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Beachfront Resort Restaurant & Tappas Bar

In-room Breakfast & Spa TubsSpa Services Gift Shop

Meetings | Events | Weddings

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Wine Country Inn Homestyle Restaurant

Award-winning Bakery & Gift ShopMillhouse | Spa Services


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Oceanfront ResortMarisol Restaurant & Lounge

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Integrative Resort & SpaGardens of Avila RestaurantDay Spa | Yoga | Gift Shop

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6 V I S I T S A N L U I S O B I S P O C O U N T Y . C O M

9 WelcomeAn introduction to the region with message from Visit San Luis Obispo County.

12 Places to PlayJust visiting for a few days? We’ll help you make the most of it while you are here.

22 Cultural EventsSo many things to do all year long in San Luis Obispo County.

25 Faces of SLO CountyProfiles of five interesting people in San Luis Obispo County.

Guides37 Wine Country | A comprehensive

list of North and South County

tasting rooms.

44 Dining | Palette pleasing options

for every budget.

48 Golf Country | Everything you

need to plan your tee time.

50 Weddings | Plan your special day

with help from Visit San Luis Obispo

County.

52 Connections | Local businesses

to enhance your visit.

54 Be Our Guest | A detailed lodging

guide provides location, price points and

amenities.

E X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O R

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Contents

An overview of the county with

cities, beaches, parks and places

of interest

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place to play that transforms you back to

the times of William Randolph Hearst.

You will find a variety of tour options

available.

As you explore our guide to Pure Play

in California you’ll meet the many faces

of our community. From winemaking to

artists to commercial fishing to perform-

ing arts and chefs the people of San Luis

Obispo County will ensure your experi-

ence in the region is genuine. Read more

about how these professionals have made

San Luis Obispo County their home and

place for their career.

Once you are done playing, be sure

to take home one of the county’s

uniquely San Luis Obispo products.

From wine to olive oil to lavender to al-

monds and specialty cookies you can

take a taste of the region home with you.

Thank you for choosing San Luis

Obispo County. We invite you to enjoy

the essence of Pure Play in the region

anytime. Be sure to check out our web-

site at visitsanluisobispocounty.com for

upcoming events, special offers and news

about the region.

See you soon!

Stacie Jacob,

Executive Director

Welcome

style, you’ll find 80 miles of Pacific Ocean

coastline and 4,000 acres of sandy dunes.

Marine culture includes whale watching,

observing elephant seals in their natural

habitat and exploring the tide pools to

see starfish, crabs and other marine life.

Experience the commercial fishing in-

dustry where you will see generations of

fisherman working along the dockside

with fresh seafood lining the dockside

restaurants. The coastline is also filled

with activities. Play on the ocean with

your surfboard, kayak, paddleboard or

sailboat.

The sense of adventure continues on

as thrill seekers zipline across the majes-

tic views of the Santa Margarita Ranch.

The historic ranch is home to the

county’s most coveted event, Sunset

SAVOR the Central Coast, this four-day

lifestyle event features wine, food, adven-

ture and brings the western lifestyle to

life this fall, September 26-29, 2013.

The community pride you will find

throughout the county matches small

town charm with the western heritage

and sweeping landscapes. Unique bou-

tique shopping and first class customer

service will greet you as you explore the

quaint downtowns.

Upon your visit also check out one

of California’s most treasured landmarks,

Hearst Castle. Hearst Castle is a special

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place for Pure

Play in Califor-

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choose our re-

gion to play on the beach, play in the

vineyards, play culturally or play in our

communities we invite you to channel

your inner sense of adventure in San

Luis Obispo County. There are hundreds

of activities and things to do to lure you

off Highway 101 through our discovery

routes and onto Highway 1 for breath

taking views and adventure.

Located halfway between San Fran-

cisco and Los Angeles along California’s

Central Coast our region captures 315

days of sunshine a year. Our inland com-

munities experience the greatest temper-

ature swings between daytime highs and

nighttime lows providing sunny, warm

days year around. The unique microcli-

mates make the area diverse, yet the per-

fect growing conditions for world-class

wines grapes, olives, strawberries and a

variety of produce growing throughout

the region. A wide array of farm stands,

farmer’s markets and you pick farms are

another opportunity to play connecting

you to the region’s agriculture roots.

If playing on the beach is more your

Midway between San Francisco and LA...it’s an invitation to pure play.


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County is the perfect place to relax,

recharge or simply let loose and play.

North CountyNear the county’s northern bound-

ary, sleepy San Miguel offers quiet roads

for bicycling among some of the scenic

vineyards and cattle ranches that flourish

inland. Mission San Miguel, built in 1797,

stands beside a century-old stagecoach

stop, where landscaped grounds and a

museum shop invite visitors to linger.

Heading south on U.S. Highway 101,

Paso Robles features boutiques, restau-

rants, art galleries and landmark build-

ings, all within walking distance of the

lush, five-acre City Park. A repeat winner

of the National Great American Main-

street Award, Paso Robles hosts outdoor

The crown jewel of California’s Central

Coast, San Luis Obispo County abounds

in rural spaces and urban diversions. The

larger cities boast cultural attractions and

walkable downtowns, while smaller com-

munities offer a rich variety of amuse-

ments and recreational opportunities.

Basking in the region’s mild, Mediter-

ranean-type climate, visitors discover

everything from fine art to sumptuous

dining, beachcombing to bicycling,

whether they’re exploring the cities near

U.S. Highway 101 or surfside hamlets

along the Pacific Coast. Remarkably pet-

friendly, the county is dotted with parks,

beaches and outdoor cafes that welcome

well-behaved tail-waggers. Conveniently

located mid-way between San Francisco

and Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo

by K. Reka Badger

Places to PlayPraised as among the happiest places in America, easy-to-reach SanLuis Obispo County abounds with fabulous food, award-winning wines,shopping, outdoor fun and sheer natural beauty.

Best Beach WalksThe beach at Cayucos offers a long

stretch of white sand for scuffing in

the surf, while just north, paths at

Harmony Headlands wind among

pristine coastal hills and marine ter-

race grasslands. Hikers are welcome

on Avila Beach’s Bob Jones Bike

Trail, which winds from the sand to

the bluffs above the beach. For

shorter hops, Montaña de Oro State

Park boasts a shoreline rife with

captivating tidepools.

Mission San Miguel

Hiking trails above Moonstone Beach

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Historic train on Santa Margarita Ranch

Jack Creek Farms, Templeton

Earthday Food & Wine Festival, Templeton

Nine Free Things to DoStroll around sparkling Atascadero Lake and window shop

at a farmers market, where buskers often play live music.

Traverse Arroyo Grande’s historic swinging bridge or walk

beside downtown SLO’s creek and feed the ducks from a

path lined with public art. On the coast, watch elephant

seals play, explore an enchanted forest of pygmy oak trees

near Los Osos or search for agates on Moonstone Beach.

Elephant seal at Piedras Blancas

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How to Get to San Luis ObispoCounty

San Luis Obispo County is located

mid-way between Los Angeles

and San Francisco. It is accessible via

U.S. Highway 101, which runs north

and south through the heart of the

county. From Interstate Highway 5,

head west to the coast on State

Highways 41, 46 or 166.

Amtrak’s Coast Starlight and

Pacific Surfliner trains make daily

stops at the City of San Luis Obispo

Amtrak station, located near down-

town. From there, board a SLO RTA

bus or arrange for a Ride-On Trans-

portation shuttle (805-541-8747).

Greyhound Bus offers daily

service from Los Angeles, San

Francisco and the San Joaquin Valley

to stops throughout San Luis Obispo

County.

The San Luis Obispo County

Regional Airport hosts two re-

gional carriers, U.S. Airways and United

Express, offering direct service to Los

Angeles, San Francisco and Phoenix,

and hundreds of connecting destina-

tions in the U.S. and abroad. Taxis,

rental cars and Ride-On Transportation

shuttles are available at the airport.

wine lovers, Atascadero boasts a 1913-era

double-domed city hall, a movie theater

with luxurious VIP seating and marked

hiking trails that wind among the oak-

studded foothills of the Santa Lucia

Mountains. Lake Park, featuring picnic

tables and paddleboat rentals, adjoins

Charles Paddock Zoo, which houses

more than 100 animals. A few miles

south, tiny Santa Margarita offers

wine tasting, casual dining and exciting

zipline adventures.

South CountyBelow Cuesta Grade, a steep portion

of U.S. Highway 101 that effectively di-

vides north county from south, gentle

concerts, wine festivals and weekly farm-

ers markets. Visitors can soak up local

history at the Pioneer Museum, dine in

style or picnic in the park. The rolling

hills around Paso Robles bloom with

26,000 acres of prime vineyards supply-

ing some 200 regional wineries, many

open for tours and tastings.

Six miles down U.S. Highway 101,

Templeton’s iconic feed mill towers

beside Main Street, where restaurants,

antique shops, a museum and old-fash-

ioned hardware store line the historic

business district. Templeton was founded

in 1886, 27 years before Atascadero, a

vibrant city lying seven miles south.

A haven for golfers, bicyclists and

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anglers, hikers, campers and picnickers.

At the county’s southern boundary

sits Nipomo, an agricultural town

blessed with three golf courses, lovely

Oso Flaco Lake and a delightfully mild

climate.

Along the CoastHeading west from Nipomo and

then north along coastal California State

Highway 1, travelers reach Oceano,

home of Oceano Dunes State Vehicular

Recreation Area, the only California State

Park where all-terrain vehicles may be

driven on the beach. Catch a show at the

Great American Melodrama & Vaude-

ville, check out the Oceano Depot Rail-

road Museum or visit neighboring

Grover Beach to enjoy a variety of

recreational activities, including golfing

and horseback riding.

Uniquely inSLO CountyBehold 25,000 monarch butterflies

in a seaside grove, sample fine

wines and ride a zipline over oak-

studded canyons, all in one day.

Drive an all-terrain vehicle over

coastal dunes, kayak among hid-

den sea caves or horseback ride

along the shore. An opulent time

capsule, the singular Hearst Castle

features richly decorated rooms

and lush gardens shimmering with

ghostly traces of celebrity intrigue.

hills and ancient volcanoes surround the

city of San Luis Obispo. Famed for its

18th-century Franciscan mission, down-

town creek, fine dining and lively Thurs-

day night farmers’ market, the city is

home to California Polytechnic State

University and the Performing Arts Cen-

ter. A walking tour meanders past Mis-

sion Plaza, the Children’s Museum and

more than a dozen historic homes and

landmark buildings. On the city’s south-

ern border, beautiful Edna Valley supplies

premium grapes to regional wineries,

many with inviting tasting rooms.

