House vacation rentals in Santa Barbara County

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Top-rated house rentals in Santa Barbara County

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Superhost
Home in Santa Barbara
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

3BR Mesa Ocean-View Home near Beach w/Yard

Wake up to sweeping ocean views! Enjoy the wall of windows that frame the Pacific with a fully fenced private yard. Inside you’ll find the kitchen w full-size appliances, fast Wi-Fi, smart TV, washer/dryer. Everything for extended stays. Rest on hotel-quality beds: 1 king, 2 queens, plus convertible sofa. Free parking in large driveway Dedicated workspace Easy self-check-in Location: 5-min walk to Shoreline Park & Leadbetter Beach. Short drive to downtown State St eateries. Must be 21 to Book

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Home in Santa Barbara
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 285 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.

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Home in Santa Barbara
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

Cozy House King Size Bed DownTwn

Enjoy a stylish experience offering one bedroom, one bathroom with King Size Bed and surrounding patios. Private parking space for up to 2 vehicles in our private drive way. Centrally located near Down Town and among many local restaurants, bakeries and breweries. Small pets may be considered. Private front, side and back patios. House offers AC units for cold and hot air to make the ambiance to your desired temperature. We have the Highest WIFI available in the market. Great couples getaway!

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Home in Santa Barbara
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 609 reviews

Walkable wine, beach, cafes, downtown, & dolphins

Welcome to La Maison, a 99th-percentile Airbnb in all areas of guest satisfaction. I've been hosting you beautiful people for over a decade, and I've earned 500+ five-star reviews and maintained a 4.97 average. I'm not trying to boast, but those kind of numbers could get you into Harvard. I guess what I'm trying to say is, when you stay here, you'll have a 5-star experience. I promise. So, come stroll the pier, stretch out at the beach, surf amidst the dolphin pods, and sample some local wines.

Superhost
Home in Santa Barbara
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 350 reviews

Boho Bungalow Retreat | Sauna, Cold Plunge, Spa!

Ask how to save up to 20%! Welcome to the Boho House Collective! A healing space nestled in a lush garden oasis. A private well-appointed 500 SF bungalow w/ fenced yard, stocked essentials, kitchen, king Beautyrest Mattress, WIFI & sofa bed. Shared access to a hot tub, ice bath, infrared sauna, on-site bodywork, tea lounge, outdoor shower & fire pits. Enjoy the Barbara Romain art gallery, instruments, chickens, or on-site events. Near downtown, beaches, UCSB & the Bowl. up to 2 pets welcome.

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Home in Santa Barbara
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews

Dreamy Beach Cottage Spa and Sauna~ Walk to Beach

Newly remodeled Beach Cottage with hot tub just 2 blocks from the sand! This adorable 1 bed/1bath private home boasts incredible outdoor spaces with Spa & Sauna. Located just .2 miles (5 minutes walking distance) from Leadbetter Beach & Shoreline Park. Enjoy the expansive private deck w/ outdoor dining, smart TV's, abundant amenities, & the newly remodeled kitchen. Located just minutes to trails, wine tasting & downtown Santa Barbara. Pet friendly ($125 pet fee). The perfect coastal get-away!

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Home in Montecito
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews

Montecito 2br Retreat

We're excited to welcome you to our rental that is a beautiful 2 bedroom - 2 bath located just a couple minutes walk from Butterfly Beach and Coast Village Road. Enjoy the avocado, lime, meyer lemon, orange and fig trees in the fenced yard. We encourage you enjoy any ripe fruit during your stay. Traveling with kiddos? We've got you covered with a pack & play, high chair, beach toys, kiddo plates/utensils, books & art supplies. We look forward to hosting your next stay in Montecito.

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Home in Santa Barbara
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

Sunny Garden Home near the beach

This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom PLUS casita home is nestled in 1/2 acre of beautiful garden with California Oaks, Pepper trees and Palms. Each window looks out to a beautiful garden setting. The back garden with its sunny southern exposure, is a lovely place to sit and admire the scenic views to the lower lawn and beyond to an open meadow. The private beach is a 10 to 15 minute walk from the house. The house is located near endless paths for walking on the More Mesa preserve.

Top guest favorite
Home in Montecito
5 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

Designer Perfect Beach Cottage - Walk to Beaches

Recognized by House Beautiful magazine, this light and bright beach cottage was renovated and furnished by Brown Design Group. Minutes walk to Butterfly, Hammond's, and Miramar beaches as well as to all the shops and restaurants on Coast Village Road. This 2 bedroom/2 bath cottage is the perfect escape with charming details. Complete renovation features designer kitchen, baths, hardwood flooring, wood ceilings, lighting, furnishings and accessories.

Top guest favorite
Home in Santa Barbara
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 340 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.

Guest favorite
Home in Santa Barbara
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

Mission Quiet Getaway

Welcome to the our home! Architecturally unique property, located close to the Santa Barbara Mission., just a 15 minutes drive to downtown 2 miles away. Guests will enjoy the privacy of the entire Lower level floor and private outdoor terrace during the stay. Quiet and peaceful, perfect for a relaxing getaway yet very close to town.STRICT Animal, Smoke & drug free policy. No events or gatherings allowed.

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Home in Carpinteria
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 283 reviews

Zen Retreat

Shiatsu Rincon is a rural retreat, nestled in the foothills of the Los Padres National Forest. It is perfectly located just a short drive from the quaint seaside town of Carpinteria, and the world famous surf spot, Rincon Point. (It is a SURFER'S DREAM HOME). We welcome you to slow down and relax in this custom designed space, with zen decor, and beautiful mountain views. NO KIDS, NO PETS, sorry.

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