Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
23 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom #1
1 King Bed
Bedroom #2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #3
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Bedroom #4
1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio
Welcome to The Narrows! A big, easygoing 5-bedroom Summerland beach house with a private jacuzzi, game room, two living rooms, and a separate bottom-floor studio — sleeping 8+, close to the sand. The Narrows solves the problem every group trip has: togetherness without the pile-up. Two full living rooms, a dedicated game room, outdoor spaces in every direction — and now the ace up its sleeve: a private studio on the bottom floor with its own kitchenette, bathroom, and laundry, perfect for grandparents, teens, or the couple who likes their own front door.
THE SPACE. The top two levels hold four bedrooms and three baths spread comfortably around a full kitchen, dining area, and those two living rooms — early risers, nappers, and the game-night crowd all get their own territory, then reconvene for dinner like they planned it. Downstairs, the fifth bedroom is a self-contained private studio: full kitchenette, its own bathroom, and washer/dryer — a genuine suite-within-the-house that multi-generation trips fight over (politely). The fully fenced backyard wraps it all up, jacuzzi steaming in the corner for the end-of-day debrief.
WELLNESS HERE. Unstructured beach-town time — game-room laughter, backyard evenings, hot-tub soaks under the stars, and mornings that start whenever they start.
THE LOCATION. Summerland's relaxed beach community, minutes from the sand, village cafés, Montecito, and downtown Santa Barbara.
GOOD TO KNOW. This home is part of Chosen's Beach Collection — older, well-loved coastal homes with character, charm, and a few quirks that come with age and salt air. What they trade in modern polish they return in location, views, and value. The home has three living rooms, one on the first floor and two on the second. None of them can accommodate all guests individually. Please note this home has a narrow layout and design, hence our name. Also please note, the screen doors do not stay on but are available for guest use should you like to use them.
DISCLOSURES - The lower level is a completely separate Airbnb with its own private entrance and designated outdoor space. You may occasionally see other guests coming and going, but there are no shared interior living spaces. - This home has a charming beach shack feel and reflects the character of an older coastal property. While it is clean and well maintained, it does have a few quirks. - The newer screen doors can occasionally come off their tracks if opened forcefully. Please use them gently. - Some of the original window panes are older and may not operate as smoothly as newer windows. - The large mature tree in the backyard naturally drops leaves and debris throughout the year despite regular maintenance. - As an older coastal home, the exterior shell and certain finishes show their age, adding to the authentic charm and character of the property.
THE CHOSEN DIFFERENCE WELLNESS BUILT INTO EVERY STAY
Chosen is Santa Barbara s wellness vacation rental company, and every stay begins before you unpack. You ll be welcomed with a curated arrival gift of wellness essentials and local favorites, wrapped in a custom Chosen tote that s yours to take home. Every home is prepared with high thread-count linens, premium bath products, and non-toxic cleaning protocols.
Beyond the home, you ll enjoy exclusive discounts and complimentary access to Chosen s local wellness partners hand-picked spa, massage, fitness, sauna, and recovery experiences across Santa Barbara, Summerland, and Montecito that other rentals simply can t offer. Want to go deeper? Personalize your stay with add-on services including in-home massage, facials, personal training, and private chef experiences, all seamlessly arranged by our concierge.
A stay like this isn't just booked it s Chosen.
*Please note any and all reservations incur a non-refundable 3% processing fee.
Cert # - 1082
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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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Summerland
Located in Summerland, this vacation home is by the sea. Travelers looking for local activities can try Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel are also worth visiting.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 11 min drive - 14.3 km
Santa Barbara Bowl - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
Getting around
Carpinteria Station - 13 min drive
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Ospi Montecito - 5 min drive
Blenders in the Grass - 5 min drive
Jeannine's American Bakery & Restaurant - 4 min drive
Padaro Beach Grill - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).
How much does it cost to stay at 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio?