Set amid the farms and flower fields

along U.S. Highway 101, Arroyo

Grande evokes a 19th century village,

complete with vintage buildings, parks

and California’s last “swinging bridge”. A

golf course promises world-class play and

nearby Lopez Lake welcomes swimmers,

San Luis Obispo late night farmers’ market

Monarch Butterfly Grove

Zipline with Margarita Adventures

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Family ActivitiesWhether the kids would rather make art,

see a live show or play in the surf, San

Luis Obispo County brims with choices

for families at play. On the coast, you can

rent bikes for a ride along a seaside path

and then search for whales, dozing seals

and mysterious tidepool creatures. Take

a harbor cruise, drop fishing lines from

a pier or gallop a horse on the shore.

Natural wonders range from sandy white

beaches and bird-filled wetlands, to a

forest of miniature trees and a grove

alive with butterflies.

The region boasts a zoo, a city lake

dotted with paddleboats and a dozen

lively farmers’ markets. Throughout the

county, children’s museums and interac-

tive science exhibits captivate kids of all

ages. There are lakes for swimming and

boating, campsites for stargazing and

water parks for gliding down slides, all

part of the friendly playground known

as San Luis Obispo County.

Strawberry Festival, Arroyo Grande

Oceano Dunes

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Continuing north, Pismo Beach is

a classic California beach town famed for

fine surfing, whale watching and miles of

sandy beaches. Amble along the board-

walk, fish from the historic pier, kayak

the waters of Dinosaur Caves Park or ex-

plore Pismo State Beach Monarch But-

terfly Grove, which hosts an average of

25,000 butterflies per season.

The next stop, Shell Beach, sports

sandy beaches, clifftop fishing and glori-

ous sunsets, while neighboring Avila

Beach is the county’s sunniest stretch of

sand coupled with a strollable pier and

tempting shops. Local amenities include

Best ViewsHike Bishop Peak for a

panorama of downtown SLO

and then head to Avila Beach’s

Harford Pier for close-ups of

lounging seals. Check out fish in

Morro Bay through a glass bot-

tom boat or admire the vine-

yards of Paso Robles from a hot

air balloon. At the vista point

turnout on Highway 46 West,

witness coastal hills marching

toward the sea and Morro Rock,

towering in the distance.

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a championship golf course and story-

book-inspired playground. The region’s

soothing mineral hot springs are espe-

cially welcome after hiking, tidepooling,

camping or horseback riding in nearby

Montaña de Oro State Park, an 8,000-

acre wonderland of natural beauty.

Just north, bordering the Morro Bay

Estuary, the villages of Los Osos and

Baywood Park feature golf courses,

nature preserves and wetlands teeming

with birds. Morro Bay’s four-mile-long

beach and fresh air inspire playful activ-

ity, so local shopkeepers provide bikes,

kayaks and kites, as well as fresh seafood

to fuel the fun. Children love Tidelands

Park and pets can romp in the off-leash

dog park. Near the bay’s namesake rock,

Pismo State Beach

View of downtown San Luis Obispo from Bishop Peak

Hot air ballooning

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Children’s playground in Avila Beach

Hearst CastleA San Luis Obispo County showpiece,

the singular Hearst Castle ranks as one

of the most popular tourist destinations

in California. William Randolph Hearst

began designing his magnificent home

in 1919, but didn’t complete construction

until 1947. The 127-acre complex includes

the castle, three guest houses, two swim-

ming pools and a network of terraces,

walkways and gardens. Perched atop

a prominence that Hearst dubbed “la

cuesta encantada” (Spanish for “The En-

chanted Hill” ®), the Mediterranean-style

estate boasts opulent décor, lush land-

scaping and sparkling pools, all guaran-

teed to transport visitors back in time to

a storied moment in California history.

To explore the castle, choose from

several different guided tours, including

the Grand Rooms, Upstairs Suites and

Cottages & Kitchen tours. The Evening

Tour covers both upper and lower floors

and features trained volunteers posing

in striking vignettes. These evocative

scenes depict activities enjoyed by

20th-century guests who stayed and

played at the spectacular castle.

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Great Sunset SpotsTake in spectacular ocean sunsets

from the pier at W.R. Hearst Me-

morial State Beach or cliffside at

Shell Beach’s Margo Dodd Park.

Inland, any westward-facing win-

ery deck or North County hilltop

offers front row seats to the glori-

ous play of flaming colors that

distinguish SLO County’s famous

sunsets.

the Natural History and Maritime muse-

ums offer engaging activities for all ages.

Five minutes north of Morro Bay,

Cayucos sports a wide main street typical

of “old California” beach towns. Quiet

and laid back, Cayucos draws visitors to

its restaurants, taverns and antique shops.

Surfers ride waves breaking beyond the

white sand, pet-friendly beach, while an-

glers fish from the pier, erected in 1875.

Up the coast, Harmony (popula-

tion 18) is home to a working winery, art

glass gallery and the pristine Harmony

Headlands State Park. Next door, artist-

friendly Cambria supports locally-

owned restaurants, art galleries and

boutiques, many housed in charming

historic buildings. The seaside town of-

fers fine dining, live theater, hiking, bik-

Sunset from Hearst Castle

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Moonstone Beach, Cambria

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ing and endless ocean views, while

Moonstone Beach sparkles with bits of

agate and jasper.

The Enchanted HillSan Simeon, the county’s north-

ernmost coastal outpost, is the gateway to

the Coastal Discovery Center and venera-

ble Piedras Blancas Lighthouse. Elephant

seals lounge on the rugged shore, otters

play in the surf, and secluded coves

beckon kayakers, anglers, surfers and

beachcombers. High on a hill stands the

magnificent Hearst Castle, a world-fa-

mous destination that provides an inti-

mate look at an extravagant era, and lends

inimitable sparkle to the playground

known as San Luis Obispo County, the

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January

POLAR BEAR DIPCayucosJanuary 1, 2013(805) 995-1200

RESTAURANT MONTHSan Luis Obispo CountyJanuary 1-31, 2013(805) 541-8000visitsanluisobispocounty.com

WINTER BIRD FESTIVALMorro BayJanuary 18-21, 2013866-454-5105(805) 275-4143morrobaybirdfestival.org

February

TALL SHIPSMorro BayFebruary 13-18, 2013 800-200-5239morrobay.org

SYMPHONY OF THE VINESSan MiguelFebruary 23-24, 2013 (805) 235-0687 Symphonyofthevines.org

March

WORLD OF PINOTPismo BeachMarch 1, 2013(805) 489-1758worldofpinot.com

SAN LUIS OBISPOINTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVALSan Luis ObispoMarch 6-10, 2013(805) 546-3456slofilmfest.org

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ZINFANDEL WINE FESTIVALPaso RoblesMarch 15-17, 2013 (805) 239-8463, pasowine.com

April

SAN LUIS OBISPO MARATHON + HALFSan Luis ObispoApril 5-7, 2013slomarathon.com

FIVE CITIES ORCHID SHOWArroyo GrandeApril 6-7, 2013 (805) 929-5749, fcos.org

CAL POLY OPEN HOUSESan Luis ObispoApril 18-20, 2013

EARTH DAY FOOD & WINE FESTIVALTempletonApril 20, 2013 (805) 466-2288earthdayfoodandwine.com

WILDFLOWER BIKE RIDECrestonApril 27, 2013 (805) 543-5973slobc.org/wildflower

SCULPTURE BY THE SEACambriaApril 27, 2013 (805) 927-0254cambriachamber.org/apr.php

May

DAY IN THE SHADE ART FAIRTempletonMay 11, 2013 (805) 712-0601templetonchamber.com

AMGEN TOURAvila BeachMay 12-19, 2013

PASO ROBLES WINE FESTIVALPaso RoblesMay 17-19, 2013(805) 239-8463, pasowine.com

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTSPaso RoblesMay 25, 2013888-988-7276

I Madonnari Festival

Folklorico Dancers at Mission San Miguel

Festival Mozaic Summer Music Festival

CALIFORNIA FESTIVAL OF BEERSAvila Beach

May 24-25, 2013 (805) 544-2266 hospiceslo.org

ARROYO GRANDE STRAWBERRY FESTIVALMay 30, 2013 (805) 489-1488agchamber.com

WINE, WAVES & BEYONDPismo BeachMay 30- June 2 2013(805) 556-3306

winewavesandbeyond.com

June

CENTRAL COAST OYSTER FESTIVALJune 15, 2013 (805) 459-0701centralcoastoysterfestival.org

ROLL OUT THE BARRELS WINE FESTSan Luis ObispoJune 20-23, 2013 (805) 541-5868, slowine.com

ATASCADERO WINE FESTIVALAtascaderoJune 22, 2013 (805) 470-3182 atascaderowinefestival.com

July

CENTRAL COAST SHAKESPEAREFESTIVALPaso RoblesEvery weekend in July(805) 546-4224centralcoastshakespeare.org

CENTRAL COAST WINE CLASSICJuly 11-14, 2013(805) 878-3124centralcoastwineclassic.org

FESTIVAL MOZAIC SUMMERMUSIC FESTIVALSan Luis ObispoJusly 16-28, 2013(805) 781-3008festivalmozaic.com



MORRO BAY HARBOR FESTIVALMorro BayOctober 5-6, 2013 800-366-6043, mbhf.com

CENTRAL COAST RAILROADFESTIVALSan Luis ObispoOctober 10-14, 2013(805) 773-4173, ccrrf.com

OPEN STUDIOS TOURcounty-wideOctober 12-13, 19-20, 2013 (805) 544-9251artsobispo.org/openstudios.php

CITY-TO-SEA MARATHONSan Luis Obispo

October 13, 2013 (805) 546-3100, ext. 2716

citytosea.org

ATASCADERO COLONYDAYS CELEBRATIONAtascaderoOctober 18, 19 &

29, 2013(805) 466-2044

colondays.org, atascade-rochamber.org

CLAM FESTIVALPismo BeachOctober 18-20, 2013 (805) 773-4382pismochamber.com

HARVEST WINE WEEKENDPaso Robles October 18-20, 2013 (805) 239-8463, pasowine.com

November

WINE HARVEST CELEBRATIONSan Luis Obispo, Arroyo Grande,Avila BeachNovember 1-3, (805) 541-5868slowine.com

December

SANTA’S HOUSE IN MISSIONPLAZASan Luis ObispoNovember 29- December 24, 2013(805) 541-0286downtownslo.com

WINTER WONDERLAND AND STREET FAIREAtascaderoDecember (TBD), 2013(805) 462-0177 atascaderomainstreet.org

ARROYO GRANDE CHRISTMASCONCERT AND PARADEDecember 1, 2013 (805) 473-2250 arroyograndevillage.org

HEARST CASTLE HOLIDAYTOURSSan SimeonDecember 1-31, 2013800-444-4445, hearstcastle.org

