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The exterior of the home is shown at dusk, featuring a spacious backyard with a stone patio. Outdoor seating is arranged around a table, and a grill is positioned nearby. Large windows illuminate the interior, and soft lighting highlights the home's architectural features.
Home in Goleta
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

The Goodland Home

Enjoy your stay in Goleta & Santa Barbara and live on vacation! 10 minute walk or bike to Goleta's beaches, trails, UCSB, shopping and restaurants, and a quick 15-minute drive to downtown Santa Barbara, Montecito, & the Funk Zone. Close to trailheads leading to the bluffs and ultimately the ocean. 4 bed 2 bath single family home, recently renovated with a full kitchen, a great backyard for relaxing, large living room with a flatscreen TV. Laundry on site. Gas Heating, no A/C, but great sea air.

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A spacious sleeping area features a comfortable bed with a light blue quilt and several decorative pillows. A patterned area rug adds texture to the floor. A sleek black chair and a small side table accompany the bed, while a plant brings a touch of greenery to the space.
Guest suite in Goleta
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews

Garden studio with queen bed, bath and kitchenette

Pass through Mediterranean style patios and enter into a comfortable, private studio with private bath and kitchenette. Relax in one the multiple shared outdoor spaces. Enjoy the antics of the quirky chickens. Soak in the tranquil hot tub or invigorate by dunking in the outdoor cold plunge bathtub! Wifi indoors and out. Trails through the Evergreen Open Space are across the street. Convenient to Goleta, Santa Barbara and UCSB. Our precious rescue pup, Luna, might bark a greeting on your arrival.

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A cozy studio is furnished with a Queen bed and a small dining table set for two. A wooden armoire stands near the bed, and a patterned rug covers the floor. Light floods in from the window, illuminating the room's inviting decor.
Guest house in Santa Barbara
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 1,552 reviews

Private and Cozy Studio

Our private studio is great for couples or single professionals who need a quiet place to work. Studio is furnished with one Queen bed and a two twin beds (trundle bed comes from underneath the twin bed in the picture. Private bathroom and access to our backyard, some guests have used it for Yoga, Meditation and for their kids to run around 10 minute drive to downtown and/or main beaches. Private parking space included for one vehicle. Only minutes from hiking trails, UCSB, Beach, etc.

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A charming green cottage features a welcoming entrance framed by blooming plants in terracotta pots. The gravel pathway leads to the door, and the sunlight gently highlights the exterior details, including large windows and a glazed porch, creating a serene garden setting.
Loft in Santa Barbara
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 514 reviews

Garden Loft Apartment Near Beach (RENO COMPLETE!)

Our NEWLY REMODELED (2021) spacious loft apartment is nestled above the garden, One block from the beach and close to UCSB. Created is a restful, quiet space for you to unwind inside and out. We love all people, but due to the design of the open loft our space is unsafe for kiddos….but not grown ups! Thank you for understanding. Lounge in the GARDEN, run the MORE MESA trail in the morning and walk the BEACH at sunset. Butterflies, honey bees, birds and kitty Beau are waiting to greet you!

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A bright living area features a mix of modern and rustic elements, including a cozy fireplace and a large coffee table. Natural light filters through large doors opening to the outside, while a ceiling fan above and plants enhance the welcoming ambiance.
Home in Goleta
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

Ellwood Beach family home

Next to a natural butterfly preserve. A short walk through the eucalyptus trees brings you to the bluffs overlooking Ellwood Beach and the Pacific Ocean! Feels like a private beach as used almost exclusively by this neighborhood. Doors open to a yard full of plants, birds and the sound of the waterfall in the pond with a newly built Bocci court and outdoor fire-pit terrace. Near by: Beach, mountains, UCSB, 15 min from downtown SB and 1 mile from shopping, groceries, brewery and restaurants.

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A spacious bedroom is presented with natural light flowing through large sliding doors leading to the patio. A comfortable bed is centered in the room, surrounded by neutral decor and a decorative area rug. A small dining area with a round table is visible, enhancing functionality.
Guest suite in Goleta
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 401 reviews

Private entrance bedroom with private bath & patio

Newly remodeled bedroom (with cal king bed), attached bathroom, patio with private entrance, and self check-in. Across the street there is a nature preserve with a 1.5 mile walking path offering bird watching, Los Carneros Lake, and the historic Stow House. The house is 2-stories with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms above the unit. The bedrooms above are carpeted, and we insulated the ceiling above you in an attempt to mitigate the noise, but the 60 year old floors can squeak.

