55 San Miguel

"We had another wonderful weekend at our favorite Avila Beach condo. Having the beach, Kraken coffee and the restaurants and new tap room nearby is fantastic. The property is spacious, clean, well-equipped and comfortable. The only downside is the expense, which is considerable but we splurge when we can."

"We arrived without instructions on where to park and how to get into the parking lot. Once we got in, we were faced with a unit that was under construction for the first 2 days. Painting -drop cloths and fumes. The unit smelled like smoke from the restaurant's BBQ below the two windows that face the Pizza place. The first night we discovered that the ice maker did not work, the wife was out, no TV or instructions on how to utilize TV. When I called the management company, they said "go by a bag of ice and we will reimburse you." Really? That night we discovered that the fireplace did not work, and the toilet near the kitchen did not flush. No assistance from Coast Management, and they had no one available to assist. Also, carpet on stairs is dirty and needs to be replaced or deep cleaned. Very disappointing. Looking for some kind of compensation for this inconvenience. No return phone call. "

"We loved our rental we had children of all ages. The location and layout of home were amazing local restaurants and businesses were close and fun. I would highly recommend this property. We also went Fishing such a great experience.."

"This was a great location. A half a block from the beach. It did not have air conditioning and the windows are broken to open and let cold night air in for the master bedroom. Downstairs bedrooms are a bit cooler. Most places I have stayed have simple things in the kitchen like an extra roll of paper towels or Saran Wrap or foil. This had none and the kitchen cupboards could use to be cleaned. Overall I recommend this place. Book directly through costal vacations for the best price. "

"This rental was excellent! Amazing location—walkable and super convenient, very clean, parking was easy, communication with rental folks was awesome.
My family and I will be back! "

"Great spot, all the amenities we needed and perfect for our family and parents to stay! "

"Excellent property at a great location to the beach and activities. All the amenities were provided and the very spacious for our family. Highly recommend if you need a place in Avila Beach"

"Amazing location! Beautiful unit. I love to be able to park the car and then just walk to everything. Plenty of room for our group of 8. The large upstairs living area...with a view of the ocean...worked perfectly for spending time together. Really appreciated having two designated parking spots.

Just a couple of small suggestions. Loose the floor rugs in entry, kitchen and bath rooms or keep them clean. Provide a cordless vacuum for quick clean ups. "

"We loved our stay in Avila Beach. The condo was wonderful - close to the ocean and the grandchildren loved playing at the beach and playgrounds. We will definitely be back."

"This condo was the perfect place to celebrate my daughter's graduation. We really enjoyed the way that the condo was laid out and all of the amenities. It was great to be able to sit on the little balcony and enjoy a drink while watching the waves, dolphins and birds. I would definitely return. Slight downside was the am noise due to the location right near the alley by the restaurant, but no place is perfect!!"

"The condo was perfect for our family which included an eleven month old. Lovely space, great kitchen, fantastic location. Appreciated the pack and play for our granddaughter. Designated parking was helpful. "

"Lovely place--but like most, we found that the proximity to the service alley and restaurant meant noise,odors,etc."

"Coastal Vacation Rentals are always clean and comfortable. We like to have a full kitchen to fix healthy meals for my grandchildren. The condos we choose are set up for family stays. They feel safe and are half a block from the beach. Restaurants are walking distance. Avila Valley Barn is a 10 minute drive with lots for kids to see. What more could you want?"

"Love being so close to a great beach and shopping and food. This place was super clean. Very beautiful place. "

"Great"

"The house was located just steps from the beach and it was just absolutely darling inside."

"We had an amazing time at this unit. We've staying in another unit in the same complex, and this one hands down was way better. The fact that you can sit on the couch and see the ocean is amazing. My son loved sitting on the little balcony and saying "Hi" to all passers by. Its super close to the water, so we were able to post up on the beach each day, and walk to our own safe haven to potty. I almost did not want to leave a great review as it's already difficult to find days that this unit is available. We will definitely be back. "

"We loved how close this was to the beach. Relatively quiet neighborhood and loved how we could open the windows to get cool breeze and hear the ocean waves crashing. Definitely would go back again!"

