This is the stretch of California that faces south, so the sun crosses the water all day. Malibu alone has 21 miles of it, with houses built on the sand along the coast highway. Oxnard and Ventura have long open beaches and a harbor each. Carpinteria is a small beach town with a gentle shore that suits children. Santa Barbara sits under the Santa Ynez Mountains with a wharf, a harbor and beaches on both sides of town, and Montecito and Summerland fill the gap between.
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The Surf Lodge Villa is a spacious six-bedroom vacation home on Broad Beach Road with a private beachfront and surf breaks just beyond the doorstep.
Welcome to Malibu Dunes. @stay Enjoy your own private beach at this luxurious oceanfront estate that brings the charm of the Hamptons to Malibu's iconic Broad Beach. Balancing high-end hospitality with cozy coastal comfort, Malibu Dunes has a rich history of hosting Hollywood film shoots and a long list of celebrity clientele. The property includes a rare stretch of private and enclosed beach backyard. As with all properties, you can expect an elevated experience where every need has been anticipated and every comfort provided. Inside you'll enjoy carefully curated amenities and spaces designed for entertaining in style or unwinding with family or friends.
Villa Rylee in Malibu offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views.
Carpinteria License # - 1188-VR-18 and 1189-VR-18 6 BEDROOMS. 4 BATHROOMS. 12 GUESTS Seahorse Retreat offers your own little piece of Paradise, with not one, but two units completely oceanfront! This duplex is situated to enjoy a fantastic Beach Vacation! Come enjoy Carpinteria's intimate beach town vibe, with awesome weather and the beach in your backyard, Seahorse Retreat is an escape from the daily grind. This luxury vacation rental is complete with two identical units and the beach literally two steps from the outside deck! Flow through to either unit using the connection laundry room, or by the oceanfront deck. Come inside and enjoy both of these 3 Bedroom 2 Bath units.
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Welcome to Pacific View Malibu, an elevated Malibu retreat where refined design, sweeping Pacific views, and resort-style amenities come together on a dramatic oceanfront bluff. From the moment you arrive, the home makes a statement. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame endless blue horizons, drawing Malibu’s golden light into every corner of the space. Vaulted ceilings and rich hardwood floors create an airy, polished atmosphere, while contemporary furnishings strike the perfect balance between sophistication and comfort. The main living area is designed for effortless lounging and entertaining, with ocean views that shift beautifully from sunlit afternoons to fiery coastal sunsets.
Welcome to Infinity. @stay Let the endless blue expanse of the Pacific put you at ease and inspire you at Infinity in Malibu. Spread across four floors and situated right on the sand of Malibu, this unparalleled property features panoramic ocean views from floor-to-ceiling glass windows. You and your group will enjoy three spacious balconies for sitting, sipping, and sunbathing, as well as a large beachfront deck with lounge seating and a hot tub. The tasteful décor captures an air of understated luxury and keeps the focus firmly on the waterfront views.
Carpinteria License Number - 1188-VR-18 Seahorse Cottage offers your own little piece of Paradise, oceanfront! This duplex is situated to enjoy a fantastic Beach Vacation! Come enjoy Carpinteria's intimate beach town vibe, with awesome weather and the beach in your backyard, Seahorse Cottage is an escape from the daily grind. This luxury vacation rental is complete with the beach literally two steps from the outside deck! Come inside and enjoy this fully equipped 3 Bedroom, 2 Full-Bath unit. As you walk in the front door of Seahorse Cottage, you’ll see the Living Room with a couch big enough for the entire family!
Spacious holiday home in Malibu with direct beach access and sea views.
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Professionally designed coastal retreat on the Mesa, featuring a heated pool and spa, with sweeping views overlooking Mesa Lane Beach. The home is equipped with high-speed fiber internet (1Gbps up and down, no data caps), ideal for both work and streaming. Beach access is just steps away, with a convenient public stairway located to the right of the home leading down to the sand. This newer property offers ample parking, including a two-car garage and an additional two-car carport. Inside, you're welcomed by a bright, skylit foyer. To the right is a dedicated office space with a desk, seating, and bookcase. Just beyond, a cozy reading nook provides a quiet place to unwind.
Spacious holiday home in Malibu with direct beachfront access and stunning ocean views.
Pacific View Malibu by AvantStay offers a spacious holiday home with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, featuring sea views and an outdoor swimming pool.
Permit No.: TRU24-0016 Business Licenses No.: 16369 2 BEDROOMS. 2 BATHROOMS. 6 GUESTS Stop right here, there is no need to look further! This is the place to spend your next vacation. The exclusive gated Rincon Beach Colony hosts this beachfront home that’s right on the sand, south of Santa Barbara, in a surfer’s paradise. Located at the end of the lane, the property has direct access to the world renowned Rincon Point, also called “The Queen of the Coast,” which is known for its world class surfing and annual competition. The luxury escape is south facing offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands, and Santa Barbara coastline.
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Entering the unit, there is no question what the focus will be during a stay here. Dramatic coastal views through a wall of sliding glass doors draw guests right out to the oceanside terrace, where dining, barbecuing, and great conversation in the outdoor living room are bound to occur. Daily dolphin sightings are a common occurrence, along with local surfers and paddlers taking to the waves. With an open floor plan, each sunny living space connects without compromise. The living room features a deep couch and chairs for ultra-comfort.