HOLIDAY HARMONY Pismo BeachDecember 6, 2013(805) 773-7063, pismobeach.org

HOLIDAY IN THE PINESCambriaDecember 1-31, 2013(805) 927-3624 cambriachamber.org

LIGHTED BOAT PARADEMorro BayDec 7, 2013(805) 772-4467, morrobay.org

VINE STREET SHOWCASEPaso RoblesDecorated Victorian houses December 14, 2013(805) 238-4103pasoroblesdowntown.org

Ongoing

ART AFTER DARKSan Luis Obispo | first Friday of every month except December. (805) 544-9251, sloartscouncil.org

ART IN THE PARKMorro Bay | Juried art show and saleWeekends of Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day, 2013(805) 772-2504, artcentermorrobay.com

ART ON THE BEACHAvila Beach | Sunday afternoons, May-November, 2013 (805) 773-2383, avilabeachpier.com

MORRO BAY EMBARCADERO ART WALKSecond Friday of every month(805) 772-1086, galleryatmarinasquare.blogspot.com

SUMMER CONCERT SERIEScounty-wide, Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Grover Beach, Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo and Templeton offer free outdoor concerts during summer months (800) 541-8000, visitsanluisobispocounty.com

CALIFORNIA MID-STATE FAIRPaso RoblesJuly 17-28, 2013(805) 239-0655, midstatefair.com

CENTRAL COAST RENAISSANCEFESTIVALSan Luis ObispoJuly 20-21, 2013, ccrenfaire.com

August

HOT EL CAMINO CRUISE NITE & CAR SHOWAtascaderoAugust 16-17, 2013(805) 461-5000, Atascadero.org

OLIVE FESTIVALPaso RoblesAugust 17, 2013 (805) 238-4103 pasoroblesolivefestival.com

STONE SOUP ETHNIC MUSIC FAIREGrover BeachAugust 24-25, 2013(805) 489-1488agchamber.com

DUNE RUN-RUNGrover BeachAugust 31, 2013grover.org

September

CALIFORNIA WINE MONTH(805) 541-8000visitsanluisobispocounty.com

POPS BY THE SEAAvila BeachSeptember 1, 2013(805) 543-3533slosymphony.com

I MADONNARI FESTIVALSan Luis Obispo Street PaintingSeptember 7-8, 2013 (805) 927-1697aiacentralcoast.org

AVOCADO AND MARGARITAFESTIVALMorro BaySeptember 14-15, 2013(805) 772-4467, avomargfest.org

SUNSET SAVOR THE CENTRAL COASTcounty-wide4 days of wine and food events September 26-29, 2013800-634-1414 savorcentralcoast.com

October

SCARECROW FESTIVALCambriaOctober 1-31, 2013(805) 909-9000cambriascarecrows.com

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A haven of sandy beaches and open

spaces, fertile farms and vibrant cities,

San Luis Obispo County ranks among the

most popular destinations in California.

Beyond the scenic and recreational

wealth, however, it’s the people living

here who make the county such a special

place. Long-time residents carry on

family traditions in fields ranging from

fishing to winemaking, plein air painting

to the performing arts, while newcomers

infuse the region with innovative energy

and ideas. Here, dreams can come true,

whether they involve athletic, artistic or

entrepreneurial success, or simply put-

ting down roots in a friendly community.

Meet five unique people who call San

Luis Obispo County home!

Portraits by Kevin Steele

Julie Simon at Thomas Hill Organics

FA C E S ofS A N L U I S O B I S P O C O U N T Y



Organic Chemistry

For Chef Julie Simon, the measure of a good day is marked by

inspiration, passion and collaboration.

Mentored by such renowned local chefs as Meagan Loring

and Pandee Pearson, the Parisian-born Simon brought her bold

creativity to Thomas Hill Organics, a market bistro and wine bar

in Paso Robles, where she has headed up the kitchen since the

fall of 2009. Thanks to the 10-acre organic farm operated by the

restaurant’s owners, Joe and Debbie Thomas, as well as the

ample bounty available from other select San Luis Obispo

County producers, the bistro’s innovative cuisine has emerged

as a shining example of true farm-to-table fare.

The ever-changing nature of this seasonal approach to

menu-planning means that Simon and her kitchen col-

leagues continually encourage each other to think outside

the toque. With backgrounds in French, Filipino, Italian and

Mexican cuisines, “we’ve all got different approaches to

food,” said Simon. “It’s a super-fun, eclectic mix, but we al-

ways respect the traditions behind each dish, and keep

things true to their origin.” With a twinkle in her eye, Simon

added, “when you’re tossing ideas around and get that posi-

tive energy going, it really translates into the food.” m

by Katy Budge

F A C E S o f S L O C O U N T Y







The hallmarks of Anne Laddon’s artwork are color and compo-

sition, boldly expressed in a variety of media, especially oils and

pastels. Laddon creates her studies plein air, and then refines

the paintings in her studio. Her diverse subjects range from

landscapes to landmarks, portraits to still life, urban to rural.

Laddon had already established herself as a successful

artist, first in San Francisco and then on the East Coast, when

she followed her heart to Paso Robles in the 1980s. She began

a family and immersed herself in the local art scene, while

continuing to maintain a national gallery presence. In 2007,

Laddon spotted an empty commercial building in downtown

Paso Robles and thought “that would be perfect for an art

center.” She promptly founded Studios on the Park, Inc., a

non-profit corporation “dedicated to providing a creative,

educational, and transformational experience to enhance

understanding and appreciation of the visual arts.”

The welcoming space serves as a gallery for more than 30

artists in residence and – depending on their media – also pro-

vides working studio space. Laddon serves as artistic director

of the project, which she declared was “stimulating, challeng-

ing, and constantly evolving. We inspire and energize each

other all the time – it’s a blast!” m

Plein Air Passion

by Katy Budge




Oceanto Table

Well before the “farm-to-table” movement caught on, Mark

and Bonnie Tognazzini — both longtime fixtures in the Morro

Bay fishing industry — had hooked their customers on

“ocean-to-table” dining.

Mark has captained his Bonnie Marietta fishing boat since

1981, and in 1997, the couple starting selling his catch directly

from her decks. A simple enough idea, but it made them realize

how much people enjoyed the direct connection with them.

When the Tognazzinis opened their Dockside Restaurant in

2004, followed by the launch of their adjacent Dockside Too

fish market, they explained that “it was a natural evolution to

extend that concept.”

When seafood in either establishment comes from local

fishermen, it is proudly labeled with the names of both the

boat and her captain. This setup not only allows the Tognazzinis

to support their community, but also to provide patrons with

the freshest fish possible in a casual atmosphere and at afford-

able prices.

“We like to say we offer 5-star fish with 3-star dining,”

said Mark. “We just happened to be out in front of the local,

seasonal and knowing-who-provided-your-dinner [trend] be-

fore it was the popular thing to do. Now it seems many people

are doing what we’ve done for years.” m

by Katy Budge






Vines &History

Cindy Steinbeck’s ancestors settled near Paso Robles in 1874

and helped transform the tiny town into a thriving city. Then,

when her great-great grandparents planted grapes and began

making wine in 1901, they launched a joyous family tradition.

A fifth-generation farmer, Steinbeck works the land that her

great-grandparents purchased in 1921. Located seven miles

east of downtown, it currently supports 500 acres of premium

wine grapes.

As a child, Steinbeck viewed the farm as an irresistible

playground. At the time, barley and cattle dominated the fields,

but in 1982 her father began planting grapes. Today, the fruit is

sold to local wineries, save for one-percent, which is reserved

for the family’s luscious Steinbeck label wines. Despite the

labor required to grow her crop, Steinbeck continues to regard

the farm as a place for play.

Piloting a 1959 Jeep, Steinbeck often ferries visitors

around the vineyard. A trained historian, she regales them with

local lore and family anecdotes, showcasing the bountiful vine-

yard through her eyes.

“The stories are what attract people to our community,”

Steinbeck smiled, “and I guess I’m a modern day story teller.

When I’m face-to-face with customers, I consider that play.

It’s far more than just work, it’s who I am. And it’s fun!” m

by K. Reka Badger








CurtainCall

The Cal Poly Performing Arts Center presents a dazzling variety

of live performances in downtown San Luis Obispo. Entertain-

ment ranging from ballet to musicals to stand-up comedy

animates the elegant complex, where local and international

performers mount 300 shows each year.

“The first time I saw a performance there,” said Heather

Cochrane, executive director of the center’s fundraising arm,

Foundation for the Performing Arts Center (FPAC), “I was

astounded that a town this size had a venue of that caliber.”

On the job, some of Cochrane’s most treasured moments

occur during the youth outreach events that bring hundreds

of schoolchildren to the center. “The kids come into the hall

and they’re blown away,” she said. “I love to see how exciting

the magic of live arts is to them.

“The performing arts remind people about the joy of

being alive,” Cochrane declared. “That it’s not just about pay-

ing bills or making a profit, that creativity, beauty and joy are

just as important.”

Cochrane, often accompanied by her husband and chil-

dren, attends as many Cal Poly Performing Arts Center pro-

ductions as possible. “I want the arts to be part of our family’s

life,” she smiled, “because I think play is just as important as

work.” m

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WineCountry

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A prime destination for wine lovers, San Luis Obispo

County offers a delightful variety of tasting experiences.

With some 230 wineries vinifying 40 different grape vari-

eties, there is a vintage and venue to satisfy every preference.

Designated wine trails and clustered tasting rooms make it

easy to plan a memorable itinerary for a quick afternoon or

long weekend of tasting. The uncrowded roads and glorious

scenery enhance the wonderful wines, working a playful

magic that encourages visitors to relax, explore and savor

the moment.

Winemaking has flourished in the county since about

1790, when Franciscan friars began crafting sacramental

vintages. Today, roughly 27,000 acres of vineyards flourish

amid the county’s rolling hills and coastal valleys, where

local microclimates support premium grape varieties repre-

senting the world’s finest viticultural regions. Unique soils,

climates and exposures distinguish San Luis Obispo

County and its American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), which

are official designations for distinct growing regions. These

AVAs include Arroyo Grande Valley, Edna Valley and a por-

tion of Santa Maria Valley, in the southern region. In the

north are the Paso Robles and York Mountain AVAs, while

the entire county is contained within the 250-mile long

Central Coast AVA. Continued on page 38


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Effectively dividing San Luis Obispo County, the Santa Lucia

Range angles northwest to southeast, creating two distinctly dif-

ferent growing regions. North of the range stretches a land of

oak-studded canyons and gentle hills that is home to 75% of

the county’s wineries, each with its own motif and singular

charm. Tasting rooms nestle among scenic canyons and perch

atop hills with spectacular views of clear skies and extravagant

sunsets. In downtown Paso Robles, more than a dozen tasting

rooms and wine bars lie within walking distance of centrally-lo-

cated City Park.

