Zen Cottage Hideaway - 1 mile from the Beach, and 1 mile from Downtown...

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(42 Ratings)

House in Santa Barbara, CA

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this house rental

Zen Cottage Hideaway With Amazing Views

Very beautiful, peaceful and unique home at the end of a private drive.
Come get away from it all, while still enjoying the convenient location less than a mile from the beach and downtown Santa Barbara. There is easy access to bus and trolly to make your vacation more relaxing.
This tranquil cottage features absolutely spectacular views of the mountains and city. Plus there's an additional outdoor area of this very private sanctuary with glorious views where you can enjoy morning coffee and later revel in the incredible pink sunsets on the mountains. Rinse off in the handy out door shower after exploring the beach.
This thoughtful appointed , small home has recently been remodeled and is clean and tidy. Spacious and comfortable, it has two bedrooms, one with a king bed and one with a queen. The bathroom is gorgeous, with a luxurious bathtub with views to outdoor fountain meditation area - where you can watch the birds bathe as well. Enjoy cooking in the full kitchen and relaxing in the welcoming dining area, or BBQ-ing outside and dining al fresco. The home also includes a full laundry, as well as a large TV, and includes cable and internet...

NOTE: We have very high cleaning standards, so house is kept immaculately clean. We use government approved disinfectants and cleaning products and make sure our home is safe for you and your friends and family.
Also this is my personal home so please be respectful... thank you...

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Santa Barbara, CA

Nearby attractions

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2 mi

Ostrichland USA

47.7 mi

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Zen Cottage Hideaway - 1 mile from the Beach, and 1 mile from Downtown...

$$$$

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(42 Ratings)

House in Santa Barbara, CA

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Santa Barbara, CA

Nearby attractions

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

2 mi

Ostrichland USA

47.7 mi

Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(42 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

We stayed for a few days, and were sad to leave! Everything was perfect, better than what we were expecting. Charlie was extremely kind, and available to us. Could not ask for a better host. Looking forward to coming back!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

We stayed at this lovely, peaceful cottage for a long weekend while in town for my cousin’s wedding. It was the perfect place for my family - great location close to everything, very comfortable and clean with plenty of space, and Charlie was very helpful and accommodating. We enjoyed relaxing on the patio/deck and the beautiful gardens. I would recommend staying here. Thanks Charlie!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

The house was very well appointed with everything we needed and had plenty of space for myself, husband, and 5-month old son. There was a pack n play and some baby books for us to use too. The host Charlie was very nice and accommodating. Would stay here again!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

We stayed at Zen Cottage while in Santa Barbara for our son’s graduation. Location is convenient very close to downtown and not too far from UCSB. Cottage is small but even with 4 people we did not feel crowded. We BBQed one night, enjoying the outside eating area. I would book this rental again should we come back.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

This property was great for our family getaway to Santa Barbara over Memorial Day weekend. The home was exactly as shown in the listing. Perks: Great location, easy drive to the beach and to downtown, and secluded with private deck. The bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom were all clean and well maintained. Charles was a great host and reached out weeks in advance to walk me through the property and answer any questions we had. Our family will definitely look into staying here again for future trips to Santa Barbara!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Wow, just so much gratitude for Charlie and providing such a peaceful, impeccably clean and beautiful rental. A few highlights: great lay out, gorgeous mountain views, very well thought out remodel with lovely Italian appliances. RO water, great air filtration, a good place for people with environmental allergies, sweet nature views, good lighting, comfy beds. Can’t wait to go back!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

We loved our stay at the Zen Cottage Hideaway! From the beautiful view, outdoor deck, comfy beds, charming decor, and being spotlessly clean this stay gets 5 stars! We will definitely be back!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Well equipped cottage in lovely area surrounded by vegetation, nice deck off kitchen, good size bedrooms, everything in top condition. Easy 5-minute drive to State Street shopping & restaurants. Will return!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

What a trip! Our Vrbo and the city of Santa Barbara exceeded our expectations! Charlie was great at making recommendations and made us feel welcomed. Very comfortable beds and over all living quarters. We will definitely be staying there again! We loved the instructions that were left for us and recommendations of what to see and places to eat. The Boathouse was our favorite! Thank you for a wonderful experience in Santa Barbara, Charlie!

