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Luxury home on 400 Acre Ranch

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Stroll through the serene garden, surrounded by lush greenery and a crackling fire pit.
Relax in this elegantly furnished living room with a large leather sofa, armchair, and fireplace.
Situated on a gently sloping hill, this house offers a peaceful rural retreat with a charming porch and a prominent chimney.
Enjoy meal preparation and dining in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island and dining area.
Relax in this unique room with a sloped ceiling, featuring a flat-screen TV, pool table, and two single beds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Luxury home on 400 Acre Ranch

Custom built English Tudor style home located on a 400 acre ranch. This secluded ranch borders Cal Poly State University property and is situated 2.3 miles from Highway 1 on a part paved/ part all-weather gravel road. The house has 4 bedrooms and 3 baths and sleeps 8-10 with a king, 3 queens and 2 twin beds. It has hardwood floors and granite counter tops. The kitchen is fully equipped and has an adjoining sitting area where guests can relax on a couch, enjoy the expansive view and chat with the chef while he or she prepares meals. The library is stocked with an eclectic collection of books. The home has high speed satellite internet access and good cell phone reception. There are 2 SMART TV's connected to a satellite dish which provides premium channel programming. The living room, with its mahogany paneling, leather couches and piano arrayed before an enormous fireplace, is reminiscent of a British gentleman's club or hunting lodge. Outside, the patio and garden have ample seating with both a wood-burning Santa Maria style bbq and conventional propane grill for your outdoor cooking experience. There is an outdoor fire pit is ideal for roasting hotdogs, marshmellos or just sitting around the fire under the stars.

Mike, one of the owners' sons, and his wife, Surika., livesin the stable building located approximately 100 yards downhill from the main house. They are happy to answer questions or help guests with any problems that may arise during their stay.

Guests are encouraged to bring their hiking boots and binoculars. The ranch is surrounded by rural Cal Poly property with its extensive system of dirt roads on which one can literally bike or hike for miles. For a more adventuresome and secluded experience, guests are welcome to explore the ranch itself which is home to deer, turkeys, coyotes, raptors and other native animals and birds. Those energetic enough to hike to the top of the ridge above the house will be treated to a spectacular view of Cal Poly and San Luis Obispo in the valley below and the Pacific Ocean ten miles distant.

Whether you are visiting this area to sample its world-famous wines and restaurants, to explore its pristine coastline or simply to relax and unwind, you'll be glad you selected the Stenner Creek ranch as your home away from home during your stay.

Keywords: Luxury Home, Ranch, Cal Poly, Wine Country, quiet, Secluded, Wildlife, Affordable, Mountain Biking, Hiking

Property manager

Chuck Kirschner

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Home On 400 Acre Luis Obispo
Luxury Home on 400 Acre Ranch San Luis Obispo
Luxury Home on 400 Acre Ranch Private vacation home

About the area

Map
San Luis Obispo, CA

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 28 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪VG Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪PokiRito - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪SLO Donut Co - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury home on 400 Acre Ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury home on 400 Acre Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury home on 400 Acre Ranch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury home on 400 Acre Ranch located?

This family-friendly San Luis Obispo holiday home is located in a rural location, 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Los Padres National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Leaning Pine Arboretum and San Luis Obispo Children's Museum. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Luxury home on 400 Acre Ranch Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LeAnne H.

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

Amazing property

Awesome views
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda Y.

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

Rustic charm

Beautiful location, worked well for our group. Nice spot for our family to stay for Cal Poly graduation.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

georgia w.

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

Beautiful Country Home

The property is in a country setting but yet a short drive to town and attractions. You can sit on the lovely outdoor patios and see deer, beautiful hawks,eagles and so many owls in the evening. If you love bird watching it’s a great place. The home is very well taken care of and clean with plenty of room. If you love the outdoors and the quiet of nature this is a great place. We really enjoyed and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

Loved them house and the property in general.

