
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Santa Barbara
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Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Santa Barbara
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Shoreline Retreat - newly renovated, walk to beach
Shoreline Retreat is your newly renovated Santa Barbara getaway, just a 6-minute walk to the beach. This breathtaking home features a gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, an open floor plan, and 9-ft bifold glass doors that disappear in the living room for California indoor/outdoor living. Step outside to a private oasis complete with hot tub, fire pit and beautiful landscaping. Just minutes away from the beach, ocean and walking paths -- this is Santa Barbara beach living at its finest.

Hidden Garden Cottage - Walk to Town and Hiking
Serene beach cottage in Summerland nestled in a lush well-maintained garden with a large sunny deck and secluded backyard. Perfect for antique lovers, the house boasts one-of-a-kind vintage furniture and art. Can't beat the location, located on a quiet and private dead-end street right next to hiking trails, five minute walk to town and ten minute walk to our beach. This hidden small bungalow is ideal for a small family or two friends but can comfortably fit two couples if you are feeling cozy!

Best Mesa Beach House, Santa Barbara! - Condé Nast
Named “Best Beach Cottage on the Mesa in Santa Barbara” by Condé Nast Traveler, this beachy retreat pairs comfort & style. Just a 5-minute walk to the beach & 10 minutes to downtown Santa Barbara, it offers the best of coastal living. Two king bedrooms plus a twin room make it ideal for families w/ luxe bedding & blackout shades. The backyard is an oasis with a firepit, grill, outdoor dining & lounge seating. Inside, enjoy 2 large smart TVs, high-end furnishings & a perfectly appointed kitchen.

Casita Calma-Guest House- 4 pple- Prime- Lux
A perfect place to come and relax alone or with the whole family. A quiet detached guest house, a stylish Tulum Vibes heaven, very cozy, and only 15 minutes from the beach and 15 minutes to downtown to the funk zone with its unique local restaurants and wine tasting rooms. Just simply divine. Located 5 minutes' walk from a stunning hiking trail down the road. You will be waking up by the sound of the birds, an ocean view and a very unique place surrounded by nature. This is a very rare find!

Spanish Bungalow 2 blocks to Beach & Funk Zone
*Featured in Condé Nast as one of best Airbnb's in California!* - an unsolicited review 😊 Welcome to Casa Encanto —a romantic Spanish casita in West Beach. Just 2 blocks from the Wharf, Beach, Funk Zone, and State St., this light-filled, stylish retreat offers modern comforts with a boutique flair. Enjoy peak Riviera views from the living room, luxurious bedding, and thoughtfully curated decor. With meticulous attention to detail, this is one of the finest Airbnb experiences you'll find.

ART + Airbnb in the heart of the FunkZone
Something special is happening here. It's all about creativity, inspiration and fun, with some of the city's most amazing food, wineries, boutiques, and galleries just outside your door. The loft itself, is a living gallery, filled with thoughtfully curated art and design to experience first hand; connecting guests with talented and unique makers of every kind. Only a few blocks away beach aficionados can feel their toes in the sand. This is a magic spot to base any SB adventure.

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.

The Beach Loft- Private, Remodeled, Walkable!
This newly remodeled guest house is located in the coveted Montecito Oaks neighborhood. This ideal location is walking distance to many popular spots in Montecito; Coast Village Road the Rosewood Miramar Hotel, Butterfly Beach. This home has an upstairs loft with one king bed and downstairs includes a queen size pull out couch. The house has a gated private entrance, keypad locked front door, and your own fenced in yard and patio. Outdoor Amenities- Fire Pit, Ping Pong, Corn Hole

Serene Getaway on Organic Ocean View Farm
Welcome to your dream escape in Santa Barbara County! Nestled amidst lush greenery on a sprawling organic avocado & coffee farm, our charming tiny home offers an unmatched blend of tranquility and scenic beauty. Wake up to the soothing sounds of nature and breathe in the fresh, ocean-kissed air. Tiny home has one private bedroom w/ queen size bed, with extra sleeping space that includes a twin size fold out couch and a queen sized air mattress for additional guests.

Cozy Stone Cottage
Our property is a collection of former out-buildings for the Glendessary Manor estate of poet and composer, Robert Cameron Rogers. The Cozy Stone Cottage was originally a pump house for the beautiful water tower which you can see from the front garden. You’ll love its rustic atmosphere and the warm cozy feeling of The Stone Cottage, separate bedroom, small gas fireplace stove, and sweet patio to sit and relax or eat a meal. Come enjoy this wonderful retreat!

The Captain's Cottage on Shoreline Drive
The Captain's Cottage exemplifies the California beach lifestyle at its finest. Tastefully remodeled and situated on its own private grounds, the cottage sits across the street from one of Santa Barbara's best beaches. With a tropical garden setting, modern amenities, and convenient proximity to the beach and Santa Barbara's State Street, a getaway at The Captain's Cottage is the quintessential Santa Barbara beachside experience.

Airstream Dream 'Blue Agave'
If you love the country and animals this is for you. Nestled among the Oak and Sycamore tree's in the Carpinteria Foothills lies 3 cozy but luxurious fully-equipped Airstream's. 'Blue Agave' sleeps up to 4. (1 bed, 1 couch that makes into a bed) 2 beds total 'White Sage' sleeps 2. 1 bed 'Red Oak' sleep 2 1 bed Ranch life at it's finest. 5 minutes away from the worlds safest beach and 15 minutes from Santa Barbara.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Oceanfront At Faria Beach- The Salt Bungalow

Sunny Garden Home near the beach

Zen Retreat

Shoreline Escape

Walkable wine, beach, cafes, downtown, & dolphins

Beautiful Designer Treehouse, Treetop Views, Sauna

Cozy serene retreat close to beach & downtown!

Quiet Ocean-View Cabin + Hot Tub • 20 acres
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Ojai Airstream Oasis

Summerland Sweet Beach Getaway

Views along the Malibu, private, tiny-guesthouse

Dreamstream Santa Barbara

Summerland Studio. Steps to downtown and beach.

Private and Cozy Studio

Wine cellar House

Beach Heaven
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Island Style Oasis Home- Island in the Sky

Rancho Mesa Escondida adobe home on organic ranch

FairView Lavender Estate

Goodland Getaway: Home w/ heated pool & hot tub

Cois Dara (Cush Dara) Under the Oak Permit

- Wine Country Guesthouse on Horse Ranch -

Ground floor condo steps to the ocean.

Cottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $484 SGD | $493 SGD | $508 SGD | $513 SGD | $539 SGD | $573 SGD | $614 SGD | $577 SGD | $530 SGD | $544 SGD | $573 SGD | $559 SGD |
| 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 |
Quick stats about holiday rentals that are family-friendly in Santa Barbara

Total holiday rentals
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Holiday rentals with a pool
150 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
560 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
910 of Santa Barbara holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.9 Average rating
Santa Barbara stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!

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