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Gorgeous Private Casita in Perfect Location...Walk to Beach/Shopping!

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Iron gated entry
Gorgeous locking iron gate
Main Entry
Entry Courtyard
Spacious Living Room with wood burning fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 497.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Butterfly Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hammond's Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous Private Casita in Perfect Location...Walk to Beach/Shopping!

Charm, comfort, and location!!! Surrounded by unsurpassed landscaping, the casita exudes the Santa Barbara / Montecito lifestyle.

Nestled in the heart of 'Baja Montecito' guests have within easy walking distance, the perfect blend of the most beautiful beaches in Santa Barbara and elegance of Coast Village Road. Coast Village Road boasts a variety of restaurants and shops for your convenience.

Walking to the world famous Biltmore Hotel or the newly opened Rosewood Miramar Hotel adds to a perfect vacation experience.

With downtown Santa Barbara just a short 5 minute drive away, the casita is private, yet central to all of your vacation needs.

While relaxing in the casita you will enjoy a beautiful large sunny private courtyard as a perfect sanctuary. It is an amazing place to take a spa, dine outdoors, or just relax while listening to the fountain and enjoy the refreshing sea breeze.

The antique furnishings throughout your vacation casita adds to the charm and comfort. Every room has a wonderful combination of antique and beach - - all with comfort in mind. The gas burning fireplace creates a warm ambiance of a beautiful beach vacation home.

This fabulous Montecito location is known as a great starting point for a number of activities including walking, jogging, bicycling or surfing.

If you choose to be active, or want peaceful tranquility, Casita Montecito will give you a wonderful vacation experience.

PLEASE NOTE:
14% OCCUPANCY TAX IS NOT REQUIRED FOR STAYS 31 DAYS OR LONGER.
PLEASE CONTACT THE OWNER TO MAKE THE PAYMENT ADJUSTMENT


Keywords: Casita, Romantic, Pet Friendly,

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No gatherings of more than 8 people.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets allowed with owner approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No outdoor noise after 9:00PM

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No gatherings of more than 8 people.
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number 187

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Private Casita in Perfect Location...Walk to Beach/Shopping! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous Private Casita in Perfect Location...Walk to Beach/Shopping!?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous Private Casita in Perfect Location...Walk to Beach/Shopping! on 1 June 2026 start from NZ$661, 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 Gorgeous Private Casita in Perfect Location...Walk to Beach/Shopping!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Private Casita in Perfect Location...Walk to Beach/Shopping!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Private Casita in Perfect Location...Walk to Beach/Shopping!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Private Casita in Perfect Location...Walk to Beach/Shopping! located?

Located in Montecito, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Butterfly Beach and Hammond's Beach. Miramar Beach and Fernald Point are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

SeasideHerb C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lynn’s casita exceeded our expectations in every way possible. The house is very comfortable, the location is outstanding.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Amazing home!

Lynn's home was absolutely perfect! We'll be staying here again when we visit Santa Barbara!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melissa g.

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

Perfect location

We loved our stay in this beautiful casita. Lynn was very welcoming and the home had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mallory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and comfortable property located in a quiet and calm neighborhood. Nice private yard where you can sit, grill, layout, or take a hot tub. Take a safe, 10 minute walk to a nice beach. We had a wonderful, peaceful stay. Highly recommned and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clyde S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lynn was a delightful host. Lovely casita in a beautiful spot — quiet, clean, spacious. We would happily stay again and we don’t always say that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Great

Great property and host.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

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

Montecito Long Weekend Retreat

We had a wonderful time in Montecito and surrounding areas and the Casita was perfect for our needs. Short walk to beach and village shops/restaurants and pet friendly for our dog. We will make this our go to location when visiting Santa Barbara going forward
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaleigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lynn was an exceptional host. Check-in was easy, everything included in the casita was easy to find. Lynn quickly responded to any questions that came up. The area was great- walking distance to the beach and shops. Our family felt extremely comfortable with baby and small dog. We had a great stay and would love to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika I.

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

Perfect for us

This was exactly what we needed. Incredibly relaxing, well appointed and super convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni H.

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

Montecito magic

Loved our stay at Lynn’s casita. The home is fully stocked with kitchen cooking essentials, spices and coffee! We love the outdoor space with spa and chaise lounge chairs. Also it is an easy walk to Miramar Beach and Montecito Village. This was our second time staying here and highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy J.

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

Loved this beautiful casita!

