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Upscale Downtown home. Walk to Beach, Bars, and Shops

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Livingroom
Dinning room
Livingroom
Sea Glass Bungalow
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81386 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom#3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Upscale Downtown home. Walk to Beach, Bars, and Shops

Sea Glass Bungalow delivers big on location. Front & center to the best of everything Santa Barbara has to offer. Get your restaurant and adventure apps ready! 1 Block to State Street, 6 Blocks to Ocean, Located in the Heart of Santa Barbara. Have you heard of Santa Barbara's FUNK ZONE? Well, if you haven't, you will have by the time you leave. Wine and Craft Brew connoisseur's flock to this special neighborhood to enjoy Art, Drink & Food & More Adventures are just minutes from your doorstep.

Located in the highly coveted historic Brinkerhoff district step back into time relax and enjoy in our landmark home. Graced with a covered street side porch this pedestrian friendly home offers a welcoming invitation to travelers. Upon entering our home you will be greeted with 10’ ceilings, a myriad of warm luminous sunlight that fills every room. Our home has been thoughtfully renewed with great attention to details. While respecting the historic roots of the home new modern conveniences have been introduced.
Our gourmet kitchen features Viking and subzero appliances, solid surface quartz countertops, ice maker, and is fully equipped with quality pans, pots, bakeware, bowls, serving dishes, cooking utensils, flatware and many more surprises for the cooking enthusiast. A coffee & Tea station that is equipped with a bean grinder, French press, cold brew carafe system, conventional coffeemaker, tea infuser as well as gourmet whole bean coffee and loose teas.
Our home offers on-site secure parking, has 2 bathrooms (no bath tubs), 3 private sunlit bedrooms with queen beds quality lines, warm soft blankets, two types of pillows (soft and firmer), feather duvets with throw blankets to insure a comfy stay. We also offer a queen soft bed for the unexpected guest. There is a professional washer and dryer and we include premium laundry soap, fabric softeners, dryer sheets, ironing board and iron and lint remover roll. The interior furnishings and color palette were professional designed by Restoration Hardware with comfort and transitional design elements.
The exterior space has layered landscape with magnolia, olive, and Australian bottle trees, strawberry fig, avocado, persimmon fruit trees are shared with our neighbors and hydrangea, boxwood, roses, and more help to finish off the historic landscape.

Property manager

Michael

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Dryer
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Air conditioning
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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
NO PARTIES AT ANY TIME
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We have a NO Smoking / vaping or candles policy.
While our #1 priority is insuring that our valued guests enjoy their stay with us, we also have an equally as important commitment to our neighbors.
In the event of an emergency to perform necessary repairs we reserve the right to enter the property.
Maximum number of occupancy Nights for any reservation or guest(s) shall not exceed 14 nights in total per calendar year.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 AT ANY TIME
This property uses wind and solar energy
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
Property Registration Number 65345

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor 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. 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

  • Santa Barbara City College - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 11 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪M. Special Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Eureka! Gourmet Burgers & Craft Beer - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wildcat Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sachi Ramen And Robata Bar - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Upscale Downtown home. Walk to Beach, Bars, and Shops pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Upscale Downtown home. Walk to Beach, Bars, and Shops?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upscale Downtown home. Walk to Beach, Bars, and Shops?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upscale Downtown home. Walk to Beach, Bars, and Shops located?

Located in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Paseo Nuevo Mall, Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor. Antioch University and Cabrillo Bikeway are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline D.

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

Amazing oasis

This spot was exactly as pictured in a great location. The host was very respectful, communicative, and attentive. I would definitely recommend this spot to a family or group renting in Santa Barbara!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin G.

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

Perfect Stay

Michael’s lovely house is exactly as described. The charming house is comfortable and modern in all the ways that matter and the high-end and finishes are impeccably maintained. True pride of ownership.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

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

Excellent property!

We loved this house! Top of the line everything! Fully stocked-coffee, tea, creamer, etc. Beds were wonderful. Walkable to so many fun things to do! Only bad thing was that we could only stay one night. We will definitely come back to this house
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most enjoyable stay in Santa Barbara

Beautiful property. The attention to detail and well stocked kitchen and bathrooms make staying here so easy. We will certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Top notch in every way

One of the best rental experiences I have ever had, and I have rented a lot of houses - half a dozen this year alone. Beautifully appointed home, great walkable location, super responsive owner. Absolutely perfect for our girls getaway. We felt completely pampered - more like a luxury hotel than a typical rental. Totally can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith S.

