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The Colony Cottage - Rural setting close to town.

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The Cottage from San Clemente Ave
The rockers wait for you.
The living room as you walk in.  TV with Direct TV and DVD player.
Another view of living room.
Lots of counter space!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Atascadero, CA
  • Atascadero Lake Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Charles Paddock Zoo
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Atascadero City Hall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Colony Cottage - Rural setting close to town.

Welcome! This charming 1920's 2 bedroom 1 bath Craftsman style home is located on one acre and less than 2 miles from the heart of Atascadero.
You can travel in any direction and explore some great places in SLO County. There is Paso Robles Wine country, Paso Robles Event Center with the Mid-State Fair and Lake Nacimiento to the north, to the east there is the Carizzo Plains National Monument, to the west there is Morro Bay, Cayucos and the Pacific Ocean, to the North West there is Cambria, San Simeon including scenic Hwy 1, and to the south there is quaint Santa Margarita and Santa Margarita Lake, San Luis Obispo, Grover and Pismo Beach. San Luis Obispo County also boasts the Los Padres National Forest with plenty of hiking trails that can be accessed near Atascadero.
The Cottage was simply built in the 1920's and updated with function in mind. It is one of the original Colony homes in Atascadero. It is well suited for four people. It has a front porch with rockers that you can enjoy the evenings on...even take your meal there. There are two bedrooms; one with a queen size bed and the other with a double bed. Both have a dresser and a closet in their rooms. A full size oven and stove, microwave, dishwasher and full size refrigerator are provided in the kitchen. The bathroom is equipped with a shower/tub combination and a heater for your comfort. There is a BBQ in the back yard that is stored in the shed near the house, and a table and chairs for outdoor use. There are a number of oak trees on the property which gives the front yard a park like setting. Deer meander through the yard each evening and you might even see a turkey every now and then. Walk the 'San Clemente loop' and enjoy the diverse architecture of homes and landscaping along the route.
Interesting points of Atascadero: There is fabulous weather. The average high in the summer is 90 degrees, low is 56. The winter highs are 62 and lows are 37. The summers can be gorgeous with warm days and evenings. There is a great park and lake where you can rent paddle boats, canoes, feed the ducks or have a family gathering and rent BBQ pits. Located near the park is the Charles Paddock Zoo. Atascadero hosts many events such as wine tasting, Christmas in the Park and other holiday events each weekend in December, and a summer concert series. A great place to find out more information on Atascadero is the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce at www.atascaderochamber.org
We hope you enjoy your stay here.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please shut off the heat.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Atascadero

Located in Atascadero, this cottage is in a rural area. Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial and Paso Robles History Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Charles Paddock Zoo and Olea Farm. Paso Robles Children's Museum and Ravine Waterpark are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Atascadero, CA

What's nearby

  • Atascadero Lake Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Charles Paddock Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sunken Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Atascadero City Hall - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Atascadero State Hospital - 7 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Paso Robles Station - 15 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bramble Pie Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Colony Cottage - Rural setting close to town. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Colony Cottage - Rural setting close to town.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Colony Cottage - Rural setting close to town.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Colony Cottage - Rural setting close to town. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial, Atascadero Lake Park and Charles Paddock Zoo. Vino + Therapy Studio and Sunken Gardens are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Charles and Donna Evans

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Charles and I bought this house just before we got married in 1981. While we have moved for employment, this home has never been far from our minds, and we love it. Our daughter Sarah lives next door and will help you get settled or give you some great tips about the town.

Why they chose this property

When we were engaged to be married we knew that our first order of business was to buy a home. Finding the right home proved to be hard and nothing seemed to satisfy us both. Then the realtor brought us to this little home on an acre. As we turned into the drive way and our eyes settled on the front porch, we knew we had found home.

What makes this property unique

While we have neighbors around us, the property has a very rural feel. There is a church across the street, so it is busy on Sunday mornings, otherwise fairly quiet during the week. The house is located on a hill. Many people walk this street for exercise and has been nicknamed the San Clemente Loop. No two houses or properties are alike, so it is interesting to walk the loop or 'block' and see the different houses and landscaping.
You know what I love about this neighborhood? First off the neighbors on either side are great (one is my daughter...of course I would say that!). The second thing I love is the way it smells, the grass especially in the summer with the oaks has an earthy fragrance that just seems to help relax me.

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