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New Ocean View Private Bungalow- Walkable
Looking for a romantic getaway or a place to slow down and relax, you’ve found it! Enjoy the less crowded beach life, perched on a hill, with about a 3 block walk to the best local beach and park in Santa Barbara County or head up to famous hiking trails, with everything you need steps away from cute boutiques to local restaurants of Summerland. Montecito and Santa Barbara just 5-15 mins by bike or car. After exploring, relax on your private deck with a choice beverage and incredible stargazing.

Beautiful Studio -Beach & Garden
Relax and enjoy beautiful Santa Barbara in this cozy and stylish studio. Surrounded by fruit trees and with comfortable outdoor seating you can unwind in nature or you can enjoy the beautifully designed studio with a plush queen bed and smart tv. The property is perfectly located for an easy walk to the beach, beautiful Shoreline Park, or the famous Santa Barbara harbor in just minutes. This studio is the ideal home base for any type of Santa Barbara visit, from adventure to pure relaxation.

Petite Retreat; Artist Studio
Our detached Spanish-style artist’s studio is within a 3 to 15 minute walk of all the best restaurants and shops in the lower Village of Montecito. It is an easy four block walk from the patio to beautiful Butterfly Beach. It is cozy, private and has a fabulous, hot, outside shower ! (Note; this shower is the only shower for the studio). Gaze at the stars while rinsing off the sand ! The studio space is small, and cozy, warm radiant concrete floors can be turned on in the chillier months.

The Beach Loft- Private, Remodeled, Walkable!
This newly remodeled guest house is located in the coveted Montecito Oaks neighborhood. This ideal location is walking distance to many popular spots in Montecito; Coast Village Road the Rosewood Miramar Hotel, Butterfly Beach. This home has an upstairs loft with one king bed and downstairs includes a queen size pull out couch. The house has a gated private entrance, keypad locked front door, and your own fenced in yard and patio. Outdoor Amenities- Fire Pit, Ping Pong, Corn Hole

Summerland Studio. Steps to downtown and beach.
We are located one block from restaurants, Red Kettle Coffee, shopping & the beach. Our STUDIO is furnished with a queen bed and sofa bed (full), bath w claw foot tub and ocean view deck, TV, & off-street parking. Dog friendly! Provided: Linens Towels (Shower & Beach) Coffee maker (k-pods incl) Microwave only (NO stove/oven) Refrigerator Surfboard Boogie Boards Kids Wetsuits Beach Toys Ear Plugs - Summerland has great views but there is freeway noise Pet Fee ($75)

Cozy Stone Cottage
Our property is a collection of former out-buildings for the Glendessary Manor estate of poet and composer, Robert Cameron Rogers. The Cozy Stone Cottage was originally a pump house for the beautiful water tower which you can see from the front garden. You’ll love its rustic atmosphere and the warm cozy feeling of The Stone Cottage, separate bedroom, small gas fireplace stove, and sweet patio to sit and relax or eat a meal. Come enjoy this wonderful retreat!

Tiny Cottage in the Oaks, Midtown Santa Barbara
Enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Barbara minutes from beaches, attractions and wining/dining. This tiny Cottage offers a peaceful, cozy and private getaway with a lovely mountain view deck shaded by beautiful oaks. Note the Cottage is tiny, 160 sq. feet. It is simply appointed with a "cabin" feel. It is perfect for a solo traveler or cozy couple with a double (not queen) bed, mini kitchen, and tiny living room. Access requires climbing the stone steps pictured.

Tony’s Place - King, air conditioned, Private
King bed and queen sofa bed. Very private, stand alone guesthouse. Central heat & Air. No smoking, no pets. Wi-Fi, RokuTV Netflix, Disney+. No cable. 8 min. to downtown & beaches. Privacy fenced patio & string lights. Well stocked kitchen. Full size appliances & ice maker. Beach supplies. Granite Bar & seating for 4. Washer/dryer in unit, Tub & shower. Gas grill on patio Extra fee for 4 guests or more. A tight fit for 4 guests and above.

The Coconut
BEST LOCATION and private! In the heart of the lower village of Montecito you have a stylish separate cottage with private gated parking with a separate entrance. Walk everywhere! Play bocce or walk and shop at the Montecito Country Mart for dinner and ice cream. There is a private patio to enjoy a glass of wine in the evening. Butterfly Beach is a 10-minute walk away. New bed, spacious bathroom, AC and heat, large TV and updates.

Zoe’s Cottage Beautiful Near Beach & Downtown
Our cottage is completely private providing private entrance and parking on our driveway. Private bathroom, small fridge, coffee machine, tea pot, toaster, and microwave . We are close to the beach with a 10 minute walk, famous jacks bagels, sprouts, Trader Joe’s, cvs pharmacy, restaurants like Thai food, fast foods , Mexican restaurants. Our goal is to create the perfect environment for solo travelers, families and couple, etc.

Montecito Farmhouse Retreat
Light and airy, luxury farmhouse cottage with king-size bed and sitting area, fully equipped kitchen complete with modern, high-end amenities including a washer and dryer on gated grounds. A beautiful, sunny bathroom with modern shower, walk in closet, beautiful inlayed wood desk for working, television/cable. A short walk to Montecito's upper village, the beach, and the most beautiful hiking trails in the American Riviera.

Montecito Miramar Beach Cottage
Stay at Montecito’s favorite beach. Quiet and comfortable one bedroom cottage with everything you need - king bed, full kitchen and bath (glass shower-no tub), spacious living room and private garden patio. The cottage is conveniently located just one block away from the beach or the Rosewood Miramar hotel and just minutes to Coast Village Road for dining and shopping.
Popular amenities for Montecito guesthouses
Family-Friendly guesthouses

Nature meets Luxury

A Bohemian Tract House

Beachie Bungalow

Ojai Serenity Retreat | Tranquil Valley Escape

Corner House

Cozy 1 bedroom guest house private entrance.

Upstairs ocean view loft.

Ojai Garden View Studio
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Coastal Private Guest House on 1 Acre.

Santa Barbara Mission Studio

Montecito Casita Paquena

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Toro Canyon Coastal House

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Santa Barbara Serenity Large 1-bedroom Guest Apt.

Poppy's Cottage - Oceanview, Jacuzzi, Dog Friendly
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Island View

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Luxury downtown executive suite

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The Hummingbird’s Nest | Cottage Near UCSB & Beach

Sweeping Mountain Views | Central Location

Modern retreat in Santa Barbara

Charming Montecito Studio Near Butterfly Beach
When is the best time to visit Montecito?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. price | $351 AUD | $327 AUD | $343 AUD | $334 AUD | $357 AUD | $357 AUD | $401 AUD | $373 AUD | $360 AUD | $353 AUD | $329 AUD | $361 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 13°C | 13°C | 14°C | 14°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C | 19°C | 18°C | 18°C | 15°C | 13°C |
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4.8 Average rating
Montecito stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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