Ranch Retreat located minutes from Downtown and Cal Poly
About this farm stay rental
Situated in San Luis Obispo, this lovely farm stay for $304 per night is a great option for your next break. Our modern farm style ranch house is set within a working horse farm - This newly renovated, 2 bedroom home features vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring, a spacious kitchen, and a private fenced-in yard where you can enjoy outdoor BBQ’s, yard games, or just relax relax around the fire pit on Adirondack chairs and unwind under the bistro lights and twinkling stars of the crisp central coastal evenings. Nestled in a 5 acre working horse farm, you’ll be greeted by a number of beautiful horses on your way to the front door. During your stay, you may hear the clip-clop of playing hooves, or the excited nickering of horses awaiting morning & evening feedings. (Feeding times are approximately 6:30am and 4:00pm for reference.) Horse riding and lessons are not available on site, but there are other local trail ride experiences we can direct you to. Our get away is a unique vacation rental property because of its convenient location to all the amenities of the city, yet the best of quiet country living. With inspiring views of the “Seven Sisters” range (a line of seven non-active volcanic peaks), the ranch is surrounded by rolling landscapes, picturesque pastures, grassy fields, neighboring cattle ranches, seasonal poppies and glowing sunsets- you just might forget it is located only minutes from downtown SLO, Cal Poly University, gorgeous wineries, numerous restaurants, thriving nightlife, hiking and beaches. We love animals. We have 4 resident pups (3 French Bulldogs, and a chocolate Lab) that wander the property during the days. We are excited to meet your furry family members as well, but we do require a few ground rules. Dogs need to be on leashes when not inside the house or contained inside the yard. This is to ensure everyone’s safety. Dogs must be cleaned up after, there is a pooper scooper and garbage can on site. Children must be supervised at all times to ensure their safety and the safety of others. Bring coats because SLO’s warm spring and summer days are cooled by coastal evening breezes! There is lots of closet space to keep extra layers. For an extra fee: Bring your horses for overnight boarding and haul out to all our counties amazing trail rides and beach riding (message host for availability and pricing). The Space: Bedroom 1: Tempur-Pedic King Bed, Comfortable and Clean Bedding, Large Oversized closet, Large 55” flat screen smart TV Bedroom 2: Gel Memory Foam Queen Bed, Comfortable and Clean Bedding, Open closet Kitchen: Full Kitchen, completely stocked with cookware, spices, coffee maker, bottled water dispenser, and a full sized Stainless Steel Fridge and Freezer. We also have free range chickens on property, so when the girls are cooperating, you’ll have farm fresh eggs available upon request. Living room/dinning room: Queen Sofa Sleeper, 2 sitting Chairs, Desk, Large 65” Flat Screen smart TV. Adjustable kitchen table can be converted to a high-top suitable for four guest. Appointed with new premium fixtures, furniture, amenities and complementary Wi-Fi throughout. Yard: 1000 Sq Feet - Fully privacy fenced, Propane BBQ, bistro string lighting, fire pit, Adirondack chairs, yard games. Parking: Two car maximum unless otherwise arranged. - You will receive more information about the parking lot from the host. Be prepared to carry your luggage about 100 feet through the gates & down a barn isle to your stay. BY BOOKING THIS LISTING YOU AGREE TO: WAIVER OF LIABILITY: This is an Equine Facility, All activities on these grounds are subject to the Equine Inherent Risk Law, by your presence on this facility you are indicating that you have accepted the limits of liability resulting from inherent risks of equine activities. Guest agrees to instruct all guests on premises to not access any off-limit, or unsafe sections of the property including horse stalls and roof-tops. Guest agrees to assume all responsibility to make all occupants aware of risks and for the consequences of those risks and to be fully and solely responsible for any accidents that may occur. Guest agrees to waive any claim whatsoever against property owner or Manager for injuries or claims. HOLD HARMLESS: The Guest and all occupants shall hereby indemnify and hold harmless the Manager and property owner against any and all claims of personal injury, property damage or loss arising from use of the premises regardless of the nature of the accident, injury or loss. Guests also expressly recognize that any insurance for property damage or loss which the Landlord may maintain on the property does not cover the personal property of Guests, and that Guests should purchase their own insurance if such coverage is desired. Pricing: Basic (4 people): $275/night Cleaning Fee: $125 (Applied once per trip) Extra people: $50/person/night after 4 guests Dogs: $25/each dog, each night Our 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. This coastal retreat halfway between LA and SF is a short 10 minute scenic drive to downtown SLO (Thursday