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Santa Barbara Retreat - Spacious, Luxurious & Private with Gorgeous Gardens

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Outdoor Fire Pit Lounge at Sunset
Garden View Living Room Downstairs
Downstairs Living Room
Gourmet Chef's Kitchen - Open to the Dining Room
Kitchen Bar Island

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Mission Santa Barbara
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Bowl
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs Guest

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Main

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Front

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Guest

1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Downstairs Guest Bathroom - En Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Downstairs Main Bathroom - En Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Upstairs Primary Bath - En Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Santa Barbara Retreat - Spacious, Luxurious & Private with Gorgeous Gardens

Accepting discounted 30+ day stays for Summer 2025 between June 15th and August 15th!

Our unique, architect-designed home is fully stocked with a gourmet kitchen and colorful, artistic touches throughout. It has been featured in design magazines. Our home offers complete privacy in a lovely natural setting down a private lane, yet is only minutes from downtown, the Mission Rose Garden, Montecito, the beach, and hiking trails. Easy access to Ojai and the Santa Ynez & Los Olivos wine country.

Note: We require the $5000 property damage protection through VRBO (purchased for $119, non-refundable). VRBO does not include this in the quick quote, but we will include it in any pre-approval.

Now accepting 30-day reservations for Summer 2025 - between Jun 15th and Aug 15th.

With 4 bedrooms/5 bathrooms, this home is perfect for 2 groups traveling together, extended families or a couples trip - with plenty of community space for socializing and quiet nooks and patios for relaxing. The home is located on a half-acre wooded property and is walking distance to the Santa Barbara Mission, Botanic Garden, Natural History Museum, and some of Santa Barbara's best hiking trails.

The remodeled, high-end, chef's kitchen that is fully stocked and open to the dining room and downstairs living room for easy entertaining.

Upstairs, the great room affords a magnificent tree house view of majestic oak trees through a wall of windows. The great room is warm and inviting with a large sectional sofa and flat screen TV, piano, and play area/reading area. French doors open from the great room onto the upstairs outdoor patio and dining area which floats in the treetops.

There are 4, generously-sized bedrooms total and 5 new bathrooms plus an office/bonus room with a full size bed - 2 bedrooms/3 bath downstairs and 2 bedrooms/2 bath upstairs.
Upstairs
- Primary: Cal-King Size Bed, Desk, en suite bathroom
- Bedroom #2: Queen-Size Bed, Desk
- Bathroom #2
- Office/Bonus Room: Desk and Full Size bed
Downstairs
- Bedroom #3: Queen-Size Bed, en suite bathroom
- Bedroom #4: Queen-Size Bed, en suite bathroom - Bathroom #5

Perfect for romantic retreats and family vacations alike. Boogie board, soft top surf boards, beach chairs, and beach cooler are available. The home is only minutes to the beach, downtown shopping and Santa Barbara sights, but you may never want to leave.

* This home is great for families with older children and groups of responsible, adult couples. Primary guests must be age 30 or older.
* No weddings, no parties with additional guests - due to STRICT neighborhood regulations.
* Parking for 4 cars MAXIMUM.
* Property is in a residential neighborhood. Quiet time is from 10pm-8am.
* NO PETS and NO SMOKING indoors or outside.
(If there is any evidence of violation of the above rules, the full deposit will be forfeited.)

Property manager

Isa Hendry-Eaton

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
No Parties/Weddings/Receptions, or any gatherings.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- NO refunds for mandatory/voluntary evacuations due to fire/flood/smoke. - USPS mail is on hold for rental periods.

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
Note from host: No Parties/Weddings/Receptions, or any gatherings.
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located in Mission Canyon, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this holiday home is in a rural area. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Earl Warren Showgrounds. 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

  • Mission Santa Barbara - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Upper State Street - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 11 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 17 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Live Oak Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McConnell's Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harry's Plaza Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Belly - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa Barbara Retreat - Spacious, Luxurious & Private with Gorgeous Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Santa Barbara Retreat - Spacious, Luxurious & Private with Gorgeous Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Santa Barbara Retreat - Spacious, Luxurious & Private with Gorgeous Gardens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Santa Barbara Retreat - Spacious, Luxurious & Private with Gorgeous Gardens located?

