Summerland is the only city on Santa Barbara’s south coast where one can go horseback riding, while simultaneously soaking in the expansive ocean views. While this alone is reason enough to visit, horses on the beach aren’t its only draw. This quintessential beach town is sandwiched between Santa Barbara proper and Carpinteria, home of California's Avocado Festival. Summerland boasts some of the county’s most beautiful beaches and unique shops, such as Botanika, Porch and The Sacred Space. Shop, browse, dine, and sample the local wine. It’s all good.