Casa Ray, Artist's Retreat, only 5 minutes to the beach in Santa Barbara

Atop the Mesa, this newly redecorated and refurnished home is accented
with original art by the homeowner, a 50 year resident of Santa
Barbara. It is centrally located, close to the 101 freeway, local
neighborhood shopping and restaurants, five minutes to downtown,
beaches and parks. It has a peek-a-boo view of the Pacific Ocean and the
Channel Islands. Choose from three patios for your morning coffee,
tanning in the afternoon, quiet relaxation, or meals. Solid oak floors
flow through the entry, living room and hallway. The family room and
bedrooms have new carpet. The living room has a gas fireplace. A large
dining table easily seats six. A comfortable family room is perfect for
TV and movies.The master bedroom is romantic and relaxing, with it's own
bathroom. The second bedroom has a double bed with a nautical theme.
The third bedroom has surfer decor and trundle style twin beds. A second
bathroom is off of the hall. The quiet and secluded backyard has a table
for six, a wood burning fireplace, BBQ,and restaurant style grill. This
is a no-smoking property and we do not accept pets.
Comments from past guests:
We had a wonderful time and were very comfortable here at Casa Ray. It felt just like home.
Shawn & Kamela, Simi Valley, CA
Thank you for a wonderful, relaxing weekend. It is a wonderful location. We enjoyed warm, comfortable Casa Ray, with soft bath towels in the master and a cozy feeling in the backyard patio. We will be back! Glenn and Grace, Simi Valley, CA
We felt right at home and had a wonderful time! We loved the central location of the home. We also loved having breakfast on the patio, very relaxing! Walter and Shannon, Chatsworth., CA
We had a wonderful time in wonderful Santa Barbara! Awesome backyard patio and fireplace. Thanks for sharing you home! Lacey & Steve, Jackie & Drake, Michelle & Justin, and Frank, Portland, OR, Seattle, WA, & Rupert, WA

Three private patios
Indoor and outdoor fireplaces
Comfortable furnishings
Complete kitchen with new stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher,
gas stove top, and microwave
Full size washer and dryer
Stereo CD player
Cable TV with DVD player and VCR
Videos, games, puzzles, books and magazines
Wireless internet
Free local and long distance phone calls within the continental U.S.
Linens, towels and beach towels, and plenty of blankets and pillows
Also included are many discount coupons for restaurants, fast food,
museums & attractions, movies, wine tours, and more.
The Mesa neighborhood shopping area is very convenient and has 2
grocery stores, two drug stores, Starbucks, great restaurants, fast
food, hair and nail salons, and many other services.

Santa Barbara County Farmers Markets, weekly, Tues. - Sun.

Alternative Film Festival, July4 - Aug. 28, 2009

International Film Festival, Feb. 4 -14, 2010

French Festival, July 2010

Old Spanish Days Fiesta, Aug. 20010

Check the Santa Barbara, CA website for many other events and attractions.

Mission Santa Barbara and rose gardens
Sight seeing with many historical sites and museums
Art museum and botanic garden
Horse shows, the Orchid Show and many other events at the Santa Barbara
County Fairgrounds
Ocean and beach, water sports, jet ski and boat rentals, and fishing
Stearn's Wharf, the Yacht Harbor and Breakwater
Restaurants and shopping
Day tours and cruises
Santa Barbara Trolley
Golf nearby
Hiking, biking and rock climbing
Horseback riding
Hang gliding and hot air balloons
Theater, concerts and movies
Close to the San Marcus Pass, Lake Cachuma and Solvang
Wineries and wine tasting
Carousel and skate park
Bike and surrey rentals

April 15 - Sept.15: $ 325 per night weekends, Fri. - Sat.
$ 275 per night weekdays, Sun. - Thurs.
$1850 per week, 7 nights
$1750 per week when rented for the entire month
Sept. 16 - Apr. 14: $ 250 per night
$1600 per week, 7 nights
$1500 per week when rented for the entire month
(Additional discount available for multiple
month stays.)
Holidays are the same rate as summer. Fri. and/or Sun. will be
included in weekend rates if it falls on Labor Day, Memorial Day, 4th
of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years. Weekdays, Sun.-Sat.,
will be at the Summer/Holiday weekend rate
There is a two night minimum stay.
A deposit of $200.00/each week or less,is required to hold a
reservation. The rent balance and refundable security deposit of $500,
for each week or less, for damages beyond normal wear
and tear, are due two weeks prior to check-in. Cleaning fees of
$150.00 per week will be deducted from the security fee and the
balance will be refunded within 30 days after checkout.
Included are utilities, telephone (excluding international calls),
Cable TV and internet, as well as housekeeping and gardener for
monthly rentals.
No smoking or pets are allowed.
Please check our Availability Calendar before inquiring.