reviews for: listing #19509 - Santa Barbara, California Cottage rental
- bedrooms 1
- pool no
- type Cottage
- baths 1
- hot tub yes
- community
- sleeps 4
- pets allowed no
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rates (USD)
$200
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$300
/nt
$995 - $1,495 /wk
Amazing Accommodations
Review submitted: April 25, 2013 Date of arrival: April 19, 2013
What amazing accommodations! Such a relaxing & peaceful retreat, we couldn't have asked for a more pleasant stay. The Hourglass will forever be a very special place for us since we got engaged here over the weekend!! We look forward to coming back every year to celebrate! Thank you for everything.
Kate & James, Washington DC & San Diego, CA
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Lovely, Quiet, Restful
Review submitted: November 12, 2012 Date of arrival: October 27, 2012
Hourglass was a lovely retreat for us. Quiet, restful, yet minutes away from the restaurants and theaters of State Street. We were delighted to see the spacious closet and the well appointed kitchen. We especially liked the openness, the un-cluttered decor, the cozy living room, and the comfortable bedroom.
We left feeling rested and refreshed (a feeling revived when we remember our wonderful stay). We will definitely try to stay there when next in Santa Barbara.
Gwaltney and Carl M., Concord, CA
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We Wanted For Nothing!
Review submitted: May 10, 2012 Date of arrival: April 9, 2012
The Hourglass cured my writer's block! We expected a beautiful property, but we had no idea what was in store...This house has all the comforts of home AND the elegant minute details of a hotel suite. If we come back to S.B. we most certainly will rent here again! Thank you for the love you have put into this place; we wanted for nothing! --May M., Villa Park, CA
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Love the Hot Tub!
Review submitted: April 2, 2012 Date of arrival: March 16, 2012
The Hourglass is wonderful. We ended up eating dinner here all but two nights because we bought more wine than we could fly home with. Everything we needed was here. We enjoyed the patio too--love the hot tub!!
Ron R., Puyallup, WA
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Sweet Touches in a Stress-Free Environment
Review submitted: February 29, 2012 Date of arrival: February 23, 2012
We escaped for a mere two nights from our four children (ages 17 to 9) and wished we'd been able to stay longer. Why? It was impossible to be stressed out and be here. It just evaporated the second I opened the door. There were sweet touches like lots of electric candles, robes, shampoo, lots of towels, an iPod dock, and a nicely appointed spice rack. The first night I cooked, and discovered soy sauce, sugar and oil in the cabinet!
Exploring the busy downtown and then coming back to this peace and quiet was just wonderful. And the hot tub was a keeper! We hope to be back again. ASAP. You've done such a great job making people feel at home.
Steven P., Poway, CA
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Loved Everything
Review submitted: October 19, 2011 Date of arrival: September 18, 2011
Had a lovely weeks break from being on the road traveling around California. Loved everything about the Hourglass and we think Santa Barbara is lovely. Will definitely try to get back!
Don & Pat, Berkshire, England
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Great Base To Explore SB
Review submitted: October 19, 2011 Date of arrival: October 11, 2011
We had a great relaxing few days at the hourglass. It was a great base to explore the SB area and the house is really well equipped with all you need. Many thanks!
Andy & Marika, Switzerland
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Can't Wait To Come Back!
Review submitted: August 10, 2011 Date of arrival: July 30, 2011
Wendy,
We had the most amazing week in Santa Barbara! We LOVED the little house, although we didn't spend any time in the hot tub or use the grill as we had expected. Loved the simple yet lovely decor and the washer and dryer were very convenient. Only wish I had more time to hike and enjoy the fresh grapefruits! The wine tasting, kayaking, horse riding, and canyon runs were the highlights for me. We ate at the Fish House (amazing food) and Hitching Post and even the little Seafood Company at the end of the pier. Too many great experiences to mention! Can't wait to come back.
