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Gated Oceanfront Villa | Private Beach Steps + Spa

House in Goleta, CA

8 guests·4 bedrooms·3 bathrooms
4.9 · 12 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Stunning cliffside beach access invites daily sunrise and sunset walks.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Ocean-view hot tub and wellness rituals redefine vacation relaxation.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Secluded Goleta coast, minutes to Santa Barbara without crowds.

Property details

A gated, clifftop oceanfront villa near Santa Barbara with private beach access, an ocean-view hot tub, and 180° Pacific views — sleeping 8 across 4 bedrooms at the end of a long private road. The gates swing open, the road narrows through gardens gathered from around the world, and then the Pacific takes over the entire horizon. This is the kind of address that almost never reaches the rental market: perched on the cliff's edge with only a handful of neighbors, a storybook flock of resident chickens, and — rarest of all — your own private staircase down to the sand, one of the last homes ever approved with this access. Arrive, exhale, and let the ocean set the schedule. THE SPACE. Two stories built around the view. The main level opens into a breezy open-concept kitchen, dining, and living space where glass doors swing wide to an expansive patio — 180 degrees of ocean, a long alfresco dining table, and a BBQ positioned for sunset grilling. Two queen bedrooms with a Jack-and-Jill bath and a convenient half bath complete the floor. Upstairs is pure retreat: a primary suite with king bed, private ocean-view patio, spa-style ensuite with soaking tub and rainfall shower, and a generous walk-in closet — plus a second king-quality queen suite with its own ensuite, walk-in closet, and sea-view patio. Below the main patio, lounge chairs and the cliff-edge jacuzzi wait for the day's final act: the sun melting into the water while you soak. WELLNESS HERE. Morning yoga to the sound of waves (mats provided), red light therapy for evening recovery, garden walks among worldly plantings, and that ocean-overlook hot tub — a nightly ritual you'll measure the trip by. The private beach steps mean cold-water plunges and sunrise walks are literally at the bottom of your stairs. THE LOCATION. A secluded stretch of the Goleta coast, minutes from Santa Barbara's beaches, trails, wineries, and downtown — with almost no neighbors in sight and the entire Pacific in front of you. DISCLOSURES: The garage is locked and reserved for owner use. The lower patio and beach access stairs are shared with our full-time resident neighbors next door. Please be respectful of shared spaces and observe quiet hours to help maintain the peaceful nature of the property. The backyard area located behind the neighboring home is private and reserved exclusively for the neighbors. Please do not enter or cross into this area. The home is located near the airport and within a flight path, so occasional aircraft noise may be heard. The property also features natural vegetation and a variety of local wildlife, so you may occasionally see or hear birds, insects, or other critters during your stay. THE CHOSEN DIFFERENCE — WELLNESS BUILT INTO EVERY STAY Chosen is Santa Barbara's wellness vacation rental company, and every stay begins before you unpack. You'll be welcomed with a curated arrival gift of wellness essentials and local favorites, wrapped in a custom Chosen tote that's yours to take home. Every home is prepared with high thread-count linens, premium bath products, and non-toxic cleaning protocols. . A stay like this isn't just booked — it's Chosen. . Cert # - 1016 Minimum age to book this property is : 21

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Hot tub

    Hot tub

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Fireplace

    Fireplace

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

Guest reviews

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Amber

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June 2026

Our stay here was everything we hoped for and more. The location is absolutely breathtaking, with a full ocean view that made every sunrise and sunset unforgettable. It was peaceful, private, and the perfect place to truly relax and unwind. Our family loved walking the beach every day. And the steps down to the water were sturdy and easily walkable even for my parents in their 70s. From sitting at on the deck, watching the sunset, or barbecuing, every moment felt special. The hosts were incredibly kind, welcoming, and responsive, making our entire experience seamless from start to finish. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and would absolutely love to return. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a beautiful, quiet beachfront getaway!

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Noah

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June 2026

Easy 5 star rating here! This is one of those places where the moment you walk in you know it's as awesome as the pictures make it seem. My three favorite parts were the views, being able to constantly hear the waves, and the beach access. As others have noted, there are a lot of stairs, so if anyone has mobility issues that could be difficult - but the stairs are super impressively constructed. While the beach isn't technically private, we spent most of our time down there and saw 1-2 people walk by each day. Other positives are the very well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and couches, and just an overall great layout for hanging out. You have your own private deck, and then there is a lower deck that is shared with the neighbors, but over the course of 5 nights they didn't use it one time. The neighbors are actually the parents of the woman who lives in this place when it's not rented. The mother, Patty, chatted with us from her deck for a few minutes and she is awesome!

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Kelsey

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September 2025

One of the most beautiful places we have stayed. The house was perfect and views were amazing. Quiet and peaceful. Perfect place to relax

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Shelby

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September 2025

We had an amazing stay in this beautiful house. The views were gorgeous and the house was great. It was so fun to have beach access, and we walked it almost every day. There’s also easy access to a crazy beautiful walk along the cliffs at More Mesa Beach. Thank you!!!

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 21

No smoking

No parties

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