Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Santa Barbara

Raymond was the best host I ever had. He was so accommodating with our early check in and offered a late check out which was so kind. Raymond was so responsible to all my questions and requests. Raymond’s house is located at a great location. We can walk to the beach, walk to the restaurants and markets and his house is also located close to the downtown and the train station. My friends and I loved staying at Raymond’s. The beds were comfortable, the house was clean and we loved the neighborhood. We would love to come back.

What a magical getaway! The house is adorable and very well stocked with quality supplies. Our kids (8 and 5) loved exploring the beautiful yard and we all slept soundly. Walking to butterfly beach and the coast village shops was just the best. Can’t wait to return!

Great location for us. The bed was very comfortable. The room comes with all the details shown and then some. Plenty of outlets. Lizzy’s detailed instructions were very helpful. Easy to find and convenient.

Nice house in Santa Barbara in a quiet neighborhood. Just a quick drive from the beach and downtown. The spa is a great amenity to relax after a day out .

We stayed at Matt & Robin's place for a long weekend with my parents and our young toddler and had a fantastic time! The place was perfectly suited for spending a lot of time there and entertaining a small kid. The house's minimal design and small details like rounded corners on furniture made it super easy for our son to navigate the space. We all LOVED the private, lush backyard. We actually had all our meals outside and spent our evenings playing on the lawn. The beach and nearby coastal park is easily walkable through this nice, upscale neighborhood. There was a playground in the park about 15 minutes of walking and the beach right there too. We'd love to come back some time!

Lovely place. Hidden gem. Highly recommend!

We had a great time staying here. We took the train and David’s place was so close to the station, the beach, State Street, and a bunch of great restaurants and cafes. It was also right by the freeway, but it wasn’t noisy at all. Super peaceful and easy to find. Great for a short stay.

Staying at Michael’s Airbnb was an absolute pleasure. From the moment we booked, his communication was prompt, clear, and thoughtful. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was ready for our arrival and provided detailed instructions that made check-in a breeze. The space itself was clean, beautifully maintained, and exactly as described—if not better. Every detail, from the comfortable bedding to the fully equipped kitchen, showed care and attention. It was the perfect home-away-from-home, and we appreciated the peaceful atmosphere throughout our stay. Michael’s hospitality truly stood out. He was incredibly responsive and genuinely cared that we had a great experience. We would gladly stay again and highly recommend his place to anyone looking for a reliable and top-notch Airbnb host. Thank you, Michael!

Incredible Airbnb, my friends and I were very pleased. Super great location and neighborhood as well. Very peaceful, clean and had everything we needed.

Extremely friendly and quick response! Room was just what I needed. Nice and clean.

Excellent communication from the host. Place was very clean and nicely appointed. Had a great stay.

Very much appreciated Alex’s great communication and instructions. The place is a bit small but very charming and clean with a gate and private parking. Easy walk to the beach and some shops!

Great place for couples to stay in Santa Barbara within walking distance of shops, bars, and the beach. Will definitely stay here again

We had a great time at Landon & Evie’s place in Ventura! We stayed one night and hope to stay longer next time! Apartment was very nice and as described! Great location and walking distance to Main Street , restaurants , coffee , bars and beach! Place was clean, spacious and very comfortable! Apartment building was very quiet and peaceful! Landon & Evie were friendly, accommodating , welcoming and had great communication! We love Ventura and are exited to find a great place to stay when we are visiting! Thank you Landon & Evie for letting us stay at your special place!

I only booked the studio apartment for a night to have somewhere to shower and sleep mid road trip. I was soooo bummed I didn’t have more days there to enjoy it!!! The unit was actually a little more spacey than I expected (they made very clear this space was for one person). I’m weird when places have questionable linens/towels or they smell funky. The towels smelled so fresh, and the whole place was very clean. The space has beautiful features, felt modern but still cozy. Loved having the full fridge, that was very convenient. There are many units in the building but it felt private and I never heard anyone else. It’s a dreamy place with a lovely patio on the most adorable street. I will absolutely be returning with more time to spend and would recommend!

Easy enough to figure out to get in and out. Walkable to the beach! Easy/short/cheap Ubers everywhere in the city. Great option, kinda expensive.

This was probably the most favorite Airbnb I have booked thus far. Truly the cutest little apartment in Ventura. It was extremely walkable, and I thought the street parking would be difficult, but it was not a problem during our stay. I will say that although the location is convenient, you are right next to the street - so if you are someone who needs earplugs to rest or needs complete silence I recommend bringing some as it can be loud out there in the late hours. This place was exactly as described and was perfect for what we needed to do! Thank you so much David! We plan to visit again!

We had a perfect romantic weekend in Santa Barbara, and this place made it truly special. The space was beautifully decorated with great style—spacious, full of natural light, cozy, quiet, and incredibly comfortable. It had everything we needed, from thoughtful amenities to a warm, inviting atmosphere. The location couldn’t have been better—just a short walk to East Beach, yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and private. Our host, Jane, was fantastic—responsive, kind, and full of helpful suggestions for local restaurants. She made everything easy from start to finish. We’d absolutely stay here again!

My wife and I stayed here while I attended a conference 45 minutes away, inland. I’m so glad we stayed where we did because of the views. Not difficult to get around. Grocery store and restaurants are not a far drive away. The place had everything we needed. Older adults, so pretty quiet. You can see and hear the ocean from the condo. Host was quick to respond to any questions.

This place was absolutely beautiful with an amazing view of the water! Beach access was also great to have very close by! It was great being able to fall asleep with the sound of the waves! Amazing air bnb to stay at!

Such a beautiful large condo Great location and Terri was so kind and helpful. Had access to e bike which was so fun. Hot tub was relaxing and really enjoyed having an outdoor warm shower after going to the beach. Loved this spot and would definitely stay here again!

My wife and I spent a weekend at Eileen’s and all I can say is, it was one of the best experiences I’ve had on AirBnB. Eileen was super helpful and responsive, sent clear instructions, the place was exactly what we were hoping it would be, and Carpinteria is a beautiful town, wonderful people. We cannot recommend Eileen’s place strongly enough!

This is perfect for a couple or a family with 2 small children. The kitchen was well equipped if you want to cook but restaurants are within walking distance. The beach is a block away, as well as a grassy park. Would definitely stay here again!

Nice stay for our family of four. Convenient location, short drive to favorite spots in town, a couple of us even walked to Boathouse for breakfast. White noise machine helps mask adjacent street noise. Nice little back patio.