LUXURIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS: OLIVE COTTAGE AT ALTA CRESTA ORCHARD

This was our celebration of our anniversary. What a great place. Susan was a great host. We were met by her and when we entered the cottage we had wine,cheese bread and olive oil waiting for us and a great heavy continental breakfast each morning. The cottage was quiet, beautiful, everything you need in a home away from home! We have decided this will be where we will celebrate our anniversary from now on..... See you next year!

My husband and I wanted a few days in the wine country of Paso Robles while visiting our son and his family in Los Angeles. We picked the Olive Cottage from the description on VRBO. It surpassed our expectations. We had originally considered staying right in the heart of Paso Robles, but are very happy that we made the decision to stay in the beautiful countryside outside the town. The accommodations are first rate with many special touches. From the delicious olive oil, wine and bread upon arrival to the luxurious bathrobes and olive based bath items, it is apparent that Susan and Ron have strived to make this cottage a very special getaway. They are both delightful hosts who are there if you need them, but never intrusive. The highlight of our stay might have been watching the sunset from the patio overlooking the olive orchards -- it truly rivals the views in Tuscany. Thanks for a wonderful stay.

My wife and I celebrated her 40th birthday weekend at the cottage. She found Alta Cresta in Sunset magazine. The entire experience was wonderful! The cottage has all the amneties that you may like in a hotel (free wi-fi, satellite tv, toiletries, housekeeping) and the personal touch of a B&B (local coffee, local wine, olive oil, bread, cheese, and much more!). It thankfully leaves out all the things I cannot stand about hotels (generic, impersonal, and stale) and B&B's (staying in a room in the owner's home, pressure to socialize, and feeling like you always need to whisper). The cottage has everything it needs and doesn't rely on the residence. Susan met us when we arrived and thanked us on our way out. She was entirely available to chat and introduce us to their homemade olive oil; however, it was based on if we wanted to engage or not. We felt taken care of while keeping our privacy (we have 4 boys at home and really needed time for us). The kitchen had everything needed to cook, the living room was warm and inviting, the bathroom was pristine with an open shower and local made tolietries, and the bedroom was the perfect size and cozy. All of the furniture was up-to-date, great selection of the most recent travel magazines, a myriad of books ranging from best sellers to local history, and the food provided was fresh and local. The views from the back patio had the feel of being in Tuscany. Upon our request, Susan provided tasting and insight on the different Olive Oils. We purchased the Italian Blend (smooth with a little kick in the end) and Coratina (provided in the cottage upon arrival with bread). My wife said it was the best birthday gift ever! Her expectations were high after visiting the website. Those expecations were surpassed! We visted quite a few vineyards and recommend Still Waters (right below Alta Cresta), Sculptera, Hug, Villacana, and Alta Colina. We also love Edna Valley Vineyard and Baileyana in San Luis Obispo. I know Susan and Ron would never ask for a guest to write a review, but we feel that Alta Cresta Orchard needs to be known and experienced by anyone looking to vacation in the area. It's well worth it and we can't wait to return!