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Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Close to Santa Barbara Zoo, Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families

NOTICE: Effective 7/1/2024 - California Senate Bill 478 (SB478) eliminates hidden fees. The nightly rate quoted on VRBO for this property includes 100% of the rental rate, host fee (cleaning fee) AND14% local taxes AND all VRBO service fees. SB478 applies to all hotel & vacation rentals throughout the state of California.

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 pet friendly

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Total with taxes and fees
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Steps Sand Beach Views Private Fenced Yard Great Families House
Steps Sand Beach Views Private Fenced Yard Great Families
Steps Sand Beach Views Private Fenced Yard Great Families House
Steps Sand Beach Views Private Fenced Yard Great Families House
Steps Sand Beach Views Private Fenced Yard Great Families

About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • West Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Reunion Kitchen + Drink - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & 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: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & 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.

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Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. Great for families Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 316 out of 344 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 344 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 344 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 344 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 344 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

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

The best of Santa Barbara

Perfect location, quiet and comfortable cottage, lovely fenced backyard, great for friends and families and pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy p.

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

Cute cottage near the beach

Perfect place to stay over a wedding weekend in SB!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna D.

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

Great location

Right next to the park and beach. Lots of fun in walking distance. Loved the mountains overlooking the ocean
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ann B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice beach cottage

Lovely location near East Beach. We truly enjoyed our stay in Santa Barbara!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corrie S.

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

Perfect location

It was great to walk to beach and downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin H.

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

Holiday Season Fun

Had a blast at this property and was a beautiful place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerard S.

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

Great location and place

Place was a great space for two couples, and was well decorated for our beach stay. Close to beach and shopping. Just what we were looking for!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Perfect location with a beautiful courtyard!

This property is in the ideal location for families. The zoo, beach and parks are all less than a 15 minute walk away.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Fantastic location

Clean excellent backyard. Easy walk to zoo and state street stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

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

Perfect location

This was the perfect cottage for our week long stay. There were so many extra amenities, we truly felt at home. The back patio was so beautiful, and the ocean view was an added bonus. If we ever visit Santa Barbara agian, we will definitely look into staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie S.

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

Great location, enjoyed our stay

My husband and I enjoyed our stay with our 2 dogs. The location of the property is close to everything including a 5 min walk to the beach. House is great for a couple or small family. Inside needs to be freshened up a bit with decor and cleanliness but overall we had a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle L., Santa Barbara Ca,

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

Great Location!

Adorable back yard. Had all the beach gear you need Chairs, Boogie boards, Cooler. Walking distance to Tri County Market and the Beach. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci B.

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

The Perfect Place

I loved how accessible this place is to the beach and to town. There's no better value for the location in town. It's spotless and made my trip spectacular. Don't miss this gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great Location, lovely cotrage

Perfect for a stroll to the beach. Had all the amenities that we needed. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

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

Perfect in every way!

Wonderful location for beach, running/walking, bike riding, and downtown Santa Barbara. Charming cottage, generously appointed, good beds, private backyard, very quiet. Host is committed to excellent experience for guests. Will definitely go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse A.

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

Perfect Location and Wonderful Stay!

We had an amazing stay at this place! The location is absolutely perfect—just a one-minute walk to the ocean, making morning and evening strolls along the coastline truly unforgettable. There's also a market nearby, making it super easy to grab wine, tea, or anything else we needed.The house itself was spotless and had everything we could possibly need. The backyard was spacious enough for our dogs to relax comfortably, which was a big plus. The owner was very responsive and made our stay worry-free.Another highlight was the food—within walking distance, we found a great taco stand and an incredible taco food truck. Both were delicious!Without a doubt, we will stay here again when we visit Santa Barbara. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARYANN L.

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

Lorna B.

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

Walk to beach from colorful, clean, comfortable cottage

This was the perfect ‘home’ for three women friends to get beach time and to walk to dining and shopping. We appreciate the availability of beach items to use, off street parking, close to Sprouts market, cleanliness of the home and colorful decor. The beds were comfy… even the sleeper sofa. Lots of towels and bedding to use. Nice patio too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keeley B., Ogden, USA

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

8/10 Good

Irina K.

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

Winter break in beautiful Santa Barbara

The location is absolutely unbeatable. It is literally a few minutes walk from lovely and vast East beach as well as a nice supermarket and restaurants. It is very close to downtown as well. The property has a very pretty fancied and private backyard that is ideal for a meal as well as for a dog. The condo has everything necessary for a cozy stay. We spent very happy 2 weeks there exploring beautiful Santa Barbara and surroundings. Very enjoyable
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gregg P.

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

Can't beat it

Great small cottage to spend a few days in while visiting Santa Barbara and the surrounding area. Location is ideal to the beach, a walk to downtown, or a drive to any of the wonderful scenic locations nearby. Communication could not have been any better - clear, quick, accurate. Clean. Property and amenities just as advertised. Definitley would go back if we're visiting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah-Nell W.

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

Amazing, cozy spot!

This place was exactly as advertised. A cozy spot close to East Beach. It's the PERFECT place for you if you plan on eating at the many fantastic restaurants nearby. It might not be the best fit if you plan on making a lot of your own meals. That being said, we had a fantastic visit, were pleased with the property management, the amenities, and the location. I will definitely be back next time I'm in Santa Barbara :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill & Jennie C.

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

Rachel M.

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