Top guest favourite
A spacious sleeping area features a king size bed dressed in a textured grey coverlet. Soft lighting from two bedside lamps enhances the calming atmosphere. A wooden bench sits at the foot of the bed, and the floor is adorned with a colorful area rug.
Guest suite in Goleta
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 532 reviews

Cozy Studio w/Private entrance & parking. KING BED

Recently remodeled studio. Studio has private entrance and one private parking space. King size bed makes a great place to relax, only 5 minute drive to UCSB, Cottage Hospital and Goleta pier/beach. We have the fastest WIFI internet available in the area so working from the studio is not a problem. Studio shares a wall with the main house but we are a quiet family so noise should not be an issue. New appliances and smart TV. Water softener and filter system throughout.

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The studio's exterior is framed by trees, showcasing a wooden deck with stairs leading up to the entrance. A stone path curves through the landscape, while the façade features multiple windows and a pitched roof, blending with the natural surroundings.
Guest suite in Santa Barbara
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews

Mountain View - Serenity Minutes from Downtown

Amazing view of mountains and undeveloped coastal hills. This quiet studio situated in natural setting, was once the master suite for the original house. It is separated from the house by a breezeway with looked doors at both ends. Unit has private parking and entrance. Floor to ceiling window take advantage of the view, but design of the structure and the landscaping maintain your privacy. Unit has separate kitchen, bathtub, shower, washer and dryer.

Top guest favourite
An airy studio features a lofted sleeping area, a cozy sofa, and a dining table under a vaulted wooden ceiling. Natural light floods the space through large windows, illuminating the light wood floors and the adjoining kitchenette.
Guest house in Isla Vista
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 343 reviews

Cozy Beach Cottage 7 min walk to the Sea & UCSB!

Take an early morning stroll along the bluffs above the ocean waves in the iconic college beach town of Isla Vista. Our cozy studio retreat is a perfect home base for exploring the beautiful Santa Barbara area beaches, Spanish-style downtown, mountain hiking, and coastal foothills. We are a ten minute walk from Devereux beach, UCSB and its lagoon, and only an 8 minute drive from both the Santa Barbara airport and Goleta Amtrak station.

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A canvas tent is elevated on a redwood deck, surrounded by trees. Soft lighting illuminates the path with stones and highlights the tent's structure, creating a serene ambiance at dusk.
Tiny home in Santa Barbara
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Canvas under the oaks, your unique getaway

We are located just 15 minutes from Santa Barbara beaches and twenty minutes to wine country towns Los Olivos, Solvang and Ballard. Nestled among the oaks with stunning canyon views, our 14x16 foot canvas tent sits on a 28 foot redwood deck. The porch, cantilevered into the trees is a fantastic place to enjoy your morning yoga or coffee ritual, read a book, or relax with a glass of rosé. NO SMOKING ALOUD / NO ANIMALS

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Guest suite in Goleta
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 900 reviews

Suite Life by the Sea!

Very clean 1BR (10x10’), 1 small BA, small LR(10x14’) and private patio! 1/2 mi from the bluffs! All essentials: microwave,smartTV, WiFi, minifridge, coffee,snacks. Very comfy beds, even sofabed, safe quiet neighborhood. One cal king bed in br+ sofabed in LR. Peaceful serene patio. Perfect for 2, ok for 3. BA is compact, with shower, toilette, sink sharing same tiled floor, but still well stocked with amenities.

Guest favourite
The exterior of the home is displayed, featuring a tile roof and a large front driveway. A vintage blue car and a black vehicle are parked, surrounded by landscaped greenery and shrubs. A tall palm tree adds height to the serene setting.
Guest suite in Goleta
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

Canyon Escape close to UCSB, the beach & golf.

1 Bedroom plus Loft with 1 king bed and 1 queen bed. Our beach themed unit is the ideal place to access all that the central coast has to offer. Cook a nice dinner in the fully equipped kitchen, sip a glass of wine on your private patio, or watch tv in the comfortable living room. Close to UCSB, Sandpiper Golf Course, the Beach and Bacara Resort and Spa. And get to the wine country in a half hour.

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  • 4.8 Average rating

    Isla Vista stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!