Upper Unit Beach House Built like a Custom Sailing Vessel!

Santa Barbara, California
$722 avg/night
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

The Boathouse—Upper Unit (1 Bed/1 Bath with a sleeper sofa in living room). Please inquire if you would like to book both Upper & Lower levels together (2 Bed/ 2 Bath) or see listing titled Entire Unit. Property code for entire unit: p4170118

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. 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 barbecuing 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.

When flying into the area, the property is easily accessible from Santa Barbara Airport (only about 20 minutes away) and Los Angeles (90 miles south).
The Boathouse is truly a relaxing place to get away for it all! Come and escape to Miramar Beach!

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. 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

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 500 Sq Ft (46 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Parasailing Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Water Sports Equipment Whale Watching 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 The Ocean Near The Sea On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Concierge Services Iron/ironing Board
  • 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 : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • EW P.

    Submitted Feb 1, 2026

    Stayed Jan 28, 2026

    Communication was great. Location is awesome, on a great beach and close to plenty of restaurants! We had a great time.

  • Amy A.

    Submitted Jan 23, 2026

    Stayed Jan 7, 2026

    We really enjoyed our stay in this charming little beach-boat house! It was well appointed and in a great location. We lucked out with the weather and spectacular views from the deck. Thank you!

  • Mariko K.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2026

    Stayed Dec 9, 2025

    Location is fantastic. Outside of thin walls with the neighbors it’s a great spot for couples to enjoy the ocean view.

  • Loes N.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    Gorgeous home on a gorgeous beach. The condo was unique and cozy, kitchen was well-equipped, the shower was super cool, and the view was the best. We had a lovely stay.

  • Tyler K.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    Excellent property with the best location. Highly recommend.

  • Michelle L.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2025

    Stayed Feb 21, 2025

    This is a great spot for 2. My hubby and I did a STAY-cation and it was so great to wake up to the ocean every morning and just enjoy the beach. We were able to walk into town for dinner one night and then also cooked at the unit another night. There is a BBQ up top, and the kitchen has pretty much everything you need. Note there is not a dishwasher int he upper unit and I would not have more than 2 people. Great for a weekend escape.

  • Neftali L.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2024

    Stayed Jun 6, 2024

    Good

  • Marc L.

    Submitted May 20, 2024

    Stayed Apr 19, 2024

    Great little house !

  • Dave L.

    Submitted May 2, 2024

    Stayed Apr 28, 2024

    The residence was clean and as advertised. The location is right on the sand in a very quiet area of Montecito. it is a short drive to restaurants in Montecito or downtown Santa Barbara. Would definitely stay again.

  • Dana W.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2024

    Stayed Mar 7, 2024

    Beautiful oceanfront home! Nice gated community with in walking distance from the Miramar Hotel for brunch thru the gate. Enjoyed local shopping and restaurants. Will be back next year.

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$722+
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