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Stunning Ocean & Mountain Views in Tranquil Setting

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Living Room
Formal Living Room
Living Room fireplace
Property grounds
Enjoy your morning coffee watching the sun rise on covered veranda

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Summerland, CA
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Butterfly Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Carpinteria State Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bdrm

1 Queen Bed

3rd Brdm

2 Single Beds

Master Bdrm

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Ocean & Mountain Views in Tranquil Setting

Hidden away on a private road at the top of a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this gated upscale residence offers breathtaking views, modern conveniences and stately accomodations. Ten foot ceilings, crown molding, wood floors and a spacious covered veranda add to the elegance of this home.
A ten minute walk takes you to Summerland beach or lush hiking trails: a three minute drive to Padaro Beach; a five minute drive to Coast Village Road in Montecito or to the polo fields.
In this quiet oasis the only night sounds are horses gently calling to each other or avocados falling to the ground; a sanctuary from the stress and noise of daily life.
This property has been described (by guests) as a serene, soothing haven for all of your senses. Sip a glass of wine as you savor a resplendent sunset or have your morning coffee as you identify the many different birds flitting around the tranquil gardens.
Some Highlights:
Marble surround wood burning fireplace in living room
Gas fireplace stove in family room
Upscale furnishings
Ten foot ceilings with exquisite crown molding every room
Flat screen cable tv’s in the family room, kitchen and 2 bedrooms with HBO, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Netflix & more.
Hi speed internet
Many out door areas to relax with friends & family
New gas Bar-b-q
Avocado, orange, lemon & peach trees. Help yourself!
Lots of parking


Property manager

Susan Gottlieb
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check in time is from 3:00-11:00pm. If you need to check in after 11:00, please notify me. A late check-in fee of $25.00 will apply.
Parties are strictly prohibited and will result in cancellation of the the reservation w/out refund. Extra guests will incur a $50.00/per person fee.
You must pick up after your pet in both the house and neighborhood. An additional fee of up to $50.00 will be added for "Poo Patrol" if needed.

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 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

Carpinteria

Located in Carpinteria, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. 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. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel 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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Summerland, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Miramar Beach - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Butterfly Beach - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Carpinteria State Beach - 8 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Rincon Alteno - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Apiary Ciderworks and Meadery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Padaro Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Ocean & Mountain Views in Tranquil Setting pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Stunning Ocean & Mountain Views in Tranquil Setting?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Ocean & Mountain Views in Tranquil Setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Ocean & Mountain Views in Tranquil Setting located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, Pacifica Graduate Institute Ladera Lane Campus and Seaside Gardens. Toro Canyon Off Leash Area and Lookout 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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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taylor E.

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

Great Thanksgiving retreat

Wonderful old-school Montecito vibes, vintage furniture and decor with an absolutely incredible view of the ocean and forest. Every room more cozy than the last, great variety of vibes and sleeping arrangements, the property itself a wonderland garden with lush, mature landscaping in a private oasis. Absolutely top-notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Spacious, Wonderful Outdoor Spaces, Great Location

We stayed for 8 nights, it was great. Plenty of room inside and well equipped with just about everything you need (sadly we didn't notice the blueberry muffins the host had provided until we were leaving!). The deck and outdoor space were great with seabreeze and views. Our dog particularly enjoyed the ability to roam around outside without leash. Easy access to downtown SB, Montecito and spectacular beaches east of SB. Would love to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isari A.

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

We had a lovely weekend in Summerland!

Easy access, beautifully situated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Santa Barbara perfection

This well maintained house was perfect for our weekend wedding in the Santa Barbara area. All of the accommodations were perfect. The spacious balcony with views toward the Pacific Ocean is spectacular. It was perfectly located for us with quick access to the Pacific Coast Highway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Perfect location

It was a perfect location to our fundraising event. The common living space was perfect for preparing for the event as well as our debrief!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

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

Great place to relax and enjoy the ocean view and breeze!

It was wonderful -- exactly as advertised!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

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

Private Sanctuary

Comfortable and spotlessly clean home in a convenient location near Carpinteria, Summerland and Hwy 101. Surrounded by stunning gardens with lots of indoor and outdoor space. Host provided several nice amenities such as coffee, croissants and facial skin care products. Also, she was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor R.

