Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
22 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Downstairs unit bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Upstairs unit bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Entire Beachfront Home With the Unique Charm of a Sailing Vessel
The Boathouse
Paradise on the beach! Sitting right on the sand at one of the most beautiful semi-private beaches in Santa Barbara, The Boathouse is the perfect retreat! This property is located on the best part of Miramar Beach! Constructed of teak, mahogany and white spruce, accompanied by etched and stained glass windows, this unique cottage has been designed to look and feel like a well-built custom sailing vessel. The property consists of two separate one bedroom/one bathroom units joined by a connected stairway inside and a common entrance from the outside. Each unit can be rented separately (sleeping 2 adults and 2 children) or together for a maximum of 6 to 8 people. Please take into consideration that this property is equip with multiple sets of stairs that are required for access down to the unit and down to the beach. As is typical with many Santa Barbara homes, this property does not have AC. Open windows and the use of fans allow ocean breezes in to keep the house cool during hot summer months.
The Upper Unit features a fireplace and larger enclosed deck. The Lower Unit sits closest to the sand. Views are unobstructed from the deck as there is no railing and just sandy beach below. During high tide you may just be able to dangle your feet in the water from the deck! At either property you can relax and enjoy the amazing view as you listen to the sound of the surging waves. Let the waves lull you to sleep in a comfortable queen size bed. For your entertainment, this cozy cabin is also equipped with a television, cable TV and wifi. However, you will be too busy enjoying the outdoors! Just a few steps to the sand, where plenty of beach accessories await for your enjoyment chairs, umbrellas, kayaks and boogie boards included.
When you are ready to enjoy a meal, a small kitchen provides all that you need for cooking or step up to the roof deck for your barbequing pleasure! (Deck is shared with lower unit). If eating out at great restaurants is more your style, Montecito's lower Village is only a mile away and downtown Santa Barbara is a short 10 minute drive.
Please Note: If both units are rented by separate parties, expect some interaction due to the nature of the internal stairs, upper deck, shared laundry, and common stairs to the beach. This property is equipped with multiple sets of stairs that are required for access down to the unit from the parking lot and down to the beach. It may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues.
*Take advantage of the lower rates now! Rates have been discounted until Summer 2019 as there is construction happening next door at least until summertime. We have no control over this, and the noise levels may vary/ be non-existent, depending on when you book. Please keep this in mind while looking!*
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
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Guests are required to submit their signed contract and initial payment to Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara no later than 24 hours after booking.
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Important information
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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
Frequently asked questions
Is Entire Beachfront Home With the Unique Charm of a Sailing Vessel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Entire Beachfront Home With the Unique Charm of a Sailing Vessel?
As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Entire Beachfront Home With the Unique Charm of a Sailing Vessel on 19 June 2026 start from AU$1,433, 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 Entire Beachfront Home With the Unique Charm of a Sailing Vessel?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Entire Beachfront Home With the Unique Charm of a Sailing Vessel?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Entire Beachfront Home With the Unique Charm of a Sailing Vessel?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Entire Beachfront Home With the Unique Charm of a Sailing Vessel located?
Nestled on the beach, this Montecito holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Fernald Point. Butterfly Beach and Hammond's Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
House was perfect for our needs. Location is the best and home had everything we needed to cook, relax and enjoy. Great balconies for sitting and relaxing beachside.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for staying at our Boat House property. We hope you enjoyed your stay with us. Looking forward to having you stay with us again.
We had an amazing and relaxing time. You really feel like you're on a boat and the house is fully stocked with kitchen supplies, towels, beach chairs and games. You can't beat the location!
Katie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2020
Hi Katie, Thank you for your valuable feedback to let us know you enjoyed your stay. We're pleased to hear you loved the well stocked home and beautiful beach location. We hope to see you return for another stay as our guest sometime soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
CHERRY C.
10 July 2024
Perfect Pre Wedding
We were attending our granddaughters wedding and this made a perfect place to relax before the wedding festivities began. Everything was clean and well stocked - The view was excellent and we enjoyed people watching.
CHERRY C.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara L.
9 May 2019
Great little slice of heaven
The house is really cute. It’s as pictured, just quite small — which doesn’t matter when your front yard is the ocean. Very well equipped, we had absolutely everything we needed. Comfy beds! Tiny bit of a musty smell, but again, it’s the beach. Perfect location!
Sara L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback, Sara! The musty smell does come with the beach, but we will try to minimize that in the future. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified
8/10 Good
Elaine H.
30 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
The view and proximity to the beach was unbeatable! Wonderful kitchen with everything you could need if you don't want to eat out.The cell phone receptibility left a lot to be desired. Fortunately, my friend was able to Wi-Fi connect on her phone. I could not. Also had some initial trouble with the code boxes for the master keys for both units.Also be aware if you are older, this property has many stairs, and some areas could cause a misbalance.Otherwise, my friend and I enjoyed our stay thoroughly, and I am already missing the sound of those ocean waves, which come very close to the property at night!
Elaine H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa B.
25 Apr 2019
Great location for our short stay in Santa Barbara
The Boat House just right for our family visit to Santa Barbara for Easter weekend - five adults fit cozily and comfortably in the two bdr/2 bath units (upper and lower). Kitchen well stocked. Bedroom beds comfy - downstairs sofa bed was fine. Plenty of clean towels, sheets, blankets, etc and beach toys, though we didn't use any. Only issue was mildew odor from drains when we first arrived that dissipated after windows opened. Wifi helped us watch NBA Playoffs on our devices as Boat House TV/Cable was limited. Construction warned about before renting did not get underway until 8 AM Monday morning - so no issue. All and all, a heavenly spot to be in for three nights - utterly peaceful and charming. Owners/property manager was attentive and responded quickly to all inquiries.
Lisa B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your feedback! We really appreciate it and hope to welcome you back soon.
Great vacation spot. We spent a week there. Would do it again. The stairs from the bedroom to the kitchen are dangerous at night Owner should add a railing and night light.
Ray M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2021
Hi Ray,
We are glad you enjoyed your time with us. We will definitely look into the stair situation. Thank you very much for that feedback, always very helpful to hear straight from our guests.
Best, Meagan VROSB
The Boat House is a super cool bungalow just steps to the beach. Both top and bottom units are well decorated like spacious cabins on a fine yacht. The "galleys" had everything we needed to prepare fine meals. The units are well furnished and equipped with everything else needed for an enjoyable stay at the beach. The sunrises over the water were incredible. The beach walks excellent. We could not stop gazing at the ocean through large picture windows, We will be back to stay here again!
- The Nielsen Family
Charming, very clean house with a well equipped kitchen if you like to cook. The location and ocean view were unparalleled. So easy for the kids to go directly on the beach. Stocked with everything you would need for the beach. We would definitely go again!
Sheila G.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind feedback, Sheila! We would be happy to welcome you back to the Boat House.
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