We had a great experience at the sand dollar. The house and property was very peaceful. The location is perfect and beautifu, right on the beach with a fire pit and chairs. We would definitely rent again. Our overall experience was 5 stars.

All 5 stars not because it’s new, it is old and funky but clean. Perfect for people watching, hanging at the fire pit, getting out on the Dunes which we did. Unit in front is a little close for my liking. If you come to stay inside and are fussy, go somewhere else. Come to have a good time and be out on the beach etc, fun place.

Our family enjoyed our visit to the Sanddollar over Labor Day weekend. The house is a bit quirky but what one would expect for a beach cottage. We really enjoyed the nightly fire pit out front, and convenient location to a few restaurants and general market for basics. Nell was a very communicative host, and was quick to respond to several of our inquiries. Ultimately, we would stay here again, but on not such a busy weekend as the automobile/trailer traffic on the beach was constant, and not very safe for our young children to be playing out front. **We have heard that the city is trying to put a stop to vehicle beach access within the next year or two...

We drove up from LA to celebrate my Mother’s 95th birthday. We wanted a place on the beach that was big enough to host a dinner with relatives that live in the area. Cozy Midcentury cottage with big deck and fire pit right on the beach, overlooking the ocean and nice courtyard with new gas grill in the front. We had a delightful time. Highly recommend.

We absolutely loved this place. From the retro entry that reminded me of the Three's Company apartment to the sand backyard three feet from the slider that provided breathtaking views and access to the beach. An absolute wonderful setting! We had a wonderful time and would absolutely book again.

What a unique gem! The layout was so roomy and comfy. Plenty of beds and seating for watching a movie. The fireplace was a added bonus! The location doesn't get any closer to the sand! The home was well stocked with plenty of plush towels and bedding and everything we needed to cook a wonderful meal while eating on the back porch with toes in the sand and the waves and sunset in plain sight! The owner was so kind and quick to help with anything we needed. Ample parking! ATV rentals for sand dunes 2 mins walk away. We will definitely be back! p.s. Our Dog loved it too!

Property was really run down. Bathrooms were dirty and showers with mold. Not quite 3 bedrooms. One was an adjoining closet. Super cramped

Family get together in this cottage at the beach, the sand is lovely and soft, perfect for little ones to build and dig. The distance from the public area allows family privacy. The house is an old fashioned cottage in the sand. Summery and fun for all. Good location.

Spent the first few days at the Seagull property then moved into the Sanddollar. We have stayed at the Sanddollar in the past and absolutely loved the views and proximity to everything. Nell is a wonderful host. Look forward to returning soon.

My family and I will definitely be coming back this place. My kids didnt want to leave. Would love to rent out both Sandollar and Seagull next year. Met the host and she was super nice. 5 out 5.

This quaint beach house was the perfect getaway for a girls trip. We enjoyed drinking our morning coffee on the deck while listening to the waves. Then we wound down our nights in the hot tub.

We super enjoyed our weekend in the 3 bedroom (Sanddollar) property on the beach. As some have said - it's a bit different (layout etc) but very clean and the location is great. We had fires in the firepit every evening, BBQ'd dinners and really got to relax. Thanks to Nell for such a great experience.

We super enjoyed our weekend in the 3 bedroom (Sanddollar) property on the beach. As some have said - it's a bit different (layout etc) but very clean and the location is great. We had fires in the firepit every evening, BBQ'd dinners and really got to relax. Thanks to Nell for such a great experience.

Very smooth process renting it

We had a nice stay. Location is great if you plan to ATV/ Dune buggy etc… in Oceano since the house is right at the entrance. Not a great location if you want to hang out on the beach of if you have young kids because of all the cars on the beach. The house had everything you could need and the intentions are good but the house is very old and the decor is in desperate need of updating. I love old things and live in a 1940 house but all the old furniture etc… makes the house look run down and dirty even though it was clean. Make sure you check out the pictures online and know what you are getting. Adjacency to beach is great, beach is beautiful and fire pit was nice. Nothing to do in Oceano except for off roading on beach but close to Pismo and other places for easy day trips.

