Family-friendly vacation rentals in Avila Beach

New Spanish Home in Downtown Avila Beach

Step onto the terrace and breathe in the fresh air while taking in the stunning mountain views. Villa Risa is a Modern Spanish, seductive, open-plan home with a statement fireplace, a gourmet kitchen with a vaulted ceiling and skylights, and wooden flooring. Spacious living area lends itself to wonderful conversations, relaxing retreat, or soaking in music or movies. Two well appointed bedrooms, along with three sleeper sofas in the great room, make it a great space for family and friends to enjoy time together. After your days of adventure, laughter will flow as you grill in the beautiful outdoor space with a panoramic view of the central coast mountains, and enjoy the hot tub on the roof deck. Three bikes provided with bike rentals nearby (if needed), Two Flip out pads (floor mattresses) are available. Guests will have access to entire house. Parking for one car in the garage and one car in an outdoor space. Beach toys, towels, chairs, beach umbrella, bikes and wagon can all be found in the garage. We will be available through messaging or text. We own a studio apartment below the villa and will be there occasionally. Villa Risa is located in the heart of the Central Coast vineyards, with a park, restaurants, Avila Beach, bike paths, and walking trails nearby. Deep sea fishing, boating, surfing, and dozens of wineries are all within easy reach. The Bob Jones trail is close by for walking and biking. San Luis Obispo (one the top five happiest places in America) is just a 15 minute drive north, where you will find great shopping, amazing restaurants, and a beautiful mission. Just south of Avila are more great beaches, outlet malls and seafood restaurants. Villa Risa is just an hour drive to Hearst Castle, passing through Morro Bay, and beautiful Cambria. You may want to check out the elephant seals at San Simeon. Villa Risa is located in the heart of the Central Coast vineyards just a short five minute walk to the shore of Avila Beach, with a park, restaurants, bike paths, and walking trails nearby. Deep sea fishing, boating, surfing, and dozens of wineries are all within easy reach.

"The Treehouse"/studio in oaks. Ocean 6+min. walk

This Isolated, cozy 400 sq.ft. studio on stilts, at Sunset Magazines rated third best beach in California, has a queen bed in the bedroom, a small bathroom, couch that pulls out to a single bed in the living room. High-speed internet with WiFi, Roku-TV streaming, sm. fridge, microwave, toaster oven, electric skillet, coffee + tea pots, private deck, and covered parking. This space resides beneath large Oaks, near a creek and golf course. Sun to Thurs: 1-night minimum. Fri/Sat-2-night minimum.

Modern Private Cottage+walkable+views+patio w/ BBQ

This adorable cottage is located 1 mile from downtown SLO and is equidistant to local wineries! Clean and tastefully decorated- equip with a full kitchen, comfortable sleeping accommodations and all the modern luxuries of home. This private studio is nestled on the backside of a beautifully landscaped property with a separate entrance and secluded patio area distanced from the main home offering you peace and serenity. Just a short stroll to Taste, SLO Co-Op, Del Monte's, Sally Loo's & many more

The Deckhouse | Historic Charm Steps to Sand

Step into a piece of Avila Beach history. The Deckhouse is a thoughtfully restored vintage bungalow—one of the area's original beach homes—now reimagined for modern travel. Located just a 2-minute walk from the sand, this charming studio blends coastal nostalgia with high-end comforts. Whether you are sipping coffee on the patio, riding our beach cruisers down the Bob Jones Trail, or enjoying a glass of wine by the fire pit, this is your perfect base for an effortless Central Coast escape.

Avila Beach House

Built in 1907, renovated in 2012 and 2020 and is located 1.5 blocks from the beach. Fully furnished with 2 bedrooms (queen beds), a loft (2 twin beds) and 1 bathroom. Accommodates up to 6 guests. NO EXCEPTIONS. Cable TV, Wifi, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, laundry and patio area with BBQ and air conditioning. PLEASE NOTE: Only a $25 cleaning fee. Guests have light cleaning at check out. Check out list available upon request prior to booking. See other details for more info

Blue Wave of Avila

Modern, large 1,381 sq ft two story private Condo 2 blocks from Avila's white sand beach with your own private 3rd story 600 sq ft roof top patio with couches, fire pit, heater and hot tub overlooking Avila's ambiance. Be right in the middle of the action with fishing, surfing, biking, golf, live music, restaurants, shopping all around. With a short drive your in the Central Coast wine country. Check out the video of our property by scanning the QR code found in our photo gallery.

Montgomery Vineyard

Montgomery Vineyard was once part of the oldest dairy farm in San Luis Obispo County. The unique accommodations offers guests an eclectic décor of antiques and memorabilia from behind the camera in Hollywood. The views from the large, private deck are of the vineyard and the vineyard covered hills beyond. It is a lovely, relaxing place to enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine made from the grapes grown in Montgomery Vineyard. Beautiful Avila Beach is just down the road.

Landing Passage! Just steps from the boardwalk.

This beautiful partial ocean view luxury condo with one bedroom and one bath is the perfect spot to experience 'The Avila Beach Lifestyle'. Located downtown in the heart of Avila's newest mixed-use development just 100 feet from the sand. This luxury upstairs fully furnished condo with vaulted ceilings provides fireplaces in both living room and bedroom, fully stocked kitchen, two flat screen televisions, high speed wireless internet with washer and dryer.

Ocean front Condo with heated pool and restaurant

Our condo is one of the top 10 oceanfront resorts in California. This unit overlooks the ocean, pool, Jacuzzi, bbqs and fire pit. Access to the beach is just yards away. It has a beautiful restaurant overlooking the ocean just steps below the unit. The restaurant offers pool service , room service also a full bar with live music. The resort has a gym, spa, valet parking, bikes that you can use and it is very close to many restaurants, wineries and fun events.

Shell Beach Hideaway

Welcome to picturesque Shell Beach Hideaway. This charming studio cottage offers privacy and seclusion, yet walking distance to restaurants, cafes, a private small beach, and to numerous points of interest This is a NO SMOKING cottage.This private studio is located behind our home in a quiet neighborhood with a full bath, queen bed, wifi, and a full kitchen. No pets allowed. Maximum guest two (2). Not suitable for children. License 19951

Sandy’s Place

Picturesque beach house perched on the hillside overlooking Avila Beach and Harbor. This house is single story once you walk up a flight of steps. You are welcomed by a beautifully landscaped yard and a large porch to sit and watch the waves and stunning sunsets. The bedrooms are on the backside of the house allowing the family room, eating area and kitchen to have views of the ocean.

Blue Skies - Avila Beach Condo

Welcome to Blue Skies Condo located less than a block from the beach and downtown Avila. This condo sleeps 6 and offers 2 spacious bedrooms and bathrooms in addition to a comfy couch bed in the living room, 1 car garage with full washer and dryer, 2 patios on the second level, Lastly a rooftop deck with bbq/kitchen and a second level lounge area to soak up the sun.