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A Charming Seaside Escape

Beach condo near Moonstone Beach

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Beach
Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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San Simeon, CA
  • Place, San Simeon State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cambria State Marine Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hearst Castle
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

San Simeon

Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of the condo, you'll find Cambria State Marine Park and San Simeon State Park. San Simeon Nature Preserve and William Randolph Hearst State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cambria State Marine Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Moonstone Beach - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Hearst Castle - 37 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Luigi’s Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Big Sur Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A Charming Seaside Escape

Breathtaking, ocean views. Private beach access just steps away from San Simeon Beach, where your dog is welcome to run and play in the surf for miles. Fall asleep to the sound of the crashing waves, and the scent of fresh salt air. The great room has a electric fireplace, a flat screen TV with Direct TV, Wifi access, and a DVD player. Just outside on the deck, you’ll find the propane BBQ. Visit Cambria’s Farmer’s Market on Friday, and bring home your bounty to prepare in the thoughtfully appointed kitchen. There are two queen bedrooms, and a separate full bath for each one. The master’s bath is ‘en suite'. Miles of walking trails just outside of your front door. Walk to the town of San Simeon to visit restaurants and shops. The Elephant Seal Sanctuary, the Hearst Castle, Wm. Randolf Hearst State Beach, and Cambria are all a short drive away. Lots of exploring to do, or just relax in the peace and quiet. Come enjoy our cottage by the Sea and fell your stress disappear!

Smoking is absolutely prohibited anywhere on, or in the premises. Flat screen TV, DVD, Direct tv, Wifi, propane BBQ, wood burning fireplace, washer & dryer. TOT#6001757

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Charming Seaside Escape Condo San Simeon
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A Charming Seaside Escape Condo San Simeon
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Frequently asked questions

How close is A Charming Seaside Escape to the airport?

This condo is 41.9 mi (53-min drive) away from the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A Charming Seaside Escape have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is A Charming Seaside Escape to the beach?

This condo is 3.1 mi (5-min drive) from Moonstone Beach and 3.8 mi (5-min drive) from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A Charming Seaside Escape offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A Charming Seaside Escape?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at A Charming Seaside Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A Charming Seaside Escape?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does A Charming Seaside Escape have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does A Charming Seaside Escape have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is A Charming Seaside Escape to downtown San Simeon?

This condo is 0.2 mi away from San Simeon.

A Charming Seaside Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 105 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot, so close to the beach and a quick trip over to Cambria if we wanted a change of scenery! I was also lucky enough to get engaged here so it was extra special! Thank you for sharing your home with us, and we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was phenomenal! Quick easy walk to quiet beach and hike along the cliffs! Lovely fireplace and deck! Our only minor "complaints" were the loft bed was hard as a rock and unusable, and the kitchen needs more light, a decent can opener, a new sponge upon arrival and more plates (only 5 and 4 of us). Minor inconveniences that did not take much away from our experience, just suggestions for management. We'd love to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Blaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Extra add on costs high, pet friendly is good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shirley P.

Great Escape!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I believe this is my 5th year staying at A Seaside Escape. I'm never disappointed. It is a perfect, dog friendly place to stay. It is centrally located to many places and events.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Quiet, Clean, Comfortable, With Great Oceanfront Views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our first time in this rental and it was great. Very clean, well furnished and comfortable. It was nice to have access to the convenient washer/dryer combo, the views out the back door were great, it was private and there were several nearby places for lunch/dinner besides the ones down the road in Cambria. We've always had friendly, professional service from Scenic Coast Propety Management.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget G.

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

Another holiday in paradise!

This was our second Thanksgiving here. Such a beautiful location…can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rodney w.

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

spring break escape

great location with private beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Easter weekend in San Simeon

Wonderful location. Peaceful with beautiful views of the ocean. We had the whole beach to ourselves. A quick drive to Cambria for great restaurants. Plenty of room to relax in the house. House was clean and well appointed with amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette R.

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

Great Getaway

The property is a great location, spectacular views and wildlife! Homey and cozy. The host provided good information and the accommodation was well stocked, teas, laundry detergent, etc. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kai T.

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

Great beachside escape

Spacious half of a duplex just up from the beach. Walkable to some restaurants and a quick drive to state parks and beaches, Cambria, elephant seals, and more.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jonathan P.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property was welcoming to pets. Had a very nice ocean view. Upon check-in to rental found property had a strong pet smell. We encountered several ticks inside the home during our visit. Plus, the television would not turn on. Overall, we were happy with our stay. Some improvements that could be made to help with issues mentioned above, install hardwood floors to eliminate pet odors and tick issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

San Simeon Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was exactly as described and pictured. We had a GREAT time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn B.

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

Returning for relaxation & coastal beauty

My spouse and I spent a couple nights here 15+ years ago for a getaway wine tasting trip (before having children) . We returned for 3-nights with our teenagers for a relaxing few days to wander along the beaches, hike, visit the elephant seals, and meander through Cambria's shops. It was once again a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

jennifer h.

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

Beautiful Views

Great area and location. Quite neighborhood. Only issue is third bed up stairs is not usable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget G.

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

Perfectly Lovely

Our family had such a wonderful time! This cute townhouse/condo was perfect for our family of four, plus one 4-legged family member. Easy access to a beautiful beach, incredible ocean view, comfortable beds, and well appointed kitchen. Can’t wait to go back. Thank you for opening your home to us!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

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

Motorcycle Trip

Very quaint well equipped place. Nice cozy fireplace with instant on switch. Nice walk down the coast and good restaurant within walking distance as well... nice neighbor too...!!! Recommended ...!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shirley P.

Annual Vacation at Seaside Escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a great rental and a great location. Just steps away for the ocean that allows dogs off leash. Great view of the ocean and beautiful views of the sunset.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scot O.

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

Frequent visitor

This is the 4th time that we have stayed at this property, spread over several years. Location is perfect, whether we want to walk the few steps to the beach, drive into Paso Robles for wine tasting, or visit Cambria just down the road. It's not fancy, but it is well maintained and very nice. Love that we can bring the dog, and they even provide separate dog towels and their is a small hose on the side of the house for post-beach dog activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Everett R.

3rd Stay in 5 Years

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Outstanding location, exceptionally clean, and we plan to return.It is time to consider an outside and inside paint job.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Great Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home and it’s location was a perfect getaway! It was very peaceful and relaxing. It will be our first choice for future getaway spots.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Peaceful Perfection

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The crashing waves put you to sleep at night and the view is spectacular. The place is spotless clean and has everything you need to feel at home and cook an amazing meal. Hiking trails just out the door and an almost private beach for two legged and four legged friends. We are so lucky to spend time at the perfect vacation rental.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronda R.

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

Relaxing & Beautiful Location

The condo is in a very nice location. It is attached to a second condo, but that was not a problem at all. This was the 2nd property in from the beach. Part of the view is obstructed by a two-story rental, but there is plenty of open space to see the ocean. The bedrooms are spacious and very comfortable. The kitchen had all of the basics we needed. My only slight complaint is that the management company does not reply to my message via the VRBO app. However, if you call, they do answer. My adult son and I had a very relaxing time there. We were glad to be able to bring our dog with us as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna C.

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

Beach house

Nice view from back deck to ocean with access to beach and open space. Good location for going to Cambria and day trips. Not much as far as restaurants and shops tight there but I didn't mind. Cambria farmers market was great if you’re there in summer. Duplex was quiet and clean. No streaming on tv just basic cable via dish though wifi worked well. I would have appreciated less worn pots and pans since I like to cook. Well worn. Beautiful area.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

Highly Recommend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an excellent experience at this property. It was exactly as depicted and promised. We thought we had a small problem because the sports channel was not offered in the cable package. I called the management office and within an hour the sports channel was added an available for me to watch the golf channel and Laker game. It’s our favorite place to stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jan O.

Always good

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We've stayed at this property many times, and it is always good. The only suggestion I might make is to use a scent-free laundry detergent and a scent-free dryer sheet when doing the laundry for those of us who happen to be scent-intolerant. The smell of Fabreeze is overwhelming. Also, the fans in both bathrooms do not work.