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The location is perfect for short walks to the beach or shops and restaurants. We really liked hanging out in the beautiful courtyard which was very private. The house was very well stocked and comfortable. Looking forward to returning again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

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

Perfect Montecito cottage

Everything as advertised and better. Easy walk to the beach and restaurants on Coast Village Rd. Great value for the price and size. Hot tub was fab. Quiet. Excellent communication with owner. Will stay again next year!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025
Thank you Carl! You were a joy to have stay in the casita. I look forward to seeing you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie N.

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

Beautiful home and garden

The property manager was very attentive. Pretty home and garden! Easy to walk to the ocean or to the main restaurants street. Had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Long Weekend

Long weekend stay in a beautiful part of the world in a casita that is nicely appointed, well located and managed/overseen by the owner. Can't beat that. Our stay was just right. Recommend staying here for anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura e.

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

Girls trip!

Amazing Casita so close to the beach, restaurants, hiking and wine country. Private patio with hot tub was amazing at the end of our long days hiking! Easy walk to the beach with our coffee in the morning. Well equipped kitchen, comfy large sectional couch, and washer/dryer a bonus! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Wonderful Casita!

This home is beautiful and in a wonderful location for visiting Santa Barbara and Montecito. We could walk to the strip of restaurants in Montecito and getting onto the highway to SB was very fast and parking was super easy! I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

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

Quiet getaway

This lovely cottage is perfect for a secluded getaway just outside Santa Barbara. Perfectly appointed, the house includes a hot tub, gas grill, a patio, and a chef's kitchen. Lynn was a perfect host, and I cant wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECTION IN PARADISE! My family had a wonderful stay at this beautiful casita over the 4th of July weekend. The location is ideal - steps away from quaint downtown Monticito, a 10-minute walk to Butterfly Beach (which was the perfect place to watch the fireworks on the 4th) and less than a 5 min drive to downtown Santa Barbara. The beds were super comfy, the home is bright and open, the kitchen is well stocked and the outside patio with the fountain was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the incredible weather. I can’t wait to come back soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

Perfect

We finally found our perfect place in Montecito. We have stayed at other properties, but this one checked all the boxes. The Casita was cozy and comfortable. We loved having a fireplace on chilly evenings. The patio was large and inviting. The location was especially great. Quick walk to Coast Village Road or Butterfly Beach. We will be back.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabor F.

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

A gem in Montecito - ideal location near Santa Barbara

We loved our stay at the casita. It is comfortable, well equipped and maintained, and in a great location: on a quiet road, close to the beach. Perfect for a family. The check-in instructions were clear. Lynn is a great host - it was easy to communicate with her whenever we had a question. We would love to return whenever we visit the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

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

Great Location!

Comfortable casita with lovely walled in patio set in a lush established garden with fountain. The living room overlooks the garden and is quite private. It’s about 5 minute walk to Coast Village Road where there are numerous excellent restaurants (my favorite Tre Lune.) It’s about 7 minute walk to Butterfly Beach which is a lovely walkable stretch of beach. We stayed 3 weeks and would stay there again.
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette S.

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

Wonderful Stay at an amazing home

We cant say enough about this property. Lynn’s home was warm, inviting, comfortable and in a wonderful location. We spent our Thanksgiving weekend at the Casita with our two daughters (a student and older daughter drove up from LA) and had one of our most memorable trips together. Easy walk to the beach and to the cute shopping area in Montecito and a short drive to downtown Santa Barbara we love love love this property! We definitely hope to stay again. Thank you, Lynn!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorretta L.

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

Quiet and Clean

The Casita is located an easy walk to downtown Montecito, and short drive to Santa Barbara and lots of restaurants, although a bit intimidating with all of the construction along the freeway and in the neighborhood. Surprisingly quiet, nonetheless. Cute place with all the amenities you could want.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

Super cute casita!

We had a wonderful stay! I would suggest arriving when the sun is still shining because the area is very dark at night. Everything was very clean and stocked. The backyard is really beautiful and the perfect size. Location was perfect! Probably the only thing that I wish I would have been told before I booked was the "No activity or noise after 9PM". We didn't have an issue but, it is pretty limiting. 10PM during the week and 11PM on weekends seems more reasonable. Lynn, the host, was super sweet and very accomodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

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

Love this place

Love this place
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lynn Rutherford

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We are retired teachers that have always wanted to live in Montecito. Our dream came true in 2000...
We have been members of VRBO for over 15 years taking pride in maintaining and updating the casita to meet the needs of our clients.

Why they chose this property

The casita truly is in a fabulous location.

This area of Montecito is very beach oriented. It is a quiet area with many options for any outdoor activity.

We live in a separate home at the end of the driveway which allows for great communication to meet our clients needs.

We also take pride in the cleanliness of the casita as well as the maintaining a beautiful landscape.

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