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Coral Cottage- Just minutes away from Butterfly Beach & Montecito's Lower Village!

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Cozy features in main house living room
Private hot tub on patio
Main House- Side view
Large kitchen with stainless steel appliances in main house
Primary bedroom with TV in main house

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Butterfly Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Secondary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Coral Cottage- Just minutes away from Butterfly Beach & Montecito's Lower Village!

Whether looking for a Michelin-star fine dining experience or barefoot sunset walk on the beach, it is all within reach from Coral Cottage. The prime Montecito location is the #1 amenity at Coral Cottage. From there, anything and everything is possible. Unwind and recharge just minutes from the world-renowned Butterfly Beach and Montecito's Lower Village.

The three-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage seamlessly blends classic traditionalism with modern features and updated finishes. The home can accommodate up to six guests with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

The inherent peacefulness will inspire guests to leave their cares at the doorstep, curl up with a good book, or enjoy quiet conversation. The fireplace, though non-functional, anchors the room and adds to the relaxed ambiance. The dining area is between the living room and the kitchen and seats up to six guests. The beautifully appointed, renovated kitchen with modern touches and plenty of counter space make this an ideal place for guests to mingle and collaborate with the chef in the group who is whipping up delicious creations! For casual snacking and informal breakfasts, there is a center island with seating for three. The laundry is behind closed doors adding convenience for long-term guests and refreshing the beach towels.

The primary bedroom features a dreamy king-size bed and garden views of the front yard. The neighboring bedroom offers two twin beds and a dresser. The third bedroom has a queen-size bed and a writing desk that supplies a quiet corner for studying or working from home. Two hall bathrooms were recently remodeled, one with a tub shower combination, the other with a glass, step-in shower, and both with a clean, fresh aesthetic. 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.

After a long day of soaking up the sun or shopping and sightseeing, unwind in the hot tub in the backyard. When dining al fresco on warm Montecito nights is on the menu, the backyard boasts an outdoor garden area with dining for up to eight guests and a barbecue.

Friday at the Farmers Market is a great day to pick up a few colorful flowers and organic produce for any weekend entertaining on the itinerary. Though a bike or a car is suggested to head up to the Upper Village, it's not out of the question to take a little longer walk there too. Make time to grab an espresso and the most delicious scones at Jeannine's, schedule a leisurely lunch at Honor Bar, or book a table under the stars at Oliver's, where the gourmet vegan fare is not to be missed!

If you require a larger space to accommodate extra guests or weekend visitors the property also uniquely offers a detached studio down the drive. This space features a queen bed and a sofa sleeper pull out as well as a kitchenette and private patio. Take a look at the Coral Casita listing to check availability as it could be the perfect addition to your stay!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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

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

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Montecito, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Harbor and Soma Get Fit are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Montecito Village Shopping Center and Paseo Nuevo Mall. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Butterfly Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Miramar Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 10 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 11 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Luxxe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Honor Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Clark's Oyster Bar - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Coral Cottage- Just minutes away from Butterfly Beach & Montecito's Lower Village! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Coral Cottage- Just minutes away from Butterfly Beach & Montecito's Lower Village!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coral Cottage- Just minutes away from Butterfly Beach & Montecito's Lower Village!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coral Cottage- Just minutes away from Butterfly Beach & Montecito's Lower Village! located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

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

Fantastic stay!!

Great location. Can walk to restaurants and bars.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

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

Loved our stay!

We had the best time! The cottage was clean, very well stocked and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is great. Walking distance to lower downtown and to Butterfly Beach.The house is clean and is well stocked with towels. A few ants on the counter upon arrival, so we were cautious to keep all food wrapped up tight. We did not end up cooking, but the kitchen seemed to have all the kitchenware you would need. Basics are supplied (sugar, salt, pepper, oil, honey, ground coffee, some creamers), bring spices.We enjoyed the hot tub on a daily basis. Missing a big plant in picture so is a bit less private if studio is occupied. Important to use black wash tub to rinse feet to avoid brining sand in the hot tub.The studio (converted detached garage?) at the back of the long driveway and is adjacent to the backyard where the hot tub is located was occupied during our stay and made it feel less private to me (walking past the house backyard and house windows every day and talking in their adjacent fenced-in yard for several hours one evening made it feel like a shared property). Luckily, they did not have a car which made parking easy for us. The welcome book is very clear the house parks on the left side which means you can’t back straight out of the driveway. The studio parks on the right and is a straight line to back out.The couch and beds were comfortable with nice bedding and pillows.Overall, nice place and excellent location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason r.

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

Great Stay!

Everything was as advertised!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location, beautiful home

Perfect place if you want to walk to town and the beach. Beds and seating areas were very comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mallory B.

