We are so happy to present "Summit Lodge", a unique and thrilling masterpiece in the heart of Montecito, California. Prepare to be in awe of this expertly redone custom home. Put simply, no detail has been spared, as every step has been taken to ensure a "First-Class Luxury Rental Experience"!
The long slate floor entry is a sign of things to come... as exciting living spaces, gourmet Kitchen, lavish Formal Dining Room, large Media Room and Dual Master Suites are only the beginning. High Beam Ceilings and warm solid wood flooring add to the visual stimuli, with tasteful art pieces, musical instruments and comfortable furnishings completing the space. Summit Lodge almost seems to transport you to a world-class Hollywood recording studio, or to your favorite mountain destination. That is, until you step outside...
Bask in some California Sun! Multiple seating and "hang" areas are set strategically throughout the well manicured gardens. No doubt about it though, the centerpiece of this exquisite property is the beautiful Swimming Pool, complete with built in Hot Tub. A cascading water feature adds a nice touch to help de-stress, unwind and refresh. Lounge about at your discretion, we insist.
Whether you are frequent guests or new to the Montecito/Santa Barbara area, we believe this location is very tough to beat. Located near Coast Village Road, in the heart of Montecito's Lower Village, we welcome you to live well. Local Favorites like "Jeannine's Bakery" and "The Honor Bar" are a few minutes away, along with boutique shops galore. "Butterfly" and "Miramar" Beaches are also minutes away. If you are visiting our beautiful city for a wedding or event, the "Rosewood Miramar" and "Biltmore" Resorts are, again, minutes away. See the theme? This location rocks!
We at Wanderlust take pride in providing a tremendous experience to our Guests. We can't wait for you to experience "Summit Lodge"!
-The Wanderlust Luxury Team-
Property Highlights:
3 Bedrooms plus Bonus Room to sleep a total of 8 2 Master Suites 3.5 Bathrooms Beautiful Pool w/Spa Gourmet Chef's Kitchen Multiple Outdoor Sitting Areas & Gardens Security Cameras Located on outside of property overlooking driveway and front entrance Close to: Beaches; Montecito's Lower Village; The Rosewood Miramar Resort and The Biltmore
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
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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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Santa Barbara
Located in Montecito, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. The Easton Gallery and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Casa Del Herrero and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Santa Barbara Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Miramar Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Montecito Village Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 12 min walk
Blenders in the Grass - 13 min walk
El Sitio - 3 min drive
Ospi Montecito - 17 min walk
Reunion Kitchen + Drink - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Summit Lodge have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Summit Lodge - Luxury Montecito Home?
As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summit Lodge - Luxury Montecito Home on 24 May 2026 start from NZ$2,683, 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.
Is Summit Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Summit Lodge?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Summit Lodge?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Summit Lodge?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Summit Lodge located?
This family-friendly Santa Barbara holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Butterfly Beach, Hammond's Beach and Andree Clark Bird Refuge. The Easton Gallery and Santa Barbara Cemetery 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.
Thank you so much for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at Summit Lodge. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you back again on your next visit!
Thank you for your review! We're so glad you enjoyed the property and its location. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we'd be happy to welcome you back anytime.
We enjoyed being close to so many restaurants and shops. It was a great location where we could also go and see family close by.
Pauline C.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2023
We are pleased to have hosted you at Summit Lodge and are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the location; please come back and visit us again soon!
We loved the house! It was amazing in almost every way.. the dryer didn’t work, and the top dishwasher drawer didn’t work. But all good! The house was perfect as well as the outdoor area.. we would definitely rent it again. The location was amazing! I’m sure they will get the issues that we have fixed!
Amy v.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay and the home’s location. We appreciate you noting the minor maintenance items — those have already been addressed. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
We had an amazing week at Summit Lodge. The location is wonderful. Walk to the best restaurants in town. The pool and hottub were a highlight. Was actually difficult to get my crew to leave. We will definitely be back!
Verified traveller
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2025
We are pleased to have hosted you at Summit Lodge and are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your stay; please come back and visit us again soon!
This property is beautiful. Very cool decor inside. Great pool and jacuzzi. And perfect location, you could walk to Coast Village Road. Thank you for such a wonderful stay!
Elisa T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2022
Thank you for being an excellent guest, Elisa! We hope to assist you in the future.
The Summit Lodge was the perfect place for our family of six to relax during the days leading up to our daughter’s wedding and afterwards. It has a rustic yet modern atmosphere and the spaciousness and amenities were perfect. I would highly recommend this property!