The generally alkaline soils of North County run to sandy

loam, mudstone, and calcareous shale, many studded with fos-

sils and even ancient whalebones. Long hot summers prevail,

and diurnal temperature swings (the difference between daily

highs and lows) can measure 50 degrees F. Such radical swings

provide optimal heat to ripen grapes, but also enough nocturnal

cooling to promote balanced fruit acidity. The vineyards east of

U.S. Highway 101 provide ideal conditions for growing robust

reds, including Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as

such whites as Sauvignon Blanc and Marsanne. West of the

highway, ocean breezes are funneled through a series of notches

in the Santa Lucia Range, called the Templeton Gap. This moist

maritime influence suits cooler-weather grapes, including Pinot

Noir and Chardonnay, both of which flourish in the fog-

touched vineyards. Continued on page 40

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BAILEYANA TANGENT WINERIES5828 Orcutt Rd. San Luis Obispo (805) 269-8200 baileyana.com

CHAMISAL VINEYARDS 7525 Orcutt Rd. San Luis Obispo (805) 541-9463 chamisalvineyards.com

CLAIBORNE & CHURCHILL WINERY2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd. San Luis Obispo (805) 544-4066 claibornechurchill.com

EDNA VALLEY VINEYARD2585 Biddle Ranch Rd.San Luis Obispo(805) 243-4250ednavalley.com

HEARST RANCH WINERY442 SLO San Simeon Rd.San Simeon(805) 927-4100hearstranchwinery.com

KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS1947 See Canyon Rd. San Luis Obispo (805) 595-9700 kelseywine.com

KYNSI WINERY2212 Corbett Cyn. Rd. Arroyo Grande (805) 544-8461kynsi.com

LAETITIA WINERY453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr. Arroyo Grande(805) 481-1772 laetitiawine.com

SAUCELITO CANYON VINEYARD3080 Biddle Ranch Rd. San Luis Obispo(805) 543-2111 saucelitocanyon.com

With nearly 30 wineries and upwards of 3,000 acres of vine-

yards, south San Luis Obispo County offers plenty of vinous vari-

ety. Wineries operate amid apple orchards, along verdant coastal

valleys, and within earshot of downtown bustle. Seaside tasting

rooms provide tantalizing samples, while others afford views of in-

land valleys and the distinctive chain of grass-covered volcanic

plugs – called the Nine Sisters – marking the landscape between

San Luis Obispo and Morro Bay. Throughout South County, spe-

cialties range from Burgundian- and Rhône-style vintages, to

sparkling wine made in the time-tested methode champenoise.

While hot summers and frigid winters dominate the

county’s northern half, South County features a year-round

maritime climate. Due to the east-west orientation of the valleys,

the region’s vineyards bask in steady breezes blowing directly off

the Pacific Ocean. This soft, moist air moderates vineyard tem-

peratures and promotes a long growing season, which allows

grapes to remain on the vine well into late fall. Such extended

“hang time” produces fruit with extraordinary balance and in-

tense varietal components. Soils include volcanic material,

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TALLEY VINEYARDS3031 Lopez Dr.Arroyo Grande (805) 489-0446 talleyvineyards.com

TOLOSA WINERY4910 Edna Valley Rd.San Luis Obispo(805) 782-0500tolosawinery.com

WOLFF VINEYARDS6238 Orcutt Rd.San Luis Obispo (805) 781-0448 wolffvineyards.com

Wine Bars | Specialty Shops

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ROBIN‘S RESTAURANT4095 Burton Dr.Cambria(805) 927-5007robinsrestaurant.com

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BISTRO LAURENT1202 Pine St., Paso Robles(805) 226-8191bistrolaurent.com

BUONA TAVOLA943 Spring St., Paso Robles(805) 237-0600 btslo.com

COLBY JACK CAFE & BAKERY6005 El Camino RealAtascadero(805) 460-6455colbyjackcafe.com

DEBORAH'S ROOM11680 Chimney Rock Rd. Paso Robles(805) 237-4149 justinwine.com

ENOTECA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 206 Alexa Ct., Paso Robles(805) 238-2834labellasera.com

ESTRELLA RESTAURANT 815 12th St., Paso Robles(805) 226-5406estrellarestaurant.com

IL CORTILE RISTORANTE608 12th St., Paso Robles(805) 226-0300ilcortileristorante.com

PASO ROBLES INN STEAKHOUSE1103 Spring St., Paso Robles(805) 547-2711PasoRoblesInn.com

PASO TERRA1032 Pine St., Paso Robles(805) 227-4100pasoterra.com

ROBERT’S RESTAURANT & WINE BAR1218 Pine St., Paso Robles(805) 226-5556robertsrestaurantpaso.com

THOMAS HILL ORGANICSBISTRO MARKET & WINE BAR1305 Park St., Paso Robles(805) 226-5888thomashillorganics.com

VILLA CREEK1144 Pine St.Paso Robles(805) 238-3000villacreek.com

Mid-CoastBaywood Park, Cayucos,Los Osos, Morro BayBLUE SKYE CAFE 699 Embarcadero, Morro Bay(805) 704 1169 blueskyecafe.com

CASS HOUSE HISTORIC INN & RESTAURANT222 N. Ocean Ave., Cayucos(805) 995-3669casshouseinn.com

FLYING DUTCHMAN701 Embarcadero, Morro Bay(805) 772-2269flyingdutchmanmorrobay.com

HOPPE‘S GARDEN BISTRO & WINE SHOP78 N. Ocean Ave., Cayucos(805) 995-1006hoppesbistro.com

THE GALLEY SEAFOOD GRILL & BAR899 Embarcadero, Morro Bay(805) 772-7777galleymorrobay.com

WINDOWS ON THE WATER699 Embarcadero #7Morro Bay(805) 772-0677windowsonthewater.net

South InlandArroyo Grande, San Luis ObispoALEX MADONNA‘S GOLD RUSH STEAKHOUSE100 Madonna Rd.San Luis Obispo(805) 543-3000MadonnaInn.com

APPLE FARM RESTAURANT2015 Monterey St.San Luis Obispo(805) 544-6100applefarm.com

Please call for hours of

operation and reservations

as schedules may change

seasonally.

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BIG SKY CAFÉ1121 Broad St.San Luis Obispo(805) 545-5401bigskycafe.com

BUONA TAVOLA1037 Monterey St.San Luis Obispo(805) 545-8000btslo.com

CAFÉ ROMA1020 Railroad Ave.San Luis Obispo(805) 541-6800caferomaslo.com

COPPER CAFE AT MADONNA INN100 Madonna Rd.San Luis Obispo(805) 543-3000madonnainn.com

GENNARO'S GRILL AND GARDEN450 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo(805) 782-999gennarosgrillandgarden.com

KLONDIKE PIZZA104 Bridge St., Arroyo Grande(805) 481-5288 klondikepizza.com

KOBERL AT BLUE998 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo(805) 783-1135epkoberl.com

LUNA RED1009 Monterey St.San Luis Obispo(805) 540-5243lunaredslo.com

MAMA‘S MEATBALL570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo(805) 544-0861mamasmeatball.com

MOTHER’S TAVERN725 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo(805) 541-8733motherstavern.com

NOVO RESTAURANT + LOUNGE726 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo(805) 543-3986novorestaurant.com

PALAZZO GIUSEPPE1010 Court St., San Luis Obispo(805) 541-9922giuseppesrestaurant.com

ROOSTER CREEK TAVERN200 E. Branch St., Arroyo Grande(805) 489-2509roostercreektavern.com

SLO BREW1119 Garden St., San Luis Obispo(805) 543-1843slobrewingco.com

SPLASH CAFÉ ~ ARTISAN BAKERY1491 Monterey St.San Luis Obispo(805) 544-7567splashbakery.com

TAJ PALACE, CUISINE OF INDIA795 Foothill Blvd., Ste. ASan Luis Obispo(805) 242-0544tajpalaceslo.net

UPPER CRUST TRATTORIA11560 Los Osos Valley Rd.San Luis Obispo(805) 542-0400uppercrustslo.com

VIENI VAI TRATTORIA690 Higuera St.San Luis Obispo(805) 544-5282 vienivai.com

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Dining AlfrescoFine Italian Restaurant

Dinner 7 nights a week

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608 12th Street | Paso Robles CA | 805.226.0300

BISTRO, WINE BAR & BAKERY

LUNCH: WED-SAT 11AM-2PMDINNER: WED-SUN 5PM-9PM

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805-995-1006hoppesbistro.com

Most Highly-Acclaimed Restaurant in SLO CountyAll cuisine made in-house

Best Cayucos Restaurant

2011 & 2012

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South CoastAvila Beach, GroverBeach, Oceano, PismoBeachCRACKED CRAB751 Price St., Pismo Beach(805) 773-2722crackedcrab.com

DOC BURNSTEIN‘S ICE CREAM LAB114 W. Branch St.Arroyo Grande(805) 474-4068docburnsteins.com

F. MCLINTOCKS SALOON AND DINING HOUSE750 Mattie Rd., Pismo Beach(805) 773-1892mclintocks.com

GARDENS OF AVILA RESTAURANT AT SYCAMOREMINERAL SPRINGS RESORT1215 Avila Beach Rd.San Luis Obispo(805) 595-7365sycamoresprings.com

GIUSEPPE'S CUCINA ITALIANA 891 Price St., Pismo Beach(805) 773-2870 giuseppesrestaurant.com

GREAT AMERICAN GRILL ATHILTON GARDEN INN 601 James Way, Pismo Beach(805) 773-6020hiltongardeninn3.com

LIDO RESTAURANT AT DOLPHIN BAY RESORT & SPA2727 Shell Beach Rd.Pismo Beach(805) 773-8900thedolphinbay.com/lido_restaurant

MARISOL RESTAURANT AT THE CLIFFS RESORT2757 Shell Beach Rd.Pismo Beach(805) 773-5000modernlatinflavors.com

SEA VENTURE RESTAURANT100 Ocean View, Pismo Beach(805) 773-3463SeaVentureRestaurant.com

SPLASH CAFÉ197 Pomeroy, Pismo Beach(805) 773-4653splashcafe.com

SPYGLASS INN RESTAURANT2703 Spyglass Dr., Pismo Beach(805) 773-1222spyglassinnrestaurant.com

STEAMERS OF PISMO1601 Price St., Pismo Beach(805) 773-4711mclintocks.com/locations/steamers.asp

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Fresh pastries made from scratch

Our famous breakfast sandwich

Artisan breads baked fresh daily

Award-winning bread bowl clam chowder

Fresh salads and grilled sandwiches

Fine chocolates and desserts

1491 Monterey Street • San Luis Obispoon the corner of Monterey and California Streets

544-7567 splashbakery.comOpen 7 days a week 7a.m.- 9 p.m.

Check out our original location in Pismo Beach!



A golfer’s paradise, San Luis

Obispo County features 16

different courses ranging

from championship to par-3

to Scottish-style links. The

county boasts a Mediter-

ranean-type climate that

delivers 300-plus days of

sunshine each year, making

it ideal for golf in any season.

