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Very Spacious Edna Valley Luxury Apartment
The Nottage is a welcoming cottage-like apt. located in the heart of the Edna Valley. Luxury and style afford you upgraded comfort in a beautiful garden setting. At approx. 1000 sq. ft. and no shared walls, you will enjoy quiet living with plenty of space for longer stays. Central but peaceful - Pismo & Avila Beaches, and downtown SLO, are 10-15 mins. away. Guests have full access to the Pickle and Bocce ball courts on the property. We are only minutes away from multiple well-known wineries.

*Shell Beach – Capistrano Cottage*
OFFSEASON SPECIAL! LOCATION, LOCATION! A vacation destination, with the privacy & comfort of home. Beautiful Shell Beach getaway by the sea, walkable to the ocean! Stroll down to the Pacific, enjoy sunsets. Walkable to all of Shell Beach! Stainless appliances, hardwood floors, queen beds, & blackout blinds. Fast WiFi/WFH. TWO bedrooms, & a Murphy queen bed in the living room. Please consider visiting our location just south of Santa Barbara: airbnb.com/h/carpcorner Permit # 20438discoulO ,

Avila Beach amongst the Oaks - Ocean 5 minute walk
This elegant private, fully-furnished apartment has 2 bedrooms/2 baths, full kitchen, large living/dining room, washer/dryer, office, high-sped internet/WiFi , TV w/ Roku, private deck, fireplace, and surrounded by mature Live Oaks. A five-minute walk to the Beach with beach essentials for your use. Great restaurants, wine/beer bars + shopping. The area is well-known for its ocean + hiking adventures, rated by Sunset Magazine as the third best beach in California. Parking for two cars on-site.

1 Block from Beach with long driveway for parking
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located place 1 block from the beautiful sandy Pismo Beach. Large driveway for parking. Beautiful Tri-Fold doors open to the large ocean view patio with couch and gas BBQ. Keep your eyes out for whales. Fully remodeled with some of the best craftsman touches. Short walk to downtown and the historic Pismo Pier. Walking distance to shops and our favorite restaurants. Property has two separate units. This listing is for the front 2 bedroom unit.

Boho Beach Cottage • Walk to Local Beach & Town
Charming Shell Beach boho cottage just ½ block to a locals-only ocean access with tide pools and sweeping coastal views. Walk to neighborhood cafés, wine bars, and or relax by the fireplace in this cozy retreat just 1 mile from downtown Pismo. Built in 1948, this soulful cottage blends vintage charm with thoughtful updates, including a subway-tiled bath and refreshed kitchen. Earthy textures, bohemian details, and coastal simplicity create a warm, unfussy space for golden sunset evenings.

Spacious Pismo Beach condo -block to sand and fun!
Beautiful and open 2 bedroom condo in the heart of downtown Pismo Beach. There is a small loft area with sofa sleeper (ideal for 2 kids) Queen sofa sleeper in living room. 2 full bathrooms. HALF A BLOCK from Pismo Beach. Perfect for a beach trip getaway. This is a second-floor condo with a bright master suite located upstairs, accessible by one interior staircase. Comfortable place with fast WiFi to remotely work or go to school. Propane BBQ on small patio. * 2-night minimum stay*

Avila Beach House
Built in 1907, renovated in 2012 and 2020 and is located 1.5 blocks from the beach. Fully furnished with 2 bedrooms (queen beds), a loft (2 twin beds) and 1 bathroom. Accommodates up to 6 guests. NO EXCEPTIONS. Cable TV, Wifi, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, laundry and patio area with BBQ and air conditioning. PLEASE NOTE: Only a $25 cleaning fee. Guests have light cleaning at check out. Check out list available upon request prior to booking. See other details for more info

The Beach Bungalow: Hike, surf & visit wineries
The country meets the sea in this laid-back, picturesque surf town. Shell Beach is halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles on California's Central Coast, which makes it the perfect stop for some wine tasting and outdoor adventure. Within walking distance there is a beach (best to visit at low tide), restaurants and coffee shops. My home is an original 1950s bungalow. Per guests requests, I made few upgrades — new windows, space heaters in every room and a dishwasher to boot!

