Malibu to Santa Barbara

The south facing coast, where the houses stand on the sand and the mountains come down behind them.

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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.

StateCA
Peak seasonJune to October
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Beachfront Oasis with Spa and Stunning Ocean Views - Luxurious Coastal Retreat
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Beachfront Oasis with Spa and Stunning Ocean Views - Luxurious Coastal Retreat

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7 bedroom sleeps 10 about $4351 a night

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.

Oceanfront Escape with Dual Units - Stunning Beachfront Haven
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Oceanfront Escape with Dual Units - Stunning Beachfront Haven

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6 bedroom sleeps 12 about $1692 a night

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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