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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom102 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

100 Steps to Shoreline Park + Views of Ocean & Islands - 40 Five Star Reviews

Looking for January & February Guests. Discounted rates for longer stays!

An "Oasis" of calm and privacy, so close to the ocean, with great access to Shoreline Park and the sand. Private yard and views on a quiet street... yet steps from the Ocean and Shoreline Park!

Great 3 Bedroom 1 Bath beach house in peaceful local neighborhood in convenient location adjacent to the Harbor, breakwater, wharf and funk zone. The house is only 100 steps to Shoreline Park, with easy access via wooden stairs to a great often secluded beach. There is a play area in the park for Kids! Walk, ride or drive a mile to the SB Harbor & the scenic Breakwater. Just a little further down the coastline is Stearn's Wharf, lower State Street and the popular "Funk Zone" area. The Funk Zone is now home to over 10 restaurants, brew houses, a bakery, fish market, over 15 winery tasting rooms and shopping.

Shoreline Park is 2 houses away - a local gem along a half mile strip of oceanfront land, made into a park in the 50's. It is so popular due to the easy walking along the ocean, a great updated kids play area, acres of grass, beach access, and even surfing at Leadbetter Point.

Ocean and island views from the kitchen, living rooms and one of the bedrooms, with a large south facing deck looking out on the ocean & islands beyond. Deck has seating for 6 and a seating area. Remodeled Kitchen, including most staples for your use, along with a dual fuel range and all of the tools to cook at home. Walk in glass shower in bath. 3 bedrooms - the Master, with a King-sized bed and slider door to the garden, the Ocean View room with a Queen size bed and the 3rd bedroom or office with a Single beds and a door to the tropical garden. There is a private deck in backyard with patio table and chairs accessible from Master bedroom and Office. There are 3 mature fruit trees - lime, lemon and tangelo available for your use, depending on the time of year!

Ocean Palms Oasis is less than 1/2 mile to Mesa shopping, the ever- popular Lazy Acres market ( boutique market with too many choices and prepared food) a CVS & coffee shops. The house is also close to many local restaurants, on the Mesa - the Rose Cafe, Mesa Burger, Ichiban Sushi, Alcazar Tapas Bar, Mesa Verde vegetarian, Corner Tap Brew House, Mesa Thai and at the Harbor and Stearn's Wharf area....including Tomas, Brophy Brothers, The Breakwater, Harbor Restaurant, Santa Barbara Shellfish, the Lucky Penny, the Lark, and many more options . All are walk-able, if you are so inclined...

Please read the 35+ 5 Star reviews for more information and guest comments. Below are a few from happy guests.

We hope to have you visit us soon!
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Shoreline Park. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and 7 minutes from Santa Barbara Zoo
100 Steps to Shoreline Park + Views of Ocean & Islands - 40 Five Star Reviews offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Santa Barbara cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

BR Smith

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Property is also known as

Footsteps To The Ocean In Area
Footsteps to the Ocean in Santa Barbara Beach Area...
Santa Barbara Beach Area in Quiet Family Neighborhood
Footsteps to the Ocean in Beach Area... Santa Barbara
Footsteps to the Ocean in Beach Area... Private vacation home

100 Steps to Shoreline Park + Views of Ocean & Islands - 40 Five Star Reviews Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location steps Shoreline Park and beach!
We loved staying at Ocean Palms! Only steps away from Shoreline Park, the ocean, and downtown Santa Barbara. The house itself has everything you need, it's spotless and well-appointed. The large outdoor deck is very private and south facing with ocean and island views. Communicating with the owner was seamless and was very responsive. We are already planning our next stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walk to Ocean and View of Ocean
A second well enjoyed stay at this lovely quiet home with Ocean View! Walk out onto deck with citrus trees in the garden....take in the ocean! One block from Shoreline Park offers easy pathway walk straight to downtown along the ocean viewing sailboats. Access to beach via stairs... incredible tide pools and lovely vista north and south. A beautiful private spot to stay to experience the best of Santa Barbara. Home is well stocked for cooking. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