Night Farmer’s Market, Cal Poly, restaurants, nightlife etc.) and beautiful Avila Beach (spectacular beach, dedicated dog beach, pier, shops, wineries, etc). Easy Day trips from the Ranch house are: Pismo Beach Oceano Sand Dunes Morro Bay/Morro Strand State Park Port San Luis Dog Beach HWY 1 Coastal Scenic drive Big Sur Hearst Castle Paso Robles Wine Country Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market (Thursdays) Cal Poly State University Campus Avila Beach (Beach Activities, Fresh Seafood, Dining, Wine Tasting, etc.) Montana De Oro State Park (great hiking and surfing) A plethora of Wine Tasting at Local Wineries Nearby Things to do: World Famous Farmers Market every Thursday Hike one of the Seven Sisters, Bishops Peak, Cerro San Luis (Madonna Mountain) or any number of local trails (list of favorite hikes). Local Shopping Downtown Wine Tasting at endless local Wineries Local Distilleries: Rod & Hammers, Krobar, Slo Bitter Co. Downtown Night Life Local Coffee Shops Mountain Biking Bike Night (1st Thursday of every month) Local Art Museums Fremont Theater, Palm Theater Outdoor rock climbing and bouldering on Bishops Peak Indoor Climbing at “the Pad” Historic Mission San Luis Adobe Dalidet Gardens China own Railroad Park Frisbee Golf Pickle Ball Pismo Beach, Pier and Boardwalk Avila Beach, Pier and Board Walk Morro Bay Board walk, Morro Rock Morro Bay Aquarium Concerts in the Park (Summer Only) Seasonal Festivals Axe Throwing Archery Shooting Range Local Golf Courses The Creamery Bubblegum Alley Avila valley barn Kayak or Paddle Board in Avila or Morro Bay Surf Lessons by the Surfing Goats of Pismo Beach Sand Dunes Lighthouse Tour in Port San Luis (public access by Kayak only) Massages/Pedicures Horseback Riding at the Madonna Inn or Central Coast Trail Rides Atascadero Zoo License Number: 6011394
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
TV
Family friendly
Map of San Luis Obispo, CA
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(90 Reviews)
5.0
The Ranch Retreat is a fantastic and unusual location for a vacation rental! Four of us (5 including our dog!) thoroughly enjoyed our stay, wandering around the property, meeting the horses and horse people. Being city folk, we know nothing about ranch life, and everyone was so friendly and welcoming, answering our basic questions. We were excited to see the 10-hour old foal in the barn! Lindsay and Ish are super responsive and have really created a lovely home for guests. While it feels so far from anything, it’s a very short drive into San Luis Obispo for dining and shopping and visiting museums etc., and quick to run on over to the coast as well.
The Ranch Retreat is a perfect home base for the area. We look forward to returning!
5.0
This place was such a great place to stay!! My family really enjoyed seeing all the horses and the ranch retreat was so nice, clean, modern and was perfect for our weekend stay to visit our daughter at Cal Poly. The place is exactly as described…so close to town yet you feel like you’re in the country. Lindsey is a wonderful host. Responsive, accommodating and friendly! Would definitely stay here again and have recommended to my family.
5.0
What a beautiful, perfectly located retreat; it was warm, welcoming and serene.We loved being here, it's minutes from Cal Poly where our daughter goes to school, a few minutes from Scouts and downtown. We loved the whole aesthetic, how clean everything was and how comfy the beds were, it was just easy. Lindsey was great with replying quickly and putting my mind at ease when i asked about our dog barking at the horses, we have an anxious doodle. It was very peaceful, we will be back for sure!
Thank you Lindsey and Ish, it was an amazing stay.
5.0
We had such an excellent time at the Ranch retreat. It was so fun being surrounded by horses and we even got to see a 3 day old foal. The rooms were modern, clean, and incredibly comfortable. The beds were perfect and we get such great sleep! We brought our dog and he loved the outdoor space behind the cottage. The property has the perfect location-- it feels remote and is so scenic, yet it was an 5 minute, easy drive into town. We had the best time and hope to be able to return soon!
Note to future guests: make sure to bring shampoo, bath soap, and any other shower necessities.
5.0
Our family was looking forward to our Christmas vacation at Ranch Retreat and our expectations were exceeded! The hosts, Lindsey and Ish, were very welcoming and explained the ranch and local destinations. The Retreat is excellent and well provisioned to make you feel at home. We loved visiting the horses, relaxing around the fire pit and playing outdoor games. It is a short driving distance to nearby trails, dog friendly beaches, and state parks.
We want to return to the Retreat.
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay. The horses were so friendly! Thanks for providing this unique experience for us!
5.0
We spent Thanksgiving here. The house was beautiful and clean inside and the location is central. It was really cool to be able to take morning walks across the property and see all of the horses. Definitely recommend and would stay again.
