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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 574.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Dryer

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara Zoo9 min walk
Stearns Wharf3 min drive
Santa Barbara Harbor6 min drive
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)13 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic place to stay with our 3 year old within 5 minutes stroll of a surprisingly quiet sandy beach. Walking distanc...

Rupert S.

Feb 5, 2018

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Other (See Description)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Steps to the Sand:with beach views and a private fenced yard; Great for families

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

Property manager

David

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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Sea view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

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

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Travellers 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

Santa Barbara Zoo - 9 min walk
Stearns Wharf - 3 min drive
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive
Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive
Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min drive

Getting around

Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
‪East Beach Tacos - ‬4 min walk
‪Jack's Famous Bagel's - ‬10 min walk
‪Fishouse - ‬2 min drive
‪El Sitio - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the Sand:with beach views and 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:with beach views and a private fenced yard; Great for families?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Sand:with beach views and a private fenced yard; Great for families?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Sand:with beach views and 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.

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rupert S.

5 Feb 2018

Lovely cottage in easy reach of the sea

Fantastic place to stay with our 3 year old within 5 minutes stroll of a surprisingly quiet sandy beach. Walking distance to the zoo, excellent shop and trolley stop. Well equipped kitchen, BBQ in a quiet garden with comfortable seating. 2 good size bedrooms and several options for extra temporary beds. Very communicative and helpful owner put my mind at rest after the Montecito mud slide (neighbourhood was unaffected). Would love to come back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey F., United Kingdom

4 Feb 2018

Lovely little cottage, full of character and ideal location

Great location for beach and short walk to downtown

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

15 Jul 2024

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

The Best Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location can’t be beat and the neighborhood is very quiet. The house is comfortable with a cute backyard. The kitchen is small but had everything we needed for making simple meals. We enjoyed using the BBQ on our last day to grill local fish that we bought from Santa Barbara Fish Market at the harbor, a 5 minute drive from the house. Check in and out was easy. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shelly K.

4 Jul 2024

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

Great location

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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tuong l.

30 Jun 2024

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

Amazing location.

Our family had a wonderful time. The vacating rental was true to picture. The property was clean and the area was quiet. We enjoyed morning walks to the beach and we even walked to the zoo that was close by. We had an issue with the smoke detector beeping randomly and we messaged David who replied back promptly. We've stayed in many rentals over the years and this was the most peaceful. Thank you David for hosting our family.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy c.

19 Jun 2024

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

Meagan S.

12 Jun 2024

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

Great place!

This house is a great place to stay. You cannot beat the location! It is walking distance to a great market, the beach, parks, hotels. Parking is very easy in the driveway. It was nice that a stroller and a crib were provided. The backyard was a lovely place to hang out with very comfortable furniture and a big umbrella. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 Jun 2024

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

Melissa A.

3 Jun 2024

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

Cute cottage! Great location

We had a great stay at East Beach Cottage. It was perfect for our family stay. The cottage was exactly as described. The location was perfect for walking to the zoo, beach and restaurants. The extras in the garage were much appreciated, stroller, beach toys, beach chairs, etc. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare some easy meals. Beds were comfortable. Plenty of towels and extra bedding. We felt very safe and enjoyed exploring Santa Barbara!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

27 May 2024

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

Great Place - Great Location!

Very Clean. EASY walk to beach. Removed from all the busyness around State Street and the pier - but you can long walk or drive there. Little back yard was super nice to relax in.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

24 May 2024

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

Stephanie C.

14 May 2024

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

Fantastic accommodations and location!

We had a wonderful stay here! The check-in process was very straightforward and easy. David was extremely responsive, communicative, and kind. The kitchen is well stocked. The space is absolutely darling, and super comfortable. The yard is amazing, private, and has great outdoor furniture. Being able to park in the driveway was so convenient. The location is outstanding. Great to have the beach, a nice grocery store, and lots of yummy restaurants nearby. Also, the bed was super comfortable, and it was nice that they were plenty of extra sheets and towels, including beach towels. Everything was fantastic!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARYANN L.