Relax, take in the gorgeous

scenery and enjoy the unhur-

ried pace of SLO County,

which just might shave a

few strokes off your game.

AVILA BEACH GOLF RESORT6464 Ana Bay Dr., Avila Beach (805) 595-4000 avilabeachresort.com18 holes, par 71$30-$68, cart $17 per riderPanoramic ocean views and oakwoodlands create the backdrop forAvila Beach Golf Resort’s two dis-tinct nines: one featuring oak-linedvalleys, the other traversing a tidalestuary.

CHALK MOUNTAIN GOLFCOURSE10000 El Bordo Ave., Atascadero (805) 466-8848 chalkmountaingolf.com18 holes, par 17$21 - $39, cart $17 per riderA beautifully maintained champi-onship course, Chalk MountainGolf Course offers play along tree-fringed fairways laid out amonggentle hills and over a naturalcreek.

CYPRESS RIDGE780 Cypress Ridge Pkwy. Arroyo Grande (805) 474-7979cypressridge.com18 holes, par 72$20 - $73, cart $17 per rider

Designed by Peter Jacobsen, thisAudubon National Signature Sanc-tuary course integrates challenginggolf with extensive environmentalplanning to preserve wildlife andbeautiful natural surroundings.

DAIRY CREEK GOLF COURSE2990 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo (805) 782-8060slocountyparks.com/facilities/dairycreek.htm18 holes, par 71$10 - $43, cart $17 per riderThe newest of the three countycourses, Dairy Creek Golf Coursewas designed by architect JohnHarbottle to combine the chal-lenges of rocky arroyos, radical el-evation changes and tricky seabreezes.

HUNTER RANCH4041 E. Hwy. 46, Paso Robles 866-271-6061, (805) 237-7444hunterranchgolf.com18 holes, par 72$48 - $79, cart $16 - $21 per riderSet in the rural heart of Paso Robleswine country, Hunter Ranch offersunparalleled vistas, sparkling lakesand pristine fairways graced bycentury-old oak trees.

LAGUNA LAKE MUNICIPALGOLF COURSE11175 Los Osos Valley Rd. San Luis Obispo(805) 781-7309, slocity.org/parksandrecreation/golf.asp9 holes, par 30$8.25 - $12, cart $7 per rider

A city-owned, nine-hole execu-tive length course, Laguna

Lake provides a fun chal-lenge for both beginningand accomplished golfers.The course receives highratings for its affordablerates, quality maintenance,

friendly staff and delightfulviews.

MONARCH DUNES1606 Trilogy Pkwy., Nipomo 888-343-3332, (805) 343-9459monarchdunesgolf.com18 holes, par 71$25 - $81, cart $18 per riderWindswept dunes, eucalyptus trees,coastal views and rambling hillssurround Monarch Dunes, whichcomprises a links-style layout hon-oring the tradition of ancient Scot-tish and Irish courses.

MORRO BAY GOLF COURSE201 State Park Rd., Morro Bay (805) 782-8060, centralcoastgolf.com18 holes, par 71$10 - $51, cart $17 per riderLocated in Morro Bay State Park,this tree-studded public course oc-cupies prime coastal propertyboasting hilly terrain and sweepingviews of the Pacific Ocean. Affec-tionately dubbed the “poor man’sPebble Beach,” the course’s naturalbeauty and challenging fairwaysmake it a treasure for players of allskill levels.

SEA PINES GOLF RESORT1945 Solano St., Los Osos 888-732-7463(805) 528-5252, seapinesgolfresort.com9 holes, par 31 $9.50 - $16, cart $16 Panoramic views of the Morro BayEstuary, Morro Rock and coastaldunes unfold from the narrow, tree-skirted fairways of Sea Pines GolfResort. The course is situated amidthe quiet villages of Los Osos andBaywood Park, near Montaña deOro State Park.

For golf course locations, see map on page 10.

Golf CountryWith more than a dozen meticulously groomed courses and 300-plus daysof sunshine each year, San Luis Obispo County is a golfer’s paradise.

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Dignity Health of the Central Coast

Arroyo Grande Community Hospital345 South Halcyon Road

Arroyo Grande, CA 93420(805) 489-4261

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French Hospital Medical Center1911 Johnson Avenue

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401(805) 543-5353

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You’re getting married and naturally

want to make your special day a won-

derfully memorable occasion. Whether

you’re planning an intimate gathering or

a lavish event, San Luis Obispo County

offers a host of ideal locations and

skilled professionals to help make your

dream wedding a reality.

If you’re planning an outdoor wed-

ding, look no further than the diverse

open-air venues—from ocean bluffs, to

oak-shaded hilltops, to sandy beaches.

You might say your vows aboard a sunset

cruise, on the green turf of a golf course,

or inside one of the county’s two venera-

ble missions.

If you choose a vineyard wedding,

you can hold the ceremony among the

vines and enjoy the reception just a few

steps away in one of the many, well-ap-

pointed winery event centers.

Planning your wedding should be

fun, so give us a call and we’ll help

make your special day a truly memo-

rable occasion. Call 800-634-1414 or go

to visitsanluisobispocounty.com and

we’ll be delighted to offer suggestions

for locations, caterers, florists, photog-

raphers, and musicians to match your

budget and theme.

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Museums, Galleries & Gardens

ARTS OBISPO, SLO COUNTYARTS COUNCIL(805) 544-9251artsobispo.org

ESTRELLA WARBIRD MUSEUM & AUTOMOBILES(805) 227-0440ewarbirds.org

GALLERY AT THE NETWORK(805) 788-0886galleryatthenetwork.com

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POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSES(805) 540-5771sanluislighthouse.org

RIOS-CALEDONIA ADOBE(805) 467-3357slocountyparks.org

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ConnectionsActivities, museums, gardens, shopping, tours, transportation and more.

This comprehensive guide to area businesses and services will help make

the most of your stay.

Pismo Beach Kite Expo

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Estrella Warbird Museum

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SAN LUIS OBISPOCHILDREN'S MUSEUM(805) 545-5874, slocm.org

SAN LUIS OBISPOMUSEUM OF ART(805) 543-8562SLOArtCenter.org

SLOART GALLERY(805) 542-9000sloart.com

SOUTH COUNTY HISTORICALSOCIETY(805) 473-5077southcountyhistory.org

Performing Arts

CAL POLY ARTS(805) 756-6552calpolyarts.org

CLARK CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS(805) 489-4196clarkcenter.org

GREAT AMERICAN MELODRAMA(805) 489-2499americanmelodrama.com

OPERA SAN LUIS OBISPO(805) 541-5369, operaslo.org

OTTER PRODUCTIONS, INC.otterproductionsinc.com

PERFORMING ARTS CENTER(805) 756-7223, pacslo.org

PEWTER PLOUGH PLAYHOUSE& CAFE(805) 924-1609pewterploughplayhouse.org

SAN LUIS OBISPO LITTLE THEATRE(805) 781-3889SLOLittleTheatre.org

SAN LUIS OBISPO SYMPHONY (805) 543-3533slosymphony.com

SAN LUIS OBISPO VOCAL ARTS ENSEMBLE(805) 541-6797vocalarts.org

SAN LUIS OBISPO WIND ORCHESTRA(805) 546-3333slowinds.org

Specialty Shopping

APPLE FARM GIFT SHOP AND MILLHOUSE2015 Monterey St.San Luis Obispo(805) 544-2040

AVILA VALLEY BARN560 Avila Rd., San Luis Obispo(805) 595-2810

CENTRAL COAST COFFEEROASTING COMPANY1172 Los Olivos Ave., Los Osos(805) 528-7317sloroasted.com

CRUSHED GRAPE319 Madonna Rd., #2 San Luis Obispo (805) 544-4449, 800-29-BASKET

FIRESTONE WALKER BREWINGCOMPANY1400 Ramada, Paso Roblesfirestonebeer.com

JACK CREEK FARMS5000 Highway 46 WestTempleton(805) 239-1915

OLEA FARM/OLIVE OIL & TASTING ROOM2985 Templeton Rd., Templeton(805) 610-2258oleafarm.com

PISMO BEACH PREMIUMOUTLETS333 Five Cities Dr.Pismo Beach(805) 773-4662

PASOLIVO8530 Vineyard Dr.Paso Robles(805) 227-0186pasolivo.com

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WE OLIVE1311 Park St., Paso Robles(805) 239-7667weolive.com

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CAMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCECambriaChamber.org

CAYUCOS CHAMBER OF COMMERCEcayucoschamber.com

ECONOMIC VITALITY CORPORATION OF SLO COUNTYsloevc.org

GROVER BEACH CITYgrover.org

MORRO BAY CHAMBER OFCOMMERCEmorrobay.org

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SAN LUIS OBISPO CHAMBER OF COMMERCEslochamber.org

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SAN SIMEON CHAMBER OF COMMERCEsansimeonchamber.org

TEMPLETON CHAMBER OF COMMERCEtempletonchamber.com

TRAVEL PASO ROBLES ALLIANCEtravelpaso.com

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AMERICANSTAR TRAILWAYS(805) 543-9999americanstartrailways.com

AMTRAK(619) 758-9073, amtrak.com

RIDE-ON TRANSPORTATION(805) 541-8747, ride-on.org

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY REGIONAL AIRPORT(805) 781-5205, sloairport.com

SAN LUIS OBISPO REGIONALRIDESHARE(805) 541-2277, rideshare.org

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BLUE WHALE INN 6736 Moonstone Beach Dr.800-753-9000, (805) 927-4647bluewhaleinn.com$$$-$$$, 7 rooms |�|�|

BLUEBIRD INN1880 Main St.800-552-5434, (805) 927-4634bluebirdmotel.com$ -$$, 37 rooms |�|�|��|

BRIDGE STREET INN B&B4314 Bridge St.(805) 927-7653bridgestreetinncambria.com$-$$, 5 rooms

BURTON INN4022 Burton Dr.(805) 927-5125burtoninn.com$$-$$$, 12 rooms |�|

CAMBRIA BED & BREAKFAST3003 Ardath Dr.(805) 927-2275victoriaslastresort.com$$$$, 1 room

CAMBRIA LANDING INN 6530 Moonstone Beach Dr.800-549-6789, (805) 927-1619thecambrialanding.com$-$$, 26 rooms |�|

CAMBRIA PALMS MOTEL2662 Main St866-489-4485, (805) 927-4485cambriapalmsmotel.com$-$$, 18 rooms |�|

CAMBRIA PINES LODGE2905 Burton Dr.800-966-6490, (805) 927-4200cambriapineslodge.com$$-$$$$, 152 rooms|�|�|�|�|��|

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Walks on the beach, all within reach.The Central Coast is a place of remarkably varied charms and Pacifica Hotels are designed

to be just as varied as the coast — always intimate, often elegant, and truly coastal.

