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Montecito Beach House w/Hot Tub & Cold Plunge - Walk to Beach and Restaraunts

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Private kitchen
Living area
Living area
Aerial view
Hot Tub, Cold Plunge, Ping Pong Table

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12306.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Montecito, CA
  • Butterfly Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 / Office

1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Bedroom

2 Double Beds

Master

1 King Bed

Studio Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Montecito Beach House w/Hot Tub & Cold Plunge - Walk to Beach and Restaraunts

Spring House
Newly Remodeled 5 bedroom/ 4 bath Tropical Beach House located directly in-between Coast Village Rd and the world famous Butterfly Beach. Enjoy three expansive totally private yard spaces each with their own unique style and energy. Outdoor spaces are outfitted with TV’s, Cold Plunge, Spa, BBQ, and a Ping Pong Table. Located just a 3 minute walk away to beach access at the Butterfly Beach and .8 miles to The Rosewood Miramar Hotel. Pet Friendly. The perfect coastal getaway!

KITCHEN
Designer kitchen equipped with six-burner Viking Gas Range, farmhouse sink, and Sonos sound system. Large center island with bar-style seating, views of the yard, and access to outdoor dining area.

LIVING ROOM
Stunning space with French doors leading to private garden deck for the ultimate indoor/outdoor living experience. Large 85” Smart TV, Sonos Sound System. Enjoy the designer couches and chairs set to comfortably seat 12 people. Perfect for movie nights, game nights, and gatherings.

DINING ROOM
Very spacious dining room with open floor plan that seamlessly connects to the kitchen and living room - perfect for entertaining.

BEDROOMS
Extremely comfortable (new) King & Queen mattresses. Enjoy memory foam pillows and Smart TV’s in every room.

OFFICE
The perfect work from home room with garden views, ample light, work desk, Smart TV, and High Speed Wifi. The French doors can be left open to integrate into the living space or closed for privacy. The Office couch pulls out into a Queen sleeper to be used as a bedroom at night.

BATHROOMS
Travertine stone floors/backsplash, brand new toilets and plush luxury towels. Bathrooms are stocked with shampoo, conditioner, & body wash.

OUTDOOR SPACES
3 fully enclosed "Completely fenced in yard spaces" (good for pet owners to know) outdoor spaces each consisting of their own unique style and amenities:
- Brand New Cold Plunge

- Jacuzzi/Hot Tub

- Beach Towels and beach chairs. Wagon for beach trips with Beach Toys Included.

- Large deck area with Zen Garden Views and fountains perfect for enjoying the Sunsets.

- Family style covered gathering patio, with outdoor Dining table for up to 12 people, BBQ, Outdoor Sonos sound system and lounge chairs. Yard space is ideal for yoga, play area, or just relaxing in the sun.

- Covered patio area with Ping Pong Table, 65” Smart Tv, Sonos sound system, Plush outdoor bean bags, 4-person jetted spa , Brand New Cold Plunge from Santa Barbara Ice Baths. The perfect get-away to soak up the beautiful Santa Barbara weather. Each yard space can be opened up to interconnect or fully enclosed.

- Pet Rule: We are pet friendly - a $250 per animal pet fee will be required. Please let us know if you are bringing more than one pet.

THE AREA
Picturesque Montecito location, close to countless beaches, parks, restaurants, wine tasting, shopping, biking, hiking trails, and only 3 miles from Downtown Santa Barbara. Quick 3 minute walk to Butterfly Beach and a 2 minute walk to Montecito’s famed Coast Village Rd. Only a short drive to the Rosewood Miramar, San Ysidro Ranch and the Upper Village of Montecito. "5-Star Dining" options available at both of these locations. The perfect coastal getaway!

Keywords: Cold Plunge, Spa, Hot Tub, dog lovers, beach compound, mini-estate, tropical retreat, zen garden, walk everywhere, car-optional, personally managed with a professional touch by a property owner who cares!

