Title: Just steps from the beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Just steps from the beach Cottage with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Santa Barbara Zoo ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668800/35668756/75bf20e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668800/35668756/5e1d627c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668800/35668756/d971bffe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668800/35668756/461e640f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35668800/35668756/2948b302.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to coastal living at Costa Vida Cottage, where East Beach's relaxed atmosphere and mountain views blend with vintage charm. Enjoy a BBQ in the front courtyard or stroll down to the ocean, just steps away. Take advantage of bike rentals nearby and explore Santa Barbara's trendy wineries or enjoy fine dining on an oceanfront patio. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Air conditioning - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Just steps from the beach NOTICE: Effective July 1, 2024 - California Senate Bill 478 (SB478) eliminates hidden fees. The nightly rate quoted for this property includes the rental rate, host fee (cleaning fee) and 14% local taxes and VRBO service fee. SB478 applies to all hotel & vacation rentals throughout the state of California. Cleaning Protocol: As one of the few vacation rentals licensed for short term occupancy, we are dedicated to providing a clean and safe environment for our guests. Welcome to coastal living at Costa Vida Cottage. We are less than 500 steps to the ocean in “East Beach”. This renovated cottage, complete with all new furnishings, beds and luxury linens offers two bedrooms (2 queens) each with flat screen tvs. The generously sized living room has a great room effect, including the dining area complete with mountain views and an adorable updated kitchen and vintage charm. Enjoy the front courtyard with gas BBQ and dining for 4 guests from this front unit of a cozy duplex. Four sand chairs, umbrellas and a cooler are provided for beach activities! We offer a Kryptonite Evolution Ground Anchor set in concrete for securing bikes in the driveway. Please provide your own bike lock and/or cable. East Beach offers bike rentals as well as kayak, beach chair & umbrella rentals during the summer season. There are many places to enjoy in the Santa Barbara area including the Zoo which is about a five minute walk from the cottage. Stroll the boardwalk to enjoy miles of coastline. The Funk Zone (revitalized industrial area repurposed with trendy wineries, brew haus and shops) is a 5 minute ride for wine & beer tasting. Just steps away is Convivo Restaurant — fine dining on an ocean front patio. There is plenty of on-street parking in front of the cottage as well as a driveway. NOTE: Street cleaning Mon/Tues 1-3 p.m. Take a sunset cruise from the Harbor. BCycle offers electric/assist bike rentals around the corner from the cottage on both Milpas and Cabrillo. Local Artisans display their wares on Sunday along the coastline. Loads of shopping & dining can be found along State Street. There are concerts at the Santa Barbara Bowl under the stars. The Waterfront Shuttle departs in front of The Santa Barbara Inn taking you along Cabrillo for under a buck while the Downtown Shuttle takes you up State Street. The Botanical Gardens are something to see in Santa Barbara and Montecito. Montecito is a 3-4 minute drive south for some nice restaurants and shopping, also home to Butterfly Beach across from the Four Seasons hotel. Located steps from the cottage is Tri-County Produce (local produce) offering an array of goodies to prepare your homecooked fixings. Enjoy a softball game or a workout at Cabrillo Park around the corner from the cottage. The choices are endless at this East Beach location. Craft the vacation you need as you choose. You’ll find the cottage to be open and comfortable with everything you need to enjoy a memorable stay year after year. Reserve your “go to” vacation spot today. We hope you enjoy your stay! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 3 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29700000/29693400/29693318/cb28d4d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Steps to the Sand: Enjoy beach views & a private fenced yard. 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No more than 4 people sleeping or visiting the house. Please be respectful of our neighbors - quiet hours 9 pm to 8 am. Candle lighting and incense burning is prohibited. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as NEW Listing Renovated two Bedroom Vintage Cottage Steps Beach NEW Listing Renovated two Bedroom Vintage Steps Beach Just Steps From the Beach Cottage Just Steps From the Beach Santa Barbara Welcome to 2021 in the American Riviera Just Steps From the Beach Cottage Santa Barbara Grand Re opening!!!! Welcome Home to the American Riviera Welcome to the American Riviera Just Steps From the Beach! ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.41793%2C-119.67289&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Lz3xeWfWFw-v5XfBrY6kVZXaHr0=) Santa Barbara, CA #### What's nearby - Santa Barbara Zoo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - West Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles - Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 1.9 miles #### Getting around - Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive - Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive - ‪El Sitio - ‬14 min walk - ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬4 min walk - ‪Reunion Kitchen + Drink - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Just steps from the beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Just steps from the beach ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Just steps from the beach ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Just steps from the beach located? > Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo. Chase Palm Park and Cabrillo Pavillion are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 30 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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