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Stunning coastal views surround Costa Vista's beachfront accommodations.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a stainless steel range, microwave, and coffee maker.
Relax in this inviting living space with a flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and stylish ottoman.
Relax in this stylish living room with a dark blue sofa, patterned rug, and a cozy ottoman.
Stroll through this serene garden surrounded by vibrant flowers and lush greenery, adjacent to a paved walkway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (179)
The price is €194
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Casa Jardin

About this property

Entire place

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

Just steps from the beach

NOTICE: Effective July 1, 2024 - California Senate Bill 478 (SB478) eliminates hidden fees. The nightly rate quoted for this property includes the rental rate, host fee (cleaning fee) and 14% local taxes and VRBO service fee. SB478 applies to all hotel & vacation rentals throughout the state of California.

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.

Welcome to coastal living at Costa Vida Cottage. We are less than 500 steps to the ocean in “East Beach”. This 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 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 (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!
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this cottage's great beach location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Barbara Zoo. Laundry facilities are available. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the beach
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo and 6 minutes from Santa Barbara Harbor
Just steps from the beach offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Santa Barbara cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Lee

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Property is also known as

NEW Listing Renovated two Bedroom Vintage Cottage Steps Beach
NEW Listing Renovated two Bedroom Vintage Steps Beach
Just Steps From the Beach Cottage
Just Steps From the Beach Santa Barbara
Welcome to 2021 in the American Riviera
Just Steps From the Beach Cottage Santa Barbara
Grand Re opening!!!! Welcome Home to the American Riviera
Welcome to the American Riviera Just Steps From the Beach!

Just steps from the beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 250 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Annual Happy Visit

We have been staying here every summer for several years now and always love it. Super kind hosts, terrific location and adorable, well appointed cottage. Feels like our home away from home. We always look forward to returning! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi P., Mount Shasta, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Beach House

The property was exactly as described & close to the beach. A beautiful home with all the amenities you need for your vacation. The kitchen is well stocked, the house tastefully decorated & the owener has included beach essentials like towels & chairs. I would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memories and wine revisited

Very clean, well appointed, quaint, quiet cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

We Loved Everything About The Place

This cottage was perfect. It was clean, comfortable, roomy, great location and fully stocked with everything you could need. We loved everything about it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TL W., Eugene, OR, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

What a charmer!

We absolutely loved this cottage near the beach! Very clean, darling decor, comfy beds and pillows, cute outdoor space, great parking, quiet street, a sweet welcome surprise, great water pressure, and very easy two blocks to the beach. Both of us would stay here again and hope to! Thanks for a sweet visit. We appreciate you sharing your place with us
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edmund D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Five stars
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah-Nell W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, Cozy Bungalow Close to the Beach

If you are looking for a cute, cozy bungalow steps from the beach and walking distance to the Funk Zone, this well apportioned bungalow is for you!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cutest Cottage

Loved our stay! Neighborhood is so safe and walking distance to the beach. Listing justice describe. Beds are so comfortable! Would definitely recommend and rent again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

Beautiful home in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Escape

Excellent location and great home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tere D.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Holiday House

Think of the English cottage in the movie "The Holiday," but Santa Barbara style! My friend and I stayed here for 2 nights, and we were blown away by everything! This location in East Beach is very walkable to the Funk Zone, Stearns Wharf, State Street, and the ZOO. The Botanical Gardens and the Mission, only a 10-minute drive. We are both bed aficionados and couldn't believe how comfortable they were, including the luxury linens (soft towels too)! The place was spotless, every detail covered and sipping wine on the patio a guilty pleasure. Do not hesitate...book this wonderful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cottage

A wonderful stay in a beautiful cottage that was clean, centrally located and love the decor and special touch to details..
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B., Alamo, California USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming cottage

Great location and cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya J.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Lovely Bungalow

A lovely bungalow, well appointed and quiet. We visited in Feb and found easy parking. Beds were awesome and this home is very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well done

One of the best vacation home experiences I have had. Very clean, good location, accurate to listing. Responsive host. A warm welcome at arrival - I especially appreciated bottled water available when I walked in the door. Well equipped kitchen, and good amenities. Easy walk to East Beach. Neighborhood was very quiet, too. I wouldn't hesitate to rent this property again! I agree with the high ratings Lee is getting on this house!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anjali P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly like the listing!

Cute cottage in Santa Barbara steps away from East Beach, a short walk to Stearn’s wharf and 1 min drive to get onto 101. Clean, and exactly as pictured with comfortable rooms and lots of items in kitchen and towels in the bathroom. Also great as it has free parking, both with a small driveway and plenty of street parking in front of the house. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming cottage right by the besch

Lovely cottage in really convenient location- had everything you need- we stayed over the holiday and enjoyed the festive decorations throughout-
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas cheer

We enjoyed our stay. It is better than pictured - well appointed, very clean, excellent location. Many thoughtful touches including Christmas decorations and even a tree. Love the regular decor and everything seems new and fresh. One minor drawback which I only mention in case one plans to work here: internet connectivity can be spotty. This was not a problem for us. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous stay!

Perfect home and location for our family gathering. The attention to detail was amazing and amenities very thoughtful. I highly recommend and look forward to my next visit to Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness

SB Thanksgiving

This place made the trip super easy. Came with everything we needed for cooking, bath amenities, linens, you name it. Decor was adorable and the house always smelled great. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Adorable and quiet neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sisters Reunion

The property was perfect for us. Loved the high end appliances, soft comfy beds, living area. Classy touch with the bottle of champagne and cupcakes. Recommendations: Sturdier bathmat in bathroom, and a mirror in the back bedroom. If you turned the dresser toward the wall, you could access the plug. Women need to get ready with blow dryers, etc. With one bathroom, this would be helpful. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot

We were visiting for our son’s bday. Perfect little cottage, nice amenities and walkable to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024