Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel!

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A cozy room with a fireplace, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a view of the sea.
A cozy living room with a white sofa, wooden shelves, and a view of the deck with an American flag.
A wooden room with a bed, a round mirror, and a window with a stained glass design.
A cozy, wooden-floored living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
A circular window with a view of outdoor furniture and a plant.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Located along the shore, this 1-bedroom vacation home accommodates 4 guests and features 1 bathroom. It offers beach views and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Engage in nearby activities like sailing, kayaking, and rock climbing, while also enjoying access to golf options. Attractions include Miramar Beach and Fernald Point.

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 41 bedroom2 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Butterfly Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Montecito Village Shopping Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel!

The Boathouse—Upper Unit (1 Bed/1 Bath with a sleeper sofa in living room). Please inquire if you would like to book both Upper & Lower levels together (2 Bed/ 2 Bath) or see listing titled "Entire Unit". Property code for entire unit: p4170118

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. 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 barbecuing 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.

When flying into the area, the property is easily accessible from Santa Barbara Airport (only about 20 minutes away) and Los Angeles (90 miles south).
The Boathouse is truly a relaxing place to get away for it all! Come and escape to Miramar Beach!

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. The interior carpeted stairs have walls on both sides but no railings, additionally the small set of exterior stairs leading down from the unit directly onto the beach does not have railings.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests are required to submit their signed contract and initial payment to Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara no later than 24 hours after booking.
Reserving guests will be required to complete a secure ID verification during the booking process. Failure to do so will result in void reservation.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4220315
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

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Montecito, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are worth checking out. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and cycling.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fernald Point - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Butterfly Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Montecito Village Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hammond's Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel!?

As of 26 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel! on 31 August 2026 start from NZ$2,129, 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 Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom 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).

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