Entire Beachfront Home With the Unique Charm of a Sailing Vessel

Santa Barbara, California
$1491 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

The Boathouse

Paradise on the beach! Sitting right on the sand at one of the most beautiful semi-private beaches in Santa Barbara, The Boathouse is the perfect retreat! This property is located on the best part of Miramar Beach! Constructed of teak, mahogany and white spruce, accompanied by etched and stained glass windows, this unique cottage has been designed to look and feel like a well-built custom sailing vessel. The property consists of two separate one bedroom/one bathroom units joined by a connected stairway inside and a common entrance from the outside. Each unit can be rented separately (sleeping 2 adults and 2 children) or together for a maximum of 6 to 8 people. Please take into consideration that this property is equip with multiple sets of stairs that are required for access down to the unit and down to the beach. As is typical with many Santa Barbara homes, this property does not have AC. Open windows and the use of fans allow ocean breezes in to keep the house cool during hot summer months.

The Upper Unit features a fireplace and larger enclosed deck. The Lower Unit sits closest to the sand. Views are unobstructed from the deck as there is no railing and just sandy beach below. During high tide you may just be able to dangle your feet in the water from the deck! At either property you can relax and enjoy the amazing view as you listen to the sound of the surging waves. Let the waves lull you to sleep in a comfortable queen size bed. For your entertainment, this cozy cabin is also equipped with a television, cable TV and wifi. However, you will be too busy enjoying the outdoors! Just a few steps to the sand, where plenty of beach accessories await for your enjoyment chairs, umbrellas, kayaks and boogie boards included.

When you are ready to enjoy a meal, a small kitchen provides all that you need for cooking or step up to the roof deck for your barbequing pleasure! (Deck is shared with lower unit). If eating out at great restaurants is more your style, Montecito's lower Village is only a mile away and downtown Santa Barbara is a short 10 minute drive.

Please Note: If both units are rented by separate parties, expect some interaction due to the nature of the internal stairs, upper deck, shared laundry, and common stairs to the beach. This property is equipped with multiple sets of stairs that are required for access down to the unit from the parking lot and down to the beach. It may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues.

Please Note: Stair access is required to reach the: upper deck, laundry, and common stairs to the beach. This property is equipped with multiple sets of stairs that are required for access down to the unit from the parking lot and down to the beach. It may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues. The interior carpeted stairs have walls on both sides but no railings, additionally the small set of exterior stairs leading down from the unit directly onto the beach does not have railings.

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  • Feature Features
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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1000 Sq Ft (93 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Casino Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golf Privileges Hiking Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay Near The Ocean Near The Sea On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Concierge Services
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Elaine H.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    The view and proximity to the beach was unbeatable! Wonderful kitchen with everything you could need if you don't want to eat out.The cell phone receptibility left a lot to be desired. Fortunately, my friend was able to Wi-Fi connect on her phone. I could not. Also had some initial trouble with the code boxes for the master keys for both units.Also be aware if you are older, this property has many stairs, and some areas could cause a misbalance.Otherwise, my friend and I enjoyed our stay thoroughly, and I am already missing the sound of those ocean waves, which come very close to the property at night!

  • Thor H.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    We had a fabulous stay at this beautiful beach. We will be back.

  • CHERRY C.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2024

    Stayed Jul 3, 2024

    We were attending our granddaughters wedding and this made a perfect place to relax before the wedding festivities began. Everything was clean and well stocked - The view was excellent and we enjoyed people watching.

  • Stephanie W.

    Submitted Mar 20, 2022

    Stayed Mar 17, 2022

    Great place to stay with beautiful scenery and in walking distance on the beach to an excellent restaurant and bar.

  • Ray M.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2021

    Stayed Aug 1, 2021

    Great vacation spot. We spent a week there. Would do it again. The stairs from the bedroom to the kitchen are dangerous at night Owner should add a railing and night light.

  • Christy K.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2021

    Stayed Jul 28, 2021

    Had an amazing time For my Birthday weekend with friends and family.

  • Eric N.

    Submitted Jan 11, 2021

    Stayed Dec 20, 2020

    The Boat House is a super cool bungalow just steps to the beach. Both top and bottom units are well decorated like spacious cabins on a fine yacht. The galleys had everything we needed to prepare fine meals. The units are well furnished and equipped with everything else needed for an enjoyable stay at the beach. The sunrises over the water were incredible. The beach walks excellent. We could not stop gazing at the ocean through large picture windows, We will be back to stay here again! - The Nielsen Family

  • Katie G.

    Submitted Apr 7, 2020

    Stayed Mar 28, 2020

    We had an amazing and relaxing time. You really feel like you're on a boat and the house is fully stocked with kitchen supplies, towels, beach chairs and games. You can't beat the location!

  • Sheila G.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2019

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Charming, very clean house with a well equipped kitchen if you like to cook. The location and ocean view were unparalleled. So easy for the kids to go directly on the beach. Stocked with everything you would need for the beach. We would definitely go again!

  • Submitted Aug 8, 2019

    Stayed Aug 1, 2019

    House was perfect for our needs. Location is the best and home had everything we needed to cook, relax and enjoy. Great balconies for sitting and relaxing beachside.

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