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Best Santa Barbara Stay ~The Carpinteria Beach House~ 5 Stars: Perfect Location

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WELCOME to 4908 3rd Street, Carpinteria!
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Guests enjoy the 6 person dining area between the living room and the kitchen.
Large, fully stocked kitchen. Toddler eating chair available.
Living room, showing the front Dutch door, with the dining area to the left.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 61050 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Den

2 Twin Beds and 1 Crib

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Best Santa Barbara Stay ~The Carpinteria Beach House~ 5 Stars: Perfect Location

Featured on the Emmy-winning show Staycation ~ The Carpinteria Beach House is ideally located and will give you a wonderful guest experience! My home is located in the closest beach area of Carpinteria, on the corner of 3rd and Elm, 1 block up from the beach, and an equal distance to the main street of town (Linden). Enjoy time at the 'World's Safest Beach' and the town's great restaurants, breweries, wine bars and shopping, all without getting in your car. Our beach home offers a stay for a truly memorable time in Carpinteria! It only takes one visit to The Carpinteria Beach House before you'll anxiously await your next! Come find out why so many people love this amazing beach town, and this house!

Whether you are planning an adult weekend, a family vacation, or traveling for business, our beach home is the perfect place to call home during your time in Carpinteria. The dutch style front door opens from an inviting front porch and fenced front yard with Adirondack chairs and a picnic table. The home also provides a large private enclosed backyard ~ perfect for adults, as well as, keeping young ones entertained off the beach. There is an outside shower for after playtime in the ocean and sand ;) A barbecue, picnic table, lounge chairs, patio furniture, a fire table and bistro lights provides an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful outdoors off the beach. There's even a basketball hoop for a little shoot around. Many Carpinteria locals are familiar with our beach home and how well it is maintained and its great location within Carpinteria. Come see for yourself--but hurry, our home gets reserved quickly.

Keywords: Carpinteria, Santa Barbara, house, private backyard, corporate, business travel, mid-term housing, beach, family, wedding, Ojai, Southern California, winter getaway, family friendly, hospitality, 5 stars, visit Santa Barbara, staycation, Film Festival, summer vacation, festival, Destination Channel, Staycation, Santa Barbara Wine & Dine, Polo
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Baby gate available to block off the stairs.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No exceptions
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No exceptions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off the thermastat/heater
Close the windows
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests are occupying property at their own risk and will not hold owner liable for personal loss or injury.
DO NOT park cars on the grass--it will damage sprinklers! Please do not rearrange inside or outside furniture. Garage is not available for use.
Linens and bath towels provided. **Guests to bring their own beach towels. (With a week's notice, guests can ask owner to provide beach towels.)

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 first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Carpinteria

Located in Carpinteria, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. Casa Del Herrero and Presidio Santa Barbara are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tee Time and Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Carpinteria, CA

What's nearby

  • Tomol Interpretive Play Area - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carpinteria State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Friends of the Library Used Bookstore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 4 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Brass Bird - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Hives - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Santa Barbara Stay ~The Carpinteria Beach House~ 5 Stars: Perfect Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Santa Barbara Stay ~The Carpinteria Beach House~ 5 Stars: Perfect Location?

As of Mar 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Santa Barbara Stay ~The Carpinteria Beach House~ 5 Stars: Perfect Location on Apr 17, 2026 start from $539, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Best Santa Barbara Stay ~The Carpinteria Beach House~ 5 Stars: Perfect Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Santa Barbara Stay ~The Carpinteria Beach House~ 5 Stars: Perfect Location?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Best Santa Barbara Stay ~The Carpinteria Beach House~ 5 Stars: Perfect Location located?

This family-friendly Carpinteria vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Tomol Interpretive Play Area, Carpinteria State Beach, and Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park. Tar Pits Park and Friends of the Library Used Bookstore are also within 1 mi (2 km). Carpinteria Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very communicative which was super helpful. Beautiful home, well maintained, lovely yard. Convenient walking distance to beach and shops/restaurants. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eitan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property near the beach

We had an amazing time at this little house right near the beach. Perfect get away for family time at the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property with fantastic location to beach and town. Very nicely decorated, felt like home. Everything was clean and organized, including a fully stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

We had a wonderful time visiting with family. The property was beautiful and close to everything. I would not hesitate to recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Close walk to the beach. Cozy little house with everything needed for our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

alisha c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Beach Trip

The house had everything you need to enjoy the beach with your family. The host went above and beyond to supply all the baby thingsThe house was a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casa Carpinteria

