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Wonderful

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

Carpinteria, CA

Tomol Interpretive Play Area

3 min walk

Carpinteria State Beach

4 min walk

Tar Pits Park

19 min walk

Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)

26 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Other (See Description)

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

OWNER WILL CONSIDER LESS THAN 7 NIGHTS IF IT IS CLOSE TO THE DATE AND WE HAVE OPENINGS. EMAIL REQUESTS TO KATHY
CARPINTERIA...maybe it's not really the land that time forgot, but it doesn't take much time here to feel like you've eased back into a vacation from your childhood. Days at the beach are long and lazy, and balmy nights are livened up by walks up and down the main drag, stopping for ice cream, to window shop, or to just watch others stroll by. There's a wide variety of local restaurants, but not a major chain in sight (other than fast food, of course), and if you feel like staying out late, there's usually live music playing nearby somewhere.

We have a comfortable, well stocked house with cute beachy decor. It is the perfect place for a great relaxing vacation. New- this year --- a flat screen TV! We hope you enjoy the outdoors but if your favorite sporting event or something else is on-- the viewing is much improved. Dorrance Depot R&R has the flavor of the past with the accommodations that you want for your family today. Located within two blocks of just about everything, it's a short walk to the beach and wildlife sanctuary in one direction, and Linden Avenue's shops and restaurants in the other. Although it's rumored to have been the old railroad station, today's Dorrance Depot R&R is all about Rest and Relaxation. Unit A, a spacious single story beach cottage, has three bedrooms and two full baths, with a large and open living, dining, and kitchen area. The front porch and small grassy yard, enclosed by a picket fence, connect the inside to the outside, and add to the entertainment possibilities. There's plenty of secure storage space for your portable vacation gear (chairs, bikes, boogie boards, etc.), and the house is fully equipped with kitchen, bath, and linen supplies.

Be our guest!...You'll be counting down the days until you can come back again.

Keywords: House, apartment, beachhouse, condo, cottage

Property manager

Kathy Simon

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Infants are allowed but house is not baby proofed

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Small parties allowed if ended by 10:00 PM

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

$100.00 pet fee per stay

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

$500.00 refundable security deposit

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

Note from host: small parties allowed if ended by 10:00 PM

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

About the area

Carpinteria

Located in Carpinteria, this holiday home is near the beach. Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carpinteria State Beach. Check out an event or a game at Santa Barbara Bowl, and consider making time for Santa Barbara Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.

Carpinteria, CA

What's nearby

Carpinteria State Beach - 4 min walk
Tar Pits Park - 19 min walk
Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 5 min drive
Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club - 6 min drive
Rincon Beach Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

Carpinteria Station - 5 min walk
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
‪Carl's Jr. - ‬11 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
‪Taqueria Rincon Alteno - ‬17 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Great house to walk to the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Great house to walk to the beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great house to walk to the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great house to walk to the beach located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Tomol Interpretive Play Area and Carpinteria State Beach. Friends of the Library Used Bookstore and Tar Pits Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Carpinteria Station is 5 minutes by foot.

9.0

Wonderful

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7.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

29 June 2024

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

Great Getaway

The property was beautiful and clean! It was easily accessible to everything! The check in and out process was simple. We will definitely rent here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Benjamin D.

3 June 2024

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Not my favorite - Great location

Carp was great. Unfortunately, our stay was not ideal. I'll list out the pros and cons. Pros: 1. Property is in an awesome location with maybe 3-5 minute walk to the beach, and walkable distance to all the key Carp restaurants. 2. Outdoor shower definitely helps after beach. Cons: 1. General communication. When I booked the house, the confirmation gives the address, but it wasn't until when I checked in that I was provided that it's a unit A. I found that there is 2 other units in the back of the house at the end of the driveway, which made parking really difficult. When we arrived, there was another tenant that parked in one of our spots, and I almost hit the fence multiple times trying to pull in and out. Also, the unit comes with 2 parking spots, so I pulled in sideways to make it easier to get out. The owner visited the property the day before our last day and asked that I pull in more and over although I was within the spaces. I was unsure the necessity of that ask. 2. Cleanliness. Property owner asked if any other issues, and I mentioned that the sheets felt a bit sticky, that there was wet things in the dryer and what appeared like dried snot on one of the fleeces. The owner apologized about the clothes in the dryer, and she mentioned that they only cleaned the throws once in a while. I felt that dried snot on the bed should have received a bit more than that response. There were other things, but I'll leave at that. 3. Neighbors are very close in proximity.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tari M.

28 Apr 2024

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

Cute Beach House

My family and I enjoyed our week in this cute beach house. There was plenty of space and great access to town or the beach. We would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Missy S.

10 Jan 2024

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

Wonderful Beach Town Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the walkability of everything Carpinteria has to offer from this house. It's a quick walk to the beach, the trails along the beach bluffs, the salt marsh area, and Linden Avenue restaurants and shops. The home is as pictured with parking available behind the house on the driveway. There's one bedroom and the primary bedroom/bath down a hallway off the kitchen. The other bedroom and bathroom are off the living room.We would gladly stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Rhonda and Jeff B.

