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Little Palm Cottage - Steps from Shoreline Park, walk to beach, live like a local

Family-friendly holiday home with kitchen, near Santa Barbara Harbor

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Welcome to Little Palm Cottage, where the vibrant streets of Santa Barbara's most desirable neighborhoods meet the tranquility of an island getaway. Enjoy peeks of the ocean from the master suite and be lulled to sleep by waves below. This 3-bedroom retreat boasts a mature tropical backdrop, a generous kitchen, and fabulous living room - perfect for utmost comfort.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Little Palm Cottage - Steps from Shoreline Park, walk to beach, live like a local

Family-friendly holiday home with kitchen, near Santa Barbara Harbor
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving 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

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, 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

Property is also known as

552114

About the area

Located in The Mesa, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Zoo and Earl Warren Showgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara
    Shoreline Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • a gorgeous summer landscape at the beach with vast blue ocean water and silky brown sand surrounded by lush green trees, plants and homes with blue sky and clouds at Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara
    Leadbetter Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraCityCollege_6177286_03
    Santa Barbara City College
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Marina at Santa Barbara #TroveOn #StunningStructures #FindingtheUniverse
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • 1000 Steps Beach
    9 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station
    8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    20 min walk
  • Shoreline Park
    7 min walk
  • Eli Luria Library
    2 min drive
  • John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room
    3 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Palm Cottage - Steps from Shoreline Park, walk to beach, live like a local pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Little Palm Cottage - Steps from Shoreline Park, walk to beach, live like a local?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little Palm Cottage - Steps from Shoreline Park, walk to beach, live like a local?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Palm Cottage - Steps from Shoreline Park, walk to beach, live like a local?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Palm Cottage - Steps from Shoreline Park, walk to beach, live like a local located?

This family-friendly Santa Barbara holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Shoreline Park and Santa Barbara Harbor. 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Little Palm Cottage - Steps from Shoreline Park, walk to beach, live like a local Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

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

Fantastic Location to Explore Santa Barbara

Lovely home exactly as described and pictured in the perfect location to explore Santa Barbara! 1 minute to oceanfront park, close to downtown for restaurants and shopping, fantastic hiking trails, and also a great place to relax after a big day. Looking forward to a return visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla M.

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

Beautiful property in a great neighborhood and location.

Lovely home, very comfortable and well set up. A very short walk to the Shoreline Park and easy walk to town / waterfront and has a grocery store close.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

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

Amazing Cottage, steps from the ocean!

We had a wonderful 5 night stay at this great property in SB. Wow, what a restful place. The unit was clean, all things thought of by the host, and close to everything. We'd welcome an opportunity to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shauneen B.

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

Our visit

This is a beautiful property just a block from the ocean and shoreline park. It have everything one could ever want and the decor is lovely. A perfect spot for a family reunion. Would rebook it in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

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

Cozy house near the ocean

Lovely cozy home a house away from the promenade overlooking the ocean. The house was clean and updated, while retaining its charm. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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

Bright quiet tropical oasis

I thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful serene bright tropical stay. The home was very comfortable and offered everything needed for relaxing, cooking, entertaining family that live nearby. Outdoor back yard was ideal for yoga and eating and relaxing in the chaise. Thank you so very much! And the property managers were great with communication!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry v.

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

Lovely property

Well maintained and comfortable 3 bedroom, very close to the ocean and quite close to beach and downtown / state street. Cute backyard, could use an upgrade in cups and a reduction in rules/requirements. Overall, great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Beautiful Cottage

I stayed here with five of my girlfriends from college, we are now all in our mid 30s and were having a reunion trip to Santa Barbara. The house is beautiful with an amazing backyard and deck where we were able to relax and catch up. Everything was very clean, comfortable, and the television was also easy to operate when we wanted to watch a movie. The only issue with this house is that it has a single bathroom. We did not mind, as we are all very comfortable with each other, but bear that in mind, if you are booking with lots of people. The neighborhood is quiet and residential and well-kept up and safe. We strolled across to Shoreline Park and walked along the coast. We were very close to downtown, Funkzone, and Stearns Wharf. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ginny D.

