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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!

Walkable wine, beach, cafes, downtown, & dolphins
Welcome to La Maison, a 99th-percentile Airbnb in all areas of guest satisfaction. I've been hosting you beautiful people for over a decade, and I've earned 500+ five-star reviews and maintained a 4.97 average. I'm not trying to boast, but those kind of numbers could get you into Harvard. I guess what I'm trying to say is, when you stay here, you'll have a 5-star experience. I promise. So, come stroll the pier, stretch out at the beach, surf amidst the dolphin pods, and sample some local wines.

Casa del Sol -Peaceful mid-century modern hideaway
Mid-century modern home in quiet, family neighborhood. Filled with sunshine from floor-to-ceiling windows that look out to the tropical backyard with a lounge area, dining area & fire-pit. Located 10 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, UCSB, Santa Barbara harbor & pier. Less than 10 minutes to Hendry's Beach & only 3 minutes to upper State Street shopping, coffee shops, restaurants, bars and the Santa Barbara Golf Course. To make a reservation you must be 28 yrs old—please inquire if younger.

Modern Beach House with Spa & Sauna
Newly remodeled 3b/3ba home with spa - located 2 blocks from the beach! This luxurious coastal get-away boasts high end-finishes and stunning outdoor spaces. Incredible location only .2 miles (5 min walking distance) from Leadbetter Beach & Shoreline Park, and only 2 miles from Downtown. Enjoy modern appliances, quartz countertops, remodeled bathrooms w/ marble floors, smart TV, beach cruiser bikes on site, a flagstone patio w/ lush tropical landscaping, BBQ & spa! Pet friendly!($250 pet fee)

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!

Private modern oasis near beach
This cozy modern Spanish style studio feels like a 1 bedroom and offers a memory foam queen bed, a memory foam queen pull out couch, a full kitchen, a luxurious bathroom, and a beautiful yard with a private patio dining area. Ideal for a couple but can squeeze in up to 4 if you don't mind tight quarters! Located on Santa Barbara's bustling east side, conveniently close to the 101, it's minutes to everything - the beach, Coast Village Montecito, the Funk Zone, and downtown Santa Barbara!

Escape to Casita at East Beach!
Casita Orilla del Mar is a wonderful retreat one block from Santa Barbara's East Beach. The open-plan is spacious and very comfortable. The bungalow sleeps four with a queen bed in the master bedroom and a pullout double bed in the living room. French doors off of the Livingroom open to an inviting, completely private patio, built-in spa, outdoor shower, Tranquility fountain and outdoor dining with built-in barbeque. The gourmet kitchen is a cook's dream with in unit washer and dryer.

Downtown charmer in the heart of Santa Barbara
A charming house located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. The newly remodeled 1,100 square foot house offers a state-of-the-art kitchen, bamboo wood floors and a lush and sunny front and back yard. The house is perfect for all types of travelers that are looking to experience Santa Barbara to the fullest. With State Street and dozens of restaurants, bars, wineries, theaters, shops and museums within 4 blocks, you won’t need a car to get a feel for the city.

Designer Perfect Beach Cottage - Walk to Beaches
Recognized by House Beautiful magazine, this light and bright beach cottage was renovated and furnished by Brown Design Group. Minutes walk to Butterfly, Hammond's, and Miramar beaches as well as to all the shops and restaurants on Coast Village Road. This 2 bedroom/2 bath cottage is the perfect escape with charming details. Complete renovation features designer kitchen, baths, hardwood flooring, wood ceilings, lighting, furnishings and accessories.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara house rentals
House rentals with a pool

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Beach House with Pool & Hot Tub!

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Montecito Luxury Getaway (Stay Montecito)

Coastal Studio by Beach and Park

Summerland Seaside
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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670 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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110 properties feature pools

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530 properties have a dedicated workspace

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870 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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