This family-friendly Santa Barbara holiday home is located in a rural location, within a 5-minute walk of Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and Santa Barbara Botanical Garden. Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Seven Falls are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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. 28 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jody a.

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

Cool property

This was a fun house for our family to stay in. Lots of indoor and outdoor spaces to choose from. I would recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele R.

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

Most Enjoyable!

Spacious accommodations in a beautiful natural setting. Perfect for a family vacay. Close to activities, hiking, dining- would highly recommend and would book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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

Terrific Property.

A real unique spot. Great for hiking nearby. Quick drive to the beach. The property is very quiet and tranquil…. We had a terrific stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F., Erieville

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

AMAZING!

This home was everything promised and more! The pictures do not do it justice. By far, our favorite VRBO stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka P., Oakland, California

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

Wonderful house

We rented this home for 3 weeks to work remotely and take advantage of the beach, surf camp for the kids, etc. The host was great at communicating all the details and quick to respond to any questions. The house is lovely in a beautiful neighborhood, with all the amenities and comforts needed for a relaxing stay. Thank you!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meredith R.

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

Wonderful California Mid Century Modern Home

The home is lovely - tucked away up on the mountains of Santa Barbara but super close to town and the Botanical Gardens. And the wineries in the Santa Ynez Valley! Isa and Darryl were great, very responsive and provided thorough instructions on various things around the home. Kitchen was well-equipped and we loved using the Peloton since it was unfortunately a very rainy & cold week. We were hoping to live outside - wonderfully landscaped outdoor living spaces, but the weather didn't allow us to. Highly recommend this property - super clean, nicely decorated. Perfect for our family gathering over the holidays. We enjoyed the Christmas tree and lights as well! Very festive! Thank you for a great family gathering.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Perfect Thanksgiving rental for family gathering

The property was exactly as advertised. Perfect for our family gathering. Great hosts. One of the best rentals we have ever had, and we have had many.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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

Elevated getaway

Seven Oaks was the perfect home base for our first trip to Santa Barbara. It’s about ten minutes from anywhere we wanted to be - restaurants on State Street, beaches, hiking. The home itself has a fantastic yard with lots of little nooks to discover. We especially enjoyed the fire pit and relaxing with a little ping-pong. The interior was well decorated, comfortable with all the amenities, and very clean. The short walk to the Botanical Gardens was definitely worth it.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

michelle p.

Wonderful retreat in beautiful setting!

We had a wonderful time staying at this house. It was a great retreat with a lovely garden and space for our family. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

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

Beautiful!

We traveled with three small children and had some family visit as well. The home is spacious and the garden is exquisite and we could have spent all our time relaxing in their home if we had to. We highly recommend this place!

10/10 Excellent

susie A.

Stunningly beautiful property and house

The house is the rare combination of being absolutely stunning while also being incredibly comfortable. My sister and I grew up in Santa Barbara, and try to return with our families every year or so, renting varoius houses in the area. This was by far our favorite and exceeded our expectations... the kids loved the trampoline, swing and large upstairs area for reading and games, the adults loved the beautiful landscaping, tree house feel of the whole property, the hot tub and the overall peaceful atmosphere. I especially loved the balcony, which provided a perfect nook for reading . The kitchen was spacious and well stocked, and we took advantage of both the interior and exterior spacious eating areas. The location of the property is very convenient, situated close to the botanical gardens, several hiking trails and the natural history museum while also being just an easy ten minute drive to restaurants and grocery stores. Isa and Darryl were available via text to ensure that everything went smoothly (it did!). We feel so lucky to have been able to enjoy this beautiful property and thank them for opening their lovely home to us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Heidi and Rick S.

Excellent property. Clean, creative, warm.

Overall, we had an excellent stay. The only hitch was on Sunday morning we woke up to what appeared to be a pile of dirt at the base of the wall where the staircase leads to the second floor. I wasn't sure what caused the dirt pile or how it got there so I grabbed a broom to sweep it up. When I swept up the dirt a zillion ants came crawling out of the dirt pile. Evidently the ants had come from behind the wall, possibly building a nest or something. Kind of a bummer but fortunately it was Sun morning. Other than that, no problems. We loved the house. Thx again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Dallas, TX

Truly a retreat!