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

We loved our stay! The property is comfortable and quiet, just as pictured. The owner is friendly and responsive to guests' needs. We would definitely return to this property.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

Great stay. Thanks!!!

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

We enjoyed the property very much. Very clean and well- maintained. . Loved that we were so close to town and the beach.

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Clean, private comfortable property close to all that SB has to offer. Charlie was a responsive and knowledgeable host that we enjoyed getting to know. One minor caveat, for those with mobility or balance issues, navigating the use of the shower/tub could be difficult with a big step up, confined area and no handrails. Would definitely stay here again.

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

We had a fantastic stay over thanksgiving week. The cottage is charming, clean, and well appointed- even better than the photos show. The garden is beautiful beautiful and the neighborhood is perfect for bike rides and walks with the family. Also close to beaches and downtown. We will definitely be back!

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

The house was wonderful and Charlie was a great host!

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

We had a great stay and the place was clean, the courtyard was really sweet - fairy lights would be a lovely addition on the deck as we just loved sitting out there :) The beds were very comfortable. Communication with the owner was really smooth, the location was easy as a former local but really hard for Uber drivers to find (we had Uber cancel on pick ups when they couldn't find us) so you need to be clear with Uber to go to the end of the street and up the private driveway at the end and then you will be fine as they kept going to the main road on the other side due to where the pin dropped. It would be great to have some half-and-half or little snacks or tea on arrival. You can't check in till 4pm and often, we have a few small things on arrival at the air VRBO's we rent that mean we can put our bags down after a long trip, have a cuppa and chill for a moment before having to get to a grocery store. Only a small thing but something that it a nice touch - so just be sure to have some groceries on you before you arrive if you don't want to have to leave immediately and find a store. Other than that, nice, easy stay. Thank you

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Charlie is a wonderfully hospitable and communicative host. Everything from booking to leaving was easy and smooth. The home is immaculate and has everything you need, including a full kitchen. Great location, although you will probably need to either drive or get a ride if you're going near the pier, because it's a bit of a walk otherwise. We would definitely come back.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Two adult couples in for fun and frivolity In beautiful Santa Barbara. Either walk or uber anywhere for 8 bucks... Very comfortable, laid back, absolute fabulous host who knew of all the cool nooks and crannies in town for great dinners, drinks, even ice cream.. Made us feel so welcome, our new yearly place to go. Highly recommended.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Charlie was a great host and very responsive. The house is a short hop from downtown and super clean.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2022

Location was great (short drive to State St., downtown, restaurants, etc.), property was very clean, check-in process was very easy and Charlie was very attentive before and during our stay. Would definitely stay here again. The only (very minor) issue was when ordering Ubers to the house. This issue was with the Uber/Lyft mapping software, which tells the driver to pick up / drop off on the main street as opposed to the residential street that the house is located (super simple fix and definitely shouldn't influence decision to stay here - just want to make people aware)

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

Charlie made us feel very welcomed when we arrived. What a beautiful, immaculate and peaceful home. We loved it!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

This immaculate cottage is just as described with high end finishes and beautiful views. The location is perfect to access anywhere you want to go in Santa Barbara. My family of three went to the beach every day and LOVED the outdoor shower! Charlie is the perfect host.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Had the best time!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Santa Barbara Getaway!

Santa Barbara Getaway!

Charlie's home was the perfect place for us to celebrate our Anniversaries. His home is charming and very close to beach, restaurants and wineries. Charlie was very responsive with a request or information. Thanks for a lovely four days.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Wonderful Weekend

Wonderful Weekend

My family was in town for a wedding and had a great stay at Charles' place! Everything from the beach to the restaurants are a quick 10 min drive away. It was easy to get around and a lovely place to rest up between wedding events. Would definitely recommend a stay!

