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Mountain Top | Best View In SLO!

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Your private deck - Mountain and Ocean View!
View from the Irish Hills House - 100X better in real life!
Kitchen - Prepare a gourmet meal and eat under a star filled sky?
Dining Area - Dinner for six long lost friends?
Upstairs Beds - Chic Room for family or friends! (3 queen beds for 2 people)
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Popular LocationIrish Hills Natural Reserve16 min drive
  • Popular LocationAvila Hot Springs25 min drive
  • Popular LocationCalifornia Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo25 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Mountain Top | Best View In SLO!

SAN LUIS OBISPO: “THE HAPPIEST PLACE IN AMERICA”

The "Irish Hills House" at the top of Prefumo Canyon has the Best View in SLO with stunning 180-degree views stretching from ocean, valley, mountain and cityscape. This spot is about the incredible view, convenient proximity to SLO and Cal Poly, central location between LA & SF and surrounding activities and experiences.

Best view in SLO (15 minutes to downtown): Most common guest comment, "The photos do not do the views justice!". You can get to know the property at @bourbonandcider (your four legged Golden Retriever Assistant Hosts) and @visitvista (the official IG) - we post daily!

Live Streaming View Cam: video.nest.com/embedded/live/2tkQBg6Tcj?autoplay=1

Our pet-friendly vacation rental has two bedrooms with a king bed downstairs and three queen beds upstairs. We store an additional reserve queen size futon, roll away bed and a 2014 'Pack n' Play' for babies. There are bathrooms on each level, a large outfitted modern kitchen and a large outdoor deck. There are great views from every window!

The coastal retreat halfway between LA and SF is a short 15 minute scenic drive to downtown SLO (Thursday Night Farmer’s Market, restaurants, nightlife etc.) and beautiful Avila Beach (spectacular beach, pier, shops, wineries, etc). Famous Avila and Sycamore Mineral Springs offer a therapeutic experience in a group setting or privately in secluded tubs set amongst the tree-canopied hillside. You are in a serene and peaceful setting, but not too far from all the action!

We are on 8 mountain top acres with world class views, hikes and wildlife right outside your door. Barbecue, share a meal and wine on the deck or picnic down by the raised garden beds. We invite our guests to enjoy fresh vegetables and eggs from the gardens and henhouse, so help yourself! In addition to our chickens, we have a pet tortoise named 'Walter' and a Koi Pond in front of the Irish Hills House.

The vacation rental is well suited to romantic & girls getaways, family friendly & cal poly parents stays, adventure seekers & coastal journeys.

This is a dedicated VRBO, which is professionally cleaned before each guest's arrival with clean and fresh, sheets and towels. The house is maintained in pristine condition in preparation to offer a 'hotel-clean' experience amongst breathtaking mountain-top views in nature and tranquility.

The Irish Hills House is across a deck from our main home. We respect boundaries and the experience is intimate and free of distraction.

We run almost full occupancy, so if you see an opening and you are ready - please feel free to Instant book! Also, please feel free to follow up with any questions (none are silly :) ) you might have!

See you soon!

Ryan (Bourbon and Cider)

* Complimentary Tesla charging station.
* Two car MAXIMUM unless otherwise arranged.

FEATURES:

- Baby-friendly
- Super Dog friendly :)
- Best views in SLO!
- 12 minutes to SLO or Avila
- INTERNET is Robust: Speeds are at least 100 Mb/s down and 30 Mb/s up with low latency. We carry a three way aggregated feed for redundancy and speed: 1. Ranch Wifi Static 2. Ranch Wifi Dynamic 3. STARLINK Beta (SpaceX). We have a Ubiquiti Router and Switch with Unifi APs (Access Points) providing full coverage throughout. We have never experienced issues with many devices simultaneously streaming. Internet is strong.
- Flat Screen TV's (Downstairs & Upstairs)
- DIRECTV (175+ Channels) with HBO, Showtime and NFL "Sunday Ticket"
- DVD + Netlix + Hulu Plus + Pandora
- Weber BBQ
- Bonavita drip coffee (Beans, grinder & filters), Keurig (k-pods), French Press
- Raised garden beds & complimentary vegetables
- Henhouse & complimentary eggs
- Clean and fresh linens and towels
- TESLA Charging Station (complimentary)
- No Deposit Necessary

ACCOMMODATIONS:

- 2-5 (Lots of Space!), 6-8 (A little tight!), 9+ (Better be good friends!)
- 1 king bed (downstairs) & 3 queen beds (upstairs - 2 in one room and 1 in a smaller area) + Extra Beds (luxury Milliard queen futon, luxury Milliard double futon, 39 inch rollaway bed and large couch with wide sleeping area).
- FYI - Guests always ask: Beds are Slumber Solutions Choose Your Comfort 14-inch Gel Memory Foam Mattress from Overstock :)

PRICING:

Basic (2 people): $275/night
Cleaning Fee: $75 (Applied once per trip)
Extra people: $50/person/night after 2 guests
Infants under 18 mos. $25/infant/night
Dogs: $25/dog/night

COVID-19 SAFETY: We continue to be vigilant with Covid-19 procedures and protocols. I am a heart transplant recipient (immunosuppressed), sit on the Stanford Hospital's Heart Transplant Board and mentor perspective transplant recipients, so I understand your concerns and the associated practices with being safe. Our cleaning team have been with us for 6 years and all surfaces are cleaned, disinfected and sanitized. Masks are optional and this unique space provides for privacy, space and confidence when mask free. The air is clean up here and it really is a place to feel secure, recharge and retreat. :)

This is a special place to fine tune your physical and mental health with family and friends amongst the ocean, mountain, valley and city vistas. The views from the top of the mountain are truly unforgettable. Irish Hills House is an inclusive place which we have priced to be accessible for everyone, we operate at full occupancy and it’s our goal to provide positively memorable experiences for all who visit us. We appreciate if you chose to be our guest and we not take your visit for granted.

