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Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees.

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees.

When you book our cottage, you automatically have access to the ENTIRE cottage.

The Cottage has the main entrance on the lower floor that has one bedroom, one bathroom, and a kitchen (it has a hide-a-bed in the living room that can sleep up to 2). Also, a separate entrance on the 2nd floor that has a big open area that has one bathroom, a queen bed, a futon, a desk/office area, flat screen tv, and an upper deck with a small table and chairs.

Secluded, romantic, and relaxing Cambria guest cottage nestled in the Monterey pines of the esteemed Leimert Estates. This guest house sits on a hill above Moonstone Beach just east of Highway 1, which is just a 1-2 minute drive away. The property is privately surrounded by coast live oak and monterey pines, and yet nearby you will find yourself on the boardwalk of moonstone beach, and combing the sand for shells and moonstones.
Wood floors and cozy cabin like Interior will offer all the comforts of home. Large screen TV sits above the mantel over a cozy fireplace, surrounded by leather sleeper sofas. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you will need to cook your favorite meals. The kitchen is equipped with gas range and full stainless steel refrigerator along with granite countertops. There is a covered patio off the back along with a gas grill for you to enjoy the tranquil wildlife that pass by (deer and wild turkey) while listening to the distant waves of the ocean. The comfortable king-size memory foam bed along with premium linens will offer a restful night's sleep.
You will find this property to be the best deal in Cambria because of its beauty, and amazing location. This wonderful guest house is close to the beach and close to the quaint and idyllic downtown of Cambria as well as Hearst Castle and yet offers privacy and seclusion for a romantic and relaxing getaway.

Property manager

Owner/Manager

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 2,150 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Beautiful Cambria House
Beautiful Cambria House Above Moonstone Beach
Beautiful Cambria House Just Above Moonstone Beach

About the neighborhood

Map
Cambria, CA

What's nearby

  • Moonstone Beach Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Moonstone Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Leffingwell Landing - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Nitt Witt Ridge - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Spot - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Moonstone Beach Park and Moonstone Beach. Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve and Cambria State Marine Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Lovely Cottage just above Moonstone Beach in the Pines and Oak Trees. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet location in the country with peek views of ocean. Close to town. Be aware that T-Mobile has no coverage except when you are out in front of the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Allan M.

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

Fun Christmas Staycation in Cambria Pines

Great
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O.

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

Great times

Had a great time with the family. Property was quiet and we all enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carina M D.

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

Private and peaceful!

Private, with a great location, in a wonderful community of 5+ acre lots.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Steve C.

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

Cabin Getaway

The property location was beautiful! You feel like you're away from it all and yet the town is close by. The beaches are just a few minutes away.The cabin itself was just the right size for the two of us! It was clean and comfortable. Not all of the windows had blinds and that was a bit unsettling. Be prepared to bring your own soap, shampoo and Kleenex.Overall, we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

April C.

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

A forest stay in a cute beach town

This home stay was perfect. There’s something magical about the home and location. Thank you so much for having my family and I. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nan N.

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

Weekend getaway

Lovely, secluded location yet very close to town and beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo L.

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

Location!

This lovely cottage is situated near the beach and the nearest town, making it an ideal place to unwind and disconnect from the world
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penelope B.

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

Great location

Peaceful and private location that is close to beautiful local attractions/scenery. Great get-away!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie M.

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

Rest and Relaxation

My family had a great stay. Everything was clean and well kept with plenty of space for everyone. Ive been coming to Cambria and San Simeon since I was a little girl, and this place allowed me to enjoy the beautiful surroundings once again. We appreciate the communication with Karl as he was quick to respond with any questions and was clear on the simple check-in/check-out instructions. We would love to stay again. Thank you for opening up this space for others to enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Arlinda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic and beautiful

The setting is gorgeous. We saw deer close by every day. The rental unit was clean and well appointed. Only showers in both units, not a bathtub. Stone fireplace downstairs was beautiful. We wished we could have had a fire, but not allowed. Overall a very quiet and pleasant spot to unwind.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Perfect Cambria location!

We have stayed at Karl's cottage several times, and every time we've had a perfect stay. The location combines ease of access to the Moonstone Beach, Fiscalini (hiking), and downtown Cambria, but it's also in a quiet and beautiful spot where you can see wild turkeys and deer and have a view of the ocean peeping through the trees as well. My kids love the tire swing and tree swing and going on nature walks. And, the cottage is updated, clean, and beautiful. We recommend to anyone and hope to go back again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent L., Castro Valley, California

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

Great house!

This exquisite residence is nestled amidst natural surroundings, offering a serene and tranquil environment. In the mornings, we were graced with the sight of deer observing us, adding to the unique charm and beauty of the location. We love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

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

Great retreat!

