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Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach!

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A cozy living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, wicker chairs, a built-in shelving unit with decorative items, and a large window with curtains.
A patio with stone flooring, a wooden table with chairs, a red umbrella, and a bicycle parked against a wall.
A white interior with a glass-fronted cabinet, a red teapot, and a framed picture.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a wicker sofa and a lamp.
A residential property with a white picket fence, a well-maintained garden, and a clear sky.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Santa Barbara Harbor

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Common Space

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Located by the sea, this condo is in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Municipal Tennis Center or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Harbor Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach! located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara City College are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Home away from home

Wonderful stay at this cozy cottage located one block from the beach. The bikes provided were perfect for cruising around town and visiting different beaches. We will definitely be back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach! on 7 Oct, 2026
Hi James, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you found the home beautiful and clean and enjoyed your stay at Captain’s Cottage. We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Santa Barbara! Warmly, Lydia, Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage with ideal location!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely bathroom, kind host, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review, Sarah! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the lovely bathroom, the convenient location, and your experience with our team at Captain’s Cottage. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back to Santa Barbara again soon for another relaxing stay! Lydia & the Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was adorable! It was beautifully decorated, well-equipped, and very clean. We’d love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May, 2026
Thank you, Judith, for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Captain’s Cottage and appreciated the décor, cleanliness, and well-equipped space. It’s wonderful to know the cottage made such a great impression, and we would absolutely love to welcome you back again for another Santa Barbara getaway! Lydia & the Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely space with access to laundry in quiet neighborhood. Well stocked kitchen and plenty of room. Walking distance to activities and restaurants. Parking space available, however we never needed it since street parking was plentiful. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in really nice location!.Very walkable to beach and restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2025
Dear David, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed Captain’s Cottage and its wonderful walkable location near the beach and local restaurants. It’s such a special spot for exploring Santa Barbara on foot, and we’re so glad it added to your stay. We’d love the chance to welcome you back for another visit soon! Warm regards, Lydia & the Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and service!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review, Tracy! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great stay at Captain’s Cottage. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you back to Santa Barbara again soon! Lydia & the Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is in a great location, close to the harbor and beaches. It was very clean and well equipped. We had problems with the tv which were remedied only after a couple of days. Some of the furnishings are a bit tired and should be refreshed, and the materials in the Welcome Book need to be updated.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review, William! I appreciate the feedback about the furnishings- some are antiques that have been curated to enhance the historic nature of the home, but we will refresh as needed! The Welcome Book has also been updated with your notes, and we appreciate that you shared your experience with us. We hope to welcome you back to Santa Barbara soon! ~ Your VROSB team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Loved the property
Down the street
Sunset on the beach
A view from the mountains
Park across from the wharf
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beach getaway!

Decor is so cute and comfortable, house is very well stocked and cozy, location is great, welcome book had great recommendations! Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun, 2024
Hi Jeff, Thank you so much for your lovely review of Captain's Cottage! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the decor cute and comfortable, the house well-stocked and cozy, and the location great. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the recommendations in the welcome book and loved your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Best regards, Lydia & The VROSB Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dream Weekend Getaway

The Captain's Cottage was absolutely wonderful! It was the perfect location and such a beautiful, comfortable, and thoughtfully appointed property. We could not have loved our stay more!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul, 2025
Stephanie, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Captain’s Cottage was the perfect fit for your stay and that you found it beautiful, comfortable, and thoughtfully prepared. It means so much to know you loved your time with us. We would be delighted to welcome you back anytime for another memorable stay! -Lydia & the VROSB Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I stayed at a quaint, nostalgic beach house in Santa Barbara that felt like a classic, private seaside retreat. Even though it was quite old, it had a modern, homey feel and was conveniently close to the beach and boardwalk. Overall, it was just a great and peaceful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location to See SB

Ideal location, close to all the action and very comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov, 2024
John, thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ideal location and found the property comfortable. Being close to all the action while providing a cozy retreat is exactly what we aim for, and it’s great to know we hit the mark for your stay. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again on your next visit to Santa Barbara! Best regards, Lydia & the VROSB Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage

We had a nice stay (3 of us). It was perfect in that my daughter had her own space with a daybed. The area is amazing and close to everything but on a nice quiet street. Perfect amount of space for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul, 2025
Carrie, thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad Captain’s Cottage was the perfect fit for your group and that your daughter enjoyed having her own space with the daybed. It’s wonderful to hear you appreciated the quiet street and convenient location close to everything. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime for another enjoyable stay! -Lydia & the VROSB Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Honeymoon Stay

We loved the property and the location was great. Communication from before arrival, until departure was seamless and adequate. We will definitely return and recommend VRSB!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul, 2025
Isaac, thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We're so pleased to hear that you loved Captain's Cottage and found the location convenient and communication smooth throughout your stay. It's always our goal to provide a seamless and welcoming experience, and we’re grateful for your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back and truly appreciate your recommendation of VROSB! -Lydia & the VROSB Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

Lovely cottage. Great location. Very well decorated and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2024
David, thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at East Beach Vista. It’s fantastic that you found the cottage charming, well-decorated, and immaculately clean. We hope to welcome you back again soon! -Lydia & The VROSB Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Captain's Cottage

Super clean and comfortable We will return
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov, 2023
Thank you for taking a moment to share your experience at Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara. We are so pleased to hear you found the home and location to your liking. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! -Lydia & The VROSB Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding

Beautiful cottage in a perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your kind words RS! We’re so glad you enjoyed the beautiful cottage and found the location to be perfect. We hope to welcome you back for another stay soon! -Lydia & The VROSB Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving Family Trip

The cottage was perfect! Clean, comfortable and a perfect location. Everything was within walking distance. I highly recommend the cottage and can’t wait to return. We liked it so much we booked an extra night there at the end of our trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec, 2024
Jamie, thank you for your wonderful review of Captain's Cottage! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the cottage clean, comfortable, and perfectly located for your trip. It’s great to know you enjoyed it so much that you extended your stay—what a compliment! We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable visit. Wishing you all the best until next time! Warm regards, Lydia & the VROSB Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place

We absolutely loved everything about this property. Location, charm, privacy, friendly neighbors and authentic Santa Barbara atmosphere. Perfect for a couple or a solo getaway. This is a great place to stay during Fiesta! Can't beat one block away from the parades.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Thank you for taking a moment to share your experience at Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara. We are so pleased to hear you found the home and location to your liking. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! -Lydia & The VROSB Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Captain’s Cottage was perfect! Really well located-one block from the beach and two blocks from State Street. It was as cute as it looks in the photos. Great little backyard. Nice, big bathroom. Extremely helpful and communicative property . We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May, 2025
Linda, thank you for your kind review! We’re so happy to hear Captain’s Cottage was everything you hoped for—from the great location and cute backyard to the spacious bathroom. It’s wonderful to know our team’s communication made your stay even more enjoyable. We’d love to welcome you back anytime! -Lydia & the VROSB Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely and excellently-maintained apartment in Santa Barbara's charming West Beach neighborhood, close to the beach (one block) and convenient (five blocks) to the neighborhood grocery and wine stores.I've been coming to Santa Barbara regularly for the past 14 years, but I now schedule my trips around the availability of this particluar unit. This was my second visit, already, and I'm eager to book a return visit.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Great cottage with everything within walking distance
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb, 2024
Helen, thank you for taking a moment to share your experience at Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara. We are so pleased to hear you found the home and location to your liking. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! -Lydia & The VROSB Team
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