Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
23 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Summerland
Seaside stay .You'll find Lookout Park and Summerland Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Summerland vacation home. Fernald Point and Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 11 min drive - 8.9 miles
Santa Barbara Bowl - 12 min drive - 7.5 miles
Getting around
Carpinteria Station - 13 min drive
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Ospi Montecito - 5 min drive
Blenders in the Grass - 5 min drive
Jeannine's American Bakery & Restaurant - 4 min drive
Padaro Beach Grill - 5 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.
5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio
Welcome to The Narrows! A big, easygoing 5-bedroom Summerland beach house with a private jacuzzi, game room, two living rooms, and a separate bottom-floor studio — sleeping 8+, close to the sand. The Narrows solves the problem every group trip has: togetherness without the pile-up. Two full living rooms, a dedicated game room, outdoor spaces in every direction — and now the ace up its sleeve: a private studio on the bottom floor with its own kitchenette, bathroom, and laundry, perfect for grandparents, teens, or the couple who likes their own front door.
THE SPACE. The top two levels hold four bedrooms and three baths spread comfortably around a full kitchen, dining area, and those two living rooms — early risers, nappers, and the game-night crowd all get their own territory, then reconvene for dinner like they planned it. Downstairs, the fifth bedroom is a self-contained private studio: full kitchenette, its own bathroom, and washer/dryer — a genuine suite-within-the-house that multi-generation trips fight over (politely). The fully fenced backyard wraps it all up, jacuzzi steaming in the corner for the end-of-day debrief.
WELLNESS HERE. Unstructured beach-town time — game-room laughter, backyard evenings, hot-tub soaks under the stars, and mornings that start whenever they start.
THE LOCATION. Summerland's relaxed beach community, minutes from the sand, village cafés, Montecito, and downtown Santa Barbara.
GOOD TO KNOW. This home is part of Chosen's Beach Collection — older, well-loved coastal homes with character, charm, and a few quirks that come with age and salt air. What they trade in modern polish they return in location, views, and value. The home has three living rooms, one on the first floor and two on the second. None of them can accommodate all guests individually. Please note this home has a narrow layout and design, hence our name. Also please note, the screen doors do not stay on but are available for guest use should you like to use them.
DISCLOSURES - The lower level is a completely separate Airbnb with its own private entrance and designated outdoor space. You may occasionally see other guests coming and going, but there are no shared interior living spaces. - This home has a charming beach shack feel and reflects the character of an older coastal property. While it is clean and well maintained, it does have a few quirks. - The newer screen doors can occasionally come off their tracks if opened forcefully. Please use them gently. - Some of the original window panes are older and may not operate as smoothly as newer windows. - The large mature tree in the backyard naturally drops leaves and debris throughout the year despite regular maintenance. - As an older coastal home, the exterior shell and certain finishes show their age, adding to the authentic charm and character of the property.
THE CHOSEN DIFFERENCE WELLNESS BUILT INTO EVERY STAY
Chosen is Santa Barbara s wellness vacation rental company, and every stay begins before you unpack. You ll be welcomed with a curated arrival gift of wellness essentials and local favorites, wrapped in a custom Chosen tote that s yours to take home. Every home is prepared with high thread-count linens, premium bath products, and non-toxic cleaning protocols.
Beyond the home, you ll enjoy exclusive discounts and complimentary access to Chosen s local wellness partners hand-picked spa, massage, fitness, sauna, and recovery experiences across Santa Barbara, Summerland, and Montecito that other rentals simply can t offer. Want to go deeper? Personalize your stay with add-on services including in-home massage, facials, personal training, and private chef experiences, all seamlessly arranged by our concierge.
A stay like this isn't just booked it s Chosen.
*Please note any and all reservations incur a non-refundable 3% processing fee.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Deadbolt lock
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
General
Property does not allow children
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 4 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
1061983
Frequently asked questions
How close is 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio to the airport?
This vacation home is 16.2 mi (23-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 11-minute walk from Summerland Beach and 2.5 mi (9-min drive) from Miramar Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is 5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio to downtown Summerland?
This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Summerland.
5BR Beach House | Hot Tub, Game Room + Studio Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Host immediately responsive. Very kind and thoughtful. We had to find a single level home for one of our family who had recently had hip surgery. Aiden, the host, immediately switched us from a two story property to a one story property. The property was immaculate. We had four guests. in a four bedroom home, very spacious quiet and we all enjoyed our stay. The home is well stocked with everything you need. It was a perfect stay.
Summerland is an absolute gem and this property did not disappoint!!! Tons of room, amazing ocean views, and walkable to shops and restaurants. The sunrise and sunset walks around the neighborhood were amazing. We’ll book again!
The host was helpful and responsive. The actual unit could use some work. There are ants and spiders inside. The bunk beds were also unstable, so guests elected to sleep on the floor or double up in beds instead. One of the upstairs patios had a very leaky roof, and the bedroom attached was moist/humid for the duration of the trip. That bed also seems to concave in the middle, which was uncomfortable.Smoke alarms were not connected throughout the home.
Lalah D.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Cheri H.
Oct 4, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Beds were comfortable upstairs, the others not so much. Bathrooms were clean. Overall generally clean. Microwave sounds like it is ready to die. Dryer wouldn’t dry clothes because it wouldn’t heat. Screen doors fell off the sliding doors and couldn’t be replaced. No way to open doors and windows for cool air to sleep, so the place was hot and hard to sleep. No air conditioning. Poor to no lighting to get into the facility at night. Very dangerous and difficult steps inside to get to the second floor. Wall outlet behind the couch was falling out of the wall exposing wires, and creating a potential fire hazard. If this were the first VRBO experience we’d never stay in one again. The host was friendly, responded quickly via email, but nothing was fixed. Someone is not checking this inside or managing it, whether it is the management company or the owner. Not sure. And chemical smell in the upstairs bathroom. Had requested no chemical smells due to allergens.
"The Narrows" describes the property - narrow! The home is the 2nd and 3rd floors of a duplex, with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths along with kitchen laundry and outside deck on 1st (2nd) floor and two bedrooms with 1 bath on the 2nd (3rd) floor.
At time of renting, the description didn't specify the house layout. The 2 bedrooms on the 2nd floor are the desirable rooms to stay in, but they share a bathroom which we didn't realize. The bedroom in the front of the property is much nicer as it has an outside deck with a view of the ocean and a king sized bed. The 2nd bedroom in the back is a queen with a sliding door that opens up to a screened in back deck, which we didn't use as we found it a bit dank and dirty. We had issues with water taking forever to get hot in that top floor bathroom. We let the owner know and he was very responsive but we opted not to have him come over to fix it during our stay.
The 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor - one is a room with a bunk bed and the other a single bed frame with a trundle bed. Both rooms are rather dark and featureless - really only meant for sleeping.
Kitchen was well equipped - we made a large breakfast one morning we were there and found everything we needed.
Overall - not a luxurious experience as we just found the property to be a bit tired and not well maintained - sliding doors sticking/off their hinges, dust and grit on most outside surfaces, broken bed frame (we fixed) but certainly adequate for the wedding we attended nearby.