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New Ocean View Private Bungalow- Walkable +EV chgr
Looking for a romantic getaway or a place to slow down and relax, you’ve found it! Enjoy the less crowded beach life, perched on a hill, with about a 3 block walk to the best local beach and park in Santa Barbara County or head up to famous hiking trails, with everything you need steps away from cute boutiques to local restaurants of Summerland. Montecito and Santa Barbara just 5-15 mins by bike or car. After exploring, relax on your private deck with a choice beverage and incredible stargazing.

Chic Boho Retreat | Spa + Sauna + Garden Oasis!
Save 20% at BohoHouseSB. Code: 20BohoHoliday Welcome to the Boho Bungalow! A private retreat nestled in a lush garden oasis. This well-appointed 500 SF guest house w/ fenced yard, stocked essentials, kitchen, king Beautyrest Mattress, Apple TV, WIFI & sofa bed w/ shared access to a communal garden space w/ ice bath, sauna, tea lounge, seating, outdoor shower & fire pits. Enjoy access to an herbalist, instruments, chickens, & on-site events. Near downtown, beaches, UCSB & the SB Bowl. dogs ok.

Mountain Cottage- Santa Barbara/Santa Ynez- w/Spa
Nestle into nature in a cozy cottage in the mountains between the beaches of Santa Barbara & foodie filled wine region, Santa Ynez Valley. (About 30 minutes to each) Sweet private space for 1-2 guests with a luxurious king bed, equipped kitchenette with counter seating, hot tub under the oak trees, outdoor deck for evening sips surrounded by mossy boulders and a star studded sky. Enjoy the neighborhood’s ocean and mountain views, explore nearby hikes, savor local wine, and dine out well!

Mesa Flat with Ocean & Island Views
We are taking extra cleanliness precautions to ensure the safety of all. This is above and beyond our already exceptional cleaning protocols. We want you to feel and stay safe. This Flat is a hidden gem. 2 bed, 2 bed with ocean view.on the Mesa. We are located on near SBCC, Shoreline Park and Ledbetter Beach. **Small pets allowed on approval. $200 pet fee applies. Please contact for approval. No large breeds please*** **This is upstairs unit with single flight of stairs required***

Secluded, private, safe dog friendly cottage
Very private secluded fenced cottage at end of the road in Montecito. King bed and comfortable sleeper sofa in a quaint setting. Ideal for 3 max. Or 2 adults & 2 children on sofa sleeper. Beach chairs and umbrella and 2 boogie boards to use! . Dog and child friendly completely fenced and private. NO CATS please! 10 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara Washer and dryer for guests staying a week or longer. check in info sent before stay, Check in 3 check out 11am unless arranged differently

Petite Retreat; Artist Studio
Our detached Spanish-style artist’s studio is within a 3 to 15 minute walk of all the best restaurants and shops in the lower Village of Montecito. It is an easy four block walk from the patio to beautiful Butterfly Beach. It is cozy, private and has a fabulous, hot, outside shower ! (Note; this shower is the only shower for the studio). Gaze at the stars while rinsing off the sand ! The studio space is small, and cozy, warm radiant concrete floors can be turned on in the chillier months.

The Beach Loft- Private, Remodeled, Walkable!
This newly remodeled guest house is located in the coveted Montecito Oaks neighborhood. This ideal location is walking distance to many popular spots in Montecito; Coast Village Road the Rosewood Miramar Hotel, Butterfly Beach. This home has an upstairs loft with one king bed and downstairs includes a queen size pull out couch. The house has a gated private entrance, keypad locked front door, and your own fenced in yard and patio. Outdoor Amenities- Fire Pit, Ping Pong, Corn Hole

Coastal Private Guest House on 1 Acre.
Peaceful private seaside escape! Surrounded by greenery, fruit trees, birds and colorful garden flowers. Close to the ocean, best beaches, polo fields, shopping, Carpinteria and Santa Barbara. Safest beaches in America w waves and small cozy beach town feel. Enjoy the best sunsets on the Westcoast, surf lessons and wine tasting. Hide away from the demands of the world in our tranquil modern detached guesthouse. Easy beach, hiking and polo field access.

Cozy Beach Cottage 7 min walk to the Sea & UCSB!
Take an early morning stroll along the bluffs above the ocean waves in the iconic college beach town of Isla Vista. Our cozy studio retreat is a perfect home base for exploring the beautiful Santa Barbara area beaches, Spanish-style downtown, mountain hiking, and coastal foothills. We are a ten minute walk from Devereux beach, UCSB and its lagoon, and only an 8 minute drive from both the Santa Barbara airport and Goleta Amtrak station.

The Coconut
BEST LOCATION and private! In the heart of the lower village of Montecito you have a stylish separate cottage with private gated parking with a separate entrance. Walk everywhere! Play bocce or walk and shop at the Montecito Country Mart for dinner and ice cream. There is a private patio to enjoy a glass of wine in the evening. Butterfly Beach is a 10-minute walk away. New bed, spacious bathroom, AC and heat, large TV and updates.

Montecito Farmhouse Retreat
Light and airy, luxury farmhouse cottage with king-size bed and sitting area, fully equipped kitchen complete with modern, high-end amenities including a washer and dryer on gated grounds. A beautiful, sunny bathroom with modern shower, walk in closet, beautiful inlayed wood desk for working, television/cable. A short walk to Montecito's upper village, the beach, and the most beautiful hiking trails in the American Riviera.

Montecito Miramar Beach Cottage
Stay at Montecito’s favorite beach. Quiet and comfortable one bedroom cottage with everything you need - king bed, full kitchen and bath (glass shower-no tub), spacious living room and private garden patio. The cottage is conveniently located just one block away from the beach or the Rosewood Miramar hotel and just minutes to Coast Village Road for dining and shopping.
Popular amenities for Montecito guesthouses
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NEW Midtown Studio - Near Beach & Downtown

Nature meets Luxury

THE VENTURA COTTAGE - Charming Studio in Midtown

Casa Esquina

Hillside Haven | Boutique Spanish Escape

Casa al Mare Private Cottage

Ojai Garden View Studio

Beachie Bungalow
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Cozy & Bright SB Studio

Montecito Casita Paquena

Santa Barbara Mission Studio

Riviera Garden Cottage with Lovely Mountain Views

Zoe’s Cottage Beautiful Near Beach & Downtown

Serene & Private Studio w/ Garden Oasis

Hermosillo Pequeno

Garden Cottage Sanctuary
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Cozy 1 bedroom guest house private entrance.

Sugar-shack

Peaceful Montecito Cottage on Gated Property

Tony’s Place - King, air conditioned, Private

Toro Canyon Coastal Casita

Luxury downtown executive suite

Pinecone Cottage

Santa Barbara Serenity Large 1-bedroom Guest Apt.
When is the best time to visit Montecito?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. price | $426 NZD | $396 NZD | $415 NZD | $405 NZD | $433 NZD | $433 NZD | $486 NZD | $452 NZD | $436 NZD | $395 NZD | $414 NZD | $381 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 13°C | 13°C | 14°C | 14°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C | 19°C | 18°C | 18°C | 15°C | 13°C |
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4.8 Average rating
Montecito stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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