
House holiday rentals in Santa Barbara
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3BR Mesa Ocean-View Home near Beach w/Yard
Wake up to sweeping ocean views! Enjoy the wall of windows that frame the Pacific with a fully fenced private yard. Inside you’ll find the kitchen w full-size appliances, fast Wi-Fi, smart TV, washer/dryer. Everything for extended stays. Rest on hotel-quality beds: 1 king, 2 queens, plus convertible sofa. Free parking in large driveway Dedicated workspace Easy self-check-in Location: 5-min walk to Shoreline Park & Leadbetter Beach. Short drive to downtown State St eateries. Must be 21 to Book

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.

Cozy House King Size Bed DownTwn
Enjoy a stylish experience offering one bedroom, one bathroom with King Size Bed and surrounding patios. Private parking space for up to 2 vehicles in our private drive way. Centrally located near Down Town and among many local restaurants, bakeries and breweries. Small pets may be considered. Private front, side and back patios. House offers AC units for cold and hot air to make the ambiance to your desired temperature. We have the Highest WIFI available in the market. Great couples getaway!

Walkable wine, beach, cafes, downtown, & dolphins
Welcome to La Maison, a 99th-percentile Airbnb in all areas of guest satisfaction. I've been hosting you beautiful people for over a decade, and I've earned 500+ five-star reviews and maintained a 4.97 average. I'm not trying to boast, but those kind of numbers could get you into Harvard. I guess what I'm trying to say is, when you stay here, you'll have a 5-star experience. I promise. So, come stroll the pier, stretch out at the beach, surf amidst the dolphin pods, and sample some local wines.

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.

Boho Hacienda with backyard - pet friendly!
This dreamy, boho Spanish-style house is perfectly located just 1 mile from State Street and the beach. The unit is on a duplex with a private entrance, gated backyard with a bbq and gorgeous dining area, full kitchen, and beautifully remodeled bathroom. The bright and airy bedroom features a queen sized bed and dedicated workspace. The couch in the living room can be converted to a full-sized bed. Pet friendly ($20 per pet per night!) 1 off street parking space is available in the driveway.

Dreamy Beach Cottage Spa and Sauna~ Walk to Beach
Newly remodeled Beach Cottage with hot tub just 2 blocks from the sand! This adorable 1 bed/1bath private home boasts incredible outdoor spaces with Spa & Sauna. Located just .2 miles (5 minutes walking distance) from Leadbetter Beach & Shoreline Park. Enjoy the expansive private deck w/ outdoor dining, smart TV's, abundant amenities, & the newly remodeled kitchen. Located just minutes to trails, wine tasting & downtown Santa Barbara. Pet friendly ($125 pet fee). The perfect coastal get-away!

Spacious Home Near Downtown and SB Mission
Near Santa Barbara Mission, 2 miles from SB Downtown & 3 miles from SB beach. Located in a quiet, residential neighborhood, this home has 4 bedrooms (3 upstairs and 1 downstairs) and 2 bathrooms (1 upstairs and 1 downstairs). This is the BACK HOUSE on a property of 2 independent houses and a side studio, they do not share main walls, only driveway as an easement. Perfect home to experience the local SB living while minutes away from everything! PET FRIENDLY but ALL PETS MUST BE APPROVED.

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.

Lovely 2Bedroom Downtown
Peaceful house located blocks away from downtown Santa Barbara. Parking space and a quiet neighborhood. Excellent for a nice getaway to Santa Barbara. The city is planning on doing some king of street maintenance during september to novemeber, they have not given any exact dates. Looks like phase 2 will require street closure. As of this time 9/5 nothings started yet but theyve started leaving these notices around. Going to include a transcript of the notice in another section.

Designer Perfect Beach Cottage - Walk to Beaches
Recognized by House Beautiful magazine, this light and bright beach cottage was renovated and furnished by Brown Design Group. Minutes walk to Butterfly, Hammond's, and Miramar beaches as well as to all the shops and restaurants on Coast Village Road. This 2 bedroom/2 bath cottage is the perfect escape with charming details. Complete renovation features designer kitchen, baths, hardwood flooring, wood ceilings, lighting, furnishings and accessories.

Shoreline Escape
Drink in the view of the sunset over the Channel Islands in this beach bungalow centrally located atop the beloved Mesa in downtown in Santa Barbara. This newly renovated home sits on Shoreline Drive, directly across from the playground at the popular Shoreline Park. Minutes away from the Santa Barbara harbor, Funk Zone, and State Street, this home provides the perfect location for your beach escape with your family and friends.
Popular amenities for house rentals in Santa Barbara
House rentals with a pool

Hidden Views

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Poolside Escape w/Curated Style

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Montecito Luxury Stay (Stay Montecito)
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $453 SGD | $447 SGD | $474 SGD | $490 SGD | $495 SGD | $499 SGD | $546 SGD | $518 SGD | $474 SGD | $485 SGD | $504 SGD | $503 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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Total holiday rentals
Explore 890 holiday rentals in Santa Barbara

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
660 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly holiday rentals
Find 340 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
110 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
520 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
880 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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