Waterfront vacation rentals in Santa Barbara

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Top guest favourite
Apartment in Carpinteria
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviews

Charming Beachside Flat

LindaRating, 5 stars6 months ago
Another great stay at Logan's. The beach is only a few steps away and the Salt Marsh Reserve right across the street. One of my favorite things to do is either an early morning walk on the beach, or just stay in with an early morning cup of tea and watch the sunrise light up the hills. Coming to Logan's feels like a welcome home. I've been coming for several years and intend to continue.
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Apartment in Ventura
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviews

Cozy Coastal Escape 1/2 block 2 Beach + Dog 38

EdwardRating, 5 stars3 months ago
This was a fantastic location, the accommodations were as advertised, and the hosts were super helpful and responsive. (Morgan, thanks for extending our checkout time at such short notice;)) I hope to stay here again soon!
Apartment in Silver Strand
4.48 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews

Sea View, Boards, Bikes, W/d

AushantiRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Austin was quick to respond about any questions and overall a great host! I recommend 10/10 experience. A beach right across the street, safe area, and had everything we needed. Will be back again :)
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Apartment in Carpinteria
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 52 reviews

Mermaids Grotto - Just Steps to the Sand

MarisaRating, 5 stars2 months ago
Beautiful and comfortable apartment on the sand exactly as described. It was perfect for our girls weekend getaway exploring from Carpinteria to Santa Barbara. Alli was easy to communicate with and responded quickly.
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Apartment in Santa Barbara
5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

SeaCliff - Shoreline

TonyaRating, 5 stars4 days ago
We had a wonderful weekend in SB. Waking up to the sound of waves and sipping coffee on the deck was just what we needed! The place was large with quick access to the beach. We will be returning for sure!
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Apartment in Santa Barbara
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

SeaCliff - Dolphin View

KellyRating, 5 stars3 months ago
This is a gorgeous apartment. The views are stunning and unobstructed. The home is very well taken care of and has everything you could possibly need. I loved the high quality sheets, towels and items in the kitchen. It is also in a very quiet complex. I slept so well listening to the sounds of the waves outside. They also have a free EV charger if you’re driving. I thought that was a nice touch. Finally, it’s walking distance to the beach, my favorite restaurant on the beach (Shoreline Cafe), my favorite restaurant in the harbor (Brophies), and you can walk along the beach for miles right outside the apartment. I’ll definitely be back! Thank you Paradise Retreats!
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Apartment in Oxnard Shores
5 out of 5 average rating, 87 reviews

Rolling Beach Dunes Cozy Studio

AnnelieRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
This was the second time that I’ve stayed at Paul and Favian’s place and both times I had a great experience! The room is clean, well-equipped and neatly decorated in a vintage flair that fits perfectly to the laid back beach town. The location is in walking distance to the beach and small local restaurants, and not a long drive away from Vons, Downtown Oxnard , Ventura Harbor and other attractions. Perfect for a relaxed getaway, close to the beach, in a safe neighborhood. Paul is a great, heartfelt person and it was a pleasure to meet him. I’d stay anytime again! :)

Waterfront house rentals

Guest favourite
Home in Ventura
5 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

Ventura Keys Living: Boat+Beach!

KatieRating, 5 stars6 days ago
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this wonderful home. We loved getting to sip our morning coffee on the patio, watching the paddle boarders and birds go by. Soaking in the hot tub was also a highlight. We loved that it was a short walk to the beach, too. A great place for a group.
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Home in Santa Barbara
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

Upper Unit Beachfront "Boathouse" House!

AntonellaRating, 5 stars2 months ago
This beach cottage was the perfect getaway for Valentine’s Day weekend. It was very cozy with a beautiful deck where you could enjoy the beach all day long. You can access the beach easily and the Rosewood hotel. Would definitely recommend and stay again. It’s the upper unit of a house so you do share a hallway entrance with downstairs guests and the entrance is right by the bedroom. Apart from that everything was very nice!
Top guest favourite
Home in Ventura
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 83 reviews

Contemporary Beach House with Expansive Ocean View

JamesRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Jayne's place was fantastic and exceeded our expectations. She was a very friendly, responsive, and helpful host. I would recommend this property as well as her hosting to anyone. One particular thing worth mentioning is how well stoked her place was with useful amenities for the beach and the home. We brought more than we needed because she's stocked the house so well. Thank you Jayne!
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Home in Channel Islands
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Waterfront home in Channel Island

BridgetRating, 5 stars4 months ago
Great location for a family Thanksgiving weekend. The home is larger in person than the photos. Beautifully furnished & top of the line appliances & bedding . We would highly recommend.
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Home in Ventura
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews

Romantic Luxury Water Front near Santa Barbara

KarenRating, 5 stars2 months ago
Absolutely HEAVENLY!! Incredible house, on ocean location, well appointed amenities, large deck, hot tub with full ocean view, comfortable beds, nice bathrooms, great communication, very helpful staff, will definitely return!
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Home in Oxnard Shores
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviews

Modern Beach Front Bungalow

HadleyRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Our family absolutely loved this house as a way to spend a week for Spring Break. The beach is basically private and the house as beautiful, not to mention absolutely loaded with Beach chairs and games/toys to use for the kids. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking. Kids room was fun for the kids to all be in their own space.
Top guest favourite
Home in Santa Barbara
5 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Shoreline Cottage- Ocean Views, remodeled, Dog OK

BeverlyRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Shoreline was beautiful and in a great location. This is what an airbnb should be. The company that ran the rental is very proactive and great at responding. I would rent again.
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Home in Santa Barbara
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews

Shoreline Getaway

KatieRating, 5 stars4 weeks ago
Our family of 6 stayed here for a week. Plenty of room, super comfortable, stocked with all the extras we needed. Walked each morning with an ocean view. My family loved the hot tub and putting green in the backyard. Clean!!! Friendly neighborhood!!!Would highly recommend.

Waterfront condo rentals

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Condo in Carpinteria
4.63 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews

Affordable! Carpinteria Shores 302

VicRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Arrived was able to enjoy listening to the waves crash on the beach. Great view and excellent location. Can’t wait to book again. There is an elevator onsite. There is private parking. The house was clean and comfortable. Kitchen and bathroom was clean and well stocked. I would recommend staying. We arrived to visit UCSB and this was just a few minutes from Santa Barbara! The best part it was super quiet with everything you need within walking distance.
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Condo in Port Hueneme
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Spectacular Beach Retreat 3Bd/2Bth + Ocean View

KarraRating, 5 stars1 month ago
We enjoyed our time here very much.. . It felt welcoming and cozy from the moment we arrived. Suneetha is a fantastic host she is very responsive, friendly, and puts so much care into making her guests feel comfortable. It was truly a great experience. Thank you Suneetha!
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Condo in Port Hueneme
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviews

Luxury Oceanbreeze Beach Condominium

ConradRating, 5 stars1 week ago
This is a sweet little beach condo! It was very clean and well-decorated! The setup with the two bedrooms and bathrooms was perfect for our group. We also appreciated that it was dog-friendly. The home is in a gated community. During your initial check-in, the host lets you in through the visitor gate. You're then supposed to receive a clicker that allows you to let yourself in through the resident gate. Through no fault of the host's, the resident gate wasn't working, so the host had to let us in each time we wanted to enter. This presented some challenge for us, but Roza was very apologetic, responsive, and went out of her way to make sure that she was available for us each and every time we needed access through the gate. Easily the most attentive Airbnb host we've ever had! We would be happy to stay here again the next time we're in the area!!
Top guest favourite
Condo in Carpinteria
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews

Cottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool

LindsayRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Great spot near the beach, comfy bed, well appointed kitchen with easy parking and a friendly host.
Top guest favourite
Condo in Carpinteria
5 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews

Carpinteria Beach front condo w/ FULL OCEAN VIEW

JennieRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Staying at Rachel's Beach Condo is consistently an incredible, inspiring "home away from home" experience... The place could not be more perfect (there's always personal touches and new stuff in the kitchen that makes me say "I have to get one of those!") and the location (right on a gorgeous beach and walkable to everything in town, plus a sweet playground for kids) can't be beat. Plus, Rachel is like family (in only the good ways!). So looking forward to our next visit to Carp! (As long as we can snag a week on the very busy condo calendar.)
Guest favourite
Condo in Port Hueneme
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

Spectacular Beach Retreat with Ocean View 5minWalk

JenniferRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Shamim’s place was perfect. It’s a really nice condo in a cute neighborhood. Hueneme beach is indeed only a 5 minute walk from the condo and is a really beautiful beach. The club house indoor pool and hot tub were also a great bonus for our stay. We really appreciate the clear instructions before our arrival and the amenities were nice. The beds were comfortable and the living room with the large tv was nice for a family movie night one evening. The condo is also close to Point Magu State Park which was another highlight of our trip hiking and checking out tide pools. We had a really nice stay and a fantastic trip!
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Condo in Carpinteria
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 48 reviews

Carp Shores 312 Five O'Clock Somewhere

ChristinaRating, 5 stars1 month ago
My husband and I loved staying in this Condo on Carpinteria‘s pristine quiet beach! It is everything that it says it is and what was particularly amazing was Spencer’s Thoughtful and thorough itineraries that walks you through everything. You could see the ocean from the bedroom and it felt like you were right on the beach in the living room. You go down three flights of stairs, and there is the Beach. I am disabled, and I ran into the property manager who lives on site and she was so warm and compassionate. She saw that I was in distress and she just took me by the hand and went all the way up to the condo with me and then came back out and walk me back out to my car into my husband’s hands with the remote that we needed to enter the parking area. She showed us and actually helped us with the luggage cart which is above and beyond. Spencer Has many beautiful properties in this area, and I think I would always trust his listings to be well managed and accurate.

Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Santa Barbara

  • Total rentals

    70 properties

  • Nightly prices starting at

    $97 CAD before taxes and fees

  • Total number of reviews

    2.5K reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    50 properties are a good fit for families

  • Pet-friendly rentals

    30 properties allow pets

  • Rentals with a pool

    10 properties have a pool

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