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Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara

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A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a sofa.
A white building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A modern staircase with wooden steps and black handrails, leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and three wall-mounted decorative plates.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a view of greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Santa Barbara Bowl
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Santa Barbara Bowl
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Arlington Theater
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara

Welcome to Villa Muralla — a beautifully appointed contemporary Spanish condo in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. With 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this fully furnished residence is thoughtfully designed to anticipate your every need, ensuring a seamless and delightful stay. Just 3 blocks from the iconic Santa Barbara Bowl and 6 blocks from the shops and restaurants of State Street, Villa Muralla is the perfect home base for experiencing everything this stunning city has to offer. 🌸



The space

🛏️ Primary Bedroom 1 (Upstairs)

A beautifully remodeled en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet, and double sinks. Features a king bed, large closet stocked with bathrobes, beach bags, and hangers, and a private balcony with a glimpse of the ocean.

🛏️ Primary Bedroom 2 (Upstairs)

Across the hall, this bedroom features a queen bed, a connected bathroom with a shower tub, toilet, and single sink, a private balcony, a 40" Roku Smart TV, and a large closet with bathrobes and hangers



🛁 Bathrooms

Two full bathrooms upstairs, each connected to a bedroom. A half bathroom is conveniently located on the main floor.

🚪 Front Room

Upon entering the home, you'll find a welcoming open room with a pull-out queen sofa bed and a desk — great for working from home or accommodating extra guests.

📺 Living Room

Impeccably decorated and perfect for relaxing at the end of the day. Features a couch, two chairs, a gas fireplace, and a 50" Roku Smart TV. Glass doors open to a private patio with a firepit — ideal for enjoying those beautiful Santa Barbara evenings.

🍴 Dining Room

A dining table seats 6, conveniently located next to the kitchen and living room.

🍳 Kitchen

A fully remodeled kitchen with all new GE and Bosch appliances, stocked with everything from plates and spices to pots and cookbooks. A Keurig is provided to start your mornings off right. ☕

❄️ Heating & Cooling

The home has both AC and heat — comfortable year round.

🧺 Laundry

Located in the closet at the top of the stairs. Laundry detergent is provided — if more is needed or a specific brand is preferred, guests are welcome to purchase their own.

🌿 Patio & Balconies 

Two private balconies — one off each bedroom. A patio off the living room features a firepit, perfect for cozy Santa Barbara nights.

🚗 Parking 

One uncovered parking spot in the community and one parking spot in front of the garage are included. Please note the garage itself is not available for parking, but feel free to use it to store items like strollers, bikes, or boxes.

📶 WiFi & Entertainment 

High-speed WiFi throughout the home — router located in the front room. All TVs stream Netflix and other streaming services. Board games available in the hall closet.



🔑 Check-in & Guest Access 

The entire home is yours to enjoy — make yourself at home! The only off-limits area is parking inside the garage. We're always just a phone call or message away if you need anything during your stay!



📍 Getting Around

Perfectly positioned to explore Santa Barbara and beyond. Travel times may vary with traffic:

•⁠ Montecito — 10 min

•⁠ Carpinteria — 18 min

•⁠ Ventura — 35 min

•⁠ Santa Ynez — 40 min

•⁠ Ojai — 45 min

•⁠ Solvang — 45 min

•⁠ Malibu — 80 min

•⁠ Santa Monica — 2 hrs

•⁠ Downtown LA — 2–2.5 hrs

•⁠ Disneyland — 3 hrs





❓FAQs

Beach: Just 8–10 minutes away.

Pets: Not permitted — per HOA rules.

Early luggage drop or late parking: Not available, as we can't monitor belongings or interrupt the cleaning crew between stays.

Additional cleaning: Available for longer stays at an added cost — just ask in advance.



House Rules 📋

🚭 No smoking of any kind — indoors, outdoors, garage, or driveway.

🎉 No parties or events.

📷 No photo or video shoots without prior host approval.

👥 Max 6 overnight guests (children 2+ count toward the total).

🌙 Quiet hours: 9:00 pm – 8:00 am. Please be respectful of neighbors.

🛋️ Please don't rearrange the furniture.

📋 Guests must follow HOA rules provided at check-in.

📋 A CAR Residential Month to Month Rental Agreement will be required to sign upon booking.

📋 All rentals are subject to terms and conditions found on our website. By reserving, you agree to these terms.

💡 Utilities are capped at $400 per month.

Rule violations may result in fines and/or removal from the property without refund for remaining nights.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before noon
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off heater / ac
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3551613vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located by the sea, this apartment is in Laguna, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Travellers looking for local activities can try Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Santa Barbara Channel and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum are also worth visiting.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Granada Theatre - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Arlington Theater - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 7 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CAJÉ - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Shang Hai - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Handlebar Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Secret Bao - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria El Buen Gusto - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Villa Muralla in Downtown Santa Barbara located?

Located in Laguna, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Rafael Gonzalez House and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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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
Great
Stayed 56 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2026
Thank you, Jane!

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