
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Santa Barbara Downtown
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Shoreline Retreat - newly renovated, walk to beach
Shoreline Retreat is your newly renovated Santa Barbara getaway, just a 6-minute walk to the beach. This breathtaking home features a gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, an open floor plan, and 9-ft bifold glass doors that disappear in the living room for California indoor/outdoor living. Step outside to a private oasis complete with hot tub, fire pit and beautiful landscaping. Just minutes away from the beach, ocean and walking paths -- this is Santa Barbara beach living at its finest.

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.

Private Courtyard Downtown with 2 bedroom suite
This is a very whimsical award winning house by Jeff Shelton - on the architect's tour. Two bedrooms with sinks on the first floor (Lobster Studios) and ONE private ADA bathroom offer a unique hotel experience right downtown plus a very fun place to stay for a family of 4 or two couples. You have the whole fountain courtyard for your private outside lounging and entertainment (lit up magically at night). Note: Microwave, Toaster , coffee maker, washer dryer, refrigerator, NO FULL KITCHEN.

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 House near Down Town
Stylish and centrally-located House. Our house is located few blocks from down town and Santa Barbara Beach. We have a two spacious bedroom and two full baths in a house surrounded by outdoor patio with private off street parking. We have put a lot of love in making this hose available for you. Come and enjoy our house to experience the Santa Barbara lifestyle. Small pets may be considered, please messaged us BEFORE booking with information of your pet to verify approval. I'm a super host.

Boho Hacienda with backyard - pet friendly!
This dreamy, boho Spanish-style house is perfectly located just 1 mile from State Street and the beach. The unit is on a duplex with a private entrance, gated backyard with a bbq and gorgeous dining area, full kitchen, and beautifully remodeled bathroom. The bright and airy bedroom features a queen sized bed and dedicated workspace. The couch in the living room can be converted to a full-sized bed. Pet friendly ($20 per pet per night!) 1 off street parking space is available in the driveway.

ART + Airbnb in the heart of the FunkZone
Something special is happening here. It's all about creativity, inspiration and fun, with some of the city's most amazing food, wineries, boutiques, and galleries just outside your door. The loft itself, is a living gallery, filled with thoughtfully curated art and design to experience first hand; connecting guests with talented and unique makers of every kind. Only a few blocks away beach aficionados can feel their toes in the sand. This is a magic spot to base any SB adventure.

West Beach Waterfront Blue Heron Retreat
Come visit us in West Beach one of the oldest continuously inhabited beach villages in California… Take in all the gorgeous views of Santa Barbara while having easy foot access to best in town local restaurants, wineries, breweries, farmers markets and Funk Zone shopping. You are in the center of it all. Did we mention the beaches? Turn left at bike path and head to Stearns Wharf, East Beach or Butterfly Beach. Turn right and you've got the Marina, Leadbetter Beach and Shoreline Park.

Baby Dux - Hip Hideaway on the Urban Wine Trail
Sweet cocoon in the heart of fun, steps to beach, Funk Zone and restaurants. Baby Dux is an artist-designed, boho chic, STUDIO APARTMENT with comfortable queen-size SOFA BED ideal for one or two people, with KITCHENETTE: microwave, toaster, coffee maker, toaster oven, heat-induction hot plate, High Speed WiFi, HDTV, full bathroom, washer, dryer, AC, Heater, on-site parking for one car. The three rooms: living/bedroom, kitchenette and bathroom cover 260 square feet (24 square meters).

Lovely 2Bedroom Downtown
Peaceful house located blocks away from downtown Santa Barbara. Parking space and a quiet neighborhood. Excellent for a nice getaway to Santa Barbara. The city is planning on doing some king of street maintenance during september to novemeber, they have not given any exact dates. Looks like phase 2 will require street closure. As of this time 9/5 nothings started yet but theyve started leaving these notices around. Going to include a transcript of the notice in another section.

Downtown charmer in the heart of Santa Barbara
A charming house located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. The newly remodeled 1,100 square foot house offers a state-of-the-art kitchen, bamboo wood floors and a lush and sunny front and back yard. The house is perfect for all types of travelers that are looking to experience Santa Barbara to the fullest. With State Street and dozens of restaurants, bars, wineries, theaters, shops and museums within 4 blocks, you won’t need a car to get a feel for the city.

Beach Heaven
Feel at home the minute you arrive. Located off street in one of the most desirable Santa Barbara neighborhoods on "the Mesa". Just minutes from the steps down to the beach and Shoreline Park overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Santa Cruz Island. Shopping and dining within walking distance. Take off your shoes, relax, enjoy the stars. The sunny, private and spacious patio is perfect for relaxing, barbecuing and Al fresco dining.
Popular amenities for Santa Barbara Downtown family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

1 Bedroom Beach Bungalow - Near East Beach

Luxury Cottage w/ Ocean/Island View, Jacuzzi & A/C

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

Casa Alamar: Walkable Location + Max Relaxation!

Shoreline Escape

Magnificent Montecito with Jacuzzi

The Rosewood by the Sea Two Bed Home Santa Barbara

Escape to Casita at East Beach!
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

The Beach Loft- Private, Remodeled, Walkable!

Cozy Stone Cottage

The Well Ocean View Bungalow #5

Summerland Nest, Ocean + Canyon Views

Secluded Ocean view Tiny House

Hidden Garden Cottage - Walk to Town and Hiking

Steps to Beach & Town | Family-Friendly 2BR

California Dreamin’ near Beach
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Goodland Getaway: Home w/ heated pool & hot tub

$249 Feb. Special Sunday-Wednesday w/ Private Deck

Montecito Mtn View Pool House

Patio Studio Steps to the Sand

Cottage by the Sea steps to beach with heated pool

Cozy serene retreat close to beach & downtown!

Cozy guest house with pool and private patio

1 bd condo steps from the sand
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara Downtown?
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| Avg. price | £268 | £268 | £268 | £268 | £293 | £302 | £369 | £289 | £267 | £247 | £212 | £184 |
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Santa Barbara Downtown holiday rentals start at £103 per night before taxes and fees

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

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20 of Santa Barbara Downtown holiday rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Santa Barbara Downtown rentals

4.9 Average rating
Santa Barbara Downtown stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!

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Santa Barbara Downtown’s top spots include Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara Museum of Art and Fiesta 5 Theatre
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