
Vacation rentals with beach access in Montecito
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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.

Designer's Seaside Getaway, walk to Beach & Cafe
Enjoy the best of Montecito from our lovely centrally located cottage. An easy walk to either Butterfly Beach or the restaurants/cafes along Coast Village Road. Santa Barbara' s famed State Street is just a short 10 minute drive. Our home is designed for indoor/outdoor living. Chill in fenced front or back yard. Read a book, BBQ, or make your own s'mores in the fire pit. Perfect for a romantic weekend or a family gathering. WIFI & desk are provided in case you can't leave your work behind.

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.

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.

Petite Retreat; Artist Studio
Our detached Spanish-style artist’s studio is within a 3 to 15 minute walk of all the best restaurants and shops in the lower Village of Montecito. It is an easy four block walk from the patio to beautiful Butterfly Beach. It is cozy, private and has a fabulous, hot, outside shower ! (Note; this shower is the only shower for the studio). Gaze at the stars while rinsing off the sand ! The studio space is small, and cozy, warm radiant concrete floors can be turned on in the chillier months.

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.

Designer Perfect Beach Cottage - Walk to Beaches
Recognized by House Beautiful magazine, this light and bright beach cottage was renovated and furnished by Brown Design Group. Minutes walk to Butterfly, Hammond's, and Miramar beaches as well as to all the shops and restaurants on Coast Village Road. This 2 bedroom/2 bath cottage is the perfect escape with charming details. Complete renovation features designer kitchen, baths, hardwood flooring, wood ceilings, lighting, furnishings and accessories.

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.

The Coconut
BEST LOCATION and private! In the heart of the lower village of Montecito you have a stylish separate cottage with private gated parking with a separate entrance. Walk everywhere! Play bocce or walk and shop at the Montecito Country Mart for dinner and ice cream. There is a private patio to enjoy a glass of wine in the evening. Butterfly Beach is a 10-minute walk away. New bed, spacious bathroom, AC and heat, large TV and updates.

Magnificent Montecito with Jacuzzi
Magnificent home- Walk to downtown and Butterfly beach! Jacuzzi hot tub! Enjoy the beach and hot tubs in a great location! This house is walking distance to renowned Butterfly beach and Coast Village road, the famous Montecito downtown. This single family home is situated between the most exclusive hotels in the Santa Barbara area, the Rosewood Miramar and Four Seasons.

Montecito Miramar Beach Cottage
Stay at Montecito’s favorite beach. Quiet and comfortable one bedroom cottage with everything you need - king bed, full kitchen and bath (glass shower-no tub), spacious living room and private garden patio. The cottage is conveniently located just one block away from the beach or the Rosewood Miramar hotel and just minutes to Coast Village Road for dining and shopping.
Popular amenities for Montecito beach-access accommodations
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

2BR Beach Loft 1/2 Block to Beach and Pier

The Well Ocean View Bungalow #5

Architect's 2 Bed Beach House 1 block to beach!

Soul & Sea #7 - East Beach Retreat
House rentals with beach access

Mesa Casita | walk to the beach

Summerland Ocean View Cottage

5 STAR Home & Host ~ Beaches Downtwn Marina & Park

Yellow Door Bungalow

Santa Barbara Beach Home | Spa, Enclosed Big Yard

Casa Alamar: Walkable Location + Max Relaxation!

Sunny Garden Home near the beach

Beach House Near Shoreline Park- 3 blocks to ocean
Condo rentals with beach access

SantaBarbara'sBest@East Beach

Newly Remodeled Luxury Beach Condo

Darling Carpinteria Beach Getaway

West Beach Apartment #10•Steps to Beach• Funk Zone

Rosemar by the Sea Two Bedroom Home- Santa Barbara

$249 March Special Sun-Wednesday with Private Deck

West Beach Casita

Relaxing ground floor condo with sunny patio!
When is the best time to visit Montecito?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $484 CAD | $485 CAD | $482 CAD | $478 CAD | $533 CAD | $574 CAD | $592 CAD | $608 CAD | $533 CAD | $545 CAD | $526 CAD | $558 CAD |
| 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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Montecito vacation rentals start at $82 CAD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
120 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Vacation rentals with a pool
30 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
140 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
190 of Montecito vacation rentals include wifi access

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4.9 Average rating
Montecito stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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