5.0
The place was perfect for our family of five! Super clean and so beautifully decorated. The hosts were very welcoming and kind. Really cool to have horses right outside without a trace of horse scent inside. Close to downtown and Avila beach. Really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again. Only suggestion would be to have body wash in the shower…we had brought shampoo and conditioner but had to make a run for body wash. Other than that, absolutely perfect. Thank you for a wonderful visit!!!!
5.0
What a joy having the most adorable greetings from the horses as we came and went from our parked car. We took full advantage having morning walk-abouts the property. Lindsay and Ish have created a special space. The rental was clean, fully equipped kitchen, and decorated nice. Ending out evenings at the outdoor fire-pit was a bonus. I’m certain we will be back.
5.0
Really beautiful property right between Madonna and Bishop, ~5 mins to Scout Coffee off Foothill. Lindsey was super accommodating for the last minute addition of my dog joining us! For future guests with pets, just beware that the house is literally RIGHT between two rows of horse stables. The horses are totally accustomed to dogs, but make sure your dog is accustomed to other big animals!
The accommodations were really private and felt more like a guest home for friends & family as opposed to a vrbo for extra cash. Only minor things we would recommend -- advertising that there are no basic toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash - or provide them!) and additional sponges for the kitchen.
Overall, great stay close to everything in SLO. Would definitely stay again!
5.0
This house was great! It was clean and had everything that we needed. We really enjoyed the horses being so close. My son goes to cal poly and it was easy to go from the house to the school. The owners were both great with making sure our time was perfect.
5.0
Loved this place! Such a fun treat being near the horses and the rental unit is very nice. This will be our first choice next time we visit SLO.
5.0
The location of the place was really ideal. The place was very clean and comfortable to stay at. We brought our two dogs and they enjoyed the place as well.
5.0
The most amazing stay! Horse ranch but 5 minutes from downtown. Home was pristine and clean as can be. Will be our go to stay each time we visit SLO!!
5.0
This was a perfect place to stay. Quiet and central to all of the central coast beaches and sights. The apartment itself was well stocked with all of the amenities required for our stay. Plenty of horses, cats and dogs to complete the experience. Highly recommend.
5.0
We had such a relaxing and seamless weekend getaway! Highly recommend booking this stay. And our daughter LOVED saying hi to all the horses!
5.0
We visited SLO for a family reunion. The ranch was so beautiful and peaceful. We loved seeing the horses and sharing the experience with our granddaughter! Our host was great and made our stay so nice that we didn’t want to leave!
5.0
I loved staying here! It was so beautiful and peaceful. Waking up to the horses every morning was such a pleasure. The accommodations were top-notch and Lindsey was delightful to work with. I never wanted to leave. I’ll be back for sure.
5.0
The vibe of this rental is so welcoming. We were very comfortable in the space. We didn't realize there would be horses right outside our door, but we loved it. Easy in/out access and close to everything. We will be back!
5.0
I am so thankful I found this place! The location is perfect, 15 minutes from Cal Poly, downtown and Madonna Inn. The cottage was beautiful inside, everything updated and clean. The beds were very comfy with lots of plush pillows. The grounds were beautiful, every morning and evening we walked around and looked at all the horses. Lindsay and Ish were very nice and personable. They were able to give us horse back riding recommendations, which turned out to be fantastic! I highly recommend this awesome experience and stay in the Ranch Retreat.
5.0
Used a home base for 8 days of adventure in and around SLO. Was everything we’d hoped for. Lovely, tranquil, and unique experience.
5.0
Went to few night stay to explore SLO area. The place is exactly as described clean and beautiful with amazing touches. All top notch.
5.0
Clean, friendly and comfortable. Love the experience with the horses and only 15 miles from Morro Bay!
5.0
Absolutely incredible place. People are wonderful, horses are wonderful, and ranch animals were wonderful. We will be coming back soon
5.0
We (myself, husband, two teen boys, and two dogs) loved our time at the ranch! It was such a unique and fun experience to be surrounded by horses and open space, yet be so close to SLO. The house was perfect, super clean, and check in/out was a breeze. The farm fresh eggs were a hit, and one less thing I needed to pick up at the store. The horses and dogs were so friendly, as were the owners. We will definitely stay there again when we’re up in SLO!
5.0
We feel comfortable staying in this house. Beautiful decor and clean. We met the owners; they are friendly. The house has everything that we need…. We truly enjoyed having a free dozen fresh farm eggs for breakfast with our family. Enjoy seeing horses. Definitely will come back.
10.0
Loved staying at this place where we were truly immersed with horses and ranch life. The back yard with a fire pit was a hit and very convenient with the dogs we brought! Lindsey was incredibly prompt and kind. 10/10 would stay again!
5.0
Loved staying at this place where we were truly immersed with horses and ranch life. The back yard with a fire pit was a hit and very convenient with the dogs we brought! Lindsey was incredibly prompt and kind. 10/10 would stay again!
