10/10 Excellent
jamie h., chandler, AZ
May 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Stay
jamie h.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Entire apartment
Apt 5: Contemporary 2-Bedroom 2-Bath Steps To Sand
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 575 sq m
Popular amenities
- Pet friendlyPet friendly
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
Explore the area
CA, Carpinteria
- Carpinteria State Beach3 min walk
- Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary6 min drive
- Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club6 min drive
- Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)24 min drive
Most relevant reviews
ExperimentalCarousel
10/10 Excellent
We really appreciated the nicely appointed apartment and were pleasantly surprised to find the kitchen supplied with cof...
Gina S.
Sep 23, 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wonderful place. Clean and modern, quite and comfortable
James P.
Aug 23, 2023
10/10 Excellent
Love love loved our apartment in Carpenteria! Tropical shores is amazing and beautiful. Perfect location especially if y...
Darleen H.
Jul 6, 2023
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Apt 5: Contemporary 2-Bedroom 2-Bath Steps To Sand
Beautiful newly remodeled, family-oriented, ground floor 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment with brand new modern furnishings and amenities throughout. This recently renovated complex (2018) is half a block from the nicest beaches of Carpinteria and directly across from the Salt Marsh Reserve. Super quiet location, 200 yards from the sand, and walking distance to the shops and restaurants. This unit was recently furnished with high-quality contemporary leather and walnut furniture and contemporary art decor.
Carpinteria is one of the last standing little beach towns in California, essentially unchanged in over 50 years. The city is limited in growth based by its physical boarders, making the entire town only about 1 mile square. Dozens of smaller mom and pop restaurants and cute beachy shops. Its a town where you young children can walk or bicycle safely, visiting old favorite shops like Robitelle's Candy shop, Foster's Freeze, and The Spot burger joint. Then there's the beach! Protected by the Anacapa Island chain, Carpinteria is known as the World's Safest Beach. Your dogs will love it too, as the beach from our street (Ash Avenue) Northward, dogs are allowed with leashes. (If allowing dogs off-leash...be aware that the police occasionally ticket off-leash dogs and the ticket is expensive.
We're located about 10 miles from world renown Santa Barbara, and 15 miles from the city of Ventura. Looking for. some shopping? Camarillo Outlet Mall is located 30 miles to the South. Northward you find dozens of wineries, Solvang, and all directions have dozens of great golf courses. Whether you're interested in shopping, dining, kayaking, whale watching, golfing, or just relaxing on the beach, Carpinteria vacation will become a fond memory that you and your family will yearn to repeat year after year. All of Carpinteria is easily walked in about an hour. There is also a cute public trolly and bicycles to rent (mostly summer). Amtrak stops many times each day for fast easy trip to Santa Barbara and points beyond. LAX is the International airport that serves the area, about 2 hours South. The smaller Santa Barbara Airport is about 30 minutes away.
Carpinteria is one of the last standing little beach towns in California, essentially unchanged in over 50 years. The city is limited in growth based by its physical boarders, making the entire town only about 1 mile square. Dozens of smaller mom and pop restaurants and cute beachy shops. Its a town where you young children can walk or bicycle safely, visiting old favorite shops like Robitelle's Candy shop, Foster's Freeze, and The Spot burger joint. Then there's the beach! Protected by the Anacapa Island chain, Carpinteria is known as the World's Safest Beach. Your dogs will love it too, as the beach from our street (Ash Avenue) Northward, dogs are allowed with leashes. (If allowing dogs off-leash...be aware that the police occasionally ticket off-leash dogs and the ticket is expensive.
We're located about 10 miles from world renown Santa Barbara, and 15 miles from the city of Ventura. Looking for. some shopping? Camarillo Outlet Mall is located 30 miles to the South. Northward you find dozens of wineries, Solvang, and all directions have dozens of great golf courses. Whether you're interested in shopping, dining, kayaking, whale watching, golfing, or just relaxing on the beach, Carpinteria vacation will become a fond memory that you and your family will yearn to repeat year after year. All of Carpinteria is easily walked in about an hour. There is also a cute public trolly and bicycles to rent (mostly summer). Amtrak stops many times each day for fast easy trip to Santa Barbara and points beyond. LAX is the International airport that serves the area, about 2 hours South. The smaller Santa Barbara Airport is about 30 minutes away.
Property manager
Mike Krumm
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
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
- 1 unit
- Unit size: 808 square feet
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Policies
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
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
Property is also known as
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Apt 5 Contemporary 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Steps To Sand
Apt 5: Contemporary 2-bedroom 2-bath Steps To Sand Apartment
Apt 5: Contemporary 2-bedroom 2-bath Steps To Sand Carpinteria
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About the neighborhood
Carpinteria
This apartment is located in Carpinteria. 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. Santa Barbara Channel and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center are also worth visiting.
