Here's Travel for Kids updated list of best family beach rentals in and around Santa Barbara, all styles and price ranges, and close to the beach.

A house or condo rental has lots of advantages for families – a full kitchen and refrigerator, so you don't need to eat all your meals in restaurants, room to spread out all your stuff, beach towels, boogie boards, washer and dryer, and more. Rental policies can change, however, so be sure to check at the time you make your reservation to be sure your desired family amenities are still available.

• Juniper Cottage – Three bedroom home, king beds in two bedrooms, two twin beds in third bedroom (sleep 6); two baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; highchair, travel crib; enclosed backyard, patio with outdoor dining, gas barbeque; washer and dryer; air conditioning; beach chairs, towels and umbrellas, toys; garage parking; two blocks to the beach.
• Tropical Beach Paradise– Three bedroom home, king bed in two bedrooms, queen bed in third bedroom, queen sofa bed in living area (sleep 8); two baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; washer and dryer; portable crib highchair; air conditioning; patio with outdoor dining, gas barbeque and outdoor kitchen, fire pit, jacuzzi; beach, chairs, umbrella, towels, boogie boards, bikes to borrow; walk to Shoreline Park with playground and to the beach.
• West Beach Village 5 & 6– Four bedroom home, two bedrooms downstairs with king beds, two bedrooms upstairs with king beds (sleep 8), four baths; two kitchens with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining areas; two portable cribs and highchairs, children's dishes and utensils; washer and dryer; air conditioning; patio with outdoor dining, gas barbeques; garage parking; walk to beach, close to restaurants and cafes.
• 100 Steps to Shoreline Park– Three bedroom home, king bed in one bedroom, queen bed in second bedroom, twin sofa bed in third bedroom (sleep 4); one bath; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; washer and dryer; patio with outdoor dining, gas barbeque; beach chairs and towels, bikes to borrow; convenient to Mesa Center supermarket, restaurants; minutes away from Shoreline Park with grass and children's playground, steps to the beach.
• Modern Beach House – Four bedroom home, king bed in three bedrooms, queen bed in fourth bedroom (sleep 10); three baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; portable crib, highchair, children's dinnerware; washer and dryer; air conditioning; patio with outdoor dining; gas barbeque, fire pit, jacuzzi; Shoreline Park with children's playground is across the street, steps to the beach.
• Best Santa Barbara Location – Two bedroom apartment, king bed in one bedroom, two twin beds in second bedroom, sofa bed in living area (sleep 6); one bath; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave; living and dining area (dining table seats 10); washer and dryer; portable crib; one block from the beach, close to restaurants
• Casa Costera – Two bedroom home, king beds in bedrooms, queen sofa bed and twin rollaway bed in media room (sleep 7); two and half baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; high chair; washer and dryer; patio with outdoor dining, barbeque, fire pit; air conditioning; house is across from Shoreline Park and the beach.
• Beach Haven – Five bedroom home, king bed in two bedrooms, two bedrooms have queen beds, one bedroom with two double beds (sleep 9); three baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; air conditioning; washer and dryer; grass and outdoor dining; gas barbeque; in garage, air hockey and wagon for beach towels and chairs; playground across the street, walk to the beach.
• Walk to the Beach – Three bedroom home, king bed in two bedrooms, quen bed in third bedroom (sleep 6); two baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; washer and dryer; portable crib, toys, children's dinnerware; air conditioning; patio with charcoal barbeque, enclosed yard; two blocks from the beach.
• Luxury West Beach Getaway – Two bedroom townhouse, king bed in one bedroom, twin bed in second bedroom, sofa bed in living area (sleep 4); one bath; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; portable crib, children's dinnerware; air conditioning; washer and dryer; parking; restaurants, cafes close by; walk to the beach and Stearns Wharf.
Carpinteria

Tip: Carpinteria, a short distance from central Santa Barbara, is a beachtown with miles of sandy beach, relaxed downtown with restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, ice cream

"Carpinteria has been my family’s go to beach destination for decades. Love the small town vibe and excellent swimming beach."

• Seahorse Retreat Beachfront – Six bedroom beachfront home (two connected units), king bed in two bedrooms; four bedrooms have two twin beds (sleep 12); four baths; two fully equipped kitchens with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining areas; washer and dryers; portable crib, highchair, children's books, board games; deck with two outdoor dining tables (each table seats 6); boogie boards; convenient to downtown; walk out onto the beach.
• Cozy Beach Cottage – Three bedroom home, queen bed in one bedroom, second bedroom has double bed and two twin beds, den with twin futon (sleep 4); one bath, two half baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; washer and dryer; enclosed yard, outdoor play area; gas barbeque; restaurant close by; beach towels; walk to the beach.
• Cottage Retreat by the Sea – Two bedroom home, bedroom has queen bed, second bedroom bunk beds with double bed and twin bed (sleep 5); one bath; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; washer and dryer; patio with outdoor dining, charcoal barbeque; bikes to borrow; beach chairs, towels, toys, boogie boards, cooler; walk to the beach.
• Mermaid's Grotto – Two bedroom condo, queen bed in one bedroom, two double beds in second bedroom (sleep 6); two baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave; living and dining area (dining table seats 6); air conditioning; washer and dryer; common area has picnic tables and gas barbeque; boogie boards, beach toys, beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers and towels; condo is located right on the beach.
• Right on the Beach – Four bedroom home, queen bed in two bedrooms, third bedroom has four twin beds (sleep 8); two baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave; living and dining area; portable crib, highchair, baby gate, children's dinnerware, toys and books; washer and dryer; deck with picnic table, gas barbeque; walk out onto the beach.
• Stay at the Beach – Two bedroom condo, each bedroom has a queen bed (sleep 4); one bath; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave; living and dining area; deck with outdoor dining, gas barbeque; washer and dryer; swimming pool, jacuzzi in the complex; beach is across the street
• Beautiful Family Townhome – Three bedroom townhouse, queen bed in two bedrooms, two twin beds in third bedroom (sleep 6); two baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; washer and dryer; charcoal barbeque; jacuzzi; fenced front yard; beach chairs, sand toys; walking distance to downtown and beach.
• Carpinteria Shores – Two bedroom condo, king bed in bedroom, two twin beds in second bedroom, sofa bed in living area (sleep 6); one bath; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave; living and dining area; washer and dryer; common area picnic tables and gas barbeques; boogie boards; walk to cafes, markets, restaurants; condo is located at the beach.
• Charming Carpinteria Family Beach House – Three bedroom home, king bed in one bedroom, second bedroom has four twin beds, queen bed in third bedroom (sleep 8); two baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area (dining table seats 8); washer and dryer; patio with outdoor dining, gas barbeque; close to downtown, two blocks to beach.
• Chic 2 Bedroom Condo – Two bedroom condo, king bed in one bedroom, queen bed in second bedroom (sleep 4); one bath; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; washer and dryer; portable crib, children's dinnerware, toys; outdoor tables, gas barbeque and swimming pool in the complex; walk across the street to the beach.
• Dolphin's Cove – Three bedroom home, king bed in one bedroom, queen bed in second bedroom, twin bunk beds in third bedroom (sleep 6); two bathrooms; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave; living and dining area; washer and dryer; patio with outdoor dining, gas barbeque, shuffle board; walk across to the beach.
• The Carpinteria Way – Three bedroom home, king bed in one bedroom, queen bed in second bedroom, third bedroom has two twin beds (sleep 6); one bath; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; highchair, portable crib, children's dinnerware, toys and books; washer and dryer; patio with outdoor dining, gas barbeque, fire pit; fenced yard with Cornhole and Yard Yahzee games; beach chairs, umbrella, beach toys; beach is one block away.
• Beautiful Carpinteria Home – Five bedroom home, king bed and twin bed, queen bed, double futon, twin bed, three twin bunk beds (sleep 10); three baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area (dining table seats 10); washer and dryer; highchair, children's games; patio and backyard; convenient to downtown and beaches.
• Relaxed Bungalow – Three bedrooms, king bed in one bedroom, queen bed in second bedroom, double bed in third bedroom (sleep 6); two baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; fenced yard, barbeque; beach chairs and towels; walking distance to restaurants and markets.
• 4 Homes to the Beach – Three bedroom home, king bed in one bedroom, queen bed in two bedrooms, double sofa bed and queen bed in living area (sleep 8); three baths; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher; living and dining area; washer and dryer; deck with outdoor dining; backard patio gas barbeque, fire pit; walk to the beach.