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Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO

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Bathroom
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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San Luis Obispo, CA
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Fremont Theater
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally located cottage in downtown SLO. The cottage is light and airy, with all the essentials minus the clutter. Bonus points if you find the original 1930’s milk door!

Great location for visiting Cal Poly; walking or biking to our town’s famous Thursday evening Farmer’s Market; or getting away for a long weekend of hiking, mountain biking or wine tasting (all within 10 minutes of the cottage).

The cottage is in close proximity to some great local coffee shops (Field Day and Skippers) and downtown restaurants. Easy bike ride into downtown or a 10 minute walk.

Get a good night’s rest on our new mattresses. Both rooms have blackout curtains and new bedding.

Can ride directly out to Poly Canyon/Stenner Creek mountain bike trails.

The dining area doubles as a work space with a small table and outlets nearby.

We purchased the cottage in 2013 and have been enjoying upgrading it while maintaining some of the original 1930’s charm.

We hope you enjoy your stay!

Property manager

Amber Petit
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A pet fee of $100 per night will apply if there is evidence of pets being on the premises.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of Avila Hot Springs and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Pismo Beach Pier. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alex G. Spanos Stadium or Robert A. Mott Athletics Center. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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San Luis Obispo, CA

What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fremont Theater - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Santa Rosa Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 2 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 2 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO located?

Situated in San Luis Obispo, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County Library and San Luis Obispo Superior Court. San Luis Obispo Little Theatre and Fremont Theater are also within 1 mile (2 km). San Luis Obispo Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Virginie M.

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

Charming Cottage

Stayed here with my husband and 2 teens. The 2 twin beds were perfect for them, place was cozy, clean, and tastefully decorated. Great location close to downtown and Cal Poly. Amber was easy to communicate with. We had everything we needed for a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison T.

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

Great place to stay near everything in SLO

We had a great stay at this cute cottage. It was super clean and nicely decorated. It also had everything we needed in the kitchen. My husband and I have sensitive backs, and we both thought that the queen mattress was fantastic. The bathroom is a little bit of a tight fit, but we had no problems. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marzia A.

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

Cute little cottage

Love our stay. Beautiful and clean place. Just how I expected. Planning to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie H.

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

Fabulous Location

Great location for all Cal Poly events. Close to downtown and very easy to get to anywhere in SLO. Amber was great in returning messages too. Very clean and darling. We loved it!!! Super comfy beds!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aisling M.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charles S.

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

SLO Cottage

The house was clean and had everything we needed. The bathroom is small with nearly no counter space but otherwise served us well. It is conveniently located to downtown. Our host was very responsive and immediately rectified a very small issue.isssue
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene A.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franzi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne H.

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

Wonderful Property

We were here with family to attend a wedding, and this was the perfect place to stay! House was well furnished with everything you could need, and was very comfortable. Amber even messaged us before check in to make sure all went smoothly. Price was very reasonable. We were very happy- thank you so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Cottage in SLO

Charming quaint home so close to downtown SLO and Cal Poly. I used the kitchen to cook for my son who’s up there for school and the kitchen was well stocked and clean. The rooms are comfortable and everything was so cute. I will definitely stay there again and again the next several years.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Nice place

Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Cozy, Quiet Cottage

My family and I loved this cottage. The neighborhood is quiet and it is in walking distance to SLO. The cottage was clean and had ample room for the 4 of us. The kitchen is fully equipped and we loved having a washer and dryer. Our host was very responsive to our questions. We will reserve this cottage again when we return to SLO to visit our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kat D.

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

Convenient SLO local

We had a comfortable stay at the Palm Street cottage, which is conveniently within a reasonable walk of downtown SLO. There was some warm times since the portable air conditioner did not reach the back bedroom but we made do with all the fans. Overall a nice stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Great place to stay!

Our stay at Amber’s cottage was great! So convenient to downtown and Cal Poly campus. The clientele of the neighboring motel was a little sketchy at times but overall the area was safe and convenient. House was clean & comfortable. We had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lane S.

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

A great escape

This was the perfect property for friends or even a young couple that wants to experience SLO for the first time or to re-experience the college life. The unit was sufficiently clean and for the most part the amenities met our needs. The only draw backs to the stay were there were not enough towels for each guest for our stay and the kitchen lacked some cutlery. However these were just minor inconveniences that did not effect our overall experience with the listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Cute Cottage in a Quiet Neighborhood

This is the second time my family of four has rented this little house, while visiting family in town. It’s become our favorite place to stay—just big enough for the four of us, with cute original architectural details, and an uncluttered aesthetic. The host, Amber, is kind and easy to communicate with. She responds to messages right away and is genuinely concerned about the guests’ experience. I appreciate the thought that went into supplying everything you need to make your stay pleasant: comfortable beds, plenty of pillows and towels, charging station on the nightstand, electric kettle, an iron, in-unit washer & dryer, etc. She even supplied a portable a/c and fans during a heat wave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

Quiet, Cute, Convenient in Downtown SLO

This was a great place to stay for a long weekend in SLO. It's clean, quiet and conveniently located; walking distance from cafes, shops and entertainment. The host, Amber is friendly and responsive. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Convenient and Clean Little House

This little place worked well for my daughter and I. We had a short stay to visit Cal Poly SLO and we were able to walk to campus in the morning, return to the little house and then walk to downtown SLO in order to check out the Farmer's Market. It was about a 20-25 minute walk to either but perfectly doable for us. I definitely recommend this place for anyone staying in SLO looking for a comfortable two bedroom accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roman R.

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

Great spot to stay in SLO

This property is very well-maintained and close to downtown SLO. The owners were very easy to communicate with and answered all of our questions. Definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

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

Visit to SLO

Great place to be while visiting our daughter at Cal Poly. Super convenient to her house right off campus. Clean and easy to be there. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

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

Visiting son at Cal Poly

As advertised, clean, and convenient. Host excellent communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

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

Charming Cottage in SLO

We had a delightful stay in this cottage. The owners have modernized the interior, and it has everything you need, but it retains the charm of an older building. The location is ideal, not far from downtown but also close to the university. We appreciate how responsive the owners were to our questions, and will definitely stay here again when we visit SLO!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Andre K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Bungalow

Cute little bungalow located close to downtown SLO. A little small for our needs, but otherwise nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great little cottage

We enjoyed our time here while moving our daughter into Cal Poly, hope to return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

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

Beautiful little cottage walking distance to downtown SLO!

The house was clean and had everything we needed. The host was very helpful and accommodating to our needs. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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Hosted by Amber Petit

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