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Charming townhouse - Walk to the Beach

Holiday home in Carpinteria with kitchen and balcony

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park
  • Place, Carpinteria State Beach
  • Place, Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming townhouse - Walk to the Beach

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 townhouse with cute beachy decor. It is the perfect place for a great relaxing vacation. 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 b, a spacious2 story beach townhouse, has three bedrooms and 1.5 baths, with a large and open living, dining area. The large private patio, connects the inside to the outside, and add to the entertainment possibilities. The house is fully equipped with kitchen, bath, and linen supplies and has a 2 car garage. New this year-- An outdoor shower!

Be our guest!...You'll be counting down the days until you can come back again. See our other listing at vrbo listing # 133631.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Will consider a larger dog if it is non-shedding
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Small party or event is Ok as long as it is over by 10:00 PM

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Carpinteria

Located in Carpinteria, this holiday home is in the city centre. The Easton Gallery and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Santa Barbara Harbor and Tee Time. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Carpinteria, CA

What's nearby

  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carpinteria State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Friends of the Library Used Bookstore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tar Pits Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Bird - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Clementine's Steak House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Spot - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming townhouse - Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Charming townhouse - Walk to the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming townhouse - Walk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming townhouse - Walk to the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming townhouse - Walk to the Beach located?

Located in the heart of Carpinteria, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Tomol Interpretive Play Area, Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park 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.

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Simon

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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

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. 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

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