10.0
Appreciated the cleanliness, the space itself was very well thought out and planned and comfortable. The kitchen is fully stocked. All the rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. The place is very spacious and in a convenient location. We loved how nicely decorated the space was, and the cute horse paintings in the rooms. One small thing was that there wasn’t any shampoo, but otherwise had a great time staying here. Hosts were kind and the horses did not bother us at all. Overall would gladly stay here again if I were to return to SLO.
5.0
This house was even better than what they show online. My family and I stayed here for my son's graduation from Cal Poly, and we all loved it! The next time we visit our son, who is now getting his Master's, we will definitely stay here again! I'm so happy to have found this gem. :)
5.0
Appreciated the cleanliness, the space itself was very well thought out and planned and comfortable. The kitchen is fully stocked. All the rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. The place is very spacious and in a convenient location. We loved how nicely decorated the space was, and the cute horse paintings in the rooms. One small thing was that there wasn’t any shampoo, but otherwise had a great time staying here. Hosts were kind and the horses did not bother us at all. Overall would gladly stay here again if I were to return to SLO.
5.0
I can't say enough, how lovely and restful this darling place is... my friend and I met in SLO for a girls weekend, and although I was nervous at first (the unit rests between two stable blocks chock full of horses) it was quiet, the cottage had everything we could need, and Lindsey and Ish couldn't have been more welcoming. The photos definitely do not do this listing justice - it's like a hotel suite inside, so adorable, comfy beds, and although we did have some streaming problems with the TV, we weren't "home" all that often so it wasn't a problem. My friend also had to work a bit in the mornings but didn't mention any issue with the Wi-Fi. (My favorite little thing was a small fan in the bedroom I slept in for "sleeping hot" issues).
I will say that although you can smell the horses as you walk into the property (again, working ranch), there is no trace of horsey scent inside the unit. It's a short ten minute drive to Downtown SLO, there are plenty of quality markets nearby for wine, and snacks, and it's fifteen, twenty minutes tops to Pismo Beach and the coast. Perfect. We would definitely stay there again -- thank you Lindsey and Ish for a wonderful and relaxing stay.
Recommendations in SLO:
NOVO for Dinner
Spa Cerro for a lovely Spa Day
5.0
Cute SLO retreat in the country but short drive to SLO and beaches. House is updated with charming decor and has everything that you would need for a short or long stay. Lovely host family leaves you a couple of s of local wine to enjoy along with a few snacks. A fresh farm carton of eggs is left in the refrigerator for you to enjoy. We enjoyed or time visiting SLO downtown, Oceano Dunes, Pismo Beach and Acila Beach. Retreat house is nestled in between the horse stalls so it was enjoyable to walk the ranch and check out all the equestrian festivities. Our 8 year old enjoyed walking the ranch and saying hello to all of the horses. He knew each by their name before we left. Chubs, Mr. Strawberry, Cadence, Havin, Baby, Katie and Petty, Kal, Baby, Nash were a joy to spend time with. There a a few sweet dogs the roam the farm here or there all of which were people, kids, and horse friendly. The ranch is just a short drive to a Dairy Creek golf course which has a great course, nice restaurant, indoor games, and nice golf driving range Toptracer with bays similar to Top Golf. We enjoyed our stay in SLO and couldn't have picked a better VRBO to stay at. Everything was perfect and we will be back next year.
5.0
Excellent location, around 10 minutes from SLO downtown. We were just pleasantly surprised to find our unit in a farm surrounded by horses. It was a unique experience
10.0
we loved it there is horses around us dogs and all friendly, owners made you feel so welcome,
but inside it’s an oasis. We would stay there again for sure.
5.0
we loved it there is horses around us dogs and all friendly, owners made you feel so welcome,
but inside it’s an oasis. We would stay there again for sure.
5.0
We had such an amazing weekend! The property was a dream and the house was so clean. We all said we would stay there again if we have the opportunity!
5.0
Great experience!
5.0
We live in Texas and our daughter attends Cal Poly. We wanted a location where we could host a few of her friends and cook them a real meal. This was the PERFECT location. Loved the backyard with firepit and cornhole. Kitchen was well equipped. Best part were the horses. Planning to stay there again in the future.
5.0
A lovely stay. Probably our favorite in the area so far! Perfect accommodations in the perfect location!
FAQs
How much does this farm stay cost compared to others in San Luis Obispo?
The average price for a rental in San Luis Obispo is $134 per night. This rental is $170 above the average.
Is parking included with this farm stay?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Ranch Retreat located minutes from Downtown and Cal Poly. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this farm stay?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this farm stay. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Ranch Retreat located minutes from Downtown and Cal Poly pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this farm stay is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Ranch Retreat located minutes from Downtown and Cal Poly?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and tv.
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