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Central to adventures in the Mesa, close to beach

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Living area
Living area
Dining
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Arroyo Burro Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Upper State Street
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Central to adventures in the Mesa, close to beach

Located in the vibrant and active Arroyo Burro neighborhood of the Santa Barbara coastal access zone, this 1300 sq. ft home is your ideal base for an adventurous visit. Just as you step out the front door, you are greeted by paragliders launching from one of the nation's premier flight schools. Guests can also enjoy a short walk to the famous Arroyo Burro Beach, or the adjacent Douglas Family Preserve. The off-leash beach and trails are fantastic fun for your canine family member, should they be traveling with you for your vacation. The home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with an inviting living area. There is a plus one, multifunction room near the dining and living room that can be used as office space, a children's area, or with the available sleeper sofa, another bedroom for one person. We have reserved one bedroom without a television, otherwise, entertainment abounds. The ultra-fast broadband internet and streaming-ready smart televisions are sure to meet the needs of the well-connected. The spacious kitchen has been fitted to maximize cooking or beverage preparation. Make a smoothie for the morning or a blended cocktail after a day at play. There is room in the driveway for two cars and available street parking should you need additional space.

Come enjoy the many local attractions and dining options in Santa Barbara; take a day trip to the wine country, or set sail in the calming channel waters. We would love to share this wonderful home with you and help you plan your Santa Barbara Vacation!

Please note that while we do welcome pets at this property, we are unable to accommodate cats.

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Santa Barbara Vacation Rentals
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Las Positas, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf are worth checking out. Earl Warren Showgrounds and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Arroyo Burro Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Upper State Street - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 8 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 11 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Super Cucas Meat Mar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse at Hendry's Beach - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Live Oak Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Central to adventures in the Mesa, close to beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Central to adventures in the Mesa, close to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Central to adventures in the Mesa, close to beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Central to adventures in the Mesa, close to beach located?

Located in Las Positas, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Arroyo Burro Beach and Elings Park. 1000 Steps Beach and Shoreline Park are also within 3 miles (5 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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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

David R.

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

Great location, bright and clean house!

The house is everything you see in the pictures—and so much more! It's located in a very quiet neighborhood, just a short walk from one of the most beautiful dog-friendly (even off-leash) beaches in California. Cozy and perfect for a relaxing stay!The hot tub is actually newer and more modern than it appears in the pictures
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

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

Great location and very clean

Wonderful little house with great hot tub. Close to the beach park. Very clean and well-organized.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcel G.

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

It was perfect for us!

My family from around the country met in Santa Barbara for a family reunion. The location and the property were perfect for us. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty E.

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

Thanksgiving

Enjoyed the house much. Very convenient to all places we wanted to go. Kitchen was good to cook in since we cooked a holiday dinner. The coffee was great. Very nice and clean except for a couple of pots that needed rewashing. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Pleasant stay at Arroyo Burro

Clean and easy place to stay. We didn’t have a need to communicate to the management, so really can’t comment on that but the VRBO app doesn’t allow a blank rating. Quick walk to the beach and busy restaurant right there on the beach. The location was a little far away from the main part of SB city for my taste, but for some people that might be a bonus. Walking distance to Douglas Family Presetve and Elings Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay A.

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

Perfect location. Great outdoor space!

We stayed here with our two grown children and their partners over a long July 4th weekend. You can walk to the dog beach and it is about 12 minutes into Santa Barbara town. The beds were comfy and the kitchen incredibly well stocked. The outdoor fire pit and hot tub were much enjoyed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph E.

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

Fantastic Property

We stayed here with family for UCSB graduation weekend. This is a great home in a nice residential neighborhood near the beach. The unit was incredibly clean and in perfect condition. The jacuzzi and gas grill were added bonuses. The kitchen is well appointed with pretty much everything anyone could need. It is not cheap, but you get what you pay for. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis E.

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

Great getaway

Amazing location, very clean home and well stocked. Short walk to the perfect beach. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget C.

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

Great time in SB

We had a great time at this property. It was well stocked with everything you need to enjoy SB and this home. Hendry’s beach was a fun easy walk and the restaurant there has yummy food! We also loved walking in the preserve. Beautiful vistas from there enjoy and lots of dogs. The hot tub was nice to come back to and the kitchen had everything we needed. The store is an easy drive from the house for anything you could need. It was great that our two teens got their own rooms (comfy beds) and we enjoyed playing board games that were there. Would love to stay again when we are back in SB!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy O.

