
Vacation 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.

Dreamy Beach Cottage Spa and Sauna~ Walk to Beach
Newly remodeled Beach Cottage with hot tub just 2 blocks from the sand! This adorable 1 bed/1bath private home boasts incredible outdoor spaces with Spa & Sauna. Located just .2 miles (5 minutes walking distance) from Leadbetter Beach & Shoreline Park. Enjoy the expansive private deck w/ outdoor dining, smart TV's, abundant amenities, & the newly remodeled kitchen. Located just minutes to trails, wine tasting & downtown Santa Barbara. Pet friendly ($125 pet fee). The perfect coastal get-away!

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.

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.

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

New Surf Loft at Padaro Beach. On the water in SB
Welcome the the newly completed Sea Lofts at Padaro Beach. This is Santa Barbara's most exclusive beach. You won't find closer accommodations to the water for miles. Not only are you a few feet from the sea, you are a hundred yards from surf shops, restaurants and boutiques. The Sea Lofts are the premier beach destination for Santa Barbara. You can walk for miles at low tide, or just sit on the deck or beach and watch the sunset. The lofts are well appointed with kitchenettes.

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 Captain's Cottage on Shoreline Drive
The Captain's Cottage exemplifies the California beach lifestyle at its finest. Tastefully remodeled and situated on its own private grounds, the cottage sits across the street from one of Santa Barbara's best beaches. With a tropical garden setting, modern amenities, and convenient proximity to the beach and Santa Barbara's State Street, a getaway at The Captain's Cottage is the quintessential Santa Barbara beachside experience.

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.

Ocean Views Beach Hot Tub Summerland/Montecito
Summerland is a beach town right next to Montecito. Spectacular ocean views from all rooms. 2 bedrooms, plus 1 office, 2.5 bathrooms, lush gardens, 2 decks, HOT TUB overlooking the ocean. New floors, marble kitchen and 2 marble renovated bathrooms. 2 minute drive to beach. Short walk to Summerland beach, restaurants, shopping, wine tasting, and mountain trails.

Steps to Beach & Town | Family-Friendly 2BR
Escape to the enchanting beach town of Summerland, where small-town charm meets coastal elegance. This hidden gem is the ideal spot for a relaxing getaway, offering everything you need to feel at home. Our beautifully remodeled two-bedroom, two-bath home has been thoughtfully designed with a chic, coastal vibe that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara 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

Centrally located, 2bd Near, CLU, Proactive Sports

Rolling Beach Dunes Cozy Studio
House rentals with beach access

Oceanfront At Faria Beach- The Salt Bungalow

Yellow Door Bungalow

Santa Barbara Beach Home | Spa, Enclosed Big Yard

Sunny Garden Home near the beach

Beach House Near Shoreline Park- 3 blocks to ocean

Ocean View Home In Summerland!

Location, Location, Location

Stunning Ocean View Vacation Home - Santa Barbara
Condo rentals with beach access

SantaBarbara'sBest@East Beach

Darling Carpinteria Beach Getaway

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

Rosemar by the Sea Two Bedroom Home- Santa Barbara

$279 April/May Special Sun-Wed with Private yard

Really cool 2 bedroom, close to the beach!

Patio condo steps to the beach.

Cottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara?
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| Avg. price | $381 CAD | $383 CAD | $398 CAD | $403 CAD | $444 CAD | $458 CAD | $462 CAD | $462 CAD | $436 CAD | $436 CAD | $450 CAD | $433 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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Family-friendly vacation rentals
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Vacation rentals with a pool
70 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
330 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
470 of Santa Barbara vacation rentals include wifi access

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

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