Thursday, November 12. Holding it back: cool air (68F high), brisk water (69F), breezy (13 mph), rough surf (7.7 ft).
Forecast and sea state: Open-Meteo. Tides: NOAA CO-OPS predictions. Scored fresh every morning; the number is a guide to the day, not a promise.
The Central Coast is the part of California between the two big cities, and it is slower than either. Pismo Beach, Grover Beach and Oceano share 17 miles of wide flat sand backed by dunes, with a pier in the middle. Avila Beach is a small sheltered cove that stays warmer than its neighbors. Morro Bay has the rock and a working harbor. Cayucos is a beach town of a few blocks with a wooden pier, and Cambria's Moonstone Beach has a boardwalk along the bluff with elephant seals a short drive north.
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Welcome to El Oceano, a refined oceanfront retreat offering privacy, comfort, and effortless island living.
Beach lovers rejoice! This stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bath recently renovated vacation rental lies in the heart of the Oceano Dunes, just steps from Pismo State Beach. Rise each day to salty breezes and beachfront views, and retire each night to the calming soundtrack of rolling waves. When adventure calls, choose to swim, surf, or explore the Oceano Dunes Natural Preserve State Park. At the day's end, return home to grill out on the deck or sip local wine from the comfort of the spacious sunroom. The space Newly Renovated. Steps to Shoreline. Sand Dune & Ocean Views. Walk to Shops, Restaurants, Downtown Bedroom 1: King Bed. Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Bunk Beds. Bedroom 3: Queen Bed.
Stunningly situated right on the beach in Oceano, this oceanfront home offers a wonderful, tranquil escape for families or a group of people.
Welcome to The Jamie, a rare oceanfront retreat where the sound of the waves and sweeping beach views define every moment. Set directly on the sand in the heart of Cayucos, this thoughtfully designed home offers an authentic Central Coast escape with relaxed comfort, elevated style, and unbeatable proximity to the shore. Inside, the open-concept layout is bright and welcoming, framed by expansive windows that keep the ocean front and center. The living room invites you to unwind with comfortable seating, a cozy fireplace, and a pull-out couch that comfortably sleeps two, allowing the home to accommodate up to 6 guests with ease.
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
Welcome to Strand Way A, your front-row seat to the surf and sand. Located right on the beach, this modern coastal haven delivers unbeatable access to the ocean, just step outside and you're there. Whether you're sunbathing by day or strolling the shore at sunset, this location is all about living that toes-in-the-sand lifestyle. Inside, crisp contemporary design and thoughtful details make it easy to unwind. The home features two serene bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a versatile loft space complete with a queen bed.
Spacious holiday home with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, located near Pismo Beach.
Oceanfront 3 bedroom 2.5 bath condo in the exclusive Pismo Shores Estates, Sleeps 6, King, Queen, Twin Bunk Beds, WiFi, Stream-ready smart TV, Gas Barbeque, Pool, spa and clubhouse in complex. 1 carport parking space. Rents weekly. Clean, quiet, and comfortable this condo is the perfect spot for a relaxing week overlooking the sands of Pismo State Beach and the glittering expanse of the Pacific Ocean. Located in the Pismo Shores Estates oceanfront complex with community pool, hot tub, and clubhouse and private access from the complex to the public beach. The ground level of the condo is the main living space with a nice open layout.
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This brand-new oceanfront haven offers breathtaking views of white sand, Oceano dunes, and the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy rooftop terrace panoramas and a gourmet kitchen.
Oceanfront 3bed/2bath, sleeps 8. King Sleep Number, King, Queen, 2 twin sofa sleepers. 2 decks with gas Barbeque. Fireplace, 2 Tvs /dvd/CD player. 2 car garage, washer/dryer. Wireless Internet. Pool, spa and clubhouse in complex. Rents weekly. This property underwent a big remodel in the first half of 2023, finishing touches are being added in the summer (July) and new photos are coming soon! The description of the property that follows has been updated to reflect the changes made so it will differ from what is shown in the photos for a short time. Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions!
Beach Front Paradise in Avila Beach, California. This executive home with luxurious appointments has four bedrooms and four baths and can sleep 10 people comfortably.
2 bed/2.5 bath on the sand--sleeps 4, king, 2 twins, fireplace, tv/vcr/dvd, washer/dryer, patio with barbecue, garage for one car, dishwasher. Wi-Fi Sandy View, the very apt name for this wonderous beachfront property, awaits your arrival. Offering a unique combination of adventure and relaxation, Sandy View sits right on the sands of Pismo State Beach near the Oceano Dunes recreation area. This property has a comfortable, modern feel but don't let the aesthetic fool you. there are hidden treasures far more ancient than you could guess. This home has 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Both bedrooms have flat screen TV's and en-suite baths.
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Welcome to Ocean Dreams on The Strand with unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. This unique and stunning custom home boasts 4 bedrooms, each with a private bathroom making it perfect for large and multi families.
