
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Santa Barbara
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Mesa Casita | walk to the beach
Discover coastal living at Mesa Casita, steps from the bluffs at Douglas Preserve and the pristine Mesa Lane Beach. This 3-bed, 2-bath home has been recently renovated with an open floor plan, top-grade finishes , and a spacious backyard. Enjoy a detached office studio with high-speed internet, relax on the private patio, or wind down by the backyard fire pit. Additional amenities include an outdoor shower, home gym, laundry, Sonos sound system, large flat-screen TV with Netflix, and EV charger.

Comfy Bed/Private/Patio/Secure/Smoke Free
Located near the beautiful SB Mission and Botanical Gardens, this quiet comfortable Cottage is suited for adult guest due to safety consideration not suitable for infants/children. The Cottage has no common walls with host main house. Queen bed, Black out Shades, Air Conditioning - Heating Kitchenette - Private Patio Quiet and Safe, off Street Parking. Ultra clean Non Smokers and sorry No Pets No cooking except microwave, toaster, coffee maker and hot pot. Please No shoes to be worn inside.

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.

Downtown Treehouse-Vibe, Mountain Views, Bikes
This 1 bedroom, 1 bath place has a full kitchen and the Interior Designer owner has created a unique, artistic treehouse vibe. Enjoy the balcony with a mountain view, delightful gardens, and outdoor seating area. Walk to restaurants and downtown. Free bikes and coffee/tea! EV charging available. Legal Airbnb/includes taxes. The City has started aggressively enforcing on 1,000+ illegal operators, look it up. See details at the bottom to avoid the risk of booking a place that may cancel on you!

Cozy Jungle Cottage | Spa, Sauna & Ice Plunge
Ask about our discounts! Welcome to the Boho House Collective! A healing hostel-styled stay in the lush garden oasis of a residence. Enjoy a garden room w/ private access, full bed, desk, WIFI & shared bathroom. Access to a shared modern home, kitchen, WD & spa. Communal hot tub, infrared sauna, cold plunge, tea lounge, outdoor shower & fire pit. Enjoy the Barbara Romain art gallery, instruments, chickens, or our on-site events. By downtown, beaches, UCSB & the Bowl. Pets <25lbs welcome.

SoCal Boho Ocean Retreat
Discover our one-bedroom Boho retreat with stunning ocean views. The king-size bed, optional heating pad, and indoor fire create a cozy sanctuary. The private balcony offers panoramic vistas, and a hot tub ensures ultimate relaxation. Ideal for couples or solo travelers, this space provides a unique coastal experience. Embrace bohemian living, cradled by the beauty of the ocean panorama. Your coastal escape awaits – a perfect blend of serenity, style, and the soothing symphony of the sea.

Secluded Ocean view Tiny House
One mile from downtown Carpinteria and the state beach. Custom designed 320 sqft tiny home with a 400 sqft deck for perfect indoor/outdoor living. A relaxed and comfortable place to stay with full sized appliances, tall ceilings and 2 sleeping lofts. Plenty of space for 1-2 people, a small family, or 4 adventurous people. The large cantina window allows for beautiful natural light and easy access to deck seating. Pets welcome! Large 1/2 acre fully fenced yard surrounding living space.

The Beach Loft- Private, Remodeled, Walkable!
This newly remodeled guest house is located in the coveted Montecito Oaks neighborhood. This ideal location is walking distance to many popular spots in Montecito; Coast Village Road the Rosewood Miramar Hotel, Butterfly Beach. This home has an upstairs loft with one king bed and downstairs includes a queen size pull out couch. The house has a gated private entrance, keypad locked front door, and your own fenced in yard and patio. Outdoor Amenities- Fire Pit, Ping Pong, Corn Hole

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.

Peaceful Mountain Retreat
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Located under a canopy of oak trees between Santa Barbara and wine country, this cozy yurt is the perfect getaway. If you’re looking for a unique way to experience the wild beauty of Santa Barbara, you love being surrounded by nature and you’re up for adventure, this is the spot for you! Breathtaking views await you on the drive to our magical yurt nestled in the mountains, just 20 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara.

Tiny Cottage in the Oaks, Midtown Santa Barbara
Enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Barbara minutes from beaches, attractions and wining/dining. This tiny Cottage offers a peaceful, cozy and private getaway with a lovely mountain view deck shaded by beautiful oaks. Note the Cottage is tiny, 160 sq. feet. It is simply appointed with a "cabin" feel. It is perfect for a solo traveler or cozy couple with a double (not queen) bed, mini kitchen, and tiny living room. Access requires climbing the stone steps pictured.

30’ Modern Coastal Airstream.
Discover the gorgeous landscape that surrounds this unit. Greenery, fruit trees and flowers. Private natural flagstone pathway leads to the fenced area w chairs and coffee table. Easy access to beaches approximately 1 mile in either direction. Polo fields are 1/4 mile. The towns of Carpinteria & Santa Barbara are only a few miles drive as well. Come enjoy the nicest beaches in the area and the best weather in the country.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Mountain Cottage- Santa Barbara/Santa Ynez- w/Spa

Modernist Suite: HOT TUB/View/Firepit/Patio + More

Walkable wine, beach, cafes, downtown, & dolphins

Two Story Home Near Beach

Ocean Views Beach Hot Tub Summerland/Montecito

Escape to Casita at East Beach!

Dreamy Beach Cottage Spa and Sauna~ Walk to Beach

Modern Beach House with Spa & Sauna
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Montecito Farmhouse Studio-walk to Coast Village!

Secluded, private, safe dog friendly cottage

Cozy Stone Cottage

La Petite Maison Blanche. Perfect downtown retreat

Walk to the beach! Pet & Family Friendly - NEW

Stunning House in the Woods!

Summerland Studio. Steps to downtown and beach.

Bright w/Stunning View & BBQ Patio-Paradise Studio
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Postmodern Treehouse-like Cabin by Charles Moore

Goodland Getaway: Home w/ heated pool & hot tub

Chemical Free Cottage -3 Queen

Spectacular Designer Treehouse with Mountain Views

DEC Special Sunday-Wednesday w/ Private Deck

- Wine Country Guesthouse on Horse Ranch -

Fall SALE! Condo with patio 100 steps to the beach

Cottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool
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