Step into Dorrance Depot R&R, a charming beach cottage in Carpinteria with cute decor and a flat screen TV. Unwind on the front porch, stroll to the nearby beach and wildlife sanctuary or explore Linden Avenue's shops and restaurants just blocks away.
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
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Kitchen
Washer
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Parking available
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Great house to walk to the beach
OWNER WILL CONSIDER LESS THAN 7 NIGHTS IF IT IS CLOSE TO THE DATE AND WE HAVE OPENINGS. EMAIL REQUESTS TO KATHY CARPINTERIA...maybe it's not really the land that time forgot, but it doesn't take much time here to feel like you've eased back into a vacation from your childhood. Days at the beach are long and lazy, and balmy nights are livened up by walks up and down the main drag, stopping for ice cream, to window shop, or to just watch others stroll by. There's a wide variety of local restaurants, but not a major chain in sight (other than fast food, of course), and if you feel like staying out late, there's usually live music playing nearby somewhere.
We have a comfortable, well stocked house with cute beachy decor. It is the perfect place for a great relaxing vacation. New- this year --- a flat screen TV! We hope you enjoy the outdoors but if your favorite sporting event or something else is on-- the viewing is much improved. Dorrance Depot R&R has the flavor of the past with the accommodations that you want for your family today. Located within two blocks of just about everything, it's a short walk to the beach and wildlife sanctuary in one direction, and Linden Avenue's shops and restaurants in the other. Although it's rumored to have been the old railroad station, today's Dorrance Depot R&R is all about Rest and Relaxation. Unit A, a spacious single story beach cottage, has three bedrooms and two full baths, with a large and open living, dining, and kitchen area. The front porch and small grassy yard, enclosed by a picket fence, connect the inside to the outside, and add to the entertainment possibilities. There's plenty of secure storage space for your portable vacation gear (chairs, bikes, boogie boards, etc.), and the house is fully equipped with kitchen, bath, and linen supplies.
Be our guest!...You'll be counting down the days until you can come back again.
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
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Rules
$500.00 refundable security deposit
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $100.00 pet fee per stay
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Infants are allowed but house is not baby proofed
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Small parties allowed if ended by 10:00 PM
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: small parties allowed if ended by 10:00 PM
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Carpinteria, this vacation home is near the beach. Santa Barbara Harbor and Tee Time are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Carpinteria travel guide
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Great house to walk to the beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Great house to walk to the beach?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Great house to walk to the beach located?
Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Tomol Interpretive Play Area, Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park, and Carpinteria State Beach. Friends of the Library Used Bookstore and Tar Pits Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Carpinteria Station is 5 minutes by foot.
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My family and I enjoyed our week in this cute beach house. There was plenty of space and great access to town or the beach. We would definitely stay there again.
The property was beautiful and clean! It was easily accessible to everything! The check in and out process was simple. We will definitely rent here again!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the walkability of everything Carpinteria has to offer from this house. It's a quick walk to the beach, the trails along the beach bluffs, the salt marsh area, and Linden Avenue restaurants and shops. The home is as pictured with parking available behind the house on the driveway. There's one bedroom and the primary bedroom/bath down a hallway off the kitchen. The other bedroom and bathroom are off the living room.We would gladly stay again!
The house is within walking distance to the beach and downtown. The charcoal grill was unusable ( the grates were very rusted and eroded and there was no basin to catch ashes. We spoke to the host and she directed us to borrow a grill from a neighbor who is one of her renters. That grill was not much better but we were able to BBQ. There were dirty dishes in every cupboard and the house could use a deep cleaning. The guest bathroom has mold and is very outdated. The house had ample room for our group and we did have a great time in Carpinteria. If the items listed above were corrected, I would rate it higher.
Edward A.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Benjamin D.
3 June 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Not my favorite - Great location
Carp was great. Unfortunately, our stay was not ideal. I'll list out the pros and cons.
Pros:
1. Property is in an awesome location with maybe 3-5 minute walk to the beach, and walkable distance to all the key Carp restaurants.
2. Outdoor shower definitely helps after beach.
Cons:
1. General communication. When I booked the house, the confirmation gives the address, but it wasn't until when I checked in that I was provided that it's a unit A. I found that there is 2 other units in the back of the house at the end of the driveway, which made parking really difficult. When we arrived, there was another tenant that parked in one of our spots, and I almost hit the fence multiple times trying to pull in and out.
Also, the unit comes with 2 parking spots, so I pulled in sideways to make it easier to get out. The owner visited the property the day before our last day and asked that I pull in more and over although I was within the spaces. I was unsure the necessity of that ask.
2. Cleanliness. Property owner asked if any other issues, and I mentioned that the sheets felt a bit sticky, that there was wet things in the dryer and what appeared like dried snot on one of the fleeces. The owner apologized about the clothes in the dryer, and she mentioned that they only cleaned the throws once in a while. I felt that dried snot on the bed should have received a bit more than that response. There were other things, but I'll leave at that.
3. Neighbors are very close in proximity.
We really enjoyed our stay and the location is perfect to both the beach access to restaurants and stores. Our host, Kathy was always available and accommodating. When we were at the house, we spent much of our time on the front porch and lawn area. We recommend this house to others and plan to book another stay there in the future.