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

Wonderful stay

We LOVED this property— amazing location, great back deck, great indoor/outdoor living. House was well - equipped with many things, including a pack n play and some beach toys. One portable AC unit was available to us, which was nice. Location is unbeatable — this is amazing if you love to walk, run, or if you have kids staying with. Shoreline park is only a 2 min walk from the house, and Ledbetter beach is less than a mile. A mile to the grocery store, coffee, and some restaurants. We had a few questions for the property manager, which were responded to and addressed right away. This is a property we will definitely consider for our future trips to SB. I highly recommend it!! Note- for longer stays (we were there 2 weeks), the kitchen has minimal spices and condiments, and there is only one dishrag for kitchen and/ or cleaning that we could find.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Santa Barbara get away

Great place and perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in Santa Barbara. A block from the ocean made it so easy to go out and enjoy walking, the beach or the restaurants at the harbor. So comfortable and came with all needed appliances and gear. We totally enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa Z.

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

Awesome beachside stay

This house is awesome for a weekend stay in SB. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent W.

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

Loved our Stay at Little Palm Cottage

The house was just ideal for our family getaway. We loved the location just steps from the coastline and park, and the house was very comfortable and functional for extended family getaway.The family room and wrap around coach was an ideal gathering spot and we enjoyed using the kitchen and grilled on the BBQ one night.We look forward to coming back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike e.

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

Fantastic Stay

Had a fantastic 3-day stay. The property was super clean and exactly like the photos. Our favorite part was the beautiful oceanside walking path right across the street that you can take all the way into downtown Santa Barbara. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria T.

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

Perfect SB Getaway!

We loved our time at Little Palm Cottage. Had everything we needed and nothing we didn't. Great proximity to the coast and our daughter loved the playground across the street! Looking forward to coming back someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

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

Location, location, location

This was a lovely little home in a quiet neighborhood just a block from Shoreline Park. About a 15 minute walk to the town marina and maritime museum and a 10 minute drive to downtown Santa Barbara. Perfect for 3 single women, two couples, or a family with 2 children. Well appointed and maintained. I would book this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tricia H.

The perfect family retreat!

We had a wonderful stay at Little Palm Cottage. Our family of four felt very comfortable...it really was a home away from home, and situated a block from the ocean! The finishes and thoughtful details from the owners of this recently renovated house really made our vacation extra special. Highly recommend Little Palm Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

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

Visit Granddaughter going to UCSB

My best friend and I spent 5 days visiting my Granddaughter who attends UCSB. We had a fabulous time The Palm Cottage was perfect. We had to contact the property management and they could not have been nicer and prompter to take care of us. Would stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

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

Lovely

A hidden gem right where you want to be. Quiet neighborhood half a block from the ocean!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

William C., mill valley

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

Nice location and quality cottage. Beds very comfortable. Suggestion might be to add a larger Tv.

All good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Libby G., Santa Cruz, CA

Awesome bungalow in perfect location!

Second stay here at the Little Palm Cottage and couldn't be happier. The owners do everything to make your getaway perfect. Lush, tropical, private backyard and comfortable, clean, bright interior make the vacation complete. Convenient location to the beach, downtown and Lazy Acres Market. See you next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jan W., Philadelphia

Perfect

Beautiful, clean, pristinely manicured private back yard with lush California plantings. Walking distance to Shoreline drive, it's parks, and the ocean. Convenient to stores and everything on the Mesa. Comfortable beds. Fully equipped kitchen. Perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tyler M.

2nd stay

This is the second time we have rented Little palm cottage. We had another great stay. If we are in Santa Barbara this is our spot to stay. Clean, great location and nice quiet street.
Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bronson K.

What a quaint little gem!

My family of 4 totally loved our stay in this very well appointed cozy cottage. Just a block off shoreline drive so cars aren't passing by day and night, yet close enough to the beach and state street to enjoy what SB has to offer. Such a nice little find in SB.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great getaway home.

We had a wonderful time in Santa Barbara. We are a very active family of 4 and walked cycled or Skateboarded everywhere we went. The house is neat and clean will all the facilities you could need. I would recommend bring your bike or asking to borrow the cruisers, its only a short ride into the main part of Santa Barbara.