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Santa Barbara Homestay Stay like a local! Pool, hot tub. Gardens. Views.

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Relaxing poolside in comfort
Lounging by the crystal blue pool on a sunny Santa Barbara day
champagne in hot tub/world class view!
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Bowl
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Santa Barbara Homestay Stay like a local! Pool, hot tub. Gardens. Views.

Enjoy this beautiful 1/2 acre garden property with world class views of SB, harbor, islands.

A QUIET AND SECURE RETREAT FOR ADULTS.

A PERFECT PLACE TO RECONNECT, SWIM, IMBIBE AND ORDER OUT FROM OUR OUTSTANDING TAKE-OUT RESTAURANTS. BEACH WALKING AND HIKING and neighborhood walks AVAILABLE TO YOU. GIRLS GETAWAY TIME!!
Maximum of 4 adults.

Please be advised that 2 unrelated couples will not have enough privacy. Our foursomes are usually a family group or Girls Getaways.

You can easily spend several days here and not encounter another person. The Suite is completely sanitized between each guest visit..............Our over 235 CURRENT reviews, 5 Stars say it all. ONLY 1 GUEST UNIT ON PROPERTY. A TRUE HOMESTAY!

PLEASE NOTE; that unlike almost all "pool;" properties we have a large and TOTALLY PRIVATE SWIMMING POOL and NOT a community pool which is often mis-portrayed in listings as a private pool on premises but in reality is a shared condo, public or apt. pool.

We are here to "advise" first time visitors on the best sights, restaurants, tours, etc. if they wish. Fly directly into our lovely SB airport easily from Seattle, Phoenix, Denver, Dallas or Chicago. Avoid LAX hassles!! We are a very unique property. You will have a real SB homestay experience with us. But, if you want complete solitude and no interaction, that is fine.

High profile guests book with us because of our privacy and discretion.

We are very flexible on check- in and check- out times in accordance with your flights and other travel plans. Scheduled on a case by case basis by your hosts. CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST included for first morning. Snacks too. New Keurig and complimentary coffee/cream whenever you wish. (French press also) Excellent Wi-Fi Reception on property.

Fabulous views from pool deck area and from inside Suite. Reminiscent of French and Italian Rivieras.
Newer and very clean guest suite with hardwood floors and separate private entrances, adjoining main house. This is the end wing of a beautiful SB home with separate water, heating, electrical systems, A/C from main house. No noise transfer from or to Suite from house. 2 room Suite with queen bed and adjoining room with king bed. Top quality sleeping!! No sofabeds........Desk area if you want to work..........
Second room also has kitchenette , bathroom and table seating for four. . Suite has fridge, micro, toaster oven, toaster, coffee maker, blender, air fryer, elec. fry pan. Elec juicer for oranges you can pick! Please note we do not have a complete stove for "heavy" cooking. We have outdoor grilling avail.

Guests may enjoy occasional i (420use) AWAY from unit on our large property in our lovely lower yard garden area. No tobacco or cigarette smoking anywhere on property.
Lots of local small wildlife and birds visit our yard regularly. Caged iguanas in residence. Photo ops! See our fabulous new iguana walk-in cage. A botanical delight with an abundance of flowers and plants and birds of all kinds. Perfect retreat for the discerning guests. Swim day or night in (84+ degree)heated pool. during summer months. Run of property at will. Pool heated by solar and gas. We are similar to a casual higher end hotel /resort in atmosphere and privacy. No other property offers what we do. Easy off street parking.........

One of the most spectacular views in SB, yet 5 to 10 minutes to everything. We greet all of our guests in person to make sure they are comfortable and settled in. We are discretely on property (a senior couple) when guests are here and are available for whatever you might need. No management companies!! Total privacy.
No standardized rules to observe.......A true vacation in your home away from home. We are respectful of your privacy but also enjoy good conversations with our guests........We have ping pong, ........boogie boards, chairs for the beach.......

