
House vacation rentals in Santa Barbara
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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.

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!

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.

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.

Two Story Home Near Beach
Newly renovated and professionally designed home in Santa Barbara. The unit feels like a house with only has one shared wall and a lovely private backyard with patio and hot tub. Walk just half a mile to the Mesa Lane Steps for a relaxing day at a quiet beach, or walk just a block to fabulous restaurants. The 2 bedroom, two level duplex unit sleeps up to 4 comfortably and comes fully equipped for a great stay!
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Hidden Views

A Happy Home

Island Style Oasis Home- Island in the Sky

Modern Family Farmhouse pool&spa, treehouse, bocce

FairView Lavender Estate

Eichler -Private- Oasis: Pool & Spa Escape

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Relaxing Mid-Century Modern under the oaks

Sunny Garden Home near the beach

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Shoreline Escape

SB Westside Modern Hacienda Hotel

Summerland Seaside

Luxe Bungalow in the Haven/Walk to State St.

Poppy's Cottage - Oceanview, Jacuzzi, Dog Friendly
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara?
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| Avg. price | $504 CAD | $497 CAD | $526 CAD | $544 CAD | $550 CAD | $554 CAD | $606 CAD | $575 CAD | $526 CAD | $527 CAD | $532 CAD | $509 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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Explore 880 vacation rentals in Santa Barbara

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
670 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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110 properties feature pools

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530 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
870 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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