Quintessential Santa Barbara Architecture Close to Beach, Downtown & Funk Zone

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

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Dryer
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Parking available
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara Harbor
‪8 min walk‬
Stearns Wharf
‪9 min walk‬
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
‪4 min drive‬
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

*Featured in Condé Nast as one of best Airbnb's in California!* - an unsolicited review 😊

Red-tiled roof, charming 2/1 Spanish, 2 blks from The Wharf, Beach, Funk Zone & State St, modern, light, boutique-like flair. Walk to beach, Funk Zone, Downtown. Views of Riviera from living room. Meticulous, tasteful/understated decor, luxurious bedding, fully stocked & great amenities! One of the best Airbnb’s you will experience. Please read details carefully.
The space
If you are as particular as I am about where you stay, maybe this is the place for you.

What makes it special are location, natural light, style, cleanliness and luxurious linens and amenities. I take great care to provide you with the cleanest, softest white linens so that you know you are no hidden stains. The house also provides a high end kitchen, comfortable beds, and every amenity you might need including a fully stocked kitchen, bathroom, beach chairs, towels, toys and even flip flops.

If you prefer the services and style of boutique hotels with unique, sophisticated decor over the standard options, this may be your choice. Style is like the Biltmore meets the Kimpton hotel group.

Inspired by some places I have visited (Amangiri, The Boathouse at Mankas), my goal was to offer a place that I would be happy to stay in...

A place that is drenched with natural light and good energy, a space that is sophisticated but simple, modern but warm, very clean and very comfortable, and most importantly... inspiring.

Built by the renowned Spanish Style architect Alex D'Alfonso, this home retains all of the charm that makes it quintessentially Santa Barbara, but was tastefully upgraded and remodeled with modern furnishings and amenities to make it bright, functional and comfortable.

The home is well appointed and includes a gourmet kitchen, heated tile bathroom floors, soft luxurious bedding and down comforters, new beds, Apple TV, Netflix, Wifi, and high-end appliances including washer and dryer. No need to bring hair dryer, iron, first aid, etc. All stocked. :-)

**Also if there are any sensitivities, please let me know in advance. I try to accommodate as much as possible. Although they enjoyed their stay and said they want to return, I was recently surprised by a guest complaining about scent even thought candles and scent was mild and minimal. I guess you can be perfect for everyone (but I try) :-)

I look forward to hosting you and hope to inspire you during your visit to Santa Barbara.

Bedroom arrangements:
1 King bed in front bedroom and
1 queen bed in back bedroom.

Reviews on airbnb @ https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/9259666?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=a283e343-3a55-4b6a-8097-c63fc0d110aa

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Kathy

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English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Must return parking permit

Quiet hours, weekdays after 10, weekends after 11 PM.

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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

About the area

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this cottage. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Earl Warren Showgrounds.

Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Stearns Wharf - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Santa Barbara City College - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

Santa Barbara Station - 7 min walk
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
‪Chad’s - ‬6 min walk
‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬4 min walk
‪SB Biergarten - ‬6 min walk
‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quintessential Santa Barbara Architecture Close to Beach, Downtown & Funk Zone pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quintessential Santa Barbara Architecture Close to Beach, Downtown & Funk Zone?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quintessential Santa Barbara Architecture Close to Beach, Downtown & Funk Zone?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quintessential Santa Barbara Architecture Close to Beach, Downtown & Funk Zone located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Carriage and Western Art Museum and Moreton Bay Fig Tree are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Molly O.

10 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Santa Barbara Friends Getaway

This house has a great location, walking distance to lots of restaurants and shops and just a few minutes from the beach. The beds were very comfortable and the house had everything you need for stay. We happened to stay during a heat wave and found that it took quite awhile for the PLUG- IN AC to cool place off. The owner also requested us to turn this off while we were not in the home, texting us about it during our stay to remind us. This was a little frustrating as we booked this home because it stated it had AC. Overall if not there during a heatwave it would have been a better experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari V.

