Title: Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=602277&destination=Santa+Barbara%2C+California%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=33571953&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach ## Photo gallery for Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach ![Beach - Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach (Montecito)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33572000/33571953/f9a1a15a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach (Montecito)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33572000/33571953/92b3746d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach (Montecito)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33572000/33571953/e3f8c920.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player - Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach (Montecito)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33572000/33571953/7160879e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player - Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach (Montecito)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33572000/33571953/0cd07d43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Seaside Cottage is a romantic Montecito vacation rental with designer furnishings, an updated kitchen and bathroom. Outside, unwind by the creek-side sandstone patio area featuring a Riverstone Fire pit or stroll through the herb garden flanked by citrus trees. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach 1 BEDROOM | 1 BATHROOM | 2 GUESTS Embrace the Montecito Beach lifestyle with your first step into Paradise Retreats Seaside Cottage. Completed and restored in 2008, no detail was left untouched in this romantic Montecito vacation rental. The designer furnishings, updated Kitchen, Bathroom, and cozy Primary Bedroom all combined to make this the best in Montecito beach living. Authentic antique touches are everywhere; including 1880's stained glass windows, vintage Roycroft 1903 hand made chandelier, and a 1903 electric fireplace with glowing glass embers. The beauty and comfort continue as you walk outside to the creek side sandstone patio area, featuring a new Riverstone Fire pit. Lounging and dining are easy in the quality hardwood teak furniture. A grand 200 year-old sycamore tree offers partial shade during the heat of the day. There is an herb garden which is flanked by Meyer lemon and Tangelo citrus trees and which provides rosemary, thyme, chives, and spearmint to be used in the gourmet Kitchen. The Kitchen boasts a custom cobalt blue Viking range, dishwasher, and many other amenities. Fresh cold drinking water is provided by the Everpure micro-filltration system. The surfaces are beautiful; natural maple wood cabinets are contrasted with colorful and detailed tile work. Even doing the dishes is a pleasure while looking over the patio to the creekbed below. The Living areas are colorful and comfortable. The Bedroom feels like a fine hotel room and if you want to shut out the sunshine in the early morning or for an afternoon siesta, just use the remote control to operate the "Solar powered" shade in the skylight. The new Bathroom has a special porcelain, oversized claw-foot tub and all new fixtures. The Living Room and Dining Room are well designed and offer plenty of room for lounging and dining. Two of Montecito's best beaches, Miramar and Hammond's, are just a 1/2 block away and just steps to the Rosewood Miramar where you can wine and dine. Montecito Lower Village is an easy 2 minute drive. Santa Barbara, with its many attractions and beaches, is an easy 10 minute drive. Seaside Cottage is certain to satisfy your need for the perfect beach getaway. Please consider it for your next Montecito escape. GUEST HOUSE / SHARED DRIVEWAY / SHARED COMMON AREAS: There is a detached owner’s studio on the property, where the owner may occasionally stay. There is a shared wall with the adjacent Seashell Cottage. NOTE: Book "Seashore Retreat" to have the entire home! This property can be combined with the "Seashell Cottage" to make a 3 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom home. \*\*Lock Off/Access Passage can be separated/locked between both Living Rooms and Patios.\*\* \*\*GUEST AGREES TO ELECTRONICALLY SIGN OUR RESERVATION AGREEMENT within 2 days of booking. (Emailed to Guest upon booking.)\*\* POLICIES: \- Quiet Hours 9:00pm - 9:00am. Please respect our neighbors. \- Minimum Age of Primary Guest: 30 years or older. \- No smoking on property. \- Pet Policy: No Pets \- No party rentals or hosted events. \- Check-in time is 3:00pm or later. \- Check-out time is 10:00am or earlier. \- Manager/Homeowner reserves the right to deny reservation. \- Until confirmed, rates are subject to change. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching 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 ### General - Unit size: 600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89140000/89131700/89131603/fdcfc6df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Montecito Miramar Beach Cottage Montecito - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Kitchen 9.8 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=89131603&PinnedHotelID=89131603&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101540000/101539400/101539349/47e310f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rincon Villa at 1 Miramar Beach Club Montecito - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=101539349&PinnedHotelID=101539349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99950000/99941300/99941289/d655acb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Miramar Oasis: Plunge Pool 2 Blocks to Beach Montecito - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=99941289&PinnedHotelID=99941289&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33708600/33708577/w1199h799x1y1-1f25d672.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hammonds Beach Haven w/ Yard, Deck & Sunroom-Walk to the beach, 1 block to Rosewood Miramar! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Cottage Seaside Romantic Haven By The Seaside Cottage Romantic Haven by the Beach Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach Cottage Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach Montecito Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach Cottage Montecito 79 ## About the area Montecito, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. Cabrillo Bike Path and Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Andree Clark Bird Refuge and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. [Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) [View more Holiday homes in Santa Barbara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Private-Holiday-Homes.d602277-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C34.42087%2C-119.63326&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZTsra5QFlnZGaBr3jR4fENeGHEw=) Montecito, CA ### What's nearby - ![USA, California. Santa Barbara County, Montecito, Miramar Beach (aka Eucalyptus Lane Beach), new Miramar Beach Hotel.