Your Retreat on the Central Coast

Boni's Taco Truck - Cambria

A local classic. Typically open Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon.

https://bonistacos.com/locations/taco-truck

Brydge Restaurant - Cambria

Brydge is situated in a beautifully repurposed Victorian era home and serves delicious Central Coast inspired dishes. Each time we go to Brydge we are thrilled by both the food and the service. We typically enjoy several small plates and the local wines.

https://www.brydgerestaurant.com

https://la.eater.com/dining-report/294178/brydge-restaurant-review

Madeline's - Cambria

French Inspired Foods, Excellent Wine Selections, 

Attentive Service, Perfect for a Date Night.

We recently enjoyed the Autumn Salad, Duck Breast and Filet Mignon at Madeline's for dinner. The service and the food were both excellent. 

https://madelinescambria.com

Robin's Restaurant - Cambria

Robin's stunning garden is reason enough to go to Robin's. We have been loving the Robin's Chow, Ahi Nachos and Risotto.  Robin's always has many GF and vegetarian options. This is a local favorite, especially for outdoor dining.

https://www.robinsrestaurant.com/menus

French Corner Bakery - Cambria 

There is often a line here for good reason. Scones, individual serving pies, croissants and the rosemary bread are just a few of the items guests have loved.

https://frenchcornerbakery.com 

Deli at Sebastian's General Store and Deli - San Simeon 

Sebastian's is great to pair with a trip to Hearst Castle, Ragged Point and/or an oceanfront wine tasting at Hearst Ranch. This is a casual and delicious stop. We love to eat a Californian Sandwich and then go for a long walk or a wine tasting. 

https://www.sebastiansgeneralstore.com/visit

Novo Restaurant - San Luis Obispo 

Suggestion: reserve an early dinner or lunch time and see if you can get a Creekside dining table. This is one of our favorites. Always great service and quality food. 

 https://www.novorestaurant.com

Flour House - San Luis Obispo

Cute Outdoor Seating, Great Pizza and Good Wines by the Glass

http://www.flourhouseslo.com

Soto's True Earth Market - Cambria

Great place to grab sandwiches, a few snacks, pick up prepared salads and just 

an all around lovely locally focused grocery

https://www.trueearthmarket.com

Hidden Kitchen - Cambria + Cayucos

Savory and Sweet Waffles, Smoothies + More

https://hiddenkitchencalifornia.com/cambria

Sweet Offerings - Cambria

Truffles, Candy, Ice Cream/Gelato and more. Conveniently located next door to a great 

pottery and gift shop (Amphora) and just across the street from Robin's Restaurant. 

Sweet Offerings is a worthy stop on its own, or as part of a day of shopping and dining.

https://www.sugarthebear.com

My Friend Mike's Pizza in SLO

Truly Delicious Pizza. Order Ahead Online and Pick up or Eat There. This can be a great stop on your way in from LA or San Diego or on your way home. Plan ahead night before to get your desired pizza pick up time. 

https://www.myfriendmikes.com

Sol Spa in Hotel San Luis Obispo

Massage, Facial, Reflexology

Along with your service, you also get partial day access to dry sauna, pool + more

https://hotel-slo.com/sol-spa/

Vyana Wellness Collective - Cambria

Massage, Infrared Sauna, Yoga Classes

https://www.vyana.life

Amphora Gallery - Cambria

4070 Burton Dr

Just across the street from Robin's Restaurant

Always interesting ceramics, art prints, photography, gifts + More

Several prints, ceramics and other items in the cottage are from Amphora.

Ephraim Pottery- Cambria

728 Main Street

Worth a visit for the vases, drink ware and unique items. 

Many of our gorgeous and sturdy mugs and cups in the cottage are from Ephraim.

 https://ephraimpottery.com/product-category/art-pottery/

Patrick Gallery and Studio - Cambria

if you are lucky you'll catch the artist painting live in his studio https://www.patrickgallery.com

Grow Nursery - Cambria

It's a whole vibe. Great spot to peruse or buy unique plants, rocks, artifacts+gifts.

www.grownursery.com

Lucia Apothecary - Cambria

Lucia's "Spanish Moss" is the body wash featured in the cottage.

So many great soaps, cremes and gifts at Lucia's Apothecary.  

https://www.luciacompany.com/default.asp

Sea and Green - Cambria

Luxury Home Goods, Vintage Clothing, Plants + More

https://www.sea-n-green.com

Fiscalini Ranch Preserve

 Walk to Fiscalini from the cottage or park at the South entrance near Wedgewood/Windsor cross streets. The trails, wildlife + views are sensational.

