Location: Carpinteria, Santa Barbara Area, Central Coast, California, USA (Carpinteria is 15 minutes south of Santa Barbara) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 1-5)
This charming and stylish, beautifully refurbished cottage is 1.5 blocks from Carpinteria State Beach, 1 block from Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park and a few blocks to the heart of town. Included bikes, beach chairs, beach wagon, and cooler all make a fun-filled day at the beach effortless. When you return, rinse off the salt and sand in the outdoor shower.
Our cottage features bamboo hardwood floors, tasteful furnishings, central heat, ceiling fans in the bedrooms, and all the comforts of home. There is a bedroom with a queen bed and another with a bunk bed with a twin on top and full bed on the bottom. A lovely patio in the yard with an outdoor dining table is the perfect spot for a sunset dinner. The cottage is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. There is a fully upgraded kitchen with stone countertops and all new appliances, including a dishwasher, microwave and ice maker. You will also find a washer and dryer for your convenience. We offer a library of beach and summer themed DVD's and wireless internet at no additional charge. Games and books are in the cupboard for mellow days around the house.
The surrounding neighborhood is very peaceful and the neighbors are friendly. There are several antique shops and wonderful restaurants within walking distance, as well as nature trails and wonderful bird watching one short block away. Or, hop on the bikes and head to town! Thursday afternoons offer a fresh Farmers Market. The town of Santa Barbara is a short drive away and hosts a zoo, museums, shopping, golf, art events, botanical gardens, the Queen of the Missions, wine tasting and more! Stop in Summerland for great antiquing, then glamorous, celebrity-filled Montectio along the way.
Our cottage offers a charming place to stay while on your vacation. Make it your home-away-from-home!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Ocean View
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- tidepooling, bird watching, whale watching, sunset cruises
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High-Season .. May 30, 2009-Sep 11, 2009 ... $1350/week .. Sat. - Sat.
Off-Season ... Sep 12, 2009-May 29, 2010 .. $175/night .. $1000/week .. $2400/mo
2 night minimum
There is an additional $125 cleaning fee and a 10% City bed tax.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Carpinteria
Carpinteria is a charming town. The beach is amazing and there are many other local activities and good restaurants. We live in nearby Santa Barbara.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Beach walks, dinner on the patio, entertaining friends and family, bird watching at Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park which is 1 short block away, days at the beach with the kids, watching them swim out to the platforms with all of the other kids.
Owner's Map of Carpinteria
My husband and I bought 2 neglected, unloved cottages on one lot one 1/2 blocks from the beach. We expertly and extensively refurbished them throughout, upgrading EVERYTHING and making them very livable and lovely. They are now complete and we are ready to share them with people that will appreciate the fine quality of our charming cottages.
Property Photos
- Holly House Exterior - Carpinteria Vacation Cottage; 1.5 Blocks to Beach; Close to Downtown; Wi-Fi
- Holly House Living Room - Carpinteria Vacation Cottage; 1.5 Blocks to Beach; Close to Downtown; Wi-Fi
- Holly House Kitchen - Carpinteria Vacation Cottage; 1.5 Blocks to Beach; Close to Downtown; Wi-Fi
- Holly House Bedroom 1
- Holly House Bedroom 2
- Holly House bath
- Distance from Holly House to the beach
- The beach at the end of Holly Avenue - 1.5 blocks from Holly House
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(QUOTE FROM EMAIL TO OWNER) Thank you for helping us to arrange this vacation. The house was beautiful. There were so many little touches that made our stay special. I have recommended your services to three of my friends so far. Do you have any availability in your house again this summer? Thanks again, Amber
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