Charming Retreat Home Amid Oak Trees in Central Coast Wine Country
About this house rental
Nestled in Atascadero, this lovely house for $194 per night is a fantastic option for your next trip. The Carndonagh House is perfect for a romantic couple getaway or small family retreat. We only allow short stays of a week or less. Please enter the total number of guests when you book so that we can have the beds, linens, and towels ready for your stay. This lovely home is walking distance (less than a mile) to downtown Atascadero with the Sunken Gardens, wine bars, movie theater, boutique stores, craft breweries, and restaurants. The Carndonagh House is also centrally located between Paso Robles wineries (15 minutes to the north), San Luis Obispo (20 minutes south,) and beautiful central coast beaches 20 minutes to the southwest. The Carndonagh House is a 1000 sq foot home on two levels. The two upstairs bedrooms are furnished for comfort in the industrial farmhouse style. The master bedroom has a queen-sized bed and sitting area. Bedroom two has a twin daybed with a twin trundle. There is a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living room, flat screen television with ROKU ( Amazon Prime and Hulu), DVD player, free WiFi and fireplace. The front patio is the perfect place for you to enjoy your morning coffee and to relax after a day at the beach or wine tasting. Common sights you may see are deer, squirrels and the stars in the night sky. Bubbling seasonal creek runs through the property in winter. The owners live in a nearby house on the same oak-studded property. There is a $25 per night fee for extra guests over the original two guests. VRBO will calculate this extra fee when you book so there won't be any surprises. Maximum Occupancy - Four people. Chef Charles Doherty of Carndonagh Kitchen is available for your own food and wine pairing dinner OR brunch/lunch! When you book with Carndonagh House, we'll send you more information. We're looking forward to hosting great people.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Atascadero, CA
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(68 Reviews)
5.0
Carndonagh House is thoughtfully designed for a comfortable, cozy stay. Chuck and Dawn have thought of everything!
Here are the special touches that made our stay particularly delightful:
> Lights suspended over driveway
> Instrumental music & heaters on upon arrival
> Wine, scones, cream, eggs, butter, and cold water
> Flashlights and umbrellas hanging by door
5.0
This was the best Arno we have ever stayed. It’s a new 2 bedroom cottage with 1-1/2 baths with excellent WiFi
all necessary kitchen appliances and even a bottle of wine.
5.0
Wonderful stay. Quiet, convenient spot.
5.0
We very much enjoyed our stay in this comfortable home and appreciated all the thoughtful extras provided. We also found the neighborhood a nice place for a morning walk and an opportunity to hear and see a lot of birds
5.0
We loved our stay here. Check in and check out was seamless. The house was spotless and so welcoming. There were thoughtful touches everywhere from a welcome scone to fresh eggs. It was a quiet relaxing location that was a mile from the town center and a short drive / uber from Templeton, Paso Robles and the vineyards.
10.0
Chuck & Dawn are the most gracious and exceptional hosts. When you enter this beautiful home, its like being greeted with a warm hug from a loved one. Filled with all the comforts of home and so much more. This visit, we were blessed with their farm-fresh eggs and signature homemade scones. There's so much to explore in town and its surrounding cities. What is most treasured, is the peace and quite and natures' beautiful landscape. A true blessing! Thank you Chuck & Dawn
5.0
We were in town for a wedding just 15 mins away. So this place was perfect!
Once you walk inside you already feel at home. It was so warm and cozy. We loved it! Thank you Dawn and Chuck for the great bottle of wine and the delicious scones. I would highly recommend this great spot in Atascadero.
5.0
Chuck & Dawn are the most gracious and exceptional hosts. When you enter this beautiful home, its like being greeted with a warm hug from a loved one. Filled with all the comforts of home and so much more. This visit, we were blessed with their farm-fresh eggs and signature homemade scones. There's so much to explore in town and its surrounding cities. What is most treasured, is the peace and quite and natures' beautiful landscape. A true blessing! Thank you Chuck & Dawn
10.0
We were looking for something quiet and peaceful, and we certainly found it in this tree surrounded gem! The owners really put a lot of thought into the stay of their guests. We felt like we were staying at the home of well loved friends.