judith d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Vacation
Very well cared for and well stocked house with private, peaceful fenced in yard. Brian is a great host _very considerate _excellent communication. This place is literally steps ( 100 yards )from a beautiful walking beach with a great park. We took walks on the beach twice a day. Everything we needed was there and well organized. It was hard to leave!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
3 weeks in Santa Barbara
Wonderful, peaceful stay. Host Bryan was kind, helpful, friendly and gave us numerous treats from local spots. The kitchen had everything we needed. Walk to the beach. Lovely weather, views from property and lovely backyard. We are looking forward to visiting again
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay in Santa Barbara!
We stayed at this fantastic bungalow for 2 weeks this summer and had an amazing time. The place was exceptionally clean at check-in and Bryan even left some treats from the local store making us feel right at home! The kitchen was the best stocked of any rental I’ve stayed in which was great. The location is unbeatable if you’re looking for a peaceful stay in a nice neighborhood close to the ocean. Our child was thrilled there was a playground at the park just a block away and we loved our morning and evening walks along the ocean cliff path. The back deck also has views of the ocean (I missed this in the description) which was a wonderful surprise for us! The yard is beautiful and my child loved being able to pick fresh lemons from the tree. Bryan was an incredible host, was very easy to communicate with and even gave us some tips on fun local events happening while we were there. We are already thinking about how we can go back for even longer next summer!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Terrific stay with the family. Wonderful spot. Easy walk to Shoreline Park for access to beach and watching the sailing races! Enjoyed the fruit trees too! Thanks so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of Paradise
This was by far our best rental experience. This is a special place, with an amazing location. It is a beautiful property, especially the amazing yard and garden. We enjoyed relaxing and having meals outside, with plenty of privacy and space in the back yard. The neighborhood is peaceful and locals were all very friendly. We were instantly immersed in Santa Barbara the culture and environment. Bryan is an extremely gracious and helpful host, offering help and advice from before we booked the property until after we had left. Communication was responsive and thorough, and all the recommendations were spot-on. He went far out of his way to ensure we had a spectacular time. The house is spotless and very well appointed. There were plenty of amenities and we found it easy to prepare meals. Beds were comfy and all towels and linens were fresh and clean. As described, it is a very short walk to the park and ocean. We found it a great home base for our adventures. It felt very much like a home, rather than a sterile rental house. If we find ourselves in the area again, this would be my first pick for a place to stay. 5+ Stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S., Lancaster

Liked: Cleanliness
Biking with friends
Amazing location, quiet neighborhood, beautiful gardens and outdoor space. Lovely ocean views indoors and out. Interior decor tasteful, kitchen supplies met every need. Host very attentive and responsive. Highly recommend this rental - only problem is that you may not want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances M., Merion Station, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Shoreline park
The location is terrific. The house is beautifully decorated. The host is a very nice man & very helpful. I would be delighted to rent it again. I recommend it highly
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne P.

Lemon Tree Palm Tree
My husband and I stayed the second time at Bryan beautiful place.He is such a great host,soooo very helpful and friendly.We loved to sit outside, looking at the palm trees and the ocean.I enjoyed picking a lemon from the tree in the garden, for my lemon water.I miss that.We could also invite our two friends for dinner, thanks to the beautiful kitchen. Location is perfect, sunsets amazing, very quit. Sometimes cats come visit the garden, we both love cats. Joe and Marianne
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home and location in Santa Barbara
We really enjoyed our stay at Bryan's house, which is well appointed with beautiful gardens. It is well located a block from Shoreline Park with incredible peekaboo views to the water. We enjoyed morning walks to the harbor and Stearns Wharf. Bryan was very helpful and attentive and made our stay easy.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erika D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect one month stay!
Did not want to leave this super comfy beach cottage with its sunny light-filled interior and fantastic outdoor space in an unbeatable location steps from Shoreline Park and endless beach walking at low-tide. House is compact, well laid out and squeaky clean: Open kitchen, dining, living area plus a primary bedroom and second bedroom separated by a third bedroom/office. Office with desk, chair, printer and fast wifi, great for working remotely. Bathroom is small but bright and modern with a marble glass-walled shower. High quality linens, excellent closet space and comfortable beds. What sets this rental apart is its lovely outdoor space: A corner lot lends itself to multiple sitting/dining areas (partial ocean view!!!) and a serene drought-tolerant California garden with lemon, lime and tangerine trees, all reachable from the kitchen, primary bedroom and third bedroom/office. Kitchen has everything you need and more (even a smoothie machine!). Buy groceries at Lazy Acres or downtown Santa Barbara Saturday AM or Tuesday PM farmer’s markets, cook dinner and watch the sunset from the deck. If cooking is not your thing then order delivery via Grubhub etc. or take a short drive to your choice of restaurants. Bryan is an excellent and responsive host, providing wine, treats and invaluable area recommendations throughout our stay. Highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 31 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

