Sunrize Destinations - Modern studio on the Mesa in Santa Barbara

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A round outdoor fire pit with stones and a dice, surrounded by an orange sofa and two wine glasses on a table with a bottle.
A dining table with a wine rack, chairs, and a small plant on the table.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a refrigerator, and a view of the sunset.
A dining area with a table, chairs, a wine rack with bottles and glasses, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A compact room with a built-in wardrobe, a small table with a plant, and a trash bin.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • 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
    Walk to Elings Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Elings Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mesa Lane Steps Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Arroyo Burro Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Located by the sea, this apartment is in The Mesa, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Travellers looking for local activities can try Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Earl Warren Showgrounds or Municipal Tennis Center. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Elings Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mesa Lane Steps Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Arroyo Burro Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • 1000 Steps Beach - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 10 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Super Cucas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse at Hendry's Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Revolver Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunrize Destinations - Modern studio on the Mesa in Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Sunrize Destinations - Modern studio on the Mesa in Santa Barbara?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunrize Destinations - Modern studio on the Mesa in Santa Barbara?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunrize Destinations - Modern studio on the Mesa in Santa Barbara?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunrize Destinations - Modern studio on the Mesa in Santa Barbara located?

Located in The Mesa, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Elings Park and Mesa Lane Steps Beach. Arroyo Burro Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 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
We enjoyed our stay. Lots of of amenities and very comfortable. Perfect getaway for 2.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect place to spend a few days while visiting Santa Barbara. The location is great for walking the Preserve, going to the Mesa steps and easy drive into downtown. The hosts do a super job of stocking the place with everything you could possibly need and even provided snacks and drinks to get you started when first arriving. The outdoor patio was a delight- it was very quiet and relaxing! We will definitely stay here again on another visit to Santa Barbara! No complaints at all!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. We loved the backyard space. The hosts thought of everything we could possibly need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunrize Destination was absolutely perfect. Beautiful area and the place was stocked with so many extra things that Sara thought of to make your stay more relaxing and comfortable. We would love to return for many vacations in the future! Great location for walking to the beach or getting something to eat!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this tiny oasis
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2025
Steve & Dianne, We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to host you again someday. Sara & Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable & quiet location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2025
Stephanie, Thank you for choosing our studio for your Santa Barbara trip. We hope to see you again. Sara & Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location and Sunrize Destination is a stellar place. The host has thought of everything! Very clean and comfortable, and quiet…..and worth every penny. Perfect location and close to downtown. Will definitely stay here again!! Communication with host was 10/10!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

Perfect place to stay. Location was amazing and the host were super nice. We came to Santa Barbara to get married but will definitely be returning to this place for vacations in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2024
Thanks Lorie. It was so nice to host you and your wife. We look forward to having you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing time in SB!

Had an amazing time and cannot recommend staying here enough! This was the perfect place for my honeymoon. Walking distance to two different beaches!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

Listing was just as described, owners were very courteous and we were able to check in and come and go very easily. Thank you two for the great stay and for making my partners birthday memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2023
Max, Thanks so much for choosing our studio. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon. Sara & Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We had such a great stay! It was the perfect place to relax after all the celebrations for our nephews graduation! The outdoor space is amazing! If we drove we would have loved to have brought our dog;)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sunrize Stay

Great facility, very, very enjoyable stay, Sara and Ken were great hosts as well, nothing but great things to say about our stay---in a word AWESOME!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2024
Thanks Ron, We loved having you. Please come back again! Sara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check-in. Wonderful, well appointed accomodations. You will have everything you need. Comfortable bed, great showerhead and sweet little private patio. We loved our stay... can't beat the location! And the neighborhood is super quiet!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Time

Had a wonderful stay. Place was clean and everything you could possibly need was there. The outdoor space made it complete. Loved the location near the preserve and beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 January 2024
MJ - It was a pleasure to have you and your daughter. I hope you can come back again! Sara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mesa stay

Clean, efficiently designed space that had everything we needed. Great location near our favorite beach and breakfast spot. Also loved the park and trails at the bluff park at the end of the street.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect weekend