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Precious casita in SB

Precious casita in SB

A small but beautifully appointed guest house in a convenient downtown location.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Absolutely Awesome

Absolutely Awesome

Definitely a Zen House Getaway. Very clean, well appointed, peaceful, and extremely convenient. Close to beach, State street shopping and restaurants. Owner, Charlie is just a delight and so helpful. We feel really fortunate to have found him and such a wonderful place to stay. We will be back. Thank you so much.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Charlie is a great host. The property is immaculate and up to date. Great location between downtown and west cliff area.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Great small house close to everything

Great small house close to everything

We'd stayed here for a 4-night trip with our 2 little boys. It's a nice central location for visiting Santa Barbara - not much in walking distance, but easy few minute drive to the beach, State st. and 101 on-ramp. The shower is a little tight for adults, but the bath tub was great for the kids. Would definitely stay again.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Very charming property

Very charming property

Immaculate, great location and responsive friendly host. Very comfortable accommodation with parking and convenient to everything.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Gorgeous!

Gorgeous!

Beautiful property and SO close to downtown and beach

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Perfect and charming

Perfect and charming

As soon as we drove up the driveway and saw the cottage we knew it was going to be a great place to stay. Easy access into the house- no steps. The cottage is well laid out and filled with light from large windows. (room darkening shades in bedrooms-yay) . Two nice bedrooms. Bathroom with soaking tub is wonderful. Two sep sink areas. Kitchen has everything you need well organized and a lovely garden and private deck. Quiet location yet close to everything. The owner Charlie, is responsive and kind. He left us a bowl of delicious home grown plums which we devoured!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Peaceful

Peaceful

Relaxing spot with a beautiful patio.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2022

Great stay!

Great stay!

Easy communication with host. We’ll thought our accommodation. The fountain in the back patio was truly zen. Felt very cozy and loved the location. Would definitely stay there again!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2022

Perfect getaway

Perfect getaway

Charlie’s place was amazing and allowed my husband and I to have the perfect weekend with our one-year-old daughter. It was quiet and felt super private and calming, the beds were very comfy, the space was well-equipped and beautifully decorated, and the views of the city and mountains was incredible. Charlie was a wonderful host - he made us feel very welcome, and he was responsive and a great communicator. Thank you for a lovely stay!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2022

Wonderful!

Wonderful!

This is a beautiful home that is clean, comfortable and has all of the amenities you would ever need. The property is fantastic and has great views of the surrounding area. Charlie is friendly and super helpful. Would love to stay again some time.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

Great Location

Great Location

This house was very clean and beautiful! It is in a great location, and has great views of the hills. Charlie was super nice throughout the whole process, and I will definitely be looking to stay here again!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

Great Stay

Great Stay

We had a wonderful stay at Charlie’s cottage. It was very clean and comfortable. The location is very convenient, a short drive to downtown and the beaches. Charlie gave us very clear instructions and was very friendly.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

Great stay

Great stay

This is a great place to stay! The place is very cute with quite a lot of nice outdoor space. The whole place was a perfect size for four people, and it is a quick and easy drive to State Street and other popular places in Santa Barbara. I would definitely stay here again!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

Perfect Santa Barbara get-away

Perfect Santa Barbara get-away

We had a great weekend stay at Charlie’s place. The house is one of the nicest we’ve stayed in and the pictures really don’t do it justice. Charlie is excellent with communication and check-in instructions and property instructions were both very clear. The house is situated at the end of a private drive, so there is tons of privacy. My son was completely enamored of the beehives in the backyard (plenty of distance from the rental itself if you’d rather keep your space). I can’t think of how our stay could have been improved and we are looking forward to returning again for a longer stay in the future.

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 $35 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Zen Cottage Hideaway - 1 mile from the Beach, and 1 mile from 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 Zen Cottage Hideaway - 1 mile from the Beach, and 1 mile from Downtown... pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Zen Cottage Hideaway - 1 mile from the Beach, and 1 mile from Downtown...?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.

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Map of Santa Barbara, CA

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Zen Cottage Hideaway - 1 mile from the Beach, and 1 mile from Downtown...

House in Santa Barbara, CA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Santa Barbara, CA

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

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

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Zen Cottage Hideaway - 1 mile from the Beach, and 1 mile from Downtown... pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Zen Cottage Hideaway - 1 mile from the Beach, and 1 mile from Downtown...?

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