The house was a great place to stay in SB. We spent as much time as we could in the outside oasis! The location was remote, yet very close to the beach, airport and State Street. For those that didn't want to climb stairs, the first floor had everything needed. We entertained local friends with breakfast and lunches. The kitchen and dining room provided a wonderful place to serve, eat and visit! We had a local restaurant deliver food right to the house. The glass enclosed den, just off of the kitchen was a peaceful place to visit or watch the hummingbirds on their morning flight. We would definetly rent this retreat again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Renu M., Berkeley, CA

Picture Perfect, Rustic Chic Retreat

This was the perfect house for our group of 2 families with kids. The house itself is incredibly spacious and is situated on a flat lot perfect for kids to run around safely. The extra large outdoor trampoline was a huge hit, as were the treehouse, tree swing, zipline and hot tub. The house is located within 10-15 minutes of the best Santa Barbara has to offer and is a quiet retreat with multiple indoor and outdoor seating areas for relaxing and entertaining. The bedrooms offer privacy & serenity and the vibrant pops of color throughout the house add a special touch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debby B.

Beautiful yet Comfortable Santa Barbara Get-A-Way

This lovely home is nestled among herbal gardens and towering trees. The home's four bedrooms and two gathering areas can accommodate a large family. The harvest table easily sits 10 people for dining. There is a warm and comfortable atmosphere that permeates each room. Our family had the perfect reunion here as were gathered together from around the country. It truly felt like "home"!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Fantastic Home!

My family still talks about what a wonderful, unique house this is! We rented it for the week around our daughter's graduation from UCSB in June, wanting a place that would allow us to all stay together, have a graduation party and be in a great location. Seven Oaks exceeded our expectations. The beautiful setting feels serene and secluded, yet it's just minutes away from downtown Santa Barbara and only about 20 minutes to the campus. The numbers in our group ranged from just my husband and I, to 13 on the night of the graduation barbecue. The house easily accommodated that number and parking was not a problem, fitting eight vehicles that evening. The house itself is absolutely gorgeous, the attention to detail amazing, yet I never worried about the children in out group breaking things as it is a very kid friendly home. The "great room" upstairs and the kitchen/dining/fireplace room downstairs were perfect gather spots for everyone. The kitchen is large and stocked with everything needed for large gathering with a great BarBQ outside, off the laundry room. My two favorite areas were what I called the daybed deck and "fishbowl/fern room". The daybed deck was where I found myself the most often; enjoying a book, napping and recharging. (Gotta admit, we jokingly tried to figure out a way to get that beautifully unique daybed home with us!). The cozy "fishbowl" room (so-called, because of the two glass walls, that at night allow everyone to see in and in the daytime makes one feel like you're in the middle of a fern grotto), is such a beautiful, comfortable area that I frequently found everyone perched on every available surface. I just realized I hadn't mentioned the outdoors! What a magical setting! From the small, intimate seating areas that were just like little vignettes, the larger seating areas, the trampoline, tire swing, garden, lush landscaping...wow, what a paradise! This was a special time for us and I'm so glad we got to experience it while staying at Seven Oaks Retreat. Our memories of that time will always be colored by what a truly welcoming, beautiful home we were lucky to have found. I would definitely recommend this wonderful oasis to anyone! Thank you Isa!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

This home makes Santa Barbara our "Go To Destination"

We echo everything shared by other reviewers. Secluded from the city yet right on top of it at the same time. 5 minutes from an amazing hike, only 10 minutes from the ocean. Lovely home only matched by how pretty the outdoor setting and amenities were. We were a family of six - two kids (ages 2 and 9), two 40 something's and two 60 something's - and all of us felt comfortable never leaving the property on certain days. Darryl and Isa made themselves very available by phone / text and made excellent recommendations for our time in Santa Barbara.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Beautiful, clen, private.

