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Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel!

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach viewBeach viewBeach view
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Popular LocationMiramar Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationButterfly Beach19 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara Zoo3 min drive
  • AirportLos Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)115 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel!

The Boathouse—Upper Unit (1 Bed/1 Bath with a sleeper sofa in living room). Please inquire if you would like to book both Upper & Lower levels together (2 Bed/ 2 Bath) or see listing titled "Entire Unit". Property code for entire unit: p4170118

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.

The Upper Unit features a fireplace and larger enclosed deck. 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.

When flying into the area, the property is easily accessible from Santa Barbara Airport (only about 20 minutes away) and Los Angeles (90 miles south).
The Boathouse is truly a relaxing place to get away for it all! Come and escape to Miramar Beach!

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.

Property manager

Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

67703

About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Montecito, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk
  • Butterfly Beach - 19 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive
  • Stearns Wharf - 6 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Blenders In The Grass - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Merci To Go - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Summerland Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bettina - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Montecito vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Fernald Point. Butterfly Beach and Soma Get Fit are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Great little house !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
The residence was clean and as advertised. The location is right on the sand in a very quiet area of Montecito. it is a short drive to restaurants in Montecito or downtown Santa Barbara. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend!
Beautiful oceanfront home! Nice gated community with in walking distance from the Miramar Hotel for brunch thru the gate. Enjoyed local shopping and restaurants. Will be back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander C.

Liked: Cleanliness
You must stay here!
This place was amazing and had so much character. The location was perfect to everything in Montecito and Santa Barbara. The unit was very clean and had everything we needed. Don’t miss out by staying somewhere else! The communication from the management company was great. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

matt b., chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Good for a couple
This is a fantastic location, but it is really only good for a couple, maybe a child or two but not 3 or 4 adults. The reason is the second bed is a fold out sofa that is very uncomfortable. Our adult child ended up sleeping on the sofa folded up. Also, the shower is in the bedroom but the toilet/sink is right next to the kitchen so also fine for a couple but not more than 2 adults. By the way, for the price it is still a great place for a couple. The deck is fantastic and hearing the ocean is great. Also FYI, the shower walls are large stones which look cool but never really dry out so the place is musty, especially after using the shower. We would consider staying there again, but I could see how some people would be put off by this. The hosts were great. The rooftop deck is great. Are while there were downstairs tenants when we were there, there was no problem with the shared stairway. Also, a big plus is you can walk down the beach 3 minutes to the Miramar Beach Hotel for drinks or a meal.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carla P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Business Getaway
I needed a place to stay for a retreat and decided to rent a beach house rather than stay at a hotel. The Boat House was adorable and cozy - right on the sand. You could sleep to the sound of the waves and drink your coffee as the sun rose over the surf. The only ONLY issue was that the neighbor's decks were an inch away... so there was no privacy whatsoever. Other than that, it was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug L., Missoula, Montana

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place by the beach
We had a great time. The beach access is right off your door. Great place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalya A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway
My best friend and I stayed at this beautiful little home for a long weekend and it was a perfect getaway. From the location of the home that’s close to by plenty of restaurants and hikes, not to mention being literally on the beach to the comfort of the home and amenities, nothing was lacking. Enjoying that amazing view any time of the day was the highlight of the trip. Will go back here if I got the chance. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Froma B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

LISA B., St. Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd time here and we will be back!!!
We stayed here last year (Feb 2022) and loved it so much we decided to do it again this year. Can't say enough good things. The location is perfect, the rental is superb. Such craftsmanship, uniqueness, comfort. I love being able to sit on the couch on a cool night with the fireplace on and the doors open to hear and see the surf. Morning coffee on the deck while watching the sunrise is the best. We will be back again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week in paradise
We loved the property. It was perfect for our family vacation. Our kids were at the Santa Barbara Zoo camp all week and spent the afternoons in the ocean. We couldn't have found a better place for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nic R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
The location of this place is amazing. We really enjoyed uniqueness of the property and having direct access to the beach. Being so close to the Miramar and San Ysidro is an amazing perk. We loved every minute of our stay and would happily come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

DENNIS S.

Liked: Cleanliness
small but charming
very thoughtfully recreated boat interior but anchored so you can just walk out to the beach and it is a great beach with long beautiful walks at low tide
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Perfect getaway with my husband. Great view and location. Property nicely stocked with everything we needed. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

christine m.

Liked: Cleanliness
MAGICAL =)
magical =)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

LISA B., St. Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot on the beach
We love this rental. The doors wide open to see and hear the ocean while the fireplace keeps you warm. Very cozy with everything you need. Comfortable bed and great shower. Rooftop deck with grill was an added bonus. We will return!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
First Beach House
I like the beach but my girlfriend is the big beach enthusiast, I am more of a road trip guy but wanted to give her the vacation of her dreams this year. I must say I was extremely impressed, it’s something I would definitely do again, I had a fantastic time. The location and rental property were perfect and the beach location wasn’t really that crowded even though it was June.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views
Overall the house is exactly as described. Small, quaint, rustic but cute. Fireplace was a great addition. Lots of extra towels linens etc. pullout couch surprisingly comfortable. Beach is amazing. Only complaint was the cleanliness of the dishes and silverware. Montecito was a mile walk and a great surprise as it is so pretty! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful beach front property with a great bed, linens & towels. Beach toys and kayaks included.
Easy directions for check in and out . Property manager was kind enough to drive our misplaced phone half way to the airport so we would not miss our flight.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teri G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Beachfront
What a dream to wake up to this view! Absolutely wonderful property. After celebrating a birthday with my mother, I came back to this slice of heaven and never left during my stay. The property manager was very responsive about an issue - thank you so much for that! I can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim J., PHOENIX

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Getaway
We really enjoyed our time at this property. One thing to note is that the hallway to your front door is shared by the downstairs unit, so you will encounter lost of noise as they enter and leave their unit. We really loved the patio on the top unit, which is where we spent the entire day. The rooftop patio is also nice, but needs a shade solution. We had one issue with the tv, were only able to get Netflix for 90 percent of the stay. After leaving a message with the manager and not getting a call back, we called again and they were able to assist to some point. There is VERY limited channels available in this unit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beach House
Exactly what we hoped for! The deck was a beautiful extension of the living space and the living space was just perfect for the two of us. All of the amenities to make our stay cozy and comfortable. We definitely plan to be back in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location
Amazing location! Steps to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Henry E.

Liked: Cleanliness
VALENTINES GETAWAY
We booked this property for three days over Valentines weekend. The property was everything we hoped for and more. Soon as we opened the door we were in love with it. The first thing that you see is the incredible view of the ocean. The decor is a lovely nautical theme with lots of rich dark wood. Go out the lower door and you step right on the beach. It was just perfect, so much so we inquired about staying an extra day. They were able to accommodate us and we enjoyed one more day of paradise.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boat House
The Boat House (upper unit) was great. Its a very good vibe with beautiful views. The upper unit was perfect for 2 adults but could probably hold 3. The neighborhood is really quiet and beautiful. Would recommend the Boat House (upper unit) to anyone looking to have a peaceful relaxing get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020