Five Exclusively You, Delicious Staycations In SLO County
We get it – boarding a plane or a train right now is daunting (and often not advised unless necessary) but you’re still itching to get away. We’re all trying to stay safe, but stay sane as well. So for many of us, staying in rental properties found through online services like Airbnb and Vrbo are the popular travel alternative, and luckily many insanely beautiful options are right here in the county. Some even come with the added benefits of extra privacy, spare accommodations or onsite experiences. Here are a few options around SLO County that are calling our names:
Greengate Ranch House
San Luis Obispo, CA
Greengate Ranch and Vineyard offers a variety of housing options (there are multiple homes to choose from!) to enjoy a stay on this sprawling and stunning property that was once a world class horse facility. The Greengate Ranch House, located in the heart of San Luis Obispo wine country, offers a home-away-from-home spot to enjoy with the family, surrounded by rolling hills with a 360-degree view of vineyards, old growth trees, and ranch lands. With a kitchen fit for a chef, a large family room with a fireplace and a game room with a bar, this is a luxury vacation in our backyards.
Stepladder Creamery’s Big House
Cambria, CA
Stepladder Creamery’s Big House is a great option for a private getaway, and boy, do we mean private. Located in the Cambria hills about 5 miles off of San Simeon State Beach and up a country road, the 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom house is located on Stepladder Ranch, known for its working creamery and avocado farm, offering tons of outdoor space to explore. Trying to get away from chatter and posts about the pandemic? Peacefully sit on the front patio to watch the sunset over the scenic landscape of the Santa Lucia Mountains and Pacific Ocean – that can take any care away.
Croad Vineyards Ranch House
Paso Robles, CA
Welcome to a fully immersive wine country experience, complete with wine tasting and waking up among the vineyards, at this newly remodeled ranch house at the entrance of Croad Vineyards and Winery. With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the house can accommodate up to 8 guests comfortably. Included in guests’ stays are 2 bottles of premium estate wine as well as a complimentary tasting at the winery each day for guests ages 21 and up. Yes please.
The Groves on 41
Templeton, CA
The family owned and operated olive ranch The Groves on 41 has been building their experience of olive oil tastings and entertaining since 2010. Located off of Highway 41, Groves on 41 offers a personal experience with a relaxing stay at their on-site vacation rental. I mean, who can say they’ve awoken on a working olive farm? Known for the ‘porch time’ experience, this rental is surrounded by thousands of olive trees offering privacy with lots of surrounding space for entertaining, or exploring, with the family. With a wood-burning fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, and a large backyard, the rental is great for a recharge.
The Trailer Pond at Alta Colina
Paso Robles, CA
The Trailer Pond at Alta Colina Vineyard is an adored private location to enjoy an adult weekend getaway. It’s located on the 130-acre organically farmed Alta Colina Vineyard, offering a fun and unique way to enjoy Paso Robles wine country. The pond hosts 5 boutique Tinker Tin vintage trailers, uber-cozy and ‘gram ready. Stay, sip on Alta Colina wine, and enjoy the views of the Paso Robles Adelaida District. Single trailers as well as group trailers are available to ensure you are comfortable and cared for.
