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Rare Beach Penthouse #5 — blocks to Beach, downtown Santa Barbara & Funk Zone

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Exterior
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 274 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    6 min walk
  • Santa Barbara City College
    7 min walk
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    12 min drive

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About the area

Santa Barbara

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Santa Barbara, within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo and Carriage and Western Art Museum. .This beach apartment is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Santa Barbara Carriage Museum and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Santa Barbara City College.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min walk
  • Santa Barbara City College - 7 min walk
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rare Beach Penthouse #5 — blocks to Beach, downtown Santa Barbara & Funk Zone

Experience serenity at our Rare Beach Penthouse, elevated by picturesque mountain and skyline views and air-conditioning. Soak up Santa Barbara's enchanting weather on a private, sunlit terrace while enjoying cool comfort with air conditioning. Just a stone's throw from the ocean, Stearns Wharf, the vibrant Funk Zone, and acclaimed dining and shops, our quintessential location adds to the allure.

Please note that the Rare Beach Penthouse is on the third floor (walk-up).

During your stay, delight in the luxurious amenities that define our beautiful getaway: complimentary champagne upon arrival, luxury bath essentials, a private washer & dryer, high-end linens, a Nespresso machine stocked with pods, creams, and sugar, and reserved parking— a rare convenience near the beach.

With granite countertops, limestone floors, and custom Santa Barbara-style cabinets, the fully equipped kitchen boasts high-end modern appliances, such as a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Nespresso machine, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, and a washer and dryer.

Complementing the queen bedroom is a full bathroom, offering a romantic limestone shower with dual showerheads, custom cabinets, and granite countertops.

Spacious windows invite picturesque skyline and mountain views into the living space. There's no better way of taking in evening views than toasting to the sun as it sinks below the horizon on your own spacious terrace. This private outdoor space features a dining area, chaise lounge seating, and a stainless steel BBQ, perfect for alfresco dining and enjoying local produce.

Our luxury beach getaways —in the Historical West Beach area— reside in a historical turn of the century building which retains the charm of the day’s bygone. The building has been lovingly restored to reflect Santa Barbara's ambiance, its array of apartments revealing both romantic and European styles. Our various spaces are complemented by luxurious details from Carrera marble surfaces, hand cast plaster, 10 feet vaulted ceilings and Waterford fireplaces.

Located in the heart of Santa Barbara, you’ll be steps from the beach and blocks from Stearn’s Wharf and the harbor, world renowned dining and downtown shops, as well as the Public Market and our own local farmer’s market. Close proximity to the vibrant Funk Zone also adds to the allure. This nook where the streets meet the ocean, was was one an industrial spot, but is now a flourishing space with lively and artistic locale. The benefit of nearby bike rental shops and the downtown Amtrak station further allows for easy transportation. As you’ll be located downtown, beautiful shops and restaurants lining State Street and nearby beaches and gardens are perfect for unwinding, whereas, nearby Channel Islands and wine country prompt adventurous day trips.

Nestled between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean on the Central Coast of California, Santa Barbara offers dreamy ocean panoramas paired with Spanish-style architecture. Santa Barbara is home to miles of stretching, sandy beaches. A few steps inland, and you’ll find a trove of blooming gardens, towering palms and lush parks. This gentle crescent of California coast, known as the American Riviera, connects breathtaking beaches, soaring mountains, verdant vineyards, elevated enclaves and eclectic communities.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free apartment features surfing/body boarding nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby. Recreational activities include sailing nearby, parasailing nearby, and mountain biking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Melanie Cava

