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Casa San Miguelito, Downtown Avila Beach│Steps from the Best Beach│Dog Friendly

Casa San Miguelito, Downtown Avila Beach│Steps from the Best Beach│Dog Friendly

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Meet Paisley, Our Dingo Rescue, which is why Casa San Miguelito is Dog Friendly!
CSM’s Concierge Services Team prides themselves in making your stay memorable!
Sail Away to Dreamland -- In CSM's spacious Master Bedroom.
The beautiful restored Casa San Miguelito is last historic building (circa 1896)
Beyond The Sea -- The nautically-themed second bedroom is ready for that nap!

Overview of Casa San Miguelito, Downtown Avila Beach│Steps from the Best Beach│Dog Friendly

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Avila Beach, CA
  • Popular LocationAvila Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationCentral Coast Aquarium4 min walk
  • Popular LocationAvila Beach Golf Resort14 min walk

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Casa San Miguelito, Downtown Avila Beach│Steps from the Best Beach│Dog Friendly

Relax in this spectacular historic beach house just steps from the water. Unique and still a Central Coast secret, Avila Beach, or ”AB” if you’re local, is always sunny and is pet friendly – like us! Book now and start a new lifestyle making Casa San Miguelito … your new beach home away from home!

This classic (built in 1896), three bedroom, one bathroom charming property is just a little over a block from the beach! Historic with a wide array of beautiful antique furniture, amenities include a stunning claw-foot tub, an authentic Gaffers & Sattler stove, and THE most luxurious queen beds and bedding – to add a touch of comfort and elegance to your escape from the hustle and bustle. While the beach is close, there are many things to do, including a nearby championship golf course, amazing mineral spas, local wine tasting, hiking and biking, the Central Coast Aquarium, the Point San Luis Lighthouse museum and more! Or you can choose to relax and cozy up with a glass of wine and a book in your front courtyard.

Casa San Miguelito is just a few steps from the Avila Beach Pier, and even closer to great restaurants and shopping, indulgent local ice cream, plus yummy wine tasting. On Fridays during the summer, you won't want to miss the Farmer’s Market that includes live bands, local cheese, lavender and pampering products, great tri-tip and fish tacos, and much more! Make Casa San Miguelito your Avila Beach destination for a weekend getaway, a week-long or month-long retreat.

** IMPORTANT NOTE FOR RATES ON HOLIDAYS, ATTIC SPACE, EVENTS & PETS:
- Rates & Fees are subject to change due to the number of nights, Peak vs. Non-peak dates, number of people with use of the Attic Bedroom (on this site VRBO uses "additional guests" for that cost), cleaning with 5-6 people, Holiday's, Spring/Winter Break, Central Coast/Cal Poly special events, or inclusion of Pets.
- Our Pet Fee is a per-pet fee and is based on breed, age and weight. It is a fee, rather than a deposit, and therefore, is non-refundable. Pet Fee: $250 (less than 26 lbs.), $300 (26-50 lbs.) and $350 (50+ lbs.). Under no circumstances are Pet(s) allowed on any of the furnishings including, but not limited to: beds, sofas, chairs, tables, etc. Further, Pet (s) are not allowed, under any circumstances, to climb upon any of the broken concrete terracing, stairs (except to enter the house), or planters. Unauthorized Pets on the premises constitute a breach of the reservation and will be billed separately and due upon receipt.
- Attic Bedroom: Unsupervised children, any food or drink on or in any part of the stairs and attic bedroom space is allowed.
- Major Holiday Reservations require a 4-night minimum at a higher Holiday Rate.
- There is an Event/Gathering Fee (i.e., outside guests that enter property without prior, written authorization by owner), depending on the type of event and/or gathering, ranging from $500-$3,500 (depending on the month and type of event and/or gathering).
- Non-booked visitors are not allowed on the premises at any time without prior, written authorization by the owner due to liability and health & safety reasons. Similarly, only authorized, registered guest vehicles are allowed on the premises.
- Our Cleaning Fee is a fee, and not a deposit, therefore, it is non-refundable and varies depending on the number of guests: 2-4 & NON-PEAK SEASON is $500-$700; 4-6 & PEAK Season & Stays longer than 4 days is $700-$900. Any unregistered guests on the premises will precipitate a $200 additional cleaning fee that is the responsibility of the registered guest. Cleaning is done in compliance with World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines for COVID-19
(https://www.cdc.gov/hygiene/cleaning/cleaning-your-home.html).
- CSM only accepts VRBO's Damage Protection, which is also non-refundable (by VRBO), but it covers up to $5000 (see above for more details).