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

Great views!

Close to freeway and great Location. Made fiesta in Santa Barbara amazing. Susan was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia K.

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

Wonderful stay, perfect house!

The house is conveniently located for Montecito, Ojai and Santa Barbara. It had everything one could possibly need. Fantastic balcony with multiple seating areas and a gorgeous view of the ocean. Great running and walking trails right out the door!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

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

Great home in gorgeous location!

We were in town to celebrate our Mom’s 70th and we couldn’t have picked a better place. Susan is very prompt and thoughtful in her communication and the home is located a short drive from Santa Barbara. It was the perfect blend and quiet and stunning while still having access to all the fun downtown. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Z., Austin Texas

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

Stunning views

Beautiful views of ocean and lush landscaping from the balcony. House was fully equipped with everything you might need for a comfortable stay, and the owner was very communicative and responsive. Our family loved having meals outside and admiring the gardens.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay S.

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

Luxurious Santa Barbara getaway

We had a lovely time at Susan's home. The property has plenty of space, is very clean and the 40+ foot covered porch is the highlight where we enjoyed breakfast, did yoga and watched stars at night. Susan also gave us useful restaurant recommendations. The property is very conveniently located to take advantage of the activities in the area. We would gladly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janell W.

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

Thanksgiving family gathering

We had a lovely time. We really enjoyed the wonderful ocean view balcony and the fire pit. The house was comfortable, I enjoyed the quiet, and waking up to the sunrise over the ocean. Thanks Susan for going out of your way to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

A guest from , K.

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

lovely Summerland home

We enjoyed staying in the Summerland. The big porch was lovely to sit on (rain or shine) while looking out over the valley and the ocean. The yard was big and a nice place for our dog to get out. There are also several nice walks nearby. The two main bedrooms are big and comfortable. The third bedroom is small and probably best for 1 person or a child or two.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rajib

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property met with my teenage daughter's approval and that itself merits it 5 star ratings. We spent sunset hours mostly in spacious balcony from where you can see a canopy of green and the pacific ocean. The garden below is lush and beautiful. You know it has been grown with care over decades. The house is spacious, kitchen is modern and the bathrooms beautiful. We locked ourselves out late at night on account of our own errors and the owner (and her daughter) responded quickly. Beyond the house, while we enjoyed everything in Santa Barbara, our highlights were 2 - one sunset on the nearby Santa Claus beach and the Vedanta temple a bit further up on the hills behind the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

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

Christmas in Summerland

We reserved this property on short notice the week before Christmas. Our hostess was kind enough to put out Christmas decorations for us and make some personal recommendations for us based on her knowledge of the area. We enjoyed some time together in the sun.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ravi S.

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

Relaxing around Santa Barbara

Nice home with plenty of space inside and out. Enjoyed sitting in the living room with the view of the canopy of the trees in the backyard. Host was quite helpful left the lights on so we could find the home easily late at night. Fresh baked muffins were yummy and made us feel at home. Will definitely stay here in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Great cozy classic rental

This rental was very enjoyable. First, Susan was a fantastic host and is very responsive. We knew if we needed anything she’d be ready. Second, the home is classic and feels like a home. It is very well appointed and has everything you need. The deck is fantastic and looks over avocado trees straight to the ocean. We truly enjoyed our stay in a great location and will be returning whenever we can.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

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

Summerland getaway

The house is located an easy 10 minutes south of downtown Santa Barbara near Summerland, a laid-back little community with a couple good cafes. It was the perfect size for my husband and myself plus two young teen boys. All the amenities and easy parking. Beautiful view of the water from the back porch. There is a nice little beach about 3 minutes drive down the road which we found to be not as crowded as the beaches nearer SB. We’d definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

A Lovely Stay

We had the most fantastic stay! The home is minutes from the freeway, and very easy to locate. We loved that the home is not on a traditional street/neighborhood- it’s private with plenty of parking and quietly surrounded by beautiful fruit trees and seasonal vegetation. The house is perfectly distributed in space offering various spots to sit and enjoy each other’s company, the outside beautiful long balcony that oversees the ocean, and best of all- it’s nooks for your quiet moments. Overall, it was all that we wanted for our family and more. We look forward to many more stays. Thank you, Susan for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Quinton A.

