A small, beautiful coastal town situated on the Central California Coast on the amazing Pacific Coast Highway, Cayucos is a perfect destination to enjoy beach holidays in natural laid-back settings. This census-designated place features homey, pleasant beach vibe attracting several families every year for refreshing vacations. This town on San Luis Obispo County’s coast is a tranquil place which you would long to visit to escape from the daily stresses. You can find here wonderful antique shops displaying lovely marine-themed crafts. Cayucos offers you a plethora of fun-filled activities at the beach to enjoy. Don’t miss the thrill of surfing on azure waters. Go for hiking and tide pooling on the coastal cliffs here. Stroll on the beach sensing the scent of the ocean. And, staying in the vicinity can help you explore Cayucos conveniently. You can find some best vacation rentals in Cayucos, California, in the USA to choose to stay in while holidaying here. Read on to learn all about them.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Modern house with beach views (from USD 496)
Stay peacefully in this spacious, modern accommodation featuring a fully equipped kitchen and free WiFi. You can savor the meal by sitting in the living room with an exceptional view of the beach. The house has a game room, pool table, and puzzles for your entertainment during your stay here. If you feel like staying in, you can also watch daily soap on the television while munching on a snack.
Your furry friend can accompany you in this house, making your stay more fun.
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great view of beach and pier from the second floor living room and balconypool table was fun and the view was lovelythe pool table and corn hole were definitely highlights for our familyit had everything we needed including a pool table that added a lot of funcomfortable clean complete kitchen room for manyCleanliness:
the house was clean and well equippedpet friendly barbeque-ready clean property with olenty of amenitieseverything is very clean the owners are greatHost:
wonderful and friendly owners who live nearbythe kitchen is amazing the hosts were very helpful and accommodatingthe owners are just a door away and were so helpfuldoug is a lovely host and the whole area is super dog friendly (no breed or weight restrictions)we loved everything about this house location hospitality of the ownerRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfect as it is walking distance to everythingfantastic the location and proximity to the beach is perfectgreat location view of the beach quick walk to the shore restaurants right down the street and morepro tip: the gas station on the corner has delicious breakfast burritoscoffee shops minimart/gas station antiques foooooood and gift shops are all a minute walk away
2. Charming home amidst the nature (from USD 499)
If you’re a nature enthusiast, this creekside home will steal your heart with its view of beautiful trees from the living room. You can dip your toes in the sands in no time since Cayucos State Beach is less than a mile from here. After returning, make yummy French toast in the fully equipped kitchen.
You can have a chill gathering session in the lovely living room with a large window. Then, at night, warm yourself by the fireplace in the living room while the barbeque is being cooked on the balcony.
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overall cleanliness could be improvedclean & stocked with everything you forgot to bringRead more reviewsLocation:
the house was conveniently located and we had fun at several different beaches close bythe house is fantastic and the perfect locationcomfortable for hanging out and close to the beach if you want to hang thereall in all a great place to stay
3. Ocean-view home with a cozy fireplace (from USD 323)
For your morning dose of sun, just walk a few steps from this home and you’ll reach the beautiful beach. Inside, you can enjoy some cereal from your living room, watching the ocean from the balcony and panoramic windows. You can also watch your favorite show on the television, sitting on the turquoise-colored cushions.
Put your feet on the deck and watch dolphins and whales passing in the water. You can sit by the wood-burning fireplace in the living room and chat with your friends using free WiFi.
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beds were average but cozy and amenities were older but clean and comfortabledining table view is awesome as the weather tends to be too windy to eat outsidei wish the bathrooms were more up-to-dateRead more reviewsHost:
the manager was very responsivepeople in the town are friendly and it's a nice place to relax and recharge
4. Elegant oceanfront home with a full kitchen (from USD 243)
This home boasts a charcoal grill, game room, and full kitchen, making your stay comfortable. It’s a perfect get-together spot for those who want to spend their holiday by the beach and with plenty of outdoor activity. You will walk only a few steps to the pier, where you can get a nice tan and have a picnic. In addition, you can enjoy kayaking, hiking, and more if you’re a sports enthusiast.
After returning from a fun-filled day, sit back and catch up on a television show or play pool with your family or friends. Then, you can make fresh juice and drink on the balcony watching the waves gushing forward.
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it was clean organized and so well prepared and stocked for whatever a group would want to do
5. Elegant condo with spectacular ocean views (from USD 197)
Are you planning vacations in Cayucos with your entire family or a big group of friends? If yes, this spacious condominium for eight guests can be a perfect choice for a relaxing stay. Admire the beauty of the ocean, as this Cayucos beach rental is just a block away from the sea. Settle back in its magnificent interiors. It offers you free internet access, a DVD player, a television, video/DVD libraries, etc. for your recreation. Its well-equipped kitchen helps you prepare healthy and fresh meals daily. Plan to visit Estero Bay nearby to watch breath-taking views of coves and marine life.
