INTERNET is Robust: Speeds are at least 100 Mb/s down and 30 Mb/s up with low latency. 1. Ranch Wifi Static 2. STARLINK. Access Points are located throughout providing full coverage.
- 3 ROKU Smart TV's (Living Room + Bedrooms)
- DIRECTV (175+ Channels) with HBO and Showtime
- Netflix + Max + Hulu Plus + YouTube + Peacock
- Cold Mitsubishi Air Conditioning
- TESLA Charging Station (complimentary)
- Private parking lot

Two Spacious Bedrooms:

- King bedroom sets
- Plush 14-inch Gel Memory Foam Mattresses
- Luxurious shredded memory foam pillows
- Premium bedding and linens (Fresh & Clean)
- Smart TV’s
- Vaulted ceilings, large windows and natural light
- Ample clothing storage with cabinets and mirrors

Living Room:

- Comfortable leather sofa-sleeper
- Smart TV

Kitchen:

- Chef’s kitchen
- Fully appointed with premium stainless steal appliances (oven, fridge, microwave and dishwasher)
- Bonavita drip coffee (Beans, grinder & filters), Keurig (k-pods), French Press
- All amenities to prepare gourmet meals
- Four leather barstools

Bathroom:

- Incredible walk-in rain shower with water wand
- Shower benches
- In-floor heating
- Fogged glass
- Double vanity with full mirrors
- Water closet.

Deck

- Weber BBQ
- Six person dining table
- Queen size daybed

Property:

- 8 acre property
- Raised vegetable beds
- Chicken Coop
- Sulcata tortoise habitat ("Walter the Tortoise")
- Koi Pond
- Two large ponds on lower property
- Hiking routes out the front door
- Enjoy a meal at the garden dining table
- Unique sunsets
- Always above the clouds

Surrounding Area:

10 minutes:
- Apple tasting and a winery on our road offering fun little excursions
- Hiking in the Irish Hills nature preserve

15 Minutes:
- San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly, Thursday Farmer’s Market, wineries, etc.)
- Avila Beach (Beach activities, fresh seafood, dining, wine tasting, etc.)

30 minutes:
- ATV’ing in Pismo Beach Dunes
- Montana D’Oro State Park (great hiking and surfing)

45 minutes:
- Wine Tasting in Paso Robles
- Hearst Castle and Big Sur

Features:

- The Best view in SLO County!
- Luxury Accommodations
- 15 minutes to SLO or Avila
- High Speed Wifi with 3 flatscreen Smart TV’s
- Indoor / Outdoor eating spaces
- Raised garden beds & Henhouse (complimentary vegetables & eggs)
- Hotel Experience – Very clean, fresh linens and towels

Accommodations:

- Accommodates 6
- 2 large bedrooms with king beds
- 1 Queen Sized Sleeper Sofa in Living Room

Pricing:

Basic (2 people): $275/night
Cleaning Fee: $75/trip
Extra people: $50/person/night after 2 guests
Infants under 18 mos. $25/infant/night
Dogs: $25/dog/night
Deposit: NO DEPOSIT

* No access to steam room functions
* Two car MAXIMUM unless otherwise arranged (private and secure parking lot)

This is a special place to fine tune your physical and mental health with family and friends amongst the ocean, mountain, valley and city vistas. The views from the top of the mountain are truly unforgettable. Vista House is an inclusive place which we have priced to be accessible for everyone, we operate at full occupancy and it’s our goal to provide positively memorable experiences for all who visit us. We appreciate if you chose to be our guest and we not take your visit for granted.

Sincerely,

Ryan (Bourbon and Cider)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 1:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Gatherings considered, check with host (Ryan) :)
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 5 total)
Dogs are allowed $25 per dog / night
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No Smoking Indoors No Loud Parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Note from host: Gatherings considered, check with host (Ryan) :)
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Luis Obispo

Located in San Luis Obispo, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Avila Hot Springs and Pismo Beach Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Avila Beach and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Luis Obispo, CA

What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 23 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 23 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Fremont Theater - 24 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Avila Hot Springs - 25 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Cuesta College - 26 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 23 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Slo Ranch Market - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 5 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Montaña de Oro State Park, Irish Hills Natural Reserve, and Laguna Lake Park. San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 465 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 465 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RAQUEL S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and incredibly relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was as described, views were breathtaking, and tesidence was private. All spaces were clean, balcony was super and kitchen provided everything. Great location central to everywhere. Host was accessible and super. Hope we can schedule again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

marnell l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aerie mountain top retreat just what we needed to re energize. Very calm and quiet. Comfortable an well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view and hospitality was amazing! We really enjoyed it! Ryan (and of course Cider and Bourbon) was a great host and gave us great tips on what to do while we were there! If we comeback to the area we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

anne p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ryan is a super kind and knowledgeable host Beautiful spot on top of perfumo canyon About 20min to slo 20min to Avila beach We love nature and critters. Doggies were awesome. Walter is cool. Saw lots of hawks owls deer. Ryan had some great recommendations for us and was very accommodating . Lovely unique spot
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy F.

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

Stunning view

Ryan's home is unbelievable! Seeing the valley from the vista house was unforgettable. A greeting from Bourbon and Cider also brought us much joy. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Scenic Getaway

Ryan is always nice and welcoming to all his guests, especially dogs lol. His goodies give an added charm as they greet you at the entrance with their waggy tails. This was our second year and it didn't disappoint with its views, hominess, and nature soundss. We have already booked for 2026. Our pups Love it so much and it allows us to get away from the fireworks during the 4th of July.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toya A.