3 bed/2 bath, oceanfront and direct view of the Pismo Beach Pier! Sleeps 7: king, queen + twin, 2 twins. BBQ, fireplace, W/D, WiFi, Pool, spa and clubhouse in complex. 1 assigned parking space. Rents weekly. Pismo Beach Condo, Ocean Front, Directly on Beach. 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath, Sleeps 8, Ocean Views. Condo offers, unique opportunity to watch the waves and sunsets from right on the beachfront, along with a pool and spa in the gated community. Pismo State Beach, Pismo Pier, downtown restaurants, shops and entertainment all adjacent to the gated condo complex. The living room includes fireplace, wireless internet and a 50" flat screen TV with DVD player. Gourmet Kitchen. Dining room seats 8.
This 4 bedroom, 3 bath amazing custom home sits right on the beach in Morro Bay features incredible views and is one of the most exquisitely finished homes in the entire central coast!
3 bed/2 bath, Oceanfront w/ Pool & spa in complex. Sleeps 8. King in master, king in 2nd room, queen in 3rd room, fold out floor mattresses for living room, fireplace, Barbecue, 2-car garage, hi-speed internet, washer/dryer. Rents weekly. The week beginning June 19th, 2026 has had the rates reduced by $1000! Book now for this spectacular opportunity! Oceanfront Pismo Beach Condo, located right on the world-famous sands of Pismo Beach inside a private, gated community. Watch the waves and sunsets and walk to the Pismo Pier, Boardwalk, and everything downtown. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, split level end unit condo with two large ocean front decks.
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This iconic oceanfront cayucos beach home sits directly over the sand offering direct beach access and stunning views.
2 bed/2.5 bath, ocean front, sleeps 6, king, queen and bunk beds, 1 assigned parking space, fireplace, Barbeque, hi-speed internet, W/D. Pool, spa and clubhouse in complex. Rents weekly. Ocean Front, 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath condo, Sleeps 6, Gated Community, Pool, Spa. Pismo Beach condo, ocean front, beach front. Stroll across the sand to the Pismo Pier. Downtown restaurants, entertainment and shops are adjacent. Watch the sunsets. Listen to the waves. Enjoy beach front living. The living room as TV, digital cable service, and Stereo with CD player, and wireless internet. Dining table for 6. Primary bedroom has a king size bed, TV with digital cable service, and deck with ocean front view.
This large patio is where you will probably spend all your time. It is on the ocean side of the house with direct access to the kitchen/living areas.
2 bed/2.5 bath, sleeps 6, queen, 2 twins, sofa sleeper, charcoal Barbeque, washer/dryer, 1 assigned parking space, hi-speed internet. Pool, spa and clubhouse in complex. Rents weekly. *Rents Weekly Only* Monthly Rentals Available During The Winter Season Condo in Downtown Pismo Beach, Complex is Ocean Front, Gated, 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, pool, spa, located in downtown Pismo Beach. The living room of this condo has a fireplace, TV, VCR, DVD player, wireless internet and a queen sofa sleeper. There is a dining table for 6. Washer/dryer. The Primary bedroom has a King bed, tv and deck with partial ocean view. The Second bedroom has a full bed and a twin bed.
This may be the finest (oceanfront!) vacation rental in Cambria. Located in the exclusive Sea Clift Estates, this home has panoramic ocean views throughout the house.
Strand Way A & B - Two Oceanfront Homes, One Unforgettable Stay Double the views. Double the space. Double the toes-in-the-sand vibes. When you rent Strand Way A and B together, you're claiming your own private slice of beachfront paradise, ideal for larger families, friend groups, or multi-generational getaways. Perched right on the shoreline, these side-by-side modern coastal homes offer front-row access to the waves and panoramic ocean views from sunrise to sunset. Whether you're kicking back on the patio at Strand A or catching the breeze from the rooftop deck at Strand B, every corner of this two-home combo is designed for effortless seaside living.
203 Villa Cortez in Pismo Beach offers a holiday home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
This lower-level, oceanfront home (part of a duplex that can be rented together to accommodate up to 12 guests) offers space for six, a furnished deck with a gas grill, a fenced yard with spectacular views, and convenient beach access via stairs just a couple houses away. Kick back on the deck or out in the grassy yard and watch for passing dolphins and whales in the water. Start a fire in the gas fireplace and cozy up in the living room during the cooler months. Throughout the year, hop online with ease thanks to the free WiFi and catch up on all your favorite shows or watch a movie or two on the flatscreen cable TV with DVD player. What's Nearby?
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130 Pismo Shores in Pismo Beach offers a holiday home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Take a leisurely stroll down onto the sands from this charming oceanfront home with a front and back yard, spacious deck, outdoor fire pit, spectacular view, and room for eight lucky guests. Located right off Pacific Avenue and adjacent to the beach, this home is less than a mile from the Cayucos Pier for casual fishing and the heart of downtown Cayucos for shops and local eateries aplenty. Or hop in the car and drive about 20 miles northeast to visit several well-known wineries offering tours and tasting rooms in the Templeton and Paso Robles areas.
