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Secret Getaway — 2 blocks to the Beach and Funk Zone

Beachfront apartment with kitchen and patio

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In the heart of Santa Barbara, Secret Getaway offers an inviting retreat with luxurious amenities. Enjoy champagne upon arrival, a private washer & dryer, and high-end linens in this elegant space featuring limestone floors and ten-foot ceilings.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secret Getaway — 2 blocks to the Beach and Funk Zone

Escape to the Secret Getaway #8, where seaside serenity meets European romance. Designed for those who cherish quality & comfort, this retreat is located in the heart of Santa Barbara.

Set in the West Beach area, you’ll be moments from the ocean, Stearns Wharf, harbor, and the boutique shops and restaurants of downtown. Spend your days soaking up the sun, discovering local art galleries & wineries, and wandering through the vibrant Funk Zone — all just steps from your door.



Sophisticated limestone floors, faux paint finishes, and lofty ten-foot ceilings lend the space a timeless and elegant charm. The kitchen is warm and inviting, complete with a granite-topped dining island and essential appliances for effortless meals. The living area is thoughtfully furnished with a plush sofa, TV, and a Waterford fireplace—bringing refinement to your cozy evenings in.

Step into a tranquil king bedroom where French doors open to private veranda with a gas grill and bistro table—perfect for morning coffee or sunset dining.

The adjoining bathroom features a spacious walk-in shower, granite finishes, and a soaking / jacuzzi tub—perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach.

To elevate your stay, enjoy thoughtful touches throughout: a bottle of champagne to toast your arrival, bath essentials, high-end linens, a private washer/dryer, and a Nespresso machine stocked with pods, cream, and sugar. Reserved parking is included—a rare perk so close to the beach.

With effortless access to the beach and Santa Barbara’s most beloved attractions, the Secret Getaway #8 is perfect for both adventure and relaxation. Spend your days soaking up the sun, indulging in local cuisine, cheersing with happy hour cocktails in the Funk Zone, or savoring quiet moments with loved ones—all while immersed in the beauty of the California coast. Just steps away, the vibrant Funk Zone adds to the charm. This nook where the streets meet the ocean, is a beautiful little area with art galleries, wine tasting rooms, and lively eateries. Convenient bike rentals and the nearby Amtrak station make exploring even easier, whether you're strolling down State Street’s store-lined promenade or setting off on an unforgettable day trip to the Channel Islands or Santa Ynez wine country. Whether seeking tranquility or excitement, this prime location ensures a memorable getaway you'll want to relive again and again.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Exterior

Rare Beach Penthouse — blocks to the Beach and Funk Zone

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Santa Barbara Secret Getaway Two Blocks Beach Town Apartment
Secret Getaway Two Blocks Beach Town Apartment
Santa Barbara Secret Getaway Two Blocks Beach Town
Secret Getaway Two Blocks Beach Town
522470
The Santa Barbara Secret Getaway Two Blocks to Beach Town
Secret Getaway Two Blocks Town

About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 7 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Loquita - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Secret Getaway — 2 blocks to the Beach and Funk Zone pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secret Getaway — 2 blocks to the Beach and Funk Zone?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secret Getaway — 2 blocks to the Beach and Funk Zone?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secret Getaway — 2 blocks to the Beach and Funk Zone located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this beachfront apartment building is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Harbor. West Beach and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Secret Getaway — 2 blocks to the Beach and Funk Zone Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 168 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

molly j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This was a great location for a weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comforts of Home for a Longer Stay

We've stayed at many, many places in Santa Barbara and this was the best by far!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't beat the location

Just a few blocks ftom the waterfront and the funk zone. An easy walk, very nice neighborhood. Very clean place, full kitchen. Massive bathroom (as big as the bedroom). Balcony mostly overlooks parking lot. Host/cobtact super responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Getaway

Great property and location, walkable to beach, downtown and Funk Zone. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Roberta H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very convenient!

Close to the heart of SB. A great central location for exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garrett G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for a Couples

The title is accurate in that this property was close to the beach, downtown, and The Funk Zone, which made walking to/from just about any destination very accessible in this pedestrian-friendly area. The place is nicely appointed and furnished with a motif matching that of SB. The building layout, design, and security is a plus as we had no concerns whatsoever. Our host was always very responsive to messaging whenever we had a question or needed information. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely come here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach getaway

Xlnt location; very clean; great bed and bath; lovely property. Although we weren’t sent checkin/access info, we did finally get it once we had arrived… we would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place!!

