
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Santa Barbara
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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.

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.

Downtown Treehouse-Vibe, Mountain Views, Bikes
This 1 bedroom, 1 bath place has a full kitchen and the Interior Designer owner has created a unique, artistic treehouse vibe. Enjoy the balcony with a mountain view, delightful gardens, and outdoor seating area. Walk to restaurants and downtown. Free bikes and coffee/tea! EV charging available. Legal Airbnb/includes taxes. The City has started aggressively enforcing on 1,000+ illegal operators, look it up. See details at the bottom to avoid the risk of booking a place that may cancel on you!

Secluded Ocean view Tiny House
One mile from downtown Carpinteria and the state beach. Custom designed 320 sqft tiny home with a 400 sqft deck for perfect indoor/outdoor living. A relaxed and comfortable place to stay with full sized appliances, tall ceilings and 2 sleeping lofts. Plenty of space for 1-2 people, a small family, or 4 adventurous people. The large cantina window allows for beautiful natural light and easy access to deck seating. Pets welcome! Large 1/2 acre fully fenced yard surrounding living space.

Kick Back in an Iconic 1974 Airstream on an Organic Ranch
A video tour is available on YouTube! You can check out the Tiny Home Airbnb Tour of my Airstream by searching “Beautifully Renovated 1974 Airstream.” Your own private area Start California dreaming in a restored 33-foot Airstream a short drive from Carpinteria. Rincon Point—known as the Queen of the Coast in the surfing world— and Summerland are both a short drive away. No public transportation. Car necessary There will be a welcome manual and various brochures on hand.

Peaceful Mountain Retreat
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Located under a canopy of oak trees between Santa Barbara and wine country, this cozy yurt is the perfect getaway. If you’re looking for a unique way to experience the wild beauty of Santa Barbara, you love being surrounded by nature and you’re up for adventure, this is the spot for you! Breathtaking views await you on the drive to our magical yurt nestled in the mountains, just 20 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara.

Ojai Restored Retro Trailer on a Ranch!
Little Moon, fully renovated 1950 Aljo trailer, found buried to its axles in Mojave. Named after her original owner, a Native American woman named Little Moon, whose birth certificate was found in the trailer. She has now been rebuilt and completely restored and placed in a perfect location under oak trees and next to our vegetable garden on our ranch where our numerous animals keep her company. UPDATE: Brand new AC unit installed! Nice and cool for summer months now!

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.

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.

Oakview Place
Oakview Place is a quiet, cozy 1-bedroom retreat in the prestigious San Roque neighborhood. After a day of exploring Santa Barbara, relax with a glass of wine on your own private patio, watching the sun set through the 300 year-old oak trees. Or, walk a few blocks to Harry's, our favorite watering hole. If you like to hike, Oakview Place is one block to Steven's Park and the Jesusita Trail. Off street parking. No pets.

30’ Modern Coastal Airstream.
Discover the gorgeous landscape that surrounds this unit. Greenery, fruit trees and flowers. Private natural flagstone pathway leads to the fenced area w chairs and coffee table. Easy access to beaches approximately 1 mile in either direction. Polo fields are 1/4 mile. The towns of Carpinteria & Santa Barbara are only a few miles drive as well. Come enjoy the nicest beaches in the area and the best weather in the country.

Nogmo Farm Studio
Studio with private entrance, bathroom, Queen sized bed, and sleeper sofa. Walking distance to grocery store. 3 min drive to downtown Solvang. 8 min drive to Los Olivos. For couples, adventurers, and business travelers. Kitchenette has a small fridge, sink, coffee maker and hot water kettle. No stove or microwave inside the studio. Apple TV in the studio. Sorry, no pets allowed. We will provide a pack n’ play for babies.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

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Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

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A Happy Home

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Fall SALE! Condo with patio 100 steps to the beach
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $589 AUD | $600 AUD | $618 AUD | $624 AUD | $655 AUD | $697 AUD | $747 AUD | $702 AUD | $645 AUD | $629 AUD | $640 AUD | $604 AUD |
| 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 stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

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