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New Ocean View Private Bungalow- Walkable +EV chgr
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.

Private and Cozy Studio
Our private studio is great for couples or single professionals who need a quiet place to work. Studio is furnished with one Queen bed and a two twin beds (trundle bed comes from underneath the twin bed in the picture. Private bathroom and access to our backyard, some guests have used it for Yoga, Meditation and for their kids to run around 10 minute drive to downtown and/or main beaches. Private parking space included for one vehicle. Only minutes from hiking trails, UCSB, Beach, etc.

Secluded, private, safe dog friendly cottage
Very private secluded fenced cottage at end of the road in Montecito. King bed and comfortable sleeper sofa in a quaint setting. Ideal for 3 max. Or 2 adults & 2 children on sofa sleeper. Beach chairs and umbrella and 2 boogie boards to use! . Dog and child friendly completely fenced and private. NO CATS please! 10 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara Washer and dryer for guests staying a week or longer. check in info sent before stay, Check in 3 check out 11am unless arranged differently

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

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.

Coastal Private Guest House on 1 Acre.
Peaceful private seaside escape! Surrounded by greenery, fruit trees, birds and colorful garden flowers. Close to the ocean, best beaches, polo fields, shopping, Carpinteria and Santa Barbara. Safest beaches in America w waves and small cozy beach town feel. Enjoy the best sunsets on the Westcoast, surf lessons and wine tasting. Hide away from the demands of the world in our tranquil modern detached guesthouse. Easy beach, hiking and polo field access.

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.

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.

Private Studio with Ocean Views
Charming detached studio with full kitchen, private patio and stunning ocean views. Quiet cul-de-sac ending with a hiking trail. Short stroll down the hill to Summerland beach, restaurants, wine tasting, and Lookout Park. Conveniently located equidistant from Carpinteria and downtown Santa Barbara.

East Beach Studio!
Simple studio space located near East Beach and the Rainbow arch. Great location to walk around or hangout at the beach, if you're looking to go downtown its about a 30 minute walk to lower state street or the pier area along the beach or a quick drive.
Popular amenities for Montecito guesthouses
Family-Friendly guesthouses

Nature meets Luxury

Ojai Serenity Retreat | Tranquil Valley Escape

Corner House

Cozy 1 bedroom guest house private entrance.

Upstairs ocean view loft.

Peaceful Serenity. Ojai
Guesthouses with a patio

Santa Barbara Mission Studio

Montecito Casita Paquena

Riviera Garden Cottage with Lovely Mountain Views

Zoe’s Cottage Beautiful Near Beach & Downtown

Serene & Private Studio w/ Garden Oasis

Hermosillo Pequeno

Quiet Montecito getaway

Cozy Beach Cottage 7 min walk to the Sea & UCSB!
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Luxury Cottage w/ Ocean/Island View, Jacuzzi & A/C

Cozy Stone Cottage

Tony’s Place - King, air conditioned, Private

Toro Canyon Coastal House

Luxury downtown executive suite

Pinecone Cottage

Montecito Mtn View Pool House

Santa Barbara Serenity Large 1-bedroom Guest Apt.
When is the best time to visit Montecito?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $355 AUD | $330 AUD | $346 AUD | $337 AUD | $360 AUD | $360 AUD | $405 AUD | $376 AUD | $363 AUD | $329 AUD | $345 AUD | $317 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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