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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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206 La Plata, Santa Barbara, CA, 93109
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Primary Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Tropical Retreat South - Oceanview Loft on East Mesa

Oceanview Loft on East Mesa

​​​​​​​1 BEDROOM | 1 BATHROOM | 2 GUESTS
*30-Night Minimum Required

Located in the Marine Terrace neighborhood, you’ll be less than one block away from the desirable Shoreline Park which offers open green space, panoramic views of the ocean, a children’s playground, steps to Leadbetter Beach. Walk a tad farther and you’re at the Santa Barbara Harbor where you can book a whale-watching cruise, rent stand-up paddleboards, and choose from a variety of restaurants that are right on the water.

The private upstairs loft has been completely remodeled with high-quality finishes and decor. A balcony faces the Channel Islands offering ocean views and a quaint seating area. The Kitchen, Dining Nook, and Living Room flow together anchored by a stone fireplace. The large Bedroom features a walk-in closet, high ceilings, and luxury Bathroom. (Note: There is another separate and private home on the main level).

Please note: (COMMUNAL AREAS RESTRICTIONS): The Property contains communal areas on the property that are restricted and off limits to the guests of Tropical Retreat South. Restricted areas include the backyard area, spa, and all recreation items.​​​​​​​

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Upper level guest house with private entrance
- Completely Remodeled Interior
- One block from the beach
- Ocean Views

FAQ's:
- Property Address: Available after reservation confirmation
- TV's: 48"(2)
- High Speed WiFi: YES
- Coffee Maker: Automatic Drip
- Bedroom/Bathroom Details: See "Rooms/Beds" tab above
- Parking Max: 1 Car (Garage-0 / Driveway-0 / Street-Limited)
- # of King Size Beds: 1
- Air Conditioning (A/C): NO (portable fans available)
- Party Rentals/Hosted Events: Prohibited

**GUEST AGREES TO ELECTRONICALLY SIGN OUR RESERVATION AGREEMENT within 2 days of booking. (Emailed to Guest upon booking.)**

POLICIES:
- Quiet Hours 9:00pm - 9:00am. Please respect our neighbors.
- Minimum Age of Primary Guest: 30 years or older.
- No smoking on property.
- Pet Policy: Call us!
- No party rentals or hosted events.
- Check-in time is 3:00pm or later.
- Check-out time is 10:00am or earlier.
- Manager/Homeowner reserves the right to deny reservation.
- Until confirmed, rates are subject to change.

Please note: We require an eSigned short-term rental agreement before finalizing your reservation.

Pets may be considered at this home but require written authorization and additional fees.

Property manager

Paradise Retreats
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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: 30
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 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

About the area

Santa Barbara

The Mesa, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. 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. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 6 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 6 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shoreline Beach Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brophy Bros. Santa Barbara - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Retreat South - Oceanview Loft on East Mesa pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tropical Retreat South - Oceanview Loft on East Mesa?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Tropical Retreat South - Oceanview Loft on East Mesa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Retreat South - Oceanview Loft on East Mesa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Retreat South - Oceanview Loft on East Mesa located?

Located in The Mesa, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shoreline Park and Santa Barbara Harbor. Santa Barbara City College and 1000 Steps Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

donald c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location!

Great location! Beautiful view of the sea! Quiet neighborhood. Comfortable place to relax! Full kitchen was helpful. The listing says air conditioning on the amenities list and there is no AC.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

damian g.

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

Perfect

Perfect
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig O.

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

East Mesa February 2024

Beautiful unit. Excellent location for access to all things waterfront. Close to groceries and restaurants.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe T.

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

Great property - Would definitely stay again

Everything was great and as promised. Very clean. Only suggestion would be to get a new kitchen table. While the table looks really cool, it not functional at all. No place to really sit comfortably and eat breakfast. I would not let this deter me from renting the property again, it was really nice place and great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan R., Sarasota

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

Paradise on the Mesa

This little piece of paradise on the Mesa was perfect for this couple. Very well stocked and beautifully decorated. The small balcony made ALL the difference providing round the clock views of the Pacific Ocean, sunrises, sunsets, full moons, twinkling lights from boats and even the oil platforms off the coast. Just the right amount of space for 2 people for coffee or cocktails with comfy bar height chairs and bistro tables. And constant entertainment from hummingbirds buzzing all around. Quiet neighborhood just one block from Shoreline Park which is a walker’s paradise overlooking the ocean. Short walk to the Park, Ledbetter Beach, Shoreline Cafe, the Marina/harbor and Stearns Wharf, lower state Street and the funk zone. We walked and biked 90% of the time to everywhere we wanted to go for our 5 week stay. Grocery stores, coffee shops and cafes all within a mile. If you love the water, the Mesa location can’t be beat. The apartment had everything we needed. Super comfy king size bed. Huge walk-in closet. Full size stackable washer/dryer. Cozy gas fireplace for chilly evenings. Well appointed kitchen and 2 large TVs (but who needs a TV in Santa Barbara?!) Street parking was never a problem. Host company was very responsive and helpful with any questions/issues we had. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 35 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina H.

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

Quick stay

Clean property, very comfortable bed, nice neighborhood. Would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Detlef A.

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

Family visit

My wife and I visited our family in Santa Barbara. The apartment was wonderful, the view from the balcony was great, especially to see the fireworks on July 4 was impressive. Thanks to Paradise Retreat things were made easy.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

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

Memorial Day weekend stay

Second time staying at this property. We love the location and appreciate the kitchen as we use it to prepare most of our meals.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

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

Best place to stay in Shoreline Park area Santa Barbara

Tropical Retreat South, Ocean View Loft is a wonderful place to stay. Relaxing, great neighborhood, convenient to Shoreline Park / ocean walks and views, easy to get to downtown Santa Barbara and many wonderful mesa hikes. I highly recommend the amenities and responsiveness of the host company. Truly wonderful experience! We stayed an entire month!!
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Don’t hesitate this is THE one!

Probably one of the nicest vacation rentals I’ve stayed in and I’ve stayed in a lot! This was a last minute trip for us and we consider ourselves so fortunate to have found this beautiful little oasis. We were on a long weekend romantic getaway and this place could not have been more perfect. Immaculately clean, beautifully decorated and high end everything, steps to the beach and had everything we needed. We can not wait to come back. Management was responsive and highly knowledgeable when we called ahead to find out what kind of coffee maker the home had they were fast and very friendly to get us the info and offer suggestions for the area. It’s a keurig coffee maker btw. Don’t hesitate for a second. Book this fantastic space!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles E.

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

Good Location

Easy access to downtown. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles J.

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

Wonderful I will be back.

I travel to Santa Barbara three times per year to visit friends and hike on the Islands. I have found a new and wonderful place to stay. East Mesa is perfect and will return. Thanks for the bottle of wine, nice touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Nice experience

Great location. For the most part quiet neighborhood. Toddlers next door, up and outdoor at 7:00 am., though not a problem with a couple from Texas on CST. Unit had an ant problem which was brought to mgmts. Attention. None the less, will try to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Wonderful retreat

Very nice place. Close to everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

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