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Romantic, Pet Friendly Cottage, Downtown AC-Spa, King bd, private yard!

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Private yard off street nestled in the trees
Enjoy your morning coffee and the greenery on the sunny private porch
Private and peaceful yard to enjoy the sun
Plenty of storage in the roomy master
Fresh country charm and bright airy rooms
Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Popular LocationUpper State Street19 min walk
  • Popular LocationMission Santa Barbara20 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara County Courthouse4 min drive
  • AirportSanta Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)11 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Romantic, Pet Friendly Cottage, Downtown AC-Spa, King bd, private yard!

Nestled off the street, this cozy cottage offers a true retreat feel, with being downtown. Five minutes to the beach & ten blocks to downtown, you can walk or bus anywhere. Spacious accommodation with luxurious bedding and an all new kitchen and bath make for a pristine experience with all the comforts of home. Private outdoor lounging and dining areas with hot tub.

All reservations must be over 31 days minimum. Portable air conditioner provided for rare hot days. Now with a KIng bed in the main bedroom.

Families with children particularly like this cottage as it is private and off street with a yard that can be gated. Adults and couples also appreciate the location for its privacy and convenience to all things Santa Barbara.

Additionally there is a private outdoor area for 'fresco' dining and barbecuing or just taking in the sun before or after a relaxing hot tub.

The living room boasts plenty of comfortable seating as well as a 40' large screen HDTV and wireless Internet. A gas fireplace to provide a wonderful ambiance. The 1000 sq ft make this the perfect size for a group of four or a romantic retreat for a couple. Two bedrooms, the main bedroom with a King and the second bedroom with a queen bed complete with luxury bedding and down comforters.

Relax under the flowering trees and take in the wonderful California weather. Santa Barbara's coastal location means that temperatures are usually just perfect, but in the rare instances of a heat spell, we now have a portable air-conditioner we install which keeps the house comfortable for those unusual times.

Set in its own garden setting this private cottage has off-street parking and its own private fenced yard. There is a storage area if you bring your own bikes.

$200 Property fee is a Refundable Security Deposit.

Cancellation may be made 60 days prior to the booking. Under 60 days prior to the reservation there is no refund. Trip Cancellation insurance is advised for any cancellation needs outside this policy.

From Scott A, Denver, Colorado, March 2021-- 5 times repeat guest for the winter: Five star review!

"I visit family in the Santa Barbara area regularly during the Winter and always look forward to my stays in this comfortable and perfectly located cottage. The property is set back off the city street in it's own private garden setting surrounded by lovely trees and landscaping. It is completely fenced which is great for my dog that travels with me. I enjoy sitting out on the sunny front porch to do work or just enjoy the peaceful setting. The house is always wonderfully clean and has a large kitchen, very comfortable beds, high speed internet and even a hot tub. Wendy is an exceptional host and is always available to answer questions or take care of any additional needs. The location is very central and just minutes by car to my favorite dog beach, downtown, the funk zone, or the mission/rose garden. Whether you are on extended business or just looking for an escape, this cottage is a great option!" Scott A, March 2021

Guest Comments in guest book: 'Wendy, Thank you very much for the wonderful accommodations. Everything was just as we expected and more!' '- Stephanie E., Los Angeles, CA, 09/07/2009;

'Great location Great furniture and grounds house had everything we needed, very comfortable ' - Brian G., Austin, TX, 08/26/2009

'Simply perfect, we loved the house, the yard and the location!' Courtney O., Denver CO, 9/18/2009

Property manager

Wendy Rockwood
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cancellations and refunds only 60 days prior to booking. Under 60 days prior no refunds. Trip cancellation insurance reccommended.
Personalized rental agreement will be provided

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Santa Barbara

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Oak Park, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara. Travelers looking for local activities can try Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Zoo and Earl Warren Showgrounds. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 19 min walk
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 20 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Super Cucas Meat Mar - 19 min walk
  • Revolver - 3 min drive
  • Yellow Belly - 13 min walk
  • McConnell's Ice Cream - 11 min walk
  • IHOP - 19 min walk

