West Beach Villa 3 - well-loved, historic property featured in books, magazines - walk to beach!

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a ceiling fan, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A patio with outdoor furniture, a grill, and lush greenery.
A dining area with a round table, blue chairs, a chandelier, and a large window with curtains.
A modern living room with a dark sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a large window with curtains.
A modern living room with a dark blue sofa, teal armchairs, and a flat-screen TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Santa Barbara Harbor

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Common Space

1 Double Murphy Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Located near the beach, this villa is in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Earl Warren Showgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • West Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Broad Street Oyster Company - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is West Beach Villa 3 - well-loved, historic property featured in books, magazines - walk to beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at West Beach Villa 3 - well-loved, historic property featured in books, magazines - walk to beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at West Beach Villa 3 - well-loved, historic property featured in books, magazines - walk to beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West Beach Villa 3 - well-loved, historic property featured in books, magazines - walk to beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is West Beach Villa 3 - well-loved, historic property featured in books, magazines - walk to beach! located?

This family-friendly Santa Barbara villa is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Harbor. West Beach and Moreton Bay Fig Tree are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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. 73 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in an excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2026
We are happy you enjoyed the property and its excellent West Beach location! This Santa Barbara vacation rental is a perfect home base for experiencing some of the best the area has to offer. Once you arrive, you can park your car and walk to the beach, Santa Barbara Harbor, the Funk Zone, State Street, local restaurants and many nearby attractions. We would love to welcome you back for another stay! Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a fantastic stay at this property! The place was exceptionally clean and well-maintained. Communication with the host was very easy and smooth, making the whole experience stress-free. The location is amazing—just a very short walk to the beach. I would happily return again and again, as it was an overall wonderful experience. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2026
We are happy to hear you had a memorable stay. One of the best parts of staying in West Beach is being able to park your car and easily walk to the beach, the Funk Zone, State Street and so many great local restaurants. The off-street parking is definitely a nice bonus! We would love to host you again on your next visit to Santa Barbara. Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Beautiful home in a cute neighborhood. Walking distance from the beach and State Street. Eat at The Lark! Bed is very comfortable. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2026
Thank you for your wonderful 5 star review and for choosing Haller Coastal Homes! We are glad you enjoyed the home's location and had the chance to explore the beach, State Street, and the neighborhood on foot. The Lark is a great local favorite! It's also wonderful to hear you found the bed comfortable and had such a great stay. We would love to host you again on your next visit to Santa Barbara! Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great city. The house was exactly as advertised and perfect for my wife and my long weekend. Would definitely recommend and come back next time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2026
Thank you for taking the time to write a 5 star review! This unique property has the true charm of Santa Barbara located in West Beach. Not only are you close to everything, but the beatuiful backyard patio to relax and stay in and BBQ is a bonus. We would love to host you again in the future. Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, we were able to walk to just about everything we wanted to go to. Easy parking. Beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2025
Thank you for sharing and the review means the world to us. So happy you felt it was a great property. Hope to have you back in the future. Much appreciated, Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just loved it here! The house, the location, Santa Barbara .. everything! To be in such a quiet road, yet just a couple of minutes’ walk from the centre, for us, was just perfect . And the most comfy bed ever!.,
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 February 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We are happy to hear you loved the property, which is located in a quiet neighborhood close to State St., the Funk Zone and within walking distance to the beach. If you are traveling with a larger group on your next visit, both villas on the property may be rented together. We would love to host you again on your next trip! Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

we had a fantastic time

Wonderful place! Hope to return again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2025
Thank you Erica! We hope you will return soon as well. Next time, rent the entire property and bring your friends and family...sleeps 8! Much appreciated, Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Where to start..hmmm..the ease of booking and communication at each step, the listing and how true to description? The pristine property, comfortable beds, kitchen, the landscaping, enjoyed walking the neighborhood on our way to the beach and pier and all the great places to eat, relax, and that’s not including hopping in the car and escaping to the Santa Barbara Botanic Gardens a short distance away. What a treasure. And don’t get me started talking about the delightful hummingbirds hanging out on the Bird of Paradise blooms each and every morning, we sat in the living room, planning our day over coffee while there. I plan to come back! My best to the stellar, property managers and housekeeping team. Stop scrolling and book this beauty. Happy Travels!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2026
The West Beach location is special and allows guests to experience the relaxed coastal lifestyle while staying close to so much of what makes Santa Barbara unique. Having one off street parking space is also a valuable convenience in this popular neighborhood, making it easy to park upon arrival and explore the surrounding area. We take great pride in creating a welcoming experience from booking through departure. We look forward to hosting you again on your next trip! Thank you for this truly wonderful review! Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the location most! Easy walks to restaurants, shopping and the beach.Very clean and a well equipped kitchen!Sweet patio out back! A very comfortable place . . . we loved our stay! Thank you for making our stay memorable!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 December 2025
The walkability makes this location perfect for enjoying the beautiful weather in Santa Barbara. The outdoor patio area is perfect for an evening of relaxing and spending time together! We would love to have you stay again. Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was wonderful! The place was very clean and tidy and exactly as described in the description. The home is also perfectly located to town and the beach. We were able to walk just about everywhere.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 December 2025
Thank you for taking the time to write an amazing review. We are thrilled you loved the property and proximity to all things Santa Barbara. We would love to host you again in the future. Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place, lovely area

