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Beach Shanty - One Block From Carpinteria State Beach

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Beach nearby
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Smart TV
Smart TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Carpinteria, CA
  • Place, Carpinteria State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Friends of the Library Used Bookstore
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the area

Carpinteria

When you stay at this apartment in Carpinteria, you'll be by the sea, just steps from Carpinteria State Beach and Tomol Interpretive Play Area. .This apartment is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Santa Barbara Bowl and 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Santa Barbara County Courthouse.

What's nearby

  • Carpinteria State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tomol Interpretive Play Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Friends of the Library Used Bookstore - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 5 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 5 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Brass Bird - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Clementine's Steak House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Hives - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Beach Shanty - One Block From Carpinteria State Beach

Welcome to Beach Shanty — your cozy coastal getaway in the adorable town of Carpinteria, just 1 block from the beach and a 5-minute walk from charming downtown. Updated in June 2024 with fresh paint, new floors, and new furnishings throughout, this cheerful home is the perfect base for your Carpinteria escape. Whether you're here to relax or explore, everything you need is right at your doorstep.

The space
Bedroom (Upstairs)
The master bedroom features a king bed with soft, comfortable bedding and a flat-screen TV — perfect for a good night's sleep after a day at the beach.

Living Area
The inviting living area includes a queen-sized sleeper sofa, a brand-new twin bed, and a flat-screen TV — a cozy spot to unwind at the end of the day.

Bathroom
The updated bathroom features a fresh modern shower, new vanity, and sleek mirror.

Kitchen & Dining
The well-equipped kitchen has everything you need to cook up a meal. The dining area seats 4 — perfect for meals together.

Entertainment
Cable TV and WiFi available throughout the home.

Laundry
Laundry is available for guest use during your stay.


Parking
A designated covered parking spot is included. To get there, enter the driveway on the far left side of the building, follow it to the back, and park in space #15, right next to the wall divider. Please do not back into the spot — the storage area above is a bit low and may damage your rear window. Need extra parking? Free street parking is available out front.

Guest access
The entire home is yours to enjoy — make yourself at home! We're always available if you need anything during your stay.

FAQs
•⁠ Pets: Not allowed.
•⁠ Additional cleaning: Available for longer stays at an added cost — just ask in advance.

House Rules
•⁠ No smoking of any kind — indoors or outdoors.
•⁠ No parties or events.
•⁠ No photo or video shoots without prior host approval.
•⁠ Max 5 overnight guests.
•⁠ Quiet hours: 10:00 pm – 7:00 am. Please be respectful of neighbors.
Please don't rearrange the furniture.

Rule violations may result in fines and/or removal from the property without refund for remaining nights.
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off Heater

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
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
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 Registration Number 1194-VR-22

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Beach Shanty - One Block From Carpinteria State Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location near beach and town . Parking spot provided ! Great space for a couple. Coming from across country we wish it came with beach chairs and umbrella.Owner was very accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet and comfortable. great walkability to beach and downtown.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Maria L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, loved the proximity to shopping and the beach. Owners were great with communication. Perfect spot for a couple or small family. Already trying to find a time to go back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family 4th of July trip

Annual trip to Carp for the 4th everything was excellent. The condo was very clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Ceilings fans were also a happy surprise.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent spot in Carpinteria, CA

This place is very cute! it's right in a perfect location between beach and town. Has reserved covered parking, quiet, with all the perks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bonnie B.

Great location 1 short block to the beach. Really nice beach easy access no stairs. The place was decorated really cute with a beach vibe. Overall place was clean.The owner needs to do a remodel on the kitchen very dirty tile/groute needs to be replaced. Also some of the pans need to be replaced.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025