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*Shell Beach – Capistrano Cottage*
OFFSEASON SPECIAL! LOCATION, LOCATION! A vacation destination, with the privacy & comfort of home. Beautiful Shell Beach getaway by the sea, walkable to the ocean! Stroll down to the Pacific, enjoy sunsets. Walkable to all of Shell Beach! Stainless appliances, hardwood floors, queen beds, & blackout blinds. Fast WiFi/WFH. TWO bedrooms, & a Murphy queen bed in the living room. Please consider visiting our location just south of Santa Barbara: airbnb.com/h/carpcorner Permit # 20438discoulO ,

Avila Beach amongst the Oaks - Ocean 5 minute walk
This elegant private, fully-furnished apartment has 2 bedrooms/2 baths, full kitchen, large living/dining room, washer/dryer, office, high-sped internet/WiFi , TV w/ Roku, private deck, fireplace, and surrounded by mature Live Oaks. A five-minute walk to the Beach with beach essentials for your use. Great restaurants, wine/beer bars + shopping. The area is well-known for its ocean + hiking adventures, rated by Sunset Magazine as the third best beach in California. Parking for two cars on-site.

1 Block from Beach with long driveway for parking
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located place 1 block from the beautiful sandy Pismo Beach. Large driveway for parking. Beautiful Tri-Fold doors open to the large ocean view patio with couch and gas BBQ. Keep your eyes out for whales. Fully remodeled with some of the best craftsman touches. Short walk to downtown and the historic Pismo Pier. Walking distance to shops and our favorite restaurants. Property has two separate units. This listing is for the front 2 bedroom unit.

Boho Beach Cottage 2 min Walk to Beach And town
One small dog permitted only with prior approval. Must be a truly non-shedding, hypoallergenic breed. Charming Shell Beach bohemian cottage just ½ block from a locals’ beach with ocean views. Walk to cafés, wine bars, coffee , or relax by the fireplace in this cozy retreat just one mile from downtown Pismo Beach. Built in 1948, this soulful cottage blends vintage charm with thoughtful updates, bohemian details, and coastal simplicity—perfect for beach walks, mornings, and sunset evenings

Spacious Pismo Beach condo -block to sand and fun!
Beautiful and open 2 bedroom condo in the heart of downtown Pismo Beach. There is a small loft area with sofa sleeper (ideal for 2 kids) Queen sofa sleeper in living room. 2 full bathrooms. HALF A BLOCK from Pismo Beach. Perfect for a beach trip getaway. This is a second-floor condo with a bright master suite located upstairs, accessible by one interior staircase. Comfortable place with fast WiFi to remotely work or go to school. Propane BBQ on small patio. * 2-night minimum stay*

The Beach Bungalow: Hike, surf & visit wineries
The country meets the sea in this laid-back, picturesque surf town. Shell Beach is halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles on California's Central Coast, which makes it the perfect stop for some wine tasting and outdoor adventure. Within walking distance there is a beach (best to visit at low tide), restaurants and coffee shops. My home is an original 1950s bungalow. Per guests requests, I made few upgrades — new windows, space heaters in every room and a dishwasher to boot!

- Paradise in Pismo - one block to beach access!
Located just one block from beach access, and a few blocks to downtown Pismo! Incredible 360° views of the ocean and surrounding mountains from the private rooftop deck. 2nd floor patio balcony w/bbq & ocean views. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. Equipped with everything you need: fully stocked kitchen, flat screen smart TV's in every room, Keurig & pods, Wi-Fi, board games, ping pong, arcade system with over 400 games, lots of beach gear, baby highchair/stroller/pack-n-play, & more!

Casa Del Mar
Enjoy a little getaway in this cottage by the beach. It’s cozy and simple with all the features of comfort. Walking to the beach is a just a short stroll down a windy little road filled with cool beach vibes. Cross a little wooden bridge and walk down a block or two and you are right in front of the Oceano dunes. Plan a bonfire and make s’mores on the beach. Or better yet, stay at the little cottage, grab a bottle of wine and enjoy a fire pit right outside your bedroom door.

Ocean front Condo with heated pool and restaurant
Our condo is one of the top 10 oceanfront resorts in California. This unit overlooks the ocean, pool, Jacuzzi, bbqs and fire pit. Access to the beach is just yards away. It has a beautiful restaurant overlooking the ocean just steps below the unit. The restaurant offers pool service , room service also a full bar with live music. The resort has a gym, spa, valet parking, bikes that you can use and it is very close to many restaurants, wineries and fun events.

Shell Beach Hideaway
Welcome to picturesque Shell Beach Hideaway. This charming studio cottage offers privacy and seclusion, yet walking distance to restaurants, cafes, a private small beach, and to numerous points of interest This is a NO SMOKING cottage.This private studio is located behind our home in a quiet neighborhood with a full bath, queen bed, wifi, and a full kitchen. No pets allowed. Maximum guest two (2). Not suitable for children. License 19951

Pismo Paradise Penthouse - Ocean View Condo
The Pismo Beach Penthouse, is a two-bedroom upscale condo with beautiful ocean views from every room. The perfect place for two couples or a small family to enjoy Pismo Beach. Located in the heart of Pismo, less than 100 yards to the sand and waves and a short walk to the Pismo Pier. Walking distance to many restaurants and shopping. All guest must be a minimum of 25 years old to make reservation.

Sandy’s Place
Picturesque beach house perched on the hillside overlooking Avila Beach and Harbor. This house is single story once you walk up a flight of steps. You are welcomed by a beautifully landscaped yard and a large porch to sit and watch the waves and stunning sunsets. The bedrooms are on the backside of the house allowing the family room, eating area and kitchen to have views of the ocean.
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Cayucos Cottage Studio - Peak-A-Boo Ocean Views

321 San Luis Avenue

Captain's - Stunning BAY & OCEAN views! 980 sq ft!

Front Row on Cayucos Beach

Coastal Peaks Studio

Steps to Cayucos Beach + Ocean Views & Firepit

NEW One block from beach!

Mountain View Studio - No Cleaning Fee!
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Oceano Home with a View

Cozy Beach Bungalow in Cayucos!

Great little beach house. County License# 6012116

Hot Tub - Just Steps to the Beach - Sleeps 12!

Beach Home-walk to the Beach STR0116

View and sound of ocean

New Spanish Home in Downtown Avila Beach

Private, Wooded Home, and a Modern Design
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Bay View - Morro Bay, California

VACATION ON THE BEACH

Oceanside Condominium STEPS to the BEACH

Pier View Paradise

Luxe Designer Condo -½ block to the beach in Avila

Pismo Beach Gem!

Sand Dollar Hideaway-Luxury Condo, Prime Location!

Upstairs Central Coast Urban Flat
When is the best time to visit Shell Beach?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | £141 | £118 | £134 | £149 | £129 | £145 | £145 | £133 | £141 | £145 | £141 | £118 |
| Avg. temp | 12°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 15°C | 16°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 14°C | 11°C |
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Shell Beach stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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- Moonstone Beach
- Montaña de Oro State Park
- Morro Strand State Beach
- Cayucos State Beach
- Pismo State Beach
- Morro Rock Beach
- Morro Bay Golf Course
- Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
- Los Padres National Forest
- Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
- Hearst Castle
- Dinosaur Caves Park
- Charles Paddock Zoo
- Pismo Preserve
- Monarch Butterfly Grove
- Sensorio
- Vina Robles Amphitheatre
- JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery
- Tablas Creek Vineyard
- Elephant Seal Vista Point
- California Polytechnic State University
- Downtown City Park
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