Vacation rentals in Santa Ynez Mountains

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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

R3,361 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 14 – 21

R12,724 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!

Aug 10 – 15

R3,736 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Farm stay in Lebec

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 478 reviews

The Alpaca (A Lone Juniper Ranch Cabin)

The Most Amazing mountain cabin retreat on a Camelid Ranch! Enjoy the llama and Alpaca right by your window and pet them from your private fenced patio! The private, 100 + acres, mountain-top experience offers a 360-degree view of beautiful Southern California scenery. Ideal for star gazing & hiking, miles of trail access. Amazing sunrises/sunsets. This is a 4 seasons paradise! Situated only 8 minutes off Rt. 5, this retreat is quite accessible (4-wheel drive necessary during wintertime snows).

Mar 24 – 31

R2,423 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Santa Barbara

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 1338 reviews

Private and Cozy Studio

Our private studio is great for couples or single professionals who need a quiet place to work. Studio is furnished with one Queen bed and a two twin beds (trundle bed comes from underneath the twin bed in the picture. Private bathroom and access to our backyard, some guests have used it for Yoga, Meditation and for their kids to run around 10 minute drive to downtown and/or main beaches. Private parking space included for one vehicle. Only minutes from hiking trails, UCSB, Beach, etc.

Jun 19 – 24

R3,660 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.

Apr 11 – 18

R2,374 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 215 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!

Jul 15 – 22

R3,439 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 8 – 15

R7,369 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

R2,836 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Santa Maria

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1439 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.

Sep 23 – 30

R2,098 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Solvang

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Adorable Cabana with hot tub

Take a break and unwind at this peaceful place. Small cabana with a private deck and hot tub. This place is perfect for guests that just want to get away for a day or two. Soak in the hot tub and gaze at the night sky. The cabana is small but has everything you need. Comfortable, queen sized bed, full bathroom, WiFi. Please note, there is no TV. We do have a dog but he is on the other side of the fence.

Sep 12 – 19

R2,983 ZAR per night

Guest favorite

Home in Santa Barbara

4.79 out of 5 average rating, 1548 reviews

Private studio in garden setting

Very small rustic studio has relaxing, peaceful vibe. Super comfortable bed for a good nights sleep. Outdoor brick patio with seating, private enclosed shower. In the foothills above SB Mission, 10 minutes from downtown & beach. Safe, quiet neighborhood.

Feb 15 – 22

R1,688 ZAR per night