Unique property and experience. Couldn’t pick a better place for our family getaway. In the middle of no where while being close to the best of SLO at the same time. Will be booking again. Thank you Chuck:)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JAYNELLA A., Garden Grove. CA

Enjoyed Country Setting

We loved the combined kitchen, dining room, setting area. The surrounding area was great - we saw wild turkeys, deer, rabbits. Very peaceful! Property was everything as listed except not much closet space. Chuck was very pleasant and helpful. Would recommend this property.

10/10 Excellent

Kelley P.

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

Wonderful home!

We rented the home for a Christmas holiday get-together with our Northern California family and Southern California family. It was wonderfully comfortable and had everything we needed. Our hosts even had the house decorated for the holiday, which was a real treat! I especially appreciated the kitchen, which is well stocked with dishes and cookware. Overall peaceful and wonderful. Thanks so much for the attention to detail!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail R.

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

Hidden gem

We picked it for Cal Poly family weekend and bring the dogs without bothering anyone. It was perfect. It is a trek, especially at night since there are no lights and it’s tough to read instructions if you’re driving alone. Lol But, it was perfect… short drive to campus and downtown. We heard and saw coyotes, birds of prey…outdoor set up was great too. Would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher D.

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

Plenty of peace and quiet

Remote location affords a peaceful stay. House was reasonably equipped, including propane grill not mentioned in listing. Not the best sleeping situation for seniors as the only bathroom upstairs is in master bedroom for the 5 beds upstairs. The main downstairs bathroom is also the pass through to the back yard. Works but peculiar. Nevertheless, the rental worked well for our friends gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

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

Family trip to visit kids who attend Cal Poly

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Stenner Creek Ranch. Beautiful property.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avery B.

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

Relaxing Ranch Retreat

Well appointed rustic ranch retreat with a European flavor. Location is wonderful and quiet on a large ranch tucked away in a valley with wonderful hillside trail at your front door. Great outdoor patio for grilling and sitting by the fire. Kitchen is well equipped. Home is big enough for are party of seven to spread out. Single upstairs bathroom is only downside but more than made up by rest of amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonja K.

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

Great location

This was an exceptional find! Beautiful location, peaceful and serene. Very enjoyable for the entire family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurt C.

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

What a fantastic location!

There were a total of 6 of us that stayed at this Vrbo and we all absolutely loved it! The property is meticulously maintained and there's so much of their family history in the way of furnishings, photos and books to explore. We walked around on the property and took full advantage of the outdoor seating and firepit. The location is just a couple minutes outside of SLO so it was easy to all go into town one night for a dinner celebration. All in all it's a fabulous location and a Vrbo hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Lovely home and surroundings.

Super impressive property that makes you feel like you far away from the city. Quiet, so peaceful and spacious. Loved seeing the wild turkeys, quails and deers.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

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

Amazing setting for our extended family vacation

There is a long dirt road to get to the house but once there you likely will not want to leave! We enjoyed the serene setting and all the wildlife (we saw lots of deer, turkeys and hawks). The house was big enough for our family to spread out (there were 9 of us - including 3 teenage boys). Lots of opportunities for walks and sweeping vistas. We explored the hills and then did some day trips to the coast. The kitchen is fully equipped with plenty of cookware. The one kind of funky thing is that the easiest way to get to the back patio (which is fabulous) is through the downstairs bathroom. We just made it a rule that if the door was closed then you walked around. We used the bbq for ribs and chicken - and we (carefully) had a fire in the evenings. I say this because the conditions are very dry. On the one evening we had some wind, we opted not to light the fire as a precaution. All in all, a wonderful place to hang out with family and friends. Although there is a lot to do in the area - you just may opt to stay put!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

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

Family time

Nice to be out of downtown, yet 10 minutes and we were downtown for a wedding. The house was perfect for our weekend. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Milena D., Bellevue, WA

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

Great for multi-family

Beautiful house. This home has everything you need, amazing kitchen, plenty of room for socializing and eating, bedrooms are roomy and beds are comfy. Communication with owner is amazing, they attended to our every need. Read other reviews to learn about house layout, it's somewhat unique--we made it work. Just a few notes: everything is a bit dated (we didn't mind); a few spots need serious dusting (easy fix?); we had a few hot days and even with all the fans, it was hard to get any sleep. That was rough. I still think it's a 5-star experience, really good value. Wish I had something like it for my family get-togethers.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erika H.