The place was nicely decorated and very clean. Owner provided some snacks, water and even ice cream in the freezer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 December 2023
Petra, Thank you for choosing our studio. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. Please come back again. Warmly, Sara & Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cozy little unit is everything it advertises, and then some: it has all you need, plus considerate touches like a travel steamer and magnifying makeup mirror (both of which I'd forgotten). The patio is dreamy in the evening! The hosts are warm and inviting, and I appreciate that they allow dogs. A hidden plus is the nature preserve just a few short blocks away, with amazing ocean views!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2025
Naomi, Thank you for choosing our studio for your Santa Barbara vacation. We'd love to host you and the doggies again. Sara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Sunrize Destinations! The location is fantastic, the hosts have furnished the studio with every thing you need. They really have thought of everything. We were so glad to have the washer and dryer there. We didn’t plan on using it, but it came in very handy. We also Loved the beautiful private patio and would stay there again in a minute!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2025
Sheryl, We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to have you back again! Sara & Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute, clean and cozy

The space is very clean and comfortable. Ken & Sara were so welcoming and nice. Its an easy stroll down to the beach to watch the amazing sunset. Stay here and you will have a great trip. We did.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2023
Shawn - Thanks for choosing us for your trip to Santa Barbara. You were great guests. We look forward to having you back again! Sara & Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10, no notes!This is one of the best places I have rented, ever. I am a stickler for cleanliness, and this cute studio was clean. The floor, the bathroom rugs, the grout, the comforter, the mattress - everything felt very clean and relaxing. Someone obviously put a lot of thought into the furniture, setup, and amenities in this space. It's small, but very functional, and everything you could need is there for you. Most rentals have a book of things to do, local restaurants, etc., but this book also included the manuals for all of the appliances (amazing!) and this came in handy when we came home hot and sweaty and couldn't figure out how to turn up the AC fan. This is not one of those places that provides the bare minimum quality or quantity or is cheaply furnished with a mishmash of Goodwill-type items. Everything feels quality and intentional and it really makes a difference. The location was also really central to get everywhere in SB, and it was also easy to jump on the freeway when we were headed to Goleta or Carp.We will absolutely stay here again next time we are in SB!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2026
Nicole, Thank you so much for your lovely review and for choosing our studio for your trip to Santa Barbara. We do take great pride in our high quality furniture and linens and we are so glad that you appreciated that. We look forward to hosting you again sometime! Sara & Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect stay!

I’ve stayed at quite a few places and Sara & Ken really put some thought into it. This was one of the best places I’ve stayed at. Fluffy towels, not a spec of dust or dirt, it was spotless. Snacks waiting for me, upon arrival. They really thought of everything. Location is REALLY good. The bed is super comfortable too. Thank you Sara & Ken!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2024
Jules - We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again! Sara & Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Studio, great location, great hosts

The hosts thought of everything! This studio was well designed and equipped. The private outdoor space made the place feel so much bigger. The hosts were very communicative, helpful, and left some delicious treats for us to enjoy. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 November 2023
Carolyn & Mike, Thank you so much for your great communication! We hope you had a safe trip home. We look forward to seeing you again. Sara & Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

High end studio

No expense spared on this studio. We enjoyed our evenings in the private yard at the fire table!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This studio has EVERYTHING you could want plus! Its decor is crisp and fun! The photos are spot on. The kitchen has everything you could possible want. The bathroom is good size, the bed is the MOST comfortable bed we have slept in! The outdoor area is comfortable and inviting! Its a nice quiet area but walking distance to anything you may want, even the beach! Sara makes check in and out easy and is available if needed. We travel to SB frequently and this is by far the best place weve stayed! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 October 2025
Nicki, It was such a pleasure to host you. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to seeing you again in the future! Sara & Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing studio

Sara was great and communicating, immediately sending us the door code, address and specifics to the studio. It was super clean, dog friendly and stocked with anything you could possibly need; including fresh towels, clean sheets, a dog bed and even a welcome basket with goodies! Right by the beach and downtown SB. This place and the host were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2023
Elle, Doug, and their beloved dog Juicy were truly the epitome of dream guests—exceeding every host's expectations. From the very beginning, their prompt communication showcased not only their consideration but also their exceptional character. However, it was their impeccable attention to detail during checkout that truly set them apart. Going above and beyond what is typically required of guests, they thoughtfully took it upon themselves to put the sheets in the wash and even graciously disposed of all trash before departing. This extraordinary gesture displayed an unwavering commitment to maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for future hosts and fellow travelers. Elle, Doug, and Juicy have left an indelible mark as paragons of exceptional hospitality etiquette—a testament to their exemplary nature as guests. They are wholeheartedly welcomed back at any time with open arms!
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