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The kitchen was the toughestwell equipped kitchen comfy bedsThe pictures and description are accurateand the kitchen is well equippedComfortable home partial ocean view & off street parkingHost:
they did not respond to the issues we brought to their attentiongeneral minor cleaning issues and clocks DVD players andHouse was nice close to beach Cayucos is a cool place to relax nice beach to look for glassWhen ants (not a lot of them but more than enough ) made their appearance we were not surprisedso we bought some as we stayed two weeks and wanted to clean the bathrooms Highly recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
The quiet location 1/2 block from the beach walk into townThere are a handful of good restuarants within walking distanceWe loved being two blocks from the beach and 2 short blocks to the downtown areaGreat location almost in center of Cayucos and near beach Property generally in good shape but a little touch up painting in interior would make it nearly perfectThe online description is accurate Just two blocks to the downtown area pier and beach
6. Sweet duplex in the heart of Cayucos (from USD 226)
This lovely upstairs duplex present in the historic Saltbox house of the 1880s is a great seaside retreat for a small family to enjoy a beach vacation in Cayucos. Located in the center of the fascinating town, it’s near local shops and restaurants. This sunny duplex rental offers you modern facilities, such as a TV, free internet access, a shared dryer and washer, a DVD player, to ensure your comfortable stay here. Spend leisure time at Cayucos Beach and pier which are just 100 yards (91.44 meters) away from here.
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The couch and chair are not comfortableThe queen size bed and bedding could use an updateThe breeze that came in the window was perfect and no air conditioning was neededThe beds are cozy and there is a nice kitchenWe had a view of the ocean from our living room window Snug second floor apartment was comfortable and had all the basicsCleanliness:
Master bedroom gets very bright very early Bring eye shieldIt was clean and met our needsHost:
so many things on the map that are not too far awayLock box was hard to operate and email instructions sketchy
Bring extra toilet paper and kleenex (just in case )It just needs some love with a decent upgrade in the bathroom and furniture departmentYou can not go wrong here though you have the small town with a handful of decent restaurantsRead more reviewsLocation:
Great location steps from the beach and shopsPerfect location- walking distance to beach and downtownSo cute and just a 2 minute walk to the beachis the location--just steps from the ocean pier and restaurantsthe beach and pier is a stones throw away and
7. Spacious haven by the beach (from USD 205)
Looking for a comfy vacation rental beside the beach in Cayucos? If yes, then this charming accommodation can be a perfect choice. Whether you are a solo traveler, couple, or a family with kids and pets, this vacation rental, which is just two minutes away from the shore, can accommodate you easily. It features completely furnished two bedrooms, a kitchen, a new deck with outside seating and grill, a living area, and a dining room with sweeping views of the sea and Morro Rock. A 20-minute drive from here will take you to Hearst Castle.
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the furnishings were great and the wi-fi worked beyond expectationsamazing view we watched whales while having breakfastloved the views from the bedroom and living rooma well stocked kitchen great view comfy beds and linensi could sit in the living room or bedroom and look out a huge window to see the oceanCleanliness:
sparkling clean and sunnythe shower was very cleanthis place is very clean and quietit was very clean and easy to findthe place was clean and was updatedHost:
the neighbors were all friendly and kindthe host is easy to connect with and very responsive to all emailssuper easy communication with the hosti expect an airbnb superhost to be more compassionate understanding and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfect for walking the town enjoying shopping and beachit was a perfect location and very peacefulbeautiful location and perfect little townin walking distance to beach and downtown which was great for usgreat location with a wonderful view and close to town
8. Cozy coastal paradise (from USD 128)
If you are a couple or solo adventurer, this cozy apartment in Cayucos can help you enjoy a comfortable stay near the ocean. Outdoor space in the front of the apartment welcomes you to this coastal paradise. It features a great living area with ample comfy seating, a well-equipped kitchenette, one bedroom, and one bathroom keeping your comfort on priority. Also, you get to access an ironing board, folding chairs, linens, fans, a flashlight, a microwave, a small refrigerator, etc. here. Make sure you visit Elephant Seal Rookery, which is about 28 miles (45.06 kilometers) from here for fun sightseeing tours.
