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The Down Town House - Charming Bungalow In San Luis Obispo - Private parking!

The Down Town House - Charming Bungalow In San Luis Obispo - Private parking!

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Living Room. Cable TV and Wireless Internet.
Front Porch.  Steps down to garden table,. Great for morning coffee.
Living area
Living room
Living area

Overview of The Down Town House - Charming Bungalow In San Luis Obispo - Private parking!

10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Check out the area

San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Popular LocationFremont Theater5 min walk
  • Popular LocationBubblegum Alley9 min walk
  • Popular LocationCalifornia Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo4 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

The Down Town House - Charming Bungalow In San Luis Obispo - Private parking!

Charming 1920's Bungalow right down town San Luis Obispo with free, private parking! If you like the downtown experience, this home is perfect for you. Thanks to San Luis Obispo's new hosting policy - Homestay - , we can now share our down town living experience with you.

**** Looking for a place to say while running the SLO Marathon?! Our home is about a mile from the starting line and is on the route! Great for runners and the supporting cast. It's about a mile and 1/2 walk to the finish line if the team wants to come see you finish. We did this last year. Great event. *********************************************

I grew up in San Luis and probably didn’t really appreciate all it had going for it until we moved away for about 20 years. The Bay Area is nice, but there’s something about the small town vibes of San Luis that keep you from missing the Bay Area traffic.
We bought the DownTown house in 2013, rented it out for a year, fixed it up, landscaped it, and moved in. First time we had ever lived in a downtown location. We actually felt kind of hip at times.

If you’re looking for a quiet get away by a flowing stream, this may not be for you! If you want the urban downtown experience in a laid back town, in a cute early 1900’s home, and are ok with the city noises - then this will definitely work. You will definitely hear the street sweepers, garbage trucks, occasional sirens. All part of the downtown experience!

Here's a few high points.

A cute, old house. Early 1900’s. Maybe 1914. A lot of original character. Great old vertical grain doug fir floors.

Upgrades – Like a new kitchen. New appliances. Countertops crafted out of 100+ year old barn wood.

Forced Air including Air Conditioning. Funny you wouldn’t think you need this in SLO, but downtown can get warm. AC is a plus.

Inside laundry center. It’s small, but it’s a nice convenience not usually seen in these old homes.

Location – Right downtown! It’s a fantastic launching pad for visiting the city and county of San Luis Obispo. It’s just a 100 steps from the back door to a hip coffee shop – Black Horse. Four blocks to the hippest coffee shop – Scout. A block to the best tri-tip sandwich at Firestone Grill. A great park right around the corner. Great hiking right from the front door. Gus Grocery Sandwiches a nice 3 block walk. Terrace Hill is a 2 mile loop with great views of town. Wineries within 10 minutes. Beach within 15 minutes. Bike from house. Great road and mountain biking trails. Great local restaurants.
Farmers Market every Thursday evening. Best Farmer’s Market in California. A block from the house. Bike night follows on the first Thursday of the month.
Private parking area for up to three vehicles! A huge bonus for SLO! Leave your car and walk to everything!

Property manager

David Bowin
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
With Adults. 4 Maximum guests.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

Located in San Luis Obispo, this vacation home is in the city center. Fremont Theater and San Luis Obispo Little Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum. Traveling with kids? Consider Morro Bay State Park, or check out an event or a game at Alex G. Spanos Stadium. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Fremont Theater - 5 min walk
  • Bubblegum Alley - 9 min walk
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 9 min walk
  • French Hospital Medical Center - 14 min walk
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 7 min walk
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Firestone Grill - 4 min walk
  • Woodstock's Pizza SLO - 5 min walk
  • Starbucks - 6 min walk
  • Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill - 4 min walk
  • Eureka - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Down Town House - Charming Bungalow In San Luis Obispo - Private parking! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Down Town House - Charming Bungalow In San Luis Obispo - Private parking! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Down Town House - Charming Bungalow In San Luis Obispo - Private parking! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Down Town House - Charming Bungalow In San Luis Obispo - Private parking! located?

Located in the center of San Luis Obispo, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Dallidet Adobe and Gardens and Fremont Theater. California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away. San Luis Obispo Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend visit to see our daughter at CalPoly
We rented this property the same weekend last year to visit our daughter who’s a CalPoly student. This adorable bungalow is located in an ideal spot right down town. The house is beautifully furnished and accommodates four people comfortably. We loved everything about it from the bright spacious kitchen to the comfortable bedrooms. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, great location
Truly enjoyed our stay at this property! Comfortably furnished, great location in SLO…easy to walk to central downtown area. There can be a bit of street noise at night, but we didn’t find it objectionable. Highly recommend this charming SLO bungalow!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spartan 2023
Great house in the best location. The host was more than accommodating. This is the 2nd time I’ve stayed in this home and look forward to my next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us
In for a family wedding in downtown SLO. 10 minute walk to everywhere we needed to be, so was perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect SLO Bungalow
Quaint 2-bedroom home right in the heart of downtown SLO. We were bringing our son back to college and this was so much better than a local hotel. Lovely home, clean, and the best location! Would definitely recommend and return!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by David Bowin

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