A crowded summer day on Avila Beach, with swimmers, bodyboards and a surf lesson in the water

The Sea Barn

Swimsuits, surf wear and beach gear on the promenade, with board and wetsuit rentals.

Summer beach day
Where
444 Front St, on the promenade
Sells
Swimwear, surf clothing, sandals, sunglasses, beach gear
Rents
Bodyboards, wetsuits and beach gear
Sister stores
BeachComber Bill's, Footseas, Hula Hut

The Sea Barn is the swimwear and surf shop on the promenade, at 444 Front Street. It's part of a small family of Front Street shops that also includes BeachComber Bill's, Footseas and Hula Hut.

What's in the shop

Swimsuits are the big draw, for women, men and kids, along with surf-brand clothing, sandals and sunglasses. You'll also find Avila Beach T-shirts and sweatshirts, beach towels, backpack chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, skimboards, sunscreen and sand toys.

Rentals

The Sea Barn rents bodyboards and wetsuits from the shop, and runs Sea Barn Beach Rentals for other gear. For bikes, kayaks and everything else you can rent in town, see Things to Rent.

Head across the promenade to the sand at Avila Beach, or see the rest of the shops on Shopping.

Local tips

  • Forgot your swimsuit? The Sea Barn is known for its big swimwear selection.
  • Rent a wetsuit here if you plan to bodyboard or stay in the water for a while.
  • Ask about Sea Barn Beach Rentals if you need chairs or an umbrella for the day.

Frequently asked questions

Can I rent a wetsuit in Avila Beach?

Yes. The Sea Barn rents wetsuits and bodyboards from its shop on Front Street.

Where can I buy a swimsuit in Avila Beach?

The Sea Barn, at 444 Front Street, carries swimwear for women, men and kids.

Is The Sea Barn a surf shop?

It sells surf clothing, sandals, boogie boards and skimboards, and rents boards and wetsuits. For surfboard rentals and lessons, also see Avila Beach Surf Shop.

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