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Amazingly Located Downtown House with Patio and Yard!

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Off-street parking available right in front of home
Parking area for 2 vehicles
Enjoy meals in the dining nook
Fully-equipped kitchen for making meals at home
Kitchen and dining area on the first floor

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 696.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Bowl
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Amazingly Located Downtown House with Patio and Yard!

Live like a local at Downtown Quaint Cottage!

Built in 1890 and refurbished top to bottom in 2007, this Quaint Country Cottage shines like a Gem! Tucked away on a quiet lane 3 blocks from State Street, the center of downtown, this home away from home offers every amenity you want when vacationing. 19th Century Charm includes an inviting front porch, hardwood floors, classic molding, plantation shutters, cottage windows and a private fenced backyard.

The location of this cottage is hard to beat when it comes to taking in Santa Barbara's downtown area. With the best restaurants and famous theaters 3-4 blocks away, the town is literally at your doorstep. Santa Barbara's world famous beaches, Mission, Pier, and Rose Gardens are all within a 5 minute drive! Biking and walking are definitely conducive for much of your local destinations or you can ride the quaint trolleys that zip up and down State Street. This cottage is centrally located to everything the city has to offer which is key for your vacation enjoyment!

The owners have gone out of their way to ensure your comfort. Brand new furnishings and appliances are for you to enjoy and the kitchen is stocked with everything the budding chef might need. The living room has a 42” flat screen TV along with DVD/Blu-ray player, HD cable, streaming apps & stereo system. This home best accommodates no more than 4 adults and you can put a few small children on the queen size sofa sleeper. There are 2 remodeled bathrooms and a bedroom on each level (including a private master suite upstairs). Take advantage of the convenience of a private 2 car driveway, which is a value in itself in Downtown Santa Barbara.

You will want to make this your destination to come back and visit with family and friends exploring all that Santa Barbara has to offer in this inviting home away from Home!

Property manager

Samantha Ireland
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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 in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. 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. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Arlington Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 7 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Savoy Cafe & Deli - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finch & Fork - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tino's Italian Grocery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Barbareño - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazingly Located Downtown House with Patio and Yard! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazingly Located Downtown House with Patio and Yard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazingly Located Downtown House with Patio and Yard!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazingly Located Downtown House with Patio and Yard! located?

Located in the heart of Santa Barbara, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Santa Barbara Public Market and Santa Barbara Harbor. Granada Theatre and Arlington Theater are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 25 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

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

Will definitely return.

The quaint cottage is as the name implies, darling, quaint and wonderfully comfortable. I’ve just spent 5 weeks here and it was too short. The owner has outfitted the kitchen with every imaginable utensil, wine stoppers, garlic press, spices, laundry products. The first floor bedroom is where I stayed, with a small adjoining bathroom, could have used a shelf for toiletries. The second floor is more spacious but accessible by two short flights of stairs. I’ve enjoyed my stay here, and grew to love the quietness of the tiny street, and it became more attractive as the construction across the street came to a conclusion. Was not fond of their porta-potty -10 feet from my front door, but that was removed a week before I left. The management company is outstanding and was quick to respond to calls when small issues arose. Kudos to our property specialist Ann-Marie who was a terrific problem solver. Office staff was quick to relay messages. I would encourage you to stay there, and I am anxious to rebook for next year. I definitely would come back next year.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

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

Comfortable cottage, great location

We just spent 5 lovely weeks in Santa Barbara and were very happy with our cottage. It was a short walk to downtown and a medium walk to the beach. Easy to get to a car rental location and a well-stocked kitchen. The garden and outdoor eating space was wonderful! It’s small - ideal for 2.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Shelly K., McKinney, TX

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Love SB

Upon arrival we checked in and looked around the cute cottage. We didn’t know the front porch faced another house and just off an ally but didn’t mind. However, there was mold around the upstairs tub that wasn’t able to get remediated while we were there. There’s no ventilation in the upstairs bathroom. There was a heatwave and no portable AC was available for use. The Gardner only showed up once instead of weekly. We drove in from out of state and couldn’t do anything to cool off or buy a portable AC since everyone was sold out. The property manager called to show the property. We’ve stayed at many places and never have been asked to show a property we’re staying in. There are mice in the backyard around the BBQ in the ivy. We didn’t use the BBQ as a result. We were booked for five weeks and had to cut our stay short after no sleep and being exhausted from the heat after a few weeks. Jill and Meagan were very responsive and as helpful as possible given the situation. Beware if you have animals. The fees are higher than stated in the VRBO listing. Super cute cottage. Just needs some work and portable AC for use when it’s hot. Box fans don’t cut it but are provided. The kitchen is awesome and has everything you need to cook. Sad we had to leave SB early.
Stayed 19 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Quant Cottage

The Cottage was more a little house and was very well stocked - particularly the kitchen. It is nice to have all the implements available that you have at home. Super comfortable little place and great location near State Street. We loved the deck and breakfasted out there every morning - in February!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Well equipped and attractively decorated. Loved the yard fray dog.

One of the best, very pleased.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Charming cottage

Great location. We could walk to many places. The home was well stocked. Very clean. We would book this again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Pamela A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Small space with some nice features.

The house is cute, well located. It is much smaller then we expected. The master bedroom is large. The master bath tiny. The main bathroom very small as well. The 2nd bedroom was a adequate size. The “living space” was very small and even though the house sleeps 6.(using a comfortable but complicated sofa bed). The house does not seat 6. Over all it was a good location, Worked fine. However not a place you want to order in and enjoy if you have more than 4 people. The key punch pad on the door worked well for useability.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ron L.

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

Santa Barbara

All excellent !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

VANESSA P.