Property manager

Chris Gregoire
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Fully enclosed and gated property.
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Events

No events allowed
Neighbors will call sheriff for noise.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 4 total)
A fee of $250 will apply. Discuss with owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no events and/or parties are permitted on the premises. Unless, otherwise approved by the host.
Quiet hours are strictly enforced between the hours of 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
Smoking permitted outside if smoker stays clear of all adjacent windows, including neighbor's windows, and cleans up all butts.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Neighbors will call sheriff for noise.
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located in Montecito, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are worth checking out. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Channel, or check out an event or a game at Santa Barbara Bowl. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and rock climbing.
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Montecito, CA

What's nearby

  • Butterfly Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Miramar Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 9 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blenders In The Grass - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Habit Burger & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Merci To Go - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Montecito Beach House w/Hot Tub & Cold Plunge - Walk to Beach and Restaraunts pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Montecito Beach House w/Hot Tub & Cold Plunge - Walk to Beach and Restaraunts?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Montecito Beach House w/Hot Tub & Cold Plunge - Walk to Beach and Restaraunts?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Montecito Beach House w/Hot Tub & Cold Plunge - Walk to Beach and Restaraunts located?

This family-friendly Santa Barbara holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Hammond's Beach and Butterfly Beach. Miramar Beach and Fernald Point are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 226 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katharine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Fantastic! Perfection location, large rooms, amazing gardens that are fenced in. An absolutely amazing vacation home!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 generation family getaway
The property is first rate. The host is excellent. The separate interior and exterior spaces are great for together time and time apart!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brekke L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Family Weekend
Our family enjoyed a wonderful graduation weekend at this home. It is beautifully appointed with lovely outdoor spaces and plenty of room for all.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
Great place for a couple families to stay at same location! Beautiful property with multiple outdoor spaces to enjoy. Close to beach and easy to walk to.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best host ever!
Nice property. Terrific host and cleaning staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful home, great location
Really enjoyed our stay. 11 family members stayed comfortably here; felt like we all had privacy. Home is beautiful and garden areas are very peaceful and fun for the kids. A bit of traffic noise, but we got used to it quickly. Some trains going by, but not a big deal and only seemed to run occasionally during the day. Location was great, very walkable to the beach and to Montecito's lower village. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

C T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
40thbirthday
Beautiful home, great location. Kitchen well stocked with appliances, utensils etc. made cooking a breeze. Bathrooms and bedrooms were well appointed with quality bedding and towels. Walkable to beach as well as restaurants cafe and drugstore. The hot tub and cold plunge were a hit. As well as tvs. Indoor and outdoor tvs allowed fans to keep up with sports while being together. Ping pong and other games were attractive but never got to them The weather was just too beautiful and we enjoyed being outside!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls' Running and Spa Getaway
The property is conveniently located to every desirable location in and around Montecito. It is well appointed and clean and has multiple, lovely outdoor spaces for group gathers or personal space. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would return again. The host went above and beyond and was really helpful and communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S., San Carlos, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Walk to beach, play games, relax in backyard, walk to town, take a jacuzzi, play ping-pong. We did it all every day. The house was well-equipped for all vacation activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D., Scottsdale

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property in an Amazing Location!
We loved our stay in Betsy's beautiful property, it was so clean and comfortable, we did not want to leave! It was an easy walk to the beach and to Lower Montecito, with nice shops and restaurants. Betsy made check in/out easy with clear instructions and was a pleasure to work with. We look forward to another stay in this beautiful home soon. Thanks so much Betsy for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Kathy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family wedding weekend
The house was great for 12 family members. Location was perfect and we even liked the train sounds nearby! We could walk to the beach and to dinner or morning coffee. We could have used more towels, some dish towels, and we were missing some sheets. The disposal had a leak and the kitchen cabinets could use some paint. Dining chairs need to be cleaned as do outdoor seat cushions. Don’t mean to be negative but these updates should be made to make it perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful retreat
This house was so relaxing we had a hard time leaving to go do anything! Location is 10/10 - one block to town and 5min walk to a great neighborhood beach. 5min drive to the funk zone. Everyone was very comfortable and felt right at home. The kids loved running around on the turf in the backyard while we BBQ'd. Would love to come back in the future and enjoy this beautiful place again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greta O.

