Central Coast

Pismo's wide sand, Morro Rock and the quiet towns up to Cambria, halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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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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Oceanfront Deck and Community Pool - Stunning Coastal Escape
No. 01

Oceanfront Deck and Community Pool - Stunning Coastal Escape

Condo
3 bedroom sleeps 6 shared pool about $617 a night

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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Oceanfront Deck and Chef's Kitchen - Stunning Coastal Retreat
No. 02

Oceanfront Deck and Chef's Kitchen - Stunning Coastal Retreat

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3 bedroom sleeps 8 private pool about $760 a night

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!

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Oceanfront View and Pool Access - Exquisite Beachfront Sanctuary
No. 03

Oceanfront View and Pool Access - Exquisite Beachfront Sanctuary

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3 bedroom sleeps 7 private pool about $485 a night

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.

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Oceanfront Decks and Pool Access - Stunning Coastal Escape
No. 04

Oceanfront Decks and Pool Access - Stunning Coastal Escape

Condo
3 bedroom sleeps 8 private pool about $666 a night

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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Ocean Front and Gated Community - Charming Coastal Retreat
No. 05

Ocean Front and Gated Community - Charming Coastal Retreat

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2 bedroom sleeps 6 private pool about $395 a night

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.

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Pool and Spa in Gated Complex - Charming Coastal Retreat
No. 06

Pool and Spa in Gated Complex - Charming Coastal Retreat

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2 bedroom sleeps 6 private pool about $247 a night

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.

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