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4BR/3BA Spacious Lake House Close to Downtown
Pet Friendly with EV charger
A dreamy modern home under a canopy of century-old oak trees, steps from a natural lake and minutes from wine country. A paradise for hikers, cyclists, runners, wine lovers, and like us, dog lovers. Come with your family and friends, we have a retreat space for you that’s near to everything.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Located in a family-friendly neighborhood, nestled among majestic old oak trees in the rolling hills of West Atascadero, this modern two-story home is just minutes from Route 101 and walking distance to the Lake, Park and Zoo. Take a stroll to the Atascadero Lake Park and enjoy a concert every Saturday during the summer and festivities throughout the year. Bring the kids to the zoo to see the exotic animals. Or get in some exercise with a jog or walk around the lake or cycling in the neighborhood. Take a two-minute drive into town and grab a fresh croissant at Back Porch Bakery or Hush Harbor, local coffee at Bru, a glass of local zinfandel at Fossil wine bar or a craft beer at the rooftop bar at Cielo, Atascadero’s newest restaurant and bar. Shop in Atascadero’s adorable budding downtown. Check out the latest flick at the Colony Cinemas. Go wine tasting in Paso Robles or Templeton (just 15 minutes away), zip-lining in Santa Margarita, shopping in SLO or relax on one of the gorgeous beaches of Morro Bay, Avila Beach or Cayucos, just 20 minutes away. It’s a perfect central location to explore the area... and, of course, over 200+ wineries in the Paso Robles AVA.
This spacious (3,200+ sf), fully outfitted home boasts 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, a large living room, spectacular dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen, along with loads of amenities including a hot tub, BBQ, fire pit, pool table, and a large patio...perfect for dining al fresco with the entire gang. It’s an excellent getaway for 2 to 4 couples, one or two small families with kids or a group of friends for a wine-themed, Central Coast weekend. The yard is completely fenced in and we’re pet friendly!
The area provides great routes for cycling, running, hiking, and exploring by the day, and numerous fine dining options at night including several Michelin guide restaurants.
The house features a Tesla wall charger with a provided J1772 adapter for non-Tesla EVs, allowing owners of electric vehicles to travel with complete peace of mind.
SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS
The Master Suite features a king bed with a custom wooden accent wall and direct access to the backyard patio and stairs heading to the hot tub. The ensuite bath has dual vanities, a large soaking tub and walk-in shower. Hang out in the bedroom and watch the news or a good movie on the 50” Smart TV.
Bedroom 2 has a king bed and a dedicated desk with an available 27” monitor for those who mix work with their play.
Bedroom 3 offers a queen bed and direct access to the side patio. These two bedrooms share Bathroom 2 with a single vanity and a huge walk-in shower. All three bedrooms are on the ground floor and have ceiling fans.
Head upstairs to Bedroom 4…and welcome to the kids’ domain! (Big kids too!) Perfect for a full family, this room features a queen bed, a twin-XL bed and a twin daybed with a trundle bed. There is also a dedicated desk for remote work, along with a 40” smart TV that can double as a monitor. Bathroom 3 is upstairs and has a single vanity with a tub/shower combination.
The whole house sleeps eleven people very comfortably.
LIVING & ENTERTAINING (Interior)
Walk through the front door and you are greeted by a bright and spacious living room with a huge sectional with seating for 6+. Two comfortable side chairs flanking the sectional and padded ottomans add seating for four more make the space cozy and comfortable. Relax and enjoy some of your favorite TV shows on the 75” smart TV, loaded with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Chromecast, Disney+, HBO Max, and Hulu. Netflix is included on all TVs, and you can use other streaming accounts of your own to watch movies and other favorite entertainment.
The fully equipped kitchen has a large island with the 4-burner cooktop, oven, and seating for 4 on bar stools. The kitchen is fully updated with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a French door fridge with bottom freezer, dishwasher, microwave oven/air fryer, Instant Pot, and walk-in pantry. The dining area, adjacent to the kitchen, has a large, custom-made, live edge wooden dining table and seating for 10. Just outside the sliding glass doors is another patio with seating for 4 and the BBQ. There’s a full laundry room too!
