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'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay!

Vacation home near Moonstone Beach Park in Cambria

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms9 bathrooms7000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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Cambria, CA
  • Place, Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cambria’s Historical Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cambria Center for the Arts
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cambria

In Cambria .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Cambria vacation home, you'll find Fiscalini Ranch Preserve and Cambria’s Historical Museum. Cambria Center for the Arts and Cambria Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cambria’s Historical Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cambria Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mojo’s Village Bean - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Big Sur Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay!

2 Mi to Beaches | Outdoor Entertainment Area | 7,000 Sq Ft

Step back in time at this iconic Cambria vacation rental! Named for Mary Pickford, this 9-bed, 9-bath mansion offers a unique personality in each room. You'll be located within 3 miles of the coast and The Village — giving you plenty of ways to spend your time on this stunning slice of coastline. Explore Hearst Castle by day, then retreat to your hilltop sanctuary for refined relaxation. Grab your spot before it’s gone!

-- THE PROPERTY --

ZON2020-00612 | 6008892

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 California king bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 California king bed
- Bedroom 5: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 6: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 7: 1 California king bed
- Bedroom 8: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 9: 2 full beds
- Additional Sleeping: 3 full rollaway beds, 1 full air mattress

INDOOR LIVING
- Victorian-style home built in 1983
- Rooms themed after famous silent film stars
- 9 individual suites w/ TVs & authentic antiques
- Parlor w/ bar seating
- Formal dining area w/ large table
- Multiple lounge areas

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private patio, gas grills
- Outdoor dining area
- Lounge seating

SEMI-COMMERCIAL KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, gas range stove/oven, dishwasher
- Drip coffee maker (starter coffee & tea provided)
- Crockpot, microwave
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central heating, ceiling fans
- Washer, dryer
- Linens & towels
- Complimentary toiletries

FAQ
- 1 exterior security camera (facing out)
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- No A/C

ACCESSIBILITY
- Exterior steps required for entry
- 2-story home
- Bedroom/bathroom on 1st floor

PARKING
- Private parking lot (14 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Quiet hilltop location w/ easy access to town & local beaches
- 1 mile to Downtown Cambria Village
- 2 miles to Nitt Witt Ridge
- 3 miles to Moonstone Beach & Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
- 10 miles to Hearst Castle
- 21 miles to Morro Bay State Park
- 36 miles to SLO County Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking inside. Smoking is allowed in the designated area outside
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home requires exterior steps to enter. One bedroom and a full bathroom are available on the 1st floor
- This property is heated but does not offer air conditioning
- This property sleeps 20 guests in 10 beds, with room for 28 total by using the air mattress and rollaway beds
- Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 7,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does 'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay! to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi (7-min drive) from Moonstone Beach and 9.5 mi (13-min drive) from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay! to downtown Cambria?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Lodge Hill.

'The Pickford House' - Luxury Central Coast Stay! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location for a group event

The Pickford House was perfect for our mini-college reunion.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great! Well stocked. Close to activities. HDMI cables were missing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

Perfect for a large group. Convenient location. Fully stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We had an amazing time. We were there to celebrate my wife's 50th birthday. Our stay was so much fun, and we loved the whole weekend. The rooms are charming and unique. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway!

This house is fully stocked with everything you would want. It is located so close to so many places to explore. We had a terrific time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Group stay

our group of nine couples just loved our stay. Room for everyone, sitting by the fireplace, cooking gourmet meals in the large kitchen and Happy hour at the bar. Prefect place for a friends getaway weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time with large group.

We loved the “extras” and the hot water was plentiful with all those bathrooms and 20 women!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

House was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pickford House

Great place to stay for families or a group of friends. Comfortable, clean and well stocked and in a good location with lots of things to do. Could use some updating, but a fun place to hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Very nice!

Good overall location. House very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The home was everything that we wanted and more. Loved everything about the it.

From the meeting with Marci to the end of our trip, the time at the Pickford House was wonderful. Would definitely recommend it to anyone.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good time had by all

We were really pleased by our stay The rooms were great and there was lots of space for everyone The smoke and the virus did keep us a little more inside but it gave us family together time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Reunion in Cambria

The Pickford house was marvelous for our annual cousin reunion. In fitting with the theme of the home we had a 1920's dress up night complete with an awards ceremony. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

excellent stay

amazing stay for our annual college reunion-- adults and many little ones! clean, comfortable, spacious, and fun! Marci is easy to reach and has everything ready, all you need to do is bring your friends and family to enjoy. Highly recommend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional Experience

I rented this property for a women's retreat - couldn't have asked for a more perfect venue.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

Such a great weekend! Marci was super communicative and great to work with. Lovely place - big enough for the 17 of us. Super close to town and easy walk to the natural preserve where you can go for a nice shaded walk. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

An Amazing and Charming p...

An Amazing and Charming property! Our stay was greeted with a friendly welcome team. Our family '40th Birthady Bash' will be forever remembered in this most quaint converted B&B. Thank You Pickford House!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sparling/Johnson Wedding

Our stay fully met our needs & expectations. Our children & grandchildren were beyond thrilled with your lovely accomodations. Everyone left with wonderful memories for a lifetime.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Our famiy reunion was per...

Our famiy reunion was perfect - in large measure due to the house and its facilities and its location - betweeen LA and SF. And no problem being close to Hwy 1.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place for team building

The house provided a great place for a team building retreat and meeting. The main room downstairs comfortable seats 10 or more for a meeting or a meal. The housekeeper met us there and did a great job of showing us where everything was. Everything is there to make gourmet meals a part of your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Science Gathering

Great property for our scientific gathering. Kitchen was very well appointed for our together cooking, and dining room with piano was great for eating and musical performances late into the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place for a family reunion

The house was big enough for our family reunion. Every bedroom had its own bathroom, which was great! Everyone enjoyed the bar. A beautiful house in a great location. Marci was great and responded quickly when needed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this house

This is the second time we have stayed here at the house. Love the location, the rooms are great and the large meeting areas are very useful. The owner and ground keeper are very attentive and thorough. Love the themed bedrooms and attention to detail.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greatest Place for a Reunion

We had our 28th Annual Boys Reunion here. Everyone had a wonderful time. The kitchen has extremely very stocked. The bar was a fabulous central spot to gather everyone. All the rooms were very comfortable.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful House

We were there for a work planning retreat and this house was the perfect fit for us to be able to work together or alone. The house is well taken care of and the karaoke set up was so much fun. The house is well equipped with plenty of cooking/ utensils andif you need to dine out, the food in Cambria is wonderful. Would like to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

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