We had fresh kale, tomatoes and basil from the house's garden. Grilled and ate a wonderful meal outside. Biked to the beach. Slept with windows wide open, enjoying the nice outside temperatures and quiet area. Great place and I can't wait to go back.

I could go on and on all day and night about just how amazing this home, it surrounding area, and the accommodating owners were before, during, and after our group's stay. The home is spacious and the neighborhood, community, beaches, and city are all gorgeous. If I'm ever in Santa Barbara again, I know exactly where I'll be staying!

Betsy was such an incredible hostess. When she saw how many people were in our group, she immediately went out and found a few more bicycles for us to use during our stay. She has wonderful recommendations for hikes, walks, beaches, farmer's markets etc. The house is absolutely lovely. It is comfortable, spotless, beautiful and everything that one needs for a relaxing, fun stay is there. We wished that we had booked for a longer stay and hope to come back!

Betsy and Bill were terrific every step of the way and the family loved the house! Everything is clean and in good shape. The kitchen was well appointed and the beds very comfortable! We plan on visiting again in the future!

We had such a wonderful experience in this home. The owners were so kind and went out of their way to make sure we were happy and that we had everything we needed. We will certainly stay again if we are in that area. This property is highly recommended.

My wife and I have not had the opportunity to go on a vacation in quite some time, considering the hectic nature of my work. We were able to book this wonderful home at a very reasonable le price and we're incredibly pleased with the home. Bill gave us a tour of the property and was able to give us some great insight into some of the beaches in the area. There were boogie boards, surfboards, beach towels, and toys available for use. The neighborhood is super quite and secluded, as well as within biking distance from the beach (only a mile away). The amenities within the house are great and the interior is gorgeous. There were five of us total and there was more than enough room for all of us, without getting into each others way. We would most certainly go back!! All in all, a great experience.

My family and I stayed here for a long weekend and it was fantastic. My family had a wonderful time and wanted to know when we were coming back. The home is centrally located so you are never more than a few minutes to something (State street, the beach, etc.) I love to cook so the kitchen and garden were by far my favorite parts of the home. The garden truly was a lovely bonus which we took full advantage of. There wasnt a meal made that didnt incorporate something from the garden and there is something special about eating a warm cherry tomato straight from the vine. I would definitely recommend this home to anyone considering a stay in SB.

This property is in a great location. The area is quiet and rural but only minutes to the center of town and the beach. This home is very clean, well maintained and there were three comfortable bedrooms and a 4th queen bed in the finished basement den. Well appointed kitchen with high end appliances and a garden of tomatoes, lettuce, plums, basil and more that was made available to us during our stay. Eco minded owners require composting,recycling and conservation of water by having only two periods a day when hot water is available for showers. All in all this was a very good rental with owners who care and are available for questions. I would highly recommend

We had the best time at this spacious, beautiful, and comfortable home! The home owners couldn't have been nicer or more accommodating. I would recommend this home without hesitation and hope I'll have the chance to stay here again myself.

We had a wonderful time staying in your lovely home! We enjoyed eating in your beautiful yard and when we could tear ourselves away, exploring the area. You have been such gracious hosts& this was the perfect spot to stay while we were in town for a magnificent wedding. Thank you so much for sharing your piece of paradise!!

Betsy and Bill went above and beyond to create a nice vacation rental for us. They asked questions about the things we liked and left activities, toys, and even surf boards for the kids. They were attentive every step of the way. I find it hard pressed to think of another situation where the homeowners would be so thoughtful. The house itself is a beautiful home and very functional for a family with kids. We even enjoyed fresh vegetables from the garden. The house sits in a cul de sac and there are some other neighbors on the street. Even the neighbors are friendly. But once inside the house you feel you are in a very private spot. Lizards abound - which our young kids had great fun counting. It is situated close to Elings park which is a beautiful park. For a family getaway close to downtown Santa Barbara but in a quieter area this is a good option especially for families.

Our family of 10 stayed in Betsy and Bill's home over the holidays and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. As described, the house is spacious with an open floor plan and the basement allows for flexible sleeping arrangements. The gourmet kitchen could easily accommodate various people milling about, and there was plenty of dining space for us all to gather together. We especially enjoyed the surround sound system and the gorgeous woodwork and stonework. While the neighbor's property is close by, we barely noticed once inside the home. The surrounding nature (and generous number of windows to enjoy it) provided plenty of privacy. We even saw a bobcat on our last day--incredible! We were so impressed with the ease of getting around to the beaches and downtown. To top it off, Betsy and Bill were so warm and helpful. We truly felt welcomed and recommend this rental to anyone visiting the area.

My family stayed at this house for a week over July 4th weekend to celebrate our daughter's 2nd birthday and had such an amazing time The house is wonderful, incredibly peaceful, and has everything you need for a great stay. With the huge windows and great views of trees, the house really feels like it's in the middle of nature and away from it all. It's a great place to relax. The kitchen and bathrooms are all beautiful and the house is very clean. The kitchen is completely stocked and all drawers in the bathroom, closets, etc. are empty for renters' things. The owners have left some items for renters like guitars, games, etc. which is great. Our daughter loved the large trampoline in the backyard. The location is very convenient to so much in Santa Barbara, and it's a close bike ride to the beach. What makes the house so special, though, is the owners, Betsy and Bill, who are honestly the nicest people we have ever met and continually went out of their way to help make our stay great with restaurant recommendations and any help we needed. We wish we lived closer so that we could be friends with them and see them often. If you have a chance, get a massage and pilates lessons from Betsy - she's amazing! The neighbors are also so nice and let our daughter pick vegetables from their garden and use their children's bikes. A very special rental and highly recommended.

My family stayed here for a week, and we had a fantastic time. The house is gorgeous, and Betsy and Bill were fantastic hosts. This house has absolutely everything – convenient location, beautiful decor, plenty of space, really comfortable beds, great backyard, huge kitchen and everything you could possibly need for the beach (towels, chairs, umbrella, etc.) Highly recommend!