Santa Barbara Oceanview in Santa Barbara

A wonderful week

Wally (Lake Forest CA)
Review submitted: May 15, 2011   Date of arrival: April 21, 2011

This pet-friendly cottage suited us perfectly. It was very clean and nicely equipped and the always-on hot tub proved most attractive. The front view over Shoreline park and ocean was great. The fenced yard was good for dogs, complete with poop scoop and a H/C shower. Shoreline park was always full of dogs - leashed - and at low tide, the undeveloped beach below provided miles of off-leash fun. And our young grandkids loved the tidepools there. Not to mention the Zoo, the official off-leash beach and wonderful dog-friendly Eling park, all nearby. Bikes, games and other kid stuff in the garage.
We found good restaurants nearby on the Mesa, especially Meun Fan Thai - lunch and takeout. Handy if you don't want the hassle of downtown parking.
Only a couple of very minor suggestions: The flat screen TV would be easier to view from most of the lounge if it were mounted on a swivel arm, not flat to the wall; and darker drapes, or pull-down blinds behind the thin white drapes, would avoid guests being woken at the crack of dawn. Not much of a problem in April, but in midsummer we'd bring eye masks.
We would certainly recommend the property which the whole family liked, and hope to rent it again.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, pet-friendly, romantic getaway

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Review submitted: February 17, 2011   Date of arrival: February 17, 2011

Our stay at the Oceanview house during February was a very pleasant experience. The property both inside and out was in excellent condition. The kitchen was well equipped and the pantry and frig were stocked with some very nice "goodies." The rooftop deck is a great late afternoon site for a glass of wine and a spectacular ocean view. Shoreline Park across the street is good for daily walks and State Street shopping and dining are close bye. Hope we can return again sometime.
–Bill E

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Review submitted: February 17, 2011   Date of arrival: February 17, 2011

We’ve had a fantastic stay in Santa Barbara and have enjoyed many wonderful meals and the great views from the rooftop terrace. We hope to be able to return sometime soon! Thanks for the welcome basket!
-Julia, Jeroen, Lara and Milo

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