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Family Beach Home • Walk to Beach • Downtown • 2-Car Garage

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A dining area with a glass table, white chairs, a brown sofa, and a potted plant.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with chairs, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, stereo
Smart TV, DVD player, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61069 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Pismo Beach, CA
  • Place, Pismo State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pismo Beach Surf Shop
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family Beach Home • Walk to Beach • Downtown • 2-Car Garage

A true family-owned beach home, not a corporate vacation rental.

Welcome to Our Family's Pismo Beach Vacation Home
Proudly Owner-Hosted Since 1998

For over 25 years, we've been welcoming guests into our family's beach home. This isn't just a place we rent; it's where our own family comes to relax, celebrate birthdays, enjoy sunsets on the beach, and make memories together. When we're not here, we're honored to share it with families who will love and appreciate it just as much.

Because this is still our family's vacation home, we've furnished it the way we enjoy living at the beach, comfortable, welcoming, and perfect for spending quality time together. Every room has been thoughtfully put together to create the relaxing coastal home. We hope you'll enjoy it in that same spirit and create wonderful memories with your family, just as we have with ours.

If you're looking for a home that feels warm, inviting, and genuinely lived in, not a cookie-cutter vacation rental, we think you'll feel right at home here.

• Pismo Beach Getaway – Steps from the Sand!

• Pismo Beach was voted California's Best Beach!

• Spacious tri-level family beach home with room for everyone.

• Just steps to the beach and Pismo Pier—NO streets to cross!

• Private 2-Car Garage (a rare convenience in downtown Pismo Beach!)

• Keyless Entry lets you arrive anytime after check-in.

185 Ocean View Ave.

* Thank you to Jones Around The World for naming our home the #1 Best Pismo Beach Family Vacation Rental!

Hosted Personally by the Owners

When you stay with us, you'll always communicate directly with the owners, not a management company or call center.

After many years using a property management company, we found that guests much preferred having direct contact with the owners. We love getting to know our guests, sharing recommendations, answering questions, and helping make your vacation as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.

We also welcome guests to our family condo in Ka'anapali, Maui, Hawaii.

• Easy Keyless Check-In & Check-Out

• Every reservation receives its own private door code that works only during your stay.

• Check-In: Arrive anytime after 4:00 PM. Your unique code is activated at check-in time, and our secure door system automatically lets us know you've arrived safely—no need to contact us.

• Check-Out: When you're ready to depart, simply enter the provided departure code. This notifies us that you've checked out, and your access code automatically expires at 11:00 AM.

• Sleeping Arrangements

Sleeps up to 6 Adults

• Master Bedroom — King Bed

• Bedroom 2 — Queen Bed

• Bedroom 3 — Queen Bed

- Condo Layout -

Our family beach home is a spacious tri-level condo with two flights of interior stairs, offering plenty of room for everyone to spread out.

Ground Level
• Private 2-car garage
• Laundry area with washer & dryer
• Main entry to the condo

Second Level (Main Living Area)
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Dining area
• Living room with Smart TV
• Full bathroom

Third Level
• Master Bedroom (King Bed)
• Bedroom 2 (Queen Bed)
• Bedroom 3 (Queen Bed)
• Full hall bathroom

Please Note: Because of the two interior flights of stairs, our home may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations or anyone who has difficulty climbing stairs.

* The Perfect Central Coast Getaway

Located just south of San Luis Obispo and halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, our family condo is perfectly situated for exploring California's beautiful Central Coast.

Spend your days walking the beach, riding bikes through downtown, shopping, wine tasting, exploring nearby coastal towns, or simply relaxing while listening to the ocean.

With three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, barbecue, and the beach just steps away, our home has everything you need for a memorable family vacation.

Conveniently located on the same street as the Sea Venture Resort and Sandcastle Hotel.

Amenities

• 50" Samsung Smart TV with Apple AirPlay in the living room

• Two 43" Samsung Smart TVs with the Spectrum Cable App in two bedrooms

• 24" Smart Vizio TV with streaming apps in the third bedroom

• Washer & Dryer located in the garage

• Private 2-Car Garage—perfect for vehicles, bikes, surfboards, and beach gear

• Cypress Gardens has exterior security surveillance cameras for owner use.

- Good to Know Before You Book -

• No Pets

• No Parties

• No Smoking

• Primary renter must be at least 25 years old.