As of Sep 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio on Sep 28, 2026 start from $593, 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 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lookout Park and Summerland Beach. Fernald Point and Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
We loved our stay at the beach house. It was perfect for our group of eight ocean views hot tub. We also opted for the sauna and cold plunge super relaxing. The home is pretty narrow, but the outdoor areas really make it special. Kitchen was well appointed we cooked every night. Barbecue was great. Nice walk to the beach. Will definitely stay again.
Host immediately responsive. Very kind and thoughtful. We had to find a single level home for one of our family who had recently had hip surgery. Aiden, the host, immediately switched us from a two story property to a one story property. The property was immaculate. We had four guests. in a four bedroom home, very spacious quiet and we all enjoyed our stay. The home is well stocked with everything you need. It was a perfect stay.
Summerland is an absolute gem and this property did not disappoint!!! Tons of room, amazing ocean views, and walkable to shops and restaurants. The sunrise and sunset walks around the neighborhood were amazing. We’ll book again!
The host was helpful and responsive. The actual unit could use some work. There are ants and spiders inside. The bunk beds were also unstable, so guests elected to sleep on the floor or double up in beds instead. One of the upstairs patios had a very leaky roof, and the bedroom attached was moist/humid for the duration of the trip. That bed also seems to concave in the middle, which was uncomfortable.Smoke alarms were not connected throughout the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 18, 2025
Hi Lalah, thank you for your review - these were the same notes you left on your departure. This was by far the most severe rain we’ve had all year and hence the leak upstairs! Today we reinforced the bunk beds and installed all new smoke alarms. We also cleared all pests from the home and did a full inspection before our next guests will arrive. I appreciate your attention to detail and hope you can plan to stay and return with us! Thank you!
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Cheri H.
Oct 4, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Beds were comfortable upstairs, the others not so much. Bathrooms were clean. Overall generally clean. Microwave sounds like it is ready to die. Dryer wouldn’t dry clothes because it wouldn’t heat. Screen doors fell off the sliding doors and couldn’t be replaced. No way to open doors and windows for cool air to sleep, so the place was hot and hard to sleep. No air conditioning. Poor to no lighting to get into the facility at night. Very dangerous and difficult steps inside to get to the second floor. Wall outlet behind the couch was falling out of the wall exposing wires, and creating a potential fire hazard. If this were the first VRBO experience we’d never stay in one again. The host was friendly, responded quickly via email, but nothing was fixed. Someone is not checking this inside or managing it, whether it is the management company or the owner. Not sure. And chemical smell in the upstairs bathroom. Had requested no chemical smells due to allergens.
"The Narrows" describes the property - narrow! The home is the 2nd and 3rd floors of a duplex, with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths along with kitchen laundry and outside deck on 1st (2nd) floor and two bedrooms with 1 bath on the 2nd (3rd) floor.
At time of renting, the description didn't specify the house layout. The 2 bedrooms on the 2nd floor are the desirable rooms to stay in, but they share a bathroom which we didn't realize. The bedroom in the front of the property is much nicer as it has an outside deck with a view of the ocean and a king sized bed. The 2nd bedroom in the back is a queen with a sliding door that opens up to a screened in back deck, which we didn't use as we found it a bit dank and dirty. We had issues with water taking forever to get hot in that top floor bathroom. We let the owner know and he was very responsive but we opted not to have him come over to fix it during our stay.
The 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor - one is a room with a bunk bed and the other a single bed frame with a trundle bed. Both rooms are rather dark and featureless - really only meant for sleeping.
Kitchen was well equipped - we made a large breakfast one morning we were there and found everything we needed.
Overall - not a luxurious experience as we just found the property to be a bit tired and not well maintained - sliding doors sticking/off their hinges, dust and grit on most outside surfaces, broken bed frame (we fixed) but certainly adequate for the wedding we attended nearby.
My name is Aidan Williams and I'm a Santa Barbara local. I love to surf, hike, horseback ride and enjoy anything outdoors. I also love wine and food and can help answer any questions you may have!
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