Wonderful place to stay, a short walk to the beach and Carpinteria is a charming small town with a unique atmosphere, quiet and sleepy seeming but with a rich and vibrant life, lots of great restaurants, nature reserve full of wildlife and a gorgeous long sandy beach with a mountain backdrop, and pods of dolphins cruising by - we could hear the squeaks as they called to each other if we ducked down under water.The house looks like a charming beach cottage, and it is, but it is a bit of a Tardis - really roomy and airy inside, much bigger than it looks from the outside, with three really good sized bedrooms, one ensuite, and a comfortable lounge and great newly refitted kitchen if you are into cooking.
First time at this property. Communication with host was good. Check in & out was easy. Comfortable & clean. Good location. Having two parking spaces was nice. Neighbors are a little noisy but got used to it.
We had a wonderful stay at this charming beach cottage in Carpinteria. Our family trip was made even more special for my 89 year old father-in-law, who grew up just down the road on Third and Elm, he loved returning to his hometown and sharing memories with us. The house was well-stocked with everything you could need for a relaxing beach vacation, and we especially enjoyed the cozy front patio, perfect for sipping morning coffee. We felt right at home and would love to come back and visit again soon!
My whole family had a great time at Dorrance. The home was very spacious and in a really great location. We hope to come back again!
jamie h.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Rhonda and Jeff B.
4 December 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Close to the beach
Decent property, but could use some TLC
Rhonda and Jeff B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
carolyn s.
2 June 2018
Carpenteria Home
We found the house to be very comfortable for our party of 4 adults. Furnishings were adequate and proximity to restaurants and beach was perfect. The owner responded to the problem with WIFI right away, although it was unable to be resolved during our stay. I would suggest an additional fan for the third bedroom and more attention to detail in cleaning the bathrooms and stove. Definitely a nice place to stay.
cottage in carp with plenty of room for four to six adults.
This is our 5th trip to Carp and first staying at this property. We chose it because it's dog friendly, has three bedrooms, and near the beach. Due to Covid, only three adults made the trip and no dog, so there was plenty of room for us. Like many beach cottages, it's a bit 'salty and sandy' and it was exactly what we expected. It exceeded our expectations and we hope to return next year. The owner, Kathy, was very responsive.
Very large rental house. Kathy & Phil (property owners) were fantastic. Super helpful, even let us park our bikes in their garage. House looked like it had been recently touched up with new paint and more than met our needs. Carpet was worn and maybe that’s why it looked dirty.
Loved the fenced in front yard for our dog. Highly recommend.
My wife and i and our four adult children and one grandchildd stayed in the house. We brought2 dogs. The house was comfortable and roomy. Great location! The owner e to dtay again!!was responsive and reachable. Would lov
My brother and I gathered here with our families for a week of fun together in our hometown. The place was just the right size for comfortable & relaxing fun & dinner parties with more friends. The layout is ideal with enough space to cook & hang out together while also allowing privacy for all. The location is perfect & the porch is perfect to enjoy sunny morning coffee! We’ll be back!
Kathy was great, stayed in touch through email (which was perfect for us). Home was clean, well stocked, really comfortable and in a very nice location, walking distance to the beach. Will definitely look for this rental every time we visit Carpinteria
This property came in very handy for my son’s graduation! We had quite number of family and friends coming from out of town and it was a great place to gather. Our condo is around the corner, but is tiny and cannot handle a large number of people. The house is equipped with what you need for a comfortable stay. My cousin even made a seafood boil for dinner one night and used all the pots, pans and serving dishes that came with the house!
Location is perfect! Kathy gives you a list of what the house is NOT equipped with and so you know you need to bring extra toilet paper and paper towels, beach towels and beach chairs, zip locks and laundry pods for the washer and dryer.
Kathy is quick to respond and communication is great.
The house could use some TLC. Maybe a fresh coat of paint on the cupboards and bathrooms. The carpet is clean, however it is showing wear and tear…ripping it out and putting down a different floor would make it look sleek and easier to clean (just my opinion) . The glass on the bathrooms could use a little more windex to get rid of soap scum.
But, would I rent it again? Yes. These larger rentals are hard to find in Carpinteria!! We put it to good use! Many thanks!
Fabulous location. Quaint home. We enjoyed our stay. There were some dirty dishes though and cobwebs and dust in the higher to reach areas. The sink in the master bath was draining too slow to really use and there was a bowl to catch water under the sink. We never did figure out how to work the TV but there were plenty of other things to do.
The house was very cute and very walkable to the beach, restaurants, etc. The house had all supplies a guest needs and the setup is very user friendly for a family. The drawbacks are that the house itself is pretty rundown. With exception of the bathrooms and kitchen, the flooring is old and musty carpet. The dishes were not clean and had food residue on them in the cabinets and silverware drawer. The dryer had about a half cup of sand in the bottom when we checked in and the lint trap had not been cleaned. While we never felt unsafe and the neighborhood is very cute, the houses next door were a bit sketchy. Our stay was expensive, otherwise these inconveniences may not have stood out quite so much. We are grateful to have found a place in the SB area.