8 Mile House-Experience California Tranquility at this Historical Ranch Home!
Santa Margarita, San Luis Obispo County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
8 Mile House-Experience California Tranquility at this Historical Ranch Home! When you stay at the 8 Mile House, you will enjoy a sense of old California serenity with all of the modern comforts you could want, including four historically themed guest rooms, a scenic covered porch and a large outdoor patio, dining table and barbecue. The standalone party barn is great for watching the game, servi...
8 Mile House-Experience California Tranquility at this Historical Ranch Home! When you stay at the 8 Mile House, you will enjoy a sense of old California serenity with all of the modern comforts you could want, including four historically themed guest rooms, a scenic covered porch and a large outdoor patio, dining table and barbecue. The standalone party barn is great for watching the game, serving up drinks and hanging out! Elements of the original 19th-century structure are found in nearly every aspect of the property, while apple trees, pomegranate, persimmon trees and grapevines provide a timeless ambiance that is rooted in the ranch’s agricultural heritage. The home sits on 3 acres, surrounded by hiking and biking trails located 5 minutes away. Built by the Bean brothers in 1877, this home is exactly eight miles from the mission town of San Luis Obispo—a meaningful distance at the time of its creation. Located at the north base of the steep Cuesta Grade on the original El Camino Real, the home was used as a hotel for travelers making their way up or down the grade. The travelers could park their heavily loaded wagons, seek overnight lodging and even rent extra teams of horses for their journey across the grade. Today, the 8 Mile House stands as a testament to Santa Margarita Ranch's tradition of “early California rancho hospitality.” Originally settled by Franciscan missionaries in the late 1700s, Santa Margarita Ranch is still one of California’s oldest continuously operated cattle ranches—and is today best known as the home of Ancient Peaks Winery.The 8 Mile House ultimately reflects a love of history and a joy in sharing the ranch with others—a passion that is evident in all of the little details that make this place so special. Located less than 20 minutes from Shell or Avila Beach, and Santa Margarita Lake (a great fishing spot), 5 minutes from wine tasting/zip ling and only 15 minutes from Downtown San Luis Obispo.***Five Star Coffee Program- We start your stay with a supply of coffee, filters, coffee pods, cream, and sugar for our provided drip and pod-style coffee makers onsite at every home***Dogs are only allowed with an additional $25/night per dog fee. The pet fee is not included in the 'initial quote'. Please let us know if you will be bringing a dog(s) during your stay, so we can charge accordingly.***.***Wi-Fi and/or power outages can occur periodically in our small town and rural settings, over which we have no control******We continue to implement our already rigorous cleaning protocols along with an added layer of disinfecting, as we finalize for each guest arrival.***County Permit # 6008975Paso Robles Vacation Rentals® is your local expert! Please contact us with questions about restaurants, wineries and fun things to do on the central coast!
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Internet
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
Outside
- Kayak / canoe
Entertainment
- Satellite / cable
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Hiking
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Air conditioning
Languages spoken
- English
Internet
- Available in the house: Internet access
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Hob
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Bathtub or shower
- Shower
Entertainment
- Cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Things to do
- Kayak
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
General
- Unit size: 1,800 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: Pets allowed
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Santa Margarita
Santa Margarita is home to this holiday home. Performing Arts Center and San Luis Obispo Little Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Dallidet Adobe and Gardens and Fremont Theater. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alex G. Spanos Stadium or Robert A. Mott Athletics Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
Nearby locations
- Fremont Theater 11 min drive
- Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa 11 min drive
- Bubblegum Alley 12 min drive
- Cuesta College 16 min drive
- California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo 18 min drive
Getting around
- San Luis Obispo Station 16 min drive
- San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) 23 min drive
Restaurants
- VG Cafe 10 min drive
- PokiRito 11 min drive
- SLO Donut Co 11 min drive
- Metro Station 19 12 min drive
- At Bites 11 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 8 Mile House-Experience California Tranquility at this Historical Ranch Home! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 8 Mile House-Experience California Tranquility at this Historical Ranch Home!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 8 Mile House-Experience California Tranquility at this Historical Ranch Home!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 8 Mile House-Experience California Tranquility at this Historical Ranch Home! located?
Situated in Santa Margarita, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Ancient Peaks Winery, Pozo Valley Winery and Reservoir Canyon Trail. Atascadero State Hospital and Chalk Mountain Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).