Sincerely,

Ryan (Bourbon and Cider)

Property manager

Ryan, Bourbon and Cider
Premier Host
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Languages

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Gatherings considered, check with host (Ryan) :)

Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs are allowed $25 per dog / night

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking Outside ok.
No Smoking Indoors No Loud Parties

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

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Gatherings considered, check with host (Ryan) :)
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Luis Obispo

Located in San Luis Obispo, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Avila Hot Springs and Pismo Beach Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Morro Bay State Park, or check out an event or a game at Alex G. Spanos Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Luis Obispo, CA

What's nearby

  • Irish Hills Natural Reserve - 16 min drive
  • Madonna Plaza Shopping Center - 20 min drive
  • Bubblegum Alley - 22 min drive
  • Avila Hot Springs - 25 min drive
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 23 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 20 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill - 20 min drive
  • Burger King - 18 min drive
  • Starbucks - 20 min drive
  • Copper Cafe - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Top | Best View In SLO! pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Top | Best View In SLO!?

As of 12 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Top | Best View In SLO! on 7 Jun 2024 start from £306.89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Mountain Top | Best View In SLO!?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Top | Best View In SLO!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Top | Best View In SLO! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Montaña de Oro State Park, Irish Hills Natural Reserve, and Laguna Lake Park. Morro Bay State Park and San Luis Obispo Children's Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
What a view
This comfortable property has stunning views. It is very well equipped. Coming from UK it was really helpful to have sugar, spices, oil etc to save buying all for ourselves. Ryan is a charming host and keen to make stay as good as possible. We loved our time here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Chloe W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home! Fantastic views and remote location
We loved our stay with Ryan. The views are phenomenal and homely welcome. Great kitchen facilities and amazing coffee provided. Loved the homely touches such as Netflix, friendly welcome, Bourbon and Cider and facilities. One area for improvement is the bedding and some towels were stained. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Frank H.

Fine house. Stunning views & hilltop air.
This is a beautiful property in an amazing location with views for miles and miles over the hills around St Louis Obispo and even out to the coast. The house appears quite spacious and is generally very well equipped. Ryan and Anna were extremely welcoming and were very easy to communicate with. They encouraged us to use the balcony pictured in their main photo, even though it seemed to belong more to their own accommodation than to the rental house. The same applied to their gas barbecue. They were away the weekend we stayed, so it was easy for us to take them at their word. As a family of five, we found the sleeping facilities more than adequate. However, the second upstairs bedroom is essentially a large box-room and needs a window in the roof to provide natural light and ventilation. Given the otherwise generous standard of fixtures and fittings, we were surprised not to have access to a washing machine. If that was because of the drought conditions we would have accepted a frank explanation. However, these points are just minor suggestions for improvement and certainly would not prevent us booking again. I cannot imagine that we could have stayed anywhere more special in the area. Feeling trusted also added greatly to the enjoyment of our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Eddie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property, great hosts!
Can't beat the view! Watching the sunset from the deck was as good as it gets. Ryan is a great host and made us feel right at home. Bourbon and Cider are such good boys and made us feel like family!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Liz d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Amazing views with amazing friends!
Great time with long time girl friends! It was an adventure getting there but well worth the million dollar views! Thank you Ryan, Bourbon & Cider for being great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ryan, Bourbon and Cider

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Favorite things are our home and friends, especially Bourbon and Cider who are rescued Goldens and the sweetest dogs! We love visiting the local beaches, preparing meals and enjoying the other animals including Walter the Tortoise, Chickens and Koi.

Favorite place is Big Sur, movies at the Sunset Drive-In in SLO, when friends visit and preparing meals with vegetables from the gardens, local farm stands and farmer's markets.

We love to visit off the beaten path places, meet the locals and blend in. Favorite fancy place is Ventana in Big Sur.

We get excited when we get good reviews and positive comments at our VRBO's. We truly love the serenity and views here and are very happy to have the opportunity to share this place with travelers from around the world. We appreciate and do not take for granted that guests chose us, stay with us and like the experience.

We love serving guests, maintaining and improving the vacation rentals every day, helping others create, plan and execute new ideas, planning trips and getaways and purchasing unnecessary products, services and anything else they sell on Amazon Prime.

We are grateful for the gift of life Ryan received on November 2, 2015 when he was given a heart transplant. We enjoy the wonderful people who visit us.

Ryan (Bourbon and Cider)

Why they chose this property

Best all round vacation rental in SLO based on reviews (experience and rating). This is a countryside luxury escape with outstanding views on top of a mountain half way between LA and SF at the gates of the Pacific Highway through Big Sur and 10 minutes from SLO (Whole Foods, Costco, Bevmo, etc. Downtown, Farmer's Markets, Cal Poly, etc.) - Secluded and peaceful, close to SLO, unforgettable views, new luxury everything - Perfect.

What makes this property unique

Incredible memories. We appreciate your choice to stay with us, we don't take it for granted and will do what it takes to enhance your experience. We have a very high re-visit rate.

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French

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