mike g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Late Summer Stay
My wife and I plus our 16th-month-old twins thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bryan's beach cottage on the Mesa. Bryan has the cottage fully dialed in with an OLED TV, Sonos speakers, and beautiful views. The highlight of the property is definitely the deck off the kitchen with gorgeous views and entertaining space. We spent most evenings dining al fresco since the weather was absolutely perfect during our stay. The location can't be beaten, you can walk a mile toward the wharf along Shoreline Park or a mile in the other direction to great restaurants, shops, and La Mesa Park. The kids loved the new tot park which is literally across the street from the property. We're already planning another trip in the future so we can take the little ones surfing at Leadbetter Beach. Thanks, Bryan for sharing your slice of paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little beach house
Had a nice time with my daughters.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

S Todd W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb Accommodation
This is a great place! The location is ideal, close to the a lovely park, the ocean and downtown Santa Barbara (all walkable) - located on a lovely street in a pleasant neighborhood. Although it is called a bungalow, there was plenty of room for our family to "stretch out" in the various rooms and two outdoor deck/patio areas. The garden was great - with lemon and orange trees, banana trees (I know, not really a tree) and lovely landscaping everywhere. Perhaps most important, BRYAN IS A GREAT HOST. He has given great attention to detail of everything inside and outside of the house - which we really appreciated. The house was supplied with all the incidentals that we could need for a week (even left us some great coffee and fresh bread upon arrival). We will definitely look to stay again next year. Thanks, Bryan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Rental
Bryan’s house is amazing! It’s beautiful and well maintained. The yard is a work of art, and much more enchanting than the photos show. The fact that it’s all draught resistant made it even more impressive. We enjoyed morning yoga on the beautiful deck with a view of the ocean, and wine and cheese on the same deck in the afternoon. The outdoor furniture was clean and comfortable. I really appreciated that the house was very well stocked down to a first aid kit. Coffee, spices, sugar, and oil; all provided but appropriately curated. Baby oil for tar removal was provided, as well as a beautiful washer and dryer with all the supplies. Paper products were provided as well as body wash, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, and plenty of towels. We ended each night with a movie on the large screen tv. Every detail has been considered. The location was perfect! Walking distance with a nice path to the harbor, down the steps from the park to the beach, and Shoreline park is beautiful for walking or sitting to view marine life. We saw a variety of dolphin pods sitting on the whale tail bench using the binoculars provided in the home. The neighborhood was quiet and friendly, easily accessible from a variety of directions. A quick drive to downtown Santa Barbara and my favorite ice cream at McConnell’s. Communication was clear and easy. Hope we can return many times in the future!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect bungalow, ocean views, 5 mins to downtown
My husband, two sons (ages 10 & 13) and I traveled to Santa Barbara for a week in April. The 3 bedroom 1 bath house was perfect for us. Ocean views from the kitchen, bedroom and deck. Lovely quiet neighborhood one block from shoreline park. Went walking, running there every day. 10 minute walk to shoreline beach; 15 minute walk to lead better beach. Weather was a little cooler than normal but great jeans and t shirt weather. The boys explored and threw rocks on the beach. Location was perfect. I was worried it would be too far from town but it was only a 5 minute drive to lower state street and sterns wharf. 10 minutes to upper end of state street or the mission. We loved the quiet beautiful neighborhood with the mountains and ocean nearby. Staying downtown would have been closer for lunch and dinner but too noisy and crowded at night for our family. We had relaxing mornings hanging out at the house and then headed to downtown or out on day trips - Ojai, wine country, Santa Barbara food tour, etc. Bryan’s bungalow was very clean, well stocked (towels, tissues, aluminum foil, pots, pans, condiments, wine openers, etc.). It was so organized and had lots of space to store our clothes and luggage. Beds were very comfortable. Our 10 year old enjoyed sleeping in the fold out chair in the study. Such a gem - both the city and the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert R., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Shoreline delight
This is perfectly located for the quiet and next-to-ocean best in Santa Barbara. Charming and quiet short block in from Shoreline Drive. Easy access to all the best in Santa Barbara and well- appointed comfy house. Bryan is the friendliest hose.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marla M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful birthday get-away
We had a perfect week in Santa Barbara and loved the house and location. We love to walk and watch sunsets and both are perfect from here. The house is very comfortable and set up great - loved the fresh peppers, lemon, limes, and tomatoes' in the beautiful gardens.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rina G., SANTA BARBARA

