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Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 590 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Carpinteria, CA
  • Place, Carpinteria State Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tomol Interpretive Play Area
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the area

Carpinteria

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the apartment, you'll find Carpinteria State Beach and Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park. Also, Tomol Interpretive Play Area is within half a mile (1 km) and Friends of the Library Used Bookstore is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carpinteria State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tomol Interpretive Play Area - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Friends of the Library Used Bookstore - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Bird - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Clementine's Steak House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬14 min walk
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About this property

Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach

Get ready to kick back and relax at Neptune's Retreat — a gorgeous beachfront condo sitting directly on the sand of Carpinteria State Beach, just a block from Linden Ave. With 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this is your own little slice of paradise. Take a break from the beach in the open living room, or cook up a meal in the beautiful kitchen with a pop of ocean catching your eye. Fully stocked and ready for you from the moment you arrive.



The space

🛏️ Bedroom 1

A spacious king bed with an attached bathroom, dresser, and closet. Two floor sleeping mats are also available in the closet area for extra guests. This room has its own TV and a private door leading to the side alley.



🛏️ Bedroom 2

A comfortable queen bed with a TV — a cozy retreat after a long day at the beach.



🛁 Bathrooms

Both bathrooms feature standing showers with glass doors. One is en-suite to Bedroom 1, and the other is in the hallway next to Bedroom 2. Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are provided in both.



📺 Living Room

Settle into the L-shaped couch and unwind. The TV has cable and full streaming capability (Netflix and more), and local magazines are on hand for a slower afternoon. The dining table seats up to 4, with an additional 4 stools at the counter.



🍳Kitchen

A fully stocked kitchen with pots, pans, dishes, BBQ tools, and all your everyday essentials. A drip coffee maker is available — coffee grounds aren't guaranteed but may be left over from previous guests.



🧺 Laundry

In-unit washer and dryer in the hall closet, plus an iron. Detergent isn't always provided — we recommend bringing your own, but feel free to use any that's available.



🌊 Beach & Outdoors

The house is located directly on the beach, and we're happy to provide boogie boards, beach toys, beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels for all your beach needs. We just ask that you bring everything back to the storage unit when not in use and avoid leaving any items on the sand.



The shared patio has two gas BBQs (connected to the building — no propane needed) and picnic tables, perfect for a relaxed outdoor meal.



🚗 Parking

Two gated parking spots are included, both numbered #5. Additional vehicles should park on the street.



📶 WiFi & Entertainment

High-speed WiFi throughout the unit — the router is in the cabinet next to the fridge. The TV has cable and full streaming capability (Netflix and more).



Guest access

Contactless self check-in for a smooth arrival. The entire unit is yours — the only off-limits area is one locked hall closet. We're available by phone or email throughout your stay for anything you need.



📍 Getting Around

Perfectly positioned to explore the best of the California coast. Travel times may vary with traffic:



•⁠ Montecito — 8 min

•⁠ Santa Barbara — 15 min

•⁠ Ventura — 20 min

•⁠ Ojai — 35 min

•⁠ Santa Ynez — 45 min

•⁠ Solvang — 60 min

•⁠ Malibu — 60 min

•⁠ Santa Monica — 1.5 hrs

•⁠ Downtown LA — 1.5–2 hrs

•⁠ Disneyland — 2.5 hrs



❓ FAQs

•⁠ Pets: Not permitted — per HOA policy.

•⁠ Early luggage drop or late parking: Not available, as we can't monitor belongings or interrupt the cleaners while preparing the house.

• Security deposit: No deposit required for standard stays! We've partnered with Safely to provide insurance coverage for accidental damages — already included in your rental rate. For stays longer than 28 days, a security deposit of $5,000 will be collected manually. Please reach out for more details.

•⁠ Additional cleaning: Available for longer stays at an added cost — just ask in advance.



📋 House Rules

🚭 No smoking of any kind — indoors, outdoors, patio, or garage. Carpinteria is a non-smoking town; violations may result in a city fine.

🎉 No parties or events.

📷 No photo or video shoots without prior host approval.

👥 Max 6 overnight guests (children 2+ count toward the total).

🌙 Quiet hours: 10:00 pm – 7:00 am. Please be respectful of neighbors.

🛋️ Please don't rearrange the furniture.

🏖️ Return all beach gear to the unit after use — nothing left on the beach overnight.



Rule violations or HOA complaints may result in fines and/or removal from the property without refund for remaining nights.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking

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

  • Bicycle parking
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 966 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off heater
Start a load of towels in washer please
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 14102214

Property is also known as

444620

Frequently asked questions

How close is Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach to the airport?

This apartment is 21.5 mi (25-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach to the beach?

This apartment is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach to downtown Carpinteria?

This apartment is 0.5 mi away from Carpinteria.

