Vacation rentals with beach access in Shell Beach, Pismo Beach

Avila Beach is a hidden gem! John and his family shared all their local knowledge which helped us plan. Excellent communication and very flexible on arrival/departure.

We went for a family birthday weekend and this was a great place for that! Despite being close to the main street, it was quiet and the outside deck was a perfect spot to hang out and enjoy views of Morro Rock. Everything was clean and ready to go. We would definitely return!

We had a wonderful time staying at the Captain’s-Stunning Bay & Ocean Views! Matt and Toni were wonderful hosts . From the moment I inquired about the apartment they showed attentiveness and quick response and a very warm welcome once we arrived. I’d mentioned that my wife and I were celebrating our anniversary and they surprised us with a sparkling Rose’ wine bottle with a happy anniversary card and a happy anniversary letters banner hanging from the living room window. There was an area on the floor with doggie mat and a basket with doggie treats and amenities. They even emailed us a guidebook of the nearby restaurants and places to visit. The views from the windows facing the bay were breathtaking and picturesque and could hear sea lions barking. The apartment was very clean and didn’t even have any pet odors considering that pets are welcome. The neighborhood was peaceful and serene and we felt safe walking down to the bay even after dark. The perfect mini vacation.

Great hosts! Definitely recommend to anyone who enjoys a great view of the beach, a close walk to the pier, and for live music next door at Schooner's.

My husband and I had an excellent stay here while vacationing in Avila Beach. The location can't be beat. I'd bet this apartment, with it's sunny patio deck, privacy, and stellar views is one of the best spots in town. It was an easy walk to the beach and to all of the local shops. There are bikes you can use to ride through town or cruise along the Bob Jones trail. The listing owner was very friendly and responsive to our questions and requests. I can't recommend this Airbnb listing enough.

We only stay at Jody’s place when we visit Pismo! She is the greatest! We are already looking forward to our next trip!!!

Epic View of Bishop's Peak. Exactly the type of space I needed to feel right at home in San Luis Obispo. Karl was so friendly and always responsive.

Claudia and Bob are very welcome. The ocean view is the best. It really close to the pismo beach. My family spent a relax time there.

Enjoyed our stay thoroughly. Loved the patio

This was my third time staying with Susan and Greg, and every stay at their cottage in Baywood has been a blast. It’s peaceful, quiet, and Susan and Greg are wonderful hosts. The cottage is in the perfect spot to be able to walk to anything in Baywood Park (be sure to check out High Street Deli and Noi’s 2nd Street Cafe!). I’ve made it a point to stay here every time I’m down in the area for a longer trip, I can’t recommend it enough.

Casa Del Mar is a gem! We had such a great stay, enjoyed walking to the dunes every evening with our dogs, and were able to cook lots of full meals in the well equipped kitchen. The home is light and bright, very clean, and has a very nice backyard and garden to enjoy (and very convenient if you have a dog(s) to safely run around). Some extras like the tv, laundry, and some items for kids were well appreciated. The street is very quiet and watching some of the small planes take off and land was really fun. This location is central to so many beautiful places to visit for the day (Pismo Beach, SLO, Avila Beach, Morro Bay, and many more). Violeta was a great host with excellent communication. We loved staying here and would highly recommend for families, couples, or small groups!

We stayed at Jim and Michelle’s Avila Beach house from Tuesday to Sunday with my husband, sister, and our two young children (ages 3 and 5), and had a wonderful experience. Check-in was smooth and straightforward, and the home was exactly as described. The location was ideal—just a few blocks from the beach and playground, which made it easy for the kids to scooter back and forth. The outdoor space was a great spot to relax and play games, and the kitchen was well stocked, which made cooking at home convenient. The beds were comfortable, and parking was easy and hassle-free. Jim and Michelle were quick to respond to any requests or questions we had before, during, and even at checkout, which made the stay feel seamless and stress-free. Overall, it was a fantastic, family-friendly stay, and we’d happily return in the future.

This place was amazing! This house provides the quality of a 5 star hotel and more. Except that hotels may not feel cozy which this house did! All little details at home, super comfortable beds, beautiful backyard, room for kids with toys… as well as the location was perfect. This was definitely one of the best Airbnbs I stayed at! Thank you for the host who was also very responsive.

Place was beautifully decorated. The place made you feel like staying inside all day. The backyard made me feel like I need to redo my own backyard in inspiration of this one. There is everything you might need in this place. The beds are extremely comfortable, the place smells nice too. I definitely recommend staying here, I would stay again. Thank you for such wonderful accommodations. I will see if you have any others to check out also.

Here’s a polished and friendly review you can use for Airbnb: We loved our stay at Thomas’s place! The location is perfect—walking distance to great bars, restaurants, and just steps from the water. The space itself is super cute, private, and comfortable. Thomas has two cats and a dog, all incredibly friendly, but the real star of the show is his co-host, Sylvester the cat. He’s got a big personality and was happy to hang out with us as much as we let him. If you’re a cat lover, you’ll adore him. The house was stocked with a few thoughtful provisions, and we especially appreciated the ice cream bars—such a nice touch. Hopefully Thomas’s place is available the next time we’re in Los Osos. We’d absolutely stay here again!

Kristina and Tony were great hosts! We had a group of 6 and the house was perfect in size, had great amenities and the upper deck was amazing! The house is in a very peaceful area, and in close vicinity to everything you might need. I’d recommend this spot to anyone and hope to come back in the near future :)

Audra was a great host. Her place is at an amazing location with so much to do nearby. I strongly recommend this place.

Enjoyed every moment of our girls weekend getaway! Loved the view to the beach and watching the waves come in and people pass by…we parked our car in the garage and didn’t move it all weekend. We walked to the restaurants located steps away from the unit and enjoyed every bite we had - calamari and chowder at Schooners, waffles and breakfast tacos at Hidden Kitchen, and delicious fresh donuts and fritters from Surf Rat. We meandered through the antique stores and enjoyed a good night’s sleep at the end of each day in the comfy beds. Can’t wait to go back!

Great place to stay. Had everything we needed. Love the area. Belin is really friendly too.

We absolutely loved our stay here. The house was clean, cozy and fully stocked. We spent lots of time on the porch enjoying the view and watching all the happenings on the beach, talking to neighbors and the staff at Slappy’s next door and our evening campfires. We will definitely be staying here again! There are 2 parking spots in the garage ideal for smaller cars or SUVs and a lot across the street that charges $20 a day where we parked our Tundra.

Great place! Very clean, awesome location, the host was very responsive and accommodating. Would stay here again.

It was an awesome stay, very relaxing and the whole family enjoyed it.

Had a great time here for Mother's day! You really can't beat the location - it is just a couple blocks from the beach and the little tourist area nearby, with almost everything you need in easy walking distance. Everything inside was nice too, and we were very comfortable. Highly recommend!

This property has an awesome location - just steps from the beach. What really stood out was how responsive the host is. We checked in just before midnight as we were stuck in traffic but she stayed up to make sure we got in all right. Whenever we had a question, she was quick to respond. Thank you for a great stay!