Romatic Beach Cottage | Easy Beach Access, Fireplace, 10 Mins to Santa Barabara

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A deck with a table set for dining, surrounded by Adirondack chairs, and a blue umbrella providing shade.
A kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a view through the windows.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a TV.
A gravel pathway flanked by dense hedges with a wooden gate and a white picket fence in the background.
A living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a wall-mounted mirror.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Montecito, CA
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fernald Point
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Butterfly Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Main Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Montecito, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. Travellers looking for local activities can try Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Map
Montecito, CA

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fernald Point - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Butterfly Beach - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Montecito Village Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Hammond's Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bettina - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romatic Beach Cottage | Easy Beach Access, Fireplace, 10 Mins to Santa Barabara pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Romatic Beach Cottage | Easy Beach Access, Fireplace, 10 Mins to Santa Barabara?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Romatic Beach Cottage | Easy Beach Access, Fireplace, 10 Mins to Santa Barabara on 7 Nov 2027 start from AU$2,836, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Romatic Beach Cottage | Easy Beach Access, Fireplace, 10 Mins to Santa Barabara?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romatic Beach Cottage | Easy Beach Access, Fireplace, 10 Mins to Santa Barabara?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romatic Beach Cottage | Easy Beach Access, Fireplace, 10 Mins to Santa Barabara?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romatic Beach Cottage | Easy Beach Access, Fireplace, 10 Mins to Santa Barabara located?

Located in Montecito, this family-friendly Santa Barbara holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Fernald Point. Butterfly Beach and Hammond's Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Quaint cottage in great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and wonderful cottage. My husband and I had a great week at this wonderful spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage in great location

Clean, walkable, simple check in.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you for visiting Seashell Cottage. Glad you enjoyed your stay and you are welcome back anytime. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet seaside cottage

The property was lovely..well appointed and comfortable bed..Gardens well tended...Aside from construction noise very quiet.A serene tranquil spot in which to relax
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming cottage in beautiful Montecito

We particularly enjoyed the antiques and charm. Great extras like available beach chairs and a stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
So great to hear! We love that you had a fantastic time at our charming Seashell Cottage. You're welcome to come back and enjoy anytime. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Last minute family trip

Great location, very responsive to our last minute family vacation. Kids enjoyed the home and local to the beaches and downtown Santa Barbara.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
So happy we were able to get you all set up! Seashell Cottage is such a little gem by the beach and town! Thank you for being our guest and we hope to welcome you back soon. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

The cottage was really lovely. It was a really nice size for my husband and I. There were so many thoughtful amenities that made the stay really nice. Communication with the property manager was really fast and helpful. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Cute beach house

Nice rental
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Cute beach house is good with us too! Glad you enjoyed your stay. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

My family with 2 young kids had a wonderful time at Seashell cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Excellent! So nice to hear you had a wonderful stay! Seashell Cottage for the win! We appreciated the 5 stars and you are welcome back anytime. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Montecito beauty

We enjoyed this cute cottage in Montecito while vacationing and moving my son to Goleta. It was very quiet and we enjoyed the peace of the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you for being our guest! So nice to hear you enjoyed your time at our peaceful and quiet cottage by the sea. We appreciate your review and you're welcome back anytime. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

review

quaint, comfortable, good location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

Adorable cottage, lovely garden, great area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2023
Super! Glad you enjoyed this sweet charmer! We hope to welcome you back soon. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

April break

Great rental
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cute Cottage

Secluded Cute and cozy cottage duplex with a creek running out back. Close to shops, restaurants and grocery stores.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2024
So great to hear you enjoyed your time here! Come back anytime! Thank you for the lovely review and being a great guest. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It’s was a cute and very clean place. We will go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
So thrilled you had a GREAT visit with us at Seashell Cottage. Thank you for being our guest and we would love to host you again. Thank you for the lovely 5 star review. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location in montecito

Walk or bike to everything in montecito and even SB by bike
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
So great to hear! Glad you enjoyed your stay and your biking adventures through town. Until next time! Thank you for being our guest. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute, owner’s treasure

Cozy, comfortable, well appointed, lovely theme. Small place has everything needed, including relaxing deck above riverbed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2023
Great, glad to hear you had a lovely stay! Thank you for being our guest and taking the time to review us. We hope to host you again! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Classic beach cottage

