Big Ocean View. Romantic, spacious and filled with sunlight.

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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(8 Ratings)

House in Santa Barbara, CA

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this house rental

COME RELAX IN A CLASSIC SANTA BARBARA LOCATION -- GET DRENCHED IN SPANISH ARCHITECTURE, OCEAN VIEWS, COMFORT AND HAPPINESS.
Available for three months to 1 year

This is a gorgeous, supremely livable gem of a house, designed by Santa Barbara’s well-known architect, Jeff Shelton. Spanish Colonial with an attitude. Situated amongst other striking homes in the very walkable/bikeable/runnable Upper Riviera. Built in 2003 but feels like the 1920's. Three bedrooms; 2-½ bath rental in a perfect Santa Barbara setting. The spacious "great room" and master suite are on the second story. Every room has a terrific view of red tiled rooftops to downtown Santa Barbara, to the harbor, ocean and the Channel Islands. The kitchen has top-of-the-line cooking facilities: Wolf 6-burner stove and oven, Viking refrigerator., teak countertops and a huge teak island to prepare food and sit around. Off the kitchen, a TV/family/reading room is outfitted with a comfy L-shaped couch, two club chairs, a wall of books, a 50-inch flat TV (HBO, Netflix, and Amazon....) . The dining table (seats 6-10) and sits in front of a ceiling-to-floor window. A powder room is located close to the great room. Both the dining area and the TV room open onto an awned patio.

The patio is amazing view of City roof-tops, Channel Islands and the ocean. The patio is equipped with a gas BBQ and an L-shaped, very comfortable couch with two armchairs. It is a perfect place to visit with friends, nap, or read the paper.

The master suite (queen) is set away from the public space, across an enclosed wooden bridge. The bedroom consists of a cozy and romantic sleeping alcove (ocean view, queen-sized bed) with a more extensive sitting area . The master bath contains a washer and dryer (one of two in the home), a big tub, and separate shower with sea-glass tiles. In addition there are his and her dressing areas and a closeted commode.

The ground floor has two bedrooms (queen and double) that share a single, full bathroom, a full size washer and dryer and a fully-outfitted kitchenette. This wing can serve as an independent living space, with one bedroom converted into a living room. A separate and alternative entrance, through 8-light French doors, makes this wing a flexible and functional private apt. for guests, or a totally cool space for the teenagers in your life. Open the door separating the wing from the main entrance and it's seamlessly part of the main house. Close the door and use the alternative entrance and it's a private living space. The kitchenette and W/D can be hidden behind thick-woven southwestern drapes. A small patio with orange, lemon and guava trees is just outside the downstairs bedrooms.

A newly built, well appointed Gym, including a Peloton, dumbbells, adjustable bench, squat rack and olympic size barbell, is housed in a room filled with. natural light. Step out onto a sweet patio to relax after the workout. This room also contains a desk, file cabinets and office supplies

Further afield, the El Encanto Hotel is only one and a half blocks away, along a “locals only” pathway that winds through the grounds to the famed dining patio. The historic Riviera Theater, three blocks away, is home of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival and a year-round source of foreign and Indie films. Many downtown restaurants have outdoor patios lining State Street. This main road is closed to traffic, a delightful holdover from the time indoor dinning was not popular. The pedestrian-only main road now gives downtown a festive feeling.

Beautiful eclectic furnishings, locally-collected plein-aire paintings and top of the line construction blend with the award-winning architecture to create a peaceful, inspiring and happy place to call home. Dog-friendly, with $500 extra one time fee. Small, fenced dog run. In addition to the house, there is a private and self-contained studio apartment with a separate entrance, a full bath and kitchenette (no oven). This unit is currently rented long-term to a mature professional woman..

