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Santa Barbara vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 257 per night before taxes and fees

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100 of Santa Barbara vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Santa Barbara rentals

4.9 Average rating
Santa Barbara stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

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Santa Barbara's top spots, include Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Bowl, and Paseo Nuevo
Top-rated guesthouse rentals in Santa Barbara
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Nature meets Luxury
If you're looking for the ultimate escape, you have found your special place. Nestled in a peaceful canyon just west of downtown Ojai, our one-bedroom cabin brings together nature and luxury. Feel yourself unwind as you take in the stunning views of the surrounding mountains and river basin, and relax in a modern custom-built cabin that offers everything you need. UPDATE JANUARY 2025: We have installed a new Starlink internet system at the unit, ensuring reliable, uninterrupted high-speed Wifi.

Mountain Cottage- Santa Barbara/Santa Ynez- w/Spa
Nestle into nature in a cozy cottage in the mountains between the beaches of Santa Barbara & foodie filled wine region, Santa Ynez Valley. (About 30 minutes to each) Sweet private space for 1-2 guests with a luxurious king bed, equipped kitchenette with counter seating, hot tub under the oak trees, outdoor deck for evening sips surrounded by mossy boulders and a star studded sky. Enjoy the neighborhood’s ocean and mountain views, explore nearby hikes, savor local wine, and dine out well!

Tiny Cottage in the Oaks, Midtown Santa Barbara
Enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Barbara minutes from beaches, attractions and wining/dining. This tiny Cottage offers a peaceful and private getaway with a lovely mountain view deck shaded by oaks. Located a ten minute drive from downtown and less to several beaches, UCSB, and the airport. NOTE: The Cottage is TINY and simply appointed. Perfect for a solo traveler or cozy couple with a double (not queen) bed, mini kitchen and living room. Access requires climbing stone steps pictured.

Petite Retreat; Artist Studio
Our detached Spanish-style artist’s studio is within a 3 to 15 minute walk of all the best restaurants and shops in the lower Village of Montecito. It is an easy four block walk from the patio to beautiful Butterfly Beach. It is cozy, private and has a fabulous, hot, outside shower ! (Note; this shower is the only shower for the studio). Gaze at the stars while rinsing off the sand ! The studio space is small, and cozy, warm radiant concrete floors can be turned on in the chillier months.

The Beach Loft- Private, Remodeled, Walkable!
This newly remodeled guest house is located in the coveted Montecito Oaks neighborhood. This ideal location is walking distance to many popular spots in Montecito; Coast Village Road the Rosewood Miramar Hotel, Butterfly Beach. This home has an upstairs loft with one king bed and downstairs includes a queen size pull out couch. The house has a gated private entrance, keypad locked front door, and your own fenced in yard and patio. Outdoor Amenities- Fire Pit, Ping Pong, Corn Hole

Summerland Studio. Steps to downtown and beach.
We are located one block from restaurants, Red Kettle Coffee, shopping & the beach. Our STUDIO is furnished with a queen bed and sofa bed (full), bath w claw foot tub and ocean view deck, TV, & off-street parking. Dog friendly! Provided: Linens Towels (Shower & Beach) Coffee maker (k-pods incl) Microwave only (NO stove/oven) Refrigerator Surfboard Boogie Boards Kids Wetsuits Beach Toys Ear Plugs - Summerland has great views but there is freeway noise Pet Fee ($75)

Cozy Stone Cottage
Our property is a collection of former out-buildings for the Glendessary Manor estate of poet and composer, Robert Cameron Rogers. The Cozy Stone Cottage was originally a pump house for the beautiful water tower which you can see from the front garden. You’ll love its rustic atmosphere and the warm cozy feeling of The Stone Cottage, separate bedroom, small gas fireplace stove, and sweet patio to sit and relax or eat a meal. Come enjoy this wonderful retreat!

The Coconut
BEST LOCATION and private! In the heart of the lower village of Montecito you have a stylish separate cottage with private gated parking with a separate entrance. Walk everywhere! Play bocce or walk and shop at the Montecito Country Mart for dinner and ice cream. There is a private patio to enjoy a glass of wine in the evening. Butterfly Beach is a 10-minute walk away. New bed, spacious bathroom, AC and heat, large TV and updates.

Beach Heaven
Feel at home the minute you arrive. Located off street in one of the most desirable Santa Barbara neighborhoods on "the Mesa". Just minutes from the steps down to the beach and Shoreline Park overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Santa Cruz Island. Shopping and dining within walking distance. Take off your shoes, relax, enjoy the stars. The sunny, private and spacious patio is perfect for relaxing, barbecuing and Al fresco dining.

Private Attached Studio Near Beach 2
Attached studio dedicated to guests only. Studio features: Private entrance, private parking, private bathroom , small fridge, coffee machine , tea pot, toaster and microwave. We are close to the beach, Cottage hospital, UCSB, Zodos Bowling, and many other local sites and restaurants. Our goal is to create the perfect environment for solo travelers, families and couples, etc.

Private Guest House - Walk to Beach & Rosewood
A beautifully remodeled, fully private guest house on a gated property in the heart of Montecito — a short walk to the Rosewood Miramar, Coast Village Road, and Miramar Beach (about 10 minutes on foot, including a freeway underpass). Ideal for couples, families, or longer stays. Follow @palmcottagesb for updates and discover everything this serene retreat has to offer!

Montecito Miramar Beach Cottage
Stay at Montecito’s favorite beach. Quiet and comfortable one bedroom cottage with everything you need - king bed, full kitchen and bath (glass shower-no tub), spacious living room and private garden patio. The cottage is conveniently located just one block away from the beach or the Rosewood Miramar hotel and just minutes to Coast Village Road for dining and shopping.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara guesthouse rentals
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Views along the Malibu, private, tiny-guesthouse

Comfy Bed/Private/Patio/Secure/Smoke Free

Beautiful Studio -Beach & Garden

Walk to Miramar beach - Serene Montecito studio.

Rustic retreat

Rustic Ranch Retreat: Guesthouse with Nature Views

Two Goat farm in Malibu Mountains, Cozy & Charming

Casita Solstice
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Cozy Beach Cottage 7 min walk to the Sea & UCSB!

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Santa Barbara Casita

Adorable Cabana with hot tub

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Coastal Private Guest House on 1 Acre.

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Tony’s Place - King, air conditioned, Private

Montecito Farmhouse Retreat

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La Petite Maison

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Artists' retreat with views of surf and sunset.

THE VENTURA COTTAGE - Charming Studio in Midtown

Tuscan Villa Guest House
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 573 | ﺩ.ﺇ 599 | ﺩ.ﺇ 584 | ﺩ.ﺇ 617 | ﺩ.ﺇ 665 | ﺩ.ﺇ 661 | ﺩ.ﺇ 716 | ﺩ.ﺇ 665 | ﺩ.ﺇ 639 | ﺩ.ﺇ 654 | ﺩ.ﺇ 632 | ﺩ.ﺇ 602 |
| Avg. temp | 13°C | 13°C | 14°C | 14°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C | 19°C | 18°C | 18°C | 15°C | 13°C |
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