This property is a model of what a VRBO rental should be. It's in a beautiful location. It's meticulously maintained. And the hosts are unbelievably thoughtful. There is great mindfulness and intentionality in how they've set up the cottage -- from the house slippers to the bath robes to the umbrellas and, perhaps best of all, locally made artisan soaps, lotions, and shampoo. My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed our time here, and our only regret was that we didn't book it for longer.

Exactly as advertised. Beautiful.

I absolutely loved my stay in Cambria. The cabin was very well supplied for my needs & I was in heaven reading in the window seats & on the deck.

Charming place

We had a great stay at this property. The unit is not big but it is designed so well, with 2 built-in sitting nooks, that it feels bigger than it is. The star here is the patio with the gorgeous views. We had a breakfast there, and a dinner too (with stunning sunset view). Definitely a gem in Cambria!

This was our second stay in the Garden Cottage. The luxury amenities and available condiments awed us once again. The space and privacy in the beautiful garden surrounding the cottage provided a great place to watch wildlife. One of our favorite things was listening to the turkeys gobble as they wandered around the fringes of the property.

We stopped here for a little R&R before heading home and it was perfect! The cottage is small, but has all the amenities except for TV. The perks are the lovely garden that John and Liisa have cultivated and the private deck where you can sit and enjoy it all. It was also walking distance to the town and a short drive to walks along the coast. We would definitely do this again! :-)

This is hands down the best rental we’ve ever stayed in. The care and attention to detail that John and Lissa put into your experience is incredible - we were greeted with a bottle of wine and cookies, fruit, a fridge with butter and half and half. These are touches you don’t experience anymore! The cottage itself has everything you need - all kitchen essentials, a beautiful fireplace, a reading nook. The garden was wonderful for breakfast and relaxing. Couldn’t have better things to say and we will definitely be back!

Very well kept property with all the essentials for a quite and relaxing break.

What a peaceful stay for our 9th anniversary weekend! We loved everything about this little rental, from the thoughtful personalized touches to the amazing garden patio, it was just perfection. We love Cambria, so nice to go to our favorite beaches and restaurants. We are within driving distance so we will definitely be back! The only disappointment was we didn’t get to pet the dog PeeWee, next time!

This is the most beautiful and peaceful setting.

An amazing little slice of heaven. The gardens are wonderful to walk through and watch the bees pollinate and the rabbits run between. Waking to the sound of turkeys and watching the deer frolic is the perfect way to enjoy a fresh cup of coffee. The window seat knooks are perfect to watch all of the life this property supports while diving into the wonderful library of books that are supplied. We can not wait to return!!

We had an amazing stay on the cottage! We so appreciate the hospitality of our hosts and their attention to detail. The birds and wildlife provided constant entertainment. We left feeling refreshed and renewed!

The garden cottage was just perfect… darling exterior and everything you could possibly need on the inside. The walk down to the deck with a beautiful umbrella was a perfect place to sit and read… or watch the abundant wild life… bunnies, deer, birds and soaring hawks. The owners home is right there but we never saw or heard them.. I am sure they want you to enjoy the privacy & quiet of this lovely cottage. There is a peek of the ocean too. So very quiet.. a perfect place yo rejuvenate !

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It is a very peaceful and secluded spot

Absolutely gorgeous property with everything you’d want for a peaceful getaway. The hosts thought of everything you could possibly need. Immaculately clean and cozy.

Loved the 2 window seats that look out to the garden & canyon to sit in the sun & read a book in the afternoon. Garden seating was lovely. Gas stove was cozy in the morning. Nice touches of customized shampoo, Cond, soap & lotion. Good Homemade cookies, bottle of wine, butter & apples & bottled water to supplement the stay. Somewhat low light at night at the table with 2 chairs for working or reading, and 1 comfy chair by the fire. They filled the room nicely with various options. It clearly states double bed, but I forgot how small it is for 2 people turning & getting up & down at night, etc. Aside from that, it was a most peaceful, lovely & cozy stay, fairly convenient. It is a very distant ocean view, mostly not seen since far away, but nice west skyline. Overall very lovely, serene canyon & garden stay. PeeWee was a very cute little dog!

This cottage makes for a beautiful & peaceful retreat

Beautiful; the pictures don't do it justice & wonderful hosts

WOW just beautiful, a small cottage but it has everything but a tv and that was a nice change, flowers, birds, deer, and even the milky way. Guys if you're in the dog house this is a great quiet place to go the wife loved it

Unique. Well appointed.

This private setting with lush plantings offered comfy outdoor seating to enjoy the neighborhood wildlife. The hosts provided many unexpected special treats and amenities. We enjoyed a very relaxing stay.

Such a quaint and cool little house with a marvelous garden. The sunsets from the garden and the window sills are unforgettable.

So enjoyed our second visit to this perfect cottage-we’ll definitely be back!

Great getaway..Peaceful and quiet..clean with plenty of custom touches to make your stay enjoyable..

My wife and I stayed for three nights at John and Lissa's Garden Cottage Retreat and had such a wonderful time. If you appreciate peace and quiet and being surrounded by nature, then you will love this property. The cottage is impeccably clean and is located in one of the most beautiful, quiet neighborhoods in Cambria, perched on the side of a canyon, with open views towards the distant sea. You'll see some amazing sunsets from the deck as well as a sky full of stars since there is hardly any light pollution. The landscaping on the property is incredible! The cottage itself has lots of windows to let in light and every amenity you could think of provided for. The window reading nooks were amazing and great for bird watching, since the resident bluebirds and jays make frequent stops to the feeders nearby. When we arrived, there was a bottle of wine and personalized greeting waiting for us on the table inside, which was so thoughtful. The gas fireplace was perfect for those late evenings and early mornings in May when the temperatures cooled off. Nothing like coming in from an early morning hike by the beach to sit by the fireplace with a cup of tea. I enjoyed the nature-themed poetry books on the shelf as well. This cottage is the perfect location to just relax and unwind. We both loved our stay and hope it's available next time we visit Cambria. John and Lissa were wonderful hosts and we enjoyed meeting and talking with them.

Very comfortable cottage, lovely and quiet setting.

"The Garden Cottage "is a very soothing, relaxed getaway that we enjoyed. !Many wonderful choices to dine are within a 1-2 miles or less, with great local shops. Idle time, great welcoming hosts, with everything you could want or need for a visit " a home away from home". Beautiful garden, with a stunning views and gentle sounds of the ocean breaking in the distance. I love the atmosphere created here. Great place to treat yourself. Best suited for two people. (Double size bed) cozy. Excellent Host! A place you'll remember and return.

Every detail was thought through and beautifully provided for our stay of three nights. The spring scents of lavender, roses, heather and other blooming plants and bushes linked with the sound of pounding waves at a distance created a peaceful oasis for us. We ate our breakfasts we prepared on the deck away from the cottage in the middle of the garden as well a several take out dinners. We loved every minute.

We absolutely loved everything about this garden cottage. The grounds were breathtaking and the accommodations made us feel like home. Absolute gem in Cambria. We will definitely come back 😊

If you are looking for a place to feel like you are away from it all but only are a few minutes from restaurants, shops, and outdoor recreation- this is it! It’s a beautiful little cottage that is small, but every inch has been planned for a purpose. Thoughtful and charming amenities and a gorgeous garden view add to the experience. Truly lovely.