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Contemporary Coastal Escape | Private Hot Tub, Bikes & Walkable Beach Location

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A spacious living room with a large sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a stone fireplace.
A two-story house with a covered front porch and a garage.
A dining area with a wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs, with a fireplace and a sofa in the background.
An outdoor dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by chairs, and lit by candles and lanterns.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Butterfly Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Montecito, CA
  • Place, Butterfly Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hammond's Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom Suite 1

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2 - Shared

Bathroom Ensuite 1

Powder Room

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Montecito, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are worth checking out. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Channel and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Montecito, CA

What's nearby

  • Butterfly Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hammond's Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fernald Point - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Miramar Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Andree Clark Bird Refuge - 2 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jeannine's American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Contemporary Coastal Escape | Private Hot Tub, Bikes & Walkable Beach Location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Contemporary Coastal Escape | Private Hot Tub, Bikes & Walkable Beach Location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Contemporary Coastal Escape | Private Hot Tub, Bikes & Walkable Beach Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary Coastal Escape | Private Hot Tub, Bikes & Walkable Beach Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Contemporary Coastal Escape | Private Hot Tub, Bikes & Walkable Beach Location located?

Located in Montecito, this family-friendly Santa Barbara holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Butterfly Beach, Hammond's Beach and Miramar Beach. Santa Barbara Zoo and Montecito Village Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 29 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

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
The house was lovely. The kitchen was huge and well stocked. All agreed the beds and linens were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house, great location

Very comfortable with everything anyone would need for a very enjoyable stay. We are looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Wonderful! We're so elated you enjoyed your time here at Sea Steppe! You are welcome back to enjoy anytime. Thank you for being our guest. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, amazing location

Want to come back every year!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
This is great news...let's get you booked for next year! So happy to hear you love the Sea Steppe and it's ideal location. Thank you for the 5 star review. Until next time! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Montecito Vacation

This is a great place to stay to enjoy Montecito and Santa Barbara. The house and all the accomodations were great. We would highly recommend this property and would be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
So great to hear you had a fantastic time here at Sea Steppe. Thank you for your 5-star review and you're welcome back anytime. Hope to see you soon! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and comfy in a great location

Very well maintained. Great property. Such a nice getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Hi Linda, Thank you for the lovely review! We hope to welcome you again in the future. - Paradise Retreats Team -
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful and clean

Great location, quiet and clean. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Hi Nicole, Thank you for the great review, we hope to see you again in the future! Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pretty, private, peaceful property

Our mother/daughter/ friends weekend trip was perfect at this pretty, private, peaceful property with walk ability to Butterfly Beach, shops, and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Sea Steppe and the location worked well for you. Thank you for the 5 star review and being our guest! We hope to host you again soon. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome location

Lovely, quiet place in a great location. 11 mins to walk to the beach and lower Montecito. The kitchen was amazing and so well stocked it made cooking in a breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Montecito Wedding Weekend

Beautiful home, walkable to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
We're ecstatic that you enjoyed your stay at Sea Steppe. Thank you for being our guest and you're welcome back anytime. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house

The house is beautiful and the check in/out process super smooth. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous home

We had the best time at this lovely home. It’s extremely private and beautiful. The location is central to beach and shops. Kids and adults enjoyed this stay immensely
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review, and we're so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house. Close to lots of great spots.

Only negative is the noise from highway and the train.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Dear Jeff, Thank you for the 5* review, we very much appreciate it! We hope to welcome you again in the near future. - Paradise Retreats Team -
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway with family

Beautiful home, fantastic location. Extremely clean and comfortable. Just as advertised. Would love to return when we could stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Hi Alexis - thank you for staying with us and choosing Paradise Retreats. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will be back!

The entire stay exceeded our expectations, from check in to check out. The house had everything we needed and is a beautiful oasis just a short walk from shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Exceeding expectations is our goal! Nailed it! We love that you had a great experience and enjoyed your time at Sea Steppe. Please come back to enjoy anytime. We really appreciate the 5 stars! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Place

Nice house. We lived the kitchen and spent a lot of time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely loved this home in Montecito!