5.0
We were looking for something quiet and peaceful, and we certainly found it in this tree surrounded gem! The owners really put a lot of thought into the stay of their guests. We felt like we were staying at the home of well loved friends.
10.0
Perfection!!
8.0
Need to have light bedding available during the summer, comforters are cute but to hot to sleep under during the summer.
5.0
The best
Perfection!!
4.0
Toasty
Need to have light bedding available during the summer, comforters are cute but to hot to sleep under during the summer.
5.0
Amazing Get-Away
This must be the nicest place we've ever rented through VRBO. From beginning to end, our stay was stellar. The setting is lovely, the house is even prettier and more comfortable than described, and the hosts were amazing. Truly, it was magical! And the added touch of fresh scones, cream, and jam were extraordinary, as were the fresh egsgs. All in all, this place is a 10 out of 5!
5.0
Super experience
Wonderful hosts, great little touches, felt like home ! Chuck & Dawn have gone above and beyond to make this property one of a kind !
5.0
Charming Central Coast property, surrounded by trees, very quiet, and very clean. All kitchen amenities are available, including 3 different ways to brew coffee. The homemade scones and jam and fresh eggs were a pleasant surprise, and we enjoyed eating breakfast while watching the squirrels in the yard. The property owners were glad to help with any questions or suggestions for activities. Walking into the town center is not taxing if you are a walker, but be prepared to walk beside the road. SLO and Paso Robles are a short drive and offer more dining choices. We look forward to another visit.
5.0
Home Away from Home
Charming Central Coast property, surrounded by trees, very quiet, and very clean. All kitchen amenities are available, including 3 different ways to brew coffee. The homemade scones and jam and fresh eggs were a pleasant surprise, and we enjoyed eating breakfast while watching the squirrels in the yard. The property owners were glad to help with any questions or suggestions for activities. Walking into the town center is not taxing if you are a walker, but be prepared to walk beside the road. SLO and Paso Robles are a short drive and offer more dining choices. We look forward to another visit.
5.0
This farmhouse stay in Atascadero is a special place. Easy communication and check-in with the hosts, sparkling clean and stylish house and beautiful yard. The thoughtful touches abound! A bottle of wine, fresh scones and jam, fully stocked coffee station and fresh eggs we’re waiting for us upon check-in. The house is such a cozy, comfortable place….it’s hard to leave! The location has easy access to the freeway and 5 min from many shops and restaurants. You won’t regret staying here if you are looking for a quiet, peaceful vacation home.
5.0
Peaceful family get-away
This farmhouse stay in Atascadero is a special place. Easy communication and check-in with the hosts, sparkling clean and stylish house and beautiful yard. The thoughtful touches abound! A bottle of wine, fresh scones and jam, fully stocked coffee station and fresh eggs we’re waiting for us upon check-in. The house is such a cozy, comfortable place….it’s hard to leave! The location has easy access to the freeway and 5 min from many shops and restaurants. You won’t regret staying here if you are looking for a quiet, peaceful vacation home.
5.0
Wow! Dawn and her husband are incredible hosts and have wonderful details and additions for your stay. They welcome you with gifts, suggestions for things to do and see, and the house is spotless! Would recommend to anyone
5.0
Perfect stay!
Wow! Dawn and her husband are incredible hosts and have wonderful details and additions for your stay. They welcome you with gifts, suggestions for things to do and see, and the house is spotless! Would recommend to anyone
5.0
We loved staying at this home away from home. We will miss it and will definitely rebook our next trip to Cali.
5.0
Sad to leave
We loved staying at this home away from home. We will miss it and will definitely rebook our next trip to Cali.