.Local guests and relatives are welcome to visit ONE DAY for your 3-4 night stay. Full use of pool and facilities, but no overnights.
For stays of 5-7 nights, guests welcome 2 DAYS to enjoy our property.....N/C

PLEASE MAKE AN INQUIRY PRIOR TO BOOKING TO CHECK ON DATES AND TO SEE IF WE OFFER WHAT YOU WANT.



This is a quiet property and NOT a party house.............

Property manager

anne h. rojas
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Only kids over 13yrs due to pool safety concerns.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
10 people maximum with approval of hosts.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: 10 people maximum with approval of hosts.
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 deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located in Eastside, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Earl Warren Showgrounds or UC SB Events Center. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 11 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Los Agaves on Milpas - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean/Island/City Views; Prvt. Pool/Hot Tub /Prkg. AC/Pet Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Ocean/Island/City Views; Prvt. Pool/Hot Tub /Prkg. AC/Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

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

Where is Ocean/Island/City Views; Prvt. Pool/Hot Tub /Prkg. AC/Pet Friendly located?

Located in Eastside, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Barbara Channel, Westmont College and Chase Palm Park. East Beach and Lotusland are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 255 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

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

A piece of Heaven above Santa Barbara

From start to finish, Anne (Hostess) made sure our trip was picture perfect. Her attention to detail and energy made the stay that much better. 10/10 would highly recommend for couples or small families looking for a quiet retreat with beautiful views and landscaping.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

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

Awesome host and calm location,

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Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geneva B.

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

Beautiful sunrises!

We had a delightful vacation at this property! Anne was an excellent host and provided us with everything we needed. She even made reservations for us at at the San Ysidros Ranch restaurant! If you need a place to unwind close to the beach, this is a great place to stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shante C.

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

A total gem!

15/10 would recommend! Anne was amazing, the view was epic, the hot tub was hot, the iguanas were prehistoric, the property has so much personality, and the place was exactly as pictured. If you’re lucky you’ll get to meet Ms. Kitty. Cannot recommend this place enough. Anne also gave us the best recommendations for things to do, places to eat, and spots that wouldn’t be worth our time. Surprised my wife with a long weekend trip for her birthday. Will absolutely be back in the summer so we can use the pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

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

Our stay was fantastic!

Our stay was fantastic! The property is beautiful, separate private entrance, had the entire backyard to ourselves including pool and spa, generously sized rooms, great views!, great centralized location in the hills while still being 5-10 min from everything in SB, owner responds quickly and respected our privacy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

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

GREAT

The best place we have stayed using VRBO the host Anna was the best the place is quiet clean just all around GREAT
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha F.

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

Fun time in Santa Barbara

Stunning views and landscaping at this VRBO! Very comfortable for the 3 of us and outstanding hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan S., Raleigh

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

Great stay in Santa Barbara

Second stay here. Feels like our home away from home. Great host, amazing views. Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborrah T.

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

Such a delight

We loved every part of our stay. Anne was like our personal travel planner. Amazing property and accommodations. Already miss the pups.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

Very Enjoyable

Really really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. Anne - the host - was great and so friendly and if we needed anything, she was right there. Our stay was very restful and the view is just awesome. We would sit out by the pool and the lovely landscape and relax and enjoy the view, the scenery, the pool and the peacefulness.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Wonderful retreat

Anne was the most wonderful host! We had full use of the heated pool, hot tub, and barbecue. She provided breakfast items, wine, and towels. She introduced us to her fantastic iguanas and two sweet dogs and a cat. We stayed at the guesthouse with ourdaughter
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

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

Life celebration

Wonderful host and property. All we needed for a great visit to Santa Barbara.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Detra J.

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

Excellent Stay

It was a perfect romantic getaway. The location is great; easy access to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorien C.

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

Amazing Anne!

