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Secluded Mediterranean Hideaway | Private Hot Tub & Beautiful Ocean & City Views

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A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with glasses, and a view of the ocean.
A dining room with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by leather chairs, with a view of the outdoors through a glass door.
A living room with a wooden ceiling, a glass coffee table, a beige sofa, a blue sofa, and a painting of a beach scene.
A two-story house with a curved driveway, a balcony, and a well-lit entrance.
A hallway with wooden beams, a potted plant, a wicker bench, and a mirror reflecting a room with a bed.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Mission Santa Barbara

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Mission Santa Barbara
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Bowl
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom Suite 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Suite 4

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - Shared

Bathroom Ensuite 2

Bathroom Ensuite 3

Powder Room

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Lower Riviera, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are worth checking out. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, or check out an event or a game at Santa Barbara Bowl. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Santa Barbara - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Granada Theatre - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Arlington Theater - 4 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corazon Cocina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪CAJÉ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Empty Bowl Gourmet Noodle Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Garrett's Old Fashioned Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Mediterranean Hideaway | Private Hot Tub & Beautiful Ocean & City Views pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Secluded Mediterranean Hideaway | Private Hot Tub & Beautiful Ocean & City Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Mediterranean Hideaway | Private Hot Tub & Beautiful Ocean & City Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Mediterranean Hideaway | Private Hot Tub & Beautiful Ocean & City Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Mediterranean Hideaway | Private Hot Tub & Beautiful Ocean & City Views located?

This family-friendly Santa Barbara holiday home is located in Lower Riviera, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Bowl. Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Alice Keck Memorial Garden are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place!

Loved this home! The entire spot was beautifully maintained and comfortable and welcoming. Would recommend to any family looking to visit Santa Barbara.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Awesome place for an awesome guest! What a lovely review. So happy you enjoyed your time here and found it comfortable and welcoming. Hope to see you again! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely Views

Beautiful home in a lovely neighborhood convenient to Santa Barbara attractions. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
We're so thrilled you had a lovely time here! Thank you for the nice review and we would love to host you again. Until next time! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Santa Barbara Weekend

This was the perfect place for my family to stay during a weekend trip to Santa Barbara. Quiet location on the hillside. Plenty of space and beautiful views. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Santa Barbara escape

Lovely place, room for everyone and wonderful neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2023
Glad you had such a lovely time here! Thank you for being our guest and we hope to see you again. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Villa riviera

Beautiful and cosy cottage! Great view! Well located
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location

Spectacular view. Rustic house with cozy fireplace and sunny, scenic deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Kristine - Thank you for staying with us, we hope to see you again in the future! Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home and location

A beautiful, charming home in a great location. All of the 1930s charm you want, along with modern updates, comfortable and tasteful furnishings, and enough room for a good sized group to spread out, indoors and out. I'd happily book this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for mutiple families

Property is gorgeous, with lots of 1940's charm. Location is quiet and convenient. Can accommodate multiple families with plenty of privacy for all guests. Kitchen is well equipped; living room is a beautiful gathering spot.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break!

Well, Santa Barbara is just about the most beautiful place I've ever been and the house was just fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Fantastic and I agree! We're so thrilled you had a great time here! Thank you for the nice review and we would love to host you again. Until next time! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Santa Barbara Reunion

After 50 years at UCSB, we had a week long reunion at this property and it was perfect and exceeded our expectations. Home is classic Santa Barbara style with beautiful view and vibes..highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2023
Wow, thank you for the lovely review! Yes, this home is the iconic Santa Barbara vibe. We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay! Hope to host you again in the near future. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

30th birthday

We loved the character of the home. The bedroom/bathroom mix worked great for our group. The view from the balcony was beautiful. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2023
Fantastic! We're thrilled you enjoyed your birthday trip. Thank you for your lovely review and we hope to see you again! Until next time! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

Great property for family of 6 or under. Within 8 minutes of everything you could ever want to do in Santa Barbara. Everything was very clean and neat, we found everything we needed easily. Great spot! We'll return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
That's amazing! So thrilled you had a lovely time at Villa Riviera. Thank you for the thoughtful review and you're welcome back anytime. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location

Beautiful House, & great property team. Very responsive, accommodating, & friendly. The property is well situated and a short Uber to state street. We would stay there again. My only suggestion would be to have lighted magnified makeup mirrors in every bathroom for those of us who’s eyesight is not what it used to be! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Perfect! So glad you had a great time and enjoyed this property and our awesome Paradise Team! Thank you for being our guest and taking the time to review us. Your suggestion of a makeup mirror has been noted! Hope to see you again! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location, Beautiful View!

Loved staying here! House was per photos and as described, except there was no furniture on the outside balcony! This was a disappointment as we planned to spend a lot of time there. We were able to carry three chairs from the side of the house to the balcony but not the comfortable seating area shown. Otherwise a wonderful home with comfortable beds and great location! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location & views

This house lives larger than it is. The layout was perfect for our family gathering while visiting from the east coast. We really appreciated the comfortable furniture and beds, also having 3.5 bathrooms for our group. The hot tub was fun, and the laundry was super-convenient. The balcony served as a perfect location for viewing 4th of July fireworks, as well as everyday gathering. Also loved the neighborhood. It is just a short walk to the Mission. Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
We're so happy you had an amazing stay at Villa Riviera and enjoyed the views and comfort it offers. Thank you for the nice review and we look forward to hosting you again soon. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cozy and comfortable retreat in Santa Barbara!

