Vacation rentals in Isla Vista

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Isla Vista

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Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Santa Barbara

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

Comfy Bed/Private/Patio/Secure/Smoke Free

Located near the beautiful SB Mission and Botanical Gardens, this quiet comfortable Cottage is suited for adult guest due to safety consideration not suitable for infants/children. The Cottage has no common walls with host main house. Queen bed, Black out Shades, Air Conditioning - Heating Kitchenette - Private Patio Quiet and Safe, off Street Parking. Ultra clean Non Smokers and sorry No Pets No cooking except microwave, toaster, coffee maker and hot pot. Please No shoes to be worn inside.

May 31 – Jun 7

R1,421 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Santa Barbara

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 762 reviews

Tiny Cottage in the Oaks, Midtown Santa Barbara

Enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Barbara minutes from beaches, attractions and wining/dining. The tiny Cottage offers a peaceful, cozy and private getaway with a lovely mountain view deck shaded by beautiful oaks. At 160 square feet, the little cottage is simply appointed with a "cabin" feel. It is perfect for a solo/a traveler or cozy couple with a double (not queen) bed, mini kitchen, and tiny living room. Note that it is very very small. Access requires climbing the stone steps pictured.

Dec 26 – Jan 2

R2,292 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 211 reviews

Peaceful Garden Studio For Low-Key Guests & Pets

Peaceful studio suite with private entrance, queen bed, kitchenette, and bathroom, looking out into our garden. Family neighborhood, close to 101, 10min drive to downtown SB and Goleta, beaches, hiking areas, dog parks, great restaurants. All pets are welcomed; no additional fees. Pet sitting & rental car available. Looking for low-key guests as the studio is attached to our main house where we live with our three cats. Please keep noise to a minimum after 9pm. We look forward to hosting you!

R2,896 ZAR per night

Popular amenities for Isla Vista vacation rentals

Stay near Isla Vista's top sights

Freebirds19 locals recommend
University of California, Santa Barbara52 locals recommend
Woodstock's Pizza Isla Vista4 locals recommend
IV Bagel Cafe5 locals recommend
Buddha Bowls3 locals recommend
CAJÉ6 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Isla Vista

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

Tropical Getaway w/Patio Entrance#2

Jul 27 – Aug 3

R3,259 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Goleta

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 241 reviews

Sandpiper Trails: a coastal preserve experience.

Apr 29 – May 6

R8,373 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Goleta

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

3br/2b Home Near UCSB & Shopping, Family Friendly

Sep 7 – 14

R9,033 ZAR per night
Superhost

Guest suite in Goleta

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 238 reviews

Breathtaking Couple's Getaway in SB|Near the Beach

Jun 17 – 24

R4,356 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Loft in Santa Barbara

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 457 reviews

Garden Loft Apartment Near Beach (RENO COMPLETE!)

Mar 4 – 11

R6,841 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 325 reviews

Mi Casita- a sweet Mesa Suite-walk to beach!

Mar 16 – 23

R3,258 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Solvang

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1086 reviews

Nogmo Farm Studio

Sep 2 – 7

R3,083 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Santa Barbara

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

Bright 2-bedroom guesthouse on 300 acre preserve

May 11 – 16

R7,134 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Santa Barbara

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviews

Super clean duplex

Feb 24 – Mar 3

R2,896 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Goleta

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Casita Cañón - Adorable Private Suite & Garden

Apr 28 – May 5

R3,375 ZAR per night
Superhost

Apartment in Goleta

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Penthouse Apartment Near UCSB

May 4 – 11

R6,076 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Goleta

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 76 reviews

Garden studio with queen bed, bath and kitchenette

Jun 17 – 24

R3,654 ZAR per night

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Isla Vista

Total rentals

20 properties

Wifi availability

10 properties include access to wifi

Rentals with a pool

10 properties have a pool

Family-friendly rentals

10 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

180 reviews

Nightly prices starting at

R569 ZAR before taxes and fees

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