Rolling Hills Retreat: Sauna, Stars, Sanctuary
Unique country setting minutes from the best Central Coast has to offer! Explore our updated property with garden beds and fruit trees, a sand court, sauna, outdoor shower. Enjoy the gorgeous sunsets with sweeping views, then stargaze next to your cozy firepit. Explore trails along citrus groves and vineyards, and visit neighborly farm animals. We’re a short 5 miles to downtown San Luis Obispo and Cal Poly campus, and less than 10 miles to Pismo Beach, hikes and wineries!

Ocean front Condo with heated pool and restaurant
Our condo is one of the top 10 oceanfront resorts in California. This unit overlooks the ocean, pool, Jacuzzi, bbqs and fire pit. Access to the beach is just yards away. It has a beautiful restaurant overlooking the ocean just steps below the unit. The restaurant offers pool service , room service also a full bar with live music. The resort has a gym, spa, valet parking, bikes that you can use and it is very close to many restaurants, wineries and fun events.

Wine Country Hilltop Retreat
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space with spectacular Edna Valley views. Read a book on your hillside patio and see buffalo and longhorns grazing in neighboring fields. After an incredible sunset, unwind by your firepit at night under a sky full of stars. This private country escape is also at the center of it all - 15 minutes to beaches & Cal Poly, 5 minutes to airport & 20+ wineries/tasting rooms, 10 minutes to beautiful downtown SLO.

Shell Beach Hideaway
Welcome to picturesque Shell Beach Hideaway. This charming studio cottage offers privacy and seclusion, yet walking distance to restaurants, cafes, a private small beach, and to numerous points of interest This is a NO SMOKING cottage.This private studio is located behind our home in a quiet neighborhood with a full bath, queen bed, wifi, and a full kitchen. No pets allowed. Maximum guest two (2). Not suitable for children. License 19951
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Apartment rentals with beach access

Cayucos Cottage Studio - Peak-A-Boo Ocean Views

Captain's - Stunning BAY & OCEAN views! 980 sq ft!

Whale Hello! Avila Oceano Pismo

Coastal Peaks Studio

NEW One block from beach

90 San Luis Street, Unit A

Streetside at Cayucos Beach

Mountain View Studio - No Cleaning Fee!
House rentals with beach access

Steps to the Beach! Rooftop Deck! Firepit & BBQ!

Cozy Beach Bungalow in Cayucos!

RELAX ❤️SEASIDE RETREAT ~ 2 min to PISMO BEACH

1884 Elegant Home: Fire Pit, Tesla Tech, Near DT

Luxury Surfhouse 5Min to Pismo Walk to Restaurants

The Boathouse Cottage Waterfront Morro Bay

2735 Nokomis

Cayucos, Ca.-Brand new 3 bdrm house-Ocean view
Condo rentals with beach access

Beach Retreat-Spa-Beach-Trails- Kitchenette-WIFI

Bay View - Morro Bay, California

VACATION ON THE BEACH

Oceanside Condominium STEPS to the BEACH

Luxe Designer Condo -½ block to the beach in Avila

Sand Dollar Hideaway-Luxury Condo, Prime Location!

Upstairs Central Coast Urban Flat

Grand Getaway: Ocean Views and Open Living Space!
When is the best time to visit Shell Beach?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ518 | ﺩ.ﺇ716 | ﺩ.ﺇ716 | ﺩ.ﺇ735 | ﺩ.ﺇ635 | ﺩ.ﺇ716 | ﺩ.ﺇ716 | ﺩ.ﺇ657 | ﺩ.ﺇ698 | ﺩ.ﺇ716 | ﺩ.ﺇ698 | ﺩ.ﺇ584 |
| Avg. temp | 12°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 15°C | 16°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 14°C | 11°C |
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30 of Shell Beach vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Shell Beach stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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- Cayucos State Beach
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- Morro Bay Golf Course
- Morro Rock Beach
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- Pismo State Beach
- JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery
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- Hearst Castle
- Vina Robles Amphitheatre
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- Dinosaur Caves Park
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