Seashell cottage is a unique, classic beach cottage, enlivened by distinct nautical antiques and souvenirs tastefully arranged by the owner. It feels like a well-loved retreat. Sitting on the back deck overlooking Montecito creek is almost as enchanting as strolling down to the beach. Peaceful delights await either way.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Dear Martha - thank you for the lovely review! We hope to see you again in the future. Paradise Retreats Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A really lovely spot

This is a cozy, comfy cottage in a stellar location. It was a great home base for our adventures in the area. Our experience was affected by an ant infestation in the living area. The maintenance team was very responsive in coming out to set traps but they take a few days to work and by then we were at the end of our stay. Other than that, a really great spot to spend some time!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location - Walking Distance to the Beach

Our family loved the Seashell Cottage for our spring break trip to Southern California. The cottage sits along a pretty little creek, which provided great ambiance for sleeping. The weather was a a bit rough for us and the surrounding community, but the location was still wonderful. Quick access to the beach and quick drives to downtown Santa Barbara and Montecito allowed for amazing restaurant and shopping options. The setup worked well for my wife and I as well as our two teenage kids. We would definitely stay here again, if the opportunity were to arise, and hopefully the weather would cooperate to take advantage of the backyard deck and close beach access. Thank you for allowing us to stay, we had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Fantastic! We're so thrilled you had a great time here! Thank you for being such great guests and we really hope you get a chance to visit us again. You did get to experience some rare weather for our area. Thank you for the kind review! Until next time! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A very cozy place

My wife and I and our teenage daughters stayed here for two weeks this August. The house is simple and adorable and is a 4-minute walk to the beach. The availability of beach chairs and a beach umbrella was a big plus. The property manager wouldn't tell us if these were available, but the property manger's communication was otherwise excellent. Grilling in the back of the house, overlooking the creek, was a particular pleasure. Do get a tide chart app so you can figure out when you can take walks on the beach. We would love to come back.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2024
We're so excited to hear you and your family had a lovely time here. Such a great location for summer beach days and BBQ's. Thank you for your review and we hope to host you again. Until next time! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This place is beautiful, clean, and in a great location. However, I definitely listed fireplace on filters when searching for a rental and the fireplace did not work. We have been told a maintenance person is looking into it now but that doesn’t change the fact that I couldn’t use it. It probably sounds trivial, but I live in a place that is too hot for fireplaces & they are nostalgic for me. It would have been nice if someone came to fix it while I was there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful, perfection beyond words. Exceeds all expectations

The stay at Seashell cottage is a joy for the soul. Perfection. The house is lovingly restored by the friendly owners,Dr Susan and Michael. They’ve spared no effort or expense in providing every imaginable amenity for the comfort of their guests.Starting from the state of the art fireplace and modern kitchen, to the comfortable bed. Everywhere you look there’s beauty combined with functionality..The kitchen- well stocked. The laundry place with every cleaning product provided. The beautiful antique stain glass windows have been transported by the owner from his own home to install here. The antique furniture is exhibition worthy and cozy The house is in a quiet lane, a stone’s throw from the fabulous Miramar beach. And there’s a garden tended to regularly And to top it all off, a brook runs behind the private porch. It was truly a privilege to be able to spend several weeks in this exquisite, quiet, private place Thank you Susan and Mike for creating a home of caring and beauty.
Stayed 20 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil & Lovely

What a lovely cottage this is. We enjoyed the lovely, tranquil setting very much. The deck overlooking the seasonal creek is spectacular and much time was spent there. The main bedroom has an antique bed that is extremely high. I couldn't get in and out of it comfortably so slept on the trundle/day bed which was just fine. In fact I loved it! My sister enjoyed the antique bed and found the mattress comfortable. We had quiet people like us staying next door for most of the time and heard almost nothing through the shared door/walls. A much louder person checked in on our last night with a very loud voice and we could hear every word from her and her visitor. The peace and quiet factor depends on who you get next to you. We look forward to staying here again as the vibe is lovely. The road this property on is historic. Very quaint and atmospheric. If the tides are cooperating you can easily walk down the path to the beach. At low tide you can easily walk from Hammonds to Butterfly by walking to the right. Scenic and gorgeous! The train adds to the atmosphere in my opinion - not disturbing in the least. Simply marvelous!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun getaway in a great location

We had a really fun beach trip and enjoyed the house and location. Had everything we needed and I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Hi Emily, Thank you for the 5* review, it's very much appreciated and we hope to see you again soon! Best Regards, Paradise Retreats Team
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