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

Tranquil Beauty

Large tranquil patio overlooking a luscious tree canopy with a remarkable variety of flora adorned with oceanviews. Birdlife, horses and rustling tree leaves are a welcome respite from the city sounds. All necessary amenities and well equipped kitchen. Private driveway and secure parking. Serene neigborhood with peaceful neighbors and beautiful surroundings. Large spacious rooms throughout. Owner’s communication readily available and prompt yet not overbearing. Property location private, at the same time accessibility to Summerland and local beaches a short drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

james m.

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

Beyond Expectations!

Amazing home, gorgeous property, gracious and welcoming hostess - this experience exceeded all of our expectations! We have rented through various agencies in several states over the years, but this visit rises to the top of the list.... Everything was very lovingly maintained, the home well-stocked with everything from spices and cookware to extra towels and bedding. There was plenty of room for all of us (three grandparents, our daughter and the two of us) to spread out and have privacy or to gather in one location... usually, the deck to enjoy the views. We couldn't have asked for a better visit, and Susan was a wonderful host. We highly recommend enjoying this home and would love to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

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

VRBO SUCKS “.”

The communication with VRBO was so awful that awful would say it’s awful. NEVER received a confirmation NEVER received ANYTHING”.” Based on my experience with VRBO I wouldn’t let VRBO manage a pay toilet!!!!! I was EXTREMELY grateful that the owner of the property got involved even they said VRBO was worthless. Finally got a phone call from “someone” not sure what country couldn’t understand a single word what that person said…..saved it as a joke if anyone wants a laugh I’ll forward it Jay D. Haber, PhD
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra D.

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

Relaxing and Beautiful

My family and I had a wonderful stay in Summerland. We have family in Santa Barbara but this was our first time in Summerland and it's such a magical place! This rental was perfect for us - two sitting rooms with incredibly comfortable furniture, a large kitchen with everything we needed to cook delicious meals, an extra large balcony with comfy couches and GORGEOUS views, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a large tub! The place has big windows in every room and lots of light. You can see the ocean through the trees from the balcony and the weather in October was perfect for sitting outside. The beach is so easy to get to and was one of the best beaches we've been to. Susan left a sweet welcoming letter and was very accessible and responsive to any questions we had. She provided us with EVERYTHING we could possibly need during our stay. She even made us some delicious muffins and let us take avocados from her tree! Five stars!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Emily S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great view and location, old furnishings

We enjoyed our time at this home and its beautiful view. The house is spacious and had a great location, with a cool breeze coming in from the west. However, the furnishings are quite old, and most of the outdoor seating is not worth sitting on—uncomfortable, dirty, spiderwebs, lichen, etc. The outdoor tabletop consisted of a piece of warped plywood with a tablecloth over it. (There was a note from the host saying that would be replaced later). There was one newish outdoor sofa that we spent most of our time on, and we enjoyed that. None of the large screen doors worked properly; we were constantly putting them back on their slides. The house had everything we needed… and a few things we didn’t want, like lots of old personal hygiene products in the bathroom drawers and cabinets. The interior was clean, and the kitchen looked recently remodeled. The carpeting in the house was quite old/worn. Important to note that this is not a stand-alone house. The VRBO rental is the upper level of the house, and there is someone (I think the host?) living in the lower level. The garden has orange, peach, lemon and avocado trees. Overall, view and location are great, but at over $600/night, we felt we had paid too much. We would not rent again due to the discrepancy between the furnishings and the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Susan Gottlieb

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A long term resident in Santa Barbara County, I love gardening, horseback riding, my Dandy Dinmont (betcha you never heard of this breed) dog, and my adult kids and grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

Deemed a holy site many centuries ago by the Chumash Indians because of it's location at the top a hill, this property soothes my senses and constantly uplifts my spirit. Facing south toward the Pacific Ocean it offers glorious views of the ocean as well as superb mountain views. Away from the hustle everyday life it is a serene space hidden away on a private road. It is also extremely safe...nobody knows it is here.

What makes this property unique

The house itself is sunny, bright and a happy place to be. Outdoors blend seamlessly into indoor spaces and almost everything grows well here. The room are large and inviting and the outdoor spaces unique.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests