Amazing Ampersand on Parkhill -
About this house rental
Open the front door to discover the surprise of an art-filled retreat — cozy, airy and visually stunning. Perched on the flank of Cambria’s Park Hill, this light-filled refuge is close enough to the ocean that you can see and hear the distant waves crashing on Moonstone Beach. You are just up from Shamel Park, a few blocks from the expansive trails of Fiscalini Ranch and a 15-minute walk from the shops and restaurants of West Village. This home is ideal for a romantic weekend for two, a solo writing retreat, or a fun getaway for family and friends. The open-plan house is surrounded by green space on all sides, making it a quiet refuge with views of the ocean, pine trees, and coastal hills through the many windows. You can also see a huge expanse of stars through oversized skylights. The large deck is perfect for morning tea, afternoon reading or sunset viewing after a day of wine tasting in nearby Paso Robles or a tour of Hearst Castle in San Simeon. Each of the two small bedrooms has a queen bed and bathroom/shower. Two comfy air mattresses with linens are also available. The house is equipped with a well-stocked kitchen, a nice upright piano, WiFi, TV with DVD, many books and a stereo. This property is pet-friendly. Steep Driveway. Enter driveway on the far left side of-which is not very steep - and either park in front of outdoor table or angle into carport. TOT#6004416
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for pets
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more
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Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(87 Reviews)
5.0
Lovely and very clean. Well stocked kitchen and nice beds. The view makes this place perfect and the butterflies, wild turkeys and daily visits by a young buck in the yard puts this place over the top. Would return for sure.
3.0
Great place to perch for a short stay as we toured through the area visiting Hearst Castle. Only thing missing was a hair dryer…….
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property.
4.0
The location and ocean view from the deck were stunning😎 The sky at night was beautiful! Lots of birds and wildlife.
The beds were okay, kitchen well equipped! Our only comments would be way two many personal items left on the property including a piano.
We would recommend limiting the personal items and situating the living room taking in the view with a nice flat screen tv.
Still a great stsy😎
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My husband and I stayed at Ampersand 1 week with our 2 small dogs. It was almost perfect for us. Close to the beach, nice view and privacy. No direct neighbors so it felt very private (which was great because there are a lot of windows & skylights). Nicely equipped, comfy beds and bed linens, tons of books and CD's, interesting artwork & decor (I'm gonna call it higher end hippy). The only negatives for me; 1) no yard (hillside lot) but it does have a nice deck, 2) no tub, but the primary bedroom has a very spacious shower. We did attempt to BBQ, but the Weber wouldn't get hot enough - needs a good cleaning. I didn't realize this home is only 898 square feet - you would never know it. Very well laid out. Highly recommend and we will definitely be back.
3.0
The property was very clean, but even though we had seen the pictures we did not realize how cluttered it was until we actually got there. Knick knacks and pictures everywhere. It felt like we were staying in a clean hoarder’s house. The queen mattress on the king bed frame left us both with a few shin bruises when getting in bed. We can say the kitchen was well stocked and, again, the house was clean. But way too claustrophobic for us.
5.0
Rating Details:
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Met our high expectations.
5.0
My wife and I caught up with another couple we havent seen in a while. The kitchen is well stocked to cook in the home. Beautiful view of the ocean and lots of artwork in the home. Would stay again.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house is full of natural light with the skylights, and the windows. We enjoyed our stay very much. The house has everything you need, plus walking distance to the beach, or to town. Looking forward to coming back. We love Cambria, and getting lost in the antique stores in town.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Just right for a weekend trip. Everything was good - cute house, well equipped kitchen, great view. I'd certainly recommend Ampersand.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice place with good ocean view. Very quiet and peaceful. Needs some furniture updates. Couch and chair were very uncomfortable. Overall this house is awesome
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our fifth stay at Ampersand, always for two weeks or more. The ideal getaway for two people with an exceptional layout and views of the ocean from all rooms and the deck. An easy walk into town or to the beach. The waves lull you to sleep at night and there is an amazing amount of natural light during the day. We have stayed at other houses in Cambria in the past but they are no comparison to Ampersand!
