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Ruth House Original Craftsman PETS, walk to State st., hotel in Santa Barbara

A 16-minute walk from West Beach in the center of Santa Barbara, Ruth House Original Craftsman PETS, walk to State st. Offers accommodations with free Wifi and access to a garden.

Amazing location for SB downtown. Quiet. Safe.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
9 reviews
Price from
$465
1 night, 2 adults
Upscale Downtown Home Walk to Beach shops Bars 2, hotel in Santa Barbara

A 14-minute walk from East Beach in the center of Santa Barbara, Upscale Downtown Home Walk to Beach shops Bars 2 features accommodations with access to a garden.

Beautifully updated and comfortable
Scored 10
10
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
$479.40
1 night, 2 adults
Casa Blanca Suite A1 - New, Private, Cozy!, hotel in Montecito

Featuring a garden, Casa Blanca Suite A1 - New, Private, Cozy! features accommodations in Montecito. Both free Wifi and private parking are accessible at the vacation home free of charge.

Privacy. Clean. Thoughtfully designed.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
17 reviews
Price from
$241.40
1 night, 2 adults
1 Bedroom Casita - Casa Blanca, hotel in Montecito

1 Bedroom Casita - Casa Blanca offers accommodations in Montecito, 1.7 miles from Miramar Beach and 16 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara.

Spacious and clean with a nice atmosphere in a good neighborhood.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
$256.70
1 night, 2 adults
Cozy beach home walking distance from ocean, hotel in Ventura

Providing a garden, Cozy beach home walking distance from ocean offers accommodations in Ventura.

Private, quiet and it felt secure.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
7 reviews
Price from
$299
1 night, 2 adults
Sunny's Santa Barbara Beach House, hotel in Santa Barbara

Sunny's Santa Barbara Beach House offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 1.4 miles from West Beach and 1.5 miles from Butterfly Beach. Guests staying at this vacation home have access to a patio.

The home was exactly as advertised and pictured. It was immaculate when we arrived, the location was picturesque, and the home was beautiful. Lines of communication with the owners were excellent and rapid, instructions for arrival and departure were easy, and the whole experience was stellar. I highly recommend this rental property for your ideal Santa Barbara getaway.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
9 reviews
San Miguel, hotel in Santa Barbara

San Miguel is located in Santa Barbara, just 1.3 miles from West Beach and 1.5 miles from Butterfly Beach.

Overall a pretty good stay, the facility is equipped with a microwave, fridge, kettle, and coffee maker. Nice area close to the zoo and beach in walking distance.
Scored 7.0
7.0
Rated good
Good
10 reviews
Summer Beach House, hotel in Summerland

Offering a garden, Summer Beach House offers accommodations in Summerland. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

It was a roomy home with enough space for people to sprawl out and have privacy. Beautiful views from bedrooms. Decks were well appointed with comfortable seating.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
16 reviews
Lillie Adventure, hotel in Summerland

Lillie Adventure offers accommodations in Summerland, 5.2 miles from Westmont College and 5.9 miles from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara. This vacation home provides accommodations with a balcony.

Location! Quiet, view. Easy to find and super easy to enter and unpack.
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
12 reviews
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  • Colorful Gold Coast Getaway

    Colorful Gold Coast Getaway is located in Santa Barbara, just 1.1 miles from One Thousand Steps Beach and 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara.

  • Quite Spacious, Hot Tub Near Montecito, EV Charger

    1.3 miles from East Beach in Santa Barbara, Quite Spacious, Hot Tub Near Montecito, EV Charger offers accommodations with access to a hot tub.

  • Darling, Peaceful, Near Beach, EV Charger

    Darling, Peaceful, Near Beach, EV Charger is located in Santa Barbara, just 2.5 miles from Antioch College and 2.6 miles from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara.

  • American Riviera Oasis Close to Beach and Downtown
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1 review

    Just a 5-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 0.7 miles from Santa Barbara City College, American Riviera Oasis Close to Beach and Downtown features accommodations in Santa Barbara with...

  • Under the Oaks Santa Barbara

    9.1 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara in Santa Barbara, Under the Oaks Santa Barbara offers accommodations with access to a hot tub.

  • West Beach Villa 4

    West Beach Villa 4 offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and a 6-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara.

  • Shoreline Cottage
    Budget options available

    Shoreline Cottage is located in Santa Barbara, just 1.4 miles from West Beach and 12 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara.

  • Casa Costera
    Budget options available

    Casa Costera is located in Santa Barbara, just 1.3 miles from West Beach and 12 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara.

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  • Funk Zone Apartment Walking Distance to the Beach
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Just a 5-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 0.7 miles from Santa Barbara City College, Funk Zone Apartment Walking Distance to the Beach features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a...

