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Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, video library
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 574 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families

NOTICE: Effective 7/1/2024 - California Senate Bill 478 (SB478) eliminates hidden fees. The nightly rate quoted on VRBO for this property includes 100% of the rental rate, host fee (cleaning fee) AND14% local taxes AND all VRBO service fees. SB478 applies to all hotel & vacation rentals throughout the state of California.

We have an Irreplaceable Location with Direct Ocean Views from the back unit. Only 1 Block Off Ocean. The only area separating The BACK COTTAGE accross the street and the Ocean is the Beautiful Santa Barbara Park!
Come discover the charm, beauty and diversity of Santa Barbara from the convenience and peace of The Cottages at East Beach.
The Back unit is fully furnished with two bedrooms, one full bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, 60” HD TV's w/ Blue Ray DVD, Wireless Internet access, as well as off-street parking. The property is recently renovated and the interiors are professionally decorated to provide our guests with the ultimate in style and comfort. The cottage offers views to Cabrillo Park and the ocean. We have two stroller-joggers, beach chairs and towels, pack-n-plays and some beach toys. This cottage is a true getaway that has it all. Come, relax and enjoy the spirit of Santa Barbara!

Other Activities
This unique location allows you to literally walk across the street to famed East Beach and be within walking distance to the waterfront and harbor, downtown as well as Montecito, For those who want to venture farther out there is the wine country and many other worthwhile attractions. This is a delightful property to hold family reunions and is extremely kid friendly. The nearby zoo and enticing playgrounds make great play time while Santa Barbara hosts a variety of fabulous eateries for every taste and budget. Contact us today and treat yourself to the delightful winter when the crowds disappear and the weather is heavenly.

Keywords: ocean view 2 bedroom pet friendly

Property manager

David

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Exterior

Just steps from the beach

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
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Just steps from the beach

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Steps Sand Beach Views Private Fenced Yard Great Families House
Steps Sand Beach Views Private Fenced Yard Great Families
Steps Sand Beach Views Private Fenced Yard Great Families House
Steps Sand Beach Views Private Fenced Yard Great Families House
Steps Sand Beach Views Private Fenced Yard Great Families

About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Habit Burger & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fishouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Great Pacific Ice Cream Co. - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families located?

This family-friendly Santa Barbara cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo. Cabrillo Pavillion and Chase Palm Park are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 30 minutes by foot.

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Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 300 out of 327 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 327 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 327 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 327 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 327 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

T. Ann N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage, great location
This is a wonderful cottage for our stay during the Christmas holiday. There's a private, enclosed back patio with seatings and a BBQ. The place was very comfortable and had everything we needed for our 4 night stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet Friendly
Our favorite place to stay near the beach and pet friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Connie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa Barbara perfection
Beautiful 2 bedroom with perfect kitchen. Very comfy bed and ample room for two adults and two Golden Retrievers that LOVED the fenced back yard. Close to everything we needed, thanks to Google navigation.Hope to return for a longer stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krishna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa Barbara beech house
The water view from the back cottage was great to wake up to. The location is great: near the zoo, away from busy State Street but close enough to walk to stuff. The kitchen was small but fully functional with a grocery store like a block away. The host provide lots of kids stuff, stroller, high chair, and even beach toys!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful, happy time
All went well.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage by the beach.
We stayed here with our 2 teens for a birthday weekend & it was perfect. Location was within walking distance of beach, Stearns wharf, mini-market, & restaurants. Very happy with cottage. It was cozy, had a great kitchen with coffee maker, large tv, plenty of room for 5 people including our 2 chihuahuas. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We enjoyed our stay. Close to beach and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage
Great location! Walk to beach and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Right next to the park and beach. Lots of fun in walking distance. Loved the mountains overlooking the ocean
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
We had a wonderful visit. Location is perfect and communication with the host is great. We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to enjoy the Santa Barbara area
We had a great time, enjoying all that the house had to offer. The location is great as it is near a small market, the Zoo, and the beach. Great walkability score. The backyard is very nice and being just off the living room it was great for our dogs to go in and out. The grill was a very nice Weber and made for good cooking. The kitchen is small but was good for what we needed it for. The beds were very comfortable! We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
We enjoyed seeing the sights and finding good eats. A little cool for the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage
Our 5th year staying at this cottage, great walk ability to beach and restaurants!! Owners are very easy to deal with, can’t wait for next trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay near the beach!
Everything was just like the listing. Very comfortable for me and my two teenage boys. We spent a lot of time at the beach and just hanging around the immediate area. The grocery store around the corner was very convenient. It was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean, super comfortable!
The property is exactly as advertised: clean, comfortable, close to East Beach and amenities. Private back yard/patio with excellent sun exposure. Our host David was very responsible; helped us with an issue of our own making (thanks David!) This is a wonderful neighborhood of private, quiet family homes. Added bonus off-street parking too!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
We had a fantastic time for a long Easter weekend! Perfect locations and perfect spot for our family of 4 adults and 2 dogs! Will be looking to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The house was very pretty and well decorated and stocked. Great location. Owner was very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Shelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot
This is a great location in SB. On a quiet street, but walking distance to so many attractions. House was well-appointed and very comfortable. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Santa Barbara Beach Location
Comfortable beds! Walkable location to the wharf, downtown, and favorite Santa Barbara restaurants! I have recommended this property to friends!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage near the beach
Perfect place to stay over a wedding weekend in SB!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
It was great to walk to beach and downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday Season Fun
Had a blast at this property and was a beautiful place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay - thank you!
awesome location - walk to the beach, the market, restaurants and more. backyard with a view to the ocean was perfect. loved having the parking spot right outside the door of the cottage. beds were comfy and the place was nice & quiet for a good night sleep after adventures during the day
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and place
Place was a great space for two couples, and was well decorated for our beach stay. Close to beach and shopping. Just what we were looking for!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023