We had a delightful stay at Anne’s place. The space worked for our family of 3 + grandma. Anne was very responsive during booking, and shared details to ensure the booking met our needs. The property is lovely- and Anne was very available for little extras (fan/recommendations/advice). We loved our stay and are already daydreaming about the next visit
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Girls weekend

We had a great time exploring Santa Barbara. Our host was helpful and accommodating. The views were fantastic. We loved the warm pool and hot tub. The 2 dogs and 1 cat on the property are very friendly .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Terrific Stay

Lovely property, exquisite host who manages to find the perfect blend of hospitality and discretion.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

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

Relaxing Santa Barbara Bungalow

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this property. Private gate and wing entry; beautifully maintained large swimming pool (we enjoyed daily); incredible room & patio garden views overlooking the Pacific Ocean and just 10-15 minutes from SB town and beaches. Anne, the host was a delight. The home, as advertised is clean, comfortable & private.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

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

Very Relaxing, Superb Host

Amazing views, quiet and beautiful location- and an amazing host. We will be booking again when we can stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trent C.

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

Wonderful

Everything was wonderful. Beautiful place and setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek G.

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

Beautiful and serene property

I had a lovely stay. This is a beautiful, quiet property with an amazing view. The hostess is also top notch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

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

Best Relaxing paradise

This is an amazing oasis, close to everything with a delightful host. Shhhhh, don’t tell anyone how wonderful and relaxing it is here!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Santa Barbara

What an amazing location. Friendly hosts and we had everything we needed …beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna G.

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

Wonderful place

Anne was a wonderful host! The property was clean and close to everything. Anne had a lot of wonderful recommendations for restaurants and things to do. I would definitely recommend her property and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Amazing

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Anne was an amazing host and gave us great recommendations for restaurants and things to do and see. The house was beautiful and the view was spectacular. We loved watching the sunset from the jacuzzi and the big panoramic views from our room were awesome. Anne stocked the place with snacks for us. Such a great time staying in the hills above State Street like a real local. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stéphane L.

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

Santa Barbara - Lovely Stay

Wonderful place with a super warm welcome from Anne who provided a lot of useful info for our trip! We already miss you!! Location is great and convenient, the garden is so beautiful and what a view!!! Iconic scene we ll keep in our memories for sure! We ll come back! All the best from Paris!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by anne h. rojas

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As long time Santa Barbara residents we welcome you to our home. We are educated and well traveled and appreciate visitors from all lifestyles, cultures and countries, but will be respectful of your privacy and space during your stay should you want no interaction....We are LGBTQ + friendly.
" High profile" entertainment and political guests have been very comfortable with us for the privacy and discretion we exercise. But, this being said, we are a casual and friendly place for your vacation.
We are owner managed and do all of our own bookings.
We open our home because we enjoy doing so--not just as a business. We have hosted wonderful guests from all parts of the US and world and stay in contact with many of them. Several have returned for visits. We have visited previous guests in Uruguay and Chile , Amsterdam and Germany.

Why they chose this property

Guests have commented that the photos do not do the property justice! SEE OUR BEAUTIFUL NEW WATERFALL/FOUNTAIN FEATURE...........New Hot tub with ocean view!! adjacent to Suite!!
So no surprises when you stay with us...... plenty of outdoor space on property to "explore." Feed our spectacular caged iguanas, Iggy and Nancy. 2 sweet small dogs who love guests. Toby and Beto......
Ms. Kitti likes to visit as well. If you are not an animal lover they can be kept in aseparate area.
Where else can you have it all? Relax by the heated pool, enjoy coffee/wine on the veranda while watching the sunrise/ sunset over the City and ocean. Quiet, but still close to downtown attractions Park in our secure large circular driveway, not on street. No "car shuffling."
Perfect place to de-stress! Many of our visitors just relax here and enjoy our quiet and private property, hot tub and warm swimming pool during the summer.





What makes this property unique

COMPLIMENTARY CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST YOUR FIRST MORNINGS WITH US!
Refrigerator stocked with snacks, wine and soft drinks and purified water.
Hosts can pick you up at Santa Barbara train station or SB airport as part of your stay. (N/C) A place here for your rental car. Many guests use Uber.
We know most all the 'best places' to recommend should you need suggestions.
From 5 star dining to neighborhood ethnic restaurants.

Very good take out deliveries. Also Sprouts, Trader Joe's and CVS are 5 minutes from the property. Outdoor grilling with world class view!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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