
Holiday rentals with beach access in Santa Barbara
Find and book unique accommodation with beach access on Airbnb
Top-rated Accommodation with Beach Access in Santa Barbara
Guests agree: These holiday homes with beach access are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

Best Mesa Beach House, Santa Barbara! - Condé Nast
Named “Best Beach Cottage on the Mesa in Santa Barbara” by Condé Nast Traveler, this beachy retreat pairs comfort & style. Just a 5-minute walk to the beach & 10 minutes to downtown Santa Barbara, it offers the best of coastal living. Two king bedrooms plus a twin room make it ideal for families w/ luxe bedding & blackout shades. The backyard is an oasis with a firepit, grill, outdoor dining & lounge seating. Inside, enjoy 2 large smart TVs, high-end furnishings & a perfectly appointed kitchen.

Location/Location* West Beach Hideaway
This lovely 1 bed/ 1.5 bath townhouse is located in the heart of the Santa Barbara West Beach waterfront district. It is part of a luxurious five-unit development that was recognized as "Project of the Year" by the National Assoc. of Homebuilders. This property boasts 2 levels, deluxe master bedroom/bathroom/patio is situated on the first level, and the living room/kitchen/ half bath/balcony on the 2nd level. Quiet and private. If this unit is occupied we can refer you to our sister property.

Dreamy Beach Cottage Spa and Sauna~ Walk to Beach
Newly remodeled Beach Cottage with hot tub just 2 blocks from the sand! This adorable 1 bed/1bath private home boasts incredible outdoor spaces with Spa & Sauna. Located just .2 miles (5 minutes walking distance) from Leadbetter Beach & Shoreline Park. Enjoy the expansive private deck w/ outdoor dining, smart TV's, abundant amenities, & the newly remodeled kitchen. Located just minutes to trails, wine tasting & downtown Santa Barbara. Pet friendly ($125 pet fee). The perfect coastal get-away!

Beautiful Studio -Beach & Garden
Relax and enjoy beautiful Santa Barbara in this cozy and stylish studio. Surrounded by fruit trees and with comfortable outdoor seating you can unwind in nature or you can enjoy the beautifully designed studio with a plush queen bed and smart tv. The property is perfectly located for an easy walk to the beach, beautiful Shoreline Park, or the famous Santa Barbara harbor in just minutes. This studio is the ideal home base for any type of Santa Barbara visit, from adventure to pure relaxation.

ART + Airbnb in the heart of the FunkZone
Something special is happening here. It's all about creativity, inspiration and fun, with some of the city's most amazing food, wineries, boutiques, and galleries just outside your door. The loft itself, is a living gallery, filled with thoughtfully curated art and design to experience first hand; connecting guests with talented and unique makers of every kind. Only a few blocks away beach aficionados can feel their toes in the sand. This is a magic spot to base any SB adventure.

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

Designer Perfect Beach Cottage - Walk to Beaches
Recognized by House Beautiful magazine, this light and bright beach cottage was renovated and furnished by Brown Design Group. Minutes walk to Butterfly, Hammond's, and Miramar beaches as well as to all the shops and restaurants on Coast Village Road. This 2 bedroom/2 bath cottage is the perfect escape with charming details. Complete renovation features designer kitchen, baths, hardwood flooring, wood ceilings, lighting, furnishings and accessories.

The Captain's Cottage on Shoreline Drive
The Captain's Cottage exemplifies the California beach lifestyle at its finest. Tastefully remodeled and situated on its own private grounds, the cottage sits across the street from one of Santa Barbara's best beaches. With a tropical garden setting, modern amenities, and convenient proximity to the beach and Santa Barbara's State Street, a getaway at The Captain's Cottage is the quintessential Santa Barbara beachside experience.

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.

Beach Heaven
Feel at home the minute you arrive. Located off street in one of the most desirable Santa Barbara neighborhoods on "the Mesa". Just minutes from the steps down to the beach and Shoreline Park overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Santa Cruz Island. Shopping and dining within walking distance. Take off your shoes, relax, enjoy the stars. The sunny, private and spacious patio is perfect for relaxing, barbecuing and Al fresco dining.

Sunlit Montecito Studio • Cozy Retreat with Patio
Step Into the Montecito Studio Casita of Your Dreams Welcome to your ideal Montecito getaway—a charming, cozy studio casita designed for relaxation, inspiration, and extended stays. Recently renovated and thoughtfully decorated, this inviting retreat blends comfort and style, creating a serene space you’ll find hard to leave. Enjoy a hassle-free checkout and savor your final moments with us.

