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Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty

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A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and a clear blue sea.
A large building with a tiled roof and multiple arches, surrounded by palm trees.
A kitchen with a sink, stove, microwave, and a dining area with a chair and table.
An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a grill.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Located on the beach, this 1-bedroom apartment accommodates 5 guests. It includes 1 bicycle and features access to nearby amenities. Enjoy beach views from the patio while exploring nearby attractions like East Beach and Chase Palm Park. Engage in activities such as surfing, swimming, and birdwatching at the marina.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Your own private chef

    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Santa Barbara Zoo
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty

Fully furnished and newly renovated! All new appliances, including a 48' HDTV and wireless hi-speed internet. In additional to a bedroom with a king-size bed, there is queen-size pull-out sofa in the living room. We also have a very comfortable roll full away bed. Laundry washer/dryer is in a separate room opposite the patio. Includes beach and picnic gear and the kitchen has everything you need to make great meals. The back patio has an outside table with chairs and a BBQ. All the comforts of home in a great location ensures that you will enjoy your stay! We have the Hyatt hotel and Fess Parker Resort down the street with full bar and restaurant and spa facilities including massage and facials.The bird refuge is minutes away. The wharf has a sea center, fine dining and great strolling and views of the ocean. Sunday local art beach exhibit stretches along the boardwalk. The funk zone is a 10 minute walk and features Figueroa Mountain Brewery and wine bars. You will find some incredible food, art and service in this district. Here at Mariposa, One bedroom Flat, you will find the perfect zone to catch an airbus to LAX or check out the zoo, or just enjoy one of the best beaches in the city. The beach is literally 3 minutes walking distance. You will be happy no matter what at the end of the day to come home to your beautiful and comfortable casa on Orilla del Mar!!! Tri-County Produce is on the corner, and has fresh organic and standard produce, fresh squeezed orange and carrot juice, dairy, meat, fresh fish, vegan products, beverages, spices, home goods, flowers, chips,sauces, pasta, bread, desserts and a frozen section.
Evening sunsets in our area are magical. Such a prime spot, You will never want to leave! All the happenings in town are within walking distance. We use all organic cleaning products and do our best to give you the best possible customer service!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 579721vb
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 are allowed on site
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 on the beach, this apartment is in Santa Barbara Beach, 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Municipal Tennis Center or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Jet skiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • East Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chase Palm Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 6 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty?

As of 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty on 22 September 2026 start from NZ$998, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mariposa- One Bedroom Flat; sweet getaway by the Beach! newly renovated beauty located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this beachfront apartment building is in the city centre, just steps away from East Beach and Chase Palm Park. Cabrillo Pavillion and Andree Clark Bird Refuge are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 197 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute & quiet place, great location. Super comfortable bed.I would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for walking to Zoo, beach and access to lower State St., Milpas, etc. Especially great for meeting up with friends staying at Inn at Santa Barbara! Very comfortable and with a lovely host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This apartment worked perfectly for our stay in Santa Barbara!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jami is a very responsive and friendly hostess. Her property is clean and well-equipped - the kitchen is great. My husband commented several times that the bed was very comfortable. We will return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Excellent location in a lovely older home. The place really needs a deep cleaning to get rid of the musty smell. Like shampooing the fabric furniture, rugs, making sure the towels are dry before being put in the cabinet, cleaning the fans to improve air circulation.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in a location with easy walking to the beach and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

California coastal vacation

Amazing location and property! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, cute place. Comfortable fit for all 5 of us. Just minutes from the beach. We would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jami was great— very responsive & thoughtful. Everything you need for a comfy stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Santa Barbara stay

Very clean, nice neighborhood, conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

This was our second time staying at this wonderful address. The host is friendly and helpful and the property was clean, quiet and in such a perfect location. We love staying here!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely location in Santa Barbara! 5 minute walk to the beach. Comfortable one bedroom home with large living room with pull out couch and roll away bed. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking equipment
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Reunion

This property was cozy and safe. It’s within walking distance to the beach and nearby stores. The kitchen was well equipped, and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute place

Nice stay, easy check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful beach house

Clean, peaceful, and lovely! The perfect stay for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay!

Seamless communication and checkin, great location close to the beach and downtown. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Great location!

Great location. Warm and inviting home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place close to beach easy

This place was great. It was close to the beach is close to bikes, and we had no problems is very easy to get in and out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So convenient to everything. Loved walking right to the beach every morning. The host is very responsive to messages.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a great place!

Great location, incredibly cute and clean space, and very gracious host. We will definitely be back when we’re next in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quaint Spanish style apartment. Everything you need and super close to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Location was great. Short Walk to bikes and walking path on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Santa Barbara getaway

Perfect location. Steps away to the beach. Minutes away to State Street. Great food and lots to do and see.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Trip to SB

We had a great time. The host is very attentive to needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice place near the beach!

Great little place near the beach. Should have onsite parking and better lighting inside and outside. Also our first rental home without an android compatible TV.Very cozy and well lit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jami Gina Olsen

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We are a local family who has been in Santa Barbara for over 50 years. We are small business owners and active in the community. We are excited to share our property with you. Our goal is provide you with a positive and memorable experience. We support local enterprises and hablamos espanol!!!!

Why they chose this property

The location is one of the prettiest in Santa Barbara. We love the ocean and fresh air; and the open beach becomes your backyard when you stay with us. You have many choices of activities and areas of interest in walking distance. Perfect and suitable for everyone!

What makes this property unique

old world style with modern luxury; easy going feel of local beach area. You can enjoy the privacy your own home, and endless activities right out your front door!

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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