Amy C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Thank you so much for staying with us and being excellent guests, Amy! We hope to assist you in the future.
Great property inside and out. Family friendly, quiet neighborhood. Loved that we could walk into town. Loved the pool and hot tub! House had all the amenities we needed and wanted. Comfy beds. Nice indoor fireplace. Highly recommend this property!
Don M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 January 2025
We are pleased to have hosted you and are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your stay; please come back and visit us again soon!
The home was lovely and a perfect locale from the beach and the town of Montecito - walking distance! The layout is friendly to a decent group - 6-7 people. Lovely home and yard.
Jill I.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2022
Thank you so much for staying with us, Jill! We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the area and the home. We look forward to assisting you in the future!
This property boasts it all. The pictures are a great reflection of its beauty. The rooms are big and spacious, high ceilings with lots of fun windows. Several outdoor areas for lounging around the fire pit, sun bathing by the pool, or reading a novel under the mature trees. Beds are super comfy. Bathrooms are modern and updated. I loved the fun showers! Jacuzzi and pool were phenomenal. Absolutely recommend!
Maren M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2024
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at Summit Lodge. Thank you for your kind words; we are glad you love our home as much as we do! Please come back and visit us again soon!
Positives:- Beautiful house, well equipped- Great location- Great pool- Very Clean Negatives:- NO A/C — should have been more explicitly stated in the listing. The house was incredibly stuffy and muggy even with all the fans running and windows and skylights open. That's a big drawback- Plumbing was not great and second bathroom shower had clogged drain rending it fairly unusable- Broken dryer in the laundry room left clothing damp and was unusable because of loud noise and vibration- House Alarm system started beeping in the middle of the night and woke up the whole house
Jean-Marc L.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback about your recent stay at Summit Lodge. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the home’s location, pool, cleanliness, and that you found it well-equipped. We also sincerely appreciate you pointing out the areas that impacted your experience. We understand how challenging it must have been to manage the warmer conditions without air conditioning, and we will ensure that our listing description highlights this more explicitly. We only wish you had informed us during your stay so that we could have had the opportunity to correct these issues for you. Your comments are invaluable in helping us maintain and improve the quality of our homes. We genuinely regret that these inconveniences detracted from what could have been a five-star stay. We hope you’ll consider giving us another opportunity in the future, as we’d love the chance to provide you with a smoother, more comfortable experience.
Our family (including a 4yr old and 2yr old) loved our stay at the Summit Lodge! The pool area is beautiful, and there's a wonderful outdoor seating area for breakfasts & dinners outside. The furnishings in the home truly are luxurious and of great quality. Remember to bring your K cups for the coffee machine! Master bedroom has a walk-in closet area (around a corner, but without a door separating it from the rest of the room) that was perfect for setting up a pack and play. For those unfamiliar with Montecito, there aren't sidewalks in this area, so even though the house is easily walkable to town, it can be a little more challenging to keep very small kids corralled on the side of the road, and you might plan on driving. Perfect stay, thank you!!
Location was great. Didn’t mind that it was on a road since it wasn’t terribly busy. Pool was great. House is depicted well online. Not my style. Not homey but totally functional
The house is a complete dream and honestly better than the pictures. It is clearly built and designed with the renter’s experience in mind, with so many communal spaces to enjoy with your guests. The location cannot be beat, as everything we had planned for our stay was no more than a ten minute drive away. It was the perfect bachelorette getaway weekend, and I will absolutely come back for more stays!
Great location. Clean and well maintained. Comfy beds. Great space. We had such a wonderful time with family. Only wish we had more time to enjoy the property as we had many off site events planned. We were there for my son's wedding at SYR.
Sarah G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Jennifer B.
24 September 2021
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Upsetting
I stayed here with a group of friends for labor day weekend. Although the property was beautiful, we were dismayed when we walked in and a horrible smell permeated the house. We first assumed it was trash, but the source was later identified as a dead, rotting rat in an air duct.
In addition, there was no hot water in any of the showers for the entire length of our stay.
We contacted the property managers during our stay as soon as we noticed both issues. While they were able to have the deceased rodent removed mid-weekend, the water heater was not fixed while we were there.
To make matters worse, they charged me for the full stay — over 7k — prior to our check in. After the weekend, I asked that the manager make this right by providing some sort of partial reimbursement. That was more than two weeks ago, and I still have not been provided with any money back.