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The Down Town House - Charming Bungalow In San Luis Obispo - Private parking!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

San Luis Obispo, CA
- Fremont Theater5 min walk
- Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa9 min walk
- California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo4 min drive
- San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)6 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
The Down Town House - Charming Bungalow In San Luis Obispo - Private parking!
Charming 1920's Bungalow right down town San Luis Obispo with free, private parking! If you like the downtown experience, this home is perfect for you. Thanks to San Luis Obispo's new hosting policy - Homestay - , we can now share our down town living experience with you.
**** Looking for a place to say while running the SLO Marathon?! Our home is about a mile from the starting line and is on the route! Great for runners and the supporting cast. It's about a mile and 1/2 walk to the finish line if the team wants to come see you finish. We did this last year. Great event. *********************************************
I grew up in San Luis and probably didn’t really appreciate all it had going for it until we moved away for about 20 years. The Bay Area is nice, but there’s something about the small town vibes of San Luis that keep you from missing the Bay Area traffic.
We bought the DownTown house in 2013, rented it out for a year, fixed it up, landscaped it, and moved in. First time we had ever lived in a downtown location. We actually felt kind of hip at times.
If you’re looking for a quiet get away by a flowing stream, this may not be for you! If you want the urban downtown experience in a laid back town, in a cute early 1900’s home, and are ok with the city noises - then this will definitely work. You will definitely hear the street sweepers, garbage trucks, occasional sirens. All part of the downtown experience!
Here's a few high points.
A cute, old house. Early 1900’s. Maybe 1914. A lot of original character. Great old vertical grain doug fir floors.
Upgrades – Like a new kitchen. New appliances. Countertops crafted out of 100+ year old barn wood.
Forced Air including Air Conditioning. Funny you wouldn’t think you need this in SLO, but downtown can get warm. AC is a plus.
Inside laundry center. It’s small, but it’s a nice convenience not usually seen in these old homes.
Location – Right downtown! It’s a fantastic launching pad for visiting the city and county of San Luis Obispo. It’s just a 100 steps from the back door to a hip coffee shop – Black Horse. Four blocks to the hippest coffee shop – Scout. A block to the best tri-tip sandwich at Firestone Grill. A great park right around the corner. Great hiking right from the front door. Gus Grocery Sandwiches a nice 3 block walk. Terrace Hill is a 2 mile loop with great views of town. Wineries within 10 minutes. Beach within 15 minutes. Bike from house. Great road and mountain biking trails. Great local restaurants.
Farmers Market every Thursday evening. Best Farmer’s Market in California. A block from the house. Bike night follows on the first Thursday of the month.
Private parking area for up to three vehicles! A huge bonus for SLO! Leave your car and walk to everything!
**** Looking for a place to say while running the SLO Marathon?! Our home is about a mile from the starting line and is on the route! Great for runners and the supporting cast. It's about a mile and 1/2 walk to the finish line if the team wants to come see you finish. We did this last year. Great event. *********************************************
I grew up in San Luis and probably didn’t really appreciate all it had going for it until we moved away for about 20 years. The Bay Area is nice, but there’s something about the small town vibes of San Luis that keep you from missing the Bay Area traffic.
We bought the DownTown house in 2013, rented it out for a year, fixed it up, landscaped it, and moved in. First time we had ever lived in a downtown location. We actually felt kind of hip at times.
If you’re looking for a quiet get away by a flowing stream, this may not be for you! If you want the urban downtown experience in a laid back town, in a cute early 1900’s home, and are ok with the city noises - then this will definitely work. You will definitely hear the street sweepers, garbage trucks, occasional sirens. All part of the downtown experience!
Here's a few high points.
A cute, old house. Early 1900’s. Maybe 1914. A lot of original character. Great old vertical grain doug fir floors.
Upgrades – Like a new kitchen. New appliances. Countertops crafted out of 100+ year old barn wood.
Forced Air including Air Conditioning. Funny you wouldn’t think you need this in SLO, but downtown can get warm. AC is a plus.
Inside laundry center. It’s small, but it’s a nice convenience not usually seen in these old homes.
Location – Right downtown! It’s a fantastic launching pad for visiting the city and county of San Luis Obispo. It’s just a 100 steps from the back door to a hip coffee shop – Black Horse. Four blocks to the hippest coffee shop – Scout. A block to the best tri-tip sandwich at Firestone Grill. A great park right around the corner. Great hiking right from the front door. Gus Grocery Sandwiches a nice 3 block walk. Terrace Hill is a 2 mile loop with great views of town. Wineries within 10 minutes. Beach within 15 minutes. Bike from house. Great road and mountain biking trails. Great local restaurants.
Farmers Market every Thursday evening. Best Farmer’s Market in California. A block from the house. Bike night follows on the first Thursday of the month.
Private parking area for up to three vehicles! A huge bonus for SLO! Leave your car and walk to everything!
Property manager
David Bowin
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About the area
San Luis Obispo
Located in San Luis Obispo, this holiday home is in the city centre. Avila Hot Springs and Pismo Beach Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alex G. Spanos Stadium or Robert A. Mott Athletics Center. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and rock climbing nearby.

San Luis Obispo, CA
What's nearby
- Fremont Theater - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Bubblegum Alley - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Firestone Grill - 4 min walk
- Woodstock's Pizza SLO - 5 min walk
- Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill - 4 min walk
- Habit Burger & Grill - 7 min walk
- Starbucks - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Antoinette E.
30 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Antoinette E.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason M.
20 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Downtown house
Jason M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maxwell G.
15 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute SLO 🏡
Maxwell G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beth M.
1 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th Birthday Weekend
Beth M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lauren H.
25 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for SLO exploration
Lauren H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
David L., Santa Paula, CA
12 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay
David L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cathy C.
31 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, great location
Cathy C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diane D.
28 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visiting SLO
Diane D.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robin H.
5 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best SLO bungalow!!
Robin H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
dennis b.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
thanks
dennis b.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura
11 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing visit to The Downtown House SLO!
Laura
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brooke S.
10 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us
Brooke S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth F.
30 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming!
Elizabeth F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robin H.
2 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most wonderful …and quiet… bungalow right in downtown.
Robin H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jane O.
15 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family wedding
Jane O.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn B.
21 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect SLO Bungalow
Carolyn B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela H., Madras, Oregon USA
9 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spartan 2023
Angela H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicole L.
20 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend visit to see our daughter at CalPoly
Nicole L.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl W.
8 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at SLO for pre-wedding planning
Cheryl W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robin H., Robin
25 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most wonderful downtown cottage
Robin H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bryan W.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Bryan W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lee H., Seattle, WA
7 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Lee H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Danielle
8 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Danielle
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth M.
6 June 2016
Great Location!!
Elizabeth M.
About the host
Hosted by David Bowin

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