El Montecito Verde, Walk to Beach/Shops, Mtn Views

Where ocean air mingles with the scent of blooming bougainvillea and evenings hum with the charm of nearby cafés, this luxury Montecito vacation rental offers a rare blend of privacy and proximity. El Montecito Verde #1002 is more than a home; it’s a private garden retreat just moments from the iconic Montecito oceanfront pathway and the coveted charm of Coast Village Road. Whether it’s a morning espresso from a favorite bakery, an afternoon of boutique shopping, or an evening stroll along the sea, this location places you in the heart of Montecito’s most enchanting lifestyle.
Set within an exclusive enclave of just ten freestanding cottages, this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom residence offers approximately 1,608 square feet of refined interior space, two private walled garden patios totaling over 630 square feet, and a 436 square foot two-car garage with a dedicated EV charger. Inside, every finish tells a story of craftsmanship: from the solid oak parquet flooring to the soft-close birch cabinetry and Taj Mahal quartzite waterfall countertops in the fully reimagined kitchen. Bosch and Samsung paneled appliances elevate form and function, while natural gas fireplaces in both the living room and primary suite invite warmth and ambiance.
Throughout the residence, three-quarter-inch solid oak parquet flooring adds richness and warmth, a tactile reminder of the craftsmanship rarely found in today’s homes. The open floor plan flows seamlessly from the kitchen into the light-filled living and dining areas, designed for effortless entertaining or peaceful solitude. Upstairs, both bedrooms offer pastoral garden and panoramic mountain views, each with luxuriously updated en-suite bathrooms featuring heated mosaic marble floors, 1/2-inch ultra-clear non-iron glass walk-in showers, and polished chrome Grohe fixtures. The closets are adorned with custom doors inlaid with natural flowers and palm fronds, created by 3-Form Design Studios.
Few places offer such seamless access to Montecito’s most treasured experiences, and fewer still do so with the quiet elegance of El Montecito Verde #1002. A short stroll places you at the heart of Coast Village Road, where renowned boutiques like Johnny Was and James Perse sit alongside fine dining destinations curated by LA’s top restaurateurs.The new exclusive ‘Post Montecito’ dining and shopping enclave is a very short stroll as well!
On the horizon, the Biltmore Four Seasons Montecito is set to reopen with a Nobu restaurant and Bouchon Bakery, while Thomas Keller’s Coral Casino project is taking shape just across the street, all moments from your door via pastoral pedestrian pathways. Residents of El Montecito Verde enjoy access to a gated, heated 8.5-foot-deep pool and spa, fruit-laden trees, and peaceful garden paths lined with teak benches.
Whether you're seeking a refined long-term escape or a luxury Montecito vacation rental with unmatched proximity to the platinum coast, El Montecito Verde #1002 is a rare opportunity to experience the very best of Montecito. This is more than a getaway; it's an invitation to live beautifully, with the best of Santa Barbara at your feet.