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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Montecito, CA
  • Place, Butterfly Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hammond's Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom Suite 1

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2 - Shared

Bathroom Ensuite 1

Powder Room

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Sea Steppe - Contemporary Comfort Near the Beach

3 BEDROOMS | 2.5 BATHROOMS | 8 GUESTS

Montecito’s comfy Paradise Retreats beachside grandeur is summed up at Sea Steppe from the decor to the landscape. This home is centrally located where a 10-minute stroll in one direction lands you at Butterfly Beach and 10 minutes in the other is Coast Village Road ready for dinner and shopping.

This Mid-Century Modern two-story home consists of a spacious primary suite with two walk-in closets, a balcony, and a jacuzzi tub. There are two additional bedrooms and a bathroom, a kitchen that features a large Sub-Zero refrigerator and sitting area, a living room with an additional dining area, and a full laundry room. The most captivating element is the outdoor space that includes an outdoor dining area complete with a fountain, a separate fire pit, hot tub, and an outdoor shower.

PLEASE NOTE: Commonly shared areas with the neighboring property are the private gate entrance, driveway, walkways, and open backyard.

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Multiple outdoor entertainment spaces
- Spacious living and bedrooms
- Private hot tub and jacuzzi bathtub
- Short walk to the beach
- Two Bicycles and beach items provided

FAQ's:
-Cancellation Policy: See "Policies" tab above
-Property Address: Available after reservation confirmation
-TV's: 3
-High Speed WiFi: YES
-Coffee Maker: Automatic Drip
- Pet Policy: Call us!
-Bedroom/Bathroom Details: See "Rooms and Beds" tab above
-Parking Max: 2 Cars (Garage-0 / Driveway-2 / Street-Limited)
-# of King Size Beds: 1
-Air Conditioning (A/C): YES
-Party Rentals/Hosted Events: Prohibited

**GUEST AGREES TO ELECTRONICALLY SIGN OUR RESERVATION AGREEMENT within 2 days of booking. (Emailed to Guest upon booking.)**

POLICIES:
- Quiet Hours 9:00pm - 9:00am. Please respect our neighbors.
- Minimum Age of Primary Guest: 30 years or older.
- No smoking on property.
- Pet Policy: Call us!
- No party rentals or hosted events.
- Check-in time is 3:00pm or later.
- Check-out time is 10:00am or earlier.
- Manager/Homeowner reserves the right to deny reservation.
- Until confirmed, rates are subject to change.

Please note: We require an eSigned short-term rental agreement before finalizing your reservation.

Pets may be considered at this home but require written authorization and additional fees.

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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9342445
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Santa Barbara

Montecito, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. Casa Del Herrero and Rafael Gonzalez House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Andree Clark Bird Refuge and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center. Travelling with kids? Make time for Santa Barbara Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Santa Barbara Bowl. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Montecito, CA

What's nearby

  • Butterfly Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hammond's Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fernald Point - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Miramar Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Andree Clark Bird Refuge - 2 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪AMA Sushi - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Reunion Kitchen + Drink - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea Steppe - Contemporary Comfort Near the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sea Steppe - Contemporary Comfort Near the Beach?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Steppe - Contemporary Comfort Near the Beach on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$1,115, 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 Sea Steppe - Contemporary Comfort Near the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sea Steppe - Contemporary Comfort Near the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea Steppe - Contemporary Comfort Near the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sea Steppe - Contemporary Comfort Near the Beach located?

Located in Montecito, this family-friendly Santa Barbara holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Butterfly Beach, Hammond's Beach and Miramar Beach. Santa Barbara Zoo and Montecito Village Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 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. 28 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

George S.

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

Wonderful house, great location

Very comfortable with everything anyone would need for a very enjoyable stay. We are looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Wonderful! We're so elated you enjoyed your time here at Sea Steppe! You are welcome back to enjoy anytime. Thank you for being our guest. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emalie S.

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

Great house, amazing location

Want to come back every year!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
This is great news...let's get you booked for next year! So happy to hear you love the Sea Steppe and it's ideal location. Thank you for the 5 star review. Until next time! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loren S.

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

Montecito Vacation

This is a great place to stay to enjoy Montecito and Santa Barbara. The house and all the accomodations were great. We would highly recommend this property and would be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
So great to hear you had a fantastic time here at Sea Steppe. Thank you for your 5-star review and you're welcome back anytime. Hope to see you soon! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M Owen O.

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

Beautiful and comfy in a great location

Very well maintained. Great property. Such a nice getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Hi Linda, Thank you for the lovely review! We hope to welcome you again in the future. - Paradise Retreats Team -
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Wonderful and clean

Great location, quiet and clean. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Hi Nicole, Thank you for the great review, we hope to see you again in the future! Paradise Retreats
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Awesome location

Lovely, quiet place in a great location. 11 mins to walk to the beach and lower Montecito. The kitchen was amazing and so well stocked it made cooking in a breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy r.

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

Pretty, private, peaceful property

Our mother/daughter/ friends weekend trip was perfect at this pretty, private, peaceful property with walk ability to Butterfly Beach, shops, and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Sea Steppe and the location worked well for you. Thank you for the 5 star review and being our guest! We hope to host you again soon. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

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

Wonderful house

The house is beautiful and the check in/out process super smooth. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

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

Montecito Wedding Weekend

Beautiful home, walkable to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
We're ecstatic that you enjoyed your stay at Sea Steppe. Thank you for being our guest and you're welcome back anytime. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Gorgeous home

We had the best time at this lovely home. It’s extremely private and beautiful. The location is central to beach and shops. Kids and adults enjoyed this stay immensely
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for your review, and we're so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeff s.