Perfect for family reunions and close to all
The home is spacious and well-maintained, lots of space. The lush grounds invite both play and relaxation, something for everyone. Although having neither beachfront nor mountain view, the location is ideal for walking to the beach (across the Biltmore) or to Montecito town for a morning coffee or a short drive to East Beach, the zoo, funk zone, State St. Our kids and young grandkids enjoyed our stay and would definitely consider returning just to see our hosts' "Welcome to Paradise" sign!

10/10 Excellent

Alekxia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
We rented this property to celebrate my daughters first birthday. All of my family, 10 adults and the baby, had a great time at this lovely home! It felt like home away from home in the beautiful town of Montecito. Everything one could have needed or wanted for a long stay like this was accommodated in the home. One could tell the owners take great pride in their home and accommodating it for guests! My family would highly recommend this property and we hope that the future allows us to visit it again since we now know what to expect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

C P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring House -the Perfect Vac Home
From the beginning to the end of renting the Spring House in Montecito, everything was smooth, well organized & very welcoming. The house is very comfortable & home-like & very well stocked for any type of need you may have...but the comfortable beds make it a true dream to sleep! I need to know what label mattress is in the master suite! The house is very well cared for & stocked with every ammenity. An excellent choice for luxury & comforts! Thank you very much Ms Betsy Winthrop
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

A.J. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place for a Santa Barbara family vacation!
The Spring House exceeded our expectations and we enjoyed every minute of our stay there! My kids and grandkids and our dogs convened in Santa Barbara to celebrate my birthday and the Spring House was a perfect place for all of us. The house's bedrooms are well spaced for privacy, the kitchen and living rooms gave us plenty of area to mingle and yet keep a close eye on the three year old and baby. The house is lovely and feels so comfortable. We used the yard a lot and played ping pong and played catch on the lawn area. We all hung out on the beautiful patio for breakfast and lunch and then walked to Butterfly Beach, which is our favorite beach in California! Betsy was the perfect hostess and I can't thank her enough for accommodating us. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Montecito Getaway
Betsy's place was perfect for two families with kids spending a weekend together. The inside decor of the property was not our style but the outside was AMAZING...so many nooks and crannies to hangout and for kids to explore! We had beautiful weather all weekend and loved hanging out all over the property. The only drawback for two couples is that there is only one CLEAR master that is extremely oversized. The other bedrooms are all smaller and queens or less. The property is certainly big enough for multiple families but bedroom layout is better suited for one family. Betsy was extremely helpful and easy to get a hold of the one time we needed her. WE would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Holly B.

Comfortable and inviting
The house has a very comfortable layout for a large group (agree the pictures don't do it justice), with rooms in corners of the house for privacy. The master bedroom and bath are enormous. The kitchen is very well equipped and made it easy to have large group meals. The one negative I would echo is the water situation. We had 8 adults staying in the house and had to strategically phase our showers because the hot water would run out, and when there was hot water, it was scalding and difficult to adjust. That said, I would caveat that we didn't reach out to Betsy to give her the opportunity to fix during our short stay. She did respond quickly when we requested the corrected wifi password. Overall a great stay! Thanks Betsy!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Much better than expected!
I arrived with my three kids and my two small dogs, and I was in love! The gardens are so beautiful! The house is gorgeous and it has everything you need! The kitchen is big with top notch appliances and very well equipped to cook just about anything! We grilled steaks out on the patio too. The beds are comfortable. The kids loved the house, but the ones that had the best time were my dogs. They loved the garden! They would get lost in the plants. I spent a lot of time outside in the gardens, just looking at the plants and taking photos. I loved to have my breakfast out in the patio. The beaches are great and the town is very cute too! Betsy was a great hostess and she answered all my questions promptly. I agree with what another reviewer said, the house is much better in person. This was such a relaxing and wonderful vacation. Thank you, Betsy!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