6 May 2024

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

Very nice place to stay

Property was as described, very nice location and easy walk to beach. Town was very close by but you might want to drive instead of walking into town. Parking in town was easy to find and restaurants were excellent There was a small grocery store within 50 yards of the house which was very convenient, as property had all the amenities, including a very clean gas grill and lovey patio to relax after a long day of sight seeing. We would stay there again

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth V.

1 May 2024

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

Nice East Beach Cottage

We enjoyed our mother-daughter weekend at the cottage. The location is quiet and only a short walk to the beach. The unit was clean and had everything we needed. The private back patio was a nice amenity.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

26 Apr 2024

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

Drew S.

18 Apr 2024

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

Julie A.

16 Apr 2024

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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.

5 Apr 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Erich S.

30 Mar 2024

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

Great location

Just parked the car. Lotsa biking (perk to be able to keep the bikes in the garage) walk to Stearn’s wharf, walk to the ped mall, bike path right out the door, walk to the grocery- loved it!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keeley B., Ogden, USA

22 Mar 2024

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

Beautiful and comfortable place!

I almost don't want to review too highly so it wont be booked when we return...and we will definitely be returning! The cottage was well furnished. Comfy bed, all other furniture and kitchen were great, outdoor furniture was top of the line. The location was perfect with an ocean view and walkable to everywhere downtown and the funk zone. Parking is available. Absolutely not one problem or complaint!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

16 Mar 2024

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

Perfection

The house was perfectly maintained, and in excellent condition. You can tell both the inside and out was carefully planned and executed. It felt safe and comfortable in the perfect location. We could walk to all of the restaurants and nearby beach. If we wanted to be lazy we rented an electric bike that you can find easily and always one nearby. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen T.

10 Mar 2024

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

Steps to sand w beach views

Responsive and communicative Owner who went out of his way to help us. Lovely, lovely, charming spot

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Florence H.

4 Mar 2024

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

SB

The property was accurately presented on the app. The beds were comfortable and the outdoor area was very nice, unfortunately, we had quite a bit of rain and we didn’t get to use it until the morning we were leaving. The dishes could be a little cleaner. We discovered the washer/dryer was outdoors on our own and perhaps a little more written instructions would be helpful. We did not need the washer so we were fine. Overall, we had a very comfortable stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill & Jennie C.

3 Mar 2024

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

Fun Time Between Break In Storms

Perfect cottage to enjoy all the beauty and fun Santa Barbara has to offer. We were welcomed by friendly-owner, David; he was very responsive to our questions. The cottage is very comfortable and conveniently located. We enjoyed the views from the living and dining room, relaxed in the backyard and slept on a very comfortable bed. If you're planning to cook your own meals, bring own spices, everything else you need to prepare meals are available and several grocery stores are nearby.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

19 Feb 2024

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

Excellent location and Great Time in SB

We just left the back cottage. There were four of us and while it is a small place we never felt cramped. The neighborhood was nice and quiet. It is a short walk to the beach and decent walk to the wharf and funk zone. Downtown and state street is a little farther. You could walk it but we ubered for like $15 with tip. The house is a little older but it was very clean and had a good supply of dishes and cookware if you want to cook in. The outside featured a nice sitting area we took advantage of during the day. When we were checking in the owner responded to my numerous questions within minutes. If you are looking for an affordable place for 4 people or less where you can walk to most things I would recommend this place.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by David

We have one of the few legal short term vacation rentals in The City of Santa Barbara (state license 64614). We are the owner of the property so you deal directly with us, no property managers or outside parties, therefore, our first priority is that you have an outstanding experience. Always new and clean linens, freshly landscaped and pristine in every way.

Why they chose this property

East Beach named top beach in California and in this years & top ten nationally by a "Dr Beach" and featured in Sunset magazine. East Beach in Santa Barbara has the one of the best weather, views and lifestyle in the US and the world!

What makes this property unique

Amazing Views and access to the Ocean, White Sand Beach, State Street, and all the action. Now with a new air condition our location is the best Santa Barbara has to offer!