  • Casa Playa
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Just a 4-minute walk from West Beach and half a mile from East Beach, Casa Playa features accommodations in Santa Barbara, with a terrace and a shared lounge.

  • Casa Azzurra
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Just a 6-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 0.8 miles from Santa Barbara City College, Casa Azzurra features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a terrace.

  • West Beach Villa 1
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Just a 5-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 0.6 miles from Santa Barbara City College, West Beach Villa 1 features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a terrace.

  • Little Palm Cottage
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 3 reviews

    Little Palm Cottage offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, a 9-minute walk from One Thousand Steps Beach and 0.6 miles from Leadbetter Beach.

  • Santa Barbara Luxe Villa
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2 reviews

    Santa Barbara Luxe Villa offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 1.3 miles from Leadbetter Beach and 12 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara.

  • West Beach Villa 5 & 6
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1 review

    Just a 7-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 0.6 miles from Santa Barbara City College, West Beach Villa 5 & 6 features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a terrace.

  • Hammonds Beach Haven
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1 review

    Hammonds Beach Haven is located in Santa Barbara, just 15 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and 3.5 miles from Westmont College.

  • Colors of the Coast
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3 reviews

    Colors of the Coast is located in Santa Barbara, just a 11-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach and 1.7 miles from West Beach.

  • Old Yacht Club Inn
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3 reviews

    Old Yacht Club Inn is located in Santa Barbara, just 1.3 miles from West Beach and 1.5 miles from Butterfly Beach. Guests staying at this vacation home have access to a balcony.

  • San Miguel
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 10 reviews

    San Miguel is located in Santa Barbara, just 1.3 miles from West Beach and 1.5 miles from Butterfly Beach.

  • Santa Barbara Beach Cottage
    Scored 6.3
    6.3
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 3 reviews

    Santa Barbara Beach Cottage offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 1.3 miles from West Beach and 1.5 miles from Butterfly Beach. This vacation home offers accommodations with a balcony.

  • Gold Coast Getaway
    Scored 6.0
    6.0
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 2 reviews

    Gold Coast Getaway offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 1.1 miles from One Thousand Steps Beach and 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara.

  • Santa Barbara Home with Private Outdoor Pool!
    Scored 3.0
    3.0
    Rated poor
    Poor
     · 1 review

    Santa Barbara Home with Private Outdoor Pool! offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, a 9-minute walk from One Thousand Steps Beach and one mile from Arroyo Burro Beach.

  • Villa Castillo 4

    Villa Castillo 4 is located in Santa Barbara, just 1.5 miles from East Beach and 1.9 miles from Leadbetter Beach. This villa offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

  • Villa Castillo - All 5 Villas

    Villa Castillo - All 5 Villas is located in Santa Barbara, just 1.5 miles from East Beach and 1.9 miles from Leadbetter Beach.

  • Villa Castillo 5

    Villa Castillo 5 offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 1.5 miles from East Beach and 1.9 miles from Leadbetter Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Ocean Breeze 3 br Vacation Home

    Just a 19-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 0.7 miles from Santa Barbara City College, Ocean Breeze 3 br Vacation Home features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a garden.

  • Newly Renovated One Bedroom Apartment in Funk Zone

    Just a 5-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 0.7 miles from Santa Barbara City College, Newly Renovated One Bedroom Apartment in Funk Zone features accommodations in Santa Barbara with...

  • West Beach Villa 3 & 4

    West Beach Villa 3 & 4 offers accommodations in Santa Barbara, 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and a 6-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara.

  • West Beach Villa 3

    West Beach Villa 3 is located in Santa Barbara, just 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and a 6-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara.

  • West Beach Villas 1 & 2

    Just a 5-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and 0.6 miles from Santa Barbara City College, West Beach Villas 1 & 2 features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a terrace.

  • West Beach Villa 2

    Just a 3-minute walk from West Beach and 500 yards from East Beach, West Beach Villa 2 features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a terrace.

  • West Beach Villa 6

    Just a 4-minute walk from West Beach and 700 yards from East Beach, West Beach Villa 6 features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a terrace.

  • West Beach Villa 5

    West Beach Villa 5 is located in Santa Barbara, just 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and a 7-minute walk from Amtrack Station Santa Barbara.

  • Agapios Cottage

    Agapios Cottage is located in Santa Barbara, just 11 miles from University of California, Santa Barbara and 4.7 miles from Westmont College.

  • Ocean View Villa

    Just a 12-minute walk from One Thousand Steps Beach and 0.8 miles from Leadbetter Beach, Ocean View Villa features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a terrace.

  • Beachfront Hideaway

    Just a few steps from Leadbetter Beach and a 17-minute walk from West Beach, Beachfront Hideaway features accommodations in Santa Barbara with a terrace.

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