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

Just what the doctor ordered

Had an amazing time at Vista House. The plan was to have a nice relaxing get away with my friend and dog, have some laughs and drink good wine. Ryan was a wonderful host. Responded to all of our questions and request in a timely manner. My dog enjoyed her daily visits from Cider and Bourbon loved exploring and sniffing out canyon. I look forward to returning again and will recommend to all of my friends.
Morning Walks
Visit from Bourbon
Evening Wine & View
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadia H.

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

Beautiful spot with amazing views to unwind

Nice and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

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

Outstanding location and wonderful host!

Was in town to spend time with friends, and the Vista House was the perfect rental spot for my friend and I. Our host, Ryan, was absolutely fantastic! Very hospitable, friendly and attentive. Plus, we got a morning greeting from Ryan’s dogs, which was a welcomed surprise! We’re definitely booking this spot again the next time we’re in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

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

Wonderful retreat space

A beautiful view and comfortable stay for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Layla M.

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

Best stay ever!

Host was very communicative from the beginning. He greeted us upon arrival and gave us a quick tour of the place. We were also welcomed by his two sweet golden retrievers. Both the home and the views were absolutely stunning. We felt like we were on a castle in the clouds. My son had an amazing time as well, one he will always remember between spending time with Walter the tortoise to meeting the chickens in the chicken coup. Wish we could have stayed longer. We will definitely visit again! Thanks for our wonderful stay, Ryan!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Lovely place

Road to get up the hill is in less than ideal shape, but the view when you get there is worth it. The dogs are very friendly and will beg for (provided) treats. Kitchen is very nice, bathroom huge and modern, bedrooms very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay at Vista House. Ryan couldn't have been friendlier. He was there to greet us and orient us to our surroundings. The view was spectacular and it was very quiet to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria E.

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

Great Vacation Spot!

My husband and I stayed here for a nice honeymoon. The place is so nice and the view was beautiful! Ryan (Bourbon and Cider) were great hosts. They greeted us to make sure we knew where to go and gave us great tips on places to try around. The place was super clean and was stocked with everything we needed. If we had any issues Ryan was there to help us out quickly! We loved staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared P.

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

Amazing View!

Great views from this property. We loved our stay and have already recommended to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joni G.

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

Getaway with the bestie

We had a great stay, very quiet and pieceful, just what we needed. Host was great, very attentive but gave us space.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renae L.

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

Weekend getaway

We stayed for 2 nights and loved it. The property is perched on the hillside with views for days. Ryan is a great host that makes sure you have all you need. We will defiantly return. Thanks Ryan!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen D.

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

Expansive Vista

Vista House is extraordinary!!!!! A world away & at the same conveniently located with all amenities along with a wonderfull host.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent S.

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

Zen Vacation

Perfect place to detox from everyday life and re-center. Ryan was the ultimate host who provided excellent recommendations on places to visit and eat. We really enjoyed his company along with Bourbon, Cider and Walter the tortoise.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami F.

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

Relaxing Getaway

The rental was fantastic! It had everything we needed in a relaxing and gorgeous environment . We didn’t want to leave! Ryan was extremely responsive and welcoming. We loved be around the animals and watching the beautiful sunsets!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catharine B.

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

Incredible

Ryan, Bourbon and Cider were excellent hosts. The property and views were incredible!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yoshikazu N.

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

Location and room and host is amazing

We very much enjoyed our stay and are amazed how great the location/view and room and Ryan and his family are!! Don’t know how to express and was like a dream. We will definitely come back again! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

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

Surreal view!

This place had the most amazing view that overlooked prefumo canyon. The place was well kept and had a nice deck you could enjoy the view from! The check in process was very easy as well! We really enjoyed our time here and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie E.

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

Awesome and Relaxing!

This little getaway is exactly what we needed. It's pup friendly and Bourbon and Cider did so good with our 8 month old puppy! Great view, amazing property, great accommodations! Ryan was super attentive and made the experience lovely! 10/10 will be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ryan, Bourbon and Cider

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Favorite things are our home and friends, especially Bourbon and Cider who are rescued Goldens and the sweetest dogs! We love visiting the local beaches, preparing meals and enjoying the other animals including Walter the Tortoise, Chickens and Koi.

Favorite place is Big Sur, movies at the Sunset Drive-In in SLO, when friends visit and preparing meals with vegetables from the gardens, local farm stands and farmer's markets.

We love to visit off the beaten path places, meet the locals and blend in. Favorite fancy place is Ventana in Big Sur.

We get excited when we get good reviews and positive comments at our VRBO's. We truly love the serenity and views here and are very happy to have the opportunity to share this place with travelers from around the world. We appreciate and do not take for granted that guests chose us, stay with us and like the experience.

We love serving guests, maintaining and improving the vacation rentals every day, helping others create, plan and execute new ideas, planning trips and getaways and purchasing unnecessary products, services and anything else they sell on Amazon Prime.

We are grateful for the gift of life Ryan received on November 2, 2015 when he was given a heart transplant. We enjoy the wonderful people who visit us.

Ryan (Bourbon and Cider)

Why they chose this property

Best all round vacation rental in SLO based on reviews (experience and rating). This is a countryside luxury escape with outstanding views on top of a mountain half way between LA and SF at the gates of the Pacific Highway through Big Sur and 10 minutes from SLO (Whole Foods, Costco, Bevmo, etc. Downtown, Farmer's Markets, Cal Poly, etc.) - Secluded and peaceful, close to SLO, unforgettable views, new luxury everything - Perfect.

What makes this property unique

Incredible memories. We appreciate your choice to stay with us, we don't take it for granted and will do what it takes to enhance your experience. We have a very high re-visit rate.

Languages:

French

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests