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Best Santa Barbara Location - 1 Block From the Beach, 2 Blocks From State St.

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Traditional Spanish Architecture
Design savvy and comfortable living room with flat screen TV and cozy fireplace.
Work from the desk area in living room with WIFI for your office needs.
Seating area with ample light for afternoon reading or entertaining.
Master Bedroom has King sized bed, flat screen with cable, and closet/dresser

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Best Santa Barbara Location - 1 Block From the Beach, 2 Blocks From State St.

Quintessential 1930's Santa Barbara Spanish Style Duplex one block from popular beach and two blocks from the heart of Santa Barbara. Walk or bike to everything. Charm is an understatement in this beachy abode, within walking distance to all the attractions -amazing restaurants, the famous pier, world-renowned shopping, The Santa Barbara Mission.

Equip with everything one could ask for. Keep warm with the cozy fireplace during winter. Relax in the ultra comfortable tempurpedic bed, engulfed in down pillows and comforter in the Moroccan designed master bedroom. Enjoy family dining with an oversized table and formal/separate dining room.

A pull out couch bed allows guests or extended family their own bed, full cable including HBO and Showtime and WIFI available. There is a television in each room for full relaxation.

Live like a local in this beach accented, Spanish Santa Barbara home!

Property manager

Ian Anderson
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 deadlock

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, this apartment is in the mountains and near the beach. 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. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are also worth visiting.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Santa Barbara Location - 1 Block From the Beach, 2 Blocks From State St. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Santa Barbara Location - 1 Block From the Beach, 2 Blocks From State St.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Santa Barbara Location - 1 Block From the Beach, 2 Blocks From State St.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Santa Barbara Location - 1 Block From the Beach, 2 Blocks From State St. located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Barbara City College, Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 140 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sophie W.

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

Great location

Lovely property; easy walking access to the centre/beach front. Quick, helpful communication with the owner. Would recommend 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Lovely apartment in a fantastic location

We really enjoyed our stay at Ian's apartment in Santa Barbara. It was clean and comfortable, and had everything we needed for a short stay. The offstreet parking and laundry facilities were very handy. The photos of the apartment are accurate and if anything, it felt lighter and more spacious than we were expecting. The location is fantastic, especially if like us, you're only staying in SB for a short time. It's in a lovely neighbourhood and is within easy walking distance to pickup groceries, the funk zone, downtown, the beaches and the pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

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

Great place in the perfect location

Wonderful place, full of charm, character and clean. Provided everything we needed for our 3 night break! The washer and dryer allowed us to catch up on some much needed laundry during our long road trip. Off street parking was great to have and it is walking distance to a small grocery store for essentials. Also walking distance to the beach, pier and state street so we had no need to drive while we were here. Thank you Ian!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

JAMES U.

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

Central location. Can walk to Chad's for breakfast.

Overall, a nice property. Off street parking in the rear of unit was nice also. I was there with my brother to see family. I'd stay there again for sure. Not in love with the shower / tub as struggling with being surrounded by shower curtains was not that great. That's a minor point however. The other nice points about the property far outweighed the shower curtain issue. We had a minor issue with the drain in the bathroom sink and Ian responded right away. Thank you Ian!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendell A.

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

Amazing Place And Location

I enjoyed the size of the unit and it was located near everything I wanted to go to!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marla S.

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

Great place and locatin

Great location and space. Very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Perfect location

Great size for our family of 4 and the location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carla S.

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

Family Fun

Cozy home in a great location. Ian was great to work with and I would recommend this house to anyone and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Expected

Everything was as expected. Landlord stayed in communication and we were able to check in early. Always appreciated. Would recommend this unit if visiting Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara W.

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

Lovely place

Spacious apartment in lovely house in the local style. Great location near beach and downtown. Good parking. Attentive host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elzabeth F.

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

SB Vacation

We came down for an anniversary party. We had a great weekend. The vocational rental was great. Close walk to everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

An absolute jewel close to everything

We loved this charming, clean and comfortable home. Parked our car and walked daily to the beach, shops and Funk Zone. Quiet and pretty neighborhood. Truly relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

Great location for both beach & State Street

What a cute place! Beautiful landscaping, lovely furniture & decor, well equipped kitchen, updated laundry, incredibly comfortable beds, and parking! Walking distance to both the beach and state street. You can't beat this place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MLM M.

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

Great location

You may walk to beach and pier area. The duplex was well maintained. We had a little problem getting the lock box to open to retrieve the key.p
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Convenient unit, with everything we need for a short trip

It was a quite comfortable 4-night stay. The owner, Ian, was very responsive and welcoming. He even gave us a list of close-by restaurants. The unit has a much more family-friendly environment compared to a hotel room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Great SB Spot

Clean place location exactly as described. Walkable to most things you could want but on a quiet street. Detailed check in instructions were sent several days prior to arrival and everything went smoothly. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell C.

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

Santa Barbara Respite

Just a few days of fresh air!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

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

Perfect Getaway

I booked this spot for my sister bachelorette. It was perfect! Clean, good location, easy to walk to anything, cute, spacious. Parking it’s tight, but luckily we made friends with the renters above us and it worked out. Definitely would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Santa Barbara Rental

My wife, two grown kids, and I stayed here last weekend, and could not have been happier. The property exceeded all our expectations. The vibe, inside and out, was pure Santa Barbara-esque! Working with Ian was a real pleasure, he was super responsive and chill! The property was immaculate and well appointed. The location was fantastic, easy short, walk to harbor, State Street, the Funk Zone. Do not hesitate to rent here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alis G.

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

Great spot for a mini-vacay

A friend and I spent three nights at this apartment and had a lovely time. The location, furnishings, decor - all exceptional. Very clean, very comfortable, and nicely appointed. Thanks for a terrific stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stan G.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our short stay. Cozy house close to restaurants and the waterfront. It’s well decorated and beds are comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olga T.

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

Best location

Charming Old California home minutes away from State St and many local attractions. Owners were quick to respond, gave detailed instructions for check-in/out. Off street parking made it easy to get in and out of the neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

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

Wonderful stay!!!

This is the perfect place for a Santa Barbara getaway for a small family or friends trip. Short walk to the beach, State Street, the Funk Zone and more! Nice quiet neighborhood, off street parking and so much charm! We will be back for sure!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Girls trip

This location was beautiful! Walking distance to everything! We didn’t use car once. House exactly like the listing. No surprises. Host was great at communicating. Even sent us a chat with restaurant recommendations. Check in was a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Amazing condo steps from everything!

My family and I loved this property. It is a beautifully maintained residence, and doesn't feel like a rental. It is located only a few streets from the beach, state street, and the Funk Zone. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ian Anderson

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What makes this property unique

This is one of the best locations in Santa Barbara, you can smell the ocean, walk to everything and live like a local.

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