5.0
Pros:
Starry nights
Irish Charm
Peace & Quiet
Rustic furnishings (the wooden staircase, amazing!)
Squirrels!
Front porch for meditating and relaxation
Scones, jam and wine, oh my!
Fully stocked kitchen to make our morning breakfast
Welcome binder which included all sorts of helpful information
Access to Hulu to binge watch "Staged" after a day of play
Soft throw blankets and comfy couch
Cons:
Having to leave :(
In summary, Carndonagh House exceeded all my expectations and more. My favorite season is the fall and I was excited to see pumpkins and other fall decorations in various rooms. Chef Chuck outdid himself with the scones and plum jam which we happily ate with the eggs that were provided for us. We can't wait to return, hopefully next time to include Chef Chuck's food and wine pairing dinner!
5.0
Simply delightful
Pros:
Starry nights
Irish Charm
Peace & Quiet
Rustic furnishings (the wooden staircase, amazing!)
Squirrels!
Front porch for meditating and relaxation
Scones, jam and wine, oh my!
Fully stocked kitchen to make our morning breakfast
Welcome binder which included all sorts of helpful information
Access to Hulu to binge watch "Staged" after a day of play
Soft throw blankets and comfy couch
Cons:
Having to leave :(
In summary, Carndonagh House exceeded all my expectations and more. My favorite season is the fall and I was excited to see pumpkins and other fall decorations in various rooms. Chef Chuck outdid himself with the scones and plum jam which we happily ate with the eggs that were provided for us. We can't wait to return, hopefully next time to include Chef Chuck's food and wine pairing dinner!
5.0
Truly a place called Peace on earth!
What started off as a place to stay for a friends wedding, turned out to be the most soul-satisfying retreat. Chuck and Dawn are exceptional hosts. Every attention to detail was met and then some. Arriving to the Irish Melody tunes when we walked in, was like getting a great big hug from a loved one. We look forward with great anticipation for a Springtime retreat. Thank you Chuck & Dawn!
5.0
Above Expectations!
Chuck & Dawn went above and beyond our expectations for our stay at their place! They are 5 star hosts all the way around. When we arrived the driveway was lit up with party lights to make it easy to see at night. The check in/check out process was easy and they quickly responded to any messages we sent them. They had recommendations for local places and a guest book to leave a message for them and other guests. Truly a fantastic place & hosts, thank you very much!
5.0
We had such a wonderful stay! The cottage is so charming and the hosts go out of their way to make you feel welcome. There are so many great amenities. I would definitely recommend this property and would love to go back!
5.0
Sweet little cottage
We had such a wonderful stay! The cottage is so charming and the hosts go out of their way to make you feel welcome. There are so many great amenities. I would definitely recommend this property and would love to go back!
5.0
The hosts Chuck and Dawn are AMAZING. The property is flawless and every need is anticipated in the home. The small touches make it a HOME. The home was so clean, the sheets and towels were plush and the bed in the master is the best we've ever slept on in a rental. The location is perfect to visit the town of Atascadero as well as centrally located to all the neighboring towns sights and wineries. We will 100% be staying here again!
5.0
The BEST VRBO we've ever stayed in!
The hosts Chuck and Dawn are AMAZING. The property is flawless and every need is anticipated in the home. The small touches make it a HOME. The home was so clean, the sheets and towels were plush and the bed in the master is the best we've ever slept on in a rental. The location is perfect to visit the town of Atascadero as well as centrally located to all the neighboring towns sights and wineries. We will 100% be staying here again!
5.0
Couldn’t have been better!
When we arrived at the inviting home it was like receiving a warm hug which resulted in a peace that pervaded our whole stay. We came for our daughter’s wedding and we left so filled! Our hosts were available when needed and always so kind each time we had a question about the area. Their VRBO had every amenity you could ever need including a concise notebook to answer any tech question with the house. This notebook also included points of interest, activities and amazing restaurant suggestions. The beds were so comfortable and Chuck’s homemade scones had us desiring where we could buy them! Thank you Chuck and Dawn! 😊
5.0
We were greeted with a bottle of wine, freshly baked scones, and home-made plum jam! The house was spacious, clean, and a short drive to Paso Robles. The owners, Chuck and Dawn, live next door so they are readily available and very accommodating. Everything was truly perfect! I will definitely stay again if I’m ever in the area.
