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Relax in Private Backyard | Close to Beach – Goleta Getaway by AvantStay

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An outdoor patio with a pergola, seating, and a view of the interior.
A spacious living room with a large TV, a blue cabinet, and a beige sofa.
A well-maintained garden with a patio area, a pergola, and a white building with a chimney.
A dining table set for four with plates, glasses, and a centerpiece of yellow flowers.
An aerial view of a residential area with houses, streets, and a park.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Sandpiper Golf Club

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Goleta, CA
  • Place, Sandpiper Golf Club
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Goleta Butterfly Grove
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ellings Performing Arts Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Primary bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Ensuite bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Esnuite bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Full bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Goleta

Winchester, a neighbourhood in Goleta, is home to this holiday home. 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 UC SB Events Center or Earl Warren Showgrounds.
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Goleta, CA

What's nearby

  • Sandpiper Golf Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Goleta Butterfly Grove - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ellings Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 19 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 21 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Goleta Station - 13 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Timbers Roadhouse - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax in Private Backyard | Close to Beach – Goleta Getaway by AvantStay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax in Private Backyard | Close to Beach – Goleta Getaway by AvantStay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax in Private Backyard | Close to Beach – Goleta Getaway by AvantStay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax in Private Backyard | Close to Beach – Goleta Getaway by AvantStay located?

Located in Winchester, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sandpiper Golf Club, Goleta Butterfly Grove and Ellings Performing Arts Center. Haskell's Beach and Ellwood Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property but pricey.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2026
Thank you for staying with us and for the kind words about the home. We always aim to make the experience worth it, and we appreciate the honest feedback on value. We'd be glad to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a pleasurable stay. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2026
Glad to hear the stay was a pleasant one! We'd love to welcome you back whenever the next trip calls!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive and the property was nice. It is only a one-story not a two. The yard was amazing, the areas was quiet and the host made the entire experience pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2026
Glad the yard and the quiet setting made such a good impression, and that our team helped keep things running smoothly throughout your stay. Thank you also for flagging the listing detail, which has been shared internally so we can make sure everything is accurate. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
No central air conditioning. Central air is broken. Not enough fans. Temperatures were nearly 90 degrees during the day. It was hot at night.No WIFI. Eight bright, connected adults could not access AvantStay WIFI link.Light was broken in one bedroom on arrival.House may have been well loved decades ago.Clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great communication and very nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from Relax in Private Backyard | Close to Beach – Goleta Getaway by AvantStay on 2 September 2026
Randy, thank you for your kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed the great communication and found the home very nice. We’d love to welcome you back again soon. - The AvantStay Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The house was clean, very quaint and comfortable super accommodating, never ran out of towels and very clean. Beautiful backyard. Great location if you have a student at UCSB close to golf course close to shopping close to everything will definitely be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re glad you found the house clean, comfortable, and well-stocked, and that you enjoyed the backyard and convenient location. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Property could use some TLCFloors in one of the guest bathrooms seemed to have possible dry rot
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about the concern you noticed in the guest bathroom—this is definitely not something we take lightly. We’ve flagged this for immediate inspection so our maintenance team can assess the flooring and address any underlying issues right away. We also appreciate your broader note about the property needing some TLC, as it helps us prioritize upkeep and improvements. We’re glad you stayed with us and hope we’ll have the chance to provide you with a much-improved experience in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well stocked kitchen, responsive when there was an issue with the keypad. House sleeps a family of 5 easily with room to spare. There is a secure fenced backyard safe for young kids and a very nearby park.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 January 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the well-stocked kitchen, responsive support, and family-friendly features like the spacious layout and secure backyard. We appreciate you staying with us.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

The house was in a great Goleta location. Check in was easy and plenty of room for all.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great space

Very comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2025
Thanks, Megan! We're glad to hear you had a comfortable stay. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place!

This house was perfect for what we were needing. Great outdoor space to sit and enjoy the sun, quiet neighborhood, and easy to get into Santa Barbara!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home

Perfect space, clean and lots of great spots for family! Can’t wait to book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

peaceful. cool house

clean great location peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice house in a middle class residential neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Thanks, Jeffrey! We're glad you enjoyed the house and appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great relaxing Experience

Peaceful neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4 baths for 4 people is huge!

Wonderful stay. Wish there were more fans for every single room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family gathering

It’s a nice property in good condition. Quiet neighborhood and convenient to get to. The house was well appointed and had everything we needed. Very convenient in that each group had its own full bath.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Eric. We're glad you enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and convenient layout, with each group having its full bath. We’d love to welcome you back for another comfortable stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great kitchen

This house has a well-stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay here was excellent. I have been renting with VRBO for 16 years now, and they all have some of the details... this one has them all. They have done it so nicely - they had plenty of dishes, kitchen and bathroom towels, dish washer detergent, paper towels, TP, tissue paper, laundry detergent and dryer sheets, coffee and filters. We had 6 people staying and the beds were nice, plenty of bathrooms. They have games and puzzles, TV, beach towels, a nice back yard. We did not need the pack n play and the small child things. They have a nice backyard. We liked the location... not far from Santa Barbara, has a local golf course and beach nearby, we shopped at Albertson's. We would recommend to a friend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 April 2026
Thank you so much for the incredible review—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share such detailed feedback, especially given your extensive experience with VRBO. We’re thrilled to hear the home had everything you needed and that the thoughtful details—from kitchen supplies to linens and extras—helped make your stay seamless and comfortable. It’s great to know the space worked well for your group and that you enjoyed the backyard, location, and nearby amenities. Thank you again for the recommendation—it means a lot. We’d love to host you again on your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect House for our family

We loved staying at this house - it was clean, well equipped and very spacious. It was also very easy to get onto the 101 for trips into Santa Barbara. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family trip

The property is great. Adorable back yard. Quiet. Lots of parking. It's definitely a little remote but everything you need is a short drive away. Would stay there again for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2025
Thank you for the kind review, Rob! We're glad you enjoyed the property, the backyard, and the peaceful location. It's great to hear it was the perfect spot for your stay, and we would love to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and comfortable home outside of Santa Barbara

This four bedroom home is located about a 15 minute drive to Santa Barbara and a couple minutes from good trails and golf overlooking the beach. The rooms were spacious with a well appointed kitchen and all the necessities for a comfortable stay. A good outdoor space with large table was an added plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nicely decorated home with 4 bedrooms and beautiful private yard

The house is nicely decorated and with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms it is spacious for up to 8 people. It is a cul de sac in a nice neighborhood close to the beach. The back yard is beautiful and private, with plenty of seating. Overall a very nice place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, close to UCSB, well stocked kitchen, with clean and comfortable beds. The home does not have air conditioning so it got quite warm during our stay. The host has plenty of fans. We kept the windows open at night to cool the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the beautiful home, convenient location near UCSB, and the well-stocked kitchen. We appreciate your mentioning the lack of air conditioning and how you managed the warm nights. Your comfort is important to us, and we’re always looking for ways to improve. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for us!

This house has everything you could need. Plenty of indoor and outdoor room to hang out, a good kitchen stocked with everything we needed, and a nice yard. We had 3 adults, a baby and a dog and would definitely stay here again! The neighborhood was nice to walk around and it’s an easy drive to anything you might need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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