We've stayed here before and it was just as lovely as the first time. Feels like staying at yourbown homr except that it's probably cleaner;) great location, close to restaurants and shops. We are coming again!

Excellent location, wonderful Victorian centrally located, just across the street from Lucky Llama Coffee House (one of the best in town) and one block from the main street that leads to beach. Just a great experience all the way around.

I was disappointed with the wall heating unit….it worked the first night but not the second. It was cold and I was not going to call for assistance at midnight.

Had to reschedule twice due to family circumstances but was able to do so easily, and this trip was worth the wait. Short walk to the beach and local food and coffee. Fabulous restaurants between Carpenteria and Santa Barbara! Wine/brew and live music and just a great time connecting with family.

My family and I had a great time. The place was clean, the king size bed was ver comfortable, we have zero complains about it.

Loved our time in Carpinteria. Location and home fantastic. Had everything we needed for a beach visit.

Great location! Short walk to the beach. Shops and great restaurants are all within walking distance. Jana is a wonderful host, who’s thought of everything you might need or want while staying here. Don’t pass this gem up.

Excellent location! Short walk to everything- beach, restaurants, coffee, gift shops, groceries, etc. Home was roomy, well stocked, and comfortable.

Great location! Short walk to the beach. Shops and great restaurants are all within walking distance. Jana is a wonderful host, who’s thought of everything you might need or want while staying here. Don’t pass this gem up.

Our stay was perfect. Location was perfect, the place was cozy and clean. We loved the Castro House

Excellent location! Short walk to everything- beach, restaurants, coffee, gift shops, groceries, etc. Home was roomy, well stocked, and comfortable.

Our stay was perfect. Location was perfect, the place was cozy and clean. We loved the Castro House

relaxing, comfortable stay

Carpinteria is our new favorite place to visit. And the Castro house was a great place to stay. Strategically located close enough to town to walk to anything you needed as well as to the beach. We would definitely stay there again. And so should you!

We just returned from a 10 day stay in this hidden gem of a beach town. Jana was a wonderful host and made sure we had everything we needed. She also owns the shop on the premises, so was readily available. Location, location, location. This quaint and quirky beach house is close to everything! We loved the walkability of the city. Great restaurants, beautiful beaches. There’s even a seal sanctuary within walking distance. No AC, so windows must be kept open when over 70. During our stay, temps soared into the mid-80’s, so our upstairs apt was quite toasty. Fans were provided and helped quite a bit, but it was still hot. Jana and her husband are planning a remodel of this cute apartment in the future. Restaurant recommendations: Giannfranco,s (eat in the garden), Nutbelly (great thin crust pizza), Teddy’s By the Sea, and so Padaro Beach Grill (up the road a mile or two). We can’t wait to come back to Carpinteria!

relaxing, comfortable stay

Carpinteria is our new favorite place to visit. And the Castro house was a great place to stay. Strategically located close enough to town to walk to anything you needed as well as to the beach. We would definitely stay there again. And so should you!

Overall we loved the Castro house. It is a very old house (1908?), with the charm and quirks that accompany homes of this era. Some parts have been remodeled, such as the kitchen and bathroom. Being upstairs, it can get pretty warm though, even on days in the 60s. Many windows do not open because the wood is old, and swells, and most windows do not have screens. The owner, Jana, who was super friendly and helpful, said they are planning a remodel. The location is excellent. A block from downtown, and about a mile walk to beach.

Overall we loved the Castro house. It is a very old house (1908?), with the charm and quirks that accompany homes of this era. Some parts have been remodeled, such as the kitchen and bathroom. Being upstairs, it can get pretty warm though, even on days in the 60s. Many windows do not open because the wood is old, and swells, and most windows do not have screens. The owner, Jana, who was super friendly and helpful, said they are planning a remodel. The location is excellent. A block from downtown, and about a mile walk to beach.

Great area

Great area

When we opened the door upon arrival we were shocked by how old/musty the place smelled, but since we had prepaid we opened all of the windows that we could and kept them open during our stay which meant that all street noise came right in. Also, if you are going to have an event on the property during a stay you might let the renter know when they book so that they can decide if they do want to stay there.

When we opened the door upon arrival we were shocked by how old/musty the place smelled, but since we had prepaid we opened all of the windows that we could and kept them open during our stay which meant that all street noise came right in. Also, if you are going to have an event on the property during a stay you might let the renter know when they book so that they can decide if they do want to stay there.

This is one of the cutest accommodations that I have stayed at. Clean, cute, phenomenal location and absolutely lovely!!

This is one of the cutest accommodations that I have stayed at. Clean, cute, phenomenal location and absolutely lovely!!

This one-bedroom apartment has architectural interest and lovely decor. It is well-maintained and equipped. It's location is walking distance to anything you want to do in Carpinteria. The host is helpful and communicative. A great place to stay!

This one-bedroom apartment has architectural interest and lovely decor. It is well-maintained and equipped. It's location is walking distance to anything you want to do in Carpinteria. The host is helpful and communicative. A great place to stay!

Great place for a little getaway! Right downtown and a good home base for excursions!

Love this charming little restored apartment and being so close to downtown Carp and the beach!

Great place for a little getaway! Right downtown and a good home base for excursions!

Love this charming little restored apartment and being so close to downtown Carp and the beach!

Very easy to walk to restaurants and shops. We didn't mind a 5 minute drive to beach parking. The unit was clean and was renovated enough but needs a lot of work relative to patching nail holes, correcting peeling paint, scuff marks. Garbage disposal didn't work, kitchen sink soap dispenser not in service. Window cranks need updating. Cables draped on roof.