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The Cottage at Miramar

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Dining
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Montecito, CA
  • Miramar Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Butterfly Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this Montecito vacation home, you'll find Miramar Beach and Fernald Point. Soma Get Fit and Hammond's Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Butterfly Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 7 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Reunion Kitchen + Drink - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Nugget - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪RH Firehouse Grill at RH Montecito - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Cottage at Miramar

This historic beach cottage is perched directly on the sand in Montecito’s exclusive Miramar neighborhood. A five-minute walk down the beach leads you to the Rosewood Miramar resort offering spa treatments, beach services, and a Michelin-starred restaurant. A short drive lands you in downtown Santa Barbara for more award-winning dining and shopping options.

This home dates back to the early 1900s and was originally a “day shack” for sun worshipping beach goers to take refuge on hot summer days. Enter on the upper level with a unique pitched ceiling and skylights with large bay windows centered on the ocean. The Living and Dining Rooms meld together and are anchored by an open Kitchen extended by a deck that features glass railings for unobstructed views.

The lower level rooms were designed to feel like the staterooms on a yacht. Please note that the 3rd guest room with the bunk beds has to be accessed by the 2nd guest bedroom. This is a great set up for families but not for couples traveling together.

Please note that during certain seasons and weather patterns, there isn’t always a sandy beach directly in front of the home. However, a short walk will offer a sandy place to relax and kick off your shoes.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cottage at Miramar to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.2 mi (16-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Cottage at Miramar have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Cottage at Miramar to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Cottage at Miramar offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cottage at Miramar?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Cottage at Miramar?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Cottage at Miramar?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Cottage at Miramar have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Cottage at Miramar have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Cottage at Miramar to downtown Santa Barbara?

This vacation home is 4.2 mi away from Santa Barbara.

The Cottage at Miramar Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Maryann B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super small bedrooms

This place is really cute and charming and is in a great location, but the bedrooms are crazy small. Like our dog couldnt even turn around between the beds and the walls in the two kids' rooms, she had to back out. The kids' rooms have zero place for clothing as well - no dressers, closets, etc. We had to pile our suitcases in the hallway. Also, while its pet-friendly, which was a huge plis for us initially, it turns out theres no ideal place to take your pet out to go potty, esp at night. This is a cute peoperty, but i was expecting to be able to at least have a place for our clothes and was disappointed by the experience. And when i called to tell them we were checking out early and that i was unhappy and wanted to talk to someone, they never called me back. I hate leaving less than five star reviews, but i also want future renters to know what to expect.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic View

This property was just lovely. We arrived at high tide and it felt like we were practically in the ocean. The house is unique and beautifully decorated in a way that reflects the area. Updated appliances and bathrooms. There were views from every window. It was minutes away from the Rosewood Miramar Beach Hotel where we dined at Caruso's, a Michelin Star restaurant. There are other great dining places nearby, as well. If you have the opportunity to stay at this beautiful house, don't hesitate......it's worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024