Hidden behind gates at the end of a long private road, this extraordinary oceanfront estate sits perched on the edge of the cliff, surrounded by lush, worldly gardens and endless Pacific views. With only a handful of neighboring homes, the setting feels deeply private and serene, an escape designed for those who value beauty, quiet, and space to truly unwind. The front gardens are yours to enjoy, filled with plants collected from around the world and the gentle charm of on-site chickens that add to the home's storybook atmosphere. Inside, the two-story home opens into an effortless open-concept layout.
Permit No.: TRU23-044 3 BEDROOMS. 2 BATHROOMS. 6 GUESTS The legendary Rincon Point is a surfer’s dream and it’s right at your doorstep. The area is home to an exclusive enclave of beachfront homes that claims the best local surfer spot and hosts the annual Rincon Classic competition. If you’re more of a low-key vacationer, you’ll be able to see the whales migrate through the Channel, take a dip in the water, then walk fewer than 100 feet inside for a snack. This dream is perfectly located away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to Santa Barbara, Montecito, and Ventura for an excursion.
Spacious holiday home with beachfront access and modern amenities.
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Spacious holiday home with three bedrooms and three bathrooms, featuring a private beach area.
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Padaro Sands is a beautiful beach home located on the sandy beach next to Padaro Lane. The home is located inside a gated community shared with two other properties. The 2 bedroom/3 bath gated house offers great ocean, coastal, and mountain views. It has a wonderful upper deck and lower deck for entertaining, grilling, and watching sunsets and dolphins passing by! Lights under the deck shine out onto the sand and the surf to illuminate the beach at night. Your private stairs lead down onto the beach and to the water. The living and dining rooms are well designed to enjoy plenty of space for relaxing and dining while offering commanding views of the Pacific Ocean.
The Boathouse Paradise on the beach! Sitting right on the sand at one of the most beautiful semi-private beaches in Santa Barbara, The Boathouse is the perfect retreat! This property is located on the best part of Miramar Beach! Constructed of teak, mahogany and white spruce, accompanied by etched and stained glass windows, this unique cottage has been designed to look and feel like a well-built custom sailing vessel. The property consists of two separate one bedroom/one bathroom units joined by a connected stairway inside and a common entrance from the outside. Each unit can be rented separately (sleeping 2 adults and 2 children) or together for a maximum of 6 to 8 people.
Malibu Coastal Escape offers a spacious villa with ocean views, a heated pool, and a hot tub.
Perched just above the sand on this infamous beach, this chic immaculate single-level flat is the one-bedroom, two-bathroom lower unit of a duplex. With modern personality and a sleek, fresh new feel inside, the blue Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands, and the long stretch of sandy beach outside offer an undeniably dramatic backdrop. Wall-to-wall windows and sliding doors capture the ocean views and sounds seamlessly, allowing for an indoor-outdoor experience. Wood floors add a sense of warmth to a home outfitted in soothing cool colors of grey and white, the blue sky and ocean adding just the right touch of color.
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Whimsical Wave at Miramar Beach -- sleeps 4! Sitting on the sand of Miramar Beach, this quirky two level home is ideal for the vacationer who wants to relax and have fun on the beach. As you enter the main level of the Whimsical Wave, the large picturesque window with ocean views will immediately grab your attention. Not your average vacation rental, this home boasts interesting architectural features such as the high beam ceilings, warm wood paneling, a spiral staircase, and many interesting nooks and curves. On the main level, the guests will enjoy a living space with breathtaking views and plenty of funky details that give the Whimsical Wave its' charm.
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Greetings from Goleta Getaway! This charming and updated home is the perfect private escape, with a prime location and a backyard oasis for quintessential outdoor living. The inviting interior welcomes you with a contemporary, coastal-inspired design throughout the living area. Whip up your favorite home-cooked meals in the fully equipped kitchen, featuring sleek countertops and all the appliances you need. Grab a barstool seat at the kitchen counter for a quick meal and casual conversation, or gather around the dining table with seating for six. Four bedrooms each offer their own sanctuary.
Perched just above the sand on this infamous beach, this two-level duplex consists of a one-bedroom, two-bathroom lower unit, and a one-bedroom, two-bathroom upper unit, each immaculate with its own modern personality and sleek, fresh coastal vibe on a long stretch of sandy beach offering an undeniably dramatic backdrop. Entering either unit, there is no question what the focus will be during a stay here. Dramatic coastal views through walls of sliding glass doors draw guests out to the individual oceanside terraces, where dining and great conversation is bound to take place.
Aqualina Best View in Malibu by Stay Awhile Villas is a penthouse on Carbon Beach.
This lavish 2,500-square-foot dream is a masterpiece of elegant design. Enjoy stunning sunsets and opulent indulgences such as the private balcony and access to two miles of sandy beaches. Watch world-class waves break from your luxury home in Mussel Shoals - a mecca for pro surfers. Known as 'Queen of the Coast,' Rincon is highlighted by championship surf breaks and was recently ranked 24th Best Surf Spot in the World. Bring your fishing pole and catch sea bass right on the beach, or take a scenic bike ride along the coastal path. You're a short drive from Santa Barbara's boutique shops and world-class wineries. Downtown Ventura is also less than 20 minutes away.
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