1214 Carmel Street

Property Description

This elegant luxury townhouse is in downtown San Luis Obispo, dubbed “America’s Happiest Place” by Oprah Winfrey in 2011. City conveniences—including restaurants, cafes, pubs, the San Luis Mission, plaza, museums, theaters, and shops—are all within walking distance. Central Coast wineries, beaches, and Hwy 101 access are nearby, as are shopping malls, farmers markets, and hiking trails.

Inside this contemporary Spanish-inspired home, natural light and high-end finishes abound. The open-concept floorplan features three bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms across 2,285 sq. ft., with 9-foot ceilings and a gourmet kitchen with premium appliances. All four levels are accessible by stairs or a private elevator.

Rebuilt in 2025 with new windows, walls, insulation, and upgrades by a respected local builder, the home includes custom touches by one owner, a luxury interior designer, making it move-in ready. High-end features include fumed white oak wide-plank floors, matching stair treads, Italian tile, tankless water heater, three-zone HVAC, Weather Shield windows, premium appliances, Sonos sound, automated security gate, mesh Wi-Fi, and Google Nest systems. The ground floor offers a stylish entry with designer wall coverings, Spanish lighting, Italian tile, custom closet, privacy-glass door, and upgraded lighting.

The two-car garage has resin flooring, built-in storage, and key fob/pad entry. The first floor kitchen boasts Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, quartzite counters, Italian tile backsplash, a center island, reverse osmosis water filtration, automated window shades, and a custom pantry with coffee bar and Wolf microwave drawer. The open living/dining area features natural light, chandelier, custom fireplace tile with barn beam mantel, built-in cabinetry, Juliet balcony, elevator access, and a powder room.

The second floor has two guest ensuite bedrooms with custom closets, upgraded lighting, and Italian porcelain tile bathrooms with quartzite countertops. A dedicated laundry area offers extra cabinetry. The third floor hosts the luxurious primary suite with terrace access, designer wall coverings, automated window coverings, Samsung TV with Sonos sound, and sophisticated lighting.

The customized walk-in closet includes built-in storage, pop-up charging dresser, beverage fridge, coffee station, and wine storage. Now is the time to schedule a private tour of this exceptional property.