Waterfront vacation rentals in Santa Barbara County
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Rental unit in Carpinteria
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviewsCharming Beachside Flat
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.
Rental unit in Oxnard
4.41 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviewsSea View, Boards, Bikes, W/d
We had a great stay, the place was exactly as described. Right across the street from the beach, this was a very affordable oceanside stay. There were over 100 sea lions hanging out by the marina, they were fun to watch, but they did make some noise. With the windows closed, you couldn't really hear them.
Rental unit in Ventura
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviewsSalty Beach Air | Upper Loft-38 | Dog-Friendly
Thank you, lise, the place was fabulous, we had a lot of fun, the location is in beatable. The bungalow was very clean and has lots of light. There was a lot of attention to details in the kitchen and bathroom. We appreciate that. Thank you very much great day. I would recommend it.
Rental unit in Carpinteria
5 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviewsLa Cabana Paradise Steps 2 The Beach
We really loved this place! It's like a 5-10 minute walk to literally everything in Carp. The complex also has a great pool and grill area that you almost always have to yourself.
Rental unit in Carpinteria
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviewsWake up steps from the Sand @ Mermaids Grotto
Owner was super responsive and helped us out when we needed to get out of another property. Place was great, right in the beach. Can’t wait to come back.
Rental unit in Carpinteria
New place to stayCarpinteria Shores-307
Clean. Accurate. Great spot. No bells or whistles. But did the Job.
Rental unit in Oxnard
4.37 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviewsOne Bedroom Ocean Front Home
Amazing will definitely go again with my family.
Rental unit in Oxnard
5 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviewsNew! Luxury Beach Retreat and Pool!
A very nicely remodeled and tastefully furnished 1 bedroom apartment with a well-equipped oversize kitchen. It is located in a quiet residential area a block from a beautiful beach. Within walking distance is a small shopping center with a convenience store, a sports bar & grill, a pizza shop, and a brewery. A beachside park and the Mandalay Beach Resort are also within walking distance. Other restaurants and shops are just a short drive away. We were in Oxnard on personal business and had a very pleasant and comfortable stay.
Waterfront house rentals
Home in Ventura
5 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviewsVentura Keys Living: Boat+Beach!
We loved our stay here! It was the perfect house for the 8 of us -- we used the hot tub, fire pit, and pizza oven. Great view of the marina in the back. Nice, quiet neighborhood. Huge living room. The kitchen had everything we needed. We had a wonderful time!
Home in Santa Barbara
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviewsUpper Unit Beachfront "Boathouse" House!
We were on a staycation celebrating our Anniversary and it was everything we expected and more. Every detail was thought of when it comes to amenities. The instructions were very clear and everything was easy to find. We loved the nautical nod that is very fitting to a boat house but not overly done. So much charm everywhere! Definitely a magical space. We looked forward to our next visit.
Home in Ventura
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 76 reviewsContemporary Beach House with Expansive Ocean View
This magical beach house was deceptively large, the space was very comfortable and the views were jaw-dropping. Nothing like watching dolphins bob around in the bay while you are brushing your teeth! The kitchen was very well outfitted for cooking and grilling and there was always something happening in the park across the street or out on the water. Simply delightful and we’d definitely come back. A total gem!
Home in Santa Barbara
5 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviewsShoreline Cottage- Ocean Views, remodeled, Dog OK
This property was a great place to stay for our family of 4. The entire house especially the kitchen and bathrooms looked recently updated. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms made our stay really comfortable. Very easy access and parking. Right across the street from Shoreline park with nice walking paths and a great view of the beach. A short drive to the Funk Zone, pier, and State Street. We will definitely stay here again on our next family trip to Santa Barbara.
Home in Santa Barbara
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviewsShoreline Escape
Cute home with beautiful views, area was safe and clean. Home was cozy and well kept, would love to stay there again!
Home in Nipomo
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviewsWorking Ranch~Golf, Beach,Wine/No smoking/Pet free
Bob was an amazing host, super friendly and responded promptly. House is beautiful and worth stay if you are in the area for vacation.
Home in Buellton
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 79 reviewsPrivate pond & incredible views!
This location is on the outskirts of Buellton in a more agricultural location, which is lovely to have peace and quiet. We enjoyed spotting the wildlife: hawks, coyote, ducks, and squirrels. The home is quite well kept, basic provisions were provided, and the amenities excellent. The bedrooms suited our needs and guests. Thank you also for checking in to make sure that we had what we needed. Rules, directions, and explanations were detailed and we felt completely able to manage the home without complications or confusion. Our family was able to relax and visit comfortably with family whom we had not seen in years.
Home in Santa Barbara
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviewsShoreline Getaway
This house was incredible! Great location, incredible view, beautifully appointed, well laid out, pretty much perfect. It was really hard to leave! I guarantee you will not be disappointed if you're lucky enough to stay here!
Waterfront condo rentals
Condo in Port Hueneme
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviewsSpectacular Beach Retreat 3Bd/2Bth + Ocean View
What an awesome time we had ! Everything was smooth any ? I had were answered quickly! Nice views with a short walk to the pier where there is a great little fish n chips hamburger cafe. Just missed my Starbucks but hey well Worth it! We came for my niece’s wedding was a quick trip. My favorite part was sitting on the deck soaking up the sun watching the waves! Thank you!
Condo in Port Hueneme
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviewsLuxury Oceanbreeze Beach Condominium
We had a nice time! Clean and quiet. Very pretty surroundings - close to beach and mountain trails.
Condo in Carpinteria
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviewsCottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool
Danielle and Ricky were communicative and gave us super clear instructions to find the place and check in. The space itself was clean and cozy, and the location was great for walking to some local spots in Carpinteria. Would absolutely stay again!
Condo in Port Hueneme
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviewsSpectacular Beach Retreat with Ocean View 5minWalk
It’s really a nice weekend spending here. The beach is wide and clean, the pool is inside and clean, the only thing is that the table tennis and billiards are not open to play. There is a park within 10 minutes walk. We enjoyed the beautiful sunset on the pier. Shamim is helpful and nice. Everything is good! hope to be here again.
Condo in Carpinteria
5 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviewsCarpinteria Beach front condo w/ FULL OCEAN VIEW
Rachel's place was so peaceful! We loved eating our meals out on her patio overlooking the beautiful ocean and beach! Every night we watched the sunset and the stars come out from this patio. What a treat to be able to enjoy the beach and the beauty of God's creation this way! The kitchen was so well stocked with most everything you would want. I especially appreciated the reverse osmosis drinking water, the wide variety of teflon pans that were in great condition, and a large refrigerator and freezer. The drying rack which was provided made a great place for our swimsuits and wetsuits to hang and dry. I was so pleased that despite the weekend crowds for the beach, the overall beach atmosphere remained quiet and serene. We love Carpinteria Beach! From this place we were able to take long morning walks, do stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming, and sit under our umbrellas reading and talking. Thanks again!
Condo in Oceano
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviewsBeach Palace-WIFI-Beach-Spa-Nature Trails-Kitchen
Great place for a relaxing weekend. Easy to navigate, quiet, and a short walk to the beach
Condo in Oceano
4.71 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviewsCharming seaside retreat by oceano dunes
Our family of four had an amazing stay here, will definitely be booking again next year!
Condo in Carpinteria
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviewsBeachside Getaway-Oceanfront Escape in Carpinteria
Our stay at the Carpinteria Beachside Getaway was amazing. It was a time of healing. The home was peaceful, the beach was beautiful, the restaurants and shops are within walking distance. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. We hope to return next year.
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