Beautiful well equipped property, very quiet & extremely safe feeling! Location is walking distance to the Funk Zone & the Stearns Wharf & beach!! Great coffee, real creamers & a lovely bottle of champagne! Lots of towels & super comfortable king size bed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene Bryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Our second visit. Wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secret getaway

The unit was perfect for us. Love the bathroom and having the parking space. Very clean too Will always come back here
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Web D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

We visit Santa Barbara a few time per year and we usually stay in the same area - close to the beach and Funk Zone. This was the first time staying at this accommodation. We found the place to be the best in our experience. It’s clean, convenient and comfortable. Thank you to the property management for making our stay very pleasant. Hoping to be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Great stay in Santa Barbara

This apartment was a wonderful place to stay for two weeks while my husband and I enjoyed an escape from cold weather back home. The bed was super comfortable. The kitchen was well equipment. We prepared many meals there. The small patio was a great place for coffee and breakfast. It is a quiet complex and close to so much like restaurants, the beach and parks for picnics. The small parking lot was easy in and out with no parking hassels. The owners responded promptly to our questions. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location. Comfortable suite.

The location of the property is great. It's a short walk to the beach. Lovely bathroom. Very small, but adequate bedroom. Comfortable living area and well-supplied kitchen. Nice to have a designated parking space. Only disappointment was that the balcony overlooked the driveway and parking lot for most of the view. But, it was too cold to enjoy outside dining, so quite minor in the overall experience, which was very positive. Would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana C., Greeley, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location

We very much enjoyed our stay at this west beach apartment with its particularly spacious bathroom. Our only issue was the tiny bedroom and closet that were awkward to negotiate for two people. Bed was quite comfortable, however. Location is ideal for walking to the beach promenade and only a short distance to the downtown area. My husband is a train buff and happily explored the nearby train station.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful little villa with charm and peacefulness

What can I not say about this wonderful little gem. From the time we stepped into the gate from the outside we were charmed with the vibrant colors and decor. The doors were a beautiful portal into what became my girlfriend and I’s oasis of a getaway that we needed. The accommodations were very nice, the bed was so comfortable and everything is literally 16 - 20 minute walk away. We never once used our car to explore due to the central location of this beautiful little paradise. We will definitely be using this gorgeous escape again in the future! Thank you Melanie for providing such a wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Luv'd this property, a litte frustrated with finding room, but once found all was well... My 1 issue was the heating of bed room, heater in room is inoperable and we had to wait for living room to heat up by fireplace before we could get comfortable, shower and tub are wonderful... Thank you again..!!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, secure, immaculate condition, and stable internet (I must work from "home"). Bonus with private parking, designated spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

Perfectly sized for our needs. Loved the decor and location. Just wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This was a great VRBO to get out and explore SB! Walking distance to a lot of fun things, clean and convenient. We would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michele b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mother/daughter vaca

We had a wonderful time in this sweet little home away from home :) neat, clean and a fabulous location. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply Wonderful

My girlfriend and I stay at this property at least two times a year. It is close to the beach, and a walk takes maybe 10 minutes—if that. The property is clean, safe, and a great romantic getaway. We will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

small luxury

This place is nicely done, small but high end. The Livingroom has a nice plush couch and big screen TV, a gas light up fireplace which was really nice since it was cold when we were there. A big kitchen and a master with a comfy king bed, small walk in closet and a stack unit washer and dryer. The bathroom is beautiful with a soaker tub, Italian sculpture, big mirrors and walk in shower. We loved how it was small but had a luxurious feel. We'd love to stay here again! Great location for walking everywhere and it feels safe with coded gates around the property. A
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayisha O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway apartment

We had a great time at the Secret Getaway. I was in town with my daughter and it was perfect for both of us. The kitchen was great as well. It was a large spacious bathroom and good closet space. It was a great find. I definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Would definitely recommend. Great location, clean, comfortable, modern and comes with designated parking spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and beautiful property

We loved the walkability of the property. We parked the car for the whole trip and just walked everywhere. The bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom was absolutely lovely. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024