Thanks again,
Gina
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Peace & Tranquility
Review submitted: May 26, 2011 Date of arrival: May 7, 2011
Wendy, Thank you so much for providing & creating such a wonderful place to stay. We were very pleased with how comfortable the Hourglass is because of all that is provided. We also loved the peace and tranquility that the location offers--the trees, the birds, and the frogs at night. We will recommend it to others! Thanks again, Christophe & Masako (CA & Japan)
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Will Return Again
Review submitted: May 9, 2011 Date of arrival: April 19, 2011
I loved the Hourglass - cozy, comfortable, clean and contemporary. Thank you, Wendy, for your kindness during the reservation process and for providing all those little touches which made me feel at home. The cozy fireplace on one cool evening, the ipod dock on the stereo so I could listen to "my" music, the spa which eased my aches, the water filter so I didn't need to buy bottled water, the washer/dryer so I could refresh my clothes and the oh so comfortable bed. Loved the walk through Rocky Nook Park to the Mission. Most of all I so appreciated the peaceful location and views of the lovely surrounding hills. Stayed 2 nights, felt like more, wished it could have been a week, or a month, or maybe the rest of my life! Looking forward to returning next year. --Melita M., Seal Rock, OR
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We're Coming Back!
Review submitted: January 13, 2011 Date of arrival: January 2, 2011
Everything was perfect--a little rain so Mission Creek was running. Several walks around the area to the Gardens (Botanic), the Mission, Rocky Nook Park and of course the parent's house about a half mile away. We've already booked another week in June 2011. Thanks for everything. Glenn N., Napa, CA
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We Will Return!
Review submitted: November 29, 2010 Date of arrival: November 20, 2010
This house was perfect for my family. The house is very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the private patio, hot tub, & BBQ. Thank you for your attention to detail! We would definitely return and have recommended it to our family.
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Really Nice
Review submitted: November 29, 2010 Date of arrival: November 12, 2010
This was a really nice rental villa. We found it to be very clean and comfortable. We would definitely consider staying here again. Thank you for a great weekend.
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Perfect Stay
Review submitted: October 13, 2010 Date of arrival: October 8, 2010
"We came for a wedding and have enjoyed our time here very much. It is beautiful in Santa Barbara. Our stay was perfect--comfy bed, our own space, kitchen and washer/dryer ideal. Stella is 9 months and you have exceeded our expectations with the crib, high chair, etc. We'll definitely be back again. Thank you Wendy!" Robert & Donna P., Dudley, MA
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"Loved the hot tub and fireplace!"
Review submitted: June 16, 2010 Date of arrival: March 28, 2010
"We have spent some truly amazing 9 weeks at the Hourglass! We LOVED the hot tub & fireplace!! Also, the location is just perfect, both for exploring beautiful Santa Barbara & its stunning surroundings & working at UCSB in Goleta. Everything is just a short drive or walk away. We are very sad that we have to leave the Hourglass today--if ever we come back, we'd love to stay here again! Thank you so much for making our stay so enjoyable!"
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Charming & Lovely Location
Review submitted: March 1, 2010 Date of arrival: January 8, 2010
"Thank you very much for creating such a wonderful and charming space in lovely Santa Barbara. It is hard to leave but will be back. We absolutely love the location. No worries or questions in the 'Hourglass'." David S., Park City, UT
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Very Comfortable
Review submitted: March 1, 2010 Date of arrival: September 27, 2009
"A wonderful place to stay ont he last leg of our California vacation. The Hourglass is very comfortable and thoughtfully equipped--we really loved the hot tub! We will hopefully return someday soon!" Steve C., Doncaster, England
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Perfect Accomodations
Review submitted: March 1, 2010 Date of arrival: November 14, 2009
"The Hourglass was a perfect accomodation for the two of us. Everything that we needed was provided. The area's quiet provided time for relaxation after a day of exploring the area. If we return to Santa Barbara in the future, we would be pleased to stay at your property again. Thank you!" Wendy G.,York, PA
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