
Holiday rentals with beach access in Santa Barbara
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Best Mesa Beach House, Santa Barbara! - Condé Nast
Named “Best Beach Cottage on the Mesa in Santa Barbara” by Condé Nast Traveler, this beachy retreat pairs comfort & style. Just a 5-minute walk to the beach & 10 minutes to downtown Santa Barbara, it offers the best of coastal living. Two king bedrooms plus a twin room make it ideal for families w/ luxe bedding & blackout shades. The backyard is an oasis with a firepit, grill, outdoor dining & lounge seating. Inside, enjoy 2 large smart TVs, high-end furnishings & a perfectly appointed kitchen.

California Dreamin’ near Beach
Guest wing with separate entry and private backyard. Free parking. Walk to 3 1/2 mile off-leash beach featuring the Boathouse Restaurant. Off-leash 70 acre nature preserve, one block away. Hypoallergic king size bed in separate room with ensuite bathroom. Futon sofa in living space sleeps one. Partial kitchen; no oven. Coffee machine. Outdoor grill, table and 4 chairs. Beach bag with towels and umbrella. Dogs welcome for no extra fee; no cats. Weekly cleaning/linens on Wednesday.

Beautiful Studio -Beach & Garden
Relax and enjoy beautiful Santa Barbara in this cozy and stylish studio. Surrounded by fruit trees and with comfortable outdoor seating you can unwind in nature or you can enjoy the beautifully designed studio with a plush queen bed and smart tv. The property is perfectly located for an easy walk to the beach, beautiful Shoreline Park, or the famous Santa Barbara harbor in just minutes. This studio is the ideal home base for any type of Santa Barbara visit, from adventure to pure relaxation.

Orchard Cottage in Montecito w/ HotTub
Luxurious Cottage with cozy king-sized bed and French doors that open to a private deck partially shaded by an avocado and persimmon tree canopy. Enjoy a morning soak in the hot tub, or champagne under the stars. Charming and stylish, this studio offers a large walk-in shower and comfortable hotel suite-feel. The kitchen is stocked for light cooking or heating meals from one of the excellent local restaurants. 5-min drive to world-class beaches, resorts, and Montecito's Upper/Lower Villages.

Garden Loft Apartment Near Beach (RENO COMPLETE!)
Our NEWLY REMODELED (2021) spacious loft apartment is nestled above the garden, One block from the beach and close to UCSB. Created is a restful, quiet space for you to unwind inside and out. We love all people, but due to the design of the open loft our space is unsafe for kiddos….but not grown ups! Thank you for understanding. Lounge in the GARDEN, run the MORE MESA trail in the morning and walk the BEACH at sunset. Butterflies, honey bees, birds and kitty Beau are waiting to greet you!

Ellwood Beach family home
Next to a natural butterfly preserve. A short walk through the eucalyptus trees brings you to the bluffs overlooking Ellwood Beach and the Pacific Ocean! Feels like a private beach as used almost exclusively by this neighborhood. Doors open to a yard full of plants, birds and the sound of the waterfall in the pond with a newly built Bocci court and outdoor fire-pit terrace. Near by: Beach, mountains, UCSB, 15 min from downtown SB and 1 mile from shopping, groceries, brewery and restaurants.

ART + Airbnb in the heart of the FunkZone
Something special is happening here. It's all about creativity, inspiration and fun, with some of the city's most amazing food, wineries, boutiques, and galleries just outside your door. The loft itself, is a living gallery, filled with thoughtfully curated art and design to experience first hand; connecting guests with talented and unique makers of every kind. Only a few blocks away beach aficionados can feel their toes in the sand. This is a magic spot to base any SB adventure.

West Beach Waterfront Blue Heron Retreat
Come visit us in West Beach one of the oldest continuously inhabited beach villages in California… Take in all the gorgeous views of Santa Barbara while having easy foot access to best in town local restaurants, wineries, breweries, farmers markets and Funk Zone shopping. You are in the center of it all. Did we mention the beaches? Turn left at bike path and head to Stearns Wharf, East Beach or Butterfly Beach. Turn right and you've got the Marina, Leadbetter Beach and Shoreline Park.

