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Hidden gem in centrally located Santa Barbara

Vacation home in Santa Barbara with kitchen and patio

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Escape to the heart of Santa Barbara in this hidden gem. Stroll through enchanting rose gardens and unwind by the fire pit with a glass of wine. This 2400 sq ft, 3-bedroom home offers total privacy behind its 12’ hedges, along with a gourmet kitchen and high-beamed ceilings reminiscent of Europe.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Hidden gem in centrally located Santa Barbara

Hidden gem in the heart of Santa Barbara ,enchanting rose gardens and large back yard with 12’ privacy hedges. 15 minute walk to downtown . 3 miles to the beach ,2400 sq ft 3bedroom home is centrally located .Great for dining outside, or sitting by the fire pit and having a glass of wine. Total privacy ,this historic home has a gourmet kitchen and a living room with 20' high beamed ceilings. You will feel like you’re in a quaint town in Europe. Electric bikes are parked close by for easy trip to beach or where ever .

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • 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
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Santa Barbara - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Arlington Theater - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Santa Barbara Natural History Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Upper State Street - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Public Market - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Corazon Cocina - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪CAJÉ - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden gem in centrally located Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hidden gem in centrally located Santa Barbara ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden gem in centrally located Santa Barbara ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hidden gem in centrally located Santa Barbara located?

Located in Upper East, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Barbara Conference & Visitor's Bureau & Film Commission and Alice Keck Memorial Garden. Alameda Park and Mission Santa Barbara are also within 15 minutes.

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Hidden gem in centrally located Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Lovely home fabulous gardens!

Host was very helpful when we lost power (briefly). It was a tranquil spot to retreat to during a packed weekeend of wedding events! Would stay here again when visiting Santa Barbara!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daphne T.

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

Perfect Stay

The pictures don’t do this place justice, the property is SO beautiful!! It was perfect and the host is super easy to reach out to with any questions. definitely book!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

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

Location, Property and Cleanliness

Love the place. Sooo clean, great beds and linens. Winderful vibe and incrediblae backyard. Catherine was great, very flexible and accommodating. Highly recommend. 5 stars
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

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

Our new girls weekend destination !

Five of us ladies went for my sisters 40th bday weekend. We could not believe it was a vacation rental, absolutely gorgeous place.Easy Walk to downtown. Beds and linens are luxury, has everything you need. Loved the fireplace and kitchen, Grounds are stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Enchanted Home In Santa Barbara

The home and property were beautiful. Usually, homes for rent scale back on decor inside and landscaping on the outside. Not this home. The grounds were incredible, something out of Better Homes & Gardens.. French chateau. The interior had everything we needed plus exquisite decorations from all over the world. Very well maintained and in a perfect, central and safe neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna Z.

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

Amazing Home

This 1920’s cottage home is amazing! It is definitely not for children as it is filled with treasures that appear to be from a lifetime of collecting. It’s a bit eclectic visually but ever so interesting. The kitchen and bathrooms are updated and modern. The home was clean and comfortable. We especially loved the beautiful gourmet kitchen. The gardens are absolutely gorgeous and private. It’s a great location in an upscale neighborhood. We loved our stay in this lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Anne K.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Inaccurate Description & Unhelpful Host

Inaccurate VRBO website description required my adult daughter & spouse to share an uncomfortable double pullout sofa bed. Website listed: 4 bedrooms for 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Twin, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen. I booked the property for three adult couples and 3 month infant and expected a second Queen bed. Upon arrival we couldn't find it and when I messaged the host she said the Queen was the pullout sofa. I told her it was a Double, as accurately described on the website, and she was defensive and asked where I got the description and said "I've never had anybody ever mention expecting three queens." I sent her the website description on 11/27 and she didn't reply. The second Queen was still listed as of 12/5. I requested a rate adjustment, encouraging her by saying I hoped to leave a positive review, and still no reply. It appears the property is owner-occupied when there are no renters since closets, countertops, and drawers are full of personal belongings. Property was surface-clean, though upholstery and drapes were very dusty and this property should be avoided if occupants have allergies. Kitchenware needs a deep clean. Bathrooms had just one roll of toilet paper and no backstock so we had to buy more. Location was a relatively easy walk to town. Beautiful and well maintained yard. This is my first experience with an inaccurate VRBO property description and unhelpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024