What's nearby
- Carpinteria State Beach - 3 min walk
- Tar Pits Park - 5 min drive
- Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 6 min drive
- Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club - 6 min drive
- Rincon Beach Park - 11 min drive
Getting around
- Carpinteria Station - 10 min walk
- Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 4 min drive
- Island Brewing - 9 min walk
- Apiary Ciderworks and Meadery - 19 min walk
- Carl's Jr. - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Apt 5: Contemporary 2-Bedroom 2-Bath Steps To Sand pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Apt 5: Contemporary 2-Bedroom 2-Bath Steps To Sand?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Apt 5: Contemporary 2-Bedroom 2-Bath Steps To Sand?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Apt 5: Contemporary 2-Bedroom 2-Bath Steps To Sand located?
Situated in Carpinteria, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Carpinteria State Beach and Tomol Interpretive Play Area. Friends of the Library Used Bookstore and Tar Pits Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Carpinteria Station is 10 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
4.0/10
Amenities
4.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
May 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Easy Access
Ewe were looking for a place close to family and events in the area. We also had a small dog to accommodate. Parking and accessible unit for elderly parents was perfect. Of course we realize the off season for the beach is a little different than summer use. The unit was so clean and all use was clearly explained. Much nicer than a hotel for the three nights we stayed. Thank you.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Lawrence T.
Mar 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Iicemaker does not work
Could have extra blankets
Luggage should have been in bedroom.
Over all good.
We left the house very clean.
It was a nice short visit.
Thanks
Lawrence T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gina S.
Sep 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Apartment by the Sea
We really appreciated the nicely appointed apartment and were pleasantly surprised to find the kitchen supplied with coffee, sugar, salt/pepper, saran wrap, foil and ziplock baggies. Although we didn’t cook because of the brevity of our trip, these supplies would have made cooking and clean up easier.
We were also happy with the size if the apartment and that it allowed our small dogs to stay.
Great hosts!
Gina S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
James P.
Aug 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice
Wonderful place. Clean and modern, quite and comfortable
James P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Darleen H.
Jul 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
July 4th vacation
Love love loved our apartment in Carpenteria! Tropical shores is amazing and beautiful. Perfect location especially if you’re bringing pets, a few steps from dog beach and really clean and nice. The only thing I would change is a more comfortable bed.
Darleen H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jim B., Bakersfield, CA
Nov 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful in every way
Great location, clean, wonderfully decorated. Host was awesome. So nice to have a place dedicated to families who want to stay a few days or a week and not have to stay in a hotel. So much of Carpenteria in past years was for families wanting a week at the beach. Those places have since been converted to condos and are owner occupied or leased monthly. Not Tropic Shores. The family has a goal of providing weekly rentals to families, like it used to be. And they provide it in a fantastic way. You are literally less than a two minute walk to the waves. Wonderful place.
Jim B.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca K.
Aug 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay near the beach
My family had a great stay at Elena’s place. The apartment was clean and well appointed. Elena was so responsive and kind before, during and even after our stay. We loved hanging out in the courtyard. The location cannot be beat! We’ll definitely return.
Rebecca K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael D., Seattle, Washington
Jul 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
YES!
In 2021, we stopped in Carpinteria rather serendipitously on a return trip from Seattle. We loved the place, but only had a half-day and one night. Still, we liked it enough that we booked for 10 days this year and had the best time. The condo was well stocked and had plenty of space for the two of us (we both work part-time from home). We thought the beds were comfortable and we always appreciate fun artwork. The setting was wonderful, too. The courtyard made it feel different than a motel and provided easy access to the parking, washer/dryer and trash. Effortless. The shrubs are a nice touch and our dog agreed after checking every one of them. The two units next to us were rented by a group of 8 or 9 vacationers who were having a lot of fun. But… their noise was not bad at all. And, what we heard was ‘happy noise’. Not yelling or screaming but just fun laughter. I don’t get tired of that. That’s the condo…
The town of Carpinteria is just too good. It is a 60s beach town that in some ways doesn’t know it’s a half a century later. It has been updated with modern grocery stores, a beach boardwalk and EV charging options, but it’s STILL 60s in other ways, i.e., the hamburger place just a few blocks away – The Spot. In Carpinteria, you can walk forever or drive somewhere in five minutes. We will return!
Michael D.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Samara K., Dallas TX
Mar 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly situated
We really enjoyed this property. Excellent location for beach access, and the beach is terrific. Extremely clean and contemporary, comfortable apartment; beautiful building landscaping was an unexpected pleasant surprise. Carpenteria is a wonderfully laid-back small town easily accessible to more action if that's your thing. Owner was very helpful and made the stay super-easy. We loved it and can't wait to go back.
Samara K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022