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Affordable, end unit on courtyard in desirable La Cabaña! Steps From beach

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A street view with a building labeled "SANDYLAND" and "ELV."
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a staircase.
A concrete play area with a sign reading 'TOMOL INTERPRETIVE PLAY AREA' and a fenced enclosure.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area.
A building with a sign reading "LA CABANA 4880 SANDYLAND RD."

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Carpinteria State Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Carpinteria, CA
  • Place, Carpinteria State Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tar Pits Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Double Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Affordable, end unit on courtyard in desirable La Cabaña! Steps From beach

Stay where summer never ends, and the fun is always in full swing! Enjoy this lovely ground floor, one bedroom/one bathroom condo, steps from Carpinteria City Beach (aka “World’s Safest Beach”). Updates include tile floors throughout, a new king-sized bed with memory foam mattress, and two sleeper couches. This unit is perfect for an action-packed beach weekend getaway or a quiet week-long visit. La Cabana’s prime location has easy access to the outdoor BBQ area and communal patio; hang out or dine al fresco. The association boasts a pool and lush tropical grounds. Whether you walk to great restaurants or enjoy the quick driving access to Santa Barbara; this unit is perfect for you. Get the best of both worlds; enjoy nearby mountains as well as the historic coast. Carpinteria is California's best kept secret and still has its “old beach town” atmosphere. An ideal location for your next California getaway!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 626515vb
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 deadlock

About the area

Carpinteria

Carpinteria is home to this condo. Santa Barbara Harbor and Tee Time Practice Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary and Andree Clark Bird Refuge. Check out an event or a game at Santa Barbara Bowl, and consider making time for Santa Barbara Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Carpinteria, CA

What's nearby

  • Carpinteria State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tomol Interpretive Play Area - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Friends of the Library Used Bookstore - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tar Pits Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 7 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Brass Bird - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Spot - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Affordable, end unit on courtyard in desirable La Cabaña! Steps From beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Affordable, end unit on courtyard in desirable La Cabaña! Steps From beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Affordable, end unit on courtyard in desirable La Cabaña! Steps From beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Affordable, end unit on courtyard in desirable La Cabaña! Steps From beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Affordable, end unit on courtyard in desirable La Cabaña! Steps From beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Affordable, end unit on courtyard in desirable La Cabaña! Steps From beach located?

Situated in Carpinteria, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Carpinteria State Beach, Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park and Tomol Interpretive Play Area. Friends of the Library Used Bookstore and Tar Pits Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Carpinteria Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 73 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Fabulous location, great instructions for check-in and check-out, very clean, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Incredible location, with everything we could need included, and very clean. They had beach towels and chairs, boogie boards, books and puzzles to use. The pool and patio area were very nice as well. Robert was a great communicator! Close to the beach, the train station, and downtown. We didn’t even need a car. The community was very welcoming and helpful, too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect and the unit had everything we needed. The sofas and the bed were very comfortable. Parking was a breeze. Overall a really good place to be.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little unit. Walking distance to the beach. Quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is wonderful -It is so close to the beach and they had everything you would want to enjoy the beach- chairs, umbrella, beach towels, boogie board, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect location for us! Steps away from the ocean, downtown Carpinteria and the Salt Marsh and a short drive to see the seals. We were also close to our new grandbaby, and got to see her every day after she was born. We would stay here again and have shared the info with other family members.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 February 2026
Dear David, We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. And congratulations on the new grandbaby. My brother and I spent our childhood on this beach many years ago and we are delighted that a new generation will be making memories here. --Andrea
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little place.

Great little place! Enjoyed breakfast at the courtyard and the pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice property.

