Large, beautiful home within walking distance to ocean and downtown.

Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(22 Ratings)

House in Santa Barbara, CA

6 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this house rental

A gorgeous kitchen, beaches nearby, hugely expansive yet very private environment. Your family will be very peaceful and happy here!

Our house is a beautifully designed and crafted large home in the rural-feeling Los Positas valley only 2 minutes from Hendry’s Beach and 5 minutes from downtown. 3 bedrooms upstairs, finished basement, 3.5 baths. Huge high quality kitchen with large Wolf stove. Kitchen opens to spacious living room surrounded by windows. Total privacy once you enter the home.

Henry David Thoreau would have loved to have done his writing from our living room, kitchen, dining room, or balconies. This home is beautifully designed and crafted with the highest quality materials. The architects and builder put primary effort into creating a natural, open environment that connects very well to the gorgeous outdoor space, which is a natural corridor down to Hendry's Beach. At the same time, the home is located only 5 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, and less than a mile to the beach.

Architectural details include a sensitivity to light and space that makes the interior of the house appealing at all times of day, high end stonework and woodwork, mahogany floors, arched custom-built wooden doors, hand made stair banister, and a gorgeous master suite.

The kitchen features a granite countertop island with second sink, soapstone countertops, beautiful walnut cabinets, and a six-burner Wolf range/stove with a built-in griddle. Other built-in features include a high-quality hi-fi system with speakers in each room, a recreation room entertainment center with large flat-screen TV, and a high quality surround sound system.

We purchased the home because of the natural setting. Arroyo Burro Creek (a trickle in the summer) wraps around two sides of the property, down a steeply sloped 30' stepped bank lined with eucalyptus trees. The outer part of the yard is frequented by birds and lizards, and the evening resounds with owl hoots and the chirping of tiny frogs. We have also seen a beautiful bobcat, herons, a coyote, a beautiful gopher snake, and multiple other bird species. We share a driveway with four other houses, but you hardly know they are there, as the backyard is huge, wraps around the house, and is very large and private.

Given the open forest feel of the property, it might be surprising as to how close we are to downtown Santa Barbara and to many Santa Barbara attractions (5-10 minutes). Hendry's beach is a five-minute bike ride away and one of the best local surf spots. The Boathouse restaurant here serves a great meal (fresh fish, salads, burgers, desserts), and you are just 50 feet from the water as you eat. It's our favorite place to take our kids.

Eilings park ( is across the street and down about 100 yards. It is full of mountain bike and hiking trails, tennis courts, a BMX course, and athletic fields. All the attractions of down-town area Santa Barbara (Mission, Courthouse, other historic downtown sites, State Street restaurants & shopping, harbor, zoo, art museum, Natural History Museum & planetarium, farmers markets) are within biking distance or a five to ten-minute drive. Although you would never know it, we are 2-3 minutes from the freeway, which makes getting anywhere (to the airport, other beaches, shopping centers, UCSB, or City College) extremely easy and quick.