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Geoff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Romantic Cottage
We loved our two-month stay at the Oak Park cottage. Tucked away off the street in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood, we felt very secluded and private while within easy access to everything in Santa Barbara. Well-equipped and furnished, the cottage is an ideal location for getting to know this beautiful city. We spent a lot of time out on the front porch relaxing in the nurturing presence of the many different trees surrounding the property, especially the beautiful huge Jacaranda tree that you see in the picture, which overhangs the driveway and creates the perfect shady grotto for morning coffee and breakfast. Wendy and Chuck are great hosts and were very responsive to our needs.
Stayed 60 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Craftsman in Santa Barbara
Cute craftsman style home tucked between other homes and apartment. Well equipped kitchen. Nice yard and front deck. Close to everything in Santa Barbara. Driveway was a challenge for our big SUV. Owner was very responsive to our requests.
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karyl A.

The Perfect Spot!
We absolutely adore this cottage! The location is phenomenal, easy walk to restaurants, the Mission, and downtown, close to the beach, and a very dog-friendly area. The cottage is well-stocked with plenty of nice linens and kitchen items. The owners are the best - very responsive to any issues and with great tips for locations to see! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 58 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

What a gem!
We were so pleased with this beautiful cottage in Santa Barbara. When we went down the driveway, we were thrilled to see how private and secluded the house was. The location is also excellent. We were able to walk everywhere in Santa Barbara- all along State Street, out to the pier, and along the beach- before returning to enjoy the peace and tranquility that the cottage had to offer. I highly recommend this delightful cottage to anyone visiting Santa Barbara!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Jim M.

Cute cottage in convenient location - just too warm
Overall, we had a fine stay. The property is adequately furnished, though there were several minor things: a light hanging down in a kitchen cabinet, a loose shower curtain rod, a hair in the tub/shower from the previous occupant, wet bath and kitchen mats washed just prior to our arrival. But our biggest challenge with the cottage was the heat. The days we spent in Santa Barbara were quite warm. The cottage did not cool down in the evenings (only the bedroom windows had screens). We were gone during the days, so the cottage reached 89 degrees inside. Even with 69 degrees outside and fans going with doors and windows open, the cottage did not cool below 79 by 11pm. Screens on other windows may not be necessary in the daytime, but at night we didn't want to attract bugs with open windows and lights on inside. How about more screens? Especially to give a cross-draft to cool off the house. I don't know how often it gets this warm in Santa Barbara, but for our stay, it was too warm.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016

About the host

Hosted by Wendy Rockwood

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Wendy and Chuck are longtime residents of Santa Barbara. We are happy to share our love of the areas with guests. In fact, that is what makes being vacation rental owners of four properties and managing them ourselves so rewarding. We have made many happy memories in all of our properties (we have lived in each one of them) and can share all the special features and local ideas with guests.

We love gardening, biking, walks on the beach and spending time with our own family which includes three grown children and five grandchildren and two great granddaughters.

Why they chose this property

Craftsman Cottage is a tucked away jewel in downtown Santa Barbara. Down a private driveway, this is an off-street location, not attached to any other property. Enclosed by hedges and greenery there is a tremendously private feel and quiet setting. A sunny open porch make relaxing the great Santa Barbara weather a pleasure

What makes this property unique

Featuring outdoor and indoor dining areas there is plenty of room to stretch out. Families with young children love that the yard can be gated giving toddlers a great outdoor play area. Oak Park is a close walk with more for kids.

With having a direct relationship with the owner/manager you will deal with one person from your booking to any necessary details during your stay.



Couples love the romantic setting of the cottage decor and the fireplace right under the great large screen TV in the living room.'
A true retreat from which to begin your Santa Barbara adventures.

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