
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Santa Barbara
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Explore 930 holiday rentals in Santa Barbara

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150 properties feature pools

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560 properties have a dedicated workspace

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910 of Santa Barbara holiday rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Santa Barbara rentals

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

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Santa Barbara’s top spots include Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Bowl and Paseo Nuevo
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Santa Barbara
Guests agree: these family-friendly homes are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

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.

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.

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.

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

Montecito 2br Gem - Walk to Beach & Coast Village
We look forward to hosting you in our clean, calm & private 2Br/2Ba just a couple minute walk to Butterfly Beach or the shops & restaurants of Coast Village Rd. For those traveling with kiddos we have a pack & play, high chair as well as kiddo plates & utensils. There is also an assortment of toys, coloring supplies & games for you & the little ones to enjoy. There's also a wagon, chairs & towels for your beach adventures. We look forward to hosting a memorable stay in Montecito.

Private Oasis, Summerland Waterscape Cottage
⭐ "This was one of the best Airbnb stays I've ever had — and I've done over 200... so that's a high bar!!!" — Euni (4-year Airbnb corporate veteran) Welcome to Waterscape, a beautifully restored mid-century beach cottage in Summerland. Lovingly renovated over two years by a father and his sons, this family-owned retreat showcases custom craftsmanship — from bespoke cabinetry and hand-designed lighting to unique furnishings, every detail creates a warm and inviting experience.

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 serene retreat close to beach & downtown!
A rare find! A warm and welcoming home located in a quiet family neighborhood close to the beach, public transportation, parks, art & culture, shopping and downtown. Our place is an artists dream with artwork and collectables throughout, comfortable beds, and a private backyard that features BBQs, outdoor dining areas, lounge chairs and a large lap pool and spa. If you're a couple, solo adventurer, business traveler, or family we'd love to welcome you to our home!

Lighthouse Keeper's House, close to the beach
Relax at the Lighthouse Keeper's House. A perfect spot to retreat to in Santa Barbara. Warm and inviting. A 2 minute walk to the steps to pet friendly beach. A studio size bungalow with a full kitchen. Private deck out back and private enclosed front yard with a fire bowl. Sleeps 1-2 people. Pets okay, unless they're notorious barkers. Please note that there is a $85 pet fee for your pets stay. Many great restaurants, and a natural grocery store (Lazy Acres) .

Mountain View - Serenity Minutes from Downtown
Amazing view of mountains and undeveloped coastal hills. This quiet studio situated in natural setting, was once the master suite for the original house. It is separated from the house by a breezeway with looked doors at both ends. Unit has private parking and entrance. Floor to ceiling window take advantage of the view, but design of the structure and the landscaping maintain your privacy. Unit has separate kitchen, bathtub, shower, washer and dryer.

Montecito Farmhouse Retreat
Light and airy, luxury farmhouse cottage with king-size bed and sitting area, fully equipped kitchen complete with modern, high-end amenities including a washer and dryer on gated grounds. A beautiful, sunny bathroom with modern shower, walk in closet, beautiful inlayed wood desk for working, television/cable. A short walk to Montecito's upper village, the beach, and the most beautiful hiking trails in the American Riviera.

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

Adorable Cabana with hot tub

1 Bedroom Beach Bungalow - Near East Beach

Oceanfront At Faria Beach- The Salt Bungalow

Luxury Cottage w/ Ocean/Island View, Jacuzzi & A/C

Modern tree house in the heart of Topanga canyon

Shoreline Escape

Sunny Topanga Cottage-Hot Tub & Canyon Retreat

Long Canyon Studios Nordic Hot Tub Spa Fire Pit
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Ojai Airstream Oasis

The Well Ocean View Bungalow #5

Summerland Nest, Ocean + Canyon Views

Dreamstream Santa Barbara

Steps to Beach & Town | Family-Friendly 2BR

Ojai's Howard Creek Camp at Rancho Grande

Casa Valerio Unit 6D

Summer Lillie #3
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Magical Mountain Ranch Pool, Hot Tub under stars !

Island Style Oasis Home- Island in the Sky

Postmodern Treehouse-like Cabin by Charles Moore

Rancho Mesa Escondida adobe home on organic ranch

FairView Lavender Estate

Romance in the Pines

Retro Modern Tiny Cabin w/ HOT TUB

Cottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool
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| Avg. price | $521 SGD | $530 SGD | $545 SGD | $517 SGD | $542 SGD | $577 SGD | $618 SGD | $581 SGD | $533 SGD | $548 SGD | $577 SGD | $563 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 |
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