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/630171060643274752/f9827a08-e471-40be-987b-104d75ebfd29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Miramar Beach 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Butterfly beach along Channel Drive in Santa Barbara, California., Shutterstock ID 23776711, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561135821/7c23c39f-881e-469e-b9f7-da3e4d3d4068.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Butterfly Beach 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Fernald Point 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Hammond's Beach 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Montecito Village Shopping Center 2 min drive \- 1.4 miles ### Getting around - Santa Barbara Station 12 min drive - Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) 17 min drive ### Restaurants - Starbucks 3 min drive - Blenders in the Grass 3 min drive - Caffe Luxxe 3 min drive - Red Kettle Coffee 3 min drive - Ospi Montecito 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach? ### What time is check-in at Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach? ### What time is check-out at Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach? ### Where is Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Seaside Cottage - Romantic Haven by the Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 25 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacey W. 17 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet Cottage by the Ocean Loved the quaintness of the location. It was nice a relaxing. The frogs sang us a lullaby every night. Thank you for letting us stay. ##### Stacey W. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin c. 1 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charmed Cottage is charming. Montecito was relaxing. Enjoyed our stay. Santa Barbara’s beach was 10 minutes drive. ##### Justin c. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Piece of paradise I stayed on both properties (houses) and both were amazing! I like how easy it was to access both places on the same property. Everything was well explained in their binder and really cutely decorated! Easy access to the beach and surrounding Santa Barbara! It was also super quiet which we appreciated! Will definitely stay here again! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### William R. 4 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### quiet, private little beach cottage It was a bit hard to find but that was part of the charm and quiet privacy of the cottage. Beautiful furnishings, appointed with everything you could want (fully stocked kitchen, viking stove, filtered water, etc) and a private patio. Quiet and peaceful. Short walk to the beach, easy walk to Montecito downtown. I loved this place. ##### William R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Jill V. 8 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Montecito Cottage was very charming. Although a close walk to beach, not a walkable section. Proximity to 101 made walking in the neighborhood less appealing. We did find Butterfly beach which was beautiful. The Montecito area has a lot to offer. ##### Jill V. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellen H. 7 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Visiting college student for parent weekend Great location with everything one needs- my college student family member visited and loved it too. We both wished we could stay longer! I would recommend to all . Simple Suggestion: visible direct contact info for owner on Vrbo site or contact oinfo for a live person/ location on Vrbo site so one can contact directly prior to booking - thankful I found you on Vrbo . Can’t wait to return - super close quick walk to the beach! ##### Ellen H. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa S. 18 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful! Lovely and charming cottage. ##### Lisa S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael B. 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy all met. satisfaction ##### Michael B. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheri T. 19 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming and cozy I loved every minute of my stay. Great location, charming cottage, tranquil location. ##### Sheri T. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Kathryn H. 21 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Seaside Cottage The location and well appointed furnishings were great. However, some advertised amenities were not operational. ##### Kathryn H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane H. 20 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Heavenn Everything was exquisite! This property was beyond my expectations and dreams. Awesome I enjoyed every second of this home. Thank you, Diane ##### Diane H. Stayed 31 nights in May 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### KD 20 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming retreat cottage Perfect cottage near the sea. Serene and charming in every way. A couple minutes walk to the ocean and a perfect spot to explore Montecito Village and Santa Barbara. Butterfly beach is within walking distance and a 2 minute drive. Gorgeous, refined part of CA. Hope to be back again! ##### KD Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alissa B. 19 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and homey cottage close to beach Seaside Cottage was an amazing place to stay! Our favorite home away from home to date. We wanted to stay within walking distance to the beach, which is how we found this cottage. The quiet, almost private beach is just a very short walk away. The cottage itself is beautiful and homey, with almost nothing left unthought of. We loved having the backyard to relax in while the front yard provided a place for our daughter to play. The only downside was that we had to drive approximately 30 minutes out of the way to check in with the property management company. ##### Alissa B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### neil j. 28 Nov 2022 Disliked: Location, listing accuracy #### Very noisy location - not properly disclosed You get a lot of freeway noise and the windows are old so all the noise comes through. The property is less than 50 yards from the railroad track. Neither the freeway noise nor the train noise are disclosed. ##### neil j. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### James H. 12 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Underwhelmed Cottage is quite cute and nicely decorated Having stayed in many vacation rentals we were surprised at the lack of attention paid to details: No coffee furnished No oil for cooking Inadequate spice selection and general condiments Lack of quality toiletries for this type of rental Fountain in backyard full of leaves and stagnant water The additional fees make this property quite overpriced ##### James H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Janice C. 14 Jul 2023 Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming, but some issues This is your quintessential wooden beach cottage with lots of charm within a 5 minute walk to the beach (Miramar). If you are concerned about noise, just be aware that the floors are very creaky, the iron bed is also loud, the Ocean Liner train is at the end of the block so you hear the train horn occasionally, and there are frogs in the creek behind the house that are loud in the evening. None of that kept me from sleeping however and if you are fine with those things, this small place could be for you. The furniture and kitchen decor was quaint, but the kitchen had some stains on the floor and rugs. The patio furniture was just updated (while I was there) and the front door lock was hard to get open. The only other thing I wished it had was screens on the windows. When you open the windows to cool off the house and get a breeze, the bugs fly in. Overall, very cute but with some inconveniences. I give it 3 out of 5 stars. ##### Janice C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Markus K. 4 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect get away in Montecito Wir hatten eine traumhafte Zeit im SeaSide Cottage. Das Inserat beschriebt das Objekt perfekt, wir waren darüber hinaus von dem tollen privaten Garten und der Terrasse hinter dem Haus überrascht. Die Ausstattung des Hauses ist super - gerade die Küche lädt dazu ein benutzt zu werden. Es ist ein sehr romantisches Häuschen - perfekt für zwei. Macht euch wegen des Zugs der so oft angesprochen wurde keine Gedanken, er ist keines Wegs störend und fährt Nachts nicht mehr. ##### Markus K. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael and Linda B. 12 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Redundant I have already done this before so it is a bit irritating. ##### Michael and Linda B. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanette W. 26 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous beach cottage We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Shabby Chic beach decor and all the amenities of home! Loved the location and enjoyed the peacefulness of the cottage. Check in was easy. I would recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a relaxing escape! Thanks for a lovely stay! ##### Jeanette W. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Gail R. 11 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, location #### Tiny cottage 4 blocks to beach Space is very small The “ bed” in the living room is an ancient pullout sofa very hard and had no linens for us to use. Property mangers were nice people but told us since it was after hours they couldn’t come over unless it was emergency. I had to insist they bring linens which finally got there a 9:30 pm. With rentals there is no “ after hours” in my book. This mgmt group services 140 properties so imagine you need something you could have to take a number. The fellows were very nice but had no key to the storage for bedding had to call and ask then went to buy sheets etc. to get things right for us. Don’t try to go with 4 big people as the sleeping spaces are very tight and the rooms are quaint cute but very cramped. It’s a quiet cute little doll house and would work best for two. Or three small ppl. Floor is wavy and you sort if feel like you’re o a boat. Toaster and oven did not work. Neighborhood is quiet Patio has nice fireplace but stones on floor are a trip hazard. Nice washer and dryer outside. Tv remotes are all confusing. Communication was good with property management. They just didn’t have much on hand to help us out. Might go back but not positive ##### Gail R. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veronica L. 6 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Montecito paradise Very impressed by this property. Was walking distance to beaches, kitchen was stocked with everything needed to cook, beautiful decor, flowers/garden are amazing, for bath tub/shower may need a step stool. ##### Veronica L. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary F. 22 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway We checked in to this wonderfully charming cottage over the holidays to get away and just relax in lovely Montecito. It was the perfect property. The skylights flooded the house with light and the back garden was so relaxing with the fireplace and water feature. On the nights that we did not want to go into town, the kitchen was perfect for preparing a meal. The location is wonderful, just being blocks from the Ocean and a short drive downtown. I can't wait to go back. ##### Gary F. Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 8 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved the guest house, location, everything about the property was great except for the shower. Loved everything except for the shower. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019 Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Richard W. 14 Jun 2017 #### Secluded Cottage for Two This place was terrific. The patio and creek side location are terrific. Loved the birds and train sounds. Easy walk to Mira Mar and Hammond's beaches.My only suggestion would be to provide some smaller vessels in the kitchen. Bowls, cups etc. to too big for our liking. Also the antique iron bed was not to our liking; wobbly and noisy when you move. Charming to look at, but not enjoyable to sleep in. ##### Richard W. Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Sara S. 28 Jan 2017 #### Lovely cottage, well appointed, nice details, skylights, pretty back yard overlooking creek area. Love the location! Sweet neighborhood three min walk to beach. You can hear the train go by, which we actually liked! The house is a duplex, which would be perfect for a larger group; we were alone mostly and it was very quiet, though when the other side was occupied, we could hear the occupants. Property managers were helpful and responsive; communication regarding entry and exit well organized. ##### Sara S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2016 ---