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The Mesa - contemporary beach house

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A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a white countertop.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a vase of flowers, two paintings on the wall, and a window with blinds.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, marble flooring, and a toilet.
A patio with a wooden table and wicker chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence and a decorative metal gate.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Santa Barbara City College

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Leadbetter Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Located in The Mesa, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf are worth checking out. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Earl Warren Showgrounds. With surfing/body boarding and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Shoreline Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • 1000 Steps Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mesa - contemporary beach house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mesa - contemporary beach house?

As of 28 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mesa - contemporary beach house on 3 January 2027 start from NZ$23,579, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Mesa - contemporary beach house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Mesa - contemporary beach house?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mesa - contemporary beach house?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mesa - contemporary beach house located?

Located in The Mesa, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shoreline Park and Santa Barbara Harbor. Santa Barbara City College and 1000 Steps Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 place! Would absolutely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place close to a variety of things to do in SB. Quick nice walk to Shoreline Park & beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home, awesome host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a simply wonderful stay at the Mesa. Awesome location and a comfortable and incredibly well-appointed property. Hosts were very responsive when I had a question.Can’t wait to come back and would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location

Stay was great, location was ideal to get around the city and the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great East Mesa 3 bedroom

Second stay here and we again thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Mesa was the perfect stay for me and my girlfriends. Warm welcoming from Kelly with great amenities like weighted blankets and turbin towels for our hair. The house was very cute with a stocked kitchen and great outdoor space. Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for a family wedding. The house was clean and very comfortable. Loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay in Santa Barbara

Perfect location! Short walk to the beach, quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location & wonderful property! The host was very accommodating and the extra special touches are appreciated - coffee, tea & sparkling water are nice to have on hand! Beds and bedding were very comfortable! Extra items offered like fans, flashlights, charging cords, shower caps and more make you feel very at home! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Six of us go on a trip annually. This is one of the best places we've stayed at. The house is lovely with excellent touches like coffee and flowers. The owner is super responsive to any inquiries and the location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Cute house in a great neighborhood. Very close to the beach and short drive to town. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts are incredible, so welcoming. The house is beautiful and well-maintained. The Mesa is a great location. We'll be back!
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent and responsive hosts. The day after we noted that the driveway was dark at night new lights were installed. The outdoor spaces were lovely and the landscaping brought the outside in on rainy days through the big windows and good lighting.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing accommodations

All of us were amazed at how much was provided by the host. It is hard to know where to begin Thank you, thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property and location

Great friends trip, 2 couples plenty of space. We enjoyed evenings on the patio grilling out and sitting by the fire pit. The outdoor space was fantastic. Morning walks along the ocean and easy walking to downtown were a bonus. Everything was as advertised. Kelly was a treat to deal with, we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house, the location, and the hosts are exemplary, and all make for a wonderful stay.The house itself is clean, bright and airy, with numerous amenities, a lovely garden and patio area, as well as whimsical touches such as a colorful welcome sign in the kitchen for guests. The pantry and fridge have tons of spices and condiments so you're not required to buy a lot of things you might otherwise need to just to prepare a simple meal. And the kitchen has every utensil, pot and dish you might desire. Kelly and Paul are exemplary hosts—thoughtful, responsive, and helpful—and quick to respond to requests. For example, we found the barbecue low on propane and asked if they could restock it the next day, but instead they showed up 20 minutes later with more fuel. The location, just a block or two from the beach and walking distance to restaurants, is really convenient and the neighborhood is quiet. Meanwhile, the house is stocked with lots of items to enjoy a day at the beach, from surf and boogie boards to wagons to haul stuff around.We really enjoyed our stay and strongly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

East Mesa Getaway

Fantastic home and location! The home is equipped with everything we needed for a super comfortable stay. Amazing gathering spots, both indoors and out. We had great access to downtown and walking to Shoreline Park and down to the marina. Beautiful home!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing host in an awesome location

Kelly was one of the best hosts I’ve ever had on VRBO - very proactive, responsive and willing to go the extra mile to make sure our stay was extra special. Her house is in a great location - walking distance to a park with a beach but far enough from the downtown to have nice quiet nights with the kids. 100% would stay here again and recommend you to as well. Thanks Kelly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Everything was top notch! This was one of the best rentals we have stayed in. Everything was clean and updated and there were great outdoor spaces for relaxing. Beds were very comfortable. Kitchen had everything you needed to cook. It was an easy walk to the park, beach and restaurants. Kelly was a great host and great communicator. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SB 2024

Great place, good people to help and close to everything in SB.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place to be

We came for a work trip/vaca and really loved Santa Barbara. We were a short walk to the park at the end of the street and took the stairs down to the beach. Santa Barbara was amazing and would recommend it for anyone to visit with nice beaches, walking areas, restraints. The property itself was a nice quiet, spacious getaway for me and my family. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional Experience

We had an amazing time in this stunning property. The house is beautiful and roomy with stunning outdoor spaces. Kelly was a dream hostess who has thought of everything. All the little details to make your stay carefree. Our entire group is hoping to make our way back for another stay soon. Highly Recimmend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a find

This was my first visit to Santa Barbara and this beautiful property was the perfect location. The property owners have given great care to provide a clean, comfortable and well appointed nest. We would return to this home without hesitation. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation getaway

Wonderful place for 6 of us to stay while celebrating a graduation. The location is perfect…just a short walk to Shoreline park and Leadbetter Beach. The beds were extremely comfortable. Kelly was so attentive and thought of everything when supplying the house. And, the plants, including abundant succulents and roses, were gorgeous. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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