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

Great house. Close to lots of great spots.

Only negative is the noise from highway and the train.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Dear Jeff, Thank you for the 5* review, we very much appreciate it! We hope to welcome you again in the near future. - Paradise Retreats Team -
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Nice Place

Nice house. We lived the kitchen and spent a lot of time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan A.

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

Will be back!

The entire stay exceeded our expectations, from check in to check out. The house had everything we needed and is a beautiful oasis just a short walk from shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Exceeding expectations is our goal! Nailed it! We love that you had a great experience and enjoyed your time at Sea Steppe. Please come back to enjoy anytime. We really appreciate the 5 stars! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis W.

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

Weekend getaway with family

Beautiful home, fantastic location. Extremely clean and comfortable. Just as advertised. Would love to return when we could stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Hi Alexis - thank you for staying with us and choosing Paradise Retreats. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

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

Absolutely loved this home in Montecito!

We loved the location! We walked to the town and rode cruisers to the beach, which you can also walk to. We went to the Santa Barbara Bowl three nights in a row. It is an amazing venue surrounded by nature. Will definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for the 5 star review and being our guest at Sea Steppe! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and the ideal location. Yes, the Santa Barbara Bowl is amazing and one of our favorite places for a concert too! We would love to have you visit again. Sincerely, The Paradise Retreats Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Highly Recommend

My family and I stayed in this home when we were in town for our daughter's college graduation. It had all the amenities we wanted and the location was amazing. The outside space was so nice for our family to hang out together as well. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Sounds like you had an amazing time with family and created lasting memories. So nice to hear Sea Steppe met your expectations and then some. Congrats to the Grad! We appreciate the 5 star review and are looking forward to hosting you again soon. Sincerely, The Paradise Retreats Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Can’t wait to return!

Perfect home for our family. Well equipped in every way. Nothing wanting! We did not want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Everything was wonderful

We could not have picked a better place for our family of 4 to spend a week in Montecito. The home was very clean, comfortable, nicely decorated and well stocked. The check-in was easy and the host was friendly and responsive. And location location location - 10 minute walk to the beach, a 10 minute walk to the restaurants and shops on Coast Village Road, and an easy drive to Santa Barbara. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Wonderful! We're so thrilled you had a fantastic time and experience with Sea Steppe and our Team. We appreciate the lovely 5 star review and hope to host you again. Until next time! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

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

Beautiful Quiet Home in an Awesome Location

The home is clean and spacious. My daughter in a wheelchair had no problem maneuvering around the main level. The kitchen was well-stocked as described in other reviews. The multiple spaces allowed for adults and kids to hang out in separate areas. The large dining table was a bonus and was able to accommodate the two families who stayed as well as my sister’s family who visited us during our stay. The location was fantastic. We were able to walk to restaurants and shops easily as well as the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Large house for 6 of us

We enjoyed the house, location and hot tub. Outside lighting on the walkway to the house would be helpful. Prompt response from Property Mgr was appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Dear Susan, Thank you for the 5* review! We very much appreciate it and hope to welcome you again soon at one of our properties. - Paradise Retreats Team -
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

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

Perfect Girls' Getaway

This house is so great that it just sucked us in. We spent hours by the fire just talking and relaxing. It was perfectly appointed and so comfortable. Will 100% be back at another time! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for your review and for being our guest! We hope you come back soon. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda Perelli W.

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

Family Gathering

The numerous choices for outdoor seating and the amazing live plants and landscaping were fantastic. The plants were interesting, full of birds, and gave the place a sense of intimacy. The house was beautiful and the kithen had plenty of glasses, wine glasses, dishes, utensils, pots and pans, etc.We loved that the kitchen and master bedroom had high quality water filters for drinking water - very much appreciated.Everything was clean and lovely. The only thing that was not appreciated was the very VERY strong soapy-fake smell on the bed linens, that was impossible to avoid. Possibly from dryer sheets. Other than that, it was perfect in every way for a family gathering both inside and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

So good I want to keep. It a secret.

All summer we’ve been going to Santa Barbara... different Vrbo sometimes Bacara sometimes both. This property top to bottom was five stars. Like a cozy room in a museum with five star applicannces, bedding, cleanliness and location. The photos are great but house bigger better and cleaner in real life. We rented to have a small celebration... my wife and I stayed simultaneously at Bacara to give our guests the house. And us the hotel amenities we are used to .. honestly the second night my wife just wanted to stay in this cozy house over the ocean view at Bacara. I had to drag her out... best house I ever rented. Well worth the high price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Hi Mark, Thank you for the wonderful review, it's much appreciated and we are so happy that you had a nice time! Best Regards, Paradise Retreats Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jerry b.

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

good times

really good times. ...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thanks so much for being our guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Perfect stay!

Gorgeous, comfortable home. We especially enjoyed viewing all the music concert posters. Kitchen was fully stocked, and beds were all so comfy. We look forward to returning in warmer weather!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Dear Susan, thank you for choosing Paradise Retreats for your stay. We hope to welcome you again soon! Paradise Retreats Team

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