For rent for 3-12+ months. No nightly or weekly rental inquiries, please. Thie City of Santa Barbara does not allow short term (less than a month) rentals. House: 3 bds. 2½ ba.
Rate: $14,000month. 3 month minimum.
Refundable ($1,4000) security deposit. Insurance, available through VRBO, to cover any damage, is also available.
One-time cleaning fee ($750).

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden

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Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(8 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2021
The house was warm and inviting. The architecture, endlessly interesting. Everywhere you turned was another well thought out detail and thoughtful design that always invited a constantly moving stream of refreshing air. Our thanks to Rachel for being such a thoughtful and attentive host. We look forward to coming back to our Santa Barbara aerie in the future! A real gem.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2021
House was great. Living space upstairs with doors open to the fresh breeze. Ocean views. Kitchen is top notch.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2021
First of all, the pictures of this property do not do it justice. The views are spectacular from this home and the neighborhood is as cute as can be (and extremely quiet). It's near the Belmond El Encanto for drinks and dinner and just a hop, skip, and a jump to the Mission and its rose gardens, Upper East, Upper State, and downtown Santa Barbara. We have a couple of friends who are real estate agents who were dying to see the inside of this home because the architect, Jeff Shelton, is quite well known in SB. We also frequently saw people walking by and taking pictures of the home and landscaping (which is spectacular and really fits in with the style of the house). We loved the neighborhood so much that we ended up buying a home just a block away from this place. We will miss our stay here but we won't be far away. Rachel was an incredible host and whoever rents this home out next is really going to love it. Maybe I can still pop up for a drink on that balcony with the breath-taking ocean views!
10.0 / 10.0
Apr 2021
Spring Vacation in the Riviera neighborhood with our golden retriever, Finnegan
Spring Vacation in the Riviera neighborhood with our golden retriever, Finnegan
From beginning to end, it was a smooth process. The owner was very responsive to any questions. It is an absolutely incredible home & the neighborhood is wonderful. Relaxing, quiet, and beautiful view! We would highly recommend it, and plan to book again next year!
10.0 / 10.0
Mar 2021
Excellent
Excellent
We truly enjoyed our stay. Rachel is an exceptional host. She is so attentive, responsive and welcoming. Spectacular views of the ocean, city and Channel Islands. But the true highlight was enjoying the breathtaking sunsets daily from the outdoor deck. We definitely plan to stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
Dec 2020
Great Location
Great Location
We were lucky to stay in this wonderful house during our remodel project Rachel is a great host Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
Nov 2018
The Ultimate Santa Barbara Retreat!
The Ultimate Santa Barbara Retreat!
This architectural gem offers the ultimate Santa Barbara experience. Local architect Jeff Shelton and his brother David Shelton create recognizable retreats around Santa Barbara. Here all the living spaces are on the second floor where you find the best views of Santa Barbara, Channel Islands and unbelievable sunsets viewed from the canopied veranda. The owner has a fully equipped kitchen, dining and living room all in one, all with great views. Also, upstairs, the Master bedroom has a piano, over-stuffed reading chair and cross-ventilation between east and west balconies. The Master bath includes separate room for toilet, shower, plenty of closet space, jets in the tub and a washer/dryer both upstairs and downstairs. Downstairs there are two guest rooms and another full bath. My husband and I enjoyed walking around the neighborhood, walking to drinks at the El Encanto Hotel and movies at the Riviera Park Theatre (SBIFF). This is a great location. You can drive anywhere downtown in 5-10 min. or for the adventurous even walk. So much to do and so easy to get around. THANKS, Rachel, we loved our time here while waiting for repairs to our home on the Riviera.
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2013
Beautiful and charming
Beautiful and charming
We had a wonderful stay in your beautiful home. Thanks so much, barbara and tom

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Santa Barbara is R 5,805 per night. This rental is R 1,786 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Big Ocean View. Romantic, spacious and filled with sunlight.. 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 Big Ocean View. Romantic, spacious and filled with sunlight. pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Big Ocean View. Romantic, spacious and filled with sunlight.?

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

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