GREAT! 5 Stars!!!
Huge house with lots of sitting areas. 3 different yard areas. The house looks like a home. Artwork, pictures, beautiful furniture, beautiful dishes and appliances, tvs in all rooms. Attention to detail is impressive. Lots of windows, secure, outdoor furniture is great. Kid friendly. Literally just a few minutes walk to streets with restaurants and very close to the beach and water. The pictures on the website do not do it justice. One of the bedrooms is perfect for someone with a baby because it has a kitchen. The master bedroom is HUGE. One of the bedrooms has a beautiful courtyard area attached. One bedroom has a bed and then trundle twin beds which was perfect for one of our family with 2 boys. The house and linens very clean and spotless. The owner is very responsive to questions. All and all it is a great place and we would highly recommend it. We ate breakfast at Jeanenne's almost every morning which is a totally AWESOME place to eat and people watch. Honor Bar is great, Los Arroyos is great. We drove to the wharf and ate at We had pizza one night from Giovonni's which was pretty good. We drove to Brophy Brothers restaurant which was the BEST seafood. In fact we ate there twice. Gorgeous views of the marina and water. We ate at Moby Dick restaurant which was okay -- service was great We had a rehearsal dinner at Stellmari restaurant which was excellent with great service. The wedding we were attending was at the Biltmore/Four Seasons which has excellent food, service and views of the water. .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Juliet E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing zen gardens
If you need a relaxing getaway with the family this is your spot. Plenty of rooms with sound proof walls for the one’s that go to bed early. Dog friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, relaxing setting.
We were so pleasantly surprised when we entered this place. The inside was beautiful, but the outside had us blown away. So much room to spread out and enjoy the entertaining backyards!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as Advertised— Fabulous !
We enjoyed our stay— Thank you and see you next time😀.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
we enjoyed our stay. would recommend to anyone needing a large space.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Overall good experience
The good: 1.The home is in a great location with easy access to get everywhere in Montecito (walking distance to town and beach) and Santa Barbara (via e-bike) -Rental place in Montecito town. 2. Gardens of the home are beautiful and private and perfect to relax in and to have a nice BBQ 3. Beds are comfortable and large rooms except the one off the kitchen (Only a double bed room). All amenities were provided in Kitchen and bathrooms. Issues: 1. Communication with the host was difficult. Did not respond to messages via text message and messages through VRBO took over a week as Chris said he had issues with VRBO platform. 2. Dates booked through VRBO did not match confirmation sent from the host and took several days to get confirmation for the actual dates booked. 3. Hot Tub was very dirty as there was sand all inside of it likely from prior guests that were staying there. We ended up not using it. 4. Only main living area (by kitchen) and kids bedroom is air-conditioned. Some nights were fairly warm. Would be nice to have fans in each bedroom. Overall nice experience and would recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chris Gregoire

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Why they chose this property

The Butterfly Beach area of Montecito affords our guests a unique and rare opportunity to enjoy many aspects of town on foot. Given how much time most of us spend in our cars, we felt that this was a special gift we wanted to share with visitors to Santa Barbara.

What makes this property unique

Walking virtually next door and being on the gorgeous grounds of the Four Seasons Biltmore is certainly special, whether lingering over Sunday brunch or having a facial and massage at the spa. Afterwards, a walk on the beach feels just right. Sometimes after sleeping in, it's fun to walk over to Jeannine's All-American Bakery and sit outside for a delicious breakfast or lunch. And of course, if you want to see and be seen, or do some celebrity watching, hit the night time scene at Lucky's, the hip Montecito steakhouse.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests