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Mermaids Grotto on the Beach

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6966 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mermaids Grotto on the Beach

Stay at Mermaids Grotto, a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo directly on the beach, centrally-located to downtown Carpinteria. Mermaids Grotto is a beautifully updated condo, directly on the sand of Carpinteria State Beach. It is one of eight condos in the building and has beautiful mountain view’s. This small but incredible beach town has much to offer, but you’ll be tempted to just stay in and cozy up on the oversized couch and spend your days relaxing on the beach. Enjoy California living at its finest!

THE SPACE:
1ST BEDROOM-This bedroom has a queen sized bed with a dresser and a ceiling fan to keep you cool

2ND BEDROOM-The second bedroom has two full sized beds with an attached bathroom. The bathroom has a travertine standing shower with glass doors, a toilet and a sink. The closet in the bedroom has games, beach toys, and corn hole. This room also has a door that leads to the side alley way.

BATHROOMS-There are two bathrooms, one is attached to the second bedroom with the two beds. And the other is in the hallway next to the 1st bedroom. This bathroom has a travertine tub shower with glass door, a toilet and a sink. The bathrooms have Shampoo, Conditioner and Body Wash.

LIVING ROOM-Cosy up in the living room on the oversized L shape couch. There is a TV with the ability to stream Netflix and other streaming services. There are local magazines for you as well. The kitchen table that seats up to 6 people is in the living room.

THE KITCHEN-Cook up some delicious meals in this fully stocked kitchen with pots, pans, dishes, BBQ tools, and all your basic kitchen needs. We have two coffee pots, a drip coffee \and and Keurig for your coffee by the cup. Coffee pods are not provided but sometime there are left over pods available. The kitchen has a stainless less fridge, dishwasher and electric stove top and oven.

LAUNDRY-There is laundry in the hall closet. Detergent is not always provided but if it’s there, feel free to help yourself. The iron is located in the closet as well.
PARKING-You have two provided parking spots in the gated parking area. They are numbered #6. Guests are asked to park on the street.
PATIO-There is a shared patio with other units. There are two gas BBQs (they are hooked up to the building so no need to get propane) and picnic tables for you to use during your trip
WIFI/ENTERTAINMENT-The home is set up with high speed wifi. The router is located under the living room TV. The TV is set up with cable and is able to stream shows and movies from Netflix and other steaming services

BEACH GEAR-The house is located on the beach so we are happy to provide our guests with boogie boards, beach toys, beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers and towels for all your beach needs. We ask you do not leave any items on the beach and bring everything back on to the unit when you are not using.

FAQ
DO YOU ALLOW LUGGAGE DROP-OFF OR CAR PARKING FOR EARLY ARRIVALS OR LATE DEPARTURES?
No, we cannot be responsible for your personal belongings or have our cleaning crew interrupted while preparing the house.
HOW CLOSE IS THE BEACH?
The home is located directly on the sand of Carpinteria State Beach. This unit does not have an ocean view but is just down the hall from the sand.

CAN WE BRING PETS/ANIMALS?
Sorry we do not allow pets in the home. Our HOA does not allow us to accept pets. The owner has severe allergies to animals so unfortunately we cannot accept any animals in the home.
HOW FAR IS MERMAIDS GROTTO TO...
Santa Barbara: 15 minutes
Montecito: 8 min
Ventura: 20 min
-Ojai: 35 minutes
-Solvang: 60 min
Santa Ynez: 45 min
Malibu: 60 minutes
Downtown L.A.: 1.5-2 hours
-Santa Monica: 1.5 hours
-Disneyland: 2.5 hours
* Travel Times can vary depending on traffic*

DO YOU OFFER A CLEANING SERVICE?
Yes, we can schedule additional cleaning services for longer stays, at an added cost.
••••• HOUSE RULES••••
1. NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND-This includes cigarettes, cigars, vape pens, cannabis, etc-Throughout the entire property — indoor & outdoor areas, garage, and patio*Carpinteria is a non-smoking town and you can be ticketed.
2. NO PARTIES OR EVENTS
3. NO PHOTO/VIDEO SHOOTS without prior approval from Host.
4. MAXIMUM 6 OVERNIGHT GUESTS-This includes 2+ years-old kids
6. QUIET HOURS are 10 pm – 7 am Please be respectful of neighbors.
7. Please don’t rearrange the furniture.

If a violation is reported against any of the rules, or should we get any complaints from the HOA, guests: will be required to pay the fines may be asked to vacate the premises without refund for the remaining days of the scheduled stay.

Guest access-The entire unit is available to you, so please make yourself at home. Only a couple of things that are off limits:-The locked hall closet

Property manager

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 966 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off heater / AC
Please start a load of towels for our cleaners

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 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
Property Registration Number 14100450

About the area

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Carpinteria, CA

What's nearby

  • Carpinteria State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club - 5 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Rincon Beach Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Butterfly Beach - 11 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 7 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Rincon Alteno - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mermaids Grotto on the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mermaids Grotto on the Beach ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaids Grotto on the Beach ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mermaids Grotto on the Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Carpinteria condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Carpinteria State Beach and Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park. Tomol Interpretive Play Area and Friends of the Library Used Bookstore are also within 15 minutes. Carpinteria Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Mermaids Grotto on the Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Irma M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation spot!

Great location. Fun for the whole family!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The apartment was perfect for our family. Location is amazing right on the beach and you can walk to all the restaurants and shops, We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot on the beach

Clean and welcoming. Super easy process and the place was perfect for our family. No complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P., Albuquerque, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay in Carp

Place was very nice and the property is right on the beach. Neighborhood felt safe, gated assigned parking was nice, and was very close to everything in the town. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nigel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Steps from the dreamy beach that is Carp

Loved every bit of it. Wish I was there now.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

We had a great time here. Perfect location for our needs. Hopefully we can come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Page M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

We really enjoyed out stay, super easy, great parking, house was super clean. No beach views, but not necessary since it is right on the sand and spent all of our time on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Stay

Traveled to Santa Barbara for my son's soccer game and spent a short weekend here. Place was in a great spot right on the beach and walkable to many restaurants. Would definitely stay here again with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo in complex on beach but no view

Great condo ri nicely furnished and equipped. Complex is right in beach. Only downside is that this u it is in back and does not face beach. Good parking in site. Ery clean. Beach chairs on site.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mermaids Grotto

Great location, clean, neat and well maintained. Appreciate the extras available. Had a great time with the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and great location

The house was very clean and looked just like the pictures. It’s in a quiet town that has plenty of exploring to do but is close enough to drive to Santa Barbara as well. Overall, had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbeatable Location

Nice upper level condo on the beach with secure parking and within walking distance of downtown attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Place To Stay

Location speaks for itself, unbeatable! The house has nice furnishings and an abundance of amenities. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amity R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

On the beach!

We had a lovely time staying at this condo. The easy access to the beach made our beach outings effortless. Having dedicated parking was a huge relief.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week in Carp

The location is perfect. Thankful for the A/C cause we had s few hot days. The carpeting could use a cleaning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

On the beach

Nice clean property on the beach. Quiet. Easy to access.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

Great way to say hello to ‘22!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Escape

Our family of four (including a one year old and three year old) stayed really comfortably between the two bedrooms. The living room / dinning area has a great amount of space to hangout in. We had more family staying in another unit and we mostly hung out in this unit for meals and movie time with that big comfy couch!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you!

Thank you so much for hosting, your place is great! We may be back in June! Thank you so much, Karen
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was well-maintained, comfortable and attractive. The beach was right down the stairs, so we could go back to condo and right back to the beach. The beach was really spacious compared to other areas of Carpinteria. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy condo and great location

This was the perfect place to spend time with our family and take walks down the beach just steps from the door. Everything we needed was walking distance down the street, we enjoyed shopping and eating out just blocks away. There was an issue with the heater, the property managers were on it immediately and were as helpful as they possibly could to mage sure we were comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We really enjoyed the location and had it not been so foggy the whole time, we would’ve loved having the beach right out our door But no one tells you about all of the tar in the ocean and on the beach. Beware not to wear your favorite suit and be willing to scrub the tar off with baby oil. But that is no fault of the VRBO
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S., Knox, ND

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas at Mermaid’s Grotto

Mermaid’s Grotto was a great place to spent a few days over Christmas visiting Carpinteria family. The unit was very well equipped and clean. Best part was …. Out the door, down the steps, climb the berm and there was The beach and Pacific. Beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving tradition

For years my family has spent Thanksgiving in Carp. This was our first time staying at this property. Perfect location. Two dedicated gated parking spots. Condo was immaculate. Kitchen extremely well stocked with just about anything you could need. This Condo does not have a beach view or any dedicated outdoor space that is private. For our group this was not a problem as the kids are 6 and 10 and could run back and forth as needed from the beach. The couch is little marshmallow- y. Also wish there had been a bigger bed in the primary bedroom along with bunks, it would have better served our family but overall just a really great place for some quality family time. Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery P., Reno, United States

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Carpinteria - May 2023

Property is carpeted which leads to dampness in the ocean environment. Couch needs to be replaced. Bamboo chairs are torn. On a side note, the beach was horrible. I should have been told that the salt marsh was being pumped into the beach area making it a black mess and destroyed the beach retreat I was envisioning. The pumping has been going on for the past 2 and half months so this should have been on the web site as the surf was blackish and had an odor.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023