
Family-friendly holiday 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Retreat
We're excited to welcome you to our rental that is a beautiful 2 bedroom - 2 bath located just a couple minutes walk from Butterfly Beach and Coast Village Road. Enjoy the avocado, lime, meyer lemon, orange and fig trees in the fenced yard. We encourage you enjoy any ripe fruit during your stay. Traveling with kiddos? We've got you covered with a pack & play, high chair, beach toys, kiddo plates/utensils, books & art supplies. We look forward to hosting your next stay in Montecito.

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.

Lounge Modern | Homestay
Responsibly managed by owner. Comfortable ground floor unit, ideal for extended monthly home stays and young families. Strictly non-smoking community. Assigned safe parking. 100% cotton luxury sheets. Dedicated guest vanities, and bathroom with modern fixtures. Well equipped kitchen and living areas are included. 6 miles from Santa Barbara, and 5 miles from UCSB. Serene and clean. Easy Über to the sites and romantic restaurants.

Stay in spacious studio in SB Hills
Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space with great mountain views. In this very large private studio, with a king bed, twin bed, living room, bathroom, and kitchenette (fridge, microwave, toaster oven, and 2-burner electric cooktop). We live on the property (separate area from Airbnb) and can assist with any needs. We're on a quiet mountain road, while easy to get downtown and freeway.

Montecito Miramar Beach Cottage
Stay at Montecito’s favorite beach. Quiet and comfortable one bedroom cottage with everything you need - king bed, full kitchen and bath (glass shower-no tub), spacious living room and private garden patio. The cottage is conveniently located just one block away from the beach or the Rosewood Miramar hotel and just minutes to Coast Village Road for dining and shopping.

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.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara family-friendly rentals
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Cozy serene retreat close to beach & downtown!

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Retro Modern Tiny Cabin w/ HOT TUB

Ground floor condo with patio steps to the sand.

Cottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool
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| Avg. price | $485 SGD | $494 SGD | $510 SGD | $515 SGD | $540 SGD | $575 SGD | $616 SGD | $579 SGD | $531 SGD | $545 SGD | $575 SGD | $561 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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Santa Barbara stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!

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