5.0
The house was great! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
5.0
We loved everything about this property, from contact-less check in to all the details in the house to the easy check out. The only caveat at all is the very steep, short driveway; no issues, but my wife let me park the cars, haha.
5.0
This lovely home was absolutely wonderful for my husband and I and our two dogs! It was very comfortably and the location was great . Easy walk or drive to the beach/ocean and the view from the windows and balcony of the ocean was delightful. A very pleasant surprise was waking up in the middle of the night to see the stars! It was breathtaking. I would highly recommend this property and we can not wait to return!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful time walking down to Moonstone Beach and gathering beautiful moonstones! Walks on Fiscalini ranch were great fun! The view of the ocean was lovely. My only complaint was the furniture in living room should be arranged so you could enjoy the views!The neighbors were friendly and the neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. We would definitely stay again.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Pictures do not do this wonderful home justice. Great location to walk to Moonstone or the Ranch trails. Comfy beds, very well stocked kitchen, fantastic views. Just a wonderful place to stay!
5.0
This is a very tasteful and arty little cottage with a great view down to the coast. Nice sun deck and shade seating out by front door. Nice, clean, and wonderful art throughout. Definitely would stay again.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great rental experience. Scenic Coast very professional and easy to work with. I have rented this house a couple of times from Scenic Coast. It is a charming home perfect for a couple. New owner has decorated the home very artistically. Love the changes, done very nicely. Comfortable and great location in great neighborhood.
5.0
Quiet, Comfortable Home with Ocean View
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved our stay in Cambria! The house was perfect for our family and was clean, quiet and comfortable -- well-furnished and stocked with amenities. The artistic decor from around the world was inspiring! It was a great location walking distance to the beach, boardwalk and town. The oceanview deck is among the treetops so bird watching was amazing, as was star gazing on clear nights. It worked very well for our needs. Easy contactless check-in/check-out process.
5.0
Quiet, Comfortable Home with Ocean View
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved our stay in Cambria! The house was perfect for our family and was clean, quiet and comfortable -- well-furnished and stocked with amenities. The artistic decor from around the world was inspiring! It was a great location walking distance to the beach, boardwalk and town. The oceanview deck is among the treetops so bird watching was amazing, as was star gazing on clear nights. It worked very well for our needs. Easy contactless check-in/check-out process.
5.0
We Love Ampersand
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have stayed in many rental houses in Cambria over the years and Ampersand is our favorite. It is in a quiet neighborhood with a great deck and lovely views of the mountains and ocean. The kitchen is well-stocked, the house is very nicely furnished, beds are supremely comfortable - everything is just exactly right!
5.0
Very peaceful. Beautiful home and loved sitting on the balcony listening to the waves and the birds.
5.0
Clean, bright and lots of fun art to look at. Loved the view from the deck and bedrooms. Beware of the steep driveway!
5.0
Lovely Getaway
Rating Details:
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our second stay at Ampersand and we love this house. However, the bed in the second bedroom is absolutely unusable. It's very uncomfortable and creeks loudly every time you roll over. Time for a new mattress.
5.0
Fantastic view
Very peaceful. Beautiful home and loved sitting on the balcony listening to the waves and the birds.
5.0
Nice relaxing stay. Had deer wandering on the hillside with the ocean in the background.
Clean, bright and lots of fun art to look at. Loved the view from the deck and bedrooms. Beware of the steep driveway!
5.0
Great place to stay in Cambria
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Spent a four-day weekend in Cambria and this was the perfect place to do that. Awesome view of Moonstone Beach. The house was very nice very well set up and the bed was comfortable. Really enjoyed sitting having our morning coffee watching the fog rise and having that awesome view. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
This house is perched over trees and a beautiful view of the ocean. Even better is the view of the night sky from the large windows in every room. It is extremely clean and comfortable. The deck is a great place to visit during the warm afternoon. Perfect size for 3-4 people; spacious yet intimate. The decor is beautiful and the art interesting. You can walk to the beach. We’ll be back!!