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 Santa Barbara Accommodation with Beach Access
Apartment rentals with beach access

Mesa Cottage~Nearby Beach Access

Steps to Beach & Funk Zone | The Library Hideaway

Beach Getaway | Walk to Downtown & 5 Min to Beach

The Well Ocean View Bungalow #5

Casa Riviera 8 – Boutique Suites

Really on the Beach with Private Enclosed Patio

Ventura Getaway

Historic Terrace Bungalow | Steps to Beach & Funk
Holiday House Rentals with beach access

5 STAR Home & Host ~ Beaches Downtwn Marina & Park

Sunny Garden Home near the beach

Summerland Sweet Beach Getaway

Newly Remodeled Surf Cottage Footsteps to Ocean

Magnificent Montecito with Jacuzzi

Ocean Island View Home Walkable to Town & Beach

Ocean View Home In Summerland!

Upscale Downtown Home. Walk to Beach shops &Bars🥂🏖
Holiday condos with beach access

SantaBarbara'sBest@East Beach

Darling Carpinteria Beach Getaway

Port Hueneme 2 Bd, 2BA w/ Ocean View Beach Living

Rosemar by the Sea Two Bedroom Home- Santa Barbara

$249 DEC Special Sunday-Wednesday w/ Private Deck

Really cool 2 bedroom, close to the beach!

Holiday SALE! Condo w patio 150 steps to the sand.

Cottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. price | $485 NZD | $486 NZD | $506 NZD | $513 NZD | $565 NZD | $582 NZD | $587 NZD | $587 NZD | $554 NZD | $540 NZD | $525 NZD | $504 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 |
Quick stats about holiday rentals with beach access in Santa Barbara

Total holiday rentals
Explore 500 holiday rentals in Santa Barbara

Verified guest reviews
Over 36,500 verified reviews to help you choose

Family-friendly holiday rentals
290 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 220 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
60 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
340 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
500 of Santa Barbara holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Santa Barbara rentals

4.9 Average rating
Santa Barbara stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Santa Barbara's top spots, include Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Bowl, and Paseo Nuevo
Destinations to explore
- Southern California Holiday rentals
- Los Angeles Holiday rentals
- Stanton Holiday rentals
- Channel Islands of California Holiday rentals
- Las Vegas Holiday rentals
- San Francisco Bay Area Holiday rentals
- San Diego Holiday rentals
- San Francisco Holiday rentals
- Central California Holiday rentals
- San Francisco Peninsula Holiday rentals
- Palm Springs Holiday rentals
- San Fernando Valley Holiday rentals
- Rentals with outdoor seating Santa Barbara
- Rentals with a fire pit Santa Barbara
- Villa rentals Santa Barbara
- Rentals with a patio Santa Barbara
- Boutique hotels Santa Barbara
- Rentals with a fireplace Santa Barbara
- Cottage rentals Santa Barbara
- Rentals with a hot tub Santa Barbara
- Family-friendly rentals Santa Barbara
- Fitness-friendly rentals Santa Barbara
- Condo rentals Santa Barbara
- Waterfront rentals Santa Barbara
- Pet-friendly rentals Santa Barbara
- Guesthouse rentals Santa Barbara
- Hotel rooms Santa Barbara
- Private suite rentals Santa Barbara
- Apartment rentals Santa Barbara
- Rentals with an EV charger Santa Barbara
- Rentals with pools Santa Barbara
- House rentals Santa Barbara
- Beachfront rentals Santa Barbara
- Rentals with breakfast Santa Barbara
- Rentals with a washing machine and dryer Santa Barbara
- Mansion rentals Santa Barbara
- Townhouse rentals Santa Barbara
- Cabin rentals Santa Barbara
- Rentals with beach access Santa Barbara County
- Rentals with beach access California
- Rentals with beach access United States
- Carpinteria City Beach
- Silver Strand State Beach
- Oxnard State Beach Park
- Rincon Beach
- Butterfly Beach
- Hollywood Beach
- El Capitán State Beach
- La Conchita Beach
- Hollywood Beach
- West Beach
- East Beach
- Port Hueneme Beach Park
- Mondo's Beach
- Point Mugu Beach
- Arroyo Quemada Beach
- Mesa Lane Beach
- Gaviota Beach
- Miramar Beach
- Goleta Beach
- Refugio Beach
- Sycamore Cove Beach
- Hendrys Beach
- Leadbetter Beach
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Things to do Santa Barbara
- Things to do Santa Barbara County
- Nature and outdoors Santa Barbara County
- Art and culture Santa Barbara County
- Things to do California
- Art and culture California
- Sports activities California
- Tours California
- Food and drink California
- Entertainment California
- Sightseeing California
- Nature and outdoors California
- Wellness California
- Things to do United States
- Food and drink United States
- Wellness United States
- Sightseeing United States
- Art and culture United States
- Nature and outdoors United States
- Sports activities United States
- Tours United States
- Entertainment United States






