Step into Strandcastle @ McCarthy, a spacious coastal retreat perched one house off the Strand with ocean views. Enjoy beachside living, panoramic ocean vistas from the deck, an outdoor fire pit and vintage surfboard charm. With room for 11 and easy access to Central Coast attractions like Pismo Beach and Oceano Dunes Nature Park.
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Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111901 sq ft
Popular amenities
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pet friendly
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Strandcastle - Oceanview - Dog Yard - SO much Parking! - Steps from Sand
Discover your dream coastal retreat at Strandcastle @ McCarthy, just one house off the Strand with stunning ocean views. Steps from the sand, this 4-bed, 2-bath gem invites families to relax. TONS of parking for your cars and toys, plus a fully fenced doggie yard with a doghouse for your furry friends! Enjoy beachside living, panoramic deck views, an outdoor fire pit, and vintage surfboard charm. Sleeps 11 with easy access to Central Coast attractions. Your perfect beachside getaway awaits!
THE SPACE This spacious property sits up high on the corner of Strand and McCarthy with TWO sandy beach access points just steps from the home. You can also bring your toys, there is plenty of extra parking on this oversized lot. Sunset bonfires are permitted on the beach (time for S'mores!) and you only have to walk out the door onto the sand to find your special spot. You will have the entire beach as your own backyard playground.
There is plenty of room for your families to sprawl out in this 1901 sqft home with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, perfect for entertaining inside and out. You will enjoy easy proximity to all things Central Coast ~ walk along the shoreline to Pismo Beach, take a hike in the Oceano dunes or nearby hiking trails, horseback riding, rent or bring your own recreational vehicles, world-renowned dining, quaint shops, museums, short drive to Avila Beach, Arroyo Grande Village, SLO Farmer's Market, Hearst Castle, car shows, multiple festivals, wine tasting, Cal Poly, Morro Bay, Lopez Lake and so much more! We welcome you to enjoy this dreamy beach house and embark on the BEST vacation ever!
FIRST FLOOR *2 bedrooms ~ each with one Queen bed (plus a futon sleeper in one of the bedrooms) and sliding glass doors to patio *Bathroom *Laundry in the garage
SECOND FLOOR *Huge wrap-around deck with panoramic ocean views *Ocean view kitchen with all you will need to make fabulous meals for your ocean view dining ~ no reservations needed! *Cozy living room w/ gas stove *Cable television, games, books, and more to keep the little ones occupied when you aren't at the beach! *Dining table off of kitchen *Eat-in bar top with 2 barstools *Primary bedroom with a Cal King bed *Primary bedroom adjoins a large bonus bedroom with 2 Queen beds
OTHER AMENITIES *Outdoor space with fire pit and plenty of seating, including a vintage surfboard bench...photo opp! *Comfortably sleeps 11 *Recently renovated and thoughtfully decorated with a Cali beach vibe throughout *Fully fenced dog yard! *Keurig *Washer and dryer *Hair dryers *Plush towels and bath amenities *Comfortable beds and bedding *Wifi and Smart TVs *Charcoal BBQ *2 car spaces in covered parking garage plus 2-4 additional onsite parking spaces
This area is among the most popular and unique of California State Parks. The 5 1/2 miles of beach open for vehicle use and the dunes available for off-highway motor vehicle recreation are attractions for visitors from throughout the United States. Oceano Dunes is the only California State Park where vehicles may be driven on the beach. Four-wheel drive / all-wheel drive vehicles are recommended for driving on the beach . Beach wheelchairs are available for loan at the Pier and Grand Avenue entrance to the beach. Surfing, swimming, surf fishing, horseback riding, and bird watching are popular activities. Just a few miles up the coast you'll find more activities like kayaking, cycling, wakeboarding, board walking, wine tasting and so much more! Also close to restaurants, shopping, and medical attention.
GUEST ACCESS Guests have access to the entire property, including the spacious living areas, ocean-view kitchen, and outdoor deck and yards. There are two Queen bedrooms on the first floor, each with patio/yard access. On the second floor, you'll find the primary bedroom w/ a Cal King bed, adjoining a large bonus bedroom with 2 Queen beds. Floor plans are included in property photos.
Other things to note:
The house comfortably sleeps 11, has recently been renovated with a Cali beach vibe, and offers tons of amenities like a keurig, washer/dryer, plush towels, comfortable beds/bedding and bath amenities.
***PARKING*** There is plenty of additional parking for cars and your toys!
***PETS*** Welcome to Strandcastle Paw Palace!
Your pup is invited to enjoy our designated fully fenced dog yard, affectionately named the 'Strandcastle Paw Palace'!
To make your pet's stay as comfortable as possible:
-Soft dog beds are available in the garage—one can be placed inside the wine barrel dog bed in the Strandcastle Paw Palace. -An adorable "Sun Maid" dog bed is also in the garage and can be brought inside if you'd like. -A cozy dog house is ready and waiting in the yard for your pup to relax outdoors. -A handy waste bag dispenser is provided for your convenience. -Included pet supplies: dog house, dog beds, blankets, bowls and beach towels for sandy paws!
Registration number STR6009415
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the ocean
Things to do
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching 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)
An adult age 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number STR6009415
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Oceano, CA
What's nearby
Pismo State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Pacific Dunes Ranch Riding Stables - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
Monarch Butterfly Grove - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
Pismo Beach Pier - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
Getting around
Grover Beach Station - 6 min drive
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Okui Strawberry Stand - 3 min drive
Old Juan's Cantina - 8 min walk
Fin's Restaurant - 4 min drive
Deltina - 3 min drive
Sushi 805 - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Strandcastle - Oceanview - Dog Yard - SO much Parking! - Steps from Sand pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
What time is check-in at Strandcastle - Oceanview - Dog Yard - SO much Parking! - Steps from Sand?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Strandcastle - Oceanview - Dog Yard - SO much Parking! - Steps from Sand?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Strandcastle - Oceanview - Dog Yard - SO much Parking! - Steps from Sand located?
Nestled on the beach, this Oceano vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Pismo State Beach, Oceano Lagoon, and Oceano Park. Pismo Beach Golf Course and Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve are also within 2 mi (3 km). Grover Beach Station is 28 minutes by foot.
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