5.0
Very clean, well kept up and comfortable. Nice quiet neighborhood and privacy.
5.0
Perfect Perch
This house is perched over trees and a beautiful view of the ocean. Even better is the view of the night sky from the large windows in every room. It is extremely clean and comfortable. The deck is a great place to visit during the warm afternoon. Perfect size for 3-4 people; spacious yet intimate. The decor is beautiful and the art interesting. You can walk to the beach. We’ll be back!!
5.0
Awesome Place
Very clean, well kept up and comfortable. Nice quiet neighborhood and privacy.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This beautiful home is well situated. It’s surrounded by foliage, frequently visited by birds, deer, and such. It has a wonderful view of the ocean, and a deck that facilitates the viewing and enjoyment of the outdoors. The home was clean and comfortable, which is all that we needed to enhance our Cambria stay.
5.0
Wonderful Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This beautiful home is well situated. It’s surrounded by foliage, frequently visited by birds, deer, and such. It has a wonderful view of the ocean, and a deck that facilitates the viewing and enjoyment of the outdoors. The home was clean and comfortable, which is all that we needed to enhance our Cambria stay.
5.0
The property was cozy and comfortable. We will come back again.
5.0
Family fun
The property was cozy and comfortable. We will come back again.
5.0
Lovely Getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is a beautiful, art filled home, to relax in. Large windows and sky lights flood the house with natural light. In addition to seeing the waves breaking in the distance, we watched birds and deer daily through the windows. For those who enjoy cooking their own meals, the kitchen is well supplied. The beds in both rooms are more than comfortable and the furnishings in the master are beautifully appointed, the adjoining master shower is huge. Although the "guest" shower is somewhat smaller, it is no less generous and ample.
One note to mention is the driveway is rather steep and difficult to back out of.
Otherwise, this is a rental we cannot wait to return to.
One note to mention is the driveway is rather steep and difficult to back out of.
Otherwise, this is a rental we cannot wait to return to.
5.0
Beautiful views and a nice quiet location.
5.0
This was our first getaway in years, and we decided to take advantage of our son's fall break to enjoy ourselves. The house is in a great location, with a beautiful view and well maintained interior. We appreciated how well stocked the supplies were, and the beds were very comfortable to climb into at the end of the day. Literally our only (minor) complaints would be the super soft water pressure, and that the windows facing the water in the bedrooms didn't have screens. I imagine they made that choice intentionally to preserve the view, though.
5.0
I booked this house because of its proximity to a location where the rest of my family was staying for a birthday celebration. I wanted my own space, quiet, and privacy, but to be close enough to be able to walk over to their place.
I would absolutely stay here again. I loved all of the windows and skylights for tons of natural lighting, the bed and linens were super comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked, the views were great with empty lots on all three sides, making it feel spacious and more private. And I loved the eclectic collection of art and books! This really felt like the vacation home of an interesting, intelligent, well-traveled person and not something soulless with hotel-quality decor.
I loved seeing the stars at night in bed, thanks to the skylight in the bedroom I used. I also liked being able to hear the sound of the ocean waves, too.
I'd recommend it for couples or two friends, only because the available space for dining isn't very large. That was no issue for me staying here on my own, though. The driveway was a little challenging but thankfully there wasn't much traffic on the road to hinder me from getting my car out when I needed to.
The next time I plan a trip to Cambria, I will definitely check if this property is available.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Cambria?
The average price for a rental in Cambria is R 4,163 per night. This rental is R 56 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Amazing Ampersand on Parkhill -. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Amazing Ampersand on Parkhill - pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Amazing Ampersand on Parkhill -?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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