125 Pismo Shores in Pismo Beach offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views.
This upper-level, oceanfront home (part of a duplex that can be rented together to accommodate up to 12 guests) offers space for six, a furnished deck with a gas grill and spectacular views up and down the coast, and convenient beach access via stairs just a couple houses away. You're going to love staying in this lovely home while taking in views of the Pacific Ocean! Relax on the deck with a refreshing beverage and watch for passing dolphins and whales out in the water. Start a fire in the gas fireplace and cozy up in the living room during the cooler months.
132 Pismo Shores in Pismo Beach offers three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and sea views.
Spacious holiday home with sea views, 3 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms.
369 Stimson in Pismo Beach offers a holiday home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Elegant Accommodations: 109 Pismo Shores in Pismo Beach offers a holiday home with three bedrooms and three bathrooms.
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Spacious vacation home with ocean views, steps from Avila Beach.
This beautiful luxury home on the waterfront in beautiful Avila Beach awaits you. Casa Azul offers every amenity available to make your stay comfortable.
Located just steps away from the water, our home is fully furnished and will sleep up to 10 guests.
Right on the sand, this home is an Ocean Front Paradise! Huge floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room lead out to a deck that floats above the sand.
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This amazing beachfront home in Morro Bay has pristine ocean and beach views.
This home is located right on the desirable beach track and offers stunning beach views.
This remarkable 3 bd 3 ba ultra-custom home sits right on the Cayucos Beach strand, perfectly placed between Morro Rock and the Cayucos pier. No expense was spared.
Escape to this stunning 3-bedroom oceanfront loft in the heart of downtown Cayucos, where breathtaking ocean views meet the charm of a true California beach town.
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Experience the best of Cambria from this exceptional oceanfront retreat in exclusive Sea Clift Estates, offering breathtaking panoramic views and private beach access.
Comfortable Accommodations in Pismo Beach with a private kitchen and outdoor swimming pool.
Comfortable Accommodations: 345 Hinds in Pismo Beach offers a holiday home with two bedrooms and one bathroom.
113 Pismo Shores is a vacation home in Pismo Beach offering stunning sea views, 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms.
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Comfortable Accommodations with sea view and outdoor swimming pool.
138 Pismo Shores features two bedrooms, three bathrooms, and offers sea views.
219 San Miguel offers a holiday home with scenic views just steps from Avila Beach.
Strand Way B by AvantStay offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views.
Comfortable Accommodations: 307 Casa Bella offers a holiday home with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Comfortable Accommodations: 160 Ocean View in Pismo Beach offers a holiday home with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
340 Hollister in Pismo Beach offers a holiday home with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
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215 San Miguel in Avila Beach offers comfortable accommodations with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
A luxury ocean front condo in downtown Avila Beach with sea views.
The entire place is yours with direct beachfront access and stunning sea views.
Enjoy the unobstructed ocean views and close proximity to the best that Pismo Beach has to offer. This beachfront condo is a fully furnished 2 bedroom/2 bathroom 1500 sq. foot space that comes with a 2 car garage and elevator access.
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Luxurious, ocean front, furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo, includes amenities, located above the historic, charming Avila Market.
Experience beach front living on the beautiful central coast. Enjoy life at the beach at this quaint home with incredible views.
Rental is for Grand Morro, a 2 bedroom condo suite with Morro Bay rock and bay views. This rare beachfront property offers direct access to the beach and sea.
A very quiet, upper story, end unit located directly on the beach with some of the best views ever. It features a fully-equipped kitchen, fireplace, and spacious living area.
28 San Miguel in Avila Beach offers a holiday home with one bedroom and a living room.
Comfortable Accommodations: 196 Front Street in Avila Beach offers a holiday home with one bedroom and two bathrooms.
A charming holiday home in Avila Beach with modern amenities and a private patio.
This upper-level vacation rental gives you front-row seats to one of California’s most charming coastal towns.
Cozy PET FRIENDLY, Ground floor unit (no stairs), oceanfront condo on the Estero Bluffs with your own PRIVATE deck, just a few steps away from putting your toes in the sand.
Oceanfront Cottage is a charming oceanfront vacation rental nestled above the Pacific Ocean in the quaint artsy village of Cambria, featuring stunning unobstructed ocean views and direct beach access.
Located in Oceano, this vacation home is on the beach. Price Anniversary House and Swinging Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Locked Inn and Clark Center for the Performing Arts.
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
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A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
Imagine yourself here, relaxing to the sounds of the waves, the coast is calling.
Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
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Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
This unit has an amazing bayfront patio with grill and table with chairs, perfect place to grab your favorite beverage and sit to enjoy the sunsets.
Direct beach access, doesnt get any better than this.
Welcome to the Seal House, a rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
Enjoy top-rated ocean views from dawn to dusk right from your stay. A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
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