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Guesthouse in Goleta

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 842 reviews

Santa Barbara's El Capitan

Located in a secure, gated ranch community, the Guesthouse at El Capitan provides modern comfort, world class panoramas and Nature's quiet and sounds, with the best area beaches and mountain hiking within view, and just a 20 minute easy drive from downtown Santa Barbara. With its own private entrance and living area, new king bed and modern full bath , the detached 800 sf Guesthouse is light filled with 10 foot ceilings and 360 degree views of the Pacific, the mountains, the sunsets, the stars.

16 – 23 Oct

$2,168 AUD total

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Guesthouse in Santa Barbara

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 1341 reviews

Private and Cozy Studio

Our private studio is great for couples or single professionals who need a quiet place to work. Studio is furnished with one Queen bed and a two twin beds (trundle bed comes from underneath the twin bed in the picture. Private bathroom and access to our backyard, some guests have used it for Yoga, Meditation and for their kids to run around 10 minute drive to downtown and/or main beaches. Private parking space included for one vehicle. Only minutes from hiking trails, UCSB, Beach, etc.

20 – 25 May

$1,275 AUD total

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Guesthouse in Santa Barbara

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 774 reviews

Tiny Cottage in the Oaks, Midtown Santa Barbara

Enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Barbara minutes from beaches, attractions and wining/dining. The tiny Cottage offers a peaceful, cozy and private getaway with a lovely mountain view deck shaded by beautiful oaks. At 160 square feet, the little cottage is simply appointed with a "cabin" feel. It is perfect for a solo/a traveler or cozy couple with a double (not queen) bed, mini kitchen, and tiny living room. Note that it is very very small. Access requires climbing the stone steps pictured.

16 – 23 Feb

$1,357 AUD total

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Home in Goleta

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews

Quiet &Close to everything &Private Entrance Q bed

Studio, Private Entrance, Medically clean. Private room / Bathroom in the side of our home, we live here. Let us know your needs. Self-check in, great parking, comfy bed, Beach bag/towels/sun screen. Mini fridge, Coffee Keurig, Tea Kettle, Microwave, Study desk! Goleta Beach 6 min. UCSB, Santa Barbara Airport, car rentals, Amtrak train, LAX Airbus, Santa Barbara. 5 to 15 min drive. 5 min. walk to MTD Bus-lines/15 walk to Starbucks, Traders Joe. Lock bikes in your yard.

17 – 24 Apr

$1,279 AUD total

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Guest suite in Goleta

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 369 reviews

Cozy Studio w/Private entrance & parking. KING BED

Recently remodeled studio. Studio has private entrance and one private parking space. King size bed makes a great place to relax, only 5 minute drive to UCSB, Cottage Hospital and Goleta pier/beach. We have the fastest WIFI internet available in the area so working from the studio is not a problem. Studio shares a wall with the main house but we are a quiet family so noise should not be an issue. New appliances and smart TV. Water softener and filter system throughout.

3 – 10 June

$2,562 AUD total

Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

Large Sunny studio with ocean breezes

Light filled large studio in quiet neighborhood. Private beach access 1/2 mile walk away through our quiet neighborhood. Less than 1/4 mile away you will find over 200 acres along the beach bluff with many trails. UCSB is close, in fact you can bicycle there along the bike path just outside our community. The studio is ideal for business or vacationing as it is located between the many businesses in Goleta and the numerous attractions in Santa Barbara.

30 Nov – 7 Dec

$1,576 AUD total

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Guesthouse in Isla Vista

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews

Cozy Beach Cottage by the Sea

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.

5 – 12 July

$3,491 AUD total

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Guest suite in Goleta

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 788 reviews

Suite Life by the Sea!

Very clean 1BR (10x10’), 1 small BA, small LR(10x14’) and private patio! 1/2 mi from the bluffs! All essentials: microwave,smartTV, WiFi, minifridge, coffee,snacks. Very comfy beds, even sofabed, safe quiet neighborhood. One cal king bed in br+ sofabed in LR. Peaceful serene patio. Perfect for 2, ok for 3. BA is compact, with shower, toilette, sink sharing same tiled floor, but still well stocked with amenities.

7 – 14 Oct

$1,956 AUD total

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Guest suite in Goleta

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

Private Goleta Studio with Balcony

A comfortable, private upstairs studio with no shared walls and a full kitchen just blocks away from a wide variety of shopping, close to the beach and UCSB, and a short drive to downtown Santa Barbara. Perfect for a vacation getaway or a business trip, relax on the balcony and enjoy some of the best weather in the country while nestled in the tranquility of a safe, comfortable neighborhood.

2 – 9 June

$2,313 AUD total

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Guest suite in Goleta

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 665 reviews

Private Studio Near Beach 1

Attached studio dedicated to guests only. Studio features: Private entrance, private parking, private bathroom and is close to the beach, Cottage hospital, UCSB, Zodos Bowling, and many other local sites and restaurants. Our goal is to create the perfect environment for solo travelers, families and couples, etc.

22 – 29 Mar

$1,443 AUD total

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Loft in Santa Barbara

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 457 reviews

Garden Loft Apartment Near Beach (RENO COMPLETE!)

Our NEWLY REMODELED 2021 spacious apartment is nestled above the garden, 1 block from the beach and close to UCSB. Lounge in the GARDEN, run the MORE MESA trail in the morning and walk the BEACH at sunset. The butterflies, honey bees, birds and kitty Beau are waiting to greet you.

11 – 18 Nov

$3,921 AUD total

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Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 394 reviews

Santa Barbara Oasis (Guest Suite w private entry)

An attached guest suite in an ideal location in Santa Barbara. Close to UCSB, 1.5 miles to More Mesa and Goleta Beach on a beautiful bike path, and striking distance to downtown Santa Barbara. All amenities have been carefully curated to provide an optimal stay.

22 – 29 Oct

$1,963 AUD total

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Stay near Isla Vista's top sights

Freebirds19 locals recommend

University of California, Santa Barbara52 locals recommend

Woodstock's Pizza Isla Vista4 locals recommend

IV Bagel Cafe5 locals recommend

Buddha Bowls3 locals recommend

CAJÉ6 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Isla Vista

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Tiny home in Santa Barbara

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews

The Gardener’s Cottage. (No Wi-Fi)

22 – 29 July

$2,200 AUD total

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Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 334 reviews

Mi Casita- a sweet Mesa Suite-walk to beach!

29 Jan – 5 Feb

$2,096 AUD total

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Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 217 reviews

Peaceful Garden Studio For Low-Key Guests & Pets

25 July – 1 Aug

$1,925 AUD total

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Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

Tropical Getaway w/Patio Entrance#2

19 – 26 July

$1,875 AUD total

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Guest suite in Montecito

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 279 reviews

Montecito Magic Full Suite Mountain Views and Pool

14 – 19 July

$1,496 AUD total

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Guest suite in Goleta

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 245 reviews

Sandpiper Trails: a coastal preserve experience.

23 – 30 June

$2,871 AUD total

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Guesthouse in Solvang

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Adorable Cabana with hot tub

4 – 11 July

$1,641 AUD total

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Guest suite in Goleta

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

Adorable Cottage with Private Patio

24 Nov – 1 Dec

$3,236 AUD total

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