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*Shell Beach - Capistrano Cottage*

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View of the sun setting at Ocean Park, just a 0.3mile stroll down the street.
Terrace/patio
Front door
Kitchen with butcher block island, well stocked, with coffeemaker to grind beans
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Pismo Beach, CA
  • Place, Eldwayen Ocean Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pismo Preserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Margo Dodd Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Murphy Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

*Shell Beach - Capistrano Cottage*

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! A vacation destination, with the privacy & comfort of home. Beautiful Shell Beach getaway by the sea, walkable to the ocean! Temperate climate year-round! Stroll down to the Pacific & enjoy sunsets. Centrally located; walkable to all of Shell Beach. Stainless appliances, hardwood floors, luxury queen beds, & blackout blinds.

An old home made new; with luxuries of a new home in a vintage cottage with character and charm. The home offers an avocado tree in the front yard, help yourself! There is also a back porch for your outdoor enjoyment, which is fenced in to accommodate pets. The home is professionally cleaned and left neat & tidy. There is a smart television and high-speed Wifi, no cable. I take pride in my home; and look forward to sharing it with you!

Walk anywhere in Shell beach! The Steaming Bean coffee shop is a lovely way to start the day, within walking distance. Numerous shops and spas scattered along Shell Beach Road. The Shell Beach Brewhouse is just across the street! Stroll down to the Pacific Ocean-- the rugged coastline is practically at your doorstep. Hike the ridge overlooking a pristine coastline. Rent kayaks/paddle-boards; or take a bike for a scenic ride. Edna Valley boasts miles of vineyards to wine-taste, picnic, and relax the stress away. The possibilities are endless! Avila beach is only a 5 minute drive. There is a trolley that runs on weekends transporting to Avila. Grover beach offers the option of drive-on beach access; and either beach allows bonfires to end the night! Roast marshmallows with the kids; or listen to the waves crashing while you star-gaze.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not childproofed.
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outdoors only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off the heat
Please place all trash/recycle in respective outdoor bins.
Let us know if any damages to the property or any items within. And please inform when you have checked out. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
1. Let me know if you need anything. I consider you like family while a guest in my home. Enjoy your stay!
2. Treat the place as you'd like yours to be treated. The neighbors are respectful and peaceful; let’s keep it that way.
3. Please follow the checkout instructions provided on site.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Pismo Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Shell Beach, a neighbourhood in Pismo Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Avila Hot Springs and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. Dinosaur Caves Park and The Locked Inn are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Pismo Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Eldwayen Ocean Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dinosaur Caves Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pismo Preserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Margo Dodd Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 2 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 13 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cool Cat Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is *Shell Beach - Capistrano Cottage* pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at *Shell Beach - Capistrano Cottage*?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at *Shell Beach - Capistrano Cottage* on 4 May 2026 start from NZ$806, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at *Shell Beach - Capistrano Cottage*?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at *Shell Beach - Capistrano Cottage*?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at *Shell Beach - Capistrano Cottage*?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is *Shell Beach - Capistrano Cottage* located?

Located in Shell Beach, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Eldwayen Ocean Park and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Pismo Beach Pier. Margo Dodd Park and Dinosaur Caves Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is quite cozy and is close to everything in Shell Beach including the beach, restaurants, and shops. Everything is walkable from this central location. Great communications from the host made me feel very prepared and welcomed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location - nice area with lots to walk to. Easy in and out. We had a great getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melissa was wonderful! The cottage is a perfect location, has everything you need, very clean and comfy beds! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful time at the Capistrano Cottage. First off, what a beautiful beach house and location! The home was also very welcoming, clean, pup-friendly, and well stocked - we had everything that we needed at our fingertips. The treasure box beach basket was such a charming and warm touch.We would gladly stay here again and recommend Capistrano Cottage to anyone looking to stay in Shell Beach!Thank you Melissa and Rodger!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Slo days check im

Hubby, granddaughter and 2 little pups stayed here for her Cal Poly orientation. Absolutely delightful!! We loved it! Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurora M.

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

SLO Graduation

Had a wonderful time. Wish we could’ve stayed longer. The cottage is so cute. It’s next to so many restaurants. We just didn’t have time to try them all. There’s a nice little walk down to the edge of the cliff you can sit and relax and just enjoy a sunset. Very cute.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

Cozy Shell Beach Cottage

My family and I rented this cottage for the weekend of Cal Poly's graduation. It was perfect. It was just a short drive to SLO! We went between Shell Beach and campus multiple times without a problem. The cottage is very well appointed with everything one needs for a very comfortable stay. Super clean, comfortable beds, fully equipped kitchen, I will definitely stay again when I'm in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

annie h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Shell Beach getaway

Property was in a great location close to Pismo and shops and restaurants. It was well maintained and we had a pleasant experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda F.

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

Cap. Inn

very conveniently located. very comfortable house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin K.

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

Heavenly !!

The best little beach cottage in Shell Beach. Just perfect. Amazing location on the quieter side of town. I can't wait to go back. Melissa is a gem. Thank you so much !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

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

Loved the house and shell beach!

We had a wonderful stay. The house met all of our needs. We loved the location and the ability to walk to local restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Darling Little Beach House

This cute home is in a great neighborhood of Shell Beach. Friendly neighbors, restaurant across the street, coffee shop a block away and a short walk down the street gives you the most incredible view of the ocean and coastline. The house had everything we needed. There was even a welcome basket with a bottle of wine and snacks. We were very happy there. A great experience and memories with my parents that we will talk about for years to come.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Highly recommend!

Great location in a quiet, friendly neighborhood. Many gorgeous walks and food options right from the driveway. We loved that we were close enough to Pismo Pier to visit but far enough away from the crowds. It was handy to have the small front yard and back enclosed concrete patio for our two boxer dogs. They tired themselves out on beach romps so they didn’t need much space. The cottage was stocked with many little touches: lots of clean towels, brand new sponge and dish soap, a welcome basket with wine (to enjoy cliffside sunsets with the locals) etc. Melissa was always quick to reply to any questions I had. Definitely recommend this charming cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Spring Break

This was such a great little cottage. Great location. Several good restaurants within walking distance. The ocean just at the end of the street. And even though the Highway is close by, you really can't hear it. Will definitely try to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shauna e.

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

Amazing beach cottage

We stayed here with our family to bring our son back to school at CalPoly. We want ed more space and privacy than a hotel due to Covid. The house was perfect and very clean. Beautifully decorated and comfy beds. The kitchen was well stocked with all the utensils for preparing meals. , including knives that can actually cut vegetables! We will defiantly be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Amazing

Wonderful stay, beautifully furnished home
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Melissa

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Why they chose this property

Of all the places I've traveled— this is my happy place. It has stunning natural beauty, and is like food for the soul whichever direction you venture. The walkability of the entire town of Shell Beach and proximity to the Pacific are what sold me. Convenient to SLO, Avila, Pismo, Edna Valley, Arroyo Grande, Paso Robles, Los Olivos, etc. I sincerely pray you come to know its value. I am attentive and happy to help make your stay as enjoyable as possible! I'll leave information about the surrounding area and ALL that it has to offer! In all honesty, the area speaks for itself with the utmost in beauty and charm.

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