
Private suite holiday rentals in Santa Barbara
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Mi Casita- a sweet Mesa Suite-walk to beach!
A bright, comfortable studio with high ceilings, and a full sized kitchen which includes a butcher block counter seating area for working or dining. Gas stove, Fiestaware dishes, Revere ware pans, silverware, microwave, coffee maker, hot water kettle, toaster, microwave, blender, and refrigerator. Fully fenced in yard with private gate, patio, and lawn. The secluded Mesa Lane Beach is 2 blocks away, and the Douglas Family Preserve with beautiful bluff views is a 5 minute walk from the house.

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!

California Dreamin’ near Beach
Guest wing with separate entry and private backyard. Free parking. Walk to 3 1/2 mile off-leash beach featuring the Boathouse Restaurant. Off-leash 70 acre nature preserve, one block away. Hypoallergic king size bed in separate room with ensuite bathroom. Futon sofa in living space sleeps one. Partial kitchen; no oven. Coffee machine. Outdoor grill, table and 4 chairs. Beach bag with towels and umbrella. Dogs welcome for no extra fee; no cats. Weekly cleaning/linens on Wednesday.

Edgewater Escape: Private Guest Suite by the Beach
Enjoy the best of Santa Barbara from this beautiful 1-bedroom guest suite (attached to our house) in the Mesa neighborhood. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, this unit is perfect for a nice getaway retreat. We are a short distance (3.5 blocks) from the beach stairs (241 steps); a beautiful bluff-front park (Douglas Family Preserve); Shoreline Park; close to great restaurants; a lovely organic market; and just a short drive (~7 minutes) to State Street and Santa Barbara's famed Funk Zone.

West Beach Waterfront Blue Heron Retreat
Come visit us in West Beach one of the oldest continuously inhabited beach villages in California… Take in all the gorgeous views of Santa Barbara while having easy foot access to best in town local restaurants, wineries, breweries, farmers markets and Funk Zone shopping. You are in the center of it all. Did we mention the beaches? Turn left at bike path and head to Stearns Wharf, East Beach or Butterfly Beach. Turn right and you've got the Marina, Leadbetter Beach and Shoreline Park.

Private entrance bedroom with private bath & patio
Newly remodeled bedroom (with cal king bed), attached bathroom, patio with private entrance, and self check-in. Across the street there is a nature preserve with a 1.5 mile walking path offering bird watching, Los Carneros Lake, and the historic Stow House. The house is 2-stories with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms above the unit. The bedrooms above are carpeted, and we insulated the ceiling above you in an attempt to mitigate the noise, but the 60 year old floors can squeak.

Beautiful 1 Bedroom - Beach Side Guest Suite
Enjoy the ocean breeze and sunshine at this beautiful 1 bedroom guest suite, located only 1 block from the beach and Shoreline Park. As you walk through the private entrance, you escape into a lush gardened yard with outdoor seating, fruit trees and peaceful sunshine; it's the perfect place to relax and unwind. You're a quick walk to the beach and a 5min drive into the downtown area, this is the perfect home base to enjoy all that Santa Barbara has to offer.

Studio by the Beach with Separate Entrance
Relax in this cozy one-bedroom coastal retreat with ocean breezes, a Smart TV, a dedicated workspace, and a secluded private outdoor space. Polished beeswax-finished concrete earthing floors connect you to the ground for a calm, restorative stay. Cleaned following CDC guidelines with added UVC sanitizing and a Dyson air purifier. Set on a quiet street near the harbor, beaches, surfing, sunsets, whale watching, and local yoga. One parking space included.

Charming Montecito Garden Suite
This sunlit garden suite is located in the heart of the Butterfly Beach neighborhood of Montecito and is the perfect setting for a couple’s romantic getaway or a solo traveler seeking a serene environment. The suite offers a private entrance in the back of our home which is located on a quiet cul-de-sac. It is a mere 6-minute walk to either Butterfly Beach or Coast Village Road, which is known for its distinctive boutiques and restaurants.

Ocean/mountain/city views from bath, bed or patio.
Welcoming Homestay Apartment located in the SB foothills with great views of the mountains, ocean, and islands. Semi private as hosts live on property. Has its own entry/patio. About 15 minutes to beaches/town. Close to the Mission, Botanic Garden and trails. Our aim is to provide you with a memorable stay. Guests have commented on the views and peacefulness. Min weekend/holiday stay is two days. All we ask is you abide by the house rules.

Beautiful and private one bedroom apartment
The one bedroom apartment is centrally located and nested in the Santa Barbara foothills. It is close to the city center, beaches, hiking trails, shopping, and airport. This apartment is private, quiet, looking out on a lovely garden and orange trees. The living room includes a kitchenette. The bedroom is sunny and the bed is wonderfully comfortable. The newly remodeled bathroom completes this great vacation rental.

Canyon Escape close to UCSB, the beach & golf.
1 Bedroom plus Loft with 1 king bed and 1 queen bed. Our beach themed unit is the ideal place to access all that the central coast has to offer. Cook a nice dinner in the fully equipped kitchen, sip a glass of wine on your private patio, or watch tv in the comfortable living room. Close to UCSB, Sandpiper Golf Course, the Beach and Bacara Resort and Spa. And get to the wine country in a half hour.
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The Cottage — Retreat for two.

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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $216 AUD | $221 AUD | $224 AUD | $226 AUD | $236 AUD | $248 AUD | $253 AUD | $248 AUD | $239 AUD | $241 AUD | $233 AUD | $226 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 holiday rentals start at $99 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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70 properties have a dedicated workspace

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120 of Santa Barbara holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Santa Barbara stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

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