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

Gorgeous home with stunning views

I came here with my friends for a little Bachelorette getaway! We’re all in our 30s so we were excited to relax and enjoy some bonding time. This was the perfect place to do so! The mist rolled across the hills for some epic photo ops! We sat outside to enjoy the views and turkey calls. Plenty of space to lounge and relax. Perfect for a chill weekend with friends or family!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

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

SECLUDED ELEGANT COUNTRY GETAWAY NEAR ALL' SLO'

LOVED ANTIQUES≤ATHER SOFAS&WALL OF BOOKS CHRISTMAS DECORℜ POINSETTIAS.GIRLS LOVED THE PIANO &THE JET TUB&FIREPLACE S'MORES .SO CLOSE TO COLLEGE TOUR,AVILA BEACH FOR RUNNING ,THE MISSION, BGUM ALLEY& SHOPS &DOWNTOWN.---DRIVE TO STENNER IN DAYLITE.BRING YOUR OWN SKILL GAMES&PRIZES FOR FUN.-- DON'T MISS THE 7:20 AM WILD TURKEYS DOWN HILL TO PATIO.-----ONLY ONE BATHROOM UPSTAIRS BUT WORKED W/BATHLITE ON ALL NITE SO KIDS COULD FIND. LEFT DEN LAMP ON &STAIRS' LITE TOO .GLASSWARE THE 2 SETS OF DISHES&CANDLES WERE DELIGHTFUL. .IT RAINED MOST OF OUR TIME HERE,BUT DID NOT DAMPEN ANY SPIRITS-ADDED TO THE OLD WORLD EFFECT&MADE FIREPLACE INVITING &ADVENTURING GROUNDS MAGICAL.. THERE ARE LOTS OF GAMES UNDER DEN TV&DVDS IN NEXT CABINET,CD PLAYER IS ON SHELF LEFT OF FP. BINOCULARS ON ENTRY CABINET. PHOTO GROUP IN COWBOY HATS. 'CHARADES' WAS PERFECT FOR LR AUDIENCE SPACE.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

chris s., Playa Del Rey

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

Fantastic SLO Getaway

This property is fantastic! Located minutes outside of SLO, yet feels like you are away from it all. A great property inside and out. Fantastic outdoor areas to sit, relax, and watch nature. Very comfortable home with lots of space - very welcoming!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve B.

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

Beautiful private location

Great family location. Plenty of room for everyone. Only 12 minutes to downtown. Very well stocked with everything you need for a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

john a.

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

Something out of a movie…

A terrific ranch property with access to everything the central coast has to offer. If you like “Western” lifestyle, this is your place. We had two families (8 people) plus a dog and we all had a great time and there is enough space here where we weren’t tripping over each other. Lots of wildlife just steps from your door…. Including deer, turkeys, toads, hawks, vultures, and every kind of squirrel. Easy check in - easy check out…. Just a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jed H.

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

Truly beautiful

Lovely house in an amazing location. One of the few listings where the photos of the environment are actually not as nice as what it looks like in person. It's in a gorgeous setting. The hosts were responsive and professional, the house is very comfortable, and the outdoor space is great. We really enjoyed using the fire pit on the large patio. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie N., Valley Center, CA

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

Quiet Escape

Loved being out in this expansive property with rolling hills and if your lucky, an Amtrak train siting coming through the hills in the distance. The home was comfortable for 3 couples with a bathroom for each and room for kids as well. We ate the majority of meals in and found the kitchen well equipped with everything we needed. Plenty of space to spread out. Our son worked from the house during our stay and was able to find a perfect spot upstairs to work from his computer. Near to both San Luis and Moro Bay for exploring.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Great house with fun amenities

Overall had a great experience here, a nice place for a weekend escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020