The Ocean Bluff Trail is a guest favorite. 

https://www.fiscaliniranchpreserve.org/explore/trails/

The Garden Shed Shops

 Grab a cup of coffee at Lily's and then enjoy the unique plants, books, art and more among the garden shed shops like Grow Nursery, Ocean Heir and Cayucos Cellars.

http://www.grownursery.com

The Cambria Nursery 

See the goats, chickens, gift shops or pick out a gorgeous plant to take home with you.

Around the Holidays, they have an extensive Winter Wonderland exhibit with many holiday gift possibilities and collectibles.

https://www.cambrianursery.com

The Cambria Farmers Market

https://www.cambriafarmersmarket.com/home

The Wedgewood Ocean Access-Way 

A 0.4 mi walk from the cottage: This is a great place to watch the sea, take photos + explore the rocky beach (when tides are low). You are just 1/2 block away from Fiscalini Preserve and can hop on the Ocean Bluff Trail next if you want a longer walk. 

https://share.google/XNaAhu8W04cQ6XOLV

Lampton Cliffs Park

Another great spot for taking in the sunset views and watching for whales. Gorgeous sunsets, whales or dolphins will draw neighbors and tourists alike to this Marine Terrace Neighborhood Park. It is about 4 blocks from the Cottage.

Moonstone Beach

Classic Cambria Walk along the sea, near the Hotel Row. If you are a seafood lover, stop for dinner at the Sea Chest Oyster Bar. It is a 7-8 min drive around the Preserve or a 2.5 mile walk to get to Moonstone Beach walking through the preserve.  

San Simeon - Hearst Ranch Oceanfront Wine Tasting 

Stunning ocean views and all new food options. Bring layers, sunglasses and your camera because you'll want to be ready for the whole right on the sea experience.

Reservations are required. Great to pair with Hearst Castle Tour or as your early afternoon stop after exploring Big Sur. 

https://www.hearstranchwinery.com/wine-tasting

Madeline's on Moonstone - Cambria

Well located, friendly and casual wine tasting with ocean views

Great to go for a walk along the Moonstone Beach boardwalk and then

enjoy a glass of wine at Madeline's 

https://madelinescambria.com/pages/madelines-on-moonstone

Tablas Creek Vineyard

Picturesque drive on Highway 46 and then up on Vineyard Road.

This certified regenerative organic vineyard is a worth adding to the itinerary.

approximately a 40 min drive from the cottage

Reservations needed for peak season, walk-ins often available, too.

https://tablascreek.com

Daou Vineyards

Dining, stunning views and many wines to explore. 

You will definitely need a reservation. 

45 min drive from the cottage

https://daouvineyards.com

Cutruzzola Vineyards - Cambria

 Wine Tasting Room - 7 min drive from the cottage

Personable in Cambria tastings-great to pair with shopping in Cambria and a light lunch or brunch at Robin's Restaurant.

https://www.cutruzzolavineyards.com/pages/tasting-room

The Optimyst - Local Wines and Craft Beer - Cambria

Fun casual setting with so many local wines to choose from. 

https://theoptimyst.io

Ragged Point in Big Sur 

This is about a 30 min scenic drive up the coast on Hwy 1. 

Beaches, mountains, rolling hills, dramatic coastal bluffs. This drive has it all. 

The cute coffee and pastry shop at Ragged Point is a nice break to stretch your legs and take in the Big Sur Views. Explore Ragged Point and continue on toward Salmon Creek or Gorda or head back and swing by Piedras Blancas, Hearst Ranch Wine Tasting or a Hearst Castle Tour on your way back. It is not uncommon to see deer, elk, cows and even the infamous Hearst Zebras while on this drive up the coast. 

Piedras Blancas and the Elephant Seal Colony

 https://elephantseal.org/about-the-seals/

https://www.visitcalifornia.com/experience/piedras-blancas/

Hearst Castle

Hearst Castle Tours

Advanced Reservations Required

 https://hearstcastle.org/tour-hearst-castle/daily-tours/

Montano de Oro State Park in Los Osos

 https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=592  

This gorgeous area is about 40 minutes from the cottage

Nepenthe + The Phoenix Shop in Big Sur 

Breathtaking views, unique dining + shopping experience

 https://www.nepenthe.com

Morro Strand State Beach

https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=593

Cycling

 https://cyclecentralcoast.com/routes/

Whale Watching

 https://morrobaywhalewatching.com