Beautiful & very private 2-story cottage/house is a short walk to the center of Los Olivos, on our 5 acre ranch. Cottage has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 fireplaces. Pour a glass of wine, relax on the porch swing or in front of a fire for pure relaxation. The space COTTAGE: Our beautiful cottage is located just minutes from town on our private 5 acre ranch. Drive through the gate, past the corrals, up the tree lined drive and enter our charming, newly-renovated cottage. Hardwood floors line a living space with a gas fireplace that opens onto a dining area with its own bay window. There's a complete kitchen with granite counter tops, marble floors, and a laundry room with washer and dryer. Tucked under the stairs is a brand new, fully equipped bathroom with a big, tiled shower and large fluffy towels. Off the dining area, there's a small bedroom with a queen size bed and lovely views of the garden. Wander up the staircase which opens directly into the master-suite. Light the fireplace and sink into the queen size bed with luxury linens and down bedding for a fabulous night's sleep. Just steps away is the bathroom complete with a small Jacuzzi tub framed by Carrara marble. In the morning you can enjoy coffee on the front porch, in the afternoon, relax with a glass of wine, take a nap on the big porch swing, or hang out on the expansive private lawn. Adjoining the porch is a deck with a wrought-iron table and BBQ in the event you want to grill. Off in the yard there is a picnic table under bistro lights if you prefer to dine al fresco. For entertainment, the cottage has a flat screen TV, Roku box, Hulu, Netflix, DVD player and free WiFi (no live tv). Cyclists are welcome! Los Olivos is a haven for cyclists. You can stash your bikes in our bike garage and if you need tools or air, we can help. We have many bikes available for your use. It's a 5 minute ride into town! The cottage is a little over 1/2 mile from the town of Los Olivos. It is situated up on a hill surrounded by lawns, huge mature trees, and an occasional inquisitive horse in the nearby pastures. You won't see any neighbors or streetlights here. Close enough to pop into town but totally secluded for your privacy. ***Not suitable for children due to many safety hazards on the property. **Only guests with complete profiles, including first and last name VERIFIED ID can book *Review our Rental Agreement (below), a booking made though Airbnb is an acceptance of our Agreement's terms. LOS OLIVOS GETAWAY Cottage Rental Agreement 1. PAYMENT/CONFIRMATION: A reservation is considered confirmed upon acknowledgment of this rental agreement and receipt of payment by listing service. 2. PETS ARE FORBIDDEN: and will result in eviction and forfeiture of all monies. 3. NO SMOKING: Any guest violating the no smoking rule may cause all guests to be evicted with forfeiture of all monies paid. Smoking includes cigarettes, cigars, pipes, etc. If our housekeeper detects the presence of smoke or cigarette butts, the full security deposit may be forfeited. 4. OCCUPANCY: The maximum number of overnight occupants allowed in the cottage is 4 persons. this includes children and babies, of any age. If you’d like to have day guests please check with us in advance but the absolute maximum is 2 persons, of any age. Overcrowding or misrepresentation of guests is grounds for immediate eviction without refund and/or forfeiture of security deposit. We do not rent to groups or persons less than 30 years of age. 5. DAMAGES: Guest making the reservation shall be liable for any and all damages to the house and its contents. The property is well maintained and clean, however, just like your own home, unexpected breakdowns can occur. All efforts will be made to correct any problems you might experience in a timely manner. 6. INDEMNITY: The Guest will indemnify and save harmless the Owner and the agents of Owner from any and all damage, loss, expense, claim, action or liability of any kind whatsoever, or howsoever caused including, without limitation, a claim of any kind by any member of the Guest party (including those of minor children), which arises from or relates in any way to the use or occupation of the property by the Guest, members of the Guest party or by invitees of the Guest. The Guest is responsible for any damage of any kind to the property caused or contributed to by the Guest, members of the Guest party or by invitees of the Guest. The fact that children are permitted on the Property does not imply that the Property is without risk to children. 7. We have a variety of bikes you may borrow. Please ride at your own risk. 8. ITEMS LEFT BEHIND: The Owners shall not be responsible for articles left in the house. We will do our best to locate & return any forgotten items. 9. SECURITY DEPOSIT: Reservations require a minimum $500 refundable security deposit. The Deposit is not refunded at checkout, but refunded by VRBO/AirBnB after departure, provided there is no damage, the unit is left in a basic-clean condition, and key have been returned. If a problem is determined to exist (repairs, extra-ordinary cleaning, etc.), then we will send you a letter or email explaining the nature of the problem(s), and the costs to resolve the problem. This will be deducted from the security deposit. If anything in the house is damaged during your stay, please let us know. 10. DEPARTURE: Please plan to leave the house no later than 11:00AM on your departure date. Guests are responsible for maintaining and leaving the house in a clean and undamaged order. Please note that if cleaning services beyond routine are necessary, a fee will be made against your security deposit. Please check closets, dresser drawers, etc. for personal belongings Departure Procedures: (a) Wash dishes; (b) Place trash, newspapers etc in provided receptacles (c) Return all household items, equipment, and furniture to original locations and configurations; (d) Please leave key on kitchen counter and PLEASE do not leave a fire burning in the fireplace. We thank you for your assistance and cooperation, particularly on the behalf of our guests who will follow you! Guest access Variety of bikes to choose from, BBQ, private parking Other things to note 3 -4 night minimum on holidays. Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice. We do not rent to groups of persons less than 30 years of age. ***Not suitable for children due to many safety hazards on the property. **Only guests with complete profiles, including first and last name VERIFIED ID can book *Review our Rental Agreement (below), a booking made though Airbnb is an acceptance of our Agreement's terms.