Sandwiched between the magnificent Pacific Ocean and Highway 1, Cayucos is a lovely laid-back seaside town in the state of California. The charming town is popular among the tourists for its endless outdoor activities including sunbathing, tide pooling, surfing, and of course, swimming. It boasts about 9.7 km (6 mi) of gorgeous white sandy sea beach stretching up to the well-known Morro Rock. Perfect for a relaxing family vacation, the town boasts a beach with superb tourist-friendly facilities. These include a number of restrooms. ample parking space, outdoor showers, and plenty of picnic facilities. If you are a foodie, a crab hash or a mouthwatering prawn omelet at Sea Shanty is the perfect way to begin your day. Also, visit the Cass House. which is a famous farm-to-table restaurant, known for its gastronomical delights. In case you are in pursuit of a homey accommodation, book yourself in one of these best Vrbo vacation rentals in Cayucos, California.
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 February 04, 2024.
1. Oceanfront cottage with a backyard (from USD 800)
Enjoy a blissful holiday in this lovely spacious cottage, which is strategically set in front of the beach. Ideal for eight persons, it offers stunning views of the ocean and features three well-decorated bedrooms along with two modern bathrooms. The kid-friendly vacation rental has wood floors and enables excellent surfing from its backyard itself. You will not be missing your favorite programs as the host offers a TV with cable/satellite channels. Other amenities include fireplace, parking space, Wi-Fi access, heater, and washer & dryer.
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The kids had the upstairs room and the adults had the 2 bedrooms on the first floorThe view when you enter the cottage is just spectacularIt felt like we had our own private beach in the backyard and the kids loved the tide pools near byThe cottage is CLEAN with everything you need to make your stay enjoyablea beautiful oceanfront cottage was the perfect place to spend our 40th AnniversaryCleanliness:
In total we had 4 adults and 4 children and the property was perfect for this groupWhat a clean and nicely decorated homeThe house was absolutely charming and relaxing The perfect escape for our familyHost:
They make their cottage so welcoming Thank youthis year Always immaculate and easy and a pleasure to communicate with the ownersthen we expected We would recommend to friends and family and have already sent the information to a friend after talking about the great time we hadWe love love this place Can not wait to come backThe house had everything we needed from 2 different coffee makers and all the kitcken utensils and tools you would need; we made most meals at the house and only when out once during the week we we...Read more reviewsLocation:
We have stayed in multiple places in the area and this by far was the bestThis summer I decided to look further north and found this propertyThe best Italian restaurant serving chicken parmesan is there in the middle of Cayucos David and Lauren are great hostsWe has the best time ever The beach house was just amazing and had everything we neededIt's a one mile beach walk into the town
2. Pet-friendly home near Morro Strand State Beach (from USD 238)
Imagine enjoying your seaside vacation in this beautiful beach cottage, which is only a few steps from the popular Morro Strand State Beach. Enjoy the beauty of the sea and sand whenever you feel like with your entire family as the cottage is suitable for as many as six persons, Sit on the front deck every morning with a cup of tea or coffee as you observe the waves hitting the coast continuously. Featuring two modern bedrooms and two bathrooms, the pet-friendly accommodation offers a host of facilities like fireplace, parking space, Wi-Fi access, heater, washer and dryer, and TV with satellite or cable channels.