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great stay with truly comfortable amenitiesquaint cozy cottage is perfectly centralized for fun daily adventuresthe outside couch converts to a bed so this place is very comfortable for 2 peoplevery cute unit with an ocean view from the bedroom and bathroomnice comfortable place minutes from downtown cayucos---we biked downCleanliness:
clean and quiet spacevery clean and comfortablevery clean and convenientvery clean and comfortablethe space was clean and freshHost:
very nice hosts as wellemily is very nice & helpfulemily is an extremely hospitable and responsive hosthouse and host's were great and provided everything we needed for a wonderful weekend getawayemily’s place exceeded expectations great host great spotRead more reviewsLocation:
great location a bike ride away from everythinggreat location and comfortable placecute location had a great timeclose to many fun things to doclose to other fun beach towns
9. Oceanfront sanctuary with balcony (from USD 381)
Situated on Pacific Avenue a few steps away from the beach, this upper-level seaside Cayucos home rental is a fantastic retreat to stay in during your excursion. It features a well-furnished balcony for you to settle back. Don’t miss the wonderful opportunity to spot whales and dolphins diving in the water when relaxing here. Warm up yourself by sitting beside the fireplace. This vacation rental also offers you modern facilities such as free internet access, a flat-screen TV, a DVD player, etc. to help you stay entertained and comfortable while vacationing here. Plan a trip with your family to Paul Andrew Park, a pleasant park in the neighborhood.
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the best part of this property was the view from the balcony and kitchen/living room areasuper quiet at night and plenty of roomCleanliness:
very clean and nice roomsthe house is spotless cleanbathrooms could use a make over but are clean and functionalthe home itself is very clean and comfortablethere is only a small convenience store in town the property is well-maintained and cleanRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazing--overlooking the beach and short walk to the very cute downtownwe'd definitely like to come back to this placeit was a perfect place to relax
10. Cozy studio near the beach (from USD 119)
This cozy studio one block from the beach has two beds and can comfortably sleep up to five guests. With its cozy ambiance and thoughtfully appointed decorations, this place is ideal for couples, lone travelers, and even small families with children. However, pets are not allowed. The garage-turned-studio unit has an open plan space, heater, bathroom, fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. The property has a fenced-in yard, so you can bring your own surfboards or bicycles and store them without worry. There is also a heated outdoor shower where you can wash off the sand after a day on the beach.
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the place was comfortable and had all of the necessary amenitiesevery question was answered in minutes and we appreciated the local guidance in the roomnice space with lots of roomcoffee maker extra toiletries beach towels and sweaters for moments of overcast making stay more comfortablealso whilst we appreciate there wasn't a kitchen there was a fridge microwave and water heaterCleanliness:
super clean and cozyvery clean and as describedspace was very clean with quaint touchesthe space was clean and cozythe space was very clean and welcomingHost:
host was very responsivehost was very kind and welcominghost is responsive and friendlyshe was very friendly and accommodating she even invited us along to her workout class and a hikelaura was a great host and was attentive to our needsRead more reviewsLocation:
the house is located in a pleasant residential street very close to the beachreally cute and spacious room private and super close to the beacha pretty place in a very nice locationthis is a neat little spot near major attractions on central coastreally cute place super close to the beach and the highway
11. Lovely suite with an outdoor hot tub overlooking the ocean (from USD 219)
Another rental worth considering for your next trip to Cayucos, California is this charming suite located right on the beach across the much sought-after downtown area. The suite has a king bed which is perfect for couples. Inside this private abode, you will find a plush sofa by the fireplace where you and your partner can spend some quality time together. It also features a fully stocked kitchenette and a shared game room with ping-pong, billiards, and pool tables. Outside, you may enjoy taking in stunning ocean views from the hot tub located on the balcony. You will also be provided with bikes, surrey, and beach gear should you want to explore the area.
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nice coffee shop down stairs with very good coffee and huge breakfast burritos that were yummyfurniture and furnishings were clean and comfortablenice cozy place with a view of the beach and the piergorgeous room with lovely views & a great locationthe ocean view suite was extremely comfortable (especially the bed - like a cloud )Cleanliness:
very clean and would stay there againsuper clean and easy to findeverything was clean and comfortable and we appreciated the blackout shadesfabulous we loved everything about this property spotlessly clean comfortable and very well appropriatedvery clean great location and amenitiesHost:
the host is very responsivetaylor is a wonderful hostthe hosts are wonderful and very helpful if neededawesome host and awesome place loved everything about itthe family was attentive prompt and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fantasticthe location is wonderfulgreat location and great valuegreat location walking distance to everything you might want to donice apartment in a great location
Enjoy fun-filled coastal holidays in Cayucos
All these vacation rentals are well-designed to ensure you enjoy a refreshing stay while vacationing in Cayucos. So, don’t stress yourself thinking about your accommodation. Just choose and book one of these vacation rentals in Cayucos, California, in the USA and get set to revel in this coastal paradise during your holidays.
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