At Pacifica Hotel Company we don’t expect you to stay forever.

But we’ll certainly understand if you do.

Overlooks beautiful Moonstone Beach.

Nestled along the beach in the seaside town of Cambria.

Charm of an English seaside village just steps from

Moonstone Beach.

Ocean front suites with views of Moonstone Beach.

Situated on the bluffs of Pismo Beach, this beautiful hotel offers magnificent

views of the Pacific Ocean.

A quaint, seaside retreat overlooking the ocean.

Located right on the sand at Pismo Beach.

Close to all Central Coast attractions, including Cal

Poly University.

Best Western Plus Fireside Inn888.910.7100

www.bestwestern firesideinn.com

Cambria Landing800.549.6789

www.cambrialanding.com

Fog Catcher Inn800.425.4121

www.fogcatcherinn.com

Holiday Inn Express800.505.0650

www.hiexpress.com

Pelican Inn & Suites805.927.1500

www.pelicansuites.com

Spyglass Inn800.824.2612

www.spyglassinn.com

Cottage Inn by the Sea888.440.8400

www.cottage-inn.com

Sandcastle Inn800.822.6606

www.sandcastleinn.com

CAMBRIA

PISMO BEACH SAN LUIS OBISPO

Nobody knows the coast like Pacifica. But you’re invited to learn.



CAMBRIA SHORES INN6276 Moonstone Beach Dr.800-433-9179, (805) 927-8644cambriashores.com$$$-$$$$, 24 rooms |�|

CAPTAIN'S COVE LODGE6454 Moonstone Beach Dr.800-781-2683, (805) 927-8581captainscoveinn.com$-$$, 5 rooms

CASTLE INN6620 Moonstone Beach Dr.(805) 927-8605cambriacastleinn.com$-$$, 31 rooms |�|�|

CREEKSIDE INN 2618 Main St.800-269-5212, (805) 927-4021creeksidecambria.com$-$$, 23 rooms |�|�|

DREYDON HOUSE B&B1979 Dreydon Ave.800-799-7704, (805) 927-4849dreydonhouse.com$-$$, 2 rooms

EL COLIBRI HOTEL 5620 Moonstone Beach Dr.(805) 924-3003elcolibrihotel.com$$-$$$, 34 rooms |�|�|��|

FOG CATCHER INN6400 Moonstone Beach Dr.800-425-4121, (805) 927-1400fogcatcherinn.com$$-$$$$, 60 rooms |�|�|�|�|��|

FOG'S END 2735 Main St.(805) 927-7465, fogsend.com$$$, 3 rooms |�|

HER CASTLE 1978 Londonderry Ln.(805) 924-1719hercastle.cc$-$$, 2 rooms

J. PATRICK HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST INN2990 Burton Dr.800-341-5258, (805) 927-3812jpatrickhouse.com$$$$, 8 rooms |��|

LITTLE SUR INN 6190 Moonstone Beach Dr.866-478-7466, (805) 927-1329littlesurinn.com$$$, 17 rooms |�|

MARGATE SUITE2828 Margate Ave.(805) 927-3887chaletrealty.com$$-$$$, 1 room

MARINER'S INN 6180 Moonstone Beach Dr., Cambria(805) 927-4624marinersinncambria.com$-$$, 26 rooms |�|

MOONSTONE COTTAGES6580 Moonstone Beach Dr., Cambria(805) 927-1366moonstonecottages.com$$$-$$$$, 3 cottages |�|

MOONSTONE LANDING6240 Moonstone Beach Dr.800-830-4540, (805) 927-0012moonstonelanding.com$$$, 29 rooms |�|

OLALLIEBERRY INN BED &BREAKFAST2476 Main St.888-927-3222, (805) 927-3222olallieberry.com$$$-$$$$, 9 rooms |�|��|

PELICAN INN & SUITES6316 Moonstone Beach Dr.888-434-4222,(805) 927-1500pelicansuites.com$$$-$$$$, 48 rooms |�|�|�|�|

SAN SIMEON PINES SEASIDE RESORT7200 Moonstone Beach Dr.866-927-4648, (805) 927-4648sspines.com$$-$$$, 58 rooms |�|�|�|

SAND PEBBLES INN6252 Moonstone Beach Dr.800-222-9970, (805) 927-5600cambriainns.com$$$-$$$$, 23 rooms |�|�|

SEA OTTER INN6656 Moonstone Beach Dr.800-966-6490, (805) 927-5888seaotterinn.com$$-$$$, 25 rooms |�|�|

SQUIBB HOUSE, THE 4063 Burton Dr.866-927-9600, (805) 927-9600,squibbhouse.net$$$-$$$$, 5 rooms |�|

WHITE WATER INN6790 Moonstone Beach Dr.800-995-1715, (805) 927-1066whitewaterinn.com$$$, 17 rooms |�|

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WINDRUSH B & B6820 Moonstone Beach Dr.(805) 927-8844$-$$, 2 rooms

Cayucos

BEACHWALKER INN, CAYUCOS501 S. Ocean Ave.800-750-2133vagabondcayucos.com$$-$$$, 24 rooms |�|

CASS HOUSE HISTORIC INN222 N. Ocean Ave.(805) 995-3669, casshouseinn.com$$$$, 5 rooms |�|��|�|

CAYUCOS BEACH INN333 S. Ocean Ave.800-482-0555, (805) 995-2828cayucosbeachinn.com$$-$$$, 36 rooms |�|�|�|

CAYUCOS MOTEL20 S. Ocean Ave.800-965-2699, (805) 995-3670cayucosmotel.com$, 6 rooms |��|

CAYUCOS PIER VIEW SUITES14 N. Ocean Ave.(805) 995-0014pierviewsuites.com$$$-$$$$, 7 rooms |�|�|�|


CAYUCOS SUNSET INN95 S. Ocean Ave. 877-805-1076, (805) 995-2500cayucossunsetinn.com$$$$, 5 rooms |�|�|

CYPRESS TREE MOTEL125 S. Ocean Ave.800-241-4289, (805) 995-3917cypresstreemotel.com$-$$, 12 rooms |�|

DOLPHIN INN399 S. Ocean Ave.800-540-4276, (805) 995-3810thedolphininn.com$-$$, 19 rooms

ESTERO BAY MOTEL25 S. Ocean Ave.800-736-1292, (805) 995-3614esterobaymotel.com$-$$, 12 rooms |�|�|

ON THE BEACH BED & BREAKFAST181 N. Ocean Ave.877-995-0800, (805) 995-3200 californiaonthebeach.com$$$$, 14 rooms |�|

SEASIDE MOTEL42 Ocean Ave.800-549-0900, (805) 995-3809seasidemotel.com$-$$$, 12 rooms

SHORELINE INN…ON THEBEACH1 N. Ocean Ave.800-549-2244, (805) 995-3681cayucosshorelineinn.com$$$-$$, 29 rooms |�|�|

Grover Beach

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESSGROVER BEACH775 N. Oak Park Blvd.800-315-2621, (805) 481-4448hiexpress.com$$-$$$, 78 rooms |�|�|�|

Los Osos /Baywood Park

BACK BAY INN1391 Second St.877-330-2225, (805) 528-1233backbayinn.com$$$-$$$$, 21 rooms |�|�|

BAYWOOD INN1370 Second St.(805) 528-8888baywoodinn.com$$-$$$, 20 rooms

SEA PINES GOLF RESORT1945 Solano St.888-732-7463, (805) 528-5252seapinesgolfresort.com$$-$$$, 43 rooms |�|�|��|

Morro Bay

ANDERSON INN897 Embarcadero 866-950-3434, (805) 772-3434andersoninnmorrobay.com$$$-$$$$, 8 rooms

ASCOT SUITES260 Morro Bay Blvd. 800-887-6454, (805) 772-4437ascotsuites.com$$$-$$$$, 32 rooms |�|�|

BAYFRONT INN AT THE WATERFRONT1148 Front St.(805) 772-5607bayfront-inn.com$-$$, 16 rooms |�|

BAY VIEW INN225 Harbor St. 800-742-8439, (805) 772-2771bayviewinn.net$$, 22 rooms

BEACH BUNGALOW INN & SUITES1050 Morro Ave.(805) 772-9700morrobaybeachbungalow.com$$-$$$, 12 rooms |�|�|��|



BEST WESTERN EL RANCHO2460 Main St.(805) 772-2212bestwestern.com$-$$, 27 rooms |�|�|�|�|

BEST WESTERN PLUS SAN MARCOS INN250 Pacific St.800-772-7969, (805) 772-2248SanMarcosInn.com$-$$, 32 rooms |�|

BEST WESTERN TRADEWINDS225 Beach St.(805) 772-7376 bestwestern.com$$-$$$, 24 rooms |�|

BLUE SAIL INN851 Market Ave.800-971-6910, (805) 772-2766 bluesailinn.com$$-$$$, 48 rooms |�|�|

BREAKERS MOTEL780 Market St.(805) 772-7317 breakersmorrobay.com$-$$, 26 rooms |�|�|

DAYS INN1095 Main St.(805) 772-2711daysinn.com$-$$, 46 rooms |�|�|

ECONO LODGE NORTH1100 Main St.877-424-6423econolodge.com $-$$, 18 rooms |�|�|

EMBARCADERO INN456 Embarcadero888-223-5777, (805) 772-2700embarcaderoinn.com$$$, 33 rooms |�|

ESTERO INN501 Embarcadero (805) 772-1500esteroinn.com$$-$$$, 8 rooms |�|

FIRESIDE INN730 Morro Ave.800-444-0562, (805) 772-2244firesideinnmotel.com$$-$$$, 24 rooms |�|

FRONT STREET INN & SPA1140 Front St. (805) 772-5038frontstreetinn.net$$$$, 2 rooms

GRAY’S INN & ART GALLERY561 Embarcadero(805) 772-3911graysinnandgallery.com $$-$$$, 3 rooms

HOLLAND INN2630 N. Main St.(805) 772-2650hollandinnmorrobay.com $-$$, 24 rooms |�|

INN AT MORRO BAY60 State Park Dr.800-321-9566, (805) 772-5651innatmorrobay.com$$-$$$$, 98 rooms |�|�|�|��|

LA SERENA INN990 Morro Ave.800-248-1511, (805) 772-5665laserenainn.com$-$$, 37 rooms |�|�|�|

MARINA STREET INN B & B305 Marina St.(805) 772-0667marinastreetinn.com$-$$, 4 rooms |�|

MASTERPIECE MOTEL1206 Main St.800-529-6782, (805) 772-2248masterpiecemotels.com$-$$$, 27 rooms |�|

MORRO BAY SANDPIPER INN540 Main St.(805) 772-7503morrobaysandpiper.net$-$$, 21 rooms |�|�|