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The home is immaculate and very comfortable to stay inThe beds are great and the kitchen is fully stocked with everything you could possibly want except a ladleWe enjoyed our family spring break in your beach cottageThe beach is close and the town is cute and quirky as a beach town should beThe kitchen is stocked with every need and the guest book is filled with suggestions for dining touring and recreatingCleanliness:
The place was so clean newly renovated and perfectly laid out with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathHome was clean and had everything you neededThe deck view is amazing and the house so wonderfully decoratedHost:
Greg and Cindy have done an amazing job with their beach houseGreg and cindy are so very friendly and will to help out however they canHearst Castle and Elephant SealsCindy and Greg couldn't be any nicer and gave us recommendations on restaurantsWe cannot wait to go back and experience true paradiseRead more reviewsLocation:
Such a great place to stay with the beach just across the road located close to many great places to visit Hopeso we liked that we were close a drive to Cayucas downtownEasy walk to beach and also easy backroad bicycle path to downtown Will not hesitate to stay here next time the beach is calling Thanks to Cindy and Greg for sharing their retreatThis was a great place to explore the central coast from Hearst Castle and Piedras Blanca Lighthouse to the 5 cities The house was well laid out and perfect for two couples"A ShoreThing" is a gem and "beachy-keen "
3. Well-appointed home with a beach access (from USD 375)
Stay in this lovely home for eight, which offers you gorgeous vistas of the mighty Pacific Ocean, as well as the lush green hills. In short, the accommodation offers you the perfect ambiance to spend a tranquil and relaxing vacation. You will be also close to a number of facilities like shopping, antique stores, and a saloon. Also, explore other attractions such as Morro Bay while staying here. Conveniences on offer include a TV with satellite or cable channels, Wi-Fi access, parking space, heater, and washer and dryer. Kids are also welcome in this vacation rental.
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our teenagers enjoyed the extra living space downstairs near the bunk roomThe home had plenty of spaceIt was cold rainy and overcastWe walked into town rode bikes & enjoyed the sweet little town of CayucosGreat house close to everything plenty of roomCleanliness:
Very clean and close to the beachThe house was clean and included all the essentialsVery spacious very clean would stay there againHost:
Beautiful home Would definitely rent again House is well stocked with linens and kitchen necessitiesNeeded more trash bags but made do throwso we could unpack all our surfing and boogie boarding gearWe had 3 generations in the house & had plenty of room for everyone to play & relaxWe arrived late at night and found the outside light on and the key just where the owner had told usRead more reviewsLocation:
Wonderful location Convenient to everythingNice place close se to the beach in a very quiet neighborhoodA walk to town and the pier is only 15-20 minutes and minutes drivingThe access to a beautiful beach was right at the end of the street and a short walk to the nice little town and pierThe house is stocked with just about everything one needs
4. Luxurious retreat best for families (from USD 390)
If you are planning to travel with a large family and are in pursuit of a great beach home, look no further, This spacious, pet-friendly, and kid-friendly vacation rental enjoys close proximity to the beach and is suitable for eight persons at a time, Perfect for weekend getaways, the beautiful home offers superb views of the famous Morro Rock and the Ocean. The custom accommodation is loaded with a number of exciting features such as a deck from you can marvel at the lovely sunsets, barbecue facility, and so on. Simply relax and spend a memorable stay here with your dear ones, You will be also not far off from surf shops, restaurants. a jewelry shop, and antique stores while staying in this house. Facilities on offer are a fireplace, parking space, Wi-Fi access, heater, washer and dryer, and TV with satellite/cable channels.
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this place is great great view nicely furnished and so comfortablethe beds were pretty comfortablehome was beautiful clean & comfortable the view was absolutely gorgeous the homeowner was very nice & helpfulCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableHost:
they’ve done a great job refurbishing and it’s so user friendlypamela was kind and communication was responded to very quickly and kindlyRead more reviewsLocation:
fabulous house close to beach quiet neighborhoodclose to slo which was nice for restaurantswe loved our stay great location close to morro bay cambria and paso robleslocation was perfect close to beach piers down town cayucos morro bay & cambria
5. Light-filled beach house along the central coast (from USD 985)
Have fun in this wonderful beach house, which can sleep a maximum of 10 persons and is set right on the beach. The home is set along the central coast of Cayucos and exudes beauty and warmth. An ideal vacation retreat, you can create memories with your extended family as accessing the beach is easy and quick via the private stairs. The host offers TV and free Wi-Fi access to keep you entertained when you are not going out and other amenities like parking space, fireplace, heater, and washer and dryer for your convenience.
