
Guesthouse vacation rentals in Santa Barbara
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Explore 100 vacation rentals in Santa Barbara

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Santa Barbara vacation rentals start at $70 per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly vacation rentals
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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
50 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
100 of Santa Barbara vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Santa Barbara rentals

4.9 Average rating
Santa Barbara stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Santa Barbara's top spots, include Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Bowl, and Paseo Nuevo
Top-rated guesthouse rentals in Santa Barbara
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Private and Cozy Studio
Our private studio is great for couples or single professionals who need a quiet place to work. Studio is furnished with one Queen bed and a two twin beds (trundle bed comes from underneath the twin bed in the picture. Private bathroom and access to our backyard, some guests have used it for Yoga, Meditation and for their kids to run around 10 minute drive to downtown and/or main beaches. Private parking space included for one vehicle. Only minutes from hiking trails, UCSB, Beach, etc.
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Mountain Cottage- Santa Barbara/Santa Ynez- w/Spa
Nestle into nature in a cozy cottage in the mountains between the beaches of Santa Barbara & foodie filled wine region, Santa Ynez Valley. (About 30 minutes to each) Sweet private space for 1-2 guests with a luxurious king bed, equipped kitchenette with counter seating, hot tub under the oak trees, outdoor deck for evening sips surrounded by mossy boulders and a star studded sky. Enjoy the neighborhood’s ocean and mountain views, explore nearby hikes, savor local wine, and dine out well!
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Tiny Cottage in the Oaks, Midtown Santa Barbara
Enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Barbara minutes from beaches, attractions and wining/dining. This tiny Cottage offers a peaceful and private getaway with a lovely mountain view deck shaded by oaks. Located a ten minute drive from downtown and less to several beaches, UCSB, and the airport. NOTE: The Cottage is TINY and simply appointed. Perfect for a solo traveler or cozy couple with a double (not queen) bed, mini kitchen and living room. Access requires climbing stone steps pictured.
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Petite Retreat; Artist Studio
Our detached Spanish-style artist’s studio is within a 3 to 15 minute walk of all the best restaurants and shops in the lower Village of Montecito. It is an easy four block walk from the patio to beautiful Butterfly Beach. It is cozy, private and has a fabulous, hot, outside shower ! (Note; this shower is the only shower for the studio). Gaze at the stars while rinsing off the sand ! The studio space is small, and cozy, warm radiant concrete floors can be turned on in the chillier months.
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Santa Barbara Casita
Welcome to your chic retreat in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara! This stylish studio offers modern comfort and sophistication, featuring a cozy living space and a well-equipped kitchen. Enjoy effortless access to the beach, scenic hiking trails, vibrant downtown, and the trendy Funk Zone. Whether you're here to relax by the ocean or explore the city's attractions, you'll find everything you need just steps away. Book your stay and experience the perfect blend of convenience and style!
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The Beach Loft- Private, Remodeled, Walkable!
This newly remodeled guest house is located in the coveted Montecito Oaks neighborhood. This ideal location is walking distance to many popular spots in Montecito; Coast Village Road the Rosewood Miramar Hotel, Butterfly Beach. This home has an upstairs loft with one king bed and downstairs includes a queen size pull out couch. The house has a gated private entrance, keypad locked front door, and your own fenced in yard and patio. Outdoor Amenities- Fire Pit, Ping Pong, Corn Hole
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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 (can be a bit rowdy during the school year!). 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.
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Summerland Studio. Steps to downtown and beach.
We are located one block from restaurants, Red Kettle Coffee, shopping & the beach. Our STUDIO is furnished with a queen bed and sofa bed (full), bath w claw foot tub and ocean view deck, TV, & off-street parking. Dog friendly! Provided: Linens Towels (Shower & Beach) Coffee maker (k-pods incl) Microwave only (NO stove/oven) Refrigerator Surfboard Boogie Boards Kids Wetsuits Beach Toys Ear Plugs - Summerland has great views but there is freeway noise Pet Fee ($75)
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Cozy Stone Cottage
Our property is a collection of former out-buildings for the Glendessary Manor estate of poet and composer, Robert Cameron Rogers. The Cozy Stone Cottage was originally a pump house for the beautiful water tower which you can see from the front garden. You’ll love its rustic atmosphere and the warm cozy feeling of The Stone Cottage, separate bedroom, small gas fireplace stove, and sweet patio to sit and relax or eat a meal. Come enjoy this wonderful retreat!
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The Coconut
BEST LOCATION and private! In the heart of the lower village of Montecito you have a stylish separate cottage with private gated parking with a separate entrance. Walk everywhere! Play bocce or walk and shop at the Montecito Country Mart for dinner and ice cream. There is a private patio to enjoy a glass of wine in the evening. Butterfly Beach is a 10-minute walk away. New bed, spacious bathroom, AC and heat, large TV and updates.
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Private Attached Studio Near Beach 2
Attached studio dedicated to guests only. Studio features: Private entrance, private parking, private bathroom , small fridge, coffee machine , tea pot, toaster and microwave. We are close to the beach, Cottage hospital, UCSB, Zodos Bowling, and many other local sites and restaurants. Our goal is to create the perfect environment for solo travelers, families and couples, etc.
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Montecito Miramar Beach Cottage
Stay at Montecito’s favorite beach. Quiet and comfortable one bedroom cottage with everything you need - king bed, full kitchen and bath (glass shower-no tub), spacious living room and private garden patio. The cottage is conveniently located just one block away from the beach or the Rosewood Miramar hotel and just minutes to Coast Village Road for dining and shopping.
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Popular amenities for Santa Barbara guesthouse rentals
Family-friendly guest house rentals

Nature meets Luxury
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Hillside Cottage with a View
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Tony’s Place - King, air conditioned, Private
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Beautiful Studio -Beach & Garden
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Rustic retreat
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Cozy BEE Cottage in Santa Ynez
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Casita Solstice
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Beach Heaven
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Guest house rentals with a patio

Fun Retro Space Steps From Windmill
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Adorable Cabana with hot tub
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Coastal Private Guest House on 1 Acre.
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Cozy 1 bedroom guest house private entrance.
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Zoe’s Cottage Beautiful Near Beach & Downtown
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Wine Country Cottage
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Charming cottage in wine country
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Luxury downtown executive suite
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Guest house rentals with a washer and dryer

THE VENTURA COTTAGE - Charming Studio in Midtown
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Luxury Stay•2/1•King Bed•Private•WD•30 mins to LA
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Your Own Private Refuge on 10 Acres in Santa Ynez
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Artists' retreat with views of surf and sunset.
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Wine Country Cottage
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One room house
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Ojai Serenity Retreat | Tranquil Valley Escape
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Christy’s Cottage
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When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $156 | $163 | $159 | $170 | $168 | $180 | $195 | $181 | $174 | $178 | $172 | $164 |
| Avg. temp | 56°F | 55°F | 57°F | 57°F | 60°F | 63°F | 66°F | 66°F | 65°F | 64°F | 59°F | 55°F |
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