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Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Carpinteria

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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the beach through large windows.
A modern kitchen with a built-in island, wooden dining table, benches, and black-and-white artwork on the walls.
A beach with a clear sky, a sandy shore, and a few beach chairs.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a view to the outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathrooms269 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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

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About the area

Carpinteria

Oceanside stay.Within a 5-minute walk of this Carpinteria vacation home, you'll find Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park and Carpinteria State Beach. 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).

What's nearby

  • Carpinteria State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tomol Interpretive Play Area - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Friends of the Library Used Bookstore - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Tar Pits Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brass Bird - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Spot - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views

Carpinteria License Number - 1188-VR-18 and 1189-VR-18

6 BEDROOMS | 4 BATHROOMS | 12 GUESTS
Welcome to Seahorse Retreat, an exclusive coastal hideaway made up of two mirrored, oceanfront residences joined as one luxury duplex. Just steps from the sand, this premier Carpinteria property offers the ultimate setting for group getaways, multi-generational family vacations, or reunions—comfortably hosting up to 12 guests.

The two residences are connected by a shared laundry room and a massive oceanfront deck. Inside each home, light-filled living spaces showcase expansive windows with panoramic ocean views, complemented by dining areas that seat six. Each main floor features two inviting twin bedrooms, while the entire upper level is dedicated to a private primary suite with its own ocean-view balcony. Renting both units together gives your group double the space, privacy, and luxury for an unforgettable beach escape.

PLEASE NOTE: During the Winter months, approximately November - March, the City of Carpinteria may erect a sand wall to protect all of the beachfront properties in Carpinteria from winter swells and storms. While it attempts to protect the properties, it does have the potential to block the view of the ocean from the lower levels of the home.

**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: Call us!
- 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling 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: 2,900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.6 mi (25-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Carpinteria State Beach and 4.7 mi (11-min drive) from Rincon Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views to downtown Carpinteria?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Carpinteria.

Spacious Oceanfront Coastal Duplex Steps to Sand, Dining & Stunning Water Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely beach home

This property had everything you need for a wonderful beach vacation. We loved our stay and would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Great location, very comfortable

It was so roomy and well equipped. The location in so perfect. It made for a perfect family holiday
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Please know they have plenty of beach stuff to borrow / you don’t need to bring anythingAlso books and toys for the kids
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an enjoyable Thanksgiving break at the house. The set up was great for two families to be able to be connected through a hallway. Location is great. Right on the beach and walking distance to town and restaurants. It was clean and had a great view.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

Couldn't be beat! 5 Stars all the way1

A wonderful property in an unblievable SoCal location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Ideal multi-family beach stay

Comfy beds and pillowsEverything you need in the kitchenEasy access between condos, but also easy to find your own space when you need itFun dune in the winter on the beach for sand surfingDolphins and seals and pelicans and beach walks and sunsets and sunrises and tide pools
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Best weekend of my life

Honestly. I didn’t want to leave. My family and I had the best weekend here. Such a magical spot
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Carpenteria

Excellent, clean facility. Brooke answered questions promptly. Highly recommend this facility and the owners!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Love carpinteria

We have been staying in Carpinteria almost every summer for a week for the last 35 years. We have rented several different beach front places over the years. This place was the best one of them all. Very spacious, very clean, and was well supplied with all the necessities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan R.

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

Beach house

Great property. Right on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gene M.

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

On the sand!

This property is not luxurious but very nice. Ample parking and good amenities. The furnishings are a little dated but very functional and comfortable. Best part by far is the convenience of being right on the sand at Carpenteria Beach. Location can't be beat and Carpenteria is a great community. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Perfect beach rental for two families!

This was a wonderful beach rental! The owners definitely care about the renters having a comfortable and easy experience. The bedding and pillows were lovely and very comfortable. There was an abundance of kitchen supplies, which made it so easy to start enjoying the trip right away. The layout is so helpful. We were two families with small kids. In this duplex, we’d set the kids up on one side for dinner and a movie, while the grownups enjoyed wine and dinner on the other side. Our kids loved the book nook that was stocked with plenty of children’s and adult books. Lots of board games available too! Waking up in the morning on the top floor is so great because you can see over the dune the the ocean. Being right on the beach was so fun. The kids enjoyed using the boogie boards (that are stored in the outdoor closet) to slide down the dune for hours and hours each day. Even the parking was perfect. I’m thrilled with this place and will absolutely be coming back if it’s available
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristi P.

Perfect Location

The home really has it all! It’s the perfect setup for families & the view is amazing! Kid friendly and walking distance to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Teresa S.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pete C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025