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

Terrific Vacation

Our 3-generation family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed staying at this home. Great location and easy access to all the sights in Santa Barbara. Particularly enjoyed the fireplace outside!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ario K.

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

Everyone loved their stay here. It was exactly as described!

Great, thoughtfully put together space! What a wonderful host!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

90 birthday party

A little pricy but gre at facility
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely Home, Great Location

This house was perfect for our Santa Barbara visit. Great space. Well appointed. Wonderful location. We took many wonderful walks down to the beach and on the nearby new path.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen C., Ashland, NE

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

Perfect SB Location

We rented as 4 adults and 2 young children. This property completely met our expectations. It was very clean, check-in was a breeze and the property was spacious and comfortable. Even though our stay was in February, we were able to take advantage of the beautiful outdoor patios. The outdoor fireplace and patio heater made for a comfortable dinner an evening when temps cooperated. The mattresses were very comfortable; something very important to us fir our two week stay. The kitchen is adequately equipped for meal preparation. It is very well equipped for making and serving cocktails and appetizers.🙂 There are no dishes or utensils for children nor pack in play available so plan to bring your own. One of the absolute best features of this property is location. This quiet dead end is less than two blocks from Hendry’s Beach which is popular for dog walkers and lovely for walking and beautiful sunsets. There is a restaurant right on the beach. (There are those who sunbathe there but it is not the best SB has to offer.) There are trails for walking 1 block in either direction from the house and the property is an easy walk or VERY quick drive to Elings Park and its many trails. Any SB restaurant or shopping venture is no more than 10-12 minutes. Wi-fi was excellent. There are four large TVs although we never turned them on in beautiful SB. We will absolutely not hesitate to rent this property again when visiting along with additional family members.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Good house, Bad rental company

This property is very pleasant, great location near beach and parks. The property manager at Santa Barbara Vacation Rentals was not helpful at all. I would not rent from this company again.
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana P.

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

Fantastic!

We had a great stay at the property. It is as described and probably one of the cleanest properties we've stayed at. Fantastic location and SBVR was a great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly T.

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

Relaxing beach location

This was a great house just up the street (a short walk) from Hendrys Boathouse and the beach. Just a 7min drive from all of the downtown chaos etc but nice that the grocery and whatever needs you might want are nearby. We would definitely come back. It’s a nice quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

Family Vacay

Loved staying at Campanil. Property Is super cute and had plenty of space. Location is amazing. Within walking distance to beach, hiking and biking trials. Short drive to downtown and major attractions in SB. Would absolutely stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Great Santa Barbara Location

This property worked out very nicely for my family of four. The location is fantastic, as it is close to everything (including Arroyo Burro Beach and Boathouse at Hendry’s Beach, both a 10-minute walk). The home is older which comes with a few minor drawbacks (floor creaks, no AC) , but the neighborhood is peaceful and the home is clean and charming. It has everything you might need. Overall we recommend this property and would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Quinn R., Severna Park Md

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

Lovely, comfortable home in a convenient location

We loved staying in this home. It fit our purposes perfectly. Great to be within walking distance of the beach. Easy drive to downtown Santa Barbara. The outside space was very nice. Very comfortable furnishings. Kitchen was very well stocked. Impeccably clean. We would absolutely choose this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

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

A Gem in Santa Barbara!

We fell in love with Santa Barbara and this house! The space is cozy and clean. The back yard is private and secure. We loved and used both the inside and outdoor fireplaces. Being able to walk to the beach and the BoatHouse was an added plus. We will definitely stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake C.

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

Outstanding Time !

While in Santa Barbara for a wedding, a party of 8 stayed in this unbelievable property. Clean, fun, and an easy 10 minute walk to the beach, and restaurants- we could have not asked for anything better! If we are ever back on the west coast- this property is a must!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Manuel L.

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

Alan St Santa Barbara

everything was very nice, only issues were the master shower needs a new shower head and I didn't have a PHD in TV only a tech savvy person could operate the TV system I suggest Directv or even dish be available
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nan W.

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

Nice

Very nice clean home. They had all the utensils you needed. Would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darin S.

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

Great area

House was perfect area was even better.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

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