MORRO CREST INN670 Main St.(805) 772-7740morrocrestinn.net $-$$, 17 rooms

MORRO SHORES INN & SUITES290 Atascadero Rd. (805) 772-0222morroshoresinn.com$-$$, 29 rooms |�|

MOTEL 6298 Atascadero Rd.800-466-8356, (805) 772-5641motel6.com$-$$, 70 rooms |�|�|�|

PACIFIC COTTAGE MOTEL2830 Alder Ave.(805) 772-2959$, 14 rooms



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PACIFIC SHORES INN890 Morro Ave. 800-222-9915pacificshoresinn.net$$-$$$, 18 rooms

PLEASANT INN MOTEL235 Harbor St.888-772-8521, (805) 772-8521pleasantinnmotel.com$-$$, 10 rooms |�|

ROCK VIEW INN & SUITES1080 Market Ave. (805) 772-1259 rockviewinn.com$-$$, 31 rooms |�|�|

SEA AIR INN845 Morro Ave.800-887-6454, (805) 772-4495seaairinn.com$-$$, 25 rooms

SUNDOWN INN640 Main St.800-696-6928, (805) 772-7381sundowninn.com $-$$, 17 rooms |�|

TRAVELODGE220 Beach St. 800-549-2022, (805) 772-3333travelodge.com$-$$, 31 rooms |�|

TWIN DOLPHIN INN590 Morro Ave.800-234-7916, (805) 772-4483thetwindolphin.com$$-$$$, 31 rooms |�|

VILLAGER MOTEL1098 Main St. 800-444-0782$-$$, 22 rooms

Nipomo

KALEIDOSCOPE INN & GARDENS B&B130 E. Dana St., 866-504-5444kaleidoscopeinn.com$$$, 5 rooms |�|�|��|

Oceano

OCEANO INN1252 Pacific Blvd.800-970-9091, (805) 473-0032oceanoinn.com$-$$, 18 rooms |�|

PACIFIC PLAZA RESORT444 Pier Ave.800-300-0903, (805) 473-6989pacificplazaresort.com$$-$$$, 16 rooms |�|

Paso Robles

ADELAIDE INN1215 Ysabel Ave.800-549-7276, (805) 238-2770adelaideinn.com$$, 108 rooms |�|�|

BEST WESTERN PLUS BLACK OAK1135 24th St.(805) 238-4740bestwesternblackoak.com$$-$$$, 110 rooms |�|�|

BUDGET INN2745 Spring St., (805) 239-3030$$-$$$, 26 rooms |�|�|

CANYON VILLA BED & BREAKFAST, THE1455 Kiler Canyon Rd. (805) 238-3362,thecanyonvilla.com$$$$, 4 rooms |��|

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT ~PASO ROBLES120 S. Vine St.(805) 239-9700courtyardpasorobles.com$$$ -$$$$, 130 rooms |�|�|�|��|

ECONOMY INN2218 Spring St.(805) 238-3412$ |�|

FARMHOUSE MOTEL425 Spring St.(805) 238-1720$

HAMPTON INN & SUITES212 Alexa Ct.800-HAMPTON, (805) 226-9988hamptoninnpasorobles.com$ -$$$, 81 rooms |�|�|�|��|

Pismo BeachPismo Beach

Any Season. Any Reason.Any Season. Any Reason.

Your “Ahhh” Awaits

www.SeaCrestPismo.com | (800) 782-8400

The Iconic The Iconic Pismo Beach Pismo Beach HotelHotel• 5-Acre Park-Like Setting• 5-Acre Park-Like Setting

• Direct Beach Access• Direct Beach Access

• Free Continental • Free Continental BreakfastBreakfast

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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES2455 Riverside Ave.877-449-7276, (805) 238-6500hixpaso.com$$-$$$, 91 rooms |�|�|�|�|

HOTEL CHEVAL1021 Pine St.(805) 226-9995hotelcheval.com$$$$, 16 rooms |�|�|

JUST INN B&B, THE 11680 Chimney Rock Rd. 800-726-0049, (805) 238-6932justinwine.com$$$-$$$$, 4 rooms |�|�|

LA BELLASERA HOTEL & SUITES206 Alexa Ct. 866-782-9669, (805) 238-2834labellasera.com$$$$, 60 rooms |�|�|�|��|

LA QUINTA INN & SUITES2615 Buena Vista Dr.800-753-3757, (805) 239-3004lq.com, $$$$, 100 rooms |�

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MELODY RANCH MOTEL939 Spring St.800-909-3911, (805) 238-3911$-$$, 19 rooms |�|�|

MOTEL 6, PASO ROBLES1134 Black Oak Dr.(805) 239-9090motel6.com$-$$, 121 rooms |�|�|�|

PASO ROBLES INN1103 Spring St.800-676-1713, (805) 238-2660pasoroblesinn.com $$$-$$$$, 98 rooms |�|�|�|�|��|

PASO ROBLES WINE COUNTRY INN3548 Spring St.(805) 238-9616$-$$, 15 rooms |�|

RELAX INN730 Spring St.(805) 238-3013relaxinnpasorobles.com$-$$, 18 rooms |�|

SUBURBAN RIVER LODGE1955 Theatre Dr.(805) 238-3814$-$$, 22 rooms |�|

TOWNHOUSE MOTEL2749 Spring St.(805) 238-2080$, 24 rooms

TRAVELODGE2701 Spring St.800-578-7878, (805) 238-0078travelodge.com$$, 31 rooms |�|�|

Pismo Beach

BEACHCOMBER INN541 Cypress(805) 773-5505beachcomberinn.net$$-$$$, 7 rooms|�|�|�|

BEST WESTERN PLUS SHELTER COVE LODGE2651 Price St.800-848-1434, (805) 574-2704bwsheltercove.com$$$-$$$$, 52 rooms |�|�|�|��|

BEST WESTERN PLUS SHORE CLIFF LODGE2555 Price St.800-441-8885, (805) 574-2711shorecliff.com$$$-$$$$, 100 rooms|�|�|�|�|��|

CLIFFS RESORT, THE2757 Shell Beach Rd.800-826-7827, (805) 773-5000cliffsresort.com$$$-$$$$, 160 rooms |�|�|�|�|��|

COTTAGE INN BY THE SEA2351 Price St.888-440-8400, (805) 773-4617 $$$, 80 rooms |�|�|�|

DOLPHIN BAY RESORT & SPA 2727 Shell Beach Rd. (805) 773-4300thedolphinbay.com$$$-$$$$, 60 rooms |�|�|�|�|��|

EDGEWATER INN & SUITES280 Wadsworth Ave. 888-248-1354, (805) 773-4811edgewater-inn.com$$-$$$, 99 rooms |�|�|�|

www.cambriapineslodge.com2905 Burton Drive Cambria, CA 93428800-966-6490

152 rooms and suites on 25 acresRestaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner dailyIndoor & outdoor meeting and event venuesOutdoor heated pool & spaLounge with nightly entertainmentMinutes from Hearst Castle and wineries



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HILTON GARDEN INN OF PISMO BEACH 601 James Way866-773-6020, (805) 773-6020 hiltongardeninn3.com $$$, 120 rooms |�|�|�|��|

OCEAN BREEZE INN 250 Main St.800-472-7873, (805) 773-2070oceanbreezeinn.net$$-$$$, 33 rooms |�|�|

OXFORD SUITES651 Five Cities Dr.800-982-7848, (805) 773-3773oxfordsuitespismobeach.com$$-$$$, 132 rooms |�|�|�|�|

PISMO LIGHTHOUSE SUITES2411 Price St.800-245-2411, (805) 773-2411pismolighthousesuites.com$$$-$$$$, 70 rooms |�|�|�|�|

QUALITY INN MONARCHSHORES230 Five Cities Dr.(805) 773-1841monarchshores.com$$, 101 rooms |�|

SANDCASTLE INN100 Stimson Ave. 800-822-6606, (805) 773-2422sandcastleinn.com$$-$$$, 75 rooms |�|�|

SEA GYPSY MOTEL1020 Cypress St. 800-592-5923, (805) 773-1801seagypsymotel.com$-$$$, 77 rooms |�|�|

SEACREST OCEANFRONT HOTEL2241 Price St.800-782-8400, (805) 773-4608seacrestpismo.com$$-$$$, 158 rooms |�|�|�|��|

SEAVENTURE RESORT100 Ocean View Ave. 800-662-5545, (805) 773-4994seaventure.com$$$, 50 rooms |�|�|��|

SPYGLASS INN2705 Spyglass Dr. 800-824-2612, (805) 773-4855spyglassinn.com$$$, 82 rooms |�|�|�|��|

Ragged Point

RAGGED POINT INN19019 Highway 1(805) 927-4502raggedpointinn.com$$$-$$$$, 30 rooms |�|�|��|

San Luis Obispo

AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN 950 Olive St.(805) 544-8886americasbestvalueinn.com$-$$$, 32 rooms |�|

APPLE FARM INN & TRELLIS COURT2015 Monterey St.800-255-2040, (805) 544-2040applefarm.com$$$, 104 rooms |�|�|�|��|

BEST WESTERN ROYAL OAK HOTEL 214 Madonna Rd. 888-256-8028, (805) 544-4410royaloakhotel.com$$, 99 rooms |�|�|�|�|

BEST WESTERN SOMERSET INN1895 Monterey St.866-597-0601, (805) 544-0973bestwestern.com$$-$$$, 39 rooms |�|�|�|

BRIDGE CREEK INN B&B5300 Righetti Rd.(805) 544-3003bridgecreekinn.com$$$, 2 rooms |�|

COMFORT INN & SUITES LAMPLIGHTER1604 Monterey St. 866-756-7378, (805) 547-7777comfortinnslo.com$$-$$$, 77 rooms |�|�|�|

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT1605 Calle Joaquin (805) 786-4200marriott.com$$$, 139 rooms |�|�|�|��|

DAYS INN2050 Garfield St.800-544-7250, (805) 549-9911daysinnsanluisobispo.com$$, 75 rooms |�|�|

ECONOMY MOTEL652 Morro St.(805) 543-7024$, 12 rooms

EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL333 Madonna Rd.800-864-6000, (805) 549-0800embassysuitesslo.com$$$, 195 rooms |�|�|�|��|

GARDEN STREET INN B&B1212 Garden St.800-488-2045, (805) 545-9802gardenstreetinn.com$$$-$$$$, 13 rooms |�|



HOMESTEAD MOTEL920 Olive St.(805) 543-7700$, 18 rooms

LA CUESTA INN2074 Monterey St.800-543-2777, (805) 543-2777lacuestainn.com$-$$$, 72 rooms |�|�|

LOS PADRES INN1575 Monterey St.(805) 543-5017lospadresinn.com$$-$$$, 16 rooms

MADONNA INN100 Madonna Rd.800-543-9666, (805) 543-3000madonnainn.com$$$-$$$$, 110 rooms |�|�|�|��|