The property was a quintessential Spanish style home in the heart of Santa Barbara. It was the perfect size for our family of 8 including seniors, adults, and 2 toddlers. It provided just the right amount of privacy and shared space to socialize. Note that the property was three level so might be slightly difficult for anyone with mobility issues. Otherwise, it was a relaxing stay and close to everything we wanted to experience in Santa Barbara. Thank you very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous and comfortable

This was a gorgeous property with everything we needed for a group of 6 friends. Everyone had room and the home was well stocked with kitchen essentials. The neighborhood and location are beautiful and the views of the water were spectacular. We didn't realize until we checked in that there was no A/C, which was only a problem the first day when temperatures were over 80, but the house did cool down quite nicely on the days the temperatures stayed below that.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope you come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay at Villa Riviera

We had a great stay at Villa Riviera and Santa Barbara. Pros: great location -- on a quiet street in a residential area but very close to everything in Santa Barbara as well as Gaviota. The views from the home are tremendous and there are many different spots where one can sit and relax or engage. The rooms were all inviting and well decorated. Most of the Paradise Retreat people we worked with were very responsive. Things for improvement -- sleeping elements could be improved (pillows, sheets, etc); contacting Paradise Retreats over the holidays worked fine, however, responsiveness was a bit slower (not necessarily surprising, however, more challenging as we had issues that required more timely responses). Overall, we would recommend staying here!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sun drenched Oasis

Immediately felt at home in this gorgeous, comfortable house. Every detail has been thought-out and well-executed. The kitchen area is older with a bit of updating, but still worked great as a cook’s kitchen. When we realized we needed a few things, Enrique from property management came out and was super nice to deal with. The outdoor spaces are excellent - we spent a lot of time on the sun deck lounging on the comfy furniture. The grill worked easily. My husband loved working from the dining room table and the lower level was a great office for our college student. Neighborhood location is excellent for walking and super close to downtown without being on top of it. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Sharon - thank you for the wonderful review and choosing Paradise Retreats We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Paradise Retreats Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

SB Home

We are 4 "senior" women who came to SB from Connecticut for the weather, the scenery, golf and the ambiance. The house is absolutely charming and very comfortable. We only used the hot tub once but it was the perfect temperature. The only complaint we have is that there needs to be more lighting, inside and out, particularly at the lower end of the driveway. It was already dark when we arrived and it took a little time and a phone call to figure out where the lock box was. Otherwise we couldn't have been happier and definitely would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
This is so great to hear! Ladies having a good time connecting, golfing, and enjoying the weather in Santa Barbara. Thank you for being our guests and providing your input on the lighting. We hope you come back and visit us again! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Isdues

Nice place but choppy rooms and no master bath - shared with another. Neighborhood is mixed and sometimes noisy. Tv did not work and they could not fix. Coffee table too far from sofas and no table outside. Kitchen is very small and almost no counter space - great stove. Otherwise good and responsive mgmt
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Dear Debra, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for your stay at Villa Riviera. We sincerely apologize for the issues during your stay, which have now been addressed by our Property Services Team. We still hope to welcome you again in the future. - Paradise Retreats Team -
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family house

There were 7 of us that stayed, all immediate family for my brother’s wedding in Santa Barbara. The house could easily fit 10 people so it was very comfortable for the 7 of us. We enjoyed the big family room & dining room to all gather for watching movies, football & meals. I enjoyed coffee each morning on the deck over looking the ocean. The hot tub was a great night cap. The beds were all comfortable. There isn’t really a “master” bedroom as the 2 king bedrooms upstairs have to share a bathroom (which could be bigger & more updated), but it worked out fine. The main level has 2 bedrooms with their own bathrooms plus a half bathroom. The main level was very comfortable to stay & we enjoyed it. The kitchen is small, not much counter space but it worked for cooking breakfast each morning & dinner 1 night for all. The location is GREAT; very close to everything in Santa Barbara! We would totally stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2023
That's fabulous! We're thrilled you and your family had a wonderful time at Villa Riviera. Thank you for being our guest and for your lovely 5 star review. We hope to host you again soon! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Gorgeous home

We really enjoyed our stay at the paradise retreat. We had a couple unfortunate events take place such as a bed breaking the first night we arrived. Quickly repaired the next day. Our last 2 days we were without hot water. Repair took longer this time and when I called back within 10 mins of repairman leaving, informing that water was only hot in kitchen we were told we would have someone out by 9 am the next day. We were leaving for the airport and had not showered in 2 days. I would somehow get hot water on an emergency list of items to be fixed anytime day or night. I was then told everyone was sorry and managers would decide on some form of compensation. However, when I texted about the compensation a few days after returning home to follow up I was told to write an email with my concerns. When everyone should have known what the concern was pertaining to no hot water. Great property and well appointed just disappointed in how some of the management issues were addressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time. Great location.

The house was exactly as described. It was beautiful, clean and in a great neighborhood. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Space

This is a wonderful location with a beautiful view. The kitchen has all the amenities making it easy for cooking. The beds are comfortable, and having so many bathrooms makes getting ready easy as well. It was clean, had puzzles and books, information about local activities, and the bottle of Santa Barbara chardonnay was a nice touch, and delicious. I would definitely recommend this home for a vacation in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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