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A Shore Thing

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A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and stainless steel appliances.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table.
A dining area with a table set for four, a ceiling fan, and a view of a swimming pool outside.
A spacious living area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a hanging chair. A kitchen with a central island and modern appliances is visible in the background.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a blue and white striped bedspread, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 8 guests with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It features 1 outdoor pool and 1 hot tub. Enjoy the balcony and explore attractions like Shoreline Park and Leadbetter Beach.

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation

    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.

  • Outdoor pool

    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Santa Barbara Harbor
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub on site
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Leadbetter Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Guest Suite

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Master bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

A Shore Thing

A Shore Thing with its proximity to the beach and downtown offers a great escape to Santa Barbara. Just a short walk to the beach and Shoreline Park, where you can wiggle your toes in the sand or find oceanside walking paths and playground for the little ones. A bit further on is Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor with restaurants, seafood market, shopping, cruises, whale watching and watersport rentals.

Should you decide to stay put and just relax at this four bed / three bath home, you can do so poolside while enjoying the outdoor BBQ for alfresco dining under the shaded pergola, then unwind in the jacuzzi while stargazing under the night sky. For indoor entertaining, the chef has a bright open kitchen area to flaunt culinary skills while guests socialize around the large island. If you must work, there are two workstations with privacy and reliable connectivity.

At the end of the day, retreat to the upstairs master suite. Enjoy the peek-a-boo ocean and island views from the private balcony. As you drift off to sleep, listen to the crashing waves and an occasional sea lion barking in the distance.

Santa Barbara attractions like the Urban Wine Trail, the Funk Zone, the Mission, museums and many diversions of State Street are all within a short drive.

Making happy memories here is A Shore Thing.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Housekeeping will be required every 2 weeks for our monthly guests, and will be an additional cost to the guest billed by our housekeeper.

For monthly stays utilities will be included up to a monthly maximum of $400. The overage will be billed to the guest.

A signed rental agreement and a photo ID is required prior to check in. This home can't support ESA animals due to allergens.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 991692
Property # 3241717vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Santa Barbara

The Mesa, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. Travellers looking for local activities can try Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center are also worth visiting.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Shoreline Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • 1000 Steps Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 3 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Shore Thing have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A Shore Thing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Shore Thing?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Shore Thing?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at A Shore Thing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Shore Thing located?

Located in The Mesa, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shoreline Park and Santa Barbara Harbor. Santa Barbara City College and 1000 Steps Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Shore Thing exceeded our expectations - this is a beautiful, very well-maintained and well-stocked property. The location is excellent - two blocks off Shoreline Dr and easy walking distance to the Harbor and Downtown. Melissa and the team at Coastal Hideaways did an excellent job communicating with us prior to arrival, answering questions, and checking with us upon arrival. This was a great home for our family of nine vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house surpassed its description. Large, comfortable, and extremely well-appointed, it was immaculate upon arrival. Everything is in excellent condition. The pool area is well designed and lots of fun. And, significantly, the beach is nearer and more accessible than the description leads you to believe. It is a two block walk to a park and set of stairs that leads down to the ocean. The. beach there is close to the edges of tall, sheer dunes and filled with little inlets and recesses in which one can spread a blanket. The public beach is minutes -- yes, mere minutes, as in three or four -- away by car. There is plenty of (paid meter) parking available life guards, and great snack shack with table service right on the sand as well. We took our daughter and grandchildren there and had a fantastic time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great! The hosts thought of everything! Loved being able to walk every day to Shoreline Park!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location

Great
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
Thank you, Brittany! You were a wonderful guest. Please come stay again if you have the time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Reunion

Wonderful Property and Great Location Best equipped vacation rental I have ever been in(everything you needed and more).Just minutes away from everything in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
Thank you Gary. You were a wonderful guest as well. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

nice property, artfully decorated.

If temperatures below 80 then pool is cool. Not many supplies, need to provide toiletries, all food items and disposables.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
“A Shore Thing” was a fabulous home and the perfect location for a girls birthday weekend away. The pictures don’t even do it justice, honestly! It’s truly perfect for a small friends or family gathering. The large kitchen and living space was really ideal for us when we were hanging out together, and the bedrooms were really well situated and spread out around the house in a way that gave everyone needed privacy and accommodated everyone’s varying bedtime and waking schedules. Its located in a lovely residential area and super convenient to all of the downtown attractions, plus only a short drive to Montecito as well. It’s always a little stressful to be the one in charge of picking the accommodations, but this worked out perfectly and everyone was so pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family gathering

This property was beautiful spacious and luxurious. We found it at the last minute when another property had to cancel because of weather damage. We were so pleased with the addition of the pool and hot tub. Our only regret is our stay wasn’t long enough to enjoy everything we wanted to. We hope to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2023
Thank you Cindy! You were a wonderful guest. Please come back and find more treasures!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is even better than the photos. I think the photos don't do it justice. The house is amazing -very spacious, tons of places to sit, bedrooms are thoughtfully, well laid out. The pool and backyard are amazing. Very clean! Location is incredible. The only negative was the master suite upstairs does not have any type of door so if you're looking to have some privacy and you don't want ppl barging in on you, this is not the room to stay in lol. I highly recommend that they add a door. The only other issue was a security guard came by at like 8 PM for a noise violation. It was pretty comical, considering we were all in the house watching TV. The kids had been in the pool at like 7:30 At the latest. And yes, they were giggling and screaming and having fun. It was too young girls. The security guard himself laughed about it- because it sounds like the neighbors are super paranoid and don't want you making any noise? it's a beautiful neighborhood but it was a little over the top! If we owned the house, we probably would've been in the pool laughing until 10 PM. Or perhaps they send a security guard over just to double check how many people are there and if we are who we say we are? Either way he was super friendly about it, but it was 8PM and we were eating pizza with our children.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun 2025
Thank you Stephanie!

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