This cozy beach home had everything we needed for our stay. Even though the first day was very windy and we mainly stayed in doors. The time spent here was great! The next was better weather and we enjoyed the day and evening on the beach. Will definitely stay again!

This is an amazing spot. Our whole family loved staying at this house right on the beach. It was perfect for our family of four.

We are pretty spoiled since we own a lux beach house in Costa Rica, but we LOVED Nell's beach house. It is nothing grand or fancy, but cute, cozy, and so close to the surf it is nearly buried in dunes. Location couldn't be better, 100 steps from the main vehicle entrance to the beach. Perfect getaway for a couple or a couple with 2 kids. The master bedroom is great, although the two other bedrooms are tiny and one is accessed from the other. Loved the big fireplace inside and firepit outside. Wish we could have stayed for a few seasons not just a few days...

A charming stay right on the beach near pismo. Could spend entire time there but so many beautiful places just a short drive away. Great home that was incredibly comfortable for our family. Definitely will return

We enjoyed our stay in this cozy house with all amenities you can expect. The house is right on the beach with great views. Neil is a great host. We will surely return back.

Second stay at this home. Location is amazing. Large outdoor patio with fire pit right on the beach!

Great views, right on the beach. Great owner/

Loved the location! One excellent bedroom! The other 2 bedrooms were very small and too close together!

My family and I had a great time in that little beach house. House was clean and cozy, feels like home. Beautiful view of the ocean. Great location. . Thank you. Marina

This was such a surprise! Right on the beach- couldn’t ask for a better view and sunsets. Lots to do, loved the fire pit and also so close to the dunes! Highly recommend!

We had a great time! November is the perfect time to go visit and go riding. Everyone we met was so nice and helpful. Will definitely be coming again

great little eclectic cottage on the beach. had a great time with the family, would definitely stay there again!

very cute beach house. great view.

We had a awesome time. Very comfortable

I have stayed here a few times with my care facility of adult residents. Nel is friendly, helpful and welcoming

Sand Dollar is located a stone’s throw from the entrance of Oceano/Pismo Beach Sand Dunes State Park, which makes this rental ideal for four-wheeling families, although check the beach website if that is your plan when renting because I understand there is a timeline for closing the beach to motor vehicles due to environmental concerns. Note that you share the area between your unit and the beach with the other renters in the adjacent unit so the sitting area just beyond the deck in front of your dining room window is actually reserved for the other rental. There is another patio table/chairs on the north end of the yard for your unit. The one-cook kitchen is well stocked with pots, utensils and plates and the vintage unit is decorated in a charming shabby chic style. We arrived on a sunny 83 degree day in late September, there was lots of beach traffic but it was very quiet in the rental, the sand dunes must act as a sound suppressor. We watched the beach police chasing down speeders and, sadly, a couple of ambulances racing down the beach so be wary if you are a walker…most beach drivers are very considerate but some are complete ***holes when it comes to pedestrians. Keep the kids and the dogs close by. There was an issue with the dog fee. Sand Dollar is listed as pet-friendly and we clearly stated during the booking procedure that we wanted to bring 2 pugs with us, each weighing about 15 lbs. We knew there was a fee and when we saw $150 charge for pets on our invoice, we thought we were covered. However, the owner contacted us on the second day of our three-day, two- night stay and told us that VRBO had made a mistake and the actual cost was $150 for EACH dog. She was willing to take a check or cash and could stop by to pick it up or we could leave on the counter when checking out (she contacted me through the VRBO app so I was pretty sure she was legit). I explained to her that we don’t carry checks much anymore and, cash-wise, we had not planned on this expense when we left home so I offered to venmo the money but she wasnt set up to accept venmo . Then I suggested we go through VRBO but apparently VRBO wants any additional charges to be handled by the owner. I offered to mail a check but at that point, she said not to worry, it was her mistake not noticing earlier that we were bringing 2 dogs, so she would forgo the $150 charge. Good idea to communicate with owner before booking to ascertain fees.

If you’re looking for a place on the sand that has eclectic character , look no further. We enjoyed the sand, fire pit, recreational vehicles, and the daily whales feeding not far off the shore as we sat on the deck. Great memories!!