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

Heavenly

The location was perfection and the accommodations were comfortable, clean and easy. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Great Montecito get-away

Our stay was wonderful - great place, location and easy to coordinate. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S., LeClaire, Iowa USA

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

Well located and well equipped house

We’ve stayed in this house twice - it is comfortable, well located and well equipped (especially the kitchen)! Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

sandeep p.

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

Nice cottage

Everything is as advertised. Very nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S., LeClaire, Iowa USA

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

Christmas

We celebrated Christmas in this house. Gourmet chef in our group complimented the well appointed kitchen. We enjoyed the neighborhood and the outdoor space. We utilized the large outdoor table for brunch and we enjoyed the hot tub too. Nice, well located house in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

mathilde m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

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

coral cottage

Very nice property. Clean extremely well organized house. Everything you need in the kitchen. Very clean, quiet and just what we expected. Will stay there again. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

alex w.

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

Perfect getaway

What a beautiful location and house. The house was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

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

Great Location !

Great location in Montecito !
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald C.

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

Coral Cottage!!

Great location. Well maintained and well equipped cottage five minutes from Butterfly Beach. Five minute walk to lower village. We've stayed here at least three tiumes and love it.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Comfy Coral

We really enjoyed our stay in this spacious house. Very clean and very comfortable, including very comfy beds. All the amenities needed for a vacation and a really great location - walking distance to the beach, as well as the restaurants and shops in the downtown Montecito area. Also, far enough away from the freeway and railroads tracks. Note that there is a lot of freeway and road construction in the Montecito area and these improvements are very much needed. Freeway will be much better when finished! We will be back and I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Adorable casita

Very charming cape cod house for a short girls weekend. Perfect for walking to the beach and to awesome dining options in Montecito.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia A.

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

Gorgeous cottage

Perfect Montecito cottage! Wonderful experience. The cottage was quaint and clean and perfectly suited for our needs. The location couldn’t have been more ideal - situated a brief stroll away from central Montecito. We enjoyed every moment spent here and would love to return. Highly highly recommend !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon R., Bozeman, Montana, USA

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

Fabulous Montecito

The house is as advertised. The location is superb. Walking to butterfly beach and the lower village. The beds were super comfortable and the kitchen well equipped. The bathrooms are small but nicely remodeled. Be prepared for the low flow Santa Barbara shower heads!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

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

Coral Cottage Review

We spent a week at the Coral Cottage with our two sons (14 and 12) and it was just as advertised. The quality of the reviews are reflected in the experience this property offers. We've spent time in Santa Barbara and Montecito before so know the area fairly well. This house is in a great spot as it allows for an easy walk to Butterfly Beach and the lower village. The village has shops and restaurants where you can get breakfast, lunch, drinks, or dinner. Their is a supermarket in the village, too. A+ for location... The house itself was just as advertised. Two things worth nothing - 1) there is no a/c, which is not uncommon for Santa Barbara given the temperate climate, but worth noting. We opened up all of the windows the first day and were never uncomfortable. There are even floor fans should you need them. 2) there is a little casita on the property that is also a rental. Again, nothing to be concerned about. The casita was occupied during our entire visit but we never saw the other guests, just their car. This property has outdoor dining, a grill and a hot tub which is only available to renters of the cottage, not the casita. Bottom line - zero issue on either of these two items. The house is well stocked with kitchen items and plenty of bath and beach towels. We cooked breakfast at home almost every day and made lunches their, too. It was a great setup for all of that. The grill is nice and we used that for a couple of dinners. Our only issue was with the dishwasher, which needed a repair. Communication with the manager was on point but the repair was not able to be scheduled before we left so we had to wash dishes by hand several times. No blame to go around - things happen and again, we were kept in the loop about the process. That minor inconvenience will have no bearing on our recommendation or future visit to this property. In summary, we would highly recommend this house and look forward to a return trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Lovely, relaxing location

Wonderful property indoor and out. Comfortable beds. Great light throughout the house. Despite being close to the freeway - heard zero freeway noise. Driveway is a little narrow the first time backing out - but easy after that! Would definitely stay again. Easy walk to the beach or to the little main street nearby. Loved having the oil remover pads for our feet after walking at the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken T., Anchorage, Alaska

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

Charming

We were in town for a Westmont graduation and this charming house was a wonderful landing spot in a very convenient location for all of our activities. It is bright and airy with plenty of natural light on the inside, and the outside living spaces are lovely as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B., Carmichael

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

Easter weekend vacation

We really enjoyed staying at the cottage. It was a great location for walking to the village or the beach. We had most of our meals at the cottage because it was so nice to just hang out there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

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

Beautiful Montecito

Very nice cottage well positioned near town and the beach. Everything worked fine and the check in and out was easy. Small problem with ants in the kitchen when we arrived but the property manager took care of that promptly. This was great for a 4-day family gathering, and we will stay here again if the opportunity presents.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce G.

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

Very clean and easy to stay there

Clean, safe,
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

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