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No reason to leave the property to go to town although town is darlingThe photos on the internet don't compare to what that place really looks like in personVery clean comfortable home that was difficult to leaveI walked in the front door and was brought to tears by the view in front of meFurniture is so comfortable and kitchen is well stockedCleanliness:
The house was very cleanHost:
Megan was very helpful and attentive too :-)we had all we needed for a wonderful vacation with our GrandchildrenWe sought a venue for two couples to relax and getaway from our busy work schedules and we able to do just that We walked on the beach sat on the deck and enjoyed people and dog watching and the ...As the title suggests and as somebody else mentionedWe had a wonderful vacation thereRead more reviewsLocation:
The tidepools at low tide are still awesomenothing but clear blue skies in Cayucosand it has a great villageand we look forward to returning someday for a little more blissThis beach house was the perfect setting for our getaway Being literally steps from the beach makes this house magical
6. Peaceful condo near Morro Bay (from USD 285)
Close to all the facilities, one requires for a comfortable stay, this Ocean view condo is very close to the beach and spacious enough to sleep eight persons simultaneously. It is an ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life and is yet at a comfortable distance to Morro Bay and San Luis Obispo. Quiet and peaceful, this condo is the perfect place to be in with your family for spending a great vacation. Conveniences on offer include a TV with cable channels, fireplace, Wi-Fi access, washer and dryer, and parking space.
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I enjoyed sitting on the balcony watching the sunset each nightMy favorite thing about the condo is the view from the master bedroomClean well appointed comfortable spacesThe condo is very clean comfortable and has all the amenities of homeAlso the upstairs bathroom didn't have extra toilet paper in bathroom had to go downstairs looking for extra rollsCleanliness:
The condo is clean and well stockedThis property does not disappoint and has many extras to make your stay enjoyableIt is so clean and comfortableHost:
Nice well maintained property Communication with Dorothy and her property manager Gayla was exceptionalAlso there is construction going on directly next door and very noisy during work hoursNice small town short walk beach and main town Very clean unit worked well for our family of 5 CayucosThe owners/manager are responsive and welcoming and we are looking forward to returning next yearYou have a very lovely placeRead more reviewsLocation:
was workmen building in the neighborhoodbut if you want to you need to roll the BBQ out of the garage into the drivewayso it was a little noisyThe view of the ocean and the short walk to downtown as well as the close proximity to all worldly needs makes this the best place to stay on the Central Coastbeach downtown and restaurants; and provides a spectacular view of the ocean and Central Coast sunsets
7. Plush home with elegant furnishing (from USD 358)
Beautifully decorated and spacious, this charming bungalow can accommodate up to eight persons and comes with a lovely front porch. Well-maintained and cozy, it features three furnished bedrooms and a full bathroom. It offers easy access to a beautiful beach and has all it takes to enjoy a fun holiday with your family members. The comfy kid-friendly home also offers a well-stocked kitchen with the latest gadgets and utensils so that cooking is easy. You can avail conveniences such as a fireplace, TV with cable/satellite channels, parking space, Wi-fi access, and washer and dryer.
