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Escape to Cambria's coastal haven, Sea and Sand Cottage. Just steps from San Simeon Beach, enjoy private beach access and fall asleep to the sound of waves crashing against the shore. Unwind in front of an electric fireplace or outside on the deck with a propane BBQ.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

A Charming Seaside Escape

Breathtaking, ocean views. Private beach access just steps away from San Simeon Beach, where your dog is welcome to run and play in the surf for miles. Fall asleep to the sound of the crashing waves, and the scent of fresh salt air. The great room has a electric fireplace, a flat screen TV with Direct TV, Wifi access, and a DVD player. Just outside on the deck, you’ll find the propane BBQ. Visit Cambria’s Farmer’s Market on Friday, and bring home your bounty to prepare in the thoughtfully appointed kitchen. There are two queen bedrooms, and a separate full bath for each one. The master’s bath is ‘en suite'. Miles of walking trails just outside of your front door. Walk to the town of San Simeon to visit restaurants and shops. The Elephant Seal Sanctuary, the Hearst Castle, Wm. Randolf Hearst State Beach, and Cambria are all a short drive away. Lots of exploring to do, or just relax in the peace and quiet. Come enjoy our cottage by the Sea and fell your stress disappear!

Smoking is absolutely prohibited anywhere on, or in the premises. Flat screen TV, DVD, Direct tv, Wifi, propane BBQ, wood burning fireplace, washer & dryer. TOT#6001757

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in San Simeon, this condo is by the sea. Hearst Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonstone Beach and Moonstone Beach Park. Cambria State Marine Park and Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our San Simeon travel guide
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San Simeon, CA

What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park
    San Simeon State Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • aerial view of surf at Moonstone Beach at sunset, Cambria, California
    Moonstone Beach
    6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park
    Moonstone Beach Park
    6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Hearst Castle, San Simeon, California - USA: Close-up view of Hearst Castle from the side. Towers, palm trees, sun, clear blue sky
    Hearst Castle
    37 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • Cambria State Marine Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Main Street Grill
    5 min drive
  • Cambria Coffee Roasting Company
    6 min drive
  • Luigi’s Pizza
    7 min drive
  • Mojo’s Village Bean
    8 min drive
  • Linn's Bakery & Eatery
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Charming Seaside Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Charming Seaside Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Charming Seaside Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Charming Seaside Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Charming Seaside Escape located?

Situated in San Simeon, this beach condo building is steps away from Cambria State Marine Park and San Simeon State Park. San Simeon Nature Preserve and William Randolph Hearst State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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A Charming Seaside Escape 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. 83 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 104 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was phenomenal! Quick easy walk to quiet beach and hike along the cliffs! Lovely fireplace and deck! Our only minor "complaints" were the loft bed was hard as a rock and unusable, and the kitchen needs more light, a decent can opener, a new sponge upon arrival and more plates (only 5 and 4 of us). Minor inconveniences that did not take much away from our experience, just suggestions for management. We'd love to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget G.

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

Another holiday in paradise!

This was our second Thanksgiving here. Such a beautiful location…can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Easter weekend in San Simeon

Wonderful location. Peaceful with beautiful views of the ocean. We had the whole beach to ourselves. A quick drive to Cambria for great restaurants. Plenty of room to relax in the house. House was clean and well appointed with amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette R.

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

Great Getaway

The property is a great location, spectacular views and wildlife! Homey and cozy. The host provided good information and the accommodation was well stocked, teas, laundry detergent, etc. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jonathan P.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property was welcoming to pets. Had a very nice ocean view. Upon check-in to rental found property had a strong pet smell. We encountered several ticks inside the home during our visit. Plus, the television would not turn on. Overall, we were happy with our stay. Some improvements that could be made to help with issues mentioned above, install hardwood floors to eliminate pet odors and tick issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

San Simeon Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was exactly as described and pictured. We had a GREAT time!
Verified

8/10 Good

jennifer h.

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

Beautiful Views

Great area and location. Quite neighborhood. Only issue is third bed up stairs is not usable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget G.

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

Perfectly Lovely

Our family had such a wonderful time! This cute townhouse/condo was perfect for our family of four, plus one 4-legged family member. Easy access to a beautiful beach, incredible ocean view, comfortable beds, and well appointed kitchen. Can’t wait to go back. Thank you for opening your home to us!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shirley P.

Annual Vacation at Seaside Escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a great rental and a great location. Just steps away for the ocean that allows dogs off leash. Great view of the ocean and beautiful views of the sunset.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scot O.

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

Frequent visitor

This is the 4th time that we have stayed at this property, spread over several years. Location is perfect, whether we want to walk the few steps to the beach, drive into Paso Robles for wine tasting, or visit Cambria just down the road. It's not fancy, but it is well maintained and very nice. Love that we can bring the dog, and they even provide separate dog towels and their is a small hose on the side of the house for post-beach dog activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Peaceful Perfection

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The crashing waves put you to sleep at night and the view is spectacular. The place is spotless clean and has everything you need to feel at home and cook an amazing meal. Hiking trails just out the door and an almost private beach for two legged and four legged friends. We are so lucky to spend time at the perfect vacation rental.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronda R.