Because we are a real family who lives here some of the year, we have some other things that might interest some guests, including bikes, boogie boards, and surf boards, and a warm, outdoor warm water shower for rinsing off after a trip to the beach.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(22 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2021
A wonderful place to stay
A wonderful place to stay
From the moment we booked our stay the experience was terrific. We were contacted by the owners prior to arrival to make sure we had everything we needed. Any questions we had were answered quickly and with great care and attention. The house itself fit our family of 4 perfectly. And we had plenty of room to spare. Santa Barbara is a great place to visit and we were always just a 10 or 15 minute drive from anywhere we wanted to go. So easy. So peaceful. We didn’t want to leave and we are already thinking about when we can return. Thank you thank you.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2021
Amazing Property and Amenities !
Amazing Property and Amenities !
We enjoyed a wonderful family gathering at this amazing property. Cooking meals in the gourmet kitchen, sitting outside on the cozy patio surrounded by trees and gardens. Great location close to beach and town of Santa Barbara which made bike rides using property owner’s bikes very easy and convenient. Great bedroom setup with separate bathrooms for 3 bedrooms. This property is very special and we will be back again!
10.0 / 10.0
Dec 2016
Magical Family Christmas
Magical Family Christmas
Three generations shared this gorgeous and spacious home nestled in the hills of Santa Barbara. The home is everything described in words and pictures on the site, and the hosts are warm, loving, and accommodating. The kitchen and dining area were the perfect place for us to prepare a feast with all the trimmings. The holiday more than exceeded our expectations; it was something right out of a movie. The home is just a few miles from downtown Santa Barbara; close enough to enjoy all the city has to offer, yet far enough away to be quiet and serene. It is well maintained and spotlessly clean. Betsy and Bill answered all inquiries within hours. I would recommend this home to people of all ages for anything from a romantic getaway to a reunion or any occasion.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2016
A fabulous place for a family getaway!
A fabulous place for a family getaway!
We absolutely loved our stay! Our family loved the layout of the home and how spacious the yard was. It's a perfect place to take kids. Our kids loved the trampoline, exploring in the yard, and their own private quarters in the basement. The house is very spacious and yet still feels cozy. The kitchen is a great entertaining/cooking kitchen. Its close proximity to the beach, freeway, shopping, and SB hub made it a great location! The homeowners are very accommodating and made us feel welcome at their home! We will definitely come back!!
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2016
Charming, warm and relaxed
Charming, warm and relaxed
We stayed for several days in celebration of our son's wedding. The house perfectly met all our needs for this event and we especially enjoyed sitting out in the back patio, enjoying conversation and lots of bird activity. The home was very clean and organized and I would certainly recommend this property to others. It was close to all our planned events at Elings Park and Leadbetter Beach. We enjoyed a final family dinner at The Boathouse nearby.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2016
Peaceful and relaxing
Peaceful and relaxing
Betsy and Bill have a very comfortable, cozy home. The common rooms, LR, DR and kitchen are large and spacious. The kitchen is equipped for a gourmet chef. Every amenity is available. We were 3 adult couples and ended up using the basement bedroom instead of the third bedroom which really worked out well for everyone. We each had a spacious bedroom and a private bathroom and lots of privacy from each other at night. If all of this wasn't enough, the highlight is the outdoor environment. While close and easily accessible to the freeway, the home makes you feels like you are off in a forest. Everywhere you look, there are trees. The backyard is huge and peaceful and relaxing. There are large windows or glass patio doors throughout the common rooms and master bedroom. Everywhere I looked, I could see trees! It was so pretty! i highly recommend renting this home for a relaxing family weekend. I'm looking forward to spending some time there again! Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2016
Lovely Home in a Private, Natural Setting
Lovely Home in a Private, Natural Setting
The home was extremely comfortable and spacious. All aspects were high quality especially the kitchen appliances. Also, there was comfortable indoor and outdoor seating for relaxing and dining. The privacy was a special surprise as we felt like we were in a nature preserve. Our entire family was very impressed and would eagerly use it again. The Monroe family
10.0 / 10.0
Jan 2016
Wonderful, memorable stay
Wonderful, memorable stay
We had a wonderful stay at Betsy and Bill's beautiful home. It has a large chef's kitchen which is well-equipped and makes preparing meals as a family a terrific experience. Their backyard is gorgeous and spacious and includes a vegetable garden. The house is equipped with a Sonos speaker system which plays throughout the house which is a great feature which we enjoyed during our entire stay. The property is a short five-minute drive from a beautiful beach which we enjoyed almost every day. Within walking distance, there is a park with trails and fields for playing sports. We would highly recommend this property to anyone looking to stay in Santa Barbara!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Santa Barbara?

The average price for a rental in Santa Barbara is $462 per night. This rental is $19 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Large, beautiful home within walking distance to ocean and downtown. . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Large, beautiful home within walking distance to ocean and downtown. pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Large, beautiful home within walking distance to ocean and downtown. ?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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