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There is plenty of room on the sofa in the living room and the deck has ample chairsMy favorite place is the living room - the sofa is so comfortablewhen it came to getting ready for the weddingNot only are the bedrooms comfy butThere is everything you need in the kitchen and the patio is such a wonderful spaceCleanliness:
The house and rooms are exactly as picturedThe house is clean and beachy and soooo comfyThe kitchen utensils and cookware were well stocked and and everything was so invitingHouse was very clean comfortable and well stockedThe weather wasn't the bestHost:
Heidi is so easy to communicate with and very accommodatingSecondly Heidi and her home are FABULOUSHeidi is so communicative and got back to us very quickly whenever we had questionsShe checked on us at both check in and check out to make sure that everything went smoothlyThe check in and check out processes are very clear and upfront If you have any questions Heidi makes herself available to answer them quicklyRead more reviewsLocation:
comfortable Beach access is a short walk awayI stayed at the house with a group of five and we had a lovely time exploring the Cayucos SLO and Pismo areasThe barefoot bungalow is immaculate in every wayHouse was well stocked Easy walk to the beachOwners were great and very responsive House is a short walk to the beach
8. Oceanview condo in downtown Cayucos (from USD 282)
You will be at a stone’s throw from the nearest beach when you book yourself in this stunning condo with great views of the ocean. Set strategically in downtown Cayucos, it is also close to facilities like wine tasting, gift shops, and good restaurants, The condo is suitable for six persons and offers excellent vistas of the Pacific Ocean from its upper level. You can actually stay there and enjoy the mesmerizing views for hours at a stretch. And when you feel like preparing your own delicacies, use the fully equipped kitchen to do so. The bathroom on its second floor comes with a shower facility. Enjoy a string of conveniences including parking space, Wi-Fi access, heater, washer and dryer, and TV with cable channels in this kid-friendly accommodation.
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The unit lacked nothing to do cookingit was lovely to come home to the beachgreat access to beach and town Just be careful on the stairsGreat kitchen equipment for cooking nearly anything Beautiful view of ocean and pier from upstairs deckkitchen and deck upstairs)Cleanliness:
The condo was beautifully decorated and very clean and even better than depicted in the photosHost:
for us that was no big dealThe range refrigerator & dishwasher were great even a Keurig & regular coffee makerThanks Becky and family for providing a great VRBO for our visiting family Great for kidsLoved the new appliances and bathrooms too :)The unit is very nice and fully provisionedRead more reviewsLocation:
only Few steps away from the beachBest location in town - 1 minute walk at most to all of the main businesses of the two block stripbut after a day of wine tasting in very hot PasoLiked being right on the beach short walk to explore the tide pools Picked up driftwoodWe enjoyed the proximity to shops and restaurants and great view
9. Family-friendly cottage with a private deck (from USD 460)
You will love staying in this charming kid-friendly cottage, which is a stone’s throw from Cayucos’ best beach. It can accommodate four persons at a time and has two full bathrooms and two nicely done bedrooms. Wake up every morning to the rhythmic sounds made by the waves and enjoy the stunning views from its front deck. The pet-friendly accommodation is a short walk from saloons, shops, and eateries. The host provides an array of useful amenities like parking space, TV with cable channels, fireplace, heater, and washer and dryer.
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otherwise you'll be the only one on the beach without oneThere are televisions in both bedrooms and a nice flat screen in the living roomThe weather was a bit cold but the wonderful fireplace and endless supply of wood keep us nice and cozyI've stayed in many VRBO properties and I'll miss this one the mostEverything we needed was there and so easy to come and goCleanliness:
I can't say enough good things about this houseThe property was perfect everything we neededHost:
Beautiful home and walking distance to the most beautiful dog friendly beachdog exercise is our goalMelanie was great Responded to text questions right away Fenced yardClean Close to beach beautiful deck to Enjoy the weather and atmosphereWe fell in love with Cayucos and the house was perfect for our family and furry familyRead more reviewsLocation:
We are a block from the beach and two blocks for accessIt is an easy drive to Cambria and Paso Robles but the traffic due to constructionbut no grass Park a short drive away for picky dogs who prefer doing their business on grass Easy access to beach All the kitchen items you needThis is a great house for location and sleeping comfortably A little difficult for families with toddlers but fine for older kidsWe loved this little home Great beach access Quiet neighborhood
Captivating Cayucos in California
If you are looking for a beachside holiday destination in California, Cayucos can be an excellent choice. Spend some quality time with your dear ones as you marvel at the beauty of its beaches and the majestic ocean. Check out these top Vrbo vacation rentals in Cayucos, California, for a perfect home away from home experience.
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