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Park Place Paradise
Beautifully Furnished Large ONE BED studio/suite With private bathroom and entrance . Plush Queen Size Bed, 42" T.V, high speed internet, Large private Bathroom, private patio, kitchenette small refrigerator with freezer, microwave, fully equipped. Patio area is for your use only, BBQ. Studio attached wall with the main house. Near Montecito Shopping and dining, 1.5 miles to beach, 2 miles to downtown Santa Barbara and harbor. Bike rental 1 block away. Please no smoking, only by your parking

SantaBarbara'sBest@East Beach
Santabarbarasbest@eastbeach (1200 sq. ft) is located in a beautiful, inviting coastal community at East Beach with 1 BLOCK walking distance to the BEACH, zoo and our beautiful Cabrillo Blvd walking/cycling/skating and running path. Montecito/Santa Barbara dining and Funk Zone are within walking distance or minutes away by car. Walk to Reunion restaurant for ocean side dining. The condo has morning sun that smiles at all rooms with warmth and lighting that empowers your day. 1 parking sp

Private and Cozy Studio
Our private studio is great for couples or single professionals who need a quiet place to work. Studio is furnished with one Queen bed and a two twin beds (trundle bed comes from underneath the twin bed in the picture. Private bathroom and access to our backyard, some guests have used it for Yoga, Meditation and for their kids to run around 10 minute drive to downtown and/or main beaches. Private parking space included for one vehicle. Only minutes from hiking trails, UCSB, Beach, etc.

ART + Airbnb in the heart of the FunkZone
Something special is happening here. It's all about creativity, inspiration and fun, with some of the city's most amazing food, wineries, boutiques, and galleries just outside your door. The loft itself, is a living gallery, filled with thoughtfully curated art and design to experience first hand; connecting guests with talented and unique makers of every kind. Only a few blocks away beach aficionados can feel their toes in the sand. This is a magic spot to base any SB adventure.

Petite Retreat; Artist Studio
Our detached Spanish-style artist’s studio is within a 3 to 15 minute walk of all the best restaurants and shops in the lower Village of Montecito. It is an easy four block walk from the patio to beautiful Butterfly Beach. It is cozy, private and has a fabulous, hot, outside shower ! (Note; this shower is the only shower for the studio). Gaze at the stars while rinsing off the sand ! The studio space is small, and cozy, warm radiant concrete floors can be turned on in the chillier months.

Escape to Casita at East Beach!
Casita Orilla del Mar is a wonderful retreat one block from Santa Barbara's East Beach. The open-plan is spacious and very comfortable. The bungalow sleeps four with a queen bed in the master bedroom and a pullout double bed in the living room. French doors off of the Livingroom open to an inviting, completely private patio, built-in spa, outdoor shower, Tranquility fountain and outdoor dining with built-in barbeque. The gourmet kitchen is a cook's dream with in unit washer and dryer.

The Beach Loft- Private, Remodeled, Walkable!
This newly remodeled guest house is located in the coveted Montecito Oaks neighborhood. This ideal location is walking distance to many popular spots in Montecito; Coast Village Road the Rosewood Miramar Hotel, Butterfly Beach. This home has an upstairs loft with one king bed and downstairs includes a queen size pull out couch. The house has a gated private entrance, keypad locked front door, and your own fenced in yard and patio. Outdoor Amenities- Fire Pit, Ping Pong, Corn Hole

Montecito 2br Retreat
We're excited to welcome you to our rental that is a beautiful 2 bedroom - 2 bath located just a couple minutes walk from Butterfly Beach and Coast Village Road. Enjoy the avocado, lime, meyer lemon, orange and fig trees in the fenced yard. We encourage you enjoy any ripe fruit during your stay. Traveling with kiddos? We've got you covered with a pack & play, high chair, beach toys, kiddo plates/utensils, books & art supplies. We look forward to hosting your next stay in Montecito.

The Coconut
BEST LOCATION and private! In the heart of the lower village of Montecito you have a stylish separate cottage with private gated parking with a separate entrance. Walk everywhere! Play bocce or walk and shop at the Montecito Country Mart for dinner and ice cream. There is a private patio to enjoy a glass of wine in the evening. Butterfly Beach is a 10-minute walk away. New bed, spacious bathroom, AC and heat, large TV and updates.

Bright Spacious Studio Near Beach and Downtown
This private studio offers a fully renovated 1bedroom, a renovated full bath, living room area and a kitchenette with all stainless steel appliances. Studio offers one covered parking spot for one car. Home is one mile away from Downtown and Beach. Perfect stay for a couple, not suitable for pets or kids. We are located in the heart of downtown so street noise can be heard during commuting hours

Serene Montecito Studio w/ Private Garden
Escape to your dream Montecito retreat in this stunningly renovated studio casita. Every inch of this charming space has been thoughtfully designed and decorated with cozy comfort in mind, making it the perfect getaway for those seeking a tranquil escape. Stress free checkouts - enjoy your last morning with us, we will take care of the rest.

East Beach Studio!
Simple studio space located near East Beach and the Rainbow arch. Great location to walk around or hangout at the beach, if you're looking to go downtown its about a 30 minute walk to lower state street or the pier area along the beach or a quick drive.
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Beach Heaven
Destinations to explore
- Carpinteria City Beach
- Silver Strand State Beach
- Oxnard State Beach Park
- Butterfly Beach
- Rincon Beach
- Leo Carrillo State Beach
- Hollywood Beach
- West Beach
- El Capitán State Beach
- La Conchita Beach
- Port Hueneme Beach Park
- Mondo's Beach
- Hendrys Beach
- Ventura Harbor Village
- Solimar
- Los Padres National Forest
- Leo Carrillo State Beach
- Silver Strand Beach
- Santa Barbara Pier
- Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum
- Santa Barbara Harbor
- Shoreline Park, Santa Barbara
- Paseo Nuevo
- Solvang Windmill