Lisa is great to work with! Everything you need is available in her cute and spacious home. Nicely upgraded and very clean. Can't wait to stay there a 3rd time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun family beach home

Everything a family needs for a fun beach vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cozy spot

This place is so centrally located - easy walk to beach and town. Very comfortable beds and clean, nicely decorated home with a great yard. We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darek C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oops I did it again

Just over a month after our first stay at Lisa's house...we decided to come back and do it all over again! Fellow VRBOers, this place is just that good. Everything is so clean, the beds are so comfortable, the kitchen so well-stocked...we just could not stay away. Thank you so much Lisa, we are already combing the calendar to find our next booking at your place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away at the beach

Was the perfect spot for a weekend getaway at the beach. We had a great time and the host was very nice, even reached out to us before the stay to coordinate a few things! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kiyomi r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beach Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lisa’s house. It was in a great location and we were able to walk everywhere. It was perfect for our family. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family beach vacation

Nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carpinteria Charm

We had a wonderful stay in this charming house. It is perfectly located, only a block from the beach and close to so many cute stores and delicious restaurants. The garden is generously sized, great for enjoying the beautiful weather. The house is comfortable and quiet. Lisa is a terrific host, the house is so well appointed. I am already missing this little haven by the sea!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carpinteria Beach House

Great location, great house, great host. Pristine property with all amenities and a great yard. Sad to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

We had a great time in this house and in Carpentaria. We love the area and the house was perfect for us. Also appreciated the extra communication with the owner! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Beach Getaway!

We absolutely loved our stay at this beautiful cottage. It was just perfect for our family. Absolutely perfect. I only wish I could give 10 stars! ⭐️
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jadene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Proposal Weekend

Very clean, comfy, and quaint. Home was equipped with everything we needed, and back patio with string lights and fire pit provided the perfect atmosphere for a relaxing evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, comfortable stay in Carpinteria

We enjoyed our stay at this cute house in Carpinteria. It was a bit tight for 4 adults and two kids, but everyone slept comfortably. The kitchen is very well stocked, the beds were comfortable, and Lisa (the host) is very easy to communicate with. We loved the location and went almost everywhere on foot. We all wished we had stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

This is an awesome place to stay! It’s centrally located and the beach, shops, and restaurants were all walking distance. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Lisa was friendly and super easy to communicate with. We had a great trip. Carpinteria is such a special place, and I’d definitely recommend this house for your stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

The D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carpenter is

Came for a wedding. Our other friends had rented condos down the street on the beach but loved our VRBO better! It was so nice everything you needed was there you can walk everywhere including one block from the beach nice quiet neighborhood. Great backyard would be great with kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Bliss

We found the property to be absolute beach perfection. It was very clean, had lovely beach decor, comfortable beds, clean bed linens and towels, wonderfully stocked kitchen, outdoor shower, and fire pit. It’s close proximity to the beach added to our enjoyment. Lisa was warm and generous with her kindness. This one is a gem located in lovely Carpinteria.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break

The property was a great place for our time at carp! The kids lived the basketball hoop and location to the beach. Owner was always in contact. Made our check in and check our easy!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Our family of 4 enjoyed this sweet home. Perfect location in town — just a few steps to the beach, short walk to Carps downtown, and a great running trail along the bluffs to the seal rookery. Carp still has that small beach town vibe but is also a short hop to Santa Barbara, which was great for us. The house was cozy & had all the amenities we needed. The owner was exceptionally communicative and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Martyn

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Hello ~ I grew up coming to Carpinteria from my hometown of Burbank. I LOVE this amazing town and am very grateful for all the memories! Although my kids (now adults) were born and raised in Ohio, they also love Carp!

Why they chose this property

The location is PERFECT ~ 1 block from the beach and 1 block to the main street of Carpinteria, Linden. It's very walkable, even with little ones. There's a park at one end of the street and a nature preserve at the other end.
The house is set up very well and the large, fenced in backyard is PERFECT too! (Large enough space for a basketball hoop, a firepit table, a barbeque, outdoor dining and a grass area for yard games.)

What makes this property unique

I've enjoyed hosting and sharing my home for 17 years ~ I am truly a host that has taken great pride in creating a space that allows my guests to have a wonderful stay and create special Carp memories of their own!

Thank you for considering my home for your time in Carpinteria!

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