4 Dec 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Close to the beach

Decent property, but could use some TLC

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Edward A.

29 Oct 2023

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

Fall break

The house is within walking distance to the beach and downtown. The charcoal grill was unusable ( the grates were very rusted and eroded and there was no basin to catch ashes. We spoke to the host and she directed us to borrow a grill from a neighbor who is one of her renters. That grill was not much better but we were able to BBQ. There were dirty dishes in every cupboard and the house could use a deep cleaning. The guest bathroom has mold and is very outdated. The house had ample room for our group and we did have a great time in Carpinteria. If the items listed above were corrected, I would rate it higher.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

5 Jan 2023

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

cottage in carp with plenty of room for four to six adults.

This is our 5th trip to Carp and first staying at this property. We chose it because it's dog friendly, has three bedrooms, and near the beach. Due to Covid, only three adults made the trip and no dog, so there was plenty of room for us. Like many beach cottages, it's a bit 'salty and sandy' and it was exactly what we expected. It exceeded our expectations and we hope to return next year. The owner, Kathy, was very responsive.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher g.

13 Nov 2022

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

Family wedding

My wife and i and our four adult children and one grandchildd stayed in the house. We brought2 dogs. The house was comfortable and roomy. Great location! The owner e to dtay again!!was responsive and reachable. Would lov

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

20 Aug 2022

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

Family reunion in our hometown

My brother and I gathered here with our families for a week of fun together in our hometown. The place was just the right size for comfortable & relaxing fun & dinner parties with more friends. The layout is ideal with enough space to cook & hang out together while also allowing privacy for all. The location is perfect & the porch is perfect to enjoy sunny morning coffee! We’ll be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jamie h., chandler, AZ

12 July 2022

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

Fantastic Location

My whole family had a great time at Dorrance. The home was very spacious and in a really great location. We hope to come back again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Carol D., San Diego

12 June 2022

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

Great location great property

Very large rental house. Kathy & Phil (property owners) were fantastic. Super helpful, even let us park our bikes in their garage. House looked like it had been recently touched up with new paint and more than met our needs. Carpet was worn and maybe that’s why it looked dirty. Loved the fenced in front yard for our dog. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

25 May 2022

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

Perfect location

Kathy was great, stayed in touch through email (which was perfect for us). Home was clean, well stocked, really comfortable and in a very nice location, walking distance to the beach. Will definitely look for this rental every time we visit Carpinteria

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Vin B.

18 May 2022

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

Great for large families and friends to gather!

This property came in very handy for my son’s graduation! We had quite number of family and friends coming from out of town and it was a great place to gather. Our condo is around the corner, but is tiny and cannot handle a large number of people. The house is equipped with what you need for a comfortable stay. My cousin even made a seafood boil for dinner one night and used all the pots, pans and serving dishes that came with the house! Location is perfect! Kathy gives you a list of what the house is NOT equipped with and so you know you need to bring extra toilet paper and paper towels, beach towels and beach chairs, zip locks and laundry pods for the washer and dryer. Kathy is quick to respond and communication is great. The house could use some TLC. Maybe a fresh coat of paint on the cupboards and bathrooms. The carpet is clean, however it is showing wear and tear…ripping it out and putting down a different floor would make it look sleek and easier to clean (just my opinion) . The glass on the bathrooms could use a little more windex to get rid of soap scum. But, would I rent it again? Yes. These larger rentals are hard to find in Carpinteria!! We put it to good use! Many thanks!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Valerie S.

5 Jan 2022

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

Pleasant home in a great location

Fabulous location. Quaint home. We enjoyed our stay. There were some dirty dishes though and cobwebs and dust in the higher to reach areas. The sink in the master bath was draining too slow to really use and there was a bowl to catch water under the sink. We never did figure out how to work the TV but there were plenty of other things to do.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Jamie N.

18 Apr 2021

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

Little getaway

We enjoyed our time.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

tricia o.

30 Dec 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, but house was a bit run down

The house was very cute and very walkable to the beach, restaurants, etc. The house had all supplies a guest needs and the setup is very user friendly for a family. The drawbacks are that the house itself is pretty rundown. With exception of the bathrooms and kitchen, the flooring is old and musty carpet. The dishes were not clean and had food residue on them in the cabinets and silverware drawer. The dryer had about a half cup of sand in the bottom when we checked in and the lint trap had not been cleaned. While we never felt unsafe and the neighborhood is very cute, the houses next door were a bit sketchy. Our stay was expensive, otherwise these inconveniences may not have stood out quite so much. We are grateful to have found a place in the SB area.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

1 Dec 2020

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

Great Get-Away

Easy check-in/check-out. Property owner was responsive. Directions were clearly posted. Great location!

8/10 Good

Rainee B.

2 Aug 2019

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

Loved this house!

The location of this house can’t be beat! The parking, location, yard, space- everything was amazing. The only complaint that I have, would be the cleaning. It looks like a lot of the cleaning is left up to the tenants- which I didn’t mind much, but there are a lot of things I think should have been considered like vacuuming under furniture. The couches, beds, etc didn’t look like they’d been vacuumed under in quite some time. There was also remnants of previous tenants (leftover clothing under the bed), as well as food splatter on the side of the fridge, and there was still some caked on food in some of the pans we used. The experience and comfort of this house was stellar- I just think it could be cleaner. We had a great time, and I would definitely stay again!