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

Anniversary Weekend

Lovely house. Clean, well-equiped. Had everything you'd want for your stay, including board games! Great location. Michael was an excellent communicator. Thank you for helping to make our family weekend stress-free!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

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

UCSB Graduation

Lovely house thoughtfully appointed. It was the perfect home for three couples. Easy walk to downtown and pier.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Beautiful, well-appointed home in a fantastic location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The home was beautiful and sparkling clean. Beds were comfy, as was the living room furniture. We enjoyed the covered front porch even in the rain (rare for Santa Barbara!). The kitchen was thoughtfully stocked with coffee and tea and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

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

Culinary Enthusiasts & Gamers Dream House.

Viking fridge, dishwasher, oven, All-Clad everything, etc... Amazing historic retreat. Too many amenities to list so I'll just say... wow! Step out the door and fall into restaurants, clubs and very cool shops and a stones throw to an upscale mall. Kudos!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Great House

The location near State street was terrific. The house was amazingly organized and I wish my home was this organized/clean. Host was super responsive. 5*
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

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

Perfect place to stay!

We went to celebrate my birthday, 3 couples. The house was convenient to everything- shops, restaurants, beach. The house itself was immaculate and plenty of space for 6 adults. The communication with our host was excellent, he made everything very easy. If we make it back to Santa Barbara we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

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

Perfect for Wedding in Santa Barbara

The 3 bedroom, 2 bath home was perfect for our short, 2 night stay in SB. Next time we come we plan to actually enjoy the home a bit more. Beds were comfy, filtered water throughout home along with easy to operate air/heating controls. Updated kitchen appliances, huge round dining table and a fully stocked kitchen and games to play. The homes offer 3 porches and its very own parking lot behind the house . We will rebook again!! Oh, the Host also sent us the history of home that dates back to 1906. Hubby mentioned that he felt right at home as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

wayne b.

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

Great location and beautifully furnished!

I’ve been to Santa Barbara several times and stayed in many VRBOs. This property was the best furnished of all! Four Seasons quality bedding, towels, and appliances. One block to State St makes it an easy walk to all the restaurants and attractions. We could not have been more pleased!
Stayed 1 night in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

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

Fabulous Location in Santa Barbara

I was in for a wedding with and couldn’t have found a better place to stay. Close to everything but on a quiet block this bungalow is beautifully appointed and clean. Michael was so accommodating and helpful. I couldn’t ask for more . It made my weekends for sure. Can’t wait to be back !!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark U.

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

Fantastic Place!!!

I own two STR's in other states and when I stay in SB...It will be in this home for sure. I could not find the HotTub when I was there but I didn't look that hard.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Exceeded our expectations!

The home was gorgeous.and pristine. Attention to detail in every aspect. Top of the line items. The owner, Michael, was accommodating and a good communicator. Will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

jim h., Harrisburg, pa

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

Family wine tasting

This house was perfect for us. It was close to restaurants, shops and the beach as well as serving as a staging area for several wine tasting trips. The house is beautifully appointed impeccably cared for and extremely clean. Michael has provided everything that you will need for your trip whether it be in the kitchen with Viking appliances or the technology embedded throughout the house. I highly recommend this home for your vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B., Chicago

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

Best property in Santa Barbara

There are so many “best” things about this home. Michael and Kelly are great hosts and very responsive. Loved the gas grill and side patio. The front porch is great for morning coffee and we spent a lot of time out there. House is completely renovated with a great kitchen. You won’t be disappointed on every aspect. Easily walk to many restaurants and shops.
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin O.

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

Beautiful, well located…wonderful surprise!

My family and I spent the week between Christmas and new years at this wonderful house. What a surprising gem… well equipped-everything high end and immaculate. We felt very very comfortable there. Michael checked in with me several times to make sure we didn’t need anything and if we had any special requests… we really didn’t need a thing because everything was already in place. The house is located close to State street where we walked to Starbucks every morning and hung out at Joes cafe for several meals. Many thanks to the owner-we will definitely be back and highly recommend this wonderful home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Beyond Expectations!!

Everything about our stay at this wonderful property exceeded our expectations. Michael and Kelly should be designated "Super Hosts" if they aren't already!!! Communication before and during our stay was spot on. Upon arrival, we were greeted with an amazingly welcoming environment created by our hosts with fresh flowers, wine and fresh fruit, and even music playing throughout the home. What a wonderful way to start our mini-vacation! Such a beautiful, immaculate, and comfortable home located walking distance to restaurants, shops, the beach, and much more. Attention to detail is an understatement. We commented that Michael and Kelly must have stayed in many vacation homes, making lists of all the things they would want included in the perfect stay... even including the "super games!" That will make sense if you visit this lovely property! :) Beautiful, charming, historic, modern, comfortable, and a twist of swanky... all at the same time! Kudos!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Annie C.

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

Great Stay

My friends and I had a fantastic stay at this beautiful home! We did not want to leave. The location could not be beat. We loved being able to walk everywhere. The beds and linens were dreamy! The attention to detail was fantastic. Cannot wait to come back for an extended stay. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

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

Great Experience

We greatly appreciated the attention to detail that made our stay all the more enjoyable. The house and the location are hard to beat for a comfortable and convenient downtown Santa Barbara trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

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

Great stay in downtown Santa Barbara

We were a group of adults in town for concert at Santa Barbara Bowl. Such a cute place and so well equipped for walking to all the great restaurants and the Funk Zone.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

5 Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Seaglass Bungalow

We absolutely loved the ambiance of the Seaglass Bungalow. This house exceeded our expectations!!! The attention to detail did not go unnoticed… from the decor to the Aqua water at each bedside table. We actually didn’t want to leave the house to explore SB 🤣 Michael is the best host… he suggested The Palace restaurant which is walking distance. Our family had the best time! We will definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben R.

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

Awesome spot! Close to everything and a beautiful interior. Would definitely come again.

Super easy and fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Michael

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We are a fun loving couple who enjoy learning new things on our travels and meeting interesting people. We have an appreciation for good food, wine family and friends

Why they chose this property

Santa Barbara the American Rivera tucked between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Santa Barbara is world-renowned for its spectacular scenery and sun-soaked mild climate. Activities are as limitless. If you’re planning a summer vacation, consider visiting Santa Barbara, California. This tranquil seaside city is perfect for a romantic getaway or a fun family adventure! There are miles of pristine shoreline to explore, and whether you want to surf, swim, or simply enjoy the sun, you’re sure to find the perfect spot. When you visit Santa Barbara, you will experience the art and culture of a big city with the beauty and hospitality of a small beach town. Whether you’re planning a fun-filled family vacation, a romantic couple’s retreat, or girls-only weekend, this beautiful city is ideal for any getaway.
The Location and Home is perfect for families, and friends whether your are coming for a vacation, a getaway to just relax or a celebration for birthdays or weddings we have the perfect spot for you. We have off street parking for 4 or more cars. Just park your car and don’t move it again until you you are ready to leave. this place is the perfect home base for all there is to do in santa barbara.The whole of Santa Barbara’s downtown is in walking distance from this great location. We are one block from State Street where you will find Paseo Nuevo an outdoor shopping mall, many great restaurants, bars, breweries, wine tasting rooms and shops. You can rent a bike or catch the Santa Barbara trolly to take you to the pier, East and West beach, the Santa Barbara Zoo and the harbor. Or just spend the day relaxing at the beach!

What makes this property unique

Located in Santa Barbara’s Landmark District, just steps from State Street, The Funk Zone , West beach and Sterns Wharf sits this Folk Victorian Home. This home Recently renovated in 2019 is part of the Brinkerhoff District . The Brinkerhoff District is a quaint neighborhood representing a period of significance to Santa Barbara’s history. This neighbored has collection of well preserved homes built between 1886 and 1913 in styles including Queen Anne, Italianate, Stick, Craftsman, Folk Victorian, and Colonial Revival. The homes are reflective of neighborhoods of the late 19th and early 20th century.
This 1906 Folk Victorian was but for the Rees family as a personal residence and would later be home to a series of different businesses over the years including a tailor, seamstress, answering service, insurance agency, Architect and most recently the Durbin Learning just to name a few. We purchased the home in early 2017 with the goal in mind to refurbish the home and take it back to its former glory days.

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