Neptune's Retreat 2 BD on the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dory H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here, it’s the perfect location-right on the beach and walking distance to shops and restaurants. The house is beautiful, clean, and had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnny A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time. The condo was perfect! The host was quick to respond to any questions we had. We absolutely would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family's stay at this VRBO property was wonderful! The apartment was very clean and cozy, plenty of amenities were provided, and the beach-front location could not be beat! We were in town for a family wedding and it was the perfect place to convene after each day and having the beach right there was simply an added bonus. Would definitely recommend staying at this property to anyone who is inquiring! Management was very helpful and communicative too ) 5 stars all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

We really enjoyed our stay here. It was very clean and well kept. We look forward to hopefully staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach getaway

This place was perfect for our family of five. Plenty of space, comfortable beds, well-maintained unit and property, and steps from the beach. Property was exactly as listed and included everything we needed to relax and enjoy our stay. We also appreciated the proximity to shops and restaurants just a short walk away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Gem!

Very clean and steps away from the beach. We enjoyed our time immensely at this darling beach condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely!

We had an amazing time at your beautiful property. We hope to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful space

We’ve stayed here a few years in a row. I’ve really enjoyed the cleanliness and the spaciousness of this unit. It’s truly one of a kind and it’s fully updated and beautiful. Thank you for another wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Terry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable & Convenient

Good location, but not much of a view of the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Armin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome & expensive

Good location, awesome beach, lovely village for at a completely exorbitant price.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Truly Relaxing Getaway — Already Looking Forward to Next Summer!

From the moment we arrived, we felt completely at home—which made it so easy to truly relax and unwind. The entire property is immaculate, clearly well-maintained, and cared for with intention. Early check-in was a thoughtful touch and gave us even more time to enjoy our first day.The beach is just a short walk away, making sunrise strolls and sunset views part of our daily routine. Everything about the home helped make our stay feel effortless and serene.We’ve already decided this will be our go-to summer retreat, and we can’t wait to come back again next year! Already booked!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Carp Getaway!

We had such a great trip and Neptune's retreat is right on the beach! Also close to town. It's modern, clean, spacious and perfect for our family of 5. Loved it and would definitely stay again. Property manager is responsive and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karla v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 4th

We have been coming to Carpinteria for about 15 years and this has been our favorite place so far. You can’t beat this unit location to the water, beautiful views of the ocean great interior design and close to restaurants and shopping. We would absolutely stay here again and would highly recommend it to anyone who’s looking for a little getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Diamond on the Beach

We cannot say enough about how much we loved Neptune’s Retreat! Beautiful inside and out and we can’t wait to come back!!! 10 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chalkwalk Fun in Carpinteria

Enjoyed the chalkwalk festival, Farmers market, restaurants nearby on Linden Avenue & Carpinteria Avenue. Also enjoyed sitting on patio and listening to the waves. Took many walks along nearby trails.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carpinteria gem!

Neptune’s Retreat on the Beach is a gem in Carpinteria. The location, residence and overall property are just as described on VRBO. The property owners have done a great job in thinking of everything needed for a relaxing vacation. Looking forward to returning to NR and Carp in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and pleasantly decorated condo

We enjoyed our stay at the condo. The upstairs unit is back from the beach, but the beach can be viewed through the kitchen window. We arrived after dark and we’re not familiar with the checkmark door lock (had to press the “Yale” button to illuminate the digital keypad). We rented the condo during 4th of July, so the neighborhood was a little noisy (understandable), but it was quiet at 10 pm. The manager was very accommodating with our 11 am checkout request. We enjoyed using the supplied beach chairs and boogie boards. Overall, this was a pleasant stay, we only encountered minor defects (the manager worked with us), and we would consider renting it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome beachfront condo

Almost everything about this condo was fantastic. The location is prime, and the condo was spotless. Vrbo didn’t send us our checkin instructions, but the property manager was really responsive to all of the concerns we had. They got us our checkin info within 15 min of us letting them know we couldn’t get in, they had a solution when we were locked out of the beach gear locker, and when we discovered that there were only two bowls in a condo that accommodates five guests. Five stars for the property manager. A couple of things that I would have like to have known before renting: The property listing says there is a hot tub. There is no hot tub. A fireplace is featured in some of the pics, it can’t be used. There weren’t any linens that fit the foam mattresses our kids slept on. We ended up finding stuff for the bigger beds and just using that and some blankets we were traveling with. Another thing that could be improved includes a better stocked kitchen. All of the Teflon pans were peeling and need to be replaced, & there was not a full array of kitchen utensils (no citrus squeezer & knife sharpener are the two main ones that come to mind), and there was nothing in the way of basics like foil, etc. not a huge deal, but for the price I expected the kitchen to be better stocked/in better shape. Overall our experience was great, the property manager was super helpful, the place was nicely decorated, clean, and has a prime location. We would for sure rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5day stay

Good experience
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

It was the ideal size for us. Very clean and cute! Great location. I would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025