Property manager

Sara Elena

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
No unsupervised on or in any part of the stairs.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
No parties are allowed beyond given consent.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 4 total)
No unauthorized pets allowed. Per-pet fee varies.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Including all electronic cigarettes.
Under no circumstances are Pet(s) allowed on any of the furnishings, including, but not limited to: beds, sofas, chairs, tables, etc.
Pet(s) are not allowed, under any circumstances, to climb upon any of the broken concrete terracing, stairs (except to enter the house), or planters.
Occupancy is restricted to the max. occupancy booked; no unauthorized occupancy, including friends or children, in or on any portion of the property.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: No parties are allowed beyond given consent.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Avila Beach

Located in Avila Beach, this cottage is in the city center and on the beach. Bob Jones City to Sea Bike Trail and Avila Beach Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Madonna Plaza Shopping Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Desire Sweet Shoppe, or check out an event or a game at Alex G. Spanos Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Avila Beach Community Center - 1 min walk
  • Avila Beach - 2 min walk
  • Central Coast Aquarium - 4 min walk
  • Avila Beach Golf Resort - 14 min walk
  • Avila Hot Springs - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 19 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Olive Garden - 10 min drive
  • Bottlecraft - 10 min drive
  • Blast & Brew - 9 min drive
  • Starbucks - 10 min drive
  • Mersea's - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa San Miguelito, Downtown Avila Beach│Steps from the Best Beach│Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Casa San Miguelito, Downtown Avila Beach│Steps from the Best Beach│Dog Friendly ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa San Miguelito, Downtown Avila Beach│Steps from the Best Beach│Dog Friendly ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa San Miguelito, Downtown Avila Beach│Steps from the Best Beach│Dog Friendly located?

Located in Avila Beach, this beachfront cottage is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Avila Beach Community Center, Avila Beach, and Desire Sweet Shoppe. Central Coast Aquarium and Bob Jones City to Sea Bike Trail are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical experience - not just a bed
Avila is beautiful and charming. This home, Casa San Miguelito, is something special. Sara Elena and Ara go many extra mikes to ensure you have an amazing experience. Our stay was an absolute treat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waffles’ Vacation
We loved staying at CSM. We were very comfortable and it was a great place to take our dog, Waffles. So close to the beach and the restaurants. Very clean and decorated adorably!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Esther N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cal Poly Alumni Weekend
This cottage was absolutely perfect in every way! Great location, very clean, and lot's of room outdoors to enjoy the weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely coming back to CSM !
The property was like a home away from home. I loved all the little touches . Everything was done with great love. The location was perfect. Sara and Ara were so helpful. Chilled beverages waiting when we arrived. Parking was perfect. A brewery and Wine tasting a block away. They even went all out to decorate for our Cal Poly Graduate. Balloons and chocolates and decorated donuts. It made it soooo special and much appreciated. Next time we will go for at least a week as four days was not enough to do everything we wanted too. It is a great location only 10 minutes to Whole foods , Trader Joes and Cal Poly and Friday night farmers market was a blast right in Avila.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Historic Cottage, Attentive Hosts
Updated Design-Focused Cottage just 5 minute walk to the beach. Location is ideal to restaurants and stores on beachfront, no need to drive to eat if you don't wish. Make sure to eat at Custom House in patio and Ocean Grill (salmon/brussels sprouts awesome). We visited with our dog Brook, she was welcomed with dog bowls, etc., and her own supply of treats for the next 5 days. Front/backyard fenced to keep her safe from wondering. Patio in front to do some people watching, patio outback for quiet time. Terraced backyard is given love and care; parking in front so no hassle to find a parking space. Close to wineries: we enjoyed Kelsey Vineyard, Autry Cellers. Within a few miles, a must visit is Avila Valley Barn: farmland with goats, ponies, sheep, chickens; produce, country market goodies.

About the host

Hosted by Sara Elena

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¡Hola! All this is because three people love each other; Nathalie (our daughter who enjoys hiking, SCUBA diving and long walks to the refrigerator), Ara (Nat's dad loves the Oakland A's and Hunter S. Thompson) & Sara (Nat's mom feels there is just not enough wine in this world) so please meet our familia. We live in the back house, which is 'upstairs' (68 to be exact). We love to travel, food, wine and the outdoors, but most of all we love helping our guests explore and enjoy the Central Coast.

¡Salud!

Why they chose this property

Our dear guests say it best: "You can tell from the moment you walk in the front door that the owners have poured their heart and soul in making Casa San Miguelito a special place." And, we have. This is -- and continues to be -- a true labor of love. We are NOT a typical vacation rental: We want all our guests to feel special and a part of our CSM familia. Therefore, we try to make their experience an enjoyable, everlasting memory from the moment they receive their Official Welcome Letter, that details what you can expect, to the "Until Your Next Visit" thank-you note and special gift that lets each guest know how appreciative we are that they chose CSM for their special stay!

What makes this property unique

It's quite a funny story why we chose to buy this property because, as we share with each guest, we feel like Casa San Miguelito in Avila Beach really chose us! Like many of our guests, we didn't even know Avila Beach existed before a chance turn-off of Highway 101. The Beach Boys sang about Pismo Beach, but in our opinion, the real gem is Avila. Little did we know the tremendous support we would receive from the locals in watching us rehabilitate this beautiful beach cottage (mostly done by the three of us) and how living in this small, quaint community would remind us about being polite to everyone, putting your worries into perspective, taking time to breath in the fresh air ... and being grateful. Our sincere hope is that our guests, after meeting us and experiencing one of the last historical beach homes in AB, feel the same way! Fortunately, they do and that reminds us of why we chose this special part of paradise!
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