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Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach!

Condo with kitchen, 6-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor

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Nestled on a quiet residential street, Captain's Cottage offers the ultimate coastal retreat. A short stroll from the beach and harbour, this charming bungalow boasts a private garden setting and welcoming interior with nautical-themed art and colorful decor. Enjoy meals in the eat-in kitchen or dine al fresco in the enclosed backyard sunroom with French doors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3553 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach!

Condo with kitchen, 6-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor
Along with concierge services, this smoke-free condo building has laundry facilities and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The condo provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include free WiFi and a patio.
Guest accommodation at this condo offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Santa Barbara condo provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing 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
  • Unit size: 553 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Vrbo Property
Newly Remodeled gem a Block From West Beach! Condo
Newly Remodeled gem a Block From West Beach! Santa Barbara
Captain's Cottage Newly Remodeled gem a Block From West Beach!
Newly Remodeled gem a Block From West Beach! Condo Santa Barbara
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About the area

Located by the sea, this condo is in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. 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 Zoo and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Santa Barbara Channel and Earl Warren Showgrounds are also worth visiting. 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

  • The Marina at Santa Barbara #TroveOn #StunningStructures #FindingtheUniverse
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • blue sky over Santa Barbara coastline
    West Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraCityCollege_6177286_03
    Santa Barbara City College
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stearns Wharf at sunset in Santa Barbara, California. #SantaBarbara #California #sunset #lifeatexpedia #weloveourmarkets #AMER
    Stearns Wharf
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station
    9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room
    12 min walk
  • Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • SB Biergarten
    8 min walk
  • Chad’s
    1 min walk
  • Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen
    6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach! located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of West Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor. Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara City College are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Refined Coastal Escape a Block from West Beach! Reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in really nice location!.Very walkable to beach and restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Summer And Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I stayed at a quaint, nostalgic beach house in Santa Barbara that felt like a classic, private seaside retreat. Even though it was quite old, it had a modern, homey feel and was conveniently close to the beach and boardwalk. Overall, it was just a great and peaceful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda U.

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

Wonderful!

Captain’s Cottage was perfect! Really well located-one block from the beach and two blocks from State Street. It was as cute as it looks in the photos. Great little backyard. Nice, big bathroom. Extremely helpful and communicative property . We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Perfect beach getaway!

Decor is so cute and comfortable, house is very well stocked and cozy, location is great, welcome book had great recommendations! Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great Location to See SB

Ideal location, close to all the action and very comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

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

Thanksgiving Family Trip

The cottage was perfect! Clean, comfortable and a perfect location. Everything was within walking distance. I highly recommend the cottage and can’t wait to return. We liked it so much we booked an extra night there at the end of our trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

R S.

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

Outstanding

Beautiful cottage in a perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Lovely

Lovely cottage. Great location. Very well decorated and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha S.

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

Captain's Cottage

Super clean and comfortable We will return
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chance J.

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

Captain’s Cottage

We had a wonderful stay at the Captain’s Cottage. Great location and well appointed condo with everything you need. Walking distance to many great restaurants and the famous Funk Zone. Would highly reccomend this property. The bikes were a fun added bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

UCSB visit SB trip💛💙

Enjoyed our stay at Captains Cottage. Super cute. Awesome location. Great hot shower w good water pressure! Bikes were a nice … touch we rode thru town and up State St. Perfect size for me and my 2 kids. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Q.

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

Beautiful cottage.

Could not have been a better location, so close to state street and literally around the corner from the beach. The cottage was beautiful, actually even better than the pictures and loved opening the French doors in the sunroom at the end of the day. Beautiful large bathroom, more than enough room for two and beautifully decorated combing touches of modern and vintage. Hoping to be able to stay here again soon
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Perfection!

We absolutely LOVED our 1 week stay here. The location was perfect wit the beach, restaurants and shops easily walkable. The neighbors were just lovely... the man next-door brought us a bouquet of roses that he grows and the woman and her pup in the main house were sweet. The bathroom was spacious and bright. The kitchen was clean and had everything we needed.The beds were all comfortable. The living room was great for us all to curl up and watch movies at night. With family in the area we will definitely be staying here every time we come to Santa Barbara!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Captain's Cottage and VRoSB are tops!

I've been coming to Santa Barbara for many years, but this is the first time I was able to schedule the Captain's Cottage. Other places I had stayed previously in West Beach had been somewhere between 'pretty good' and ‘outright dismal.’ So when I arrived at ‘the Cottage’ I was immediately relieved to see how comfortable and attractive and private the place was. But, it was only as I started exploring the kitchen and the bathroom, it sunk in how well maintained and managed this place is. I don't know whom to credit, whether it's the property owner or the management company—Vacation Rentals of Santa Barbara. Undoubtedly both. No shortcuts anywhere. All the dishes matched and the silverware, again, was complete (not the usual rummage sale assortment). Similarly the bathroom was amply laid out and immaculately clean and well supplied, including dedicated beach towels. Outside the apartment is a private courtyard with outdoor dining furniture. And there are even bicycles in the garage with tires perfectly inflated and ready for one's ride along the coastal bike path. Usually one determines a date to travel and then hopes to find something in that time period. For me, I will check the schedule of availability of this wonderful destination and plan my trip accordingly. West Beach is my preferred neighborhood, because it doesn’t require having a car. If this apartment is indicative of the quality of VRoSB management, then the good news is there are many other options available.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and service!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

leigh k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, well stocked, very clean cottage in great location. Pros:-very clean -well stocked kitchen, linens, blankets, beach towels, bikes- great shower- comfortable living room- great location , 2 blocks from beach, quiet downtown adjacent - nice patio area-convenient laundry includedCons: - beds are very soft ( this is personal preference issue thought) -garage will only fit a mini car, but on the street parking is easy to find if you pay attention to signs - trundle bed really only fits a short adult or 2 smaller children -just person
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Dream Weekend Getaway

The Captain's Cottage was absolutely wonderful! It was the perfect location and such a beautiful, comfortable, and thoughtfully appointed property. We could not have loved our stay more!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie Z.

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

Great little cottage

We had a nice stay (3 of us). It was perfect in that my daughter had her own space with a daybed. The area is amazing and close to everything but on a nice quiet street. Perfect amount of space for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac E.

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

Honeymoon Stay

We loved the property and the location was great. Communication from before arrival, until departure was seamless and adequate. We will definitely return and recommend VRSB!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joyce L.

Great stay

I really don't want to write a review so that I can have Captain's Cottage whenever I want it. We came to visit family and Capain's Cottage was perfect for us. Every time I thought it would be nice if they had this or that I found it. Well stocked and great location. Will be back! Joyce
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10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Lovely Vacation Rental!

Spacious, clean, well-located. The rental and concierge staff are particularly pleasant and accommodating. The garage is ridiculously small.

10/10 Excellent

Mari L.

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

Lovely place

We absolutely loved everything about this property. Location, charm, privacy, friendly neighbors and authentic Santa Barbara atmosphere. Perfect for a couple or a solo getaway. This is a great place to stay during Fiesta! Can't beat one block away from the parades.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

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

Excellent

Great cottage with everything within walking distance
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Loved the property
Down the street
Sunset on the beach
A view from the mountains
Park across from the wharf
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025