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

Rare Beach Penthouse 2 Blks Beach Town Large Terrace
Rare Beach Penthouse 2 Blks Beach Town Large Terrace House
Rare Beach Penthouse 2 Blks Beach Town Large Terrace House
Rare Beach Penthouse 2 Blks Beach Town Large Terrace House
Rare Beach Penthouse 2 Blks Beach Town Large Terrace
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Rare Beach Penthouse #5 — blocks to Beach, downtown Santa Barbara & Funk Zone Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 138 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable
Visiting my daughter. Lovely apartment and walking easy to nearby restaurants
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We loved our stay at The Penthouse. The property is clean, the location is perfect and the view is lovely. The property manager and host are both quick to respond to your needs,. Several units are available at this site, and all of them look inviting and well kept. We will definitely be back next time we are in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Location was perfect for visiting all the best spots in Funk Zone as well as proximity to the beach and water in general. Place is great size for two people. Nespresso machine was a bonus!! Windows allowed great airflow through apartment. Bed is a queen. Complex was quiet. Train only went through a few times while we were there. Outdoor patio was a nice size. Having dedicated parking helped a ton.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
This was our second stay in this penthouse. We have also stayed in the penthouse unit across the hall. Both are great. The location can't be beat and having a dedicated off street parking space is a real plus. We enjoyed the private patio too. We plan to return again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve W., Akron, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot close to everything
In Santa Barbara for a wedding. Very convenient spot and wonderful apartment with roof patio to enjoy a glass of wine in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rare Beach Penthouse
Wonderful property in great location. Beautiful patio. Quiet home. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melaney L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent experience
Lovely apartment, well-furnished, stocked, and maintained, beautiful views, very clean. It was a pleasure staying here and I would definitely stay here again. Thank you for the welcome bottle of bubbly!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santa Barbara Stay
We had a pleasant 12 night stay in Unit 5 on the 3rd floor. Patio was a great amenity. Good location for walking and exploring. We recommend it.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri G., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, Tasteful and Serene
We couldn’t have been more pleased with our stay in the Penthouse. Our arrival was later in the evening, so the checkin instructions given, made all very easy. The neighborhood is perfect and close for walking to the beaches, many restaurants, and small grocery store. Everything inside the Penthouse, we found to be extremely clean, the queen bed and linens were very clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed the complimentary champagne, coffee and breakfast on its cute outdoor patio. I highly recommend this Penthouse it is so unique and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Booked this penthouse for my girlfriend’s birthday and it didn’t disappoint! The balcony is the perfect place for coffee, breakfast or just relaxing. Easy walk to the beach and Stearns Wharf. One thing to note is the driveway to the parking is very narrow and the parking area can be tight if every space is being used, so if you are driving a large truck or suv you may have trouble getting in as it felt a bit tight at times in our mid-sized suv. We really enjoyed our stay and would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Recent stay
Great location and nice accomodations
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We had a great stay and really enjoyed this place. The location is ideal and we biked everywhere. Place is really clean and well appointed. Full bed a little small but we made it work.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dino A., Plainfield, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Go Back Jack and Do it Again.
Great building and unit all around. The location is close to everything; beaches, bay, pier, state street, Funky Town (zone) etc. Only reason for driving is if you wish to see more places than Santa Barbara and its hot spots. Only suprising thing to me, so many vacant store fronts on State Street since my last visit. Will definitely be going back and if this property is available at the time I will book it again. Owner/management very responsive. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santa Babara
Great location -- easy to walk to the beachfront. Nice private roof deck outdoor space. Would rent again on a future trip to Santa Barbara.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

howard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location
excellently equipped apartment, with a lovely terrace. kitchen had everything you could want and plenty of utensils, the location was great - 10 minute walk to the beach and handy supermarket only 5 minute walk away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara H., Windsor

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and Quiet Penthouse
We really enjoyed staying in this quaint and updated Penthouse which was actually very quiet. It was especially nice to leave our car in the parking lot most of our visit since we could walk just about anywhere we wanted to go. There were lots of great restaurants nearby and we enjoyed a 2 1/2 hour bike tour in town our first day there. I would definitely recommend this gem to family and friends!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very clean and cozy! Lovely expresso maker but would have liked decaf too
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable Stay
We had a relaxing 3 night stay at this penthouse. Everything was just as described. The location can't be beat. Everything we needed was in walkable distance. It's a big plus to have a dedicated off street parking space. Most of our time was spent enjoying the penthouse and the private deck. We stayed in the penthouse across the hall last year which was also wonderful. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chip M., El Dorado Hills, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great in almost every way
Great location, wonderful space. Only negative was the noise from the refrigerator, runs almost non-stop and we’re sensitive to noise, especially at night. Excellent communication with property manager!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santa Barbara without a car
This property is 2 short blocks from the beach and all the beach & marina restaurants. Walk a block behind & the street offers locals bars, restaurants & a market. Our walking & dining experiences were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location for everything Santa Barbara!
This penthouse was perfect in every way. It had all the amenities for eating in either cooking or grilling. The outside terrace was awesome and perfect for eating dinner with a cool ocean breeze. It was in a quiet neighborhood and best of all was a 3 block walk to the beach and pier and same to get to State street. We parked and never use our car and never ran out of things to do. A perfect relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
The location is perfectly situated with the beach, State Street and the Funk Zone just a few blocks away. At the same time, it is just far enough to be really quiet at night. The Penthouse has everything needed for a comfortably stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Great location, we could walk to restaurants and shopping. The Condo is clean and very comfortable. The double shower heads were very nice. We loved sitting out on the deck grilling and chillin'. Ally was very responsive when we needed beach towels :). Great stay We will be back !
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Romantic Get-a-way
My girlfriend and I have been going to this property for three years. The property is clean and safe and has plenty of room—a great kitchen with all of your kitchen amenities at home. The property has a beautiful patio with two recliners, a bar bq, and a dining area. The bath has a great shower too! The air conditioner also works well, though you don't need it except for a few minutes late in the afternoon if you close up the unit when you return from the beach. The property is less than a 10-minute walk to the beach and 15 minutes walk to the pier. As I mentioned in my previous reviews, you must be prepared to walk up two flights of stairs. the last flight of stairs is kind of steep and narrow but adds to the adventure and ambiance of the property. Lastly, great wifi and a Tv that allows you access to all of your favorite apps. We did not hook up the firestick, because the TV worked great with our favorite apps. We will be booking again for October.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023