"We loved this property. So convenient to beach, shops walking distance to everything. Fair warning delivery trucks and trash pick up is early everyday So can be a bit noisy. This place was immaculate and had all we needed. Very pleased with our stay. We were here mid week so not a lot of people traffic. "

"A wonderful stay at a lovely condo. We love this condo complex. The parking spaces make it very convenient. The location is ideal. Very clean. Wonderfully equipped."

"The location was excellent. The home was very well appointed with necessities. "

"I've stayed in the place before but it's getting run down and needs some work.
Here are my issues:House dirty - not cleaned well.
Floor cushions in living room- ripped leaking balls all over the house.
No dust pan
Dishwasher doesn’t work. Dishes in cupboards dirty. Needs to be replaced. We hand washed everything.
Master bathroom - WC light doesn’t always work
No trash in the master bath

Guest double bed - extremely uncomfortable
Fridge - freezes food
Light in the fridge doesn't work.
Door is broken doesn’t always close correctly.
Doesn’t have cover on bottom shelf of fridge.
No dust pan in the house.
No soap in kitchen for hands. Only small bar soaps in bathrooms. It’s COVID!
Throw pillows in upstairs bedroom have holes in side.

Screen Doors to outside. Completely broken.
No fly swatter but lots of flies.
BBQ was filthy. Hasn't been washed.
All the dishes in the cupboards and most pots and pans were dirty and needed to be washed right from the cupboard.
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"The rental was clean, spacious and only feet from the main street and all shops and restaurants. You can see the ocean from the upper balcony and our cars never left their covered, gates spots. Our entire extended family made it home base and we loved it (from 6 months to 78yrs old)."

"Overall great experience! Accommodated two families of four with space to spare. A one minute walk to the beach. Definitely look into returning next summer."

"What a wonderful place to stay! Beautiful property, steps from the beach and shops and the rental company made everything so easy! My family of four was there with another family of four for Thanksgiving and we all had a blast. The kids loved the giant tub and access to the beach. We were especially pleased that the kitchen was so well stocked and organized. It made cooking thanksgiving dinner a breeze. We would love to come back again soon! "

"The condo was absolutely perfect for our needs since we are now traveling with two teenagers. The dual living areas gave everyone room to move around. The condo is beautiful and had everything we needed. Plan on making this one our permanent vacation spot! If you are there on Monday mornings though, just brace yourself for the LOUD garbage trucks :))"

"This is our fifth year returning to Avila and staying in this perfectly located complex. We vacation with another family also with two kids. We really enjoy the short walk to the beach where we can reserve our spot early on and then walk to the restaurants. The only part that we don’t enjoy about this location is the loud noise of the garbage driveway that Custom House restaurant uses. It also smells like gas when the sliding door is open at night. The units do not have AC, so it gets stuffy until you open windows."

"This was a lovely home and great location! Great walking paths and restaurants just outside your door! 6 adults shared this home and not one of us were disappointed. What a fantastic home. We all will be definitely be back. "

"Great property. The location is a blessing and a curse. Loved being so close to everything but the noise from the restaurant next door is something to consider. Overall, we highly recommend!"

"We've stayed here a few times now, and each time it's clean, well-appointed, and very well located. The only problem is that it's a bit noisy because of the people drinking at the wine bar at all hours and then the trucks pulling into the restaurant driveway early in the morning, so bring earplugs. "

"We had two families stay in this house and it was perfect! The space was big enough for us to not feel too cramped and we loved how close everything was to our rental! Avila is the cutest little town and, when we come back for another trip, we will for sure stay here!"

"All of the beds and spaces worked very well for our family. We loved the location and there were plenty of kids for our grandchildren to play with. "

"LOVED the location! This condo was clean, spacious, great view of the ocean from the living room balcony. What makes or breaks my lodging experience is often the bedding, the bathroom and cleanliness. This condo hit the target on all accounts. Only caution is, when renting in this location, expect to have outdoor noise late into the night due to being located right behind a popular restaurant as well as early morning delivery truck noise. But hey, you're staying at the beach that's only a 1 minute and 36 second walk from the sand. I would definitely rent this unit again."

"Great refresh on the place. "

"We had a great time. The proximity to the beach and the shops made it so easy and convenient. My 11-year-old son would run to the store, the ice cream shop, the pizza place.

The house is in excellent condition and made our stay very enjoyable.

The Master suite was amazing and the beds and linens were very comfortable. The downstairs mattresses were not as nice and weren't a very comfortable sleep for the family members that stayed downstairs. "

"Very Clean
Close to Everything
Very Polite and easy to work with rental office
Only downfall was getting keys from office 10 miles away"

"Overall a nice property just steps from the beach. Very large rooms and comfortable beds/couches. Arrive before dinner on a Friday night and enjoy the farmers market. Having the two parking spaces was key as there is little street parking. "

"Great spot 1/2 block from the beach! The condo is spacious, beautifully furnished, and close to everything. Would definitely recommend!"

"We rented this and another condo in the complex with a group of friends. This is our second time in this complex. The location was great and the deck has a view of the ocean. Kitchen was well equipped and the master suite is beautiful. Great dining and fresh seafood from the pier within walking distance. Had a great time!! Would like to have a little bigger dining table to accommodate the number of people that the unit sleeps, but other than that a perfect get away."

"The rental was a perfect escape for our family! Large enough to fit all of us and our stuff! Spacious enough to have friends and family join us for visits. Safe for younger kids to run around and up and down stairs. Loved having the laundry option to wash away dirty kids clothes and towels. The location was perfect for beach trip days and we could use the bathroom when needed while relaxing across the street. Wish the deck was larger to accommodate more people. Also love the parking garage and quietness of the condo compound!"

"We stay in Avila a lot. This is our first time at this location and we loved it����
We give it a five on all questions."

"Wow, what a great place! We ended up renting four condos for a company event in this same complex. There was plenty of room in 55 San Miguel for a welcome reception for 25 people. The unit is very nicely appointed and the location is perfect. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants, shopping and wine tasting. The golf course and the hot springs are very close too. This is the 3rd time I've rented this unit and will more than likely do it again."

"What a great weekend! This beautifully decorated and well appointed rental exceeded our expectations. Perfect location - steps from shops, restaurants, the pier, and the beach. Comfortable beds & furniture, for relaxing down time. Spacious kitchen, for preparing meals together. French doors in the living room open up to a beautiful beach & ocean view. Great morning spot to enjoy your coffee. We were lucky enough to spot whales from the balcony...can't beat that! We'll definitely be back!"

"We loved our stay at 55 San Miguel. The property was very clean and had all the amenities needed for our stay in Avila Beach. We had friends staying in other units within the courtyard and after touring our rental, they all agreed that ours was the nicest unit! Perfect location for enjoying the beach and main street. Loved having the little balcony so that we were able to see the ocean. Only inconvenience was having to drive to Pismo to pick up and return the keys and parking garage openers, but that was minor and perhaps only an inconvenience because it was a long day of traveling and we just wanted to begin our vacation. We would definitely stay again and hopefully the unit will be available for our family of 6 to rent again next summer!"

"We enjoyed the rental for new years. It has good amenities and good kitchen supplies. Very convenient and easy to enjoy all that Avila Beach has to offer. "

"Overall it was very good. The pickup of the key 5 miles away seemed like an unnecessary inconvenience, though. "

"This is the second time we've rented the unit at 55 San Miguel to have a family gathering. The condo is awesome with a huge living / dining / kitchen space, well appointed and a view of the beach. Since it's steps to the beach and the restaurants on front street, we barely needed to move our car. Avila Beach is such a fun little town, there always seems to be something going on. There was a concert at the golf course and an apple festival on front street with food booths and music. Wine tasting is not hard to find either and with the Custom House Restaurant in front of the unit you can have dinner at the best spot in town and be steps away from your door."

"We attended my sons wedding in SLO and spent the week exploring the area. Loved the proximity to the ocean and hiking trail. Might be somewhat busy in peek season but nice to be able to walk to local spots, water, playground etc. the home was spacious and accommodated the 7 of us well. (Kids had lower level)"

"We had a wonderful weekend at the beach. The condo was beautiful and well furnished. Steps from the beach."

"Amazing Place, Wonderful Location"

"Great house, great location, great experience. And the most comfy beds!"

"The overall experience was great. The property was beautiful and had a great layout, there was a lot of space both inside and out. The office was a little far from the property, but overall convenient for pickup and drop off. The only thing that I wish that they had detailed was the parking for the property. We arrived Friday evening and it was very busy with the street fair/farmers market, and we couldn't find the parking area, it is underground and you have to drive to the alley on the other side of the building, once we were able to turn around we found it, but the directions to get to the garage would help for future renters. "

Response from Coastal Vacation Rentals: Thank you for the suggestion.Generally we give verbal directions on check in, but agree written is better. Will provide.

"The condo is in a great location. Upstairs offers a view of the ocean and street happenings. Large well equipped. Room for all our family staying and visiting. Clean and comfy. Just needed a better wine opener and can opener. Other than that excellent. Will be coming back!"

"We were surprised how roomy the upstairs was. All enjoyed the view of the ocean and waterfront activity. Very clean and well supplied. The downstairs bedrooms a bit small but no reason to be in them except to sleep. We will definitely book this place again. "

"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The amenities were fantastic for our family of 8. Three bedrooms, three baths (one with Jacuzzi) downstairs living area w/wet bar. Upstairs living area completely open to kitchen and views of the ocean and promenade. The area is secured and gated so the kids could play outside in the courtyard. Underground parking also secured and gated. The apartment is less than 1/2 block off the beach and is the most centrally located residence in Avila. We would highly recommend this location to any larger group looking for all the comforts and amenities of home."

"Good"

"Outstanding property! perfect for the family. Only item you may want to "fix": the kitchen faucet seems very loose. Wasn't an issue for us; just wanted to mention. Thanks!"

Response from Coastal Vacation Rentals: Thank you Dave, the faucet has been replaced. So glad you enjoyed your stay.

"The group that we went with walked into the rental and thought it was kind of small, then we went upstairs and was amazed of the floor plan. It was very nice and open, and the view from the balcony was also very nice and refreshing. Thank you for the use of this rental, we were all pleased."

"Beautiful condo right by the beach and restaurants. The condo was very well equipped and perfect for a family gathering. The living area looked out to the beach and the fall sunsets."

"This place was so pretty! felt like home! cant wait to go again"

"We all had a great time!"

"Fantastic property, perfect for large family that wants to be close to the beach and restaurants. Exceeded our expectations - we will be back !!!"

"Very Good"

"We had a great stay. The condo was roomy and comfortable. I was a little disappointed as I thought the condo was beachfront. My misunderstanding I guess. However, there was a view of the beach from the living room window. I think this is the only condo in the complex that has a view. You will enjoy your stay."

"Great place for a family to stay - 1/2 block from the beach!"

"We are going to stay at this condo again! The location was amazing just a 1/2 block away from the boardwalk and the beach. Prefect place for two family with kids. :)"

"Wonderful location. The unit was very accommodating and had a large kitchen. A larger balcony would have been nice."

"We stayed here with another family and had a great time! It's a very comfortable and welcoming place to stay, and it was the kids had a great time too. The accomodations are clean and well kept, and you can't beat the location! We will definitely be staying here again."