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

Perfect Stay

Everything was wonderful and we loved our stay. The highlights for us were the adorable backyard, super comfortable beds, and wonderful location. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Location!

Cottage was great! Tucked away so felt pretty private. Good size space and outdoor area for my family (2 adults, 2 year old and 3 month old) plus our german shepherd. Location was perfect! Easy access to downtown and lots of places to eat. It was nice for my husband to walk down the street to grab us a quick bite to eat while I stayed in and watched the kids. Was also nice to stroll the kids downtown if we wanted to get out without going too far or having to drive. We also went to a near by dog beach only a 10 minute drive away!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

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

Great stay in Santa Barbara

All communication and instructions were timely and easy to follow. The house was charming, and the backyard was a great place to hang out and eat meals. We were very appreciate of the very well stocked kitchen since we love to cook. The location was perfect, it allowed us to walk just about everywhere. The beach chairs and towels were an added plus. We would defiantly stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Esther S.

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

Perfect cottage in downtown SB!

This house is absolutely lovely, a true gem in the heart of SB! It was a perfect getaway for my family and I. The house was super cozy and comfortable and stocked with everything we needed. You can tell the owners put a lot of TLC into the house because the place was very clean and well-maintained. Proximity to downtown was also wonderful. We loved walking to the shops and restaurants every day. The management was also very accommodating and quick to respond. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

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

Wonderful Stay

We loved the central location of the cottage. It was easy to get to everything in town. The cottage was exceptionally clean, comfortable furniture and beds and had plenty of room for 4 people. It would have been just fine to have a 5th. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Holly P.

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

Darling cottage

We had a very nice stay at this cottage. While the proximity to restaurants and shops was super convenient, we didn’t like the neighborhood, which was basically an alley. I would recommend this home to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

I would stay here again!

This was such a perfect place for our time in Santa Barbara. The home was perfect for our family of 4. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed, all brand new. Beds were comfortable and the porch and back yard were private and quiet. The owners were very accommodating. The only thing that was a little hard was the lighting in the master bathroom. It was hard to see when getting ready so we brought a lamp in and plugged it in. But I still would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

Excellent property!

Great, well-appointed house I terrific location. Spotless when we arrived. Note that sofa bed is VERY firm. We’d definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shan A.

Perfect

We were in town for a wedding, and the location of this wonderful rental home couldn’t have been more convenient. We were able to walk to just about everything we needed. The home itself was absolutely adorable, and had everything we needed. We were so comfortable and so happy with our experience. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

David R. and Bonnie Joy H.

Super clean and well appointed home! Easy walk to town and perfect for vacationing couple!

Truly impressed with all the little things that make the Curly Cottagr splendid! Spotless kitchen and bathrooms, comfy living room furniture, and extra added touches like spices, full range of cooking and eating utensils, and a wonderful small and private backyard. Great Place!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great Santa Barbara cottage

This is traditional SB alley cottage that has been updated without losing its character. The living area can comfortably handle four adults and the kitchen has everything needed for "vacation" cooking. The outdoor area is especially nice - private and well tended - we loved watching the hummingbirds with our morning coffee and listening to the birds with our evening wine. The master suite is spacious and the downstairs bedroom comfortably sized (mattress rolls couples to the middle so snuggle up). The pictures are a fair representation of what you will find. The management team also responded quickly to a minor question/issue with the keyless door lock. Lovely place to have a relaxing stay in a lovely town.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Santa Barbara Charmer

This is a typical Santa Barbara alley bungalow that has been updated and decorated to a very nice level. The pictures were a fair representation of the property, kitchen needs fully met, and bed and bath linens were fine. We particularly enjoyed the private outdoor space for coffee, meals and wine. The management team were quick to respond with help with the keyless doorlock. The downstairs bedroom mattress is a bit soft but upstairs master bedroom is spacious. Travelers were 2 parental units and one adult daughter visiting adult son living in SB- happy to find a place for future visits.

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin B.

Perfect fit, well stocked, and great location!

This cottage was a perfect fit for our group (4 adults and 2 kids)! We were so impressed with how well stocked the property was - plenty of towels, great kitchen, washer/dryer, etc. Everything was very comfortable! The location was perfect - central to State St. and great restaurants. It was an incredibly easy check-in/check-out. We couldn't have been happier - everything went smoothly!

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Very comfortable home with all amenities included.

We had a wonderful stay in the home. It had plenty of room for us (3 adults) and we enjoyed the beautiful weather in the lovely private backyard setting. We could walk most places in town and got in a lot of steps! We will definitely consider renting the home again on our next trip to Santa Barbara. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

adorable house, perfect location

There is nothing i can say bad about this property. Very clean, in a walkable location, and easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tamara L.

A home away from home!

Curley Cottage was our home away from home. We were in Santa Barbara for my daughters maxillofacial surgery. The home was outfitted with everything we needed post surgery including a great kithchen with a blender and two recliners! We stayed for 5 weeks and after the initial recovery we thoroughly enjoyed walking to shops, restaurants , grocery stores, drug stores, museums and theaters. We even walked to the Funk Zone and beach. We were just blocks from the Doctors office which was also convenient. My husband was able to work remotely and it was nice to have the front porch, back yard and upstairs bedrooom for phone calls. I would love to come back and stay at Curly Cottage again under better circumstances.

10/10 Excellent

Lynn and Martin H.

Quiet yet Right There

The Downtown Cottage was perfect for us. It had every convenience, parking, cozy, quiet, and the downtown within easy walking distance. The shower and kitchen were also terrific. The10 am check out was a bit difficult for me. Eleven would be best. My flight left at 6:30PM. Makes for a long day but I would certainly book here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

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