8/10 Good

jeff m.

14 July 2018

quaint carp beach house

very quaint, clean, beach house located near beach & easy walk to downtown. Owner was very accommodating with our needs. We'll be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

carolyn s.

2 June 2018

Carpenteria Home

We found the house to be very comfortable for our party of 4 adults. Furnishings were adequate and proximity to restaurants and beach was perfect. The owner responded to the problem with WIFI right away, although it was unable to be resolved during our stay. I would suggest an additional fan for the third bedroom and more attention to detail in cleaning the bathrooms and stove. Definitely a nice place to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

15 Apr 2017

Carpenteria Bungalow

We are a family of 4 and were quite comfortable in the Carpenteria house that has an open floor plan. It's just a short easy walk from the beach. We walked everywhere! Great restaurants, shops and relaxed reading on the front porch. Neighbors were helpful with places to visit nearby such as Ojai. Wonderful spot for all ages and will return!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Amy d., San Francisco

31 Aug 2016

Cute cottage, great location

We stayed 1 week in this cottage with our 2 toddlers. We loved Carpinteria, and the location of this cottage which is perfect. 2 blocks from the beach, 2 to 3 blocks from all the shops and restaurants. Note: the cottage is also close to the train tracks, but the noise didn't bother us. The train only comes by once in a while and is quite fun to see and hear, not overwhelming. It never woke us up, either at night or during nap time. The owner Kathy communicates very well and I was able to get a response from her within an hour or two whenever I had a question or needed anything. The cottage itself is very cute and well equipped (pots and pans, coffee maker, blow dryer, washer/dryer, even a few beach toys which our kids enjoyed...). We felt like a few things could be improved on: the towels were quite old, as were the pans which were pretty badly scratched. The cleaning wasn't perfect when we arrived: there was still coffee in the coffee machine, some sand in the living room, the kitchen and shelves were a little sticky... And it would be nicer to have duvets with washable covers on the beds (not bed spreads or blankets which are harder to keep clean) - especially since some tenants come with their dogs. We enjoyed the TV and the DVD's that were available. Thank you!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

30 Jan 2015

Wonderful Bungalow in Carpinteria

My family of 6 plus two toddlers and my yellow labrador retriever stayed at this wonderful cottage for 9 days. The small fenced yard was well manicured and safe. The house is charming and in great condition. The owner, Kathy is great to work with. The beach, park and downtown are a 5 min. walk. We had terrific walks along the bluffs every day. The house is stocked with everything you need. I couldn't have been happier with this cottage! We had the best time!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charles B., California - Central Valley

22 Sept 2012

BEST BEACH COTTAGE IN CARP

The owners are very responsive and pleasant and the location is absolutely fantastic as well as the space. Easy 5 minute walk to everything means no need to drive during the entire vacation. The cottage is well kept and provisioned and has plenty of space as well as great parking. This is THE PLACE TO STAY IN CARPINTERIA !

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Frances C., Irvine, CA

5 Sept 2012

Charming

Our family enjoyed this charming home. The bedrooms are cozy and well-furnished. The kitchen and dining area were comfortable, and we loved to be able to walk to the beach. This home is well-located for a relaxing stay in Carpinteria.

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Simon

Kathy and I first started coming to Carpinteria in the early '90s, visiting the state campground during the summer months with our friends and a slew of our kids. Even then, we were struck by the seamless and immediate transition into vacation mode that this timeless place inspired. A few years after that, we bought a smaller place near the beach that would allow us to take advantage of the coastal environment on a year-round basis. At the same time, our friends Pat and Terri Collins were making Carpinteria a regular vacation spot with their large group from Bakersfield. We bought our current property in partnership with Pat and Terri, and have now earned our stripes as 'part-time locals', counting many first-name relationships with local business and restauarnt owners as a badge of beach honor!

Why they chose this property

The sleepy nature of Carpinteria is due in large part to the fact that it was originally established as an agricultural outpost, not a resort. The current makeup of the town features numerous beautiful flower farms strung along the base of the eastern foothills, a state beach and campground on the southern end of town, and a large wildlife preserve to the north. These elements have acted as a natural barrier to development, leaving Carpinteria as one of the most unchanged and pristine beach communities on the Southern California coast.

What makes this property unique

In Carpinteria, the automobile is a non-essential item, and if your pedometer isn't logging more miles than your odometer, you need to rethink how you're spending your vacation time. Our house is located in a unique three block square that is an equally short walk to the beach, the wildlife preserve, the state park, and all restaurants, shops, and amenities. Don't feel like walking anywhere? That's OK, porch-sitting is a well respected and frequently practiced activity.

On the other hand, if you just need to get up and go, Santa Barbara is a short 10 mile drive straight up the coast, either using highway 101, or wandering along scenic back roads. Ventura is 15 miles south, and can also be reached either by the express highway 101, or taking the roundabout way along the coast, or through Ojai.