Leslie was a gracious host and made us feel comfortable and welcome throughout our entire stay. The location was wonderful and we enjoyed the enclosed patio many times during the week. Close enough for quick trips to monticeto, Santa Barbara and los olivos.

Would love to stay again!! Thank you for a quiet 4th of July!!

Perfect location and a really helpful host. We’ll be back.

Summerland was just amazing, some of the most friendly people we had the pleasure meeting.. The Nugget, and the cafe we visited most. If you never wanted to get in your car, it had everything you needed…

Summerland was just amazing, some of the most friendly people we had the pleasure meeting.. The Nugget, and the cafe we visited most. If you never wanted to get in your car, it had everything you needed…

From host, to location, to the house layout and gardens, everything was wonderful.

Perfect location and a really helpful host. We’ll be back.

Perfect location and a really helpful host. We’ll be back.

From host, to location, to the house layout and gardens, everything was wonderful.

We enjoyed our little cottage in the middle of Summerland. Outdoor space is lovely and very private. A green oasis!

We enjoyed our little cottage in the middle of Summerland. Outdoor space is lovely and very private. A green oasis!

Absolutely beautiful cottage, in a wonderful location. It Has everything you could possibly need, plenty of space, immaculately clean. A real home from home. Plenty of bars, restaurants and activities nearby. And the garden is spectacular! Leslie is the perfect host. as a woman travelling alone I felt very secure within the property as it’s so private. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this to anyone looking for a beautiful place to stay

Absolutely beautiful cottage, in a wonderful location. It Has everything you could possibly need, plenty of space, immaculately clean. A real home from home. Plenty of bars, restaurants and activities nearby. And the garden is spectacular! Leslie is the perfect host. as a woman travelling alone I felt very secure within the property as it’s so private. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this to anyone looking for a beautiful place to stay

Location was great but the place does need some work. There was a leak in the kitchen and bathroom during heavy rains. Issue with front door shutting and there was a broken light just laying there when walked in front gate. Also the tile in the bathroom is in really bad shape. Owner was very responsive and the garden is beautiful.

Location was great but the place does need some work. There was a leak in the kitchen and bathroom during heavy rains. Issue with front door shutting and there was a broken light just laying there when walked in front gate. Also the tile in the bathroom is in really bad shape. Owner was very responsive and the garden is beautiful.

The cottage is lovely and the garden is so peaceful. You are right in downtown Summerland and an easy drive into Santa Barbara, Montecito, Ojai and Ventura. It was a lovely place to return to at the end of the day.

The cottage is lovely and the garden is so peaceful. You are right in downtown Summerland and an easy drive into Santa Barbara, Montecito, Ojai and Ventura. It was a lovely place to return to at the end of the day.

Just perfect! The cottage is cozy, clean and comfortable, and the garden is spectacular. It's very private and a fantastic location. Leslie is a wonderful host and made sure I had everything I needed. Looking forward to a return visit in the future!

Just perfect! The cottage is cozy, clean and comfortable, and the garden is spectacular. It's very private and a fantastic location. Leslie is a wonderful host and made sure I had everything I needed. Looking forward to a return visit in the future!

This private garden apartment was perfect for a stay near the beach in the Santa Barbara area. It's tucked away in the picturesque village of Summerland, and is steps away from a beautiful park and beach. A farmer's wagon is across the street and provided fresh eggs, veggies, and homemade snacks every day. Restaurants were close by, or takeout was available from nice nearby restaurants (we particularly liked Thario's on Santa Claus Lane). Our host, Leslie, couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. The bed was so comfy, kitchen adequate for anything we needed to prepare, and though the apartment is small, there is a big room for storing all our stuff, which made it easy to navigate! The garden was the best -- green and fragrant, lovely for sunning, dining, just enjoying the privacy of the place.

Was not totally what expected from pictures and could use some major upgrading. However, worked out well for our purpose and Leslie was a great hostess.

Was not totally what expected from pictures and could use some major upgrading. However, worked out well for our purpose and Leslie was a great hostess.

We enjoyed our short stay at this beautiful cottage. The kitchen was well equipped for our cooking needs, there were ample linens and towels, and even beach chairs and towels. We were just steps away from restaurants and shopping and the beach was a short walk down the street. Our only suggestion (not really a complaint) is that the couch needs to be a more standard couch. It rained for a couple of the days we were there and we spent a good deal of time lounging. But the couch was not conducive for that purpose. Maybe a smaller dining table would allow space for a proper couch? Otherwise we thoroughly enjoyed this cottage and the host was very kind and friendly.

We enjoyed our short stay at this beautiful cottage. The kitchen was well equipped for our cooking needs, there were ample linens and towels, and even beach chairs and towels. We were just steps away from restaurants and shopping and the beach was a short walk down the street. Our only suggestion (not really a complaint) is that the couch needs to be a more standard couch. It rained for a couple of the days we were there and we spent a good deal of time lounging. But the couch was not conducive for that purpose. Maybe a smaller dining table would allow space for a proper couch? Otherwise we thoroughly enjoyed this cottage and the host was very kind and friendly.

Excellent position to explore Summerland. Really enjoyed our stay. Everyone and everywhere very pet friendly

Excellent position to explore Summerland. Really enjoyed our stay. Everyone and everywhere very pet friendly

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful stay at La casa tropical! Everything was cutely decorated and well put together. The place was kept very clean and also smelled great! I was apprehensive about our stay because of a previous negative review I had read after already booking. I’m SO glad I decided to see it for myself. Leslie was a great host and more than accommodating! She gave fabulous recommendations for places to eat in the area, and we even had a chance to try her homemade pastries - to die for! The place is beautiful! The outside landscape and seating felt like our own private oasis. Not to mention you’re walking distance to some of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen! We can’t wait to come back and stay here again!

There is a mold issue in this rental. Amongst other things. The owner offered a refund by text. Now has blocked my communication with her. No refund has been forthcoming. My first time ever leaving a vrbo. I stayed one night and left.

There is a mold issue in this rental. Amongst other things. The owner offered a refund by text. Now has blocked my communication with her. No refund has been forthcoming. My first time ever leaving a vrbo. I stayed one night and left.

Great for access to Summerland Beach and the neighborhood and lovely small garden. Bathroom could use a remodel, and TV cabinet takes up too much room. Let guests know TV lacks cable stations.

Great for access to Summerland Beach and the neighborhood and lovely small garden. Bathroom could use a remodel, and TV cabinet takes up too much room. Let guests know TV lacks cable stations.

Delightful place, wonderful host and neighborhood. Across from an every day farmer’s market, several restaurants and charming furniture and antique stores. The bird sanctuary a block away was a nice surprise.