Vacation rentals in Santa Barbara County

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Guest favorite

Guest suite in Oxnard

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 624 reviews

Studio by the Beach with Separate Entrance

Open the sliding door to let the gentle sea breezes waft in and settle down to stream a favorite show on the Smart TV. The interior blends coastal touches with boho chic, and there are little luxuries like a work space and secluded private outdoor space. I adhere to the CDC cleaning protocols. I use UV C light for added disinfecting and sanitizing of the Studio, and have also added a Dyson air purifying fan and heater to insure you have clean air. This studio is located on the first floor of my three story home. The studio shares the first floor with the garage so you don't have any shared walls. You have two windows, one in the bathroom and a sliding glass door in the bedroom, they bring in light and the sea breeze but have no views. While this studio is private you may hear footsteps above, music drifting in from other parts of the house, and the sounds that come from everyday living. You'll have one parking space available on the right side of the driveway. More free parking is usually available at the end of the street, 15 houses down on panama. During the day there's extra parking at kiddie beach. I live on the two top floors of the house so i'm easily accessible for as much or as little interaction as needed. The setting on a quiet street is only half a block from channel Island harbors Kiddie Beach and 1.5 blocks to Silver Strand Beach, a popular surf spot and vantage point for catching the sunset. Watch for whales and discover a yoga studio, corner market, and salon, all only moments away. Hollywood by the sea has unique sounds too. You'll hear sea lions, boat horns, and on occasion a fog horn. Every morning at 8am you'll hear our national anthem, and at sunset you'll hear taps. You'll have to pay attention or you'll miss it. It's one of many thing I love about this area.

Sep 19 – 26

R2,654 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviews

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

A bright, comfortable studio with high ceilings, and a full sized kitchen which includes a butcher block counter seating area for working or dining. Gas stove, Fiestaware dishes, Revere ware pans, silverware, microwave, coffee maker, hot water kettle, toaster, microwave, blender, and refrigerator. Fully fenced in yard with private gate, patio, and lawn. The secluded Mesa Lane Beach is 2 blocks away, and the Douglas Family Preserve with beautiful bluff views is a 5 minute walk from the house.

Apr 10 – 17

R3,257 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Home in Santa Barbara

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviews

Shoreline Retreat - newly renovated, walk to beach

Shoreline Retreat is your newly renovated Santa Barbara getaway, just a 6-minute walk to the beach. This breathtaking home features a gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, an open floor plan, and 9-ft bifold glass doors that disappear in the living room for California indoor/outdoor living. Step outside to a private oasis complete with hot tub, fire pit and beautiful landscaping. Just minutes away from the beach, ocean and walking paths -- this is Santa Barbara beach living at its finest.

Oct 8 – 15

R12,336 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Tiny home in Somis

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

Orange Tree Casita — Tiny Home Getaway

Enjoy this roomy, custom built tiny home featuring a large loft with extra spacious clearance, a full kitchen, flushing toilet, shower, and closet. Whether you’re just passing through or visiting for awhile, this is a perfect place to rest your head. Our tiny home is nestled under a citrus tree in the back corner of our yard. Positioning of the tiny home provides for a semi-private patio includes a table for 2. Landscape ambiance coming soon. Please expect to hear our kids playing in the yard.

Sep 25 – Oct 2

R2,619 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Montecito

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 278 reviews

Montecito Magic Full Suite Mountain Views and Pool

Experience a Montecito mountain view paradise. Peace, beauty, tranquility, privacy, gorgeous cactus gardens-minutes from everything Santa Barbara has to offer. Private guest suite with separate entrance and a private patio-hummingbirds, foxes, coyotes visit daily. Suite has a full bath and use of a pool, as well as a lovely private sitting area with a fountain. Onsite parking, 5 minutes from incredible hikes and the most gorgeous beaches. Easy going/extremely responsive host. Come to paradise!

Jul 14 – 19

R3,511 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Santa Barbara

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 772 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.

Nov 18 – 25

R2,301 ZAR per night

Superhost

Guesthouse in Ballard

4.79 out of 5 average rating, 819 reviews

Rustic retreat

This cottage is very comfortable and cute. It is rustic but we have AC and heat for every season. The outside has a lovely courtyard with fire pit and string lights. This cottage is very centrally located with Los Olivos just a mile up the road and Solvang 3 miles down the road. There are many wineries in every direction walking distance and a bike ride away. It sleeps two comfortably in our queen size bed. Please let us know the duration of time in which she would like to stay.

Mar 26 – Apr 2

R1,824 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Santa Barbara

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 242 reviews

Cozy Stone Cottage

Our property is a collection of former out-buildings for the Glendessary Manor estate of poet and composer, Robert Cameron Rogers. The Cozy Stone Cottage was originally a pump house for the beautiful water tower which you can see from the front garden. You’ll love its rustic atmosphere and the warm cozy feeling of The Stone Cottage, separate bedroom, small gas fireplace stove, and sweet patio to sit and relax or eat a meal. Come enjoy this wonderful retreat!

Jul 7 – 14

R7,147 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Carpinteria

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 240 reviews

Coastal Private Guest House on 1 Acre.

Peaceful private seaside escape! Surrounded by greenery, fruit trees, birds and colorful garden flowers. Close to the ocean, best beaches, polo fields, shopping, Carpinteria and Santa Barbara. Safest beaches in America w waves and small cozy beach town feel. Enjoy the best sunsets on the Westcoast, surf lessons and wine tasting. Hide away from the demands of the world in our tranquil modern detached guesthouse. Easy beach, hiking and polo field access.

Nov 4 – 11

R2,748 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Santa Maria

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1441 reviews

French Country Casita - Breakfast Included

This stand-alone casita sits in the privacy of our rear yard and has a separate entrance. We are three minutes from highway 101 in the newer La Ventana community. Surrounded by beautiful mountain views on the Central Coast and close to many flourishing wineries, this residence is 20 minutes south of Pismo Beach, 30 minutes from San Luis Obispo, one hour north of Santa Barbara, close to the beautiful Danish city of Solvang and Santa Ynez.

Oct 5 – 12

R2,092 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Home in Santa Barbara

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews

The Captain's Cottage on Shoreline Drive

The Captain's Cottage exemplifies the California beach lifestyle at its finest. Tastefully remodeled and situated on its own private grounds, the cottage sits across the street from one of Santa Barbara's best beaches. With a tropical garden setting, modern amenities, and convenient proximity to the beach and Santa Barbara's State Street, a getaway at The Captain's Cottage is the quintessential Santa Barbara beachside experience.

Sep 24 – Oct 1

R13,397 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Solvang

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1094 reviews

Nogmo Farm Studio

Studio with private entrance, bathroom, Queen sized bed, and sleeper sofa. Walking distance to grocery store. 3 min drive to downtown Solvang. 8 min drive to Los Olivos. For couples, adventurers, and business travelers. Kitchenette has a small fridge, sink, coffee maker and hot water kettle. No stove or microwave inside the studio. Apple TV in the studio. Sorry, no pets allowed. We will provide a pack n’ play for babies.

Jul 27 – Aug 1

R3,095 ZAR per night