"Easy to book, nice location"

"Perfect location for a wedding weekend in SLO."

"Perfect for our purposes - a family reunion weekend with 7 adults and an infant. The great room on the 2nd floor is spacious. Kitchen was clean and well appointed. Access to the promenade is a few steps away. Parking and access are secure. The only issue during our stay was that the gas barbecue did not appear to have fuel available. The master suite is spacious but has a double bed. We had a great time, and we would return to this property! "

Response from Coastal Vacation Rentals: Thank you for your comments, please know to call the office if you encounter a problem, we will tend to it promptly.

"This is a beautiful and very roomy home. It is just 1/2 block from the beach and has a lovely balcony with a view of the ocean. Our only complaint is the noise. The house it directly behind the Custom House restaurant. Each morning we were woken up by the trash truck and various deliveries to the restaurant. "

"We came to Avilia for a family reunion. Great decision as family had a place by another rental CO right up from our place. I liked our spot very much because you are right where the action is. With that being said, you are also in a busy area that can be loud--keep in mind that you will have the windows open weather permitting. The master bdroom and bath are spacious and pretty--the bed is firm, but not plush, so I felt like I was sleeping on a futon. The view from the lower level bedrooms is not ideal--shipping dock, so don't open the curtains. Should not be a big deal, as you will be spending time upstairs or better yet on the beach. Bonus--wine bar right around the corner and the owner, Manny, is very nice and knowledgeable about wine. We had a blast and would stay there again. "

"Wonderful condo! Rented to stay with extended family for a wedding. Very spacious, clean, and well appointed. We were able to sleep everyone comfortably and gather with everyone during the days. Walk half a block and you're at the beach. The only negative is that it is right across from a restaurant and the morning deliveries on weekdays can be a bit noisy."

"My friend and I had a fabulous time in Avila Beach. The condo was comfortable, close to everything and so spacious. We only wished we had more people with us to enjoy it all. We are already looking forward to planning a trip with either friends and family to show them all the wonderful things we enjoyed during our weekend here. "

"We couldn't figure out WIFI. If there is no wifi it is enough to make us possibly not rent here again. Our twenty one year old son slept in the day bed and it was a little small for anyone over 5'6". Otherwise, it was perfect. Lovely, beautifully furnished . "

"Place was great! We had a toddler, so being as close to the street and by the loading dock was a little loud for nap time, but really, it was awesome! A walk from anything you would ever want. We will be back"

"We have been vacationing in Avila for the last 30 years, with friends while in college and with our girls since they were born. Most trips were at the Surfside (now Inn at Avila Beach). When our oldest got her masters in December, her graduation trip request was to spend some relaxing time in Avila. Since we intended to stay for a week, a full kitchen was a must. This property is gorgeous and accomodating for all our needs. We cooked most meals in the gormet kitchen nad relaxed either at the beach, just steps away, or in the comfortable family room upstairs. We read, played, did numberous puzzles, and just relaxed. This was our 2nd New Year's in Avila and Mr. Rick's did not disappoint, again. I know we will stay at this property again, it met all our needs and more. "

"The condo was clean, well equipped and beautifully decorated. The only problem was the noise at night after we went to bed. We could hear people leaving neighboring restaurants, laughing, talking, getting into cars."

"Great overall experience. Unit was very spacious and location wonderful. Only negative was the beds, very uncomfortable."

"We loved this property and will definitely be back. The location in Avila is awesome. You can see the ocean from the main living area and kitchen. The only downside of the location is it is on a busy street and right behind the main ocean front, so with the windows open the traffic and folks passing by can be pretty loud at all hours of the day/night. This is something I'm definitely willing to live with in order to have the location and the view! I wish the deck/terrace was just a little bigger - you can only fit 2 folks on a small bistro set, but overall, a great place to stay. Very well maintained and decorated."

"Renters should know there is significant early morning noise on weekdays from deliveries to the Custom House restaurant."