A nice place in a quiet neighborhood in a walkable area.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location & Great Stay!

We had a wonderful week during our stay. The property was accommodating and had everything we needed. Very easy to walk downtown and to beach/marina. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2023
Thank you, Marisa for the fantastic 5 star review! The property owner cares so much about the guest experience and so do we! We are so happy to hear it was an enjoyable stay and you were able to visit our sweet town. We hope to have you back. Much appreciated, Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for walking

This historic townhome was comfortably furnished and in a wonderful location. I would recommend it for people who enjoy walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2024
Thank you Carol for the great review. Love that you enjoyed this historic home and furnishings. Did you know you can rent the entire property (both units)? When renting together it sleeps 10! We hope you will return in the future and bring your friends and family along. Much appreciated, Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location Ideal

This home was located to accommodate quietness,close to Beaches , close to all local restaurants and entertainment with the benefit of being in a very quiet residential area Highly recommended
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2023
Thank you Carol! It truly is a special property in a special location. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities being nearby. Much appreciated, Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location

Quiet residential neighborhood just minutes to the Funk Zone. Adorable, well maintained property loaded with character. We would definitely book this property again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
Thank you Jude! It is a the best of both worlds. Quiet neighborhood meets center of West Beach. Built in 1937 and in many books on SB, this is a one-of-a-kind experience for sure. We are thrilled you had a wonderful stay. Please visit again soon. Much appreciated, Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

It was perfect, shade on the patio would be great. Other than that, not one negative!

Super clean & well stocked with anything you’d need or want. Absolutely adorable & will definitely go back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication, great location. The accommodation had everything we needed for our stay. Our only complaint is that the draperies in the living room are not wide enough to give complete privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the Villa

Villa was very clean and comfortable. Location was great. We brought bicycles and getting to the pier and Harbor was so easy. Also rode all the way up State Street to see the sights and restaurants. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 January 2025
Thank you Lou for the great review! Biking is terrific in Santa Barbara and so glad you got to experience it while you were here. We look forward to having you back. Much appreciated, Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific Stay

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay - the bungalow was very comfortable and convenient to the ocean, wharf, restaurants and all activities we desired in Santa Barbara. I found the description completely accurate and ease of use A+. We’ll stay here next time if it’s available.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2024
Thank you so much, John for the great review and sharing your experience! This is a very special historic property loved by many. We look forward to having you back in the future as well. Much appreciated, Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway from Chicago

Perfect for us. Great size. Great location. Close to water. Close to town. Just what we wanted.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 December 2024
Thank you Mike! This is wonderful feedback and we are thrilled you enjoyed the location and property. It's definitely a one of a kind historic property in the heart of the best neighborhood. Hope to have you back. Much appreciated, Haller Coastal Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Checked All the Boxes!

Loved our stay! Everything was as described. Clean, comfortable, and close to everything. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2022
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed a piece of Santa Barbara history. The home is reflective of its time period and beautifully decorated! We hope you had time to enjoy the beautiful outdoor area during your stay. Also, a nice short walk to the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect in every way

The villa was a dream. Perfect location. Quaint and quiet neighborhood but just blocks from everything! I can’t wait to come back and stay at this property again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2022
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the property so much you will be back again. This is a historical property from 1937, which adds to the charm and has been remodeled. The backyard area is stunning and so relaxing during anytime of day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Yanonoli St

Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2022
We are happy you enjoyed your stay at this beautiful property. The outdoor seating area and backyard are relaxing at any time of day. The charm is felt from the moment you enter the door.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute and convenient

This property was very cute and stylish. It was also walking distance to the beach, State Street and the funk zone. It was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This an amazing property in a beautiful quiet neighborhood. It is an easy couple of block walk to the beach and close proximity to resurants, lower State Street and the Funk zone. The property is spacious and comfortable with a fully appointed kitchen. The property was very clean and well maitained. My wife and I absolutely loved this place and will definitely be back in the future. TA
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2025
Thanks so much for the feedback! We are looking forward to having you back in the future as well. Much appreciated, Haller Coastal Homes
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