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The Santa Barbara Whale House

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A kitchen with a large window, wooden cabinets, and a coffee machine.
A staircase with a brick wall, a large potted plant, and a decorative metal gate.
the creekside
A rustic brick building with a chimney, a grill, and a door.
the sauna leads out onto the pool

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
    Close to Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
3 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Santa Barbara
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

+1
1 Double Murphy Bed, 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms, 4 half bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathroom

Bathroom

Bathroom

Bathroom

Crow's Nest | Top Floor Bathroom

Private Courtyard Suite Bathroom

Spa | Mezzanine Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

The Santa Barbara Whale House

Your own private health retreat and bathhouse getaway. 



Welcome to our psychedelic sculptural home from the 1970s. Inspired by Gaudí, the Whale House's flowing curves contain a 75 foot saltwater pool, ozonated peroxide hot tub in the second floor bedroom, hand-carved sauna, and outdoor shower. The three rooms sleep up seven people and feature organic mattresses. 



Close to the Botanic Gardens and downtown SB. 



As seen on HBO's "Zillow Gone Wild," New York Times, Dwell, and The LA Times.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1176
Property # 4104600vb
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
Cashless transactions are available
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 in Mission Canyon, 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 Municipal Tennis Center.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Botanic Garden - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Children's Centennial Maze - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Natural History Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Upper State Street - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 7 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 18 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peet's Coffee Cart In Cottage Hospital - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Los Agaves - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Santa Barbara Whale House have a pool?

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

Is The Santa Barbara Whale House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Santa Barbara Whale House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Santa Barbara Whale House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Santa Barbara Whale House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Santa Barbara Whale House located?

Located in Mission Canyon, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Mission Santa Barbara. Seven Falls and Upper State Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Josh Raab

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