Acorn Hideaway is a charming cottage nestled in the beautiful oaks and pines of Lodge Hill. This is a turnkey licensed, successful vacation rental with a strong built in client base. This home has mountain and wooded views with privacy as it sits on 5 wooded lots. The cottage features 2 bedrooms and 2 baths with a laundry/mudroom, wood floors, wood ceilings and updated appliances. Acorn Hideaway will allow the new owner to enjoy the peacefulness of Cambria in a property that will bring a nice income at the same time. Are you looking for an artistic retreat that has quality and character but will also provide income, then look no further. There are decks and patios to enjoy with nature abounding.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
8,750 sq ftLot Size
$778Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by James Brett•DRE #01061366• Coldwell Banker Kellie & Assoc
Bought with Jennifer Lawson•DRE #01944737• Re/Max Pines by the Sea
Acorn Hideaway is a charming cottage nestled in the beautiful oaks and pines of Lodge Hill. This is a turnkey licensed, successful vacation rental with a strong built in client base. This home has mountain and wooded views with privacy as it sits on 5 wooded lots. The cottage features 2 bedrooms and 2 baths with a laundry/mudroom, wood floors, wood ceilings and updated appliances. Acorn Hideaway will allow the new owner to enjoy the peacefulness of Cambria in a property that will bring a nice income at the same time. Are you looking for an artistic retreat that has quality and character but will also provide income, then look no further. There are decks and patios to enjoy with nature abounding.
NSBCRMLS #123928
Nov 15, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Nov 6, 2006
Listed
$650,000
$544/sq ft
CRMLS #SC123928
Nov 15, 2006
Sold
$650,000
$544/sq ft
Nov 6, 2006
Listed
$650,000
$544/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 24, 2006
Sold
$449,000
$376/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #118959
Aug 24, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jul 7, 2006
Listed
$459,000
$384/sq ft
CRMLS #AT118959
Aug 24, 2006
Sold
$449,000
$376/sq ft
Jul 7, 2006
Listed
$459,000
$384/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 29, 1991
Sold
$188,500
$158/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,846 (−0.6%)
$445,784 + $300,384
$746,168
2024
$7,894 (+5.5%)
$437,044 + $294,495
$731,539
2023
$7,481 (+2.0%)
$402,074 + $283,060
$685,134
2022
$7,334 (+1.5%)
$402,074 + $283,060
$685,134
2021
$7,225 (+0.1%)
$394,191 + $277,510
$671,701
2020
$7,216 (+2.0%)
$386,462 + $272,069
$658,531
2019
$7,077 (+39.8%)
$382,500 + $269,280
$651,780
2018
$5,064 (+0.2%)
$375,000 + $264,000
$639,000
2017
$5,056 (+4.5%)
$280,000 + $170,000
$450,000
2016
$4,838 (+1.5%)
$280,000 + $170,000
$450,000
2015
$4,765 (+1.7%)
$260,000 + $170,000
$430,000
2014
$4,687 (+15.5%)
$260,000 + $163,000
$423,000
2013
$4,058
$225,000 + $138,000
$363,000
Tax history for 2581 Emerson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,846 (−0.6%)
$445,784 + $300,384
$746,168
2024
$7,894 (+5.5%)
$437,044 + $294,495
$731,539
2023
$7,481 (+2.0%)
$402,074 + $283,060
$685,134
2022
$7,334 (+1.5%)
$402,074 + $283,060
$685,134
2021
$7,225 (+0.1%)
$394,191 + $277,510
$671,701
2020
$7,216 (+2.0%)
$386,462 + $272,069
$658,531
2019
$7,077 (+39.8%)
$382,500 + $269,280
$651,780
2018
$5,064 (+0.2%)
$375,000 + $264,000
$639,000
2017
$5,056 (+4.5%)
$280,000 + $170,000
$450,000
2016
$4,838 (+1.5%)
$280,000 + $170,000
$450,000
2015
$4,765 (+1.7%)
$260,000 + $170,000
$430,000
2014
$4,687 (+15.5%)
$260,000 + $163,000
$423,000
2013
$4,058
$225,000 + $138,000
$363,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,194
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Luis Obispo County
APN
023-271-060
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Mar 8, 2023 • Final
Forced air unit replacement - legacy
Heat pump
HVAC
Sep 29, 2021 • Final
Electrical panel replacement - legacy
Electrical
Electric meter
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Deck, Driveway, Driveway - Unpaved, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Grill
Has Appliances
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (3/4): 2
Bathtub, Shower, Remodeled
Room Information
Main Floor Bedroom, Multi-Level Bedroom
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Primary Bedroom, Gas
Has Fireplace
Heating Information
Wall Heater
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Location: 1st floor
Furnished
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Security Features: Smoke Detector
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Barbecue Private
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Treed Lot, Up Slope from Street
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 023271057
Property Condition: Turnkey
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Preserve/Public Land
School Information
High School District: Coast Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 35.55323200
Longitude: -121.08568800
Other Subdivision Name: Lodge Hill(430)
Directions: Highway 1 to Burton, west on Ardath to Trenton, right on Emerson, home is on your left
Road Surface Type: Unpaved
Subdivision Name: Lodge Hill(430)
Zoning: RSF
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,194
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: San Luis Obispo County
APN: 023-271-060
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 10
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 10
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: James
List Agent Last Name: Brett
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker Kellie & Assoc
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Jennifer
Buyer Agent Last Name: Lawson
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Re/Max Pines by the Sea
Around this home
Schools
Cambria Grammar School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Santa Lucia Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
2 days above 77° expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cambria, CA • 93428
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.7 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.7 hrs
4.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$883,000 – $1.07M
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