Upstairs there are fun play spaces for the kids. A kid-sized playroom has toys and a circus tent along, and a menagerie of jungle animals on the walls. They can spend hours playing in their little playroom or sitting on the bean bag in the cubby on the top landing playing games on their iPads or reading books.
For the adults, there’s a billiards room on the finished side of the garage and a cornhole set available for outdoor play.
The house is equipped for remote work as well, including two separate workstations and high-speed internet (300 Mbps) on an Eero mesh network for coverage throughout the property.
LIVING & ENTERTAINING (Exterior)
Just off the living room is the massive outdoor patio with 2 dining tables and seating for 10. Next to the dining tables is a lounge area with seating for 4 around the propane fire pit. Out the sliding glass doors from the dining room side of the house there’s a table for 4. Off the back of the house through the master bedroom there is another lounge are with seating for four. Just outside the master bedroom door, under the overhang there’s a table for 2…the perfect spot to have your morning coffee.
Going up the illuminated “stairway to heaven” in the backyard leads you to a four-person hot tub. It’s the perfect magical spot to sit and soak among the oaks and the star-filled skies at night.
GUEST AMENITIES
We provide personal amenities including soap, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion, paper products, kitchen necessities such as dish soap and trash bags. There are plenty of linens and bath towels. Laundry facilities and detergent are both in the laundry area. The kitchen is also stocked with the essential staples: coffee, tea, olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper and spices. There is dinner service for 12 as well as plenty of serving necessities.
THE IMMEDIATE AREA
This home is just a peaceful half-block walk down tree-lined streets to Atascadero Lake Park with its playground and the Charles Paddock Zoo. Or take a 5-minute drive to downtown Atascadero with its hip new coffee shops, wine-tasting rooms, bars, a distillery, restaurants, great local shops, and a craft brewery or three. The Atascadero Lake Park offers free summer concerts from June through August every Saturday night. Pack a picnic basket, a bottle of wine or two, your beach chairs and enjoy local musicians belting out everything from jazz to rock and blues.
PROVISIONS
Vons is the nearest grocer, located 5 minutes away on El Camino Real. Just 5 miles up the 101 on Vineyard Drive in Templeton is a Trader Joe’s. While at the Trader Joe's you can pick up some fresh caught fish at Pier 46 Fish Market or grass-fed local meats at J&R Meats.
ACTIVITIES
Wine, beer and spirits tasting, hot air ballooning, horseback riding, golf, water park, jeep rides, ziplining, hiking, nature walks, Animal Zoo, Farmer's Markets, concerts at Vina Robles Amphitheatre, spas, beaches — Morro Bay, Avila Beach, Pismo Beach, Cayucos and Cambria. Then there’s Hearst Castle, and to the East is Creston, Parkfield and Santa Margarita...take your pick. And if you’re into wheeled adventures, the cycling, motorcycling and sporty driving opportunities are confirmed world-class. There are endless options to play until your heart's content.
FOR THOSE WHO BRING THEIR PETS, WE HAVE A FEW RULES:
1.) No pets on any furniture ever!
2.) No pets can be left unattended inside the house unless in a crate.
3.) You must clean up after they do their business outside.
4.) There is a $100 pet fee for 2 pets. (if more than 2 pets, there is a $50 fee for the additional pet - 3 max)
PLEASE NOTE! You will be required to sign a Digs Vacation Rentals rental agreement for booking this property. By booking you are agreeing to pay a Property Damage Protection non-refundable insurance fee of $33 (or $25)/night to cover any property damages up to $10,000 with $1,000,000 (or $100,000) in personal liability coverage. Further explanation of this insurance can be found in your Digs Vacation Rentals rental agreement.
There will also be a 4% credit card/processing fee charged for any cancellations regardless of when cancellation occurs.