We loved the location! We walked to the town and rode cruisers to the beach, which you can also walk to. We went to the Santa Barbara Bowl three nights in a row. It is an amazing venue surrounded by nature. Will definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you for the 5 star review and being our guest at Sea Steppe! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and the ideal location. Yes, the Santa Barbara Bowl is amazing and one of our favorite places for a concert too! We would love to have you visit again. Sincerely, The Paradise Retreats Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly Recommend

My family and I stayed in this home when we were in town for our daughter's college graduation. It had all the amenities we wanted and the location was amazing. The outside space was so nice for our family to hang out together as well. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Sounds like you had an amazing time with family and created lasting memories. So nice to hear Sea Steppe met your expectations and then some. Congrats to the Grad! We appreciate the 5 star review and are looking forward to hosting you again soon. Sincerely, The Paradise Retreats Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can’t wait to return!

Perfect home for our family. Well equipped in every way. Nothing wanting! We did not want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything was wonderful

We could not have picked a better place for our family of 4 to spend a week in Montecito. The home was very clean, comfortable, nicely decorated and well stocked. The check-in was easy and the host was friendly and responsive. And location location location - 10 minute walk to the beach, a 10 minute walk to the restaurants and shops on Coast Village Road, and an easy drive to Santa Barbara. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Wonderful! We're so thrilled you had a fantastic time and experience with Sea Steppe and our Team. We appreciate the lovely 5 star review and hope to host you again. Until next time! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Large house for 6 of us

We enjoyed the house, location and hot tub. Outside lighting on the walkway to the house would be helpful. Prompt response from Property Mgr was appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Dear Susan, Thank you for the 5* review! We very much appreciate it and hope to welcome you again soon at one of our properties. - Paradise Retreats Team -
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Girls' Getaway

This house is so great that it just sucked us in. We spent hours by the fire just talking and relaxing. It was perfectly appointed and so comfortable. Will 100% be back at another time! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review and for being our guest! We hope you come back soon. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Quiet Home in an Awesome Location

The home is clean and spacious. My daughter in a wheelchair had no problem maneuvering around the main level. The kitchen was well-stocked as described in other reviews. The multiple spaces allowed for adults and kids to hang out in separate areas. The large dining table was a bonus and was able to accommodate the two families who stayed as well as my sister’s family who visited us during our stay. The location was fantastic. We were able to walk to restaurants and shops easily as well as the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So good I want to keep. It a secret.

All summer we’ve been going to Santa Barbara... different Vrbo sometimes Bacara sometimes both. This property top to bottom was five stars. Like a cozy room in a museum with five star applicannces, bedding, cleanliness and location. The photos are great but house bigger better and cleaner in real life. We rented to have a small celebration... my wife and I stayed simultaneously at Bacara to give our guests the house. And us the hotel amenities we are used to .. honestly the second night my wife just wanted to stay in this cozy house over the ocean view at Bacara. I had to drag her out... best house I ever rented. Well worth the high price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Hi Mark, Thank you for the wonderful review, it's much appreciated and we are so happy that you had a nice time! Best Regards, Paradise Retreats Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Gathering

The numerous choices for outdoor seating and the amazing live plants and landscaping were fantastic. The plants were interesting, full of birds, and gave the place a sense of intimacy. The house was beautiful and the kithen had plenty of glasses, wine glasses, dishes, utensils, pots and pans, etc.We loved that the kitchen and master bedroom had high quality water filters for drinking water - very much appreciated.Everything was clean and lovely. The only thing that was not appreciated was the very VERY strong soapy-fake smell on the bed linens, that was impossible to avoid. Possibly from dryer sheets. Other than that, it was perfect in every way for a family gathering both inside and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

good times

really good times. ...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thanks so much for being our guest!
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