The Beach Loft- Private, Remodeled, Walkable!
This newly remodeled guest house is located in the coveted Montecito Oaks neighborhood. This ideal location is walking distance to many popular spots in Montecito; Coast Village Road the Rosewood Miramar Hotel, Butterfly Beach. This home has an upstairs loft with one king bed and downstairs includes a queen size pull out couch. The house has a gated private entrance, keypad locked front door, and your own fenced in yard and patio. Outdoor Amenities- Fire Pit, Ping Pong, Corn Hole

Montecito 2br Retreat
We're excited to welcome you to our rental that is a beautiful 2 bedroom - 2 bath located just a couple minutes walk from Butterfly Beach and Coast Village Road. Enjoy the avocado, lime, meyer lemon, orange and fig trees in the fenced yard. We encourage you enjoy any ripe fruit during your stay. Traveling with kiddos? We've got you covered with a pack & play, high chair, beach toys, kiddo plates/utensils, books & art supplies. We look forward to hosting your next stay in Montecito.

Summerland Nest, Ocean + Canyon Views
Amazing romantic getaway! Walk to the Beach and Hiking Trails from The Summerland Nest. Our beautifully remodeled studio is a 5-10 minute walk to restaurants, coffee, shops and the beach! A short drive North to Montecito's Coast Village road shops and eateries. Or South to the quaint town of Carpinteria. Or, just stay in and enjoy the views and sunsets from your own private deck! The Nest has a Queen Size bed and we are pet friendly but we only allow dogs.

Charming Montecito Garden Suite
This sunlit garden suite is located in the heart of the Butterfly Beach neighborhood of Montecito and is the perfect setting for a couple’s romantic getaway or a solo traveler seeking a serene environment. The suite offers a private entrance in the back of our home which is located on a quiet cul-de-sac. It is a mere 6-minute walk to either Butterfly Beach or Coast Village Road, which is known for its distinctive boutiques and restaurants.
Popular amenities for rentals with beach access in Santa Barbara
Apartment rentals with beach access

The XL Family Suite | Steps to Beach & Downtown

Mesa Cottage~Nearby Beach Access

The Library Suite | Steps to Beach & Downtown

Beach Getaway | Walk to Downtown & 5 Min to Beach

The Well Ocean View Bungalow #5

Peaceful Gated 2bd Near FSAC/CLU/Proactive Sports

Rolling Beach Dunes Cozy Studio

Baby Dux - Hip Hideaway on the Urban Wine Trail
House rentals with beach access

Mesa Casita | walk to the beach

Beach retreat for families and dogs, EV charger!

Yellow Door Bungalow

Sunny Garden Home near the beach

Beach House Near Shoreline Park- 3 blocks to ocean

Coastal Home | UCSB & Airport + Hot Tub, King Beds

Goodland Getaway: Home w/ heated pool & hot tub

Ocean View Home In Summerland!
Apartment rentals with beach access

SantaBarbara'sBest@East Beach

Darling Carpinteria Beach Getaway

Port Hueneme 2 Bd, 2BA w/ Ocean View Beach Living

$249 March Special Sun-Wednesday with Private Deck

Really cool 2 bedroom, close to the beach!

Relaxing condo w sunny patio 150 steps from sand.

Cottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool

West Beach Studio #3 • Steps to Beach + Funk Zone
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $356 SGD | $358 SGD | $372 SGD | $377 SGD | $415 SGD | $428 SGD | $432 SGD | $432 SGD | $408 SGD | $408 SGD | $420 SGD | $405 SGD |
| Avg. temp | 13°C | 13°C | 14°C | 14°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C | 19°C | 18°C | 18°C | 15°C | 13°C |
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Santa Barbara stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!

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