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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81000 sq ft
Popular amenities
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Santa Barbara, CA
- Place, Miramar Beach3 min walk
- Place, Butterfly Beach13 min walk
- Place, Hammond's Beach13 min walk
- Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)22 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Downstairs unit bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Upstairs unit bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Entire Beachfront Home With the Unique Charm of a Sailing Vessel
The Boathouse
Paradise on the beach! Sitting right on the sand at one of the most beautiful semi-private beaches in Santa Barbara, The Boathouse is the perfect retreat! This property is located on the best part of Miramar Beach! Constructed of teak, mahogany and white spruce, accompanied by etched and stained glass windows, this unique cottage has been designed to look and feel like a well-built custom sailing vessel. The property consists of two separate one bedroom/one bathroom units joined by a connected stairway inside and a common entrance from the outside. Each unit can be rented separately (sleeping 2 adults and 2 children) or together for a maximum of 6 to 8 people. Please take into consideration that this property is equip with multiple sets of stairs that are required for access down to the unit and down to the beach. As is typical with many Santa Barbara homes, this property does not have AC. Open windows and the use of fans allow ocean breezes in to keep the house cool during hot summer months.
The Upper Unit features a fireplace and larger enclosed deck. The Lower Unit sits closest to the sand. Views are unobstructed from the deck as there is no railing and just sandy beach below. During high tide you may just be able to dangle your feet in the water from the deck! At either property you can relax and enjoy the amazing view as you listen to the sound of the surging waves. Let the waves lull you to sleep in a comfortable queen size bed. For your entertainment, this cozy cabin is also equipped with a television, cable TV and wifi. However, you will be too busy enjoying the outdoors! Just a few steps to the sand, where plenty of beach accessories await for your enjoyment chairs, umbrellas, kayaks and boogie boards included.
When you are ready to enjoy a meal, a small kitchen provides all that you need for cooking or step up to the roof deck for your barbequing pleasure! (Deck is shared with lower unit). If eating out at great restaurants is more your style, Montecito's lower Village is only a mile away and downtown Santa Barbara is a short 10 minute drive.
Please Note: If both units are rented by separate parties, expect some interaction due to the nature of the internal stairs, upper deck, shared laundry, and common stairs to the beach. This property is equipped with multiple sets of stairs that are required for access down to the unit from the parking lot and down to the beach. It may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues.
*Take advantage of the lower rates now! Rates have been discounted until Summer 2019 as there is construction happening next door at least until summertime. We have no control over this, and the noise levels may vary/ be non-existent, depending on when you book. Please keep this in mind while looking!*
Paradise on the beach! Sitting right on the sand at one of the most beautiful semi-private beaches in Santa Barbara, The Boathouse is the perfect retreat! This property is located on the best part of Miramar Beach! Constructed of teak, mahogany and white spruce, accompanied by etched and stained glass windows, this unique cottage has been designed to look and feel like a well-built custom sailing vessel. The property consists of two separate one bedroom/one bathroom units joined by a connected stairway inside and a common entrance from the outside. Each unit can be rented separately (sleeping 2 adults and 2 children) or together for a maximum of 6 to 8 people. Please take into consideration that this property is equip with multiple sets of stairs that are required for access down to the unit and down to the beach. As is typical with many Santa Barbara homes, this property does not have AC. Open windows and the use of fans allow ocean breezes in to keep the house cool during hot summer months.
The Upper Unit features a fireplace and larger enclosed deck. The Lower Unit sits closest to the sand. Views are unobstructed from the deck as there is no railing and just sandy beach below. During high tide you may just be able to dangle your feet in the water from the deck! At either property you can relax and enjoy the amazing view as you listen to the sound of the surging waves. Let the waves lull you to sleep in a comfortable queen size bed. For your entertainment, this cozy cabin is also equipped with a television, cable TV and wifi. However, you will be too busy enjoying the outdoors! Just a few steps to the sand, where plenty of beach accessories await for your enjoyment chairs, umbrellas, kayaks and boogie boards included.
When you are ready to enjoy a meal, a small kitchen provides all that you need for cooking or step up to the roof deck for your barbequing pleasure! (Deck is shared with lower unit). If eating out at great restaurants is more your style, Montecito's lower Village is only a mile away and downtown Santa Barbara is a short 10 minute drive.
Please Note: If both units are rented by separate parties, expect some interaction due to the nature of the internal stairs, upper deck, shared laundry, and common stairs to the beach. This property is equipped with multiple sets of stairs that are required for access down to the unit from the parking lot and down to the beach. It may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues.
*Take advantage of the lower rates now! Rates have been discounted until Summer 2019 as there is construction happening next door at least until summertime. We have no control over this, and the noise levels may vary/ be non-existent, depending on when you book. Please keep this in mind while looking!*
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Santa Barbara
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Montecito, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Andree Clark Bird Refuge and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, while The Easton Gallery and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are cultural highlights. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain climbing nearby.

Santa Barbara, CA
What's nearby
- Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Fernald Point - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Butterfly Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Hammond's Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Montecito Village Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Blenders in the Grass - 4 min drive
- Caffe Luxxe - 3 min drive
- Red Kettle Coffee - 3 min drive
- Ospi Montecito - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
From a partner site
20 Jul, 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie W.
20 Mar, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent getaway on Miramar Beach
Stephanie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
8 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and great house!
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christy K.
2 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of fun and could not get closer to the beach!
Christy K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katie G.
7 Apr, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Location
Katie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
CHERRY C.
10 Jul, 2024
Perfect Pre Wedding
CHERRY C.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara L.
9 May, 2019
Great little slice of heaven
Sara L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Elaine H.
30 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Elaine H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa B.
25 Apr, 2019
Great location for our short stay in Santa Barbara
Lisa B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Ray M.
8 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable
Ray M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eric N.
11 Jan, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Beach Front Holiday
Eric N.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sheila G.
6 Sept, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing beach house directly on the beach
Sheila G.
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