You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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!
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a living room
Free WiFi
On-site recreation includes a playground
Just a 2-minute drive from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 11 minutes from Avila Hot Springs
Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
This San Luis Obispo cottage is smoke free.
Property manager
Amber Petit
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Charming Cottage - Conveniently located to Cal Poly and Downtown SLO Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Charles S.
12 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Charles S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rene A.
4 Feb 2025
Rene A.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Franzi D., HURST
21 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Franzi D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rosanne H.
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!!
Rosanne H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie D.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stephanie D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ryan B.
5 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Very nice place to stay.
Ryan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda L.
29 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Linda L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kat D., Tucson, AZ USA
29 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Kat D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather S.
11 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Heather S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lane S.
10 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Lane S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenny B.
7 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Jenny B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ellen B.
19 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Ellen B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott C.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Scott C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Roman R.
11 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Roman R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leslie T.
28 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Leslie T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn B.
5 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Visiting son at Cal Poly
As advertised, clean, and convenient. Host excellent communication.
Carolyn B.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anne F.
7 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Anne F.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
Andre K.
26 Sept 2023
Cute Bungalow
Cute little bungalow located close to downtown SLO. A little small for our needs, but otherwise nice.
Andre K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
We enjoyed our time here while moving our daughter into Cal Poly, hope to return in the future!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chelsea B.
11 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Very excited I stumbled on this listing - it was the perfect place for our family (two adults + 3 kids)! Such a cute cottage in quiet neighborhood and close to everything. We were greeted with a personal note and treats from a local bakery :) Thank you for an amazing stay. We will definitely be back!
Jocelyn F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashley T.
19 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best place to stay in SLO!
We absolutely loved this little heritage home. It added to our enjoyment of SLO! House is immaculate, spacious and well decorated. Looks just like the pictures but even cuter in real life. Beds are comphy, towels are fluffy and fans keep the place cool in the heat. The hosts are kind and responsive to any questions. The booklet on site has lots of good recos on where to eat, shop, etc. Walkable to town in 15 minutes. Street parking is easy and free. 10/10 recommend. For reference we were 3 girlfriends travelling together.
Ashley T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kirsten W.
11 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Such a cute cottage!
Very cute. We walked into town and got to explore the shopping and many different eateries. Such a great town and adorable cottage!
Kirsten W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
4 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Had a great time at the cottage on Palm. Host was very responsive, place is very comfortable and great location.