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Mesa Casita | walk to the beach
Discover coastal living at Mesa Casita, steps from the bluffs at Douglas Preserve and the pristine Mesa Lane Beach. This 3-bed, 2-bath home has been recently renovated with an open floor plan, top-grade finishes , and a spacious backyard. Enjoy a detached office studio with high-speed internet, relax on the private patio, or wind down by the backyard fire pit. Additional amenities include an outdoor shower, home gym, laundry, Sonos sound system, large flat-screen TV with Netflix, and EV charger.

Shoreline Retreat - newly renovated, walk to beach
Shoreline Retreat is your newly renovated Santa Barbara getaway, just a 6-minute walk to the beach. This breathtaking home features a gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, an open floor plan, and 9-ft bifold glass doors that disappear in the living room for California indoor/outdoor living. Step outside to a private oasis complete with hot tub, fire pit and beautiful landscaping. Just minutes away from the beach, ocean and walking paths -- this is Santa Barbara beach living at its finest.

Cozy House King Size Bed DownTwn
Enjoy a stylish experience offering one bedroom, one bathroom with King Size Bed and surrounding patios. Private parking space for up to 2 vehicles in our private drive way. Centrally located near Down Town and among many local restaurants, bakeries and breweries. Small pets may be considered. Private front, side and back patios. House offers AC units for cold and hot air to make the ambiance to your desired temperature. We have the Highest WIFI available in the market. Great couples getaway!

Beach retreat for families and dogs, EV charger!
Modern, completely restored vacation haven with all new furnishings. Amazing art , of the moment furniture, and luxury bedding curated by a 25 time SuperHost to satisfy the most discerning traveler, Walking distance to both Mesa Lane Beach and Hendry's beach. Steps away from the the Douglas Family Preserve with 3 miles of ocean side hiking trails. At the end of a peaceful cul de sac, a quiet haven free of cars; super safe for kids! Furnished with everything you need for an amazing vacation!

Studio, Quiet, private Entry, Room, Bath,PatioUCSB
Vacay Relax Studio Microwave.Private Entrance, bath/mini fridge-5 to UCSB and beaches/stores! Private Bathroom. Walkable. Pickleball.Your room is in the end of our home, separated from ours. Private Entrance, private room&bath, studio, Mini Fridge, outdoor patio w/furniture. 2 minutes drive to Calle Real Shopping Center, 5 minutes to the Lake Los Carneros and 15 to Santa Barbara. A beautiful big window for light. Coffee pot or electric tea pot. Dishes, and glassware. Laundry $15. A load.

Boho Hacienda with backyard - pet friendly!
This dreamy, boho Spanish-style house is perfectly located just 1 mile from State Street and the beach. The unit is on a duplex with a private entrance, gated backyard with a bbq and gorgeous dining area, full kitchen, and beautifully remodeled bathroom. The bright and airy bedroom features a queen sized bed and dedicated workspace. The couch in the living room can be converted to a full-sized bed. Pet friendly ($20 per pet per night!) 1 off street parking space is available in the driveway.

Dreamy Beach Cottage Spa and Sauna~ Walk to Beach
Newly remodeled Beach Cottage with hot tub just 2 blocks from the sand! This adorable 1 bed/1bath private home boasts incredible outdoor spaces with Spa & Sauna. Located just .2 miles (5 minutes walking distance) from Leadbetter Beach & Shoreline Park. Enjoy the expansive private deck w/ outdoor dining, smart TV's, abundant amenities, & the newly remodeled kitchen. Located just minutes to trails, wine tasting & downtown Santa Barbara. Pet friendly ($125 pet fee). The perfect coastal get-away!

Spacious Home Near Downtown and SB Mission
Near Santa Barbara Mission, 2 miles from SB Downtown & 3 miles from SB beach. Located in a quiet, residential neighborhood, this home has 4 bedrooms (3 upstairs and 1 downstairs) and 2 bathrooms (1 upstairs and 1 downstairs). This is the BACK HOUSE on a property of 2 independent houses and a side studio, they do not share main walls, only driveway as an easement. Perfect home to experience the local SB living while minutes away from everything! PET FRIENDLY but ALL PETS MUST BE APPROVED.

Montecito 2br Retreat
We're excited to welcome you to our rental that is a beautiful 2 bedroom - 2 bath located just a couple minutes walk from Butterfly Beach and Coast Village Road. Enjoy the avocado, lime, meyer lemon, orange and fig trees in the fenced yard. We encourage you enjoy any ripe fruit during your stay. Traveling with kiddos? We've got you covered with a pack & play, high chair, beach toys, kiddo plates/utensils, books & art supplies. We look forward to hosting your next stay in Montecito.

The Captain's Cottage on Shoreline Drive
The Captain's Cottage exemplifies the California beach lifestyle at its finest. Tastefully remodeled and situated on its own private grounds, the cottage sits across the street from one of Santa Barbara's best beaches. With a tropical garden setting, modern amenities, and convenient proximity to the beach and Santa Barbara's State Street, a getaway at The Captain's Cottage is the quintessential Santa Barbara beachside experience.

Shoreline Escape
Drink in the view of the sunset over the Channel Islands in this beach bungalow centrally located atop the beloved Mesa in downtown in Santa Barbara. This newly renovated home sits on Shoreline Drive, directly across from the playground at the popular Shoreline Park. Minutes away from the Santa Barbara harbor, Funk Zone, and State Street, this home provides the perfect location for your beach escape with your family and friends.

Sunlit Montecito Studio • Cozy Retreat with Patio
Step Into the Montecito Studio Casita of Your Dreams Welcome to your ideal Montecito getaway—a charming, cozy studio casita designed for relaxation, inspiration, and extended stays. Recently renovated and thoughtfully decorated, this inviting retreat blends comfort and style, creating a serene space you’ll find hard to leave. Enjoy a hassle-free checkout and savor your final moments with us.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Hidden Views

Island Style Oasis Home- Island in the Sky

A Happy Home

Charming Poolside Escape w/Curated Style

Modern Family Farmhouse pool&spa, treehouse, bocce

FairView Lavender Estate

Eichler -Private- Oasis: Pool & Spa Escape

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Summerland Ocean View Cottage

Ojai Cottage Downtown Gem with Premium Location

Beach house near Shoreline Park- 3 blocks to ocean

Sunny Garden Home near the beach

Summerland Sweet Beach Getaway

Modern Ranch Style House near Lake Los Carneros

Ocean View Home In Summerland!

Encinal Mountain Malibu - Gated Retreat EV charger
Private house rentals

A Dreamy Beach Bungalow

Beach Haven: Hot Tub - Game Room - Fire Pit

Montecito Garden Cottage

Casa Cactus - Pet Friendly -Steps from State St

Montecito Luxury Stay (Stay Montecito)

Coastal Studio by Beach and Park

1/2 Blck to Bluff, 6 Blcks to Mesa Beach Stairs

Poppy's Cottage - Oceanview, Jacuzzi, Dog Friendly
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ1,318 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,300 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,377 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,425 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,440 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,451 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,587 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,506 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,377 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,381 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,392 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,333 |
| 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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520 properties have a dedicated workspace

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880 of Santa Barbara vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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

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