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Garden studio with queen bed, bath and kitchenette
Pass through Mediterranean style patios and enter into a comfortable, private studio with private bath and kitchenette. Relax in one the multiple shared outdoor spaces. Enjoy the antics of the quirky chickens. Soak in the tranquil hot tub or invigorate by dunking in the outdoor cold plunge bathtub! Wifi indoors and out. Trails through the Evergreen Open Space are across the street. Convenient to Goleta, Santa Barbara and UCSB. Our precious rescue pup, Luna, might bark a greeting on your arrival.

Studio, Quiet, private Entry, Room, Bath,PatioUCSB
Vacay Relax Studio Microwave.Private Entrance, bath/mini fridge-5 to UCSB and beaches/stores! Private Bathroom. Walkable. Pickleball.Your room is in the end of our home, separated from ours. Private Entrance, private room&bath, studio, Mini Fridge, outdoor patio w/furniture. 2 minutes drive to Calle Real Shopping Center, 5 minutes to the Lake Los Carneros and 15 to Santa Barbara. A beautiful big window for light. Coffee pot or electric tea pot. Dishes, and glassware. Laundry $15. A load.

Ellwood Beach family home
Next to a natural butterfly preserve. A short walk through the eucalyptus trees brings you to the bluffs overlooking Ellwood Beach and the Pacific Ocean! Feels like a private beach as used almost exclusively by this neighborhood. Doors open to a yard full of plants, birds and the sound of the waterfall in the pond with a newly built Bocci court and outdoor fire-pit terrace. Near by: Beach, mountains, UCSB, 15 min from downtown SB and 1 mile from shopping, groceries, brewery and restaurants.

Panoramic Views, Patio/ BBQ - Endless Summer
Breathe California and immerse yourself in Santa Barbara's majestic beauty at the Cielo Suites. An intimate collection of 2 brand new suites thoughtfully curated for those seeking a quiet retreat in one of California's most sought-after travel destinations. A peaceful and serene reserve for the discerning guest who values tranquility and comfort. Reconnect, relax and rejoice in Santa Barbara. Beautiful sunsets, panoramic views and star-lit nights await you. STVR#: 2024-0177

Private entrance bedroom with private bath & patio
Newly remodeled bedroom (with cal king bed), attached bathroom, patio with private entrance, and self check-in. Across the street there is a nature preserve with a 1.5 mile walking path offering bird watching, Los Carneros Lake, and the historic Stow House. The house is 2-stories with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms above the unit. The bedrooms above are carpeted, and we insulated the ceiling above you in an attempt to mitigate the noise, but the 60 year old floors can squeak.

Cozy Studio w/Private entrance & parking. KING BED
Recently remodeled studio. Studio has private entrance and one private parking space. King size bed makes a great place to relax, only 5 minute drive to UCSB, Cottage Hospital and Goleta pier/beach. We have the fastest WIFI internet available in the area so working from the studio is not a problem. Studio shares a wall with the main house but we are a quiet family so noise should not be an issue. New appliances and smart TV. Water softener and filter system throughout.

Peaceful Mountain Retreat
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Located under a canopy of oak trees between Santa Barbara and wine country, this cozy yurt is the perfect getaway. If you’re looking for a unique way to experience the wild beauty of Santa Barbara, you love being surrounded by nature and you’re up for adventure, this is the spot for you! Breathtaking views await you on the drive to our magical yurt nestled in the mountains, just 20 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara.

Goodland Getaway: Home w/ heated pool & hot tub
Relax in our remodeled home in a quiet, mature neighborhood nestled in farmland between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Gaviota coast. Enjoy our landscaped garden with pool, hot tub, pergola, BBQ, and firepit. 15 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, 10 from UCSB, and 5 from the nearest beach (there are several to choose from within 20 minutes). The Sandpiper golf course and Bacara resort are minutes away. Off-street parking at the end of a cul-de-sac.

Cozy Beach Cottage 7 min walk to the Sea & UCSB!
Take an early morning stroll along the bluffs above the ocean waves in the iconic college beach town of Isla Vista. Our cozy studio retreat is a perfect home base for exploring the beautiful Santa Barbara area beaches, Spanish-style downtown, mountain hiking, and coastal foothills. We are a ten minute walk from Devereux beach, UCSB and its lagoon, and only an 8 minute drive from both the Santa Barbara airport and Goleta Amtrak station.

Garden Studio near the beach
This is a cozy garden studio 10 minutes walk to the private beach and 10 minutes drive to Santa Barbara. It’s a great place for a retreat. The studio has a kitchenette, bathroom, comfy queen bed, and french doors opening up to a private sunny sitting area. It has a parking area and a pathway to the entrance. There are endless paths for walking or riding bikes on the beautiful More Mesa preserve, short walk from the studio.

Suite Life by the Sea!
Very clean 1BR (10x10’), 1 small BA, small LR(10x14’) and private patio! 1/2 mi from the bluffs! All essentials: microwave,smartTV, WiFi, minifridge, coffee,snacks. Very comfy beds, even sofabed, safe quiet neighborhood. One cal king bed in br+ sofabed in LR. Peaceful serene patio. Perfect for 2, ok for 3. BA is compact, with shower, toilette, sink sharing same tiled floor, but still well stocked with amenities.

Canvas under the oaks, your unique getaway
We are located just 15 minutes from Santa Barbara beaches and twenty minutes to wine country towns Los Olivos, Solvang and Ballard. Nestled among the oaks with stunning canyon views, our 14x16 foot canvas tent sits on a 28 foot redwood deck. The porch, cantilevered into the trees is a fantastic place to enjoy your morning yoga or coffee ritual, read a book, or relax with a glass of rosé. NO SMOKING ALOUD
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Cute, barn studio at Rancho De Amor.
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Destinations to explore
- Silver Strand State Beach
- Carpinteria City Beach
- Oxnard State Beach Park
- Hollywood Beach
- Rincon Beach
- Butterfly Beach
- Captain State Beach
- Port Hueneme Beach Park
- La Conchita Beach
- Hollywood Beach
- West Beach
- East Beach
- Mondo's Beach
- Mesa Lane Beach
- Arroyo Quemada Beach
- Miramar Beach
- Gaviota Beach
- Goleta Beach
- Refugio Beach
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Leadbetter Beach
- Solimar
- Hendrys Beach