31 July 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERIN B.

29 July 2024

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

Location Location Location

This property is absolutely lovely but the biggest selling point is the location. It's an incredibly short walk to State Street, the beach, Funk Zone, etc. and the host provides a parking pass so you can park in front of the house. I would definitely book this location again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia O.

16 June 2024

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

Grad vacation

Beautiful stay! Great host!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzan D.

2 May 2024

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

Home Away From Home

Very clean, great location, well appointed, comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tessa C.

18 Apr 2024

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

Disliked: Communication

Cute little spot

Myself and two friends decided to go to Santa Barbara for a little getaway! The house was cute and in a great location!! There were a few things that were not present but was listed as being there. Example: It states that there is a hot tub and there is not!* (not sure if the Owner thinks a bathtub inside is a hot tub or not?) Pretty difficult to get the TV apps to work. Also, the owner lives in the back house (we ran into her late at night. Definitely scared us but she's very nice!) so if that bothers you than I would keep that in mind. Communication lagged. I didn't get any information and I finally had to call the owner to see if our visit was still a go. I also had to text her the next day about 2-3 hours before check in to remind her to send me the details. All in all, it was a good spot. Just little things that could have made our trip more enjoyable.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS D.

1 Mar 2024

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

Nice House in a Great Location

The property was as described on a quiet street and was very tastefully decorated with nice fixtures, appliances and amenities. The location was great - easy to walk to restaurants on lower State, the Funk Zone or down to the beach. It was only a block away from the train station but never really heard any noise from the train. Nice rental overall.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan V., Chicago IL

25 Feb 2024

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

4 days in Santa Barbara

The listing is accurate and as described. The house is vintage with updates and the bed was comfortable. The bathroom is small and lacks counter space but the vintage tile is nice. Adding a small table to the bathroom would definitely help. As an older traveler, I would suggest adding a grab bar in the shower to assist in getting in/out of the high tub, and removing or anchoring the throw rugs in the house. The location of this house is both good and bad. It is very walkable to downtown, the beach, and the Funk Zone, but is close to the Amtrak station and a youth hostel. The trains run often. If you are taking the train, great. If not, it can be an annoyance. If you are driving, there is no parking spot provided and you have to juggle street sweeping and weekend restrictions. The patio was nice for relaxing after a day of walking the city. Overall, the house is enjoyable.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

8 Dec 2023

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

Great Location, Great Stay

We enjoyed the ease of check-in/out and being able to bike and walk to all of our favorite places. The home was well-appointed and had everything we needed. The location couldn't be better. The train is pretty close, so we would just recommend bringing a little sound machine. We would definitely stay her again!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jess D.

5 Dec 2023

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

Lovely house in a great location

We had a really lovely stay here. The home was comfortable with everything we needed and was walking distance to the beach, restaurants, shopping and more strenuous hikes. It was really an ideal spot for anyone looking to be close to everything. Kathy was a wonderful host. She was super responsive and helpful during our entire stay without being at all intrusive.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt V.

14 May 2023

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

Perfect location

House was perfect for my fiancé and myself (could comfortably host two couples). Great location with easy walking access to Funk Zone and State Street. Easy check in process

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia K.

6 Mar 2023

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

Great little place to stay

Great location! What a great little place to stay. Felt like home away from home.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara E., Baltimore, MD

6 Feb 2023

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

Calif Cottage

The cottage is charming, comfortable, and attractively furnished.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kathy

II love traveling but prefer destinations that offer adventurer, beautiful scenery, comfort and style. No vanilla for me! Love to inspire and be inspired!

Why they chose this property

It is the quintessential Santa Barbara architectural cottage, with oak flooring, arched doorways, lots of charm. Best location, close to the beach, downtown and the Funk Zone. You don't really need a car. You can walk to everything.

What makes this property unique

Style, private patio, beautiful bathroom, super clean and lots of natural light.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

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1 bathroom

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