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Gillian's Cottage Room | Chosen Beach Collection

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A bedroom with a large bed, multiple windows, and a view of greenery outside.
A white building with a covered porch, a door, and a chimney.
A compact kitchen with a blue refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker on the countertop.
A tree with a large hole in its trunk, a bicycle, and a chair in a courtyard.
A patio with a wicker chair, a wooden table, and a bicycle.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$772
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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Summerland, CA
  • Place, Lookout Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Summerland Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Summerland

At this cottage you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Summerland Beach and Lookout Park. .Accommodation features free WiFi, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker. A fridge and a microwave make in-room dining convenient. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Lookout Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Summerland Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 10 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 11 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 13 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blenders in the Grass - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jeannine's American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Gillian's Cottage Room | Chosen Beach Collection

Welcome to Gillian’s Room — a charming hotel-style stay in beautiful Summerland, CA! This cozy unit is perfect for a quick coastal getaway, featuring a comfy queen bed, private full bathroom, and an easy kitchenette with a mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, plates & cups. Step outside to enjoy the shared outdoor patio, then explore downtown Summerland just minutes away for cafés, dining, and local shops. Ocean views are right around the corner!

Enter from the parking lot side, where beautiful vines wrap the exterior and set the tone for a charming coastal stay. Inside you’ll find a comfy queen bed, a private full bathroom, and a convenient kitchenette stocked with a mini fridge, microwave, and coffee setup, plus plates and cups for easy meals and morning pick-me-ups.

Step outside to enjoy the shared outdoor patio, perfect for sipping coffee and relaxing after a beach day. We also provide complimentary bottled water upon entry and coffee to help you feel right at home from the moment you arrive.

Disclosures: Please note this unit shares one wall with another tenant and sits near the road, so you may hear some outside noise at times.

Pet rules:
- Pets must stay off furniture, use restroom outside, and not be left alone in the unit. Violations or damages may result in a fee.
- 1 dog welcome (no other animals without prior host approval)

Notes
- Enter on the parking lot side of the unit (see photos)

Summerland is a laid-back seaside town just south of Santa Barbara, known for its charming cafés, boutique shops, and stunning coastline. Everything here feels slow and relaxed—morning walks to the beach, sunset ocean views, and friendly local spots around every corner. It’s the perfect place to unwind while still being just a few minutes from Montecito and Santa Barbara’s dining, wine tasting, and coastal adventures.

*This is a Driftwood Club location with VIP Perks - please see website for details!
Please treat this home as if it`s your own :) This is a family home and neighborhood, and our neighbors kindly allow us to list the property as a vacation rental. With that, we ask all of our guests to adhere to our house rules for their stay.

HOUSE RULES
Quiet hours - 9pm - 8am - this is strictly enforced in Summerland
No parties, events or smoking allowed
Pets - please clean up after your furry friends and we kindly ask no pets on the furniture!
Trash Day is Friday mornings and Gardeners come by every other Friday in the mornings

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 484-H

Property is also known as

1061986

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Gillian's Cottage Room | Chosen Beach Collection?

Yep, Gillian's Cottage Room | Chosen Beach Collection is a short 15-minute walk from Summerland Beach.

How much does it cost to stay at Gillian's Cottage Room | Chosen Beach Collection?

As of 10 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gillian's Cottage Room | Chosen Beach Collection on 17 Aug 2026 start from NZ$772, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gillian's Cottage Room | Chosen Beach Collection have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gillian's Cottage Room | Chosen Beach Collection?

No, Gillian's Cottage Room | Chosen Beach Collection does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gillian's Cottage Room | Chosen Beach Collection?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Gillian's Cottage Room | Chosen Beach Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay!

Great location, cozy vibes!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lindsay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little spot!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Antoinette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gillian's Cottage is great for a short stay. The host was great to communicate with and answered all questions or concerns. The place was clean and cozy. Unknown to the host at the time, the coffee pot did not work, so missed early habit of coffee first thing in the morning. Other than that, all was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Eric S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall: Not a good experience. Poor Quality.Doorframes were crooked which led to drafts in the room. Didn't advertise poor construction of room either. For over 200 a night, I felt my value could have been better spent at a motel 6. Towels had stains and the bed was semi dirty. Lots of pill bugs wandering the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

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

Quiet little getaway

Cozy on the slightly cramped side. Ok for a quiet getaway not too far from the ocean. Check tide charts if you plan on enjoying the beach. Great host with excellent communication.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Nice Retreat!

We enjoyed our time in Gillian's Room. The location was very good for us and we liked walking around the quaint village of Summerland. Aidan was super helpful and with timely communication.
Stayed 26 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Summerland Getaway

This cute cottage holds true to the description & gave us everything we were looking for! Location can’t be beat; walking distance to shops, park & beach. Cleanliness & details matter in a stay away from home and nothing was overlooked. Thank you Aiden for keeping us informed! We look forward to visiting again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Martha S.

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

Quiet neighborhood up on a hill but in need of alittle TLC.

Tiny place. Kitchen and bath barely enough room to turn around in. I had difficulties with a couple of temporary problems: No chair to sit on - anywhere (landlord says it was out for repairs - but still... a temporary arrangement would have helped since nowhere to sit while putting on my shoes). Large heavy packages had been delivered... blocked the single small parking place..,too heavy for me to move much. Challenging to park. Told landlord, but nothing was done. Kitchen has no water supply. No directions for operating coffee maker and everthing in kitchen set up for very tall person (which I am not). Suggest landlord be at least a little attentive to guest needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Noah V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025