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Welcome to this charming vacation rental in downtown San Luis Obispo, where you'll discover a world of fabulous bars, restaurants, and shops. Unwind in the downstairs bathroom's large soaking tub or enjoy Central Coast evenings in your private backyard with outdoor dining area and comfortable loungers.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard

This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities and a garden. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a balcony and a sofa bed.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Lower Higuera, a neighbourhood in San Luis Obispo, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Avila Hot Springs and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our San Luis Obispo travel guide
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San Luis Obispo, CA

What's nearby

  • Bubblegum Alley
    Bubblegum Alley
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • B8ABM1 Ah Louis Store Chinese Historical Landmark Downtown San Luis Obispo California
    Ah Louis Store
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fremont Theater
    Fremont Theater
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station
    14 min walk
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • High Street Market & Deli
    2 min walk
  • Kreuzberg Coffee Company
    10 min walk
  • Lokum Turkish Coffee & Pastries
    11 min walk
  • Nautical Bean
    6 min walk
  • Old Slo BBQ Co.
    10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard located?

Located in Lower Higuera, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Emerson Park and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and Bubblegum Alley are also within 15 minutes. San Luis Obispo Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. Exactly as advertised. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is my 3rd time renting this lovely gem. Such a fabulous location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elegant house, excellent location, great communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Great location!

This location is extremely walkable to Downtown SLO
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

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

A great little place to stay

Location is fantastic, close to High Street Deli and very walkable to downtown. Place is really cute and had everything we needed. We brought our dogs and appreciated the enclosed back yard. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If I could give more stars for location I would! Walking distance to downtown SLO and an easy drive to campus or Pismo/Avila! The check-in process was completely seamless and the host checked in with me to make sure we were comfortable. The backyard was very pleasant to sit outside with some coffee! This is my 2nd stay here and I already have a 3rd booked to visit my Mustang!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

SLO nice!

Great location! Walk to downtown. Nice private backyard. Quirky layout but worked for us.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

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

One wonderful stay near downtown SLO

The property was clean with all the amenities that we needed. The neighborhood was sweet and just a very short walk from downtown. Our doggo liked the backyard and going for lots of walks.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cary C.

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

Cool and Funky

Layout is a bit funky but I liked it. Quiet neighborhood and walkable to downtown. Property manager is super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

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

Nice home and location

This property was very well described and no surprises. The location was also great…walking distance to the historic downtown. Very comfortable bed, updated appliances and perfect little enclosed backyard for our dog to stretch her legs off leash.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Great Stay and Management

The property is an ideal large apartment with stand alone backyard. Everything worked just fine. Plenty of storage for longer term stays (3 weeks for us) and we loved the location. Kitchen was well stocked and had all the necessary full size appliances. Leslie was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

randall s.

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

SLO visit

Comfy bed, great upstairs sitting room/kitchen. Fenced back yard for our dog
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Comfortable stay in SLO

The property was very comfortable and convenient. Great location. Within walking distance to downtown, restaurants and coffee shops. Easy to get on the highway to visit other areas. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking simple meals. The downstairs felt a bit cold compared to the upper floor but I was mostly down there to sleep and warm enough overnight with the bedding.
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

PATRICIA T.

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

SLO

Property was convenient to walk to downtown. Quite clean and well equipped. The layout different but manageable. Outside was great for dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly B.

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

Quaint and cozy bungalow stay in SLO

This property was perfect for just passing thru with our two dogs. Loved that the bedroom had a door to access the private backyard. Floors and backyard were a little dirty and the cleaning smell was strong throughout the house, but overall an enjoyable night stay made super easy by the management company.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

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

Great Accommodations!

My wife and I spent a few days here visiting our son at Cal Poly. The space was perfect for us and we chose it for the extra bathroom and sleeping space as an option to have him stay with us if he wanted. Although he didn’t, we loved the proximity to downtown, school, shops and everything SLO has to offer. Communication was fantastic - we will likely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Great Location!

We enjoyed our stay in San Luis Obispo. This place has a great location - cute neighborhood and easy walking distance to downtown. Everything was very clean, the kitchen was well equipped, and the supplies were high quality (TP, tissues, shampoo, etc.). The back yard was perfect for our dog. Stacy was very responsive and made sure we enjoyed our stay. We highly recommend it if it fits your needs!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jean J.

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

Great location

Great location and quiet. The house provided everything that I needed including nice walk into town. Because of the winter season, it was colder in the house than expected but was manageable. The bedroom downstairs is colder as there is no central air but was heated using a portable heater while the upstairs is heated by gas fireplace. Owner is responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachael G.

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

Quick SLO Getaway

A fun, unique property. The layout was a little quirky (we’re guessing a converted/reno’d garage?) but it was an attractive and well appointed property. Bonus points for the incredible downstairs bathroom aesthetic and pretty little yard! All in all a comfortable stay in a beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gwen B.

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

Great, walkable location in historic SLO

This property has what you need, most appreciated was the well equipped kitchen and washer/dryer. The tiny backyard is nice to enjoy coffee and the paper and the bed is comfortable. The layout is odd with the living space upstairs and bedroom open and on the entry level, the only usable shower is the upstairs one since it has a normal shower head--but you only need one, so that works too! Housing in this area is dense so you do hear a lot of other people around you, unless you close up all the windows.
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle O.

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

Great location in SLO

I thought the property was fine. It was needing some deeper cleaning. I don’t know how long it had been since someone had stayed there. There were cobwebs in some areas. The plants were neglected the outdoor area could’ve been more cleaned up but overall it was pretty nice. Great bathtub! I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

angela w.

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

Two story in great neighborhood

This place was newly built and had very modern, high-quality amenities. I loved that there was a Keurig upstairs and down keeping the upstairs private, if more than two people were staying in the suite. The kitchen upstairs was well equipped, but we stayed downstairs generally and ate out. The two-story set up is interesting but manageable. Great neighborhood to walk in after dinner or to walk from to go into town without having to worry about parking. We never needed AC, evenings were beautiful, cool and windows were screened. Parking space out front was easy and accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Margaret R.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mixed Review

Overall the property was well equipped and in a good neighborhood within walking distance to the downtown area. Our issue was with the disgusting mattress, if we hand not removed the sheets (not requested) we would never have seen the stains that were all over the mattress. Very disappointing.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute and clean house in a very walkable and quiet neighborhood! We were visiting our son at Cal Poly SLO and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evonne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay in San Luis Obispo — my hometown — and this VRBO made the visit even better. The property was spotless, comfortable, and perfectly located for enjoying everything SLO has to offer. It felt like coming home again. The hosts were responsive, thoughtful, and made check-in simple. Highly recommend for anyone wanting an authentic and relaxing SLO experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025