Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Santa Ynez

The perfect place to stay for a few nights when visiting the area. Wendy was great and flexible, the place was clean and homey with great nearby shops.

This home is very peaceful. I love that the greenery in the front yard makes it feel very private. I came solo and only used one bedroom. If you came here with a group, the only issue I’d see is the bathroom with the shower is quite small for sharing. I used the kitchen to make dinner - it has everything you need. One of my favorite things about this house is it’s two blocks from Bob‘s Well Bread, an amazing bakery/café. I walked there every morning for coffee.

Absolutely loved our stay at the Vineyard house. What a blessing it was to wake up every morning and look out at the surrounding beauty. The place was better than the pictures! Very private and upgraded throughout. Could not recommend more! Can't wait to stay there again.

Thanks for the great stay - everything as pictured - nice walk to a great little town with great food etc.

Lovely place. Very clean and comfortable. We highly recommended and for sure will be back. Harvey is a very nice person, he showed us the beautiful Victorian house and gave us the history of it. Thanks a million Harvey for everything! We really appreciate it!

We stayed with our adult kids and wanted a walkable location. This one was perfect! Quiet yet close. Really enjoyed meeting Jeanne and her dogs.... horses, chickens too. (FYI....They are off site and not at the property.) The home is very well provisioned and the beds luxurious and comfy. Open kitchen and lots of seating in the living areas. Thank you Jeanne, we look forward to seeing you again!

We traveled to the area for wine tasting and this was a great starting point. The deck, privacy, and view were exactly what we were looking for. As a bonus, there were new fluffy towels and amazing water pressure. Glad we chose this property.

My family enjoyed our stay at the Ballard Canyon Cottage immensely. The home itself was lovely and the spaces were nicely laid out. The kitchen was well stocked, bunk beds were perfect for the two kids (6 + 10), and the AC came in very handy as the temps climbed into the 80s. And of course, the hot tub was a huge hit! If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat, I highly recommend this spot!

Everything was straightforward. We were received in a very friendly manner, check-in was easy and we had everything we needed. The surrounding area is very nice and quiet. Just the thing after 2 weeks of round trip.

Great spot! Really cozy and well appointed for its size. Cute back yard. Hosts are really communicative. Summerland is sleepy but that's what we like about it. Would definitely come back.

I absolutely love staying at this location. It is perfect place to stay, it’s near everything and the view is priceless.

The Upstairs Unit 201 was a fabulous studio space! We were in town for a ranch wedding in Santa Ynez and spend 2 wonderful days in town. It has a beautiful interior design and well appointed with all we needed. We also enjoyed shopping in the local shops, dinner in town as well as a visit to Solvang as well. We would absolutely return for another visit. Thank you so much!

We had a great stay here, the place was clean and exactly as described!

Great place for couples to stay in Santa Barbara within walking distance of shops, bars, and the beach. Will definitely stay here again

I only booked the studio apartment for a night to have somewhere to shower and sleep mid road trip. I was soooo bummed I didn’t have more days there to enjoy it!!! The unit was actually a little more spacey than I expected (they made very clear this space was for one person). I’m weird when places have questionable linens/towels or they smell funky. The towels smelled so fresh, and the whole place was very clean. The space has beautiful features, felt modern but still cozy. Loved having the full fridge, that was very convenient. There are many units in the building but it felt private and I never heard anyone else. It’s a dreamy place with a lovely patio on the most adorable street. I will absolutely be returning with more time to spend and would recommend!

What a gem! Leah really takes care of the unit and it shows. From the cleanliness, to the comfort of the towels and bed, this place was a treat.

We had a perfect romantic weekend in Santa Barbara, and this place made it truly special. The space was beautifully decorated with great style—spacious, full of natural light, cozy, quiet, and incredibly comfortable. It had everything we needed, from thoughtful amenities to a warm, inviting atmosphere. The location couldn’t have been better—just a short walk to East Beach, yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and private. Our host, Jane, was fantastic—responsive, kind, and full of helpful suggestions for local restaurants. She made everything easy from start to finish. We’d absolutely stay here again!

We arrived to find a beautiful fruit and cheese plate after a long day of traveling. The space was beautiful! Just a short walk to the beach. Thank you Ken!!

Eileen’s place is an absolute dream. Beautiful condo that is bright, clean, and comfortable. Steps away from a gorgeous beach and picturesque town! Eileen was super communicative and provided clear instructions. I’d love to visit again!

Amanda’s place made it super easy to get everything I wanted out of this amazing town! Truly just 1 minute from the beach, walkable to the cute DT, parking spots were easy to find, and very peaceful little patio. Thank you for a great stay!

10/10 amazing place! My family and I loved it as soon as we walked in. Very beautiful, clean, and a cool experience. Our plan to go to the beach went away and all we wanted to do was to stay at the house. So cozy and relaxing. Felt we were inside a magazine! A dream vacation and stay. Beds were comfortable, everything was working, plenty of towel, walkable to shops and beach, the rooftop was so fun and cool! Nothing bad to say about this place and in fact we want to come back! Thank you Courtney for being an amazing host!

Solid place to crash for a few nights. Apartment was clean and host was very responsive.

Excellent place. I travel for work and they were very accommodating to my week to week needs

Amber was fantastic and anticipated our needs. Everything was exactly as stated. it's a perfect spot if you plan in eating out, but want to eat your leftovers later. we opted for no kitchen Since we didn't plan on cooking. The microwave and mini fridge as well as the other supplied accessories came in handy and made everything super convenient. The only thing I feel is worth mentioning is the bed is lower to the ground and could be more difficult for people with mobility issues. I know by the end of my stay after lots of activity it was harder for me to get in and out of bed. The jacuzzi was enjoyable. every time we went we were alone. I will be staying there again.