Had fun, close to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Unfortunately, the entire silverware set in the drawer was filthy, with food residue and stains on many of the utensils. This made me question whether some of the dishes had been properly cleaned as well. We ended up putting them into the dishwasher again under stani rinse cycle and .The couch was also very dirty and visibly soiled. Both extra sleeping pillows were stained, including noticeable large brownorange discoloration on them . There were no extra blankets available for use. The unit was extremely hot. It has an old gas wall heater with a continuously lit pilot light that seemed to add heat to the unit around the clock. Honestly, it felt like a safety concern. I’m not even sure there was a carbon monoxide detector installed. I also expected at least some basic toiletries, such as soap for the shower, but the only thing I found was an old bottle of shampoo tucked away in a cabinet. Overall, this is a solid two-star unit that is priced higher than what it offers. That said, the pool area and the overall complex are excellent and very well maintained. We only used the unit for 48 hours, and it served its purpose, but I would not rent it again. In my opinion, this is a two-star property being presented in four-star condition. We high use regulars in the Carp area and just wanted to try a last minute Labor Day rental with the family. Carp never disappoints
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

6 sunny days

The place suited me. The complex is attractive, with chairs & tables right outside the door. Beach chairs & boogie boards are provided.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable

Great location and just a few steps to the beach. The pool is a plus also. The unit is comfortable and the people are friendly. The parking access is easy too.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 February 2024
Thank you, Thomas. We are glad you enjoyed your stay--Carpinteria is a special place, please come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The proximity to the beach is the best! We watched the sunsets on the beach every night we were there. Excellent! The neighborhood was very walkable & safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Town of Carp

Location is perfect and even though we didn’t use all of the beach gear the Condo definitely had you covered…..boogie boards, beach chairs…..real quiet neighborhood and really friendly……..
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

For the love of the surf

Perfect location and perfect apartment for body surfing and exploring Carpinteria, Rincon, Ventura, Montecito and Santa Barbara
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay right by the beach

Property as advertised. Nice complex, quiet, so close to the sand, easy parking, pool fairly warm. Unit slept 2 adults in the bed and a kid in each pull out. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break Fun

It was the perfect spot for our family and definitely affordable. It is a very close walk to the beach and downtown. The property felt clean, it was also quiet at night and it being a downstairs unit was a plus. The kids also enjoyed the pool. I would definitely stay again as Carpinteria is our favorite place to be.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

great location

Stayed here to move my daughter into UCSB. Worked great. Did not get to visit the beach that was RIGHT there. seemed nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What an awesome place!

My 3 kiddos and I had such a great vacation! The chairs, bogeyboards, and umbrellas were very much appreciated for our long days at the beach. We would walk the very short distance to the beach for the day, then walk to dinner at one of the restaurants nearby. It was a wonderful reset before school starts!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation plus

Our accomodations could not have been nicer. The owner thought of everything guests could possibly want or use. They went out f their way to make us feel at home. We will definitely use them again!!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

family vacation Carpinteria

We had a great time. Nice for a beach get away. Only complaint is that you listed pool, but pool was way too cold for our kids to swim in. We never saw anyone in the community use the pool in the week we were there.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

5 star location

Beautiful pool and gardens. Very dated decor, dirty cookware and mattress. Dark. Noisy upstairs. Broken, old furniture.
Stayed 89 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Carpinteria location

Loved our stay, everything was clean, and tons of supplies in the apartment. The apartment complex has the friendliest neighbors too! A block walk to the beach. There is no A/C so it gets a little stuffy in the unit. But just open the windows and a great breeze comes thru. Super easy check-in and the complex is very safe. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach trip at La Cabana

This is very nice condo, very clean and nicely decorated. It was actually nicer than I thought! The neighborhood is quiet and the complex is well taken care of. The condo has a lot of nice touches including beach gear, games and books. My husband and I traveled with our adult son, who slept on a fold out couch. We enjoyed the patio area outside for coffee in the morning. It’s an easy walk to the beach, which is where we spent most of our time. It was very enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Did not like anything, terrible, never again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Too dark can’t open shades

It was clean but you need shutters so you can open them to get light in without pulling open an entire shade so everyone can see in. Your management Robert and I think her name was Julie were fabulous!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
The guest had contacted us immediately upon arrival and while many things were discussed, the blinds were not a topic of that discussion. The unit does have blinds that both go up and down offering a variety of options for privacy. While this has been the first time it has been brought to our attention, we have passed on the feedback to our owner and will continue to strive to make all guests happy and heard.

About the host

Hosted by Robert Bierman

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We are local property managers that work hard to ensure your stay will be a pleasant one.

Why they chose this property

Carpinteria is fun, and while at La Cabana you can enjoy a ground floor condo with a bbq close by tables and pool around the corner. Walking across the street to be at the beach, makes for a carefree getaway. Good times await.

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