We rented this property July 9-15, 2016. We were on a family vacation and had two families. The house has two bedrooms upstairs and two downstairs, which worked well for each family to have their own space. The kitchen is beautiful and big enough for several people to cook together. The outside is very pretty and so peaceful to sit out on the patio in the morning with your coffee. My grandsons loved the trampoline and the zip line. The home was very clean and well stocked with towels soap, shampoo and other necessities. The kitchen is also well stocked with utensils, although we could have used a few more steak knives. My children enjoyed the nearby hiking, and the beach is a very close drive. The upstairs playroom was great for the kids. The owners were very accommodating and easy to work with. We had a lovely stay and look forward to coming back. My only suggestion would be that a high chair and pack and play for babies would be very nice. Thank you for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cecily J.

We found our yearly rental!!!

We spent the perfect week long summer vacation at Isa's amazing home! We are a group of 10 with children ages 2-7. No time to be bored with all the amenities. Absolutely perfect home for a relaxing, family-friendly vacation! Close to everything Santa Barbara has to offer but with the best rural feel. We hope to be back year after year!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Stunning home, did not dissapoint!

I meant to leave a review a LONG time ago...better late than never ;) Our family of 7 stayed here last summer, which included kids ages 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10. Upon arrival, everything was perfectly clean and stocked. Lots of basic necessities, plenty of clean towels and sheets, even coolers and chairs for the beach. My kids would run upstairs and play in the great room for a while, and then take off outside to play in the grassy yard or take turns on the swing and trampoline. They were never bored! We went to the beach a couple of times which was a short drive away, as well as the zoo. And the garden area was so lovely! The only suggestion I would make would be to include curtains on all the bedroom windows for more privacy. Other than that, the place was perfect. Definitely straight out of a magazine. We would stay again if we have the chance. Thank you!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

Wonderful Christmas holiday

Our family (5 adults and two small boys) had a wonderful Christmas week at Seven Oaks. The house and garden were ideal, relaxing, comfortable,and family friendly, but still with attractive style and decor. The house is well provided with plenty of tableware, cutlery and cooking facilities. Additional bonuses were the lovely Christmas tree and the toys made available for the boys. Santa Barbara is a great place for a holiday and this house is in a fantastic setting. We would all love to go back again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic place!

This place was the perfect place for our Santa Barbara Stay (2 couples and 3 kids). Wonderful setting. Very calm and peaceful (for great nights of sleep). Super comfortable home with everything you need (we planned a last minute picnic at the beach and I even found a small cooler+ freezer packs to place our food). Simply amazing for kids: we had two young boys (3 and 6) and we did not need to open our toy bag from home. There are plenty of toys inside (blocks, magnetic tiles, puzzles, musical toys, foosball table etc… and plenty (dozens and dozens) of books for kids all ages. VERY impressive.). Also, the outdoor space is incredible and the swing and trampoline were a hit with the kids. The bedrooms are very large and comfortable. Perfect! Would go back in a heartbeat!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P., Scottsdale, AZ

What a great experience!

Perfect environment for families. Gorgeous, well-appointed home. Loved that it was nestled in the hills. It felt secluded but was a short drive to all Santa Barbara activities. We shared the home with another family. (So 2 couples and 4 kids total). Plenty of space, all the comforts of home. The outdoor amenities (zip line, trampoline, tree swing) kept our kids busy from morning til night when we were there. The hosts were so friendly and responsive. Check in & check out were easy. Definitely recommend it!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

Wonderful Experience

We had a fantastic stay! The home is perfect for adults and kids! The entire property is very inspirational. Great retreat feel yet a close drive to the coast! The home is spacious and cozy all at once. The hosts are very thoughtful and welcoming!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ken Y.

Heaven on earth

Great home for both adults and kids. Adults will appreciate the beautiful home, quiet setting and gorgeous scenery, plus convenience to SB. Kids will have a ton of fun in the yard on zip line and trampoline. Hosts were fantastic and provided easy check-in and great rec's on everything from beaches to restaurants!

About the host

Hosted by Isa Hendry-Eaton

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Seven Oaks Retreat is much more than a vacation rental, it is our dream home in Santa Barbara that we love to share with our special guests.

Why they chose this property

Our home has been completely remodeled, is ultra-private, yet only minutes away from downtown and the beach. We keep our property sparkling clean and impeccably maintained, employing weekly gardeners and a professional housekeeping crew.

Languages:

English, Spanish