Thank you for considering our family's beach home. We truly hope your family enjoys making memories here as much as ours has since 1998.

The Arbuckle Family

City of Pismo Beach Business Tax Certificate
License No. 20349
This condo's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pismo Beach Pier. Features include laundry facilities. The condo offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The condo offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Pismo State Beach and 5 minutes by foot from Pismo Beach Pier
As a guest of this condo, you'll find barbecue grills, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Pismo Beach condo is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 11,507 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: 2 sets of stairs. may want to bring baby gates.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a deadbolt lock
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.
Property Registration Number 20349

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Family Beach Home • Walk to Beach • Downtown • 2-Car Garage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 178 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 188 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nellie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Conveniently located, very clean and beautifully decorated. The beds were comfortable, and we had all the amenities that we needed. Our hostess, Natalie, was great at communicating with me and answered all of my questions promptly. The location is great for walking to the downtown and beach. I would highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was clean, comfortable, and a great location. We were able to walk to the beach, shops, and restaurants in a matter of minutes. It was really nice to be able to use the garage because parking can be tricky, before 5:00pm, on the weekends.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and helpful. The condo was very nice and the beds were all comfortable. 1-2 block walk to the beach, pier, shops, restaurants. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful stay at this condo. It was clean, comfortable, and one block from the beach. Great location, highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leticia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect! good size to travel with a family. Owners are vert responsive and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was nice and clean. We loved the location. It was so close to the beach and there were so many dining options within a short walking distance. Great communication from the host. Easy check in and check out. This is our second time at this place and we would definitely book again if available on our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! 4 Women on a Girls Trip. Location is perfect. Property is so clean and Natalie is so easy to work with and communicate with. She was always quick and responsive. Kitchen is well appointed. While we didn't use the beach gear, there is plenty there for your use during your stay. Hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunjia W.

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

Great place to stay!

Clean, bright beautiful home steps away from the beach! My family & I enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host/owner is a very effective communicator, which makes things much easier. The home and location are great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

beach vacation

great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha M.

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

Stay was awesome!

The condo was really nice, in a wonderful location easy to walk and the host was fantastic. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

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

Exploration Beautiful area

The property had a good floor plan, comfortable accommodations, clean, bright and welcoming. The location is great.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith e.

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

Family reunion

We enjoyed the spacious accommodations and its convience to all that Pismo Beach has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

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

Amazing stay!

We’ve stayed multiple times here and it’s amazing each time. Super clean, easy instructions and the owner communicated extremely well with us! We will be staying her again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

Family vacation

We had an amazing experience, super clean and very close to the beach, restaurants and shopping in walking distance. Pismo Pier is close by! Thank you for making our stay memorable!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

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

Family trip

The property is very clean and inviting. We will definitely be staying again as the host is has excellent hospitality and the property is clean, quiet, and close to the beach. Perfect for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica H.

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

LaborDay Weekend Family Getaway

Excellent location, walking distance to the Beach, shops and restaurants. Loved the amenities, including beach chairs, rolling tote and great kitchen. We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our party of six adults stayed over the long weekend. Location was perfect a short walk to the sandy beach and restaurants. Only negative was Josie from the neighbors and the cars.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Great location!

We absolutely loved staying at this condo for our weekend trip to Pismo Beach. The location is great and everything in the condo was as described in the listing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Very clean and great location

We were looking for a weekend getaway to combine with a Cal Poly tour and this was a great choice. The place was clean and well appointed. Location was great for walking to restaurants and enjoying the area. Very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo is adorable and has everything you need. Check-in was easy and the host was awesome! We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard r.

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

Wonderful condo, wonderful location

The spacious condo was very well equipped and everything was in perfect condition. The two car garage was very clean and useful. Easy access to the beach and town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

5 Star Location, Will Stay Again!

My family & I absolutely loved this condo! Extremely clean, great location & the owner was extremely professional & made sure we had the best vacation. Easy check-in/out process.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was amazing with communication - so friendly and helpful! The unit itself was well-located, easy to take beach walks, go to the pier, and so close to a number of restaurants. The flat itself was clean and well-stocked, with a gentle and pleasing ocean theme. There were a lot of little thoughtful touches throughout (night lights, facial tissues readily available, plenty of towels). It was perfect for our girls’ weekend. We would absolutely consider renting in the future if we ever find ourselves going to Pismo again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026