MOTEL 6 NORTH1433 Calle Joaquin800-4MO-TEL6, (805) 549-9595motel6.com$, 86 rooms |�|�|�|

MOTEL 6 SOUTH1625 Calle Joaquin800-4MO-TEL6, (805) 541-6992motel6.com$, 117 rooms |�|�|�|

OLD EDNA1655 Old Price Canyon Rd.(805) 544-8062oldedna.com$$$-$$$$, 3 rooms |� |��|

PEACH TREE INN2001 Monterey St.800-227-6396, (805) 543-3170peachtreeinn.com$-$$, 37 rooms

PETIT SOLEIL 1473 Monterey St.800-676-1588, (805) 549-0321petitsoleilslo.com$$-$$$, 15 rooms |�|�|

QUALITY SUITES1631 Monterey St. (805) 541-5001qualitysuitesslo.com$$$-$$$$, 138 rooms |�|�|�|

RAMADA OLIVE TREE INN1000 Olive St. (805) 544-2800ramadainn-olivetree.com$$-$$$, 61 rooms |�|�|�|�|

RODEWAY INN (FORMERLY COACHMAN INN)1001 Olive St. (805) 544-0400rodewayinn.com$-$$, 27 rooms

ROSE GARDEN INN1585 Calle Joaquin(805) 544-5300slorosegardeninn.com$$-$$$, 63 rooms |�|�|�|

SAN LUIS CREEK LODGE1941 Monterey St.800-593-0333, (805) 541-1122sanluiscreeklodge.com $$$, 25 rooms |�|

SAN LUIS INN & SUITES404 Santa Rosa St. 800-447-8080, (805) 544-0881sanluisinn.com$$-$$$, 35 rooms |�|�|�|�|

SANDS INN AND SUITES1930 Monterey St.800-441-4657, (805) 544-0500sandssuites.com$$-$$$, 70 rooms |�|�|�|�|

SANITARIUM B&B, THE 1716 Osos St.(805) 544-4124thesanitariumspa.com$$$-$$$$, 7 rooms |�|�|��|

SUNBEAM MOTEL1656 Monterey St., 877-338-8717, (805) 543-8141$-$$, 15 rooms

SUPER 8 MOTEL1951 Monterey St.800-800-8000, (805) 544-6888super8slo.com$, 49 rooms |�|�|

TRAVELODGE 1825 Monterey St.800-525-4055, (805) 543-5110the.travelodge.com$$-$$$, 39 rooms |�|�|

GRANADA HOTEL1126 Morro St.(805) 544-9100granadahotelandbistro.com$$$, 17 rooms

HAMPTON INN & SUITES, SAN LUIS OBISPO1530 Calle Joaquin(805) 594-1445hamptoninn.hilton.com/sanluiso-bispo$$-$$$, 84 rooms |�|�|

HERITAGE INN 978 Olive St.(805) 544-7440heritageinnslo.com$$-$$$, 7 rooms |�|�|

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS1800 Monterey St.888-465-4329, (805) 544-8600ichotelsgroup.com$-$$, 100 rooms |�|�|�|�|

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VAGABOND INN210 Madonna Rd.(805) 544-4710vagabondinnsanluisobispo.com$, 60 rooms |�|� |�|

VILLA MOTEL1670 Monterey St. 800-554-0059, (805) 543-8071villamotelslo.com$$-$$$, 14 rooms |�|

San Simeon

BEST WESTERN CAVALIEROCEANFRONT RESORT9415 Hearst Dr.800-826-8168, (805) 927-4688cavalierresort.com$$$, 90 rooms |�|�|�|�|��|

COURTESY INN OF SANSIMEON9450 Castillo Dr.800-555-8773, (805) 927-4691courtesyinns.com |�|�|

DAYS INN9280 Castillo Dr.800-225-3297, (805) 927-8659daysinn.com$-$$, 48 rooms |�|

MOTEL 69070 Castillo Dr.800-4MO-TEL6, (805) 927-8691motel6.com$, 100 rooms |�|�|

QUALITY INN9260 Castillo Dr.(805) 927-3998qualityinn.com$$, 56 rooms |�|�|

SAN SIMEON LODGE9520 Castillo Dr. (805) 927-4601sansimeonlodge.net$$-$$$, 60 rooms |�|

SANDS BY THE SEA 9355 E. Hearst Ct.800-444-0779, (805) 927-3243sandsmotel.com$-$$, 33 rooms |�|

SEA BREEZE INN9065 Hearst Dr.800-927-3316, (805) 927-3284seabreezeinnsansimeon.com$-$$, 26 rooms |�|

SILVER SURF MOTEL9390 Castillo Dr.800-621-3999, (805) 927-4661silversurfmotel.com$-$$, 72 rooms |�|�|�|

THE MORGAN9135 Hearst Dr. 800-451-9900, (805) 927-3878hotel-morgan.com$$-$$$, 55 rooms |�|�|

Templeton

CARRIAGE VINEYARDS B&B4337 S. El Pomar Rd.800-617-7911, (805) 227-6807carriagevineyards.com$$-$$$, 4 rooms |�|��|

HIDDEN HILLS B&B4490 S. El Pomar(805) 239-3115hiddenhillsbb.com$$-$$$, 3 rooms

Hostels

HOSTEL OBISPO1617 Santa Rosa St.San Luis Obispo (805) 544-4678hostelobispo.com$, 8 rooms |�|

Campgrounds, RVParks & Retreats

LAKE NACIMIENTO RESORT10625 Nacimiento Lake Dr.Paso Robles800-323-3839, ext. 2,(805) 237-4924nacimientoresort.com$-$$$

MORRO DUNES RV PARK1700 Embarcadero, Morro Bay(805) 772-2722morrodunes.com$, 170 sites |�|�|�|

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OCEANO MEMORIAL CAMPGROUNDOceano, 22 sites

SANTA MARGARITA LAKESanta Margarita, 60 sites

State Park CampgroundsFor all State Park CampgroundReservations call 800-444-7275(PARK) or visit www.parks.ca.gov

MONTAÑA DE ORO STATE PARKLos Osos, 45 sites / 4 environ-mental sites

MORRO BAY STATE PARKMorro Bay, 117 sites / group sitesavailable

MORRO STRAND STATE PARKMorro Bay, 76 sites

PISMO STATE BEACHPismo Beach, 82 sites

SAN SIMEON STATE PARKSan Simeon, 143 sitesWashburn Loop, 68 sites

Vacation Rentals

ADDIE VACATION TOWNHOMES152 Addie St., Pismo Beach800-549-2322, (805) 773-9702gotopismo.com

AVILA BEACH APARTMENTS & VACATION RENTALS306 2nd St., Avila Beach(805) 714-4217avilabeachapartments.com

BAYSHORE REALTY & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT560 Morro Bay Blvd. Morro Baybayshorerealty.net

BEACH BUM HOLIDAY RENTALS702 Dolliver St., Pismo Beach866-737-7367, (805) 773-7194beachbumreservations.com

BEACHSIDE RENTALS149 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos(805) 801-6706beachsiderentals.com

BREEN VACATION STATION768 Main St., Cambria800-927-1303, (805) 927-1303breenvacationstation.com

CAMBRIA PINES REALTY746 Main St., Cambria800-676-8616, (805) 927-8616cambriapinesrealty.com

CAMBRIA SEASIDE GETAWAYS702 Main St., Cambria(805) 927-0177cambriaseasidegetaways.com

CAMBRIA VACATION RENTALS784 Main St., Suite A, Cambria800-545-5079, (805) 927-8200cambriavacationrentals.com

CATHERINE STONE REAL ESTATE10 N. Ocean Ave., Cayucos(805) 995-2347cayucosproperties.com

CAYUCOS VACATION RENTALS177 N. Ocean Ave., Cayucos800-995-2322, (805) 995-2322cayucosvacationrentals.com

COASTAL ESCAPES, INC.778 Main St., Cambria800-578-2100, (805) 995-1885cambriavacationhouses.com

COASTAL VACATION RENTALS& PROPERTY MANAGEMENT330 Main St., Pismo Beach800-700-1254, (805) 773-1080coastalvacationrentals.net

GUITON REALTY (OCEAN WEST)1590 Strand Way, Oceano800-699-9466, (805) 489-5446guitonrealty.com

HIGHWAY ONE RENTALS148 N Ocean Ave., Cayucos(805) 995-3678highwayonerentals.com

LODGE AT THE OAK CREEKRANCH, THE760 Parkhill Rd., Santa Margarita(805) 964-6790oakcreeklodge.com

MAISONS DE CAMBRIA VACATION RENTALS1241 Knollwood Dr., Pmb 777.Cambria800-240-2277, (805) 927-0306maisonsdecambria.com

MAYA’S VACATION RENTALS791 Price St., #205, Pismo Beach(805) 773-1200mayasvacationrentals.com

MORRO BAY VACATION STAYSP.O. Box 1986, Morro Bay(805) 771-0261morro-bay-vacation-rentals.com

OAK HILL COTTAGENipomo(805) 929-2832, homeaway.com

PASO ROBLES VACATIONRENTALSPaso Robles, (805) 423-9174pasoroblesvacationrentals.com

PICKFORD HOUSE, THE 2555 MacLeod Way, Cambria(805) 927-8619thepickfordhouse.com

PISMO COAST MANAGEMENT580 Cypress St., #N1BPismo Beach800-377-6990, (805) 773-6990pismobeachvacation.com

SCENIC COAST PROPERTY MANAGEMENT683 Main St., Cambria800-927-6163, (805) 927-6163cambriacoastrentals.com

SEASIDE REAL ESTATE & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT817 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay877-473-2743, (805) 704-2522seasidehomesandrentals.com

SEE LYON BEACH RENTALS 48 S. Ocean Ave., Cayucos800-995-3691, (805) 995-3643seelyon.com

TREASURES VACATION RENTALS345 Utah Ave., Oceano(303) 663-9043treasuresvacationrentals.com

WEST COAST GETAWAY280 Travis, Los Osos(805) 704-1169westcoastgetaway.com

PISMO COAST VILLAGE RV RESORT165 S. Dolliver, Pismo Beach888-782-3224, (805) 773-1811pismocoastvillage.com$, 400 sites |�|�|

SANTA MARGARITA LAKECAMPGROUND - KOA4765 Santa Margarita Lake Rd.,Santa Margarita800-KOA-5619, (805) 438-5618koa.com$, 59 sites|�|�|

San Luis Obispo Co.CampgroundsFor all San Luis Obispo CountyCampground Reservations call805-781-5930 or visit www.slocountyparks.com

COASTAL DUNES RV PARK & CAMPGROUNDOceano, 232 sites

EL CHORRO REGIONAL PARKSan Luis Obispo, 83 sites

LOPEZ LAKE RECREATION AREAArroyo Grande, 354 sites

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