Title: Historic Downtown 1888 House - Winner of Obispo Beautiful Award Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Historic Downtown 1888 House - Winner of Obispo Beautiful Award Holiday home with kitchen, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20260000/20255400/20255384/ae0f6c45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20260000/20255400/20255384/965f032d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20260000/20255400/20255384/3da69d89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20260000/20255400/20255384/22deedb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20260000/20255400/20255384/74b598bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A firepit, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Historic Downtown 1888 House - Winner of Obispo Beautiful Award. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Historic Downtown 1888 House - Winner of Obispo Beautiful Award Perfectly situated, just two blocks from the historic Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, this charming 1888 property will immediately make you feel right at home. Winner of an Obispo Beautiful Award, the house has two comfortable bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an office, (Additional detached office/studio available at extra cost) Hardwood floors, tongue and groove ceilings, and many antiques adorn the house and give it a special old-world ambiance. The kitchen has all modern, stainless-steel appliances and is the perfect setting for cooking and entertaining. Awaiting you just outside is a hidden-garden paradise. Three separate wood and flagstone patios, koi ponds with spectacular waterfalls, a stone fire pit, and hundreds of tropical plants provide a romantic secret-garden setting. The many curved serpentine stone walls all are built at sitting height, making them perfect for sitting in the sun or under a shaded tree. This is a beautiful, one-of-a-kind property centered in the most charming downtown in America. \* The Mission Orchard House is a legal HomeStay certified by the City of San Luis Obispo, certificate # 111989. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Single level property - Visual alarms in hallways - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - In the mountains - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Electric car charging station - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Living plant wall - Recycling - Solar energy - Unit size: 1,200 square feet - Water dispenser - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84380000/84378800/84378717/c831d5a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stay near CalPoly in our downtown 2-bedroom condo San Luis Obispo - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=84378717&PinnedHotelID=84378717&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103620000/103611100/103611018/0b7408d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Urban SLO Living- 1 mile from downtown San Luis Obispo - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=103611018&PinnedHotelID=103611018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34141200/34141147/dc201782.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax In This Newly Renovated Downtown Cottage Lower Higuera - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 124 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=34141147&PinnedHotelID=34141147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103620000/103611000/103610946/759cb4ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Boho Bungalow! 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome This property uses solar energy 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 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 Historic Downtown 1888 Bungalow Winner Obispo Beautiful Award Historic Downtown 1888 Bungalow Winner Obispo Beautiful Award Historic Downtown 1888 Bungalow Winner of Obispo Beautiful Award Historic Downtown 1888 Bungalow Winner of Obispo Beautiful Award ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.28210%2C-120.66177&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2Mvfu6mQBJGTTrzXc8nyE2C4fOo=) San Luis Obispo, CA #### What's nearby - Fremont Theater - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Bubblegum Alley - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles #### Getting around - San Luis Obispo Station - 13 min walk - San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lure Fish House - ‬3 min walk - ‪Firestone Grill - ‬2 min walk - ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬1 min walk - ‪Hotel SLO - ‬2 min walk - ‪Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic Downtown 1888 House - Winner of Obispo Beautiful Award pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Historic Downtown 1888 House - Winner of Obispo Beautiful Award? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Historic Downtown 1888 House - Winner of Obispo Beautiful Award? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Historic Downtown 1888 House - Winner of Obispo Beautiful Award located? > Located in Downtown San Luis Obispo, this holiday home is steps from San Luis Obispo Superior Court and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Fremont Theater and San Luis Obispo County Library are just steps away. San Luis Obispo Station is 13 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question