5.0
The property was exactly as described (except the owners and I may have a different definition of “walking distance” :-). The house is in a quiet residential area, and was very relaxing. The owner’s live next door, but give you as much privacy or assistance as you want. I have been staying in VRBO homes for decades now, and this has to be one of the best kitchen set ups as far as pots and pans and knives. I’ve been in some homes where the kitchen is an afterthought and its stocked with discard pans and knives and cooking is a bit like cooking while camping, but not here. If you like to cook, the utensils are good quality. The seasonings were basic, but with COVID restrictions I was not expecting to see anything, so it was great. The scones and jam provided were delicious, and the eggs, butter and cream were a wonderful bonus. It was a great stay and wouldn’t think twice about coming back.
5.0
This house is perfectly appointed for any occasion. This was my second trip. I liked it so much the first time, I brought my family to enjoy it this time. We were able to do San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Cambria, Paso Robles, and Atascadero all from this central location. Pair that with the impeccable hospitality of Chuck & Dawn and you have the perfect property for a trip to the central coast. The air conditioning worked perfectly, even on the hottest of days. Stay here! You won’t be disappointed.
5.0
Fantastic stay at Carndonagh House
The property was exactly as described (except the owners and I may have a different definition of “walking distance” :-). The house is in a quiet residential area, and was very relaxing. The owner’s live next door, but give you as much privacy or assistance as you want. I have been staying in VRBO homes for decades now, and this has to be one of the best kitchen set ups as far as pots and pans and knives. I’ve been in some homes where the kitchen is an afterthought and its stocked with discard pans and knives and cooking is a bit like cooking while camping, but not here. If you like to cook, the utensils are good quality. The seasonings were basic, but with COVID restrictions I was not expecting to see anything, so it was great. The scones and jam provided were delicious, and the eggs, butter and cream were a wonderful bonus. It was a great stay and wouldn’t think twice about coming back.
5.0
Paradise in Atascadero
This house is perfectly appointed for any occasion. This was my second trip. I liked it so much the first time, I brought my family to enjoy it this time. We were able to do San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Cambria, Paso Robles, and Atascadero all from this central location. Pair that with the impeccable hospitality of Chuck & Dawn and you have the perfect property for a trip to the central coast. The air conditioning worked perfectly, even on the hottest of days. Stay here! You won’t be disappointed.
5.0
Great house!
We were greeted with a bottle of wine, freshly baked scones, and home-made plum jam! The house was spacious, clean, and a short drive to Paso Robles. The owners, Chuck and Dawn, live next door so they are readily available and very accommodating. Everything was truly perfect! I will definitely stay again if I’m ever in the area.
5.0
Could not wish for better hosts! The house is charming and was so clean and neat upon our arrival and their attention to the little things was beyond belief. Light switches labeled, night lights installed, white noise machines available, luggage stands, full length mirrors in each bedroom, tourist brochures, eggs and scones available for breakfast, cream for coffee, additional towels and toiletry items for your use. Add to that the fact that they are continually maintaining and upgrading the property. While we were there, a charming waterfall was installed near the front patio that was just lovely to listen to. We were very appreciative that they cared for the property and their quests in a manner in which they themselves would desire. Would most definitely stay there again when we next visit the area.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Atascadero?
The average price for a rental in Atascadero is $198 per night. This rental is $4 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming Retreat Home Amid Oak Trees in Central Coast Wine Country. 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 Charming Retreat Home Amid Oak Trees in Central Coast Wine Country pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Charming Retreat Home Amid Oak Trees in Central Coast Wine Country?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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