This was a very nice place to stay. The location is excellent and great proximity to the local beaches and downtown Cambria. The place was clean and well-kept. Our kids loved roaming around the property amongst all the trees and wildlife. We look forward to staying there again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana P.

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

Peaceful weekend, great location

We had a great time at the cabin, would definitely go back! Bed was comfy, grounds were beautiful- enjoyed the deer visiting every day. A few minor suggestions, only one wine glass, we don't like to share! Could use a bigger coffee pot, only made two cups. Motion light switch in bathroom didn't work properly, stayed stuck on/off. Other than that it was perfect and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there, just what we needed. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephan B.

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

Rest & Relaxation

Responsive host, comfortable and well-equipped accommodations, and located near beautiful local attractions. Book it.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne H.

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

Private, great host and beautiful cottage

We were blown away by the property. Gated entrance, minutes from downtown and great appliances and furnishings. Perfect spot for a base camp to explore the area. We have usually stayed at hotels for our annual trip and have tried all the usual suspects, but this beats them all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded, private and pristine

This was an exceptionally nice place to stay in Cambria for our family of 5 (2 teens and a 6 yo). We were able to spend time together and in separate spaces, which was critical to the overall happiness levels on this trip. The only hiccups were that VRBO did not send the information to get into the gate and doors prior to our arrival; the Teflon cookware is pretty scratched up; and the windows and doors needed to be open while cooking or the fire alarm goes off. Overall a great place for our family to stay. There was even a resident tree frog, turkeys, deer, and woodpeckers, all to the delight of the kids. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lala K., Hermosa Beach

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

Beautiful

We had a beautiful stay .. the property is gorgeous, very comfortable and well appointed with lots of wild life (deer and wild turkey) to take in .. privacy is key for us so it was nice to have the property to ourselves .. nature can be viewed out of every window.. we look forward for the opportunity to stay here again in the near future:)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Perfect Cambria Retreat!

Karl’s cottage is a perfect blend of all things Cambria: close to the beach, hiking, the mountains, and town. We have stayed here a few times and recommend it to anyone, especially people with families and/or multigenerational or multiple groups who want some separation, as the upstairs is private and spacious and a great place for kids to play. Karl is also a wonderful and responsive host: we stayed during Thanksgiving and I forgot to bring a rolling pin, and he found one and brought it over for us. It’s a wonderful find!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

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

Off the beaten path

This property was just what we needed. A nice retreat yet close to Cambria town and near Moonstone beach. We saw deer wandering around and the smell of the trees was amazing. Lots of privacy here. The house was very clean and comfortable. Kitchen was big enough for our family of 5. We hope we can come back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Great place

The property was great. Had a bit of trouble getting into the front gate, the code was never given to us but we finally got in. When we got to the downstairs unit the fire/CO2 alarm was chirping with 'low battery.' Went to town, bought 2 new batteries, and it still chirped. So I unplugged it and the problem was solved. The owner wanted to reimburse me for the batteries but I said was ok. The location is great, close to town. You can walk to Moonstone Beach, but I'd recommend driving. The place was very clean and we look forward to going back sometime soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron T.

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

Very Serene

Great spot. Very quiet and peaceful. Place was very clean. We loved it here Two items that are fixable: 1. The overhead fire alarm went off each time we cooked except when the front door and sliding doors were wide open. 2. All the windows on the west side do not have covering. We covered the windows each evening for privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY A.

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

Quiet serene cabin

Read the listing carefully. This is an awesome little cabin built just right for two if you just rent the downstairs. If you want a bathtub it only comes with the upstairs room which you must contact the manager about and pay extra for. Also the upstairs room has to go outside to get down to main cabin area. These things aren’t well explained in the listing. (But I will admit I didn’t read it closely enough beforehand) Perfect, quiet location that we woke to deer outside almost every morning peacefully munching their way through the main house’s lawn. Serene little getaway that you will enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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

Coastal Getaway

Very cozy and clean cottage that was perfect for our family. Our two kids (4, 11) slept in the main room just fine and we had a bedroom to ourselves. The kitchen is well equipped and we cooked most of our meals inside. Best part of the property is the location. Very close to Moonstone Beach and tons of trails. We easily made it to Hearst Castle, Big Sur, Morro Bay, and Atascadero to name a few spots. The Moonstone Beach Bar and Grill is VERY family friendly and gave us a good meal out. The owners gave us plenty of privacy and only communicated the essentials, but made clear they were available in case of any needs. The place seems brand new and everything works fine so there was no need to contact them. Price wise, it seems like this is one of the better values in this region so close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023