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage near beach
My family and I greatly enjoyed our 2 week stay. The proximity to shoreline park and to the beach made our vacation very memorable. The house is well appointed with plenty of light, ocean views and a variety of outdoor space to relax and bask in the sun. The owner of the home, Bryan, is a gracious house and is very responsive and friendly. We are already booking our future stays!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brad S., New Orleans

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home in a Great Location
This home could not be in a better location for SB. It is across from Shoreline Park, has views of the water and palm trees on a raised deck, and Bryan is an amazing host. If this place is available and two bedroom one bathroom works for your group - look no further! We will certainly return for a longer stay! Thank you Bryan!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bernie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular beach getaway!
My wife and I just spent a wonderful week in Santa Barbara at Bryan's amazing cottage. We could see the ocean from the deck! This is really the best neighborhood in Santa Barbara: quiet and private. We went for long walks at the beach, whale watching and just kicked back and relaxed. What more could you ask? Bryan is a fantastic host. He made sure that we had everything that we needed. I rate this the top rental that we have ever booked. I HIGHLY recommend Bryan's Ocean Palm Bungalow!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property. Highly recommend.
We came to Santa Barbara to see Dr. Gunson for jaw surgery at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. This was the perfect place to convalesce. The house is a lovely bungalow. We were especially grateful for the large, well-equipped kitchen and outdoor grill. We enjoyed the beautiful backyard gardens and walks through the quiet neighborhoods surrounding the home. A wonderful bonus is the home's close proximity to the water. Bryan is a welcoming and very communicative host.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Duncan C., Kenmore

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location fantastic host.
When you can see the ocean from your deck and be swimming in it in 5 mins, life is already great. Add Bryan’s amazing hospitality and the great house with everything you need including quality kitchen items and you have a recipe for a great stay. We cannot say enough good things thanks, if you are looking to stay in Santa Barbara you cannot go wrong. 10 mins max to everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location in Santa Barbara
We have been coming to Santa Barbara every year for the past 9 years and have stayed all around. The Mesa area is by far our favorite area and this property is now top of the list, located steps away from Shoreline Park and a walk down the stairs to the beach. A quick drive to get to gourmet grocery stores, incredible restaurants, tasting rooms, breweries, museums and the zoo. To name a few. The home itself is well kept with comfortable beds and a well appointed kitchen for those that enjoy cooking like we do. The view of the ocean from the kitchen, patio and front of the house can’t be captured in the pictures but exceeded our expectations. It was so nice to be as close as we were to the ocean. The property owner is kind, attentive and available to help with any questions you may have. Very easy to communicate with. Can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2021