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New Ocean View Private Bungalow- Walkable +EV chgr
Looking for a romantic getaway or a place to slow down and relax, you’ve found it! Enjoy the less crowded beach life, perched on a hill, with about a 3 block walk to the best local beach and park in Santa Barbara County or head up to famous hiking trails, with everything you need steps away from cute boutiques to local restaurants of Summerland. Montecito and Santa Barbara just 5-15 mins by bike or car. After exploring, relax on your private deck with a choice beverage and incredible stargazing.

Comfy Bed/Private/Patio/Secure/Smoke Free
Located near the beautiful SB Mission and Botanical Gardens, this quiet comfortable Cottage is suited for adult guest due to safety consideration not suitable for infants/children. The Cottage has no common walls with host main house. Queen bed, Black out Shades, Air Conditioning - Heating Kitchenette - Private Patio Quiet and Safe, off Street Parking. Ultra clean Non Smokers and sorry No Pets No cooking except microwave, toaster, coffee maker and hot pot. Please No shoes to be worn inside.

Beautiful Studio -Beach & Garden
Relax and enjoy beautiful Santa Barbara in this cozy and stylish studio. Surrounded by fruit trees and with comfortable outdoor seating you can unwind in nature or you can enjoy the beautifully designed studio with a plush queen bed and smart tv. The property is perfectly located for an easy walk to the beach, beautiful Shoreline Park, or the famous Santa Barbara harbor in just minutes. This studio is the ideal home base for any type of Santa Barbara visit, from adventure to pure relaxation.

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

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!

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, cozy and private getaway with a lovely mountain view deck shaded by beautiful oaks. Note the Cottage is tiny, 160 sq. feet. It is simply appointed with a "cabin" feel. It is perfect for a solo traveler or cozy couple with a double (not queen) bed, mini kitchen, and tiny living room. Access requires climbing the stone steps pictured.

Coastal Private Guest House on 1 Acre.
Peaceful private seaside escape! Surrounded by greenery, fruit trees, birds and colorful garden flowers. Close to the ocean, best beaches, polo fields, shopping, Carpinteria and Santa Barbara. Safest beaches in America w waves and small cozy beach town feel. Enjoy the best sunsets on the Westcoast, surf lessons and wine tasting. Hide away from the demands of the world in our tranquil modern detached guesthouse. Easy beach, hiking and polo field access.

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 25 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 ocean and mountain views and explore nearby hikes!

Cozy Beach Cottage 7 min walk to the Sea & UCSB!
Take an early morning stroll along the bluffs above the ocean waves in the iconic college beach town of Isla Vista. Our cozy studio retreat is a perfect home base for exploring the beautiful Santa Barbara area beaches, Spanish-style downtown, mountain hiking, and coastal foothills. We are a ten minute walk from Devereux beach, UCSB and its lagoon, and only an 8 minute drive from both the Santa Barbara airport and Goleta Amtrak station.

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.

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 guesthouses
Family-friendly guesthouses

Spacious Tranquil Guest House

Casa al Mare Private Cottage

Cozy Studio w/AC and WiFi in Peaceful Ventura

Artists' retreat with views of surf and sunset.

Private Guest House in Wine Country

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Cozy BEE Cottage in Santa Ynez

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Adorable Cabana with hot tub

Riviera Garden Cottage with Lovely Mountain Views

Sugar-shack

Zoe’s Cottage Beautiful Near Beach & Downtown

Peaceful Montecito Cottage on Gated Property

Serene & Private Studio w/ Garden Oasis

Adorable Entire Guesthouse in Thousand Oaks

Luxurious Modern Studio
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THE VENTURA COTTAGE - Charming Studio in Midtown

Cozy 1 bedroom guest house private entrance.

Mesa Flat with Ocean & Island Views

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Your Own Private Refuge on 10 Acres in Santa Ynez

Wine Country Cottage

Christy’s Cottage

La Petite Maison
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara?
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| Avg. price | $224 CAD | $235 CAD | $229 CAD | $235 CAD | $253 CAD | $251 CAD | $272 CAD | $253 CAD | $243 CAD | $243 CAD | $247 CAD | $232 CAD |
| 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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Santa Barbara vacation rentals start at $98 CAD per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly vacation rentals
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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

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100 of Santa Barbara vacation rentals include wifi 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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