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

Relaxing & Beautiful Location

The condo is in a very nice location. It is attached to a second condo, but that was not a problem at all. This was the 2nd property in from the beach. Part of the view is obstructed by a two-story rental, but there is plenty of open space to see the ocean. The bedrooms are spacious and very comfortable. The kitchen had all of the basics we needed. My only slight complaint is that the management company does not reply to my message via the VRBO app. However, if you call, they do answer. My adult son and I had a very relaxing time there. We were glad to be able to bring our dog with us as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

Highly Recommend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an excellent experience at this property. It was exactly as depicted and promised. We thought we had a small problem because the sports channel was not offered in the cable package. I called the management office and within an hour the sports channel was added an available for me to watch the golf channel and Laker game. It’s our favorite place to stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maura W.

A perfect getaway for Christmas!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely loved every minute of our stay here for Christmas! Amazing location, well stocked home with everything we needed to feel cozy and cook all week (comfy beds!). SO grateful our dogs could join us. Hiking right outside the door, pretty much your own private beach, and close to town for groceries and the best shopping (in Cambria!). We will be back soon!Only note for the owner is the back screen door is not functioning well- kept falling off, some hooks by the front door would be nice for coats/purses/towels, and the knives could use sharpening (or add a knife sharpener to the otherwise well stocked kitchen tools). Other than that, the place is perfect! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

KATHLEEN L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice ocean view with private dog beach access

This is a nice property and would most likely have received 4 or 5 stars except for a problem. Scenic Coast Property mangement did respond promptly and appropriately to the issue after it was identified. There is a nice deck with ocean view and a trail to the private beach that allows dogs as does the property. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking and eating implements. The washer and dryer and dishwasher are great and work well and supplies are provided for both. Unfortunately the home has shag carpet in the main room and bedrooms and this contributed to the problem we had that should have been identified prior to our stay. The house had a severe flea infestatation and even though treated while right away, it was not a complete eradicatilon and Idid get many flea bites. I am allergic to fleas and they LOVE me. Thankfully we did not bring our dog We did gelWe get a
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marvin K.

Fabulous getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental was very nice. It was clean and beautiful beach views along with access to the beach. Easy access to Hearst Castle, Cambria and Harmony. Great dinner at Robin's in Cambria. Both food and service were exceptional. Well stocked kitchen with everything you needed to cook a meal.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shirley P.

Great Affordable Vacation Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We annually go to Seaside Escape in October. It feels like home. It is a great location with direct access to a dog friendly beach. Also it is very close to a great trail along the ocean.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

michelle H.

Seaside Escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were very happy with Seaside Escape. The view from the porch and living room is breathtaking! If you want a quiet getaway, then this place is for you. Very tranquil. A beautiful little beach just steps from the house. This property is one on the few on this street with a stairs to the beach. The house itself is really cute and dog-friendly. The property has a nice binder with all sorts of information (how to use appliances, how to turn on TV, and which local attractions are dog-friendly) The check-in, check-out process was so easy. I would definitely recommend this place to a friend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sinead D.

Last minute getaway was not disappointing!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fabulous last-minute booking with two dogs in tow - exactly what we needed to recharge. We booked on Wednesday and arrived on Thursday. Loved the proximity to hikes along the bluffs and direct beach access, along with killer sunset views. Convenient to Hearst Castle, WR Hearst state beach - for chilly but beautiful swimming. Close to Cambria for great food. Condo was comfy and neighborhood was quiet. Would definitely stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paola D.

Perfect little house with a great ocean view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was way more than we expected.It was very clean, the kitchen was well stocked with everything you need for cooking. Never ran out of towels,the bedrooms were clean. And overall a very cozy house. It also had private access to the beach. Looking forward to staying here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda Gillette G.

Great location to go to Hearst Castle and central coast

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is my third stay there over time. And I have been happy with it every time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot, so close to the beach and a quick trip over to Cambria if we wanted a change of scenery! I was also lucky enough to get engaged here so it was extra special! Thank you for sharing your home with us, and we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Blaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Extra add on costs high, pet friendly is good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shirley P.

Great Escape!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I believe this is my 5th year staying at A Seaside Escape. I'm never disappointed. It is a perfect, dog friendly place to stay. It is centrally located to many places and events.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Quiet, Clean, Comfortable, With Great Oceanfront Views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our first time in this rental and it was great. Very clean, well furnished and comfortable. It was nice to have access to the convenient washer/dryer combo, the views out the back door were great, it was private and there were several nearby places for lunch/dinner besides the ones down the road in Cambria. We've always had friendly, professional service from Scenic Coast Propety Management.