Just steps from the beach

Aerial view
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

About this cottage rental

Nestled in Montecito, this lovely cottage for $325 per night is a fantastic choice for your next break. Cleaning Protocol: As one of the few vacation rentals licensed for short term occupancy, we are dedicated to providing a clean and safe environment for our guests. In accordance with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines we have adopted specific disinfection protocols. Housekeeping staff has been instructed to wash their hands and put on impermeable, disposable gloves before they begin cleaning. High-touch surfaces such as counters, doorknobs, tables, hard-backed chairs, remotes, light switches, wardrobe and cabinet handles, sinks, bedside tables are part of a two-step cleaning approach using soap and hot water, followed by disinfectant solution. Low-touch surfaces such as floors, walls are cleaned using hot water and detergent. Towels, linens and other laundry are cleaned on high heat wearing disposable gloves. Following the disinfection process cleaning staff disposes of all gloves and thoroughly washes hands. Before, during and after the entire process the cottage is ventilated. Welcome to coastal living at Costa Vida Cottage. We are less than 500 steps to the ocean in “East Beach”. This newly renovated cottage, complete with all new furnishings, beds and luxury linens offers two bedrooms (2 queens) each with flat screen tvs. The generously sized living room has a great room effect, including the dining area complete with mountain views and an adorable updated kitchen and vintage charm. Enjoy the recently constructed front courtyard with gas BBQ and dining for 4 guests from this front unit of a cozy duplex. Four sand chairs, umbrellas and a cooler are provided for beach activities! We offer a Kryptonite Evolution Ground Anchor set in concrete for securing bikes in the driveway. Please provide your own bike lock and/or cable. East Beach offers bike rentals as well as kayak, beach chair & umbrella rentals during the summer season. There are many places to enjoy in the Santa Barbara area including the Zoo which is about a five minute walk from the cottage. Stroll the boardwalk to enjoy miles of coastline. The Funk Zone (revitalized industrial area repurposed with trendy wineries, brew haus and shops) is a 5 minute ride for wine & beer tasting. Just steps away is Convivo Restaurant — fine dining on an ocean front patio. There is plenty of on-street parking in front of the cottage as well as a driveway. NOTE: Street cleaning Mon/Tues 1-3 p.m. Take a sunset cruise from the Harbor. BCycle offers electric/assist bike rentals around the corner from the cottage on both Milpas and Cabrillo. Local Artisans display their wares on Sunday along the coastline. Loads of shopping & dining can be found along State Street. There are concerts at the Santa Barbara Bowl under the stars. The Waterfront Shuttle departs in front of The Santa Barbara Inn taking you along Cabrillo for under a buck while the Downtown Shuttle takes you up State Street. The Botanical Gardens are something to see in Santa Barbara and Montecito. Montecito is a 3-4 minute drive south for some nice restaurants and shopping, also home to Butterfly Beach across from the Four Seasons hotel. Located steps from the cottage is Tri-County Produce (family owned, local produce) offering an array of goodies to prepare your homecooked fixings. Enjoy a softball game or a workout at Cabrillo Park around the corner from the cottage. The choices are endless at this East Beach location. Craft the vacation you need as you choose. You’ll find the cottage to be open and comfortable with everything you need to enjoy a memorable stay year after year. Reserve your “go to” vacation spot today. We hope you enjoy your stay!

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV

Map of Montecito, CA

Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(198 Reviews)
5.0
Jan 2024
Well equipped and nicely furnished. Great location and all very comfortable. Would recommend.
2.0
star 3 emptystar 4 emptystar 5 empty
Jan 2024
Good: The place looked exactly like the photos. From a hosting perspective, everything was executed extremely well. And it was the cleanest short term rental I've ever stayed at in terms of dirt, dust, stains, etc. The furniture was very nice and comfortable, including really nice bedding/mattresses. The place had every possible thing you could need and then some. Bad: Random ants would show up in the kitchen, dining room, living room, and bathroom and get on/in our stuff. The house has a strong "old house" odor throughout, but we got used to it quickly. My wife slept with the baby in the back room and I slept with my other kid in the carpeted room. That room has a strong mildew odor that I initially attributed to the "old house" smell, but once I laid down, I realized it was much stronger. It's more noticeable when laying in bed because it seems to be coming from the floor/carpet. The first night I got into bed before 10 PM and couldn't sleep due to the odor. Finally, around 1:00 AM, I gave up and opened the window (it was 45F outside). It helped with the odor, but then there was an owl hooting all night. I finally fell asleep around 3AM and had to be up before 7 with the kids. This was our only full day in town and it was rough. The second night, I opened the window before bed and it helped again, but between the train horns, hooting owl(s), cars and people passing by, and the cold, I didn't get much sleep. I'm happy to be home.
5.0
Jan 2024
Wonderful cozy cottage in an incredible location! Our kids loved being so close to the beach, so close to the zoo, so close to public transit to downtown Santa Barbara. You can’t beat this location, and we appreciated all the thoughtful gestures like holiday decorations, Prosecco bottle, fresh flowers, and ground coffee. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
5.0
Dec 2023
The property was clean, comfortable, and well-stocked. It had a really cozy feeling, and we enjoyed celebrating Thanksgiving there with family. It was within easy walking distance to the beach and walking paths.
5.0
Nov 2023
What a comfortable convenient place to stay. I will be back for Sure!
5.0
Nov 2023
House was very comfortable and had everything we needed
5.0
Oct 2023
Great location. Property as presented, roomy great style, clean, very close to the beach. Communication was great. Check in easy. Well equipped kitchen. We will be back
5.0
Oct 2023
This cute cottage was perfect location to the beach, and quiet little neighborhood. Close to the zoo as well. The beds were so comfy!!

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Montecito?

The